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1. Sazon
4.7
Exceptional(5273)
Price: Very Expensive
• Latin American • Santa Fe
Booked 49 times today
Sazon is a special occasion restaurant, often praised for its exquisite presentation of unique entrees and top-notch service. With reviews like 'Elevated meal in beautiful surroundings' and 'My husband and I celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary at this amazing restaurant', it's clear that Sazon is a place that makes special occasions truly memorable. Plus, the chef's personal touch, greeting tables personally, adds a unique and personal touch to each dining experience.
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2. Coyote Cafe
4.6
Exceptional(7261)
Price: Moderate
• Southwest British • Santa Fe
Booked 11 times today
Coyote Cafe & Cantina continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant & rooftop bar. Coyote Cafe continues to be Santa Fe's most iconic restaurant, celebrating our 30th year!
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3. Zacatlan
4.8
Exceptional(1281)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican / Southwestern • Santa Fe
Booked 2 times today
The name Zacatlán surged from the origins of our chef, Eduardo Rodriguez. He was born in Zacatecas, Mexico (north-central Mexico), which is defined as "the habitants of the land where grass grows". Zacatlán is the nahuatl translation for "land with an abundance of grass", and that is where our idea of Zacatlán Restaurant began. Zacatlán Restaurant desires to continue to preserve the traditions for our upcoming generations, while bringing forth new flavors. These new flavors incorporate Southwestern and Mexican influences. We are established near the Santa fe Plaza, right off of Guadalupe Street. We want to unveil a new fusion of food for everyone in Santa Fe and those who visit.
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4. Joseph's Culinary Pub
4.8
Exceptional(2438)
Price: Expensive
• Continental • Santa Fe
Booked 24 times today
Chef Joseph Wrede is a Food & Wine Best New Chef, the winner of several AAA Four Diamond Awards, several DiRoNA Awards and has received both Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast distinctions. Joseph’s Culinary Pub is a creation of Chef Wrede and his creative and business partners. This is the third incarnation of Wrede’s original Joseph’s Table, conceived in Taos, New Mexico, not quite 20 years ago, for which he is well known and loved within the region and beyond. Joseph’s Culinary Pub is designed to be a platform for Chef Wrede’s unique and uncompromising vision on traditional and contemporary cuisine, both regional and international. Regarding the restaurant as a process much like theater, Wrede envisions the experience of dining in his restaurant as an interactive play between the pub and the public, with his sights aimed at rivaling high art.
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5. Sassella
4.8
Exceptional(2308)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Fe
Booked 2 times today
The name “Sassella” comes from a hamlet of 60 residents known for its vineyards near where Chef Cristian Pontiggia grew up.In addition to working at two Michelin Star restaurants in Europe, Lombardy native Chef Cristian Pontiggia has received several awards from La Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an international gastronomic society. The Italian government recognizes him as a Master Chef, and he holds a culinary degree that certifies him as a Doctor of Enogastronomy.
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6. La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza
4.7
Exceptional(3641)
Price: Expensive
• Southwest • Santa Fe
Booked 19 times today
We do not accept reservations for breakfast and lunch, it is walk-in based only.In consideration of our dining reservations, we kindly ask you to abide by the following time courtesy standards: 1-2 Guests; 1 Hour 30 Minutes 3-5 Guests; 1 Hour 45 Minutes 6-8 Guests; 2 Hours 9-12 Guests; Reservations are only available at designated times (4:30-5:30, 7:30, 8:00) - 2 Hours 30 minutes*For parties of more than 12 guests please call our Dining Room at (505) 995-2334 La Plazuela was the hotel’s original 1920s patio and it retains that sunlit Old World charm. Skylights flood the dining room with natural light and handsome carved furnishings, artisanal lighting, and our much-loved hand painted windows create a beautiful, inviting room to gather, to dine and to make memories in. The menu was crafted to showcase old favorites with New World influences and authentic New Mexican cuisine. La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza is Santa Fe’s gathering place. Come dine with us!
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7. Dinner for Two
4.6
Exceptional(3971)
Price: Moderate
• Steak • Santa Fe
Booked 17 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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8. Agave
3.5
Very Good(680)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Santa Fe
