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1. Dinner for Two
4.6
Exceptional(4018)
Price: Moderate
• Steak • Santa Fe
Booked 41 times today
Dinner for Two has been named Best Steakhouse in New Mexico!Excellent food, great cocktails and a fun dinning environment! We specialize in Prime cuts of beef, Filet Mignon Rib-eye, New York strip as well as table-side presentations like Caesar salad and Chateaubriand and Bananas foster. Please Call To make a reservation for our dog friendly Patio. Multi-award winning: including Wine Spectator and top 10 in southwest and Best Cocktail. Our cocktails are Well made fun and Forward Thinking, With an emphasis on Seasonality. Happy hour is available from 4 -6:00 every day! (Except Holidays). We love to host dinners for Weddings, organizations, or private celebrations from 2 to 90, everything is made in-house so special diets are easily accommodated: allergies, gluten free, etc.Excellent Food and Service at a Reasonable PriceParking on any local street meter Sunday park for free at any meter
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2. Santacafe
4.8
Exceptional(4102)
Price: Moderate
• American • Santa Fe
Booked 35 times today
Old~world elegance meets contemporary cuisine in a venue that boasts one of the best outdoor dining experiences in Santa Fe. Nestled in the charm and elegance of one of Santa Fe's most beloved historical homes, Santacafé has been a restaurant icon for over 40 years. It was bought in 2019 by Santa Fe restauranteur Quinn Stephenson - the driving force behind another Santa Fe legend, Coyote Café. Boasting one of the best outdoor patio dining experiences the City Different has to offer, Santacafé combines the traditions of modern American cooking with exquisitely locally sourced ingredients.
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3. La Boca - Santa Fe
4.8
Exceptional(5433)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Fe
Booked 42 times today
Opened in 2006 by 8 time James Beard Award Nominee, Chef James Campbell Caruso.La Boca has the feel of a lively European wine bar, featuring an extensive selection of carefully chosen Spanish wines and Sherries. Chef Caruso's Modern Spanish Cuisine is inspired by the exuberance of Spanish cooking combined with fresh, local ingredients. La Boca has been  called "the most influential restaurant in Santa Fe" by the Pasatiempo Magazine and the New York Times describes the menu as "modern re-inventions of classic Spanish cuisine" Knowledgeable and animated staff graciously guide guests to the perfect wine to complement their meals. La Boca also prides itself on being an ambassador of Spanish sherry culture, transporting its guests to Jerez in the crisp cool flavors of Fino, or the deep fig-essence of a Pedro Ximenez.Join us every Thursday and Friday night for live music on the Taberna main stage!
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4. Restaurant Martin
4.7
Exceptional(4123)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Fe
Booked 5 times today
Restaurant Martin is the embodiment of a of a 20-year dream to create the perfect balance of refined and comfortable. Chef Martin Rios, and his wife, Jennifer, envisioned a certain ambiance where people from the community as well as Santa Fe’s many visitors could enjoy Chef Rios’ award-winning progressive American cuisine. This family-owned restaurant caters not only to tourists, but to a large and loyal local clientele. Chef Rios has been repeatedly honored for his innovative and pleasing combinations of flavors, colors and presentation. His unique style emphasizes fresh, local produce and organic meats and poultry, and reflects not only Southwestern and Asian influences but also his classic training in French technique. His list of accolades include the following: Finalist in 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022 for the James Beard “Best Chef of the Southwest” Award Semi-finalist for the 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 James Beard “Best Chef of the Southwest” Award.
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5. Izanami
4.8
Exceptional(4972)
Price: Expensive
• Creative Japanese • Santa Fe
Booked 80 times today
Izanami serves Japanese Izakaya fare: seasonally inspired small plates meant for sharing, with the best sake list in the west. While we do our best to accommodate your seating, we cannot guarantee requests. We’ve been named one of OpenTable’s 100 best restaurants for outdoor dining in America. Heaters and blankets ensure a comfortable dining experience year-round; dress warmly for optimal outdoor dining.NOTICES:> During peak seasons, we may limit dining time to 2 hours to accommodate following reservations. Thank you for your understanding!> While we strive to accommodate early arrivals, we may not always be able to seat you before your scheduled reservation time. Thank you for your patience.> If you arrive more than 30 minutes late, we may need to cancel your reservation. We appreciate your cooperation.
