Sazon

Name: Sazon
Address: 221 Shelby St, Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87501
Telephone: (505) 983-8604
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

3273 Reviews

$50 and over

Latin American

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

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Booked 57 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Latin American, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of operation
Dinner
Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 983-8604
Website
http://www.sazonsantafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Fernando Olea
Private party facilities
We offer customized menus, experienced servers, extraordinary food, and our very own Chef Fernando Olea’s culinary expertise and flair. There can be nothing more perfectly paired! We use organic and sustainable products whenever possible. Our menu celebrates the varied and complex flavors of classic dishes from Mexico City, Oaxaca, Michoacán and Puebla. Chef Olea brings these classic dishes to life with modern and New World techniques thereby imprinting his own distinct signature, or Sazón, into each and every dish. Menu items change with each season and can be customized to fit your needs. We also are happy to embellish the menu with entertainment, florals, linens, and unique décor. For more information: Tel: 505-983-8604 or email: fernando@sazonsantafe.com

Location
221 Shelby St Santa Fe, NM 87501
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Cross street
East Alameda Street & Water Street
Parking details
There is self- parking only, but most of the parking near the restaurant is metered. The meters have certain times when they are monitored and when they are not, so please read signs carefully.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Wine

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Popular dishes

Camaron-Tini$28.00
colossal white shrimp from Gulf of Mexico / light crispy batter / sweet Thai chili aioli
Xochimilco$18.00
huitlacoche: savory and earthy corn truffle over mini tortillas / native spices / queso fresco
Azteca$19.00
yellow fin tuna crudité / avocado / cucumber / spicy tacuba sauce / crispy corn chips

Ensaladas

De la Casa$15.00
baby spinach / mango / cotija cheese / white onion / bacon / cilantro vinaigrette
Suzanna's Salad$25.00
mixed seasonal greens / avocado / mango / crispy quinoa strips / sautéed shrimp / ginger cilantro vinaigrette

Sopa

Sopa de Amor$18.00
Chef Olea's signature soup
Frijole Negro$15.00
silky black bean soup with bacon / jalapeño / white onion / epazote sour cream / crispy corn tortilla strips

Plato Fuerte

Barenjena$32.00
stuffed eggplant / zucchini / corn / tomato / gruyère cheese
Coyoacan$37.00
shrimp enchilada: creamy sauce of zucchini blossoms / asadero cheese
Popocatepetl$55.00
spicy black pepper crusted aged angus beef tenderloin / snow peas red cabbage / jasmine rice
Cholula$37.00
(Chef Olea's interpretation of Chile en Nogada) a tower of chile poblano / ground lamb, pork and beef / nuts / dried fruits / spices over a cold creamy walnut sauce / pomegranate seeds / balsamic jalapeño reduction
Atun$40.00
pan seared tuna / red cabbage / snow peas / mixed greens
Salmon$42.00
filet wrapped in filo dough / huitlacoche (corn truffle) / jasmine rice

What 3,273 people are saying

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4.8

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4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing. Great service. Loved meeting the chef !! Will go again
GL
GuyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best meals we have ever had. Stuffed quash blossom appetizer and roasted poblano corn soup with crab were amazing, unlike anything we have ever experienced.
BB
BonniB
Dallas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday dinner in Santa Fe needed to be special. Sazon was the perfect choice. Staff was great while each course was an adventure in new combinations that rated a 10 for flavor, Presentation, and taste. Will be back next trip.
SS
SariS
Orange County
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent
LS
LizaS
Denver
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always extraordinary! The food and service are at another level.
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rrldjd
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of the best restaurants in Santa Fe. The food was amazing, the service amazing, and the drinks amazing. Chef Olea is a gem.
B
Babs
New England
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service3ambience4
It was all good but not a great experience mostly because of service . Our main waitress was excellent but had to rely on others to keep up with water , our wine glasses being replenished and general attentiveness . I felt they were short staffed . The prices we felt were over the top . I had ordered a fillet and discovered two half inch peace’s of meat on top of one another it was without flavor. My brother ordered the tuna which was served with the incorrect Mole from which he had ordered - this was corrected half way thru his meal. My sister did enjoy her main course flavor wise but the presentation was not appealing at all. I shall not advise friends to go there. We had much better service and food at numerous roof top hotel bars
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's always a pleasure dining at Sazon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall2food4service3ambience3
The service was very slow. Our biggest concern was that we were charged $65 for Halibut. This was not communicated to us or listed on the menu. If we had known we would have chosen something else.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the most incredible dining experience my wife an I have had. Top to bottom just a fantastic experience.
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kdjhalstead
New Mexico
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
No additional comments
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NellFor
Houston
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waiters were very knowledgeable about the drinks and food they serve. Beautiful art work thru out. Their mole sauces were wonderful.
R
Robert
Las Vegas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible meal in every way
OT
OpenTable Diner
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved everything about Sazon
RH
RichardH
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a special dinner on a day trip to Santa Fe. The food was sublime and the service and atmosphere were to match. Chef Fernando Olea has created an culinary adventure into Mexican and Southwestern cuisine that is not to be missed.
R
Richard
Orange County
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is an outstanding restaurant that deserves all the laurels it has received. Probably one of our most memorable meals in the last decade. If in Santa Fe do not pass up this gem.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favorite Santa Fe restaurant! Best chef!!
SB
StevenB
New Mexico
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sazon is definitely one of the best restaurants in Santa Fe. The service is personal, friendly and very knowledgeable. Pricey but worth every penny. Menu is creative, wonderful and always hard to figure out which item to choose. .
CV
CeciliaV
New Mexico
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a gastronomic experience! We will definitely come back.
LO
LORRIO
New Mexico
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely evening from top to bottom. We will be back!
WL
WilliamL
Dallas
35 reviews
vip
3.0
35 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience3
We had so looked forward to taking our guests to Sazon, it was my favorite restaurant, our experience was disappointing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Visiting Santa Fe
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Soup was the best!!!!
KC
KCDiner67
Kansas City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing & the way the chef combined flavors was extraordinary! Service was outstanding & perfectly choreographed! Started our evening with a private tequila tasting that was such fun & educational
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant I ate at in Santa Fe
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walker
New York Area
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
In general the food is fabulous but this time everything tasted super salty. I had the shrimp enchiladas and the dish was simