El Santo

Name: El Santo
Address: 680 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC, Canada, V3M 1A9
Telephone: (604) 553-1849
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1597 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Oct 5, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

Welcome to el Santo, a restaurant experience that’s uniquely New West. This is a place for you to unwind. To connect with good friends over cocktails. To experience Chef Sam Fabbro’s sustainable menu. And most importantly, to leave satisfied and happy. Get ready to redefine everything you think you know about Mexican cuisine. Come in to our home, fellow luchadores. We’ve got something special for you.

We are excited to announced that el Santo was recently awarded best latin restaurant in Vancouver by Vancouver Magazine.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–2:15 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Brunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(604) 553-1849
Website
http://elsanto.ca/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Sam Fabbro

Location
680 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1A9
Neighborhood
New Westminster
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
One block away from both Columbia and New Westminster Sky train station

Margarita GueyCA$13.00
Cazadores blanco, Triple Sec, lime
Margarita ChidaCA$17.00
Patron reposado, Grand Marnier, lime, agave
PalomaCA$13.00
Cazadores blanco, lime, Squirt, house salt rim
El DiabloCA$13.00
Cazadores reposado, Odd Society crème de cassis, lemon, house ginger syrup, soda
CaipirinhaCA$13.00
Avua cachaca, lime, sugar
CarajilloCA$10.00
House made cold brew espresso, Licor 43
Oaxaca Old FashionedCA$14.00
Cazadores reposado, Sombra mezcal, agave, bitters
El JazmínCA$12.00
Bombay Sapphire London Dry, Campari, Cointreau, lemon
BatangaCA$12.00
Cazadores blanco, Ancho Reyes verde, lime, Coca Cola, salt rim
El CaesarCA$11.00
Vodka or mezcal, Clamato, habanero hot sauce, Worcestershire
SangriaCA$11.00
Always Rotating

Creative

Available after 4pm

El VicenteCA$16.00
Barrel aged cocktail, smoked and served table side. Limited quantities available nightly
Tepache SpritzCA$13.00
House made tepache, cava, pineapple, cinnamon, soda
Grito de DoloresCA$13.00
Estancia raicilla, Cointreau, Green Chartreuse, verdita
El Bosque NubosoCA$16.00
Avua cachaca, Bacardi 8, Sombra mezcal, Campari, pineapple, lime, passionfruit, Narrative fortified
El DoradoCA$14.00
Herradura reposado, Amaro Montenegro, Lillet blanc, Angostura bitters
NanahuatzinCA$14.00
Sombra mezcal, dry vermouth, lime, lemon, strawberry, tarragon, soda
El PadrinoCA$14.00
Charred corn husk infused mezcal, Sons of Vancouver amaretto, house mole bitters
El AntojitoCA$15.00
Pulparindo infused Cazadores blanco, Aperol, green apple, lime, guava, house made chamoy & tajin rim
MoctezumaCA$15.00
Ron Zacapa 23 Solera, Sombra mezcal, Cinzano rosso, Triple Sec, Bittered Sling Arabica coffee bitters

Zero Proof

HorchataCA$6.00
House made rice milk, Mexican cinnamon, sugar
La ManzanillaCA$9.00
Lumette! Alt-gin 0%, chamomile tea, house made pineapple jam
MoreliaCA$6.00
Strawberry & tarragon syrup, lemon, soda

Beer & Cider

Draught Beer & CiderCA$6.75
Mexican BottlesCA$7.00
Corona, Corona Light, Dos Equis Amber, Dos Equis Lager, Negra Modelo, Modelo Especial
Michelada Chilango
Lime juice, house made mezcal & habanero hot sauce, house salt rim. Add to any beer for +$1, Add Clamato +$1
El Luchelada
Simp's serious caesar mix, lime juice, house made mezcal & habanero hot sauce, mango nectar, worcestershire, house made chamoy & tajin rim, cucumber. Add to any beer for +$4
Forager Gluten Free LagerCA$7.00
Erdinger Non-AlcoholicCA$7.00