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6. Julia – A Spirited Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(433)
Price: Moderate
• American • Santa Fe
Booked 4 times today
SPIRITED DINING AND DRINKS IN SANTA FEIn 1882, Abraham Staab, a European immigrant who became one of Santa Fe’s most prosperous merchants, built a Victorian mansion on property that now belongs to La Posada. Abraham’s elegant wife, Julia, entertained local society and visiting dignitaries in incomparable style. Legend has it that Julia so loved her home that she has never left it. Today, we celebrate Julia Staab as our muse and honor her name and legendary hospitality with the opening of Julia, A Spirited Restaurant & Bar. The restaurant features innovative, locally sourced dishes as well as an extensive selection of fine wines and spirits.
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7. Midtown Bistro
4.5
Awesome(1715)
Price: Moderate
• American • Santa Fe
Booked 13 times today
Midtown bistro, featuring Executive Chef Angel Estrada, offers Santa Fe gourmet fine dining with a Southwest flair.
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8. Arroyo Vino
4.9
Exceptional(1865)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Fe
Booked 7 times today
Arroyo Vino serves an ever changing seasonal menu of Contemporary American fare. We source the best seafood, meat and produce from local purveyors and farmers. In addition we have a full bar serving Santa Fe's best craft cocktails.
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9. El Nido
4.6
Exceptional(2289)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Santa Fe
Booked 13 times today
SIMPLE INGREDIENTS. HONEST COOKING. UNPARALLELED AMBIANCE. At El Nido we present exceptional ingredients from sources we know and trust. Our menu follows classic cooking with intelligent innovation. Wood-fired pizza, steaks and seafood cooked on the Argentine grill along with homemade pastas are the basis for our food. Our seasonal craft cocktails and Sommelier procured wine list compliment our diverse selections.With many options we are sure you will find amazing ambiance in this historic building. You can enjoy the relaxed vibe of the Zozobra Bar or dine al fresco on our beautiful covered patio during the temperate Santa Fe summers. In the colder months you can keep warm and enjoy one of three fireplaces in our dining rooms, or dine at our Chef's Counter and view our open flame grilling. Something for everyone. We hope to see you soon, come relax and enjoy the best hospitality and ambiance in Tesuque!
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10. Terra @ Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado
4.6
Exceptional(1001)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Fe
Booked 2 times today
The flavours of northern New Mexico are on display at our signature restaurant, where global influences meet regional delights. With elegant and inventive cuisine, the sophisticated restaurant is backdropped by iconic mountain views in a sumptuous setting.We offer live music on Fridays and Saturdays from 6-9pm.Both indoor and outdoor (heated) dining is available, please reserve to your preference!

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  • Mary
    New Mexico •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Not only was every dish in the prix-fix menu totally delicious, but the portions were extremely generous... a welcome change from the past! What a lovely dinner! And the extra Yuzu Creamsicle that was served to the birthday girl was an amazing confectionary revelation!
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    IzanamiPrice: Expensive• Creative Japanese• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • OpenTable Diner
    New Mexico •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Restaurant Martin continues to be an underrated gem in Santa Fe. It should always be mentioned along the best in town. We had the short rib appetizer (so good) then the duck and barramundi special. Everything was lovely. Service was sharp, clean, and professional. Truly enjoyed our experience. It was a treat
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    Restaurant MartinPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Fe
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    4.7
  • edward
    New Mexico •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    La Boca has been on our list for awhile. It didnt disappoint. There are actually 2 venues at the same location. The entrance on Marcy is a typical Tapas place. Around the "alley" is a dining venue with live music! We opted for the music. Much fun and of course noisy. Tables are set up for 2 diners very close together like NY or Chicago. No white table cloths here. A small bar and a small stage for the guitarist and drummer. Very "village". Loved it. We shared mussels in a delicious coconut sauce with crusted baguette from Sage. Sandy had a Sangria and I had a seasonal dark beer. Then we shared a paella for one. Very filling. Next time we will try other Tapas dishes!
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    La Boca - Santa FePrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • CarlVIP
    Denver / Colorado •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    As always, every course was delicious and beautifully presented. Josh, our server, was very helpful and engaging. Highly recommended.
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    SantacafePrice: Moderate• American• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • Candice
    Las Vegas •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Eli was amazing attentive even with large crowd. Food quality fabulous with terrific ambiance.
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    Dinner for TwoPrice: Moderate• Steak• Santa Fe
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    4.6

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