Agave is a consistent favorite among locals and visitors alike. Enter a world of celebrated culinary delight - with the best Happy Hour in Santa Fe - in a casual, hip setting. Enjoy shared plates and entrees, signature margaritas, and premium cocktails. Agave offers delicious, distinctive cuisine, enhanced by innovative presentation and impeccable service.
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9. Geronimo
4.9
Exceptional(12750)
Price: Very Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Santa Fe
Booked 67 times today
Geronimo has established a reputation as THE place to dine in Santa Fe. Tradition and innovation merge at this Canyon Road legend, where simplicity and understatement reign. New Mexico's only Mobil 4 star and AAA 4 Diamond rated restaurant. Winner of TripAdvisor's Top 10 Restaurants in the United States.
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10. La Boca - Santa Fe
4.7
Exceptional(5371)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Fe
Booked 22 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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  • OpenTable Diner
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I am kicking myself for not going to Joseph's sooner. Back in the day I went to his restaurant in Taos, and now I will become a regular when I am in Santa Fe. The food was innovative and delicious. Our server who might have been named Kira (or something close to that) was one of the best waiters I have ever had. It was an amazing evening out top to bottom and not outrageously or gratuitously expensive. I am a new (old) fan of what Joseph is doing in the world.
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    Joseph's Culinary PubPrice: Expensive• Continental• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • HarrisVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food. Sat near a family with a young, highly active and noisy child which was unfortunate, but the restaurant and staff are awesome
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    ZacatlanPrice: Expensive• Mexican / Southwestern• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • WillAllen3
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    An exquisite experience, start to finish. May have been our best meal ever from the beginning (chef's moles) to the end (Princessa--light pastry and cream with fresh berries) and Carajillo (Mexico City style coffee with Licor 43, Godiva Dark Chocolate Liqueur, espresso, and cream). We shared Sopa de Amor (to-die-for pamblano soup), Xochimilco (huitlacoche), and black pepper-encrusted aged Angus beef tenderloin. All perfectly prepared and delectable. 
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    SazonPrice: Very Expensive• Latin American• Santa Fe
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    4.7
  • HeatherVIP
    Austin •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Coyote Cafe is a staple in our Santa Fe restaurant rotation. Every meal we’ve had there has been excellent. New Year’s Day was no exception (even though we were still full from our New Years Eve dinner lol). Started with the kampachi and then I had the sea bass and my husband had the elk tenderloin. I opted for wine by the glass instead of bottle (see NYE comment above) and the server recommended a wonderful, minerally white that perfectly complemented the fish. We’ll definitely be back!
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    Coyote CafePrice: Moderate• Southwest British• Santa Fe
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    4.6
  • Michael
    Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 13, 2024
    An excellent dining experience. Well trained, knowledgeable wait staff. Food prep and presentation outstanding, and a fine dining atmosphere. Will definitely return.
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    SassellaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Fe
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    4.8

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Santa Fe

Discover the essence of dining in Santa Fe / Mountains, New Mexico, where each restaurant offers a unique blend of ambiance and cuisine perfect for special occasions. From the cozy, intimate settings of classic steakhouses to the vibrant and artistic atmospheres of local wine bistros and Italian grills, Santa Fe provides an array of dining experiences that cater specifically to making your celebrations memorable. Enjoy expertly crafted dishes and exceptional service, where the emphasis on personal touches and quality ingredients stands out. Whether it's an anniversary, a birthday, or any other milestone, the restaurants in Santa Fe are known for their ability to make each occasion extraordinary. The dining scene here is characterized by a mix of traditional charm and innovative culinary experiences, ensuring that every special event is met with both sophistication and warmth. So, when planning your next special occasion, consider the enchanting culinary landscape of Santa Fe, where each meal is not just eaten but celebrated.

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