Soda

JarritosCA$3.75
Guava, Lime, Mandarin, Mango, Pineapple, Tamarind
BoylanCA$3.75
Gingerale, Diet Cola
MexicanCA$4.00
Squirt, Sangria soda, Coca Cola

After Dinner

Spanish CoffeeCA$10.00
Brandy, Kahlua, fresh coffee, whipped cream
Woods LimoncelloCA$8.00
Narrative Fortified Syrah & Merlot 2ozCA$12.00

Coffee, Tea & Juice

Fresh Squeezed JuiceCA$6.00
Rotating seasonal juice
JJ Bean French PressCA$4.75
Cacao Husk TeaCA$5.00
Great Wall Tea Co.CA$4.75
Loose leaf tea

Bubbles

Cava, Jaume Serra Cristalino, SpainCA$7.00
"The One" Sparkling, Noble Ridge, Okanagan FallsCA$65.00
Winner of Lieutenant Governors Award of Excellence

Wine

Rotating TapsCA$10.00

White

Viognier, 2018 Frind, OliverCA$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc, 2019 Winemaker's Cut, OliverCA$11.00
Skin Contact Pinot Gris 2019 Kettle Valley, NaramataCA$12.00
Riesling 2018 Orofino "Clone 239" Similkameen ValleyCA$50.00
Chardonnay 2014 Pentâge, Skaha BenchCA$58.00

Rose

Pinot Noir/Syrah 2020 Corcelettes "Oracle" Similkameen ValleyCA$10.00

Red

Pinot Noir/Gamay 2019 Stag's Hollow "Simply Noir" Okanagan FallsCA$12.00
Merlot 2016 Hugging Tree "Moonchild" Similkameen ValleyCA$12.00
Syrah 2018 Moon Curser, OsoyoosCA$13.00
Malbec 2017 Kettle Valley, NaramataCA$58.00
Tempranillo 2015 Pentâge, Skaha BenchCA$54.00
Meritage 2018 Orofino "Beleza" Similkameen ValleyCA$70.00
Meritage 2008 Kettle Valley "Old Main Road" NaramataCA$90.00

Spirits

Amaro / Digestif

Amaro MontenegroCA$10.00
AperolCA$6.00
AvernaCA$8.00
CampariCA$6.00
CynarCA$9.00
Green ChartreuseCA$10.00
Odd Society Mia AmataCA$8.00
SambuccaCA$6.00
Woods AmaroCA$8.00
Yellow ChartreuseCA$10.00

Brandy / Cognac

Bas Armagnac Delord VSOPCA$14.00
Calvados Morin VSOPCA$12.00
Chateau de MontifaudCA$14.00
Grand MarnierCA$8.00
Hennessy VSCA$12.00
Pere Magloire VSCA$10.00
Remy Martin VSOPCA$18.00
St. Rémy VSOPCA$6.00
Miguel Torres JaimeCA$18.00

Gin

BeefeaterCA$7.00
Bombay SapphireCA$7.00
HendricksCA$9.00
Lumette! 0% Alt-GinCA$9.00
Masters London DryCA$7.00
Sheringham SeasideCA$11.00
TanquerayCA$7.00
Tanqueray 10CA$9.00
TempoCA$7.00

Pisco

El GobernadoCA$7.00
EncantoCA$7.00

Rum

Appleton VXCA$6.00
Avua PrataCA$8.00
Bacardi 4yrCA$7.00
Bacardi 8yrCA$7.00
BumbuCA$10.00
Flor de Cana 5yrCA$7.00
Flor de Cana 18yrCA$10.00
GoslingCA$7.00
Havana Club 3yrCA$6.00
Havana Club 7yrCA$7.00
Kraken SpicedCA$7.00
Mount Gay EclipseCA$8.00
Mount Gay XOCA$10.00
PyratCA$9.00
Ron Zacapa 23yrCA$12.00

Vodka

Grey GooseCA$9.00
SobieskiCA$6.00
TitosCA$8.00
ZubrowkaCA$7.00

Whiskey

AntiquityCA$8.00
Crown RoyalCA$7.00
Crown Royal XOCA$12.00
Cutty SarkCA$7.00
Dalwhinnie 15yrCA$18.00
Glenlivet 12yrCA$11.00
Green Spot Irish WhiskeyCA$13.00
Jack Daniel'sCA$6.00
Jameson Cooper's CrozeCA$14.00
Jameson Irish WhiskeyCA$6.00
Jim Beam BlackCA$7.00
Lagavulin 16yrCA$14.00
Lot 40CA$7.00
NikkaCA$14.00
Old ForesterCA$9.00
SazeracCA$11.00
StronachieCA$14.00
TeelingCA$12.00
Wiser's DeluxeCA$6.00
Woodford ReserveCA$10.00
Yellow SpotCA$17.00

Tequilas

Blanco

1800 ReservaCA$8.00
1800 Reserva CoconutCA$8.00
Aha ToroCA$12.00
AltosCA$8.00
AmateCA$10.00
AretteCA$11.00
CabezaCA$11.00
CasamigosCA$13.00
CazadoresCA$8.00
ChamucosCA$10.00
Clase AzulCA$18.00
CorralejoCA$10.00
CorzoCA$14.00
Don JulioCA$13.00
Dulce VidaCA$12.00
El JimadorCA$8.00
EspolonCA$8.00
Gran Patron SmokyCA$38.00
HornitosCA$8.00
MagaveCA$11.00
PapaloteCA$8.00
PatronCA$12.00
Patron RocaCA$18.00
Patron CafeCA$12.00
Patron IncendioCA$13.00
Rooster RojoCA$10.00
Tavi PlatinumCA$14.00
Tierra NobleCA$10.00
TrombaCA$10.00
T1 Ultra FinoCA$11.00

Reposado

1800 ReservaCA$9.00
Aha Toro DivaCA$16.00
Aha YetoCA$14.00
Altos BarrelCA$9.00
AlmaCA$14.00
AmateCA$12.00
ApocalyptoCA$18.00
AretteCA$12.00
CamarenaCA$9.00
CasamigosCA$14.00
CazadoresCA$9.00
Clase AzulCA$20.00
CorralejoCA$12.00
Don JulioCA$14.00
Don Julio Lagavulin Double CaskCA$20.00
El JimadorCA$9.00
EspolonCA$9.00
HerraduraCA$10.00
HornitosCA$9.00
Maestro DobelCA$12.00
MagaveCA$12.00
PapaloteCA$10.00
PatronCA$14.00
Patron Barrel SelectCA$14.00
Patron RocaCA$21.00
Tierra NobleCA$12.00
WansasCA$13.00

Añejo

AlmaCA$16.00
AmateCA$14.00
AretteCA$13.00
CasamigosCA$16.00
Clase AzulCA$75.00
CazadoresCA$10.00
CorralejoCA$16.00
Don JulioCA$16.00
Gran Patron BurdeosCA$60.00
Hornitos Black BarrelCA$10.00
Hornitos CristalinoCA$12.00
MagaveCA$14.00
PatronCA$16.00
Patron Barrel SelectCA$18.00
Patron RocaCA$26.00
Tierra NobleCA$14.00
Tierra SagradaCA$26.00
Tres GeneracionesCA$16.00
TrombaCA$14.00
T1 EstelarCA$15.00

Extra Añejo

Casa DragonesCA$45.00
CazadoresCA$14.00
Grand MayanCA$24.00
Gran Patron PiedraCA$60.00
Herradura Selección SupremaCA$45.00
Tears of LloronaCA$45.00
Tierra NobleCA$38.00

Agave Flights

Puro AgaveCA$30.00
Casamigos blanco, el Jimador blanco, Herradura silver
Los Tres TiposCA$35.00
Patron Blanco, Patron Reposado & Patron Añejo
RocaCA$38.00
Half an ounce of Patron Roca Blanco, Patron Roca Reposado, Patron Roca Añejo
AñejosCA$40.00
Casamigos, Cazadores, Corralejo
Dealer's ChoiceCA$35.00
The bartender's favourite blanco, reposado, and añejo tequilas
MezcalCA$40.00
Always rotating
Selección del MaestroCA$65.00
Clase Azul añejo, Tierra Noble extra añejo, Gran Patron Smoky

