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

2027 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, or dine at our Chef's Counter and view our open flame grilling. 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

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–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 Ziggy
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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Experiences

Christmas Eve at Historic El Nido 2023
$110.00 per person
Dec 24, 2023 only
Come and enjoy Christmas Eve at Historic El Nido. We are excited to offer a Special Three Course Pre Fixe Menu for you and your loved ones. There will be several options of appetizers, entrees and desserts to choose from, along with optional wine pairings. $110.00 plus tax and gratuity. A credit card will be requested to hold your reservation. We look forward to seeing you!
A Sparkling El Nido New Years Eve 2023
$135.00 per person
Dec 31, 2023 only
Come enjoy a New Year's Eve at Historic El Nido. We are excited to offer a special Three Course Pre Fixe Menu for you and your loved ones. There will be several options of appetizers, entrees and desserts to choose from. We will be offering additional wine pairing and caviar service. $135 plus tax and gratuity. A credit card will be requested to hold your reservation. Please reserve soon to secure your table. We look forward to seeing you!

Popular dishes

Caesar Salad$14.00
romaine heart, grilled radicchio, garlic croutons, creamy caesar dressing, parmesan crisp
Roasted Beet Salad$16.00
red and golden beets, baby arugula, shaved brussels sprouts, goat cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Butternut Squash & Pear Bisque$14.00
red chile pine nuts, creme fraiche, chives

Small Plates & Appetizers

Fried Chickpeas$10.00
lightly fried chickpeas with fresno peppers, lemon rind, and green chile aioli
Stuffed Artichoke Hearts$18.00
2 artichoke hearts, spinach, mushrooms, pecorino, and gorgonzola cream sauce
Fresh Oysters (daily selection)$24.00
1/2 dozen $24 Full $48 raw on half shell, or wood oven baked with green chile butter
Fried Pork Belly$16.00
cider vinegar reduction, parsnip puree, parsnip chips
Beef Tartare$22.00
shallot, capers, mustard, cornichons, egg yolk, crostini

Mains

The El Nido Pizza$26.00
capicola, salami, pepperoni, Italian sausage, pomodoro, mozzarella, ricotta, parmesan, basil
Vico Pizza$26.00
olive oil base, italian sausage, roasted fennel, red onions, marscarpone, mozzarella, basil
Vegetable Pesto Pizza$26.00
pesto, grilled red onions, mushrooms, artichoke, mozzarella, goat cheese, arugula
NY Strip$55.00
12oz fire grilled NY strip topped with truffle herb compound butter, served with cowboy mac&cheese and broccolini
Duck Breast$38.00
sweet potato hash, baby bok choy, blackberry port demi
Wagyu Burger$21.00
brioche bun, smoked gouda, tomato aioli, green chile, fries
Limoncello Chicken$32.00
polenta cake, sauteed brussels sprouts, limoncello gastrique
Roasted Poblano$26.00
barley, calabacitas, mushrooms, smoked gouda, huitlacoche sauce
Bison Short Rib Ragu$32.00
braised short ribs, tomatoes, herbs, house made pappardelle, parmesan
Linguine Alla Vongole$32.00
littleneck clams, spanish chorizo, lemon, butter, olive oil, garlic, parsley, diced tomatoes, red pepper
Grilled Salmon$36.00
fingerling potatoes, golden beets, chipotle beurre blanc

El Nido Specials

Grilled Whole Branzino$42.00
cauliflower potato gratin, sauteed spinach, dill chimichurri

Sides

Spinach Gnocchi with Cream Sauce$14.00
Sweet Potato Hash$12.00
Sauteed Spinach with Fried Garlic$9.00
Cowboy Mac & Cheese with Bacon & Green Chile$14.00
Roasted King Trumpet Mushrooms$14.00
Roasted Brussels Sprouts$11.00

What 2,027 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

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Service
Santa Fe / Mountains
Good for groups
Santa Fe / Mountains
Neighborhood gem

2,027 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
Great starters . Maybe we ordered wrong the beef was tough
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
El Nido by far has been the best food we’ve had in Santa Fe. We don’t know where to go tonight because nothing will match El Nido. The black garlic gnocchi are ridiculously good, the chickpeas are beyond incredible. My bd said the burger was the best he’s had. Our server was absolutely amazing, too..wish I could remember her name. Always available but never hovering or obviously present. One of the owners reached out to me directly to apologize for cancelling our original reservation due to a snow storm. Above & Beyond. We had an overall exceptional experience, and plan to make El Nido our first stop the next time we visit Santa Fe!
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ShelbyB
New Mexico
438 reviews
vip
4.0
438 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience3
Delicious dinner. Nice choice of appetizers all well prepared & well presented. The main courses likewise. Good wine list but pricey.
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Lynn
New Mexico
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was half-price wine (over $100) Wednesday, and my companion and I shared a 2015 Dirupe Grumello (Nebbiolo) from Valtellina Superior for $75, which was a great restaurant price. It was recommended for us and decanted by the wine steward. We also had an appetizer of tempura chile stuffed with whole shrimp that was delicious, followed by a good burrata and pesto pizza and a side of wild mushrooms. Altogether a terrific evening.
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Greengirl
New Mexico
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quiet Wednesday night but the chef was making amazing food and the bartender was superb!
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AnitaW
New Mexico
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We arrived for an early dinner and were warmly welcomed into a cozy, quiet environment. Our server, Tiffany, was fabulous. Attentive but not overly so because we wanted to chat a lot. She gave us plenty of space, but kept an eye on us. We had El Nido 's signature chick peas! And decided to share about five dishes all which were superb. We will be back again, and again!
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The hamburger is excellent along with very good fries.
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OAP1
New Mexico
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Convenient place to dine when attending the opera. Skip the chef’s exhibition counter because it’s drafty and you can’t really see the chef.
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about this place was just amazing. I would recommend this a great date night for anyone
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EricD
New Mexico
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Thanksgiving dinner
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LauraM
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had not been to ElNido in years and was happy to have our Thanksgiving dinner there. The service was excellent and the food delicious. It was also much quieter than most restaurants, which made it better to have conversation. I will be back soon just to explore more of what you have to offer. Thank you, Laura Moore
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had Thanksgiving at El Nido (there were six of us) and it was so wonderful! It was a memorable holiday. The ambiance, the service and the food was perfect! We highly recommend this lovely restaurant.
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LROgerH
Denver
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a perfect Thanksgiving meal. The turkey dinner was terrific and the trout was outstanding. And considering how many people you had the service was exemplary. Thank you
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SuzanneM
New Mexico
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A BEAUTIFUL AND DELICIOUS THANKSGIVING MEAL WITH FRIENDS. COZY ATMOSPHERE, AMAZING STAFF AND CHEF ZIGGY'S DISHES ARE DELICIOUS! ALWAYS OUR FAVORITE!
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RichardP
New Mexico
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Went here for Thanksgiving diner. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. Food was very good except for portion size for the crab cake and the small sliver of the pumpkin pie. It would be nice if they included dark turkey pieces along with white meat. The cost of the meal was $90 plus mandatory tip. That seemed high for the meal we were served.
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Everything was very nice as expected. The service was outstanding and the food was excellent.
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dianaf
New Mexico
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great experience, and look forward to returning. Food beautiful and yummy!!
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AlissaK
New Mexico
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The poblano and the spinach were a little bland, but everything else (branzino, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, artichoke hearts) were fantastic, as was the service and ambience.
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SFChica
New Mexico
102 reviews
vip
5.0
102 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a wonderful meal and evening at El Nido. We loved the new menu of apps and small plates. Could have made a meal of those things alone. I think we will come back and do that some time soon.
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Jennifer
Austin
25 reviews
vip
2.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience5
The food experience was OK. When I went to El Nido earlier this year the food was much better.
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Had a wonderful dinner in the main part of the restaurant. Enjoyed the olive tapenade and shrimp scampi. Food menu is a bit limited but had some good options. Fantastic service by Lena. She gave us everything we needed but wasn’t intrusive. Cocktails were very tasty. Bar room looked very popular, with the bar top full. We heard their winter menu is in the works so we can’t wait to try that! We will be back.
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RobinL
Los Angeles
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The dishes were made fresh from fresh ingredients. The prevention was beautiful but not over the top.
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Robbo
Chicago
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love our evenings at El Nido. The tapanade and red-chile street corn for starters, plus the grilled watermelon and burrata salad. Delish entrees included paella (special), the stuffed poblano, a burger and the Nido pizza. The waitstaff, including Carlos and Lena, is top-notch, attentive and warm.
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smcc
New Mexico
189 reviews
vip
5.0
189 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate at the bar in the restaurant with our visiting family member and we had a lovely dinner and drinks and a lovely evening. Couldn't have asked for a better evening. Thank you.
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HannahB1026
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful ambience, exceptional food and beautiful space. We highly recommend El Nido!!
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Robert
San Antonio
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was better than ever - everyone loved what they ordered . Well done, Il Nido
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Suzy
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is the best dinner we've had in Santa Fe! Service was attentive. Chef made sure we were enjoying the food. The restaurant was busy and staff and clientele seemed happy and organized. Our appetizers set the stage: The artichoke dish was creative and delicious. Shrimp scampi came with a fabulous sauce that was unexpected. Our entrees (chicken limoncello, rib eye steak) were superb. We live here, so we will be back numerous times.
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KevinB
New Mexico
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience5
The mushroom ravioli was terrible. The dough was tough and thick, and didn’t seem fully cooked. Overpriced at $32. The Caesar salad seems to be the chopped salad salad you get out of a bag from a grocery store. The service and pizza were good.
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FrankG
New Mexico
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fried chickpeas were very tasty. Hot corn soup was full of flavor. Sea bass on top odf asparagus risotto was very light but full of flavor
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James
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic all around. Highly recommend. Beautiful setting and food/bev.
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CoryelleK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, wonderful service. Is is pricey? Yes, but the food was delicious and quality of it was excellent.
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kathyw
Greater Boston
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Not enough options on menu. Hardly any vegetables offered. We were told chicken entre comes with potatoes and carrots, but only came with potatoes ….
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PamF
New Mexico
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We were disappointed that the 6 oz filet is no longer on the menu and that the marinated artichoke heart has gone down to 1 piece. Otherwise, enjoyed our meal as usual.
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JDub
Houston
194 reviews
vip
5.0
194 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Visited El Nido when it first opened and this visit hasn't changed our opinion. Great roadhouse ambience, interesting variety of food, good selection of wines and friendly service. Our starters were stuffed artichoke heart and tempura htch chile. Good flavors meant to be shared by the table. Entrees of wagyu bavette and wild mushroom ravioli were interesting. The carrots and the empanada with the wagyu were a perfect complement. You will find a strong selection of wines for any entree. Burnt basque cheesecake had to be tried. Worth it. Our server Lesley was tremendous. The original El Nido was a Tesuque treasure and this version tries to live up to it.
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Wendy
New Mexico
51 reviews
vip
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
We love El Nido and go often. I have to say, I miss Janine who always made you feel welcome. The service is excellent as always, fantastic waitstaff and food runners. But for the first time, my salmon was almost raw. They resolved it but this is the first time I’ve ever had a problem with the food. We will continue to go to El Nido, maybe this was just a bad night. It is an awesome place.
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ElizabethB
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was good, I had the Bronzino and my partner on the salmon. Service was a little sketchy, took forever to get our entrée like 15 minutes from the time we had our salad to our entrée. They brought us the wrong salad , server offered to bring the correct one but at that point, we said no. It’s just I think the timing in the kitchen was off.
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Charles
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Well worth the drive, this Tesuque gem features well executed dishes, a solid wine list, and outstanding service. We WILL be back.
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Warriormom
Washington DC
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely perfect evening. Everything was exceptional!
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ElkNut
New Mexico
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service! Very out of the way quaint dinner
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding!! Everything was perfect from the time we walked in
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FAQs

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 2027 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
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 Ziggy
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
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

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

64 Albuquerque Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Christmas Eve at Historic El Nido 2023

A Sparkling El Nido New Years Eve 2023

Wagyu Burger

Grilled Salmon

Roasted Poblano

Greens

Caesar Salad$14.00

Roasted Beet Salad$16.00

Butternut Squash & Pear Bisque$14.00

Small Plates & Appetizers

Fried Chickpeas$10.00

Stuffed Artichoke Hearts$18.00

Fresh Oysters (daily selection)$24.00

Fried Pork Belly$16.00

Beef Tartare$22.00

Mains

The El Nido Pizza$26.00

Vico Pizza$26.00

Vegetable Pesto Pizza$26.00

NY Strip$55.00

Duck Breast$38.00

Wagyu Burger$21.00

Limoncello Chicken$32.00

Roasted Poblano$26.00

Bison Short Rib Ragu$32.00

Linguine Alla Vongole$32.00

Grilled Salmon$36.00

El Nido Specials

Grilled Whole Branzino$42.00

Sides

Spinach Gnocchi with Cream Sauce$14.00

Sweet Potato Hash$12.00

Sauteed Spinach with Fried Garlic$9.00

Cowboy Mac & Cheese with Bacon & Green Chile$14.00

Roasted King Trumpet Mushrooms$14.00

Roasted Brussels Sprouts$11.00

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