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A photo of La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza restaurant
1. La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza
4.7
Exceptional(3771)
Price: Expensive
• Southwest • Santa Fe
Booked 41 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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2. Sazon
4.8
Exceptional(5582)
Price: Very Expensive
• Latin American • Santa Fe
Booked 31 times today
Originally from Mexico City, Chef Fernando Olea, formerly Chef of Epazote, has been enthralling diners in Santa Fe since 1991. Chef Olea creates sophisticated flavors using Old Mexico’s indigenous and culinary traditions alongside ingredients from around the world. His menu is deliberately small, featuring fresh and locally sourced produce and meats when possible.Nothing evokes the mystery of Mexican cuisine more than mole, a sauce of complex flavors that usually includes toasted and ground spices, seeds, nuts, chocolate and chile. Many mole recipes contain more than thirty ingredients and some recipes have five varieties of chile alone. Chef Olea is delighted to share his moles that include his "New Mexican Mole" that he created to commemorate Santa Fe’s 400 year anniversary in 2009. Awarded the prestigious AAA 4 Diamond Award and ranked fourth in the country for fine dining by Trip Advisor, Chef Olea is honored to have won the 2022 james Beard Award, Best Chef: Southwest.
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3. Alkemē
4.7
Exceptional(535)
Price: Very Expensive
• Asian • Santa Fe
Booked 6 times today
Welcome to Alkemē where dining is a unique culture-to-table experience. We are honored to be a 2024 James Beard Award Best New Restaurant Semifinalist! Our food menu is Vietnamese heritage cuisine reimagined. Chef-Owner Hue-Chan Karels and Executive Chef Erica Tai are reinterpreting heirloom recipes from their culinary roots to create dishes that are innovative yet steeped in tradition and culture. We offer 3 tasting menus, a seasonal a la carte menu, dim sum brunch on Saturdays, and a full-liquor beverage menu with creative cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.Our patio is open from Spring through Fall. Our indoor dining space has 3 dining rooms & a bar: > Main Dining Room is vibrant and modern> Dawn Dining Room is warm and inviting and can seat large parties from 6 to 14> Indochine Room (aka "The Red Room") exudes passion and intimacy
A photo of La Fogata Grill restaurant
4. La Fogata Grill
new
4.4
Awesome(14)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Santa Fe
Booked 3 times today
Bienvenidos a La Fogata Grill – where tradition and flavor meet. Located in the heart of Santa Fe, NM, La Fogata Grill is a family-owned gem serving authentic traditional Mexican cuisine. We specialize in the vibrant flavors of southern Mexico, drawing inspiration from the regions of Oaxaca, Yucatan, and Veracruz. Join us and savor the true taste of Mexico!
A photo of Lino's Trattoria & Pizzeria restaurant
5. Lino's Trattoria & Pizzeria
4.6
Exceptional(154)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Santa Fe
Booked 1 time today
Please visit our website www.linostrattoriapizzeria.comWith Lino's and Chile Line, one can see that two are better than one! Charming, with an old-world atmosphere both European and distinctly Santa Fe. Northern Italian Cuisine & local New Mexico brewed beer and spiritsFor years, Lino Pertusini, owner of Osteria D'Assisi, wanted to do justice to pizza in this country. So when the opportunity to open Lino's Trattoria & Pizzeria presented itself, he jumped at the chance to create authentic wood oven pizza from the freshest ingredients available. One block from the Santa Fe Plaza on Guadalupe Street offers a full menu of pasta, salads, gelato, extensive wine, spirits and beer produced in New Mexico. Gluten-free and vegan options are available.
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6. Pranzo Italian Grill
4.5
Awesome(801)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Santa Fe
Booked 9 times today
Since 1987 Pranzo Italian Grill has been serving the community of Santa Fe, New Mexico and tourists from all over the world. Something that we want to give everyone is a fantastic family experience. We are a casual fine dining restaurant. Our seafood is always fresh from Above Sea Level. Our mussels are from the pristine Atlantic waters off the coast of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island mussels are known for their jet-black shells and sweet flavor. Our halibut and salmon wild caught and sourced from Alaska.We work with many local nonprofits such as Kitchen Angels, and the Santa Fe Animal Shelter. Chef Steven Lemon also Works with Big Brothers and Big Sisters. We have beautiful private dining rooms and our bar area available for private parties. We invite you to come and visit us to enjoy those special moments with the people you love and care about! Thank you for all your years of patronage!
A photo of La Boca - Santa Fe restaurant
7. La Boca - Santa Fe
4.7
Exceptional(5551)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Fe
Booked 55 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!
A photo of Osteria D' Assisi restaurant
8. Osteria D' Assisi
4.4
Awesome(2948)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Fe
Booked 13 times today
Osteria D'Assisi Ristoranti Italiano was opened in 1995, in the Heart of Santa Fe. Owner Lino Pertusini from Lake Como, Italy serves Authentic Italian Cuisine. Our menu includes fresh seafood, locally grazed beef, veal and lamb, house made pasta, fresh bread baked daily, gourmet pizza and creative desserts. Gluten Free options. Extensive award winning wine offerings. Private rooms available for 1-100 people.Buon Appetito!
A photo of The Pink Adobe restaurant
9. The Pink Adobe
4.6
Exceptional(702)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican / Southwestern • Santa Fe
Booked 46 times today
The Pink Adobe restaurant stands proudly in the heart of Santa Fe's historic Barrio De Analco neighborhood, which is considered the oldest neighborhood in the US. Founded in 1944 by Rosalea Murphy, an artist and social connector, the restaurant takes its name from the rose-colored adobe plastering on the nearly 400-year-old hacienda that serves as its home. This iconic Santa Fe destination at the heart of ​the Old Santa Fe Trail has been known for its ​fun, vibrant atmosphere and outstanding cuisine. Some of the famous well-known dishes are still existing such as the Steak Dunnigan, French Onion Soup and Rosalea's French Apple Pie among with new and innovative creations from our Executive Chef Andrew Fox.FOR CATERING AND EVENT INQUIRIES, Please send us an email to:events@thepinkadobe.com
A photo of Izanami restaurant
10. Izanami
4.8
Exceptional(5124)
Price: Expensive
• Creative Japanese • Santa Fe
Booked 70 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.>Allergy accommodations may be limited based on restaurant capacity>A 5% coordination fee will apply if parties of 12 or more do not arrange in advance with our coordinator.

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