El Nido

Name: El Nido
Address: 1577 Bishop's Lodge Rd., Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87506
Telephone: (505) 954-1272
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1576 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

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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. Something for everyone. We hope to see you soon, come relax and enjoy the best hospitality and ambiance in Tesuque!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 24, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

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Takeout

(505) 954-1272

Delivery

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 954-1272
Website
http://www.elnidosantafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Sigi
Catering
Able to accommodate most off site catering venues. Please inquire for details. (505) 954- 1272
Private party facilities
We have multiple areas to host your special occasion or event. From cocktail receptions, to business meetings and weddings. Private rooms available. Call for details (505) 954-1272

Location
1577 Bishop's Lodge Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87506
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Parking details
Parking at rear of restaurant in private lot or along the street if full.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Braised Pork Belly$19.00
parsnip puree, parsnip chips, apple cider reduction
Scampi All Aglio Piccante$20.00
shrimp, chorizo, spicy garlic broth garlic toasted crostinis
Stuffed Artichokes$18.00
baked with spinach, mushrooms & pecorino, gorgonzola cream sauce
Chicory Caesar$14.00
romaine heart, grilled radicchio, garlic croutons, white anchovy, parmesan crisp
Roasted Beet Salad$16.00
mixed greens, shaved fennel, chevre, almonds, citrus honey vinaigrette
Black Mussels
thai green curry, hearts of palm, cilantro
- 1/2$17.00

Pizza & Pasta

Prosciutto & Fig Pizza$25.00
gorgonzola, mozzarella, pine nuts, balsamic reduction, extra virgin olive oil
Pesto Pizza$21.00
fresh mozzarella, artichokes, chevre, pine nuts, arugula
The Italian Pizza$26.00
pomodoro, Italian sausage, spanish chorizo, salami, ham, mozzarella, red onions, charred bell peppers
Cacio e Pepe$20.00
bucatinni, cracked black pepper, parmesan, pecorino
Linguini and Clams$28.00
chorizo, saffron brodo oregano, crostini

House Specials

Wood Oven Roasted Whole Rainbow Trout$32.00
olives, fennel, orange, sauteed spinach, pipian verde
Bison Osso Bucco$42.00
creamy goat cheese polenta, roasted root vegetables, braising jus
New York Strip$53.00
potato and parsnip gratin, herbed baby carrots, shitake demi-glace
Scottish Salmon$40.00
herbed gnocchi, braised fennel, chipotle beurre blanc
Poblano Relleno$31.00
quinoa, potato, shitake, spinach, queso fresco, huitlacoche sauce
Filet & Empanada$51.00
beef tenderloin, spinach, mushroom & pecorino-stuffed empanada, broccolini, bearnaise, red wine demi-glace
Hamburger$21.00
brioche bun, fries, tomato aioli, onion green chile, lettuce, aged gouda
Rotisserie Half Chicken$32.00
toasted barley, braising greens, mole almendrado

