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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Santa Fe / Mountains

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Santa Fe / Mountains? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.9

4.9 (12366)

$50 and over

Fusion / Eclectic

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Geronimo has established a reputation as THE place to dine in Santa Fe. Tradition and innovation merge at this Canyon Road legend, where simplicity and understatement reign. New Mexico's only Mobil 4 star and AAA 4 Diamond rated restaurant. Winner of TripAdvisor's Top 10 Restaurants in the United States.

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janvip

Dined 5 days ago

It’s one of our favorite restaurants. Every experience we have had has been top notch. Service is second to none.

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Grilled Beef Tenderloin

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Green Miso Sea Bass

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Wild Mushroom & Sherry Bisque

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Market Steer Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (2015)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Market Steer Steakhouse offers a refreshing new take on fine dining, serving up an atmosphere every bit as charming as Chef Kathleen Crook's creative approach to Prime Steak and Regional American Cuisine.

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Judyvip

Dined 3 days ago

We were pleased with all aspects of dining, and to know they had maintained their high quality. The new restaurant was also beautiful in a sophisticated Santa Fe style.

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7 oz Prime Filet Mignon

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14 oz Prime New York Strip

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10 oz Prime Flat Iron

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4.7

4.7 (7054)

$31 to $50

Southwest

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Coyote Cafe & Cantina continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant & rooftop bar.

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jerryvip

Dined 2 days ago

Our server, Andy, was excellent! Very knowledgeable about the menu and very personable.

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Seared Diver Scallops

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4.7

4.7 (5050)

$50 and over

Latin American

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Originally from Mexico City, Chef Fernando Olea, formerly Chef of Epazote, has been enthralling diners in Santa Fe since 1991. Chef Olea creates sophisticated flavors using Old Mexico’s indigenous and culinary traditions alongside ingredients from around the world. His menu is deliberately small, featuring fresh and locally sourced produce and meats when possible.

Nothing evokes the mystery of Mexican cuisine more than mole, a sauce of complex flavors that usually includes toasted and ground spices, seeds, nuts, chocolate and chile. Many mole recipes contain more than thirty ingredients and some recipes have five varieties of chile alone. Chef Olea is delighted to share his moles that include his "New Mexican Mole" that he created to commemorate Santa Fe’s 400 year anniversary in 2009. The large mural in the main dining room, was painted and presented to Chef Olea by Federico Leon De La Vega, a well- known artist from Mexico City.

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Gregg

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful as advertised! Amazing flavors, beautiful presentation, friendly and impeccable service. A singular dining experience

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Volcan de Chocolate

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Aceq Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (414)

$31 to $50

American

Taos

About the restaurant

located in the heart of charming Arroyo Seco, ACEQ restaurant is unique and eclectic. Chef and Owner Elijah Safford takes pride in sourcing the best quality ingredients, eclectic and exciting wines, craft beers and fantastic cocktails. At the young age of 23 Chef Safford has managed to take ACEQ to new heights. Backed by a team of service industry veterans and professionals, ACEQ strives for true quality service and experience. The art and passion that ACEQ represents can be felt the minute you walk through the door.

When you join us, there are a few things you can not miss out on, locally sourced Wangus steaks, the Whisky Basil cocktail and of course the Bison Chile Fries. ACEQ has food for everyone. Any dietary restriction will find something tasty. Don't be afraid to strike a conversation with your server and allow them to guide you through your experience

Reservations are always recommended. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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John

Dined 4 days ago

Always get great service every time we go. The Ribeye was amazing! We Will be back for sure.

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Brussel Sprouts

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Taste of India at ACEQ Restaurant

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Beef and Leaf Cafe

4.7

4.7 (22)

$31 to $50

American

Los Alamos

About the restaurant

Enjoy reimagined comfort foods that incorporate seasonal ingredients and a touch of whimsy into dishes we all know and love - paired with unique wines, craft beers and creative cocktails.

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Rebecca

Dined 3 days ago

Unusual, interesting menus--you won't find such an original menu anywhere.

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4.6

4.6 (1651)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Sine 1971;
The Bull Ring has been a part of Santa Fe’s Culinary landscape for so long it's hard to think of a time when it wasn't there. The world famous Bull Ring offers all the most popular cuts, ranging in size from the the 8-oz petite filet to an enormous 40-oz porterhouse for two. The Bull Ring prepares steaks in an 1,800 degree grill and serves them on a sizzling hot plate with melted butter. The Bull Ring is also known for their juicy lamb or pork chops, mouthwatering barbecue baby back pork ribs or fresh seafood.

If you are looking for a more casual experience, the lounge is a local favorite, where you can mingle with old friends or make new ones in a Cheers-like atmosphere. The bar serves exceptional pub fare, including the succulent Prime Burger.

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Terry

Dined 4 days ago

The atmosphere was wonderful and the wait staff was exceptional. If you like red meat, this is the place to eat, but they also have plenty of seafood selections.

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Su Sushi at El Nido

4.5

4.5 (217)

$31 to $50

Japanese Speciality

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Welcome to Su a beautiful Sushi Bar in the village of Tesuque (opera exit, 8 min from downtown, inside El Nido). Come experience Chef Gaytan's Sushi. We offer amazing fish to include offerings from the Toyosu Fish market in Japan. Chef Gaytan offers a full alacarte menu and Omakase Experience (3 coursed meal 75.00, request meal in reservation notes).

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William

Dined on Aug 25, 2024

The three of us had the Omakase (chef’s choice). Before ordering we were given a small plate of fried pieces of fish in a spicy sauce. We each then ordered the omakase, the chef’s choice. We were then given identical platers of sashimi and sushi. All excellent. To drink we had a jug of green tea and another of a fruity saki. For dessert my wife and I split the flourless chocolate cake (she had the ice cream, I had the cake), while our daughter had something else I don’t remember. Service was prompt and got us out in time for the opera.

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Red Sage Restaurant

4.2

4.2 (549)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Red Sage is your destination for your next romantic night out, business dinner and drinks or group event. Fare rotates seasonally, and our extensive wine selection will wow the most discriminating tastes.

Red Sage also offers a private dining experience for any need. Our smaller Private Dining Room can accommodate 14 guests and our larger room can accommodate 14 to 30 guests. Both spaces are perfect for Receptions, Dinners, Conferences, Board Meetings, Rehearsal Dinners, Baby and Bridal Showers, Birthday Parties, Anniversary Celebrations, Intimate Dinner Parties, and Corporate Dinners.

Red Sage has a diverse Wine Selection of domestic and European varieties. This collection includes local New Mexico producers and wine makers with familiar labels and approachable pricing.

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Vivianevip

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

We enjoyed pleasant and attentive service during our dinner at Red Sage. The restaurant is in a lovely setting next to the pool area at the Buffalo Thunder Hilton Hotel. Most of the food was very good, but I wouldn't advise ordering the potatoes au gratin. It was served as a rather bland slab of indiscernible potato mixed with other substances. We especially liked the crispy fried shrimp with Korean garlic sauce. Overall, we were very pleased with our meal and would recommend the Red Sage for a special night out.

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Wolf and Roadrunner - Hotel St. Francis

4.1

4.1 (28)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Seasonal ingredients and fire in all its forms. Feel the warmth of refined, seasonal cuisine at Wolf And Roadrunner.

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Kimiknu

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful experience. Our server, Sebastian, took excellent care of us. Food was delicious.

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Santa Fe Wine & Chile

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