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Sassella's Bar - Sassella, Santa Fe, NM

Sassella

4.7
4.7
2298 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (505) 982-6734
  • Website
    https://sassellasantafe.com/home
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Cristian Pontiggia
  • Catering
    Please Contact:<br />Evan Schultz - General Manager <br />evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com<br /><br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Please Contact:Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com
  • Location
    225 Johnson St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Fe
  • Cross street
    North Guadalupe Street
  • Parking details
    Lot behind Sassella (marked spots ONLY) | Metered Parking on Griffin St, E Palace Ave, W San Francisco St | Parking Garage 216 W San Francisco | Sandoval St. Parking at Sassella is very limited. We encourage you to carpool or use rideshares.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve at Sassella

    $150.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Reservations available at 3:30PM, 6:00PM, and 8:30PM. See our website or opentable for the menu. We are offering a set menu priced for food per person not including 20% gratuity and tax. We are also offering an optional wine pairing for $85 per person. We look forward to you joining us for Christmas Eve at Sassella!

  • New Years Eve at Sassella

    $150.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Reservations available from 4:40pm-8:30pm. See our website or opentable for the menu. We are offering a set menu priced for food per person not including 20% gratuity and tax. We are also offering an optional wine pairing for $85 per person. We look forward to you joining us for New Years Eve at Sassella!

Menu

Antipasti

  • Eggplant Parmigiana$28.00

    Eggplant in pastella, Italian bread crumbs, marinara, parmesan, mozzarella, walnut basil pesto

    • Composizione di Pere$31.00

      Sliced pear, Meredith Farms sheep and goat cheese, artichoke, encapsulated fruit, arugula, pistachios, aged balsamic

      • Crudo di Tonno$33.00

        yellowfin tuna, olives, cucumber, charred fennel, roasted bell pepper, citrus oil, tamari reduction, squid ink aioli

        • Smoked Meatballs$28.00

          cold smoked, black angus, berkshire pork, veal, san marzano marinara sauce

          • Affettati Misti$30.00

            Chef's board of prosciutto, speck, coppa, salame Toscano, salame Calabrese, prosciutto cotto, parmesan, fontina, and provolone

            • Small$30.00
            • Large$45.00

          • Caesar a Modo Mio$23.00

            Romaine, parmesan crisp, focaccia crostini, white anchovies, capers, tonnato dressing

            • Burrata Caprese$28.00

              heirloom tomato, house made burrata, fresh peach, fig balsamic reduction, pickled onion, volcanic salt, fresh basil, arugula, extra virgin olive oil

              • Insalada di Granchio$25.00

                mixed greens, citrus vinaigrette, lump crab, roasted garlic, castelvetrano olives, fresh cucumber, bull's heart tomato emulsion, croutons, mint

                Primi

                • Rigatoni Bolognese$34.00

                  rigatoni pasta, red wine, tomato sauce, vegetable mirepoix, garlic, ground buffalo, parmesan

                  • Ravioli$34.00

                    Portobello and ricotta ravioli, porcini cream sauce, dried blueberries, wild arugula, parmesan

                    • Lobster Risotto$40.00

                      Carnaroli rice, Maine lobster, asparagus, pistachio arugula pesto, fontina, parmesan

                      • Carbonara di Funghi$38.00

                        tagliatelle, mushroom, guanciale, 63 degree sous vide organic egg, black pepper, parmesan foam, white truffle oil

                        • Spaghetti Meatballs$34.00

                          spaghetti, berkshire pork & wagyu meatballs, san marzano tomato marinara, parmesan, fresh basil

                          Secondi

                          • La Quaglia$45.00

                            sous vide quail finished en pastella, stuffed with sassella's own sausage, orange vellutata, prosciutto wrapped asparagus, orange supreme, Italian breaded lion's mane mushroom

                            • 1 Quail$45.00
                            • 2 Quail$60.00

                          • Il Pesce$50.00

                            seared mediterranean branzino, castelvetrano puttanesca sauce, capellini alla sorrentina

                            • Il Cinghiale$48.00

                              blackened wild boar tenderloin, brandy green peppercorn sauce, black garlic and licorice mashed potato, roasted brussels sprouts

                              • Agnello al Tartufo$50.00

                                Colorado lamb loin, black truffle demi glace, shaved winter truffle, potato pavé

                                Last updated: June 11, 2024

                                What 2,298 people are saying

                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                4.7
                                4.7 based on recent ratings
                                • 4.8Food
                                • 4.7Service
                                • 4.7Ambience
                                • 4.3Value

                                Noise • Moderate

                                Loved For

                                • New Mexico

                                  Italian

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Best Overall

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Best Food

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Great for fine wines

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Romantic

                                Review summary

                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                Sassella offers a delightful dining experience with "spectacular" food and a "wonderful" patio setting. The service is often "attentive" and "professional," with staff like Mike and Sabrina receiving special praise. While some dishes may vary, the lobster risotto and veal shank are consistent favorites. Perfect for special occasions!