What 1,576 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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New Mexico
Neighborhood Gem
Santa Fe / Mountains
Good for Groups
Santa Fe / Mountains
Neighborhood Gem
Santa Fe / Mountains
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MirandaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, dessert and cocktails were amazing! 10/10 would recommend. I can’t wait to go back!
J
Janet
Dallas
169 reviews
vip
5.0
169 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
We really like this place. Always a good meal. The people are very nice too!
RS
RussellS
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Beef w/ Empanada was good, not great. Pizza w/ Prosciutto and Figs was excellent. Lovely service and ambience.
F
Foodlover
New Mexico
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing dinner. Went early sat on the Patio, everything we ate was incredible. Delicious Espresso Martini. Miguel took such great care of us, took plenty of photos of the birthday girl, they came out great. We will be back
CR
ClaireR
New Mexico
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love eating at El Nido, such a beautiful restaurant and the food never disappoints!
JB
JeanB
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, served with warmth and grace.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful brunch on the beautiful patio.
LG
LynnG
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great. They should just be happy with a good review and forget making you write more
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So glad open for Mother's day brunch. My mother made the experience exceptional because of the history of the joint. The special menu was on point. After decades of returning to "El Nido" nice to see a rejuvenation.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely setting, great Mother’s Day brunch. Only wish they were open for weekend lunches as well
JD
JimD
New Mexico
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mothers Day
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Service was amazing and food very good.
MW
MichaelW
Atlanta
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Service was great, but the prime rib was well done and was ordered med rare. Our server took care of it right away and the prime was excellent.
R
Robert
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb. Don’t miss this great restaurant
D
Debra
New Mexico
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was very pleasant. Service was good. All in all, I was very happy to spend Mother’s Day there!!
JK
JulieK
Denver
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Great ambiance, service and drinks. The food was fine, but I don't feel like it was worth the price.
CB
ChrisB
New Mexico
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Always dependable, good food and great service. Ask for Miguel as your server.
B
Britt
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, beverages and wine, service, atmosphere and flamenco!!!
LS
LauraS
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful evening with my Mom, the flamenco show was amazing and great service, our waiter was wonderful! Gracias! Bonita
s
sherylg
Fayetteville
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always out standing, Jeannine, is always so friendly and accommodating. Max outstanding with wine selection. Carlos and Miquel are the best waiter, and are so professional. Nancy is always welcoming, and making sure our service is spot on. I miss Jose, and I forgot his cokes once again. Having Aperol on hand is the most important, feature of every meal for me, and Jeannine makes it available!!!
TW
TinaW
New Mexico
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a terrific bday dinner- particularly since it was wine Wednesday! Food and service were both terrific!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service from start to finish. Can’t wait to go back
r
randy1
Denver
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great dining experience , great service , good drinks just a nice place to eat beautiful drive we’re happy each time we leave !
F
Fiveover
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The music,service,food and ambiance were all excellent. We can’t wait to return.
TD
TammyD
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The artichoke appetizer was heavenly. Service was great, food was great. Would definitely return!
T
Tony
New Mexico
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, Jeanine and her team did an amazing job! The food, service and energy is just amazing at this restaurant. The team here works together seamlessly and the experience you receive is outstanding! We were celebrating a special occasion (birthday) and the team made sure to acknowledge and make the birthday recipient feels special. I wish there was a way to give it more stars as they deserve it.
SL
SLea
New Mexico
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
We arrived 15 minutes before our reservation, and the restaurant was half empty. The manager first tried to seat us at a tiny two top in a claustrophobic corner by the entryway. We asked for another table since we could see four other empty two tops right in front of us. They made us stand there for another 10 minutes while the manager figured out where to put us. Once seated, she berated me for being 'upset'--I hadn't raised my voice or made a scene--I had just asked what the problem was. The food was good, and the server was ok once she got started, but we waited more than 10 minutes to even be acknowledged at the table. Then, our appetizer arrived before our drinks. Overall, though the food was good, the overall experience was not. We used to love this restaurant. Not so much anymore.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat at the bar and had an amazing time. Well crafted cocktails and food was very delicious. Great service by the bartenders and the overall energy was very lively. A must try is the scampi dish. Great flavor and good spice. Can’t wait to return.
KK
KenK
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved Miguel and Bryson and had an amazing choice of wine from the sommelier that paired perfectly with the yummy paella. The service was impeccable. HIGHLY recommend the fried chickpeas. The only complaint was that we ordered the bread specifically because it was cheddar, green chile bread and then got regular bread. We asked for the one on the menu and were told that they didn't have it due to supply chain issues. Completely understood but would have been nice if we were told that when ordering, as we would have selected another choice. 5 stars and will go back next time in town.
E
Esweets
New Mexico
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Outstanding food and service with reasonable prices. In the bar area it is a little loud. Overall, we highly recommend El Nido.
R
Richie
New Mexico
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place. Consistently great. Baked oysters are a great appetizer. I had the trout the other day... was well prepared. The El Nido Marguerita is especially good with chill salt on the glass rim. Enjoy!
MW
MarkW
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A quiet place with good food and attentive service. The ambience was excellent. We will definitely be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic Easter brunch. Many options and wonderful patio seating. Would definitely recommend. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great cocktails.
F
Foodlover
New Mexico
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing meal. There service was incredible from the host, assistants, server, and manager. Not to mention cocktails were incredible. Thank you for a wonderful experience. The only thing I found off putting was the suggested tip at the bottom of the check, in this type of establishment I found unnecessary.
t
thesilverpalate
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Iconic restaurant with lots of ambience and good food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary/easter brunch! My husband had the shrimp and grits and I had the Veil Scallopini. 10/10
AG
AmandaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful shrimp and grits! Everything we tried was excellent and beautifully prepared and served. Ambiance very Santa Fe.
LB
LawrenceB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Chose El Nido for my wife's birthday. Overall fantastic. Waiter at times spent too much time at another table, but it could've been the result of the patrons themselves. We have 2 young teens, and they loved asparagus appetizer. We had to order a second one. We'll go back. I was a little surprised my wife wasn't offered a desert in honor of her birthday, although it was acknowledged by the staff. Minor detail, but one that seems to be the standard as someone who has, in the past, been involved in fine dining. I can't remember her name, but the busser was super engaging and informative. Kudos.
G
Gumby
New Mexico
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience5
The food was delicious as always. However, we looked at the itemized bill this morning, and they charged $5 to add 2 splashes of cranberry juice to his vodka. They also charged $10 for a basket of ok bread. My husband and I shared a pizza, and shared a salad. We each had one drink. The bill was OVER $100! Update: after I wrote this review, the manager reached out to apologize for the cranberry juice mistake and offered us drinks on the house the next time we come in.
AC
AnitaC
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Mediocre at best. Average food. Servers lacked knowledge of menu items. Bread basket quite amusing for ten bucks. Not worth drive, if you want Tesuque vibe check out TVM or if want quality Try Sky Fire at Bishops Lodge

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You can order delivery directly from El Nido using the Order Online button. El Nido also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 954-1272.

El Nido is rated 4.7 stars by 1576 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 24, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(505) 954-1272

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1577 Bishop's Lodge Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87506

Additional information

Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking at rear of restaurant in private lot or along the street if full.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Sigi
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elnidosantafe.com/
Phone number
(505) 954-1272
Catering
Able to accommodate most off site catering venues. Please inquire for details. (505) 954- 1272
Private party facilities
We have multiple areas to host your special occasion or event. From cocktail receptions, to business meetings and weddings. Private rooms available. Call for details (505) 954-1272

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El Nido

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Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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64 Albuquerque Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Pesto Pizza

Oysters

Stuffed Artichokes

For the Table

Fried Chickpeas$10.00

Bread Basket$10.00

Oysters

In the Beginning

Braised Pork Belly$19.00

Scampi All Aglio Piccante$20.00

Stuffed Artichokes$18.00

Chicory Caesar$14.00

Roasted Beet Salad$16.00

Black Mussels

Pizza & Pasta

Prosciutto & Fig Pizza$25.00

Pesto Pizza$21.00

The Italian Pizza$26.00

Cacio e Pepe$20.00

Linguini and Clams$28.00

House Specials

Wood Oven Roasted Whole Rainbow Trout$32.00

Bison Osso Bucco$42.00

New York Strip$53.00

Scottish Salmon$40.00

Poblano Relleno$31.00

Filet & Empanada$51.00

Hamburger$21.00

Rotisserie Half Chicken$32.00

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