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Palace Prime Dining Room - Palace Prime, Santa Fe, NM

Palace Prime

4.6
4.6
344 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Join us for Restaurant Week, February 20th - March 2nd. Visit our website for an up-to-date menu.

Located one block from the plaza and one block from the Lensic theater. We are a Santa Fe tradition reborn, serving prime steaks, seasonal seafood, and fresh handmade pasta. Paired with premium wines and seasonally curated craft cocktails to enjoy in a historic and elegant setting. We have a private dining room for groups of up to 14. Our tree-covered back patio and fully covered front patio are open in the warm months when weather permits. You can also dine inside our chic bar/lounge or dining room with plush booth seating.

Happy Hour is Wednesday - Sunday from 5 pm to 6:30 pm.

Complimentary Valet Parking is no longer offered as of 12/24/22

Chef, Douglas Hesselgesser | GM, Charles Dampf | Wine Director, Austin Flick | Bar Director, Todd Walker.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Elegant Dining

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Seafood, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Bar Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–6:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (505) 919-9935

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Douglas Hesselgesser

  • Private party facilities

    We would love to host your next event. Our private dining room can accommodate up to 14 guests seated. We can host full buyout events as well as cocktail parties in our lounge. During the warmer months we can host a number of types of events on our back patio, please note that the patio is not covered and is weather dependent on opening.

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Fe

  • Cross street

    Grant Avenue

  • Parking details

    Metered street parking, meters are free after 6pm.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Angels Dine Out

    Apr 20, 2023 only
    Join us in supporting an amazing local organization! Angels Dine Out on Thursday, April 20! It’s a fun and easy way to support Kitchen Angels. Bring a group of friends, drink, eat, and enjoy while you support. The restaurant will donate 25% of your bill to Kitchen Angels. It’s that fun and easy!

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What 344 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Steakhouse

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Good for business meals

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Hot spot

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Good for special occasions

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

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  1. MeganI

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Definitely had to send steak back and sides sides and add ons were forgotten. $65 for a 6 oz steak seems way to high.
  2. Rosarito

    New Mexico

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Butchers Martini - made with their horseradish infused vodka is unbelievable. I can’t get enough. As a matter of fact all of the drinks on their incredible menu make you feel this way. The problem I have every time is ..which will I choose. (Good problems!) We sat at the bar and enjoyed their Sunday night vinyl night which is a treat. The last album we heard was David Bowie. Food wise- everything is a can’t miss- especially for foodies. The quality is top notch. We were able to get there in time for happy hour and tried their green Chile chicken wings for the first time… as expected and to no surprise.. they nailed it: Delicious flavor and crispy perfection. We always love the burger which we enjoy medium rare (on the rare side) and the bread is just like a butter cloud of crunch. But everything is pure pleasure- the ribs, oysters, (when they have prime rib)!! The service is always wonderful too! We have sat in their main dining area when they had a jazz night- and that too was special. Marvelous music and energy. A beautiful space, quality food, drinks and service. Hard to choose to go anywhere else when this hits the spot, every ..single ..time. Thank you
  3. PATRICKP

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Antonio was excellent. The food was well prepared and presented. The place has a cool vibe.
  4. mandia

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an excellent meal and drinks, as well as service. One of our favorites in Santa Fe. The only down fall is the closeness of tables as you can hear other’s conversations.
  5. JulianaW

    New Mexico

    30 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Palace Prime offers two dining options bar and dining room and both areas were pleasantly full. Staff are knowledgeable, patient and funny.
  6. NMTreeFarmer

    New Mexico

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful treat to have a new experience in an "old" space that holds many memories for us. On a last minute whim we booked a table for dinner before a concert at the Lensic. WOW! Food was superb, service was flawless, tables were safely spaced, but the most impressive thing was that in a city where fine dining often includes unbearable noise this gem was perfect for intimate conversation. Such a treat. And our bill was much less than comparable establishments. This will become one of our go-to places for a particularly special evening out.
  7. Sarah

    Dallas

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best happy hour, best service, best cocktails, best oysters, best everything!!
  8. Alan

    New Mexico

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The shrimp cocktail was plentiful and delicious. My NY Strip was excellent and the Donald Hess Cabernet was tasty. Mat he RIP. 🙏
  9. WolfS

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    outstanding food and service. happyhappy ribs are to die for
  10. ErinA

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been anxious to try Palace Prime since it opened and I was not disappointed. The salad was super fresh and the salad dressing was amazing. My friend and I laughed at the portions for Restaurant Week, but we were so stuffed after dinner I didn't even finish my dessert. The Filet Mignon was perfectly seasoned and so tender you could cut it with a butter knife. I was not disappointed.
  11. EileenU

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food, great ambience, friendly staff. Loved the lower noise level and added coat check. The flavor layers were top notch for my corvina and husbands filet mignon.
  12. Foodie

    New Mexico

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat in the lounge which had wonderful ambience. Our meal was outstanding. We visited for restaurant week and ordered the filet mignon. Both steaks were delicious, tender and cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend Palace Prime.
  13. DorothyH

    New Mexico

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delightful experience. Wait staff were attentive but not obtrusive. They just seemed to appear when I wanted them. The food was marvelous, I loved the steak and the tiny carrots were great. I’ll be back.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, service was great!
  15. CynthiaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing!!! Restaurant week menu was delicious and great value!
  16. Annette

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great steaks and desserts. Enjoyed the lounge ambiance too.
  17. Foodie

    Oklahoma City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing all around.
  18. neeceeD

    New Mexico

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for Restaurant Week and treated ourselves to a beautiful and delicious dining experience at Palace Prime. The service was old school outstanding and the food and cocktails were terrific with a lovely presentation. We had been looking forward to our dinner there and it exceeded our expectations. Thank you Palace Prime for participating in Restaurant Week! We'll be back.
  19. SkipH

    New Mexico

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, wait staff was great $30 for a burger and fries???? maybe a little pricey, I think you could get many more customers with a little more reasonable prices and a bar menu
  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. Service was great.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very enjoyable. The original Palace had been a go to place many years ago and neither of us had been back since its many incarnations. We had a really nice time, loved our server Tess, my ribs were to die for, all the food was very good. Restaurant Week is meant to entice people and it certainly did. We’ll be back!
  22. localdiner

    San Francisco

    79 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Absolutely delicious! We went there during restaurant week and had a wonderful meal. I ordered the filet which was cooked perfectly, and absolutely delicious. I started with the shrimp cocktail, which was also superb. My husband ordered the burger which was one of the best he’s had in a very long time. The meat was from beck and bülow. It was absolutely delicious. He started with the ribs and loved them as well. We will definitely be going back.
  23. CathyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friend & I do 1 splurge a year going somewhere where we don't normally go so glad we picked prime palace it was wonderful from the host to our great waitress food outstanding
  24. smcc

    New Mexico

    182 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    182 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our experience at Palace Prime as always. This was the first time we ate in the dining room with our guests, and it was very nice. We had a lovely corner booth, and Sondra took very good care of us in all aspects of our evening. I enjoyed the filet mignon as usual and it was perfectly done to my taste. Two of the four of us really enjoyed the expresso martini for dessert. We highly recommend Palace Prime.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food and service!!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Overpriced and food was average at the very best.
  27. JawnyEm

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    So looked forward to this reopened dining experience. Very disappointed as was my companion. Understanding the economic times, the expense seemed out if line aspecially for dining in the lounge/bar area. We did not request that area. There is a more spacious dining. A large group was seated next to us crowding the area. Make sure you specify the area when reserving. No complaints about service or food quality and delivery. Decent ambience. I'd recommend but with caution due to pricing and seating.

    Palace PrimeResponded on March 15, 2023Thank you for joining us. We are glad you enjoyed your experience with the quality of the food and service. However, we are sorry that you did not want to be seated in the lounge; if there is a problem, please let a manager know; we only seat guests that have booked for the lounge in the lounge as it is the most requested seating area. All of our prices are competitive with the market we are in. We look forward to having you join us again in the future.

  28. WilliamS

    New Mexico

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the prix fixe Valentine's Day dinner and it was done exquisitely! Food, service, and ambience couldn't have been better. A friend I told that I was coming said to bring my "biggest credit card" and they weren't far off the mark. Nonetheless, extremely good.
  29. FeGalNM

    New Mexico

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Our server was fantastic! The food was ok. We thought it would be an amazing dinner. Sadly it was not.
  30. LaylaP

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    Everything went wrong. They tried to insist our entrees were correct when they clearly weren’t. I’ve never been to a restaurant where the staff didn’t know what their own entrees looked like. Finally we asked to see the menu and the server read it and realized it was wrong. They poured the wrong wine into my friend’s existing wine so she had to drink a mix. They took my plate and said they were closing without asking me if i was finished or wanted it wrapped up. I had barely eaten it. Then they didn’t even offer any comp for apologies for almost sending my friend to hospital by giving her the wrong entree that she was deathly allergic too. It was a bizarre experience. Super overpriced for such terrible experiences. Ambiance was great and i would go for drinks but not dinner.
  31. gharris999

    New Mexico

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    The duck breast I ordered was just flat out bad. It wasn't the preparation. The duck itself tasted off, like it was way past its sell-by date.

    Palace PrimeResponded on February 4, 2023We are so sorry that you felt the duck was not good. The chef and manager checked it and confirmed it was not expired and tasted fine. We also served the same items to other guests that night, and they all loved the dish. You were not charged for the duck, and we offered to get you something else on the house, which you declined. We do hope that you will give us another try.

  32. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Drinks were terrific. Food offerings were a good variety for apps and main courses. Lovely and modern atmosphere.
  33. Jack

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    A special dinner for a friend, that was just ok. Steaks were average, sides were well below par. Wines and cocktails were very good and reasonably priced and the staff was helpful and friendly. Being from a cattle raising family, I was surprised to see the meat was sourced out of NYC !

    Palace PrimeResponded on February 4, 2023Hello Jack, thank you for taking the time to review us. We are sorry that you didn’t feel the sides were up to par; most people rave about them. We source our beef from Pat La Frieda, a butcher out of NYC. The meat is raised all over the country, and La Frieda Meats can get some of the best products in the country; that is why we use them. We do hope to see you back at Palace Prime again.

  34. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Date night!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, service was outstanding!!
  36. Food42

    New Mexico

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Great quality on the steaks. The NY was a bit dry even though it was cooked to medium rare. Very tender and good texture. Light on the seasoning. However the sauce wasn’t of the same caliber. Too much mustard seed. Very little pepper. Such a nice steak would be better off with a decent amount of salt, pepper and not much else. The six gnocchi were blah. The Demi glaze on the ribeye was unpleasant, tasted like it came off the grocery store shelf. All in all the meal fell short of the mark that the price had set.
  37. VictorB

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cena familiar
  38. Brandonc

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Poor service and subpar food. Seafood was fine, but wouldn’t get a steak from here
  39. Pancho

    Seattle

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service, that’s the kind of experience that brings you back to this place!
  40. SBGolfer

    Central Coast

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Our first time there and we were quite impressed. Starters of French Onion Soup and 1/2 dozen oysters were very good. Duck breast was amazing - never seen one so large and tender. New York Strip Steak had us asking 'where do they get their meat' (somewhere in New Jersey) - very tender and tasty. Dessert of pecan pie was excellent also - served warm which was great with the whipped cream topping. They have an extensive wine list. We were there to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and the staff made it a very special occasion. We were served glasses of prosecco when we arrived and the dessert was intentionally omitted from our bill.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Palace Prime using the Order Online button. Palace Prime also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 919-9935.

Palace Prime is rated 4.6 stars by 344 OpenTable diners.

Palace Prime does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 13 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Palace Prime

142 W Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Grant Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Fe

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Bar Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–6:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Seafood, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Elegant Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Metered street parking, meters are free after 6pm.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Douglas Hesselgesser

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (505) 919-9935

  • Private party facilities

    We would love to host your next event. Our private dining room can accommodate up to 14 guests seated. We can host full buyout events as well as cocktail parties in our lounge. During the warmer months we can host a number of types of events on our back patio, please note that the patio is not covered and is weather dependent on opening.

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