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TerraCotta Wine Bistro, Santa Fe, NM
TerraCotta Wine Bistro, Santa Fe, NM
TerraCotta Wine Bistro, Santa Fe, NM
TerraCotta Wine Bistro, Santa Fe, NM
TerraCotta Wine Bistro, Santa Fe, NM

TerraCotta Wine Bistro

4.7
4.7
2255 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
TerraCotta Wine Bistro is a smart casual food and wine restaurant located in the historic district of downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico, in a charming 19th century adobe building near the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and the Downtown Plaza. Our unique Santa Fe restaurant features globally-inspired food, wine and beer, utilizing local and regional foods. At Terracotta Wine Bistro we pride ourselves on using high quality ingredients, in creative combinations that change seasonally. The ambiance is inviting, informal, up-beat, and just plain fun- great for intimate or large gatherings. Best of all, we are moderately priced.

Our varied menu features both large and smaller portions of daily entrees that encourage guests to sample and share a number of dishes.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (505) 989-1166
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Catherine O'Brien
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining that can seat up to 20 guests. The entire restaurant can be booked for private events with sufficient notice.
  • Private party contact
    Glenda Griswold: (505) 438-2877
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Fe
  • Cross street
    Chapelle Street
  • Parking details
    There are several public parking lots just a block or two stroll from the restaurant. Off street parking around the restaurant is available in the evenings.
  • Entertainment
    Live music Tuesday through Thursday.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas 2023

    $80.00 per person

    Dec 25 - Dec 26, 2023
    Join us for our 2023 Christmas Dinner. We will be serving delicious three-course prix. The cost is $80 per person for adults and $40 for children 12 and under. (Plus, tax and gratuity.) A credit card is required for booking your reservation and is not used for payment of your dinner. A 48-hour cancellation policy is in effect for this event.

What 2,255 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Best Service

  • New Mexico

    Best Value

  • New Mexico

    Neighborhood gem

  • New Mexico

    Great for fine wines

  • New Mexico

    Contemporary American

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Best Overall

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Best Service

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Best Ambiance

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Best Value

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Neighborhood gem

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Great for fine wines

2,255 Reviews
  1. fred

    New Mexico

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    I have eaten here before, and enjoyed it, but food was not as impressive as I remembered it. Portions of both salad and entree were small, and the Portuguese pasta was a dud-- a miniscule amount of clams, too much sausage, and the ingredients just didn't hang together as a coherent dish. Service and ambience were great, though, and they have the best wine list in town.

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  2. FooDie

    San Antonio

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We were there on a quiet night. The planked salmon was just ok and partly cooked too long (not medium), nothing special. My wifes cheese board had tiny portions of 4 cheeses. Way underportioned. Service was attentive and fast.

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  3. DarleneS

    New Mexico

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Janet, was attentive, friendly and professional. We started with sharing a bowl of pumpkin soup, earthy and delicious. The Shepherds pie had a hearty bold flavor and the pan seared flounder was light and flavorful. The molten chocolate was lava delicious. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

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  4. KennW

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    This was a holiday menu for Thanksgiving, so a critique of the food or even the ambiance is hard to state. That said, the food was excellent, as was the service. The staff paid attention to all the little things, such as personally calling to confirm that I understood the seating was at the bar, and personally calling the day before. Nearly all businesses let the autotext bot handle confirmations (not unlike OpenTable that prefers automation to user calls).

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  5. Sydknee

    New Mexico

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic flounder, Casa salad, chocolate molten dessert and Key lime pie. Tremendous wine menu with knowledgeable staff. Warm ambiance with friendly staff. Comfort food with flair!!! One of my favorite Santa Fe eateries.

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  6. Clarag

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Wine was great! It’s an amazing spot for wine. We ordered the bruschetta…they were not the best unfortunately….I would still be interested in tasting the other food and giving them a second chance.

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  7. Westernretiree

    Denver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Planked salmon always very good. Perhaps a bit salty. Best onion rings in country. P

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  8. jaybirdy

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my fave places in Santa Fe! Michael the bartender, Lainey the maitre'd and Janet are really, really good at front of the house service. Just a charming French style bistro!

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  9. DonJ

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love the bistro vibe. Great food, great server. Everything was perfect for our anniversary dinner.

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  10. jaybirdy

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really like this place. Feels like a cool lil French Bistro; food consistently very good and the wine list is very good and reasonably priced. Michael the bartender is superb and very personable; Lainey at the front door is super and Janet -a gem. Looking forward to going back.

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  11. BeachLover55

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent wine selections, great appetizers and food options. Cozy, friendly staff and nice ambiance! Highly recommend for a quiet meal with many wine selections and reasonable prices!

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  12. modza

    New Mexico

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some classics on the menu --half a roast chicken (huge!), plank salmon (perfectly cooked to order) and new specials-- flounder in egg batter, Portuguese pasta dish. All wonderful!

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  13. LisaB

    New Mexico

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    You know the saying "the food is great but the service was average so unlikely to return"? That is this place in spades. I regularly use OpenTable to make reservations and almost always put in a request for a 'quiet table' or location preference 'by window' etc. In addition, I almost always inform the restaurant if a special occasion or celebration. In this case, I made a timely reservation AND input "quiet table, celebration". We arrive to be greeted by a lackluster hostess who promptly moves to seat us in the bar and by the front door....OOOOOPPPPPPSSSS. I ask kindly for another location to be taken to a back room and seated by a drafty door and window (as the other table along the wall was 'reserved'). Wait a minutes, didn't we have a "table reserved". At any rate, typical for this place that I have tried over the years and attempted to love and it just rises to "like". Former local caterers who seem to never reach the heights of fine dining. Sure wine list is extensive but so are the lists at quite a few Santa Fe establishments. Server nice, efficient and food served hot - best were the appetizers (no surprise given catering experience). Three stars is a gift.

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  14. ValerieM

    New Mexico

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a really great dinner at TerraCotta! Two of us had the salmon. Cooked perfectly with a nice sauce on top. Two of us had fish and chips. Plenty of fish that was cooked with a crispy crust. We will definitely go back. Good to know we have another great restaurant to choose from when we go out for dinner.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy it-the staff is very nice and the food is tasty. We love the intimacy of it.

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  16. AllenB

    New Mexico

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience3
    ONE OF OUR FAVORITE STOPS WHEN IN SANTA FE. GREAT WINE SELECTION AT REASONABLE PRICING...A LITTLE DISAPPOINTED IN THE FISH AND CHIPS WHICH IN THE PAST HAS ALWAYS BEEN SUPURB. A DESSERT ON THE HOUSE DUE TO THE CELEBRATION OF MY WIFES BIRTHDAY. OVER ALL EVALUATION WOULD BE A RETURN TRIP NEXT TIME IN SANTA FE

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  17. Mugsy

    San Diego

    150 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    150 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time at this restaurant. Clearly one of the best meals we have ever had. Onion soup was outstanding. I mean rich with lots of onions and a rich sauce. Then we had a grilled pear salad that was delicious. The planked salmon was excellent. Service and food was top noche. We will be back.

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  18. Debra

    New Mexico

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice selection of menu items. The four of us each ordered something different. We all cleaned our plates so we must have really liked it. I know I did!

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  19. ElizabethR

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly appreciated the wait staff recommendations and how they made my son's birthday celebration a special occasion. They are also very attentive to the guests' price sensitivity on wine options.

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  20. Tamara

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Out of town guests were impressed with food and wine. I love everything about this place especially reasonable priced items available for lesser eaters. I love the wine selection as they are known for good wine and good price. Thanks

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  21. KarenS

    Chicago

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it! We were on a sister/sister-in-law trip and booked a double Birthday dinner here. The staff was absolutely fantastic and even gave us a wonderful Birthday dessert. Food was awesome and we love the environment and energy.

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  22. Jeff

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite places to eat. Always great food . Wonderful selection of wines that are all reasonably priced too . Lovely, old-world ambience both inside and on the outside patio. Owners Glenda and Linda are always fun to engage with and ensure your visit will be memorable. Wonderful and accommodating staff as well. This is a place you will want to go back to once you’ve enjoyed a meal….guaranteed!

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  23. ScottW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing find off the beaten path. Great wine selection and interesting small bites and entrees. Service is fabulous!

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  24. VickiH

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Terracotta ! It feels like a neighborhood restaurant to us . Everyone is so kind and friendly and the food is always great !

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  25. SteveM

    New Mexico

    108 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    108 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Always such a pleasure to dine here. We were running late for our reservation, but a quick call to the restaurant assured us there would be no problem. I had their wonderful fish and chips (one of the best I've had in Santa Fe), my daughter had the fixed price dinner choosing the pork schnitzel, salad and a chocolate dessert. Service was wonderul.

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  26. Couper

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Lovely evening!!

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  27. Bright

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    This restaurant was like a cozy local Italian/french fusion style restaurant. A decent experience and my party was satisfied. However, I think the price is little bit high for the food that is being served. There is nothing bad about the food, but it’s not high-end meals for the price you pay. I would rather end up going to a fancier place for the same price I paid. But that maybe a personal preference.

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  28. BillJ

    New Mexico

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    All the food was very good and the timing between courses was great. Very good wines and very good service

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  29. KennethS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our service/server was very attentive and professional.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great atmosphere and the food was very good and great wine selection.

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  31. JoyI

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We brought two guests from out of town to TCWB. They were charmed from the moment they walked in. Our server was perfect, didn't hover but there when we needed something. The food was outstanding. Great selection of wine. It was a very fun evening.

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  32. BeverlyM

    New Mexico

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved being at TerraCotta last night. It is a lovely room, our waitress was extremely accommodating, the food was excellent and served altogether in spite of one guest ordering the chicken which was supposed to take an extra 30 minutes. The five of us hadn’t seen each other in some time, so we were the last to leave, enjoying each other’s company so much. Thanks for a delightful evening. One guest was laid low by her recent vaccination, so she couldn’t come, but the five of us had a great night.

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  33. DonMemo

    San Francisco

    94 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    One of our favorites in Santa Fe. Fresh ingredients and creative presentation. Cozy homelike setting in a historic neighborhood. Great wine list and fairly priced. A must visit.

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  34. MRiverz

    Denver

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Nice atmosphere. Great wine selection. Would be a great place to have wine and appetizers. Host and staff very friendly and warm. Dinner was more miss than hit, however.

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  35. Jimmy

    New Mexico

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service by Janet. Overall, a wonderful evening!

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  36. BillW

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Greasy food and service. Would highly recommend dining here.

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  37. Liza

    Greensboro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a charming spot! We’ve been eyeing this restaurant for a while, because it looks so inviting from the outside. So glad we ventured in. Beautiful decor inside and out (we sat on the cozy back patio) and delicious food— perfectly portioned. The baked shrimp ricotta starter is a must-try! Great service, lovely hosts and a wine list with options for everyone. We’ll be back!

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  38. AKDallas

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant. Our server was pleasant, welcoming and attentive.

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  39. SandyA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner. Staff was excellent.

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  40. Herb

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very nice, small family operated bistro. We enjoy every visit, Great food and service.

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FAQs

TerraCotta Wine Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 989-1166.

TerraCotta Wine Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 2255 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 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for TerraCotta Wine Bistro

304 Johnson Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Chapelle Street
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Fe
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There are several public parking lots just a block or two stroll from the restaurant. Off street parking around the restaurant is available in the evenings.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Catherine O'Brien
  • Entertainment
    Live music Tuesday through Thursday.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (505) 989-1166
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining that can seat up to 20 guests. The entire restaurant can be booked for private events with sufficient notice.
  • Private party contact
    Glenda Griswold: (505) 438-2877
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