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Santacafe, Santa Fe, NM

Santacafe

4.8
4.8
4157 Reviews
$30 and under
American
231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
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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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Santa Fe
  • Cross street
    231 Washington/Paseo de Peralta
  • Parking details
    Large Parking lot Behind the restaurant open to the public as well as large Bank Lot available next door after 5:30pm. Metered Parking on the street is also available and free after 6pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,157 people are saying

Santacafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Great for outdoor dining

  • New Mexico

    American

  • New Mexico

    Most Booked

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Santacafe offers a charming and elegant dining experience, consistently praised for its "outstanding" service and "delicious" food. Guests enjoy the "beautiful" ambiance and "creative" cuisine, with standout dishes like the lobster rolls and scallops. It's a "must" in Santa Fe, perfect for special occasions or a delightful meal.
4,157 Reviews
  1. Ed

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent outside dining, Carrot cake was to die Chef Thank You for a great Easter brunch

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  2. KEN AND SHARON VIP

    San Diego72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely Easter Brunch. My husband ordered crab cake Eggs Benedict, delicious. I ordered the vegetarian omelet and it was so flavorful, Parmesan Fries and Carrot 🥕 Cake with a glass of Gruet sparkling wine. Perfect lunch on a beautiful day. The staff were all 🤩 HAPPY EASTER 🐇

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  3. Duke

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I would love to provide 5 stars for Santacafe but can’t. We came here to celebrate our 50th anniversary and were looking forward to this being our culinary highlight. The food was outstanding as was the ambiance. We have visited Santacafe many years ago and remembered it being a special place. It still is except for the service we received. It is charitable to say that the service was inattentive. For a place of fine dining this is completely unacceptable. We loved their sister restaurant and still have fond memories of Santacafe but this will be our last time there.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent, and my spring pea salad was delicious and unlike anything I had ever enjoyed before. Exquisite! And I finished with their flight of ice creams - unusual and delicious flavors. My husband was equally happy with his meal. The experience made it a special night in our lives, but it is high-end. Worth every penny, but not inexpensive if you're looking for quantity not quality.

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  5. Linda

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I ordered the lunch specials: tacos and a pasta. They were both excellent! We also had the butter lettuce salad--fresh and simply perfect. And a dessert. All the desserts looked like more than we wanted, so we took the ice cream which were unique flavors. We were very satisfied!

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  6. Allyson VIP

    New Mexico6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always... a superb menu and food, as well as attentive and perfect service... Thank you all!

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  7. David

    Chicago32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful courtyard and nice, relaxed service. We will definitely be returning

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  8. Sheila VIP

    New Mexico3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good and service fabulous. Creative cuisine. It is a beautiful restaurant with very pretty outdoor seating as well.

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  9. Daniel

    Los Angeles20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional. The service was outstanding as was the food. It is our top place in Santa Fe for dinner. 

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  10. Steven

    New Orleans6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ideal lunch spot with a menu that’s unique for Santa Fe.

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231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    231 Washington/Paseo de Peralta
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Fe
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Large Parking lot Behind the restaurant open to the public as well as large Bank Lot available next door after 5:30pm. Metered Parking on the street is also available and free after 6pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    DALE KESTER
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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