                                2,298 Reviews

                                1. Suzanne

                                  New Mexico

                                  1 review

                                  5.0

                                  1 review

                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  My favorite restaurant. Though it’s an expensive restaurant and one I reserve for a special occasion( Today’s visit being Thanksgiving ), I’m never disappointed. The menu, the individual ingredients, the presentation and preparation are impeccable. The entire staff from head chef to busboy are personable, polite and professional. I recommend anyone visiting Santa Fe to stop in and experience the incredible Italian cuisine of Sassella!

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                                2. William

                                  New Mexico

                                  10 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  10 reviews

                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 4
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 4
                                  Very sophisticated and pleasant atmosphere for Thanksgiving Dinner. The Trout was delicious, as well as the Risotto. Excellent service from all of the service people. All courses were beautifully prepared and perfectly timed. All in all a lovely dining experience.

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                                3. Barry

                                  New Mexico

                                  6 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  6 reviews

                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  In recent months, I've had prix fixe dinners twice at Sassella, and both were superb.

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                                4. Thomas and Linda

                                  New Mexico

                                  50 reviews

                                  vip
                                  5.0

                                  50 reviews

                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Going out on Thanksgiving Day can be risky for the quality of the food and the level service. Not at Sassella! The food and service were both outstanding as always and we had a wonderful time. Sassella never disappoints.

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                                5. Angela

                                  Los Angeles

                                  4 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  4 reviews

                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Truly delicious Italian food and great service! I got the potato fennel soup special and the lamb chops, both of which were incredible.

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                                6. Stephanie

                                  San Antonio

                                  4 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  4 reviews

                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Sassella! The food was divine. Service was impeccable and warm. We had a great bottle of Barolo with dinner. It was so nice meeting the chef and owner.

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                                7. Cathy

                                  New Mexico

                                  54 reviews

                                  vip
                                  5.0

                                  54 reviews

                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Wonderful menu, delicious food, exquisite service. Love Sassella!

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                                8. Jennifer

                                  New Mexico

                                  1 review

                                  3.0

                                  1 review

                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                  1. Overall 3
                                  2. Food 3
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  We were just underwhelmed with the flavors. The mushroom soapy was fantastic then the salad, lobster special and lamb were just ok. Not great at all. We do not feel we need to return.

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                                9. Kathleen

                                  New Mexico

                                  5 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  5 reviews

                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Lovely birthday meal. The mushroom bisque was intoxicating and the seabass with crab was divine.

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                                10. Sarah

                                  New Mexico

                                  5 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  5 reviews

                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  We enjoyed one of the best meals we’ve ever had at Sassella! The staff was attentive and friendly. The food was delicious and the restaurant was clean and inviting. The whole experience reminded us of Italy!

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                                FAQs

                                Sassella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 982-6734.

                                Sassella is rated 4.7 stars by 2298 OpenTable diners.

                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                Make a reservation

                                2 people
                                7:00 PM
                                Booked 25 times today
                                Experiences are available.

                                Order delivery or takeout

                                Google Map for Sassella

                                225 Johnson St, Santa Fe, NM 87501

                                Additional information

                                • Cross street
                                  North Guadalupe Street
                                • Neighborhood
                                  Santa Fe
                                • Hours of operation
                                  Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
                                • Price
                                  $31 to $50
                                • Cuisines
                                  Italian
                                • Dining style
                                  Fine Dining
                                • Dress code
                                  Business Casual
                                • Parking details
                                  Lot behind Sassella (marked spots ONLY) | Metered Parking on Griffin St, E Palace Ave, W San Francisco St | Parking Garage 216 W San Francisco | Sandoval St. Parking at Sassella is very limited. We encourage you to carpool or use rideshares.
                                • Payment options
                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                • Executive chef
                                  Chef Cristian Pontiggia
                                • Additional
                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                • Website
                                  https://sassellasantafe.com/home
                                • Phone number
                                  (505) 982-6734
                                • Catering
                                  Please Contact:<br />Evan Schultz - General Manager <br />evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com<br /><br /><br />
                                • Private party facilities
                                  Please Contact:Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com
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