Mezcals

Alipus San BaltazarCA$9.00
Alipus San JuanCA$9.00
Alipus San LuisCA$9.00
Alipus San MiguelCA$24.00
CasamigosCA$10.00
El Jolgorio BarrilCA$18.00
El Jolgorio EspadinCA$14.00
El Jolgorio MexicanoCA$18.00
El Jolgorio TobalaCA$18.00
Enmascarado 45%CA$14.00
Enmascarado 54%CA$18.00
Koch EnsambleCA$13.00
Koch EspadinCA$9.00
Koch LumbreCA$15.00
Lágrimas de DeloresCA$18.00
Los Danzantes JovenCA$12.00
Los Danzantes Limited EditionCA$24.00
Los Danzantes ReposadoCA$14.00
Los Danzantes AnejoCA$16.00
Los Siete Misterios EspadínCA$13.00
Los Siete Misterios ArroqueñoCA$16.00
Los Siete Misterios BarrilCA$16.00
Los Siete Misterios CoyoteCA$18.00
Los Siete Misterios MexicanaCA$18.00
Los Siete Misterios TobalaCA$20.00
Los Siete Misterios JabaliCA$22.00
Los Siete Misterios PechugaCA$26.00
Marca Negra DobadanCA$16.00
Marca Negra EnsembleCA$16.00
Mezcales de LeyendaCA$16.00
Montelobos EspadinCA$10.00
Nuestra Soledad ZoquitlanCA$14.00
Pierde Almas DobadaanCA$12.00
Pierde Almas TobazicheCA$20.00
Pierde Almas PechugaCA$26.00
Sin Piedad EspadinCA$16.00
Sin Piedad PechugaCA$20.00
Sombra EspadinCA$9.00
Union UnoCA$10.00
Viejo IndecenteCA$16.00
Ven a MICA$16.00

What 1,597 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Vancouver Suburbs
Innovative
Vancouver Suburbs
Great for creative cocktails

1,597 Reviews

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Melinda
Vancouver
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual great food and cocktails. A bit load, but that's probably just my age showing.
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Air
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It has been awhile since we last visited, the foods are excellent! Service was prompt and smooth. Fried rock fish and tea infuse rice are so good. We had a great time.
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Cara
Calgary
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time to El Santo! Such welcoming and friendly staff- excellent service and delicious food! Gracias !
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Anonymous
Vancouver
48 reviews
vip
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It’s been awhile since eating here but always good. Fish, beef tacos. Trio guac & chips. Drinks!
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Sandrine
Vancouver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always excellent here. The cocktails are amazing and the service is fantastic.
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Terry
Vancouver
31 reviews
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Good as always. We tried some brunch dishes not eaten here before. Chilaquiles, huevos rancheros.
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Yvonne
Vancouver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed our experience very much at El Santo restaurant. Great food , service and ambience!! Quieter than most restaurants.
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Vincent
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, excellent service, and nice ambiance and atmosphere makes this place perfect for a date.
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Trevor
Vancouver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food and the service were great. I’d definitely go back.
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Kiren
Vancouver
12 reviews
vip
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I recently dined at El Santo with a friend, and overall, we had a pleasant experience. The ambiance was vibrant, and the food was flavorful, with the appetizers, entrees, and drinks all leaving a positive impression. We each spent around $50, which felt reasonable for the quality of the food and drinks. However, I was a bit disappointed with how the dessert situation was handled. We ordered the churros, which were delicious and perfect for sharing. The dish came with a small container of dulce de leche as the dipping sauce. Unfortunately, the portion of sauce provided was quite small, especially considering we were sharing, and when I requested a second container, I was informed that there would be a 50¢ charge. I understand that costs need to be managed, but it felt like a bit of a surprise, especially when sharing is encouraged. What surprised me even more was the response I received from the owner after I mentioned this in my initial review. The response was unexpectedly defensive, focusing on justifying the charge rather than addressing the broader concern I raised. For me, it wasn’t about the 50¢; it was about the principle and the overall experience. When dining out, especially at a place known for its quality, gestures that show management cares about customer satisfaction make a significant difference. Unfortunately, the tone of the response has left me feeling that my feedback wasn’t taken constructively. While I thoroughly enjoyed the food, the attitude displayed in the management’s reply makes me hesitant to return. It’s important for any business to take critical feedback positively and see it as an opportunity for growth, rather than as something to defend against. I hope the management at El Santo will consider this perspective and use it to enhance their approach to customer service.
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FAQs

El Santo does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats.

El Santo is rated 4.5 stars by 1597 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Oct 5, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

680 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1A9

Additional information

Neighborhood
New Westminster
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–2:15 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Brunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
One block away from both Columbia and New Westminster Sky train station
Executive chef
Sam Fabbro

Website
http://elsanto.ca/
Phone number
(604) 553-1849

El Santo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Cocktails

Classic

Margarita GueyCA$13.00

Margarita ChidaCA$17.00

PalomaCA$13.00

El DiabloCA$13.00

CaipirinhaCA$13.00

CarajilloCA$10.00

Oaxaca Old FashionedCA$14.00

El JazmínCA$12.00

BatangaCA$12.00

El CaesarCA$11.00

SangriaCA$11.00

Creative

El VicenteCA$16.00

Tepache SpritzCA$13.00

Grito de DoloresCA$13.00

El Bosque NubosoCA$16.00

El DoradoCA$14.00

NanahuatzinCA$14.00

El PadrinoCA$14.00

El AntojitoCA$15.00

MoctezumaCA$15.00

Zero Proof

HorchataCA$6.00

La ManzanillaCA$9.00

MoreliaCA$6.00

Beer & Cider

Draught Beer & CiderCA$6.75

Mexican BottlesCA$7.00

Michelada Chilango

El Luchelada

Forager Gluten Free LagerCA$7.00

Erdinger Non-AlcoholicCA$7.00

Soda

JarritosCA$3.75

BoylanCA$3.75

MexicanCA$4.00

After Dinner

Spanish CoffeeCA$10.00

Woods LimoncelloCA$8.00

Narrative Fortified Syrah & Merlot 2ozCA$12.00

Coffee, Tea & Juice

Fresh Squeezed JuiceCA$6.00

JJ Bean French PressCA$4.75

Cacao Husk TeaCA$5.00

Great Wall Tea Co.CA$4.75

Bubbles

Cava, Jaume Serra Cristalino, SpainCA$7.00

"The One" Sparkling, Noble Ridge, Okanagan FallsCA$65.00

Wine

Rotating TapsCA$10.00

White

Viognier, 2018 Frind, OliverCA$10.00

Sauvignon Blanc, 2019 Winemaker's Cut, OliverCA$11.00

Skin Contact Pinot Gris 2019 Kettle Valley, NaramataCA$12.00

Riesling 2018 Orofino "Clone 239" Similkameen ValleyCA$50.00

Chardonnay 2014 Pentâge, Skaha BenchCA$58.00

Rose

Pinot Noir/Syrah 2020 Corcelettes "Oracle" Similkameen ValleyCA$10.00

Red

Pinot Noir/Gamay 2019 Stag's Hollow "Simply Noir" Okanagan FallsCA$12.00

Merlot 2016 Hugging Tree "Moonchild" Similkameen ValleyCA$12.00

Syrah 2018 Moon Curser, OsoyoosCA$13.00

Malbec 2017 Kettle Valley, NaramataCA$58.00

Tempranillo 2015 Pentâge, Skaha BenchCA$54.00

Meritage 2018 Orofino "Beleza" Similkameen ValleyCA$70.00

Meritage 2008 Kettle Valley "Old Main Road" NaramataCA$90.00

Spirits

Amaro / Digestif

Amaro MontenegroCA$10.00

AperolCA$6.00

AvernaCA$8.00

CampariCA$6.00

CynarCA$9.00

Green ChartreuseCA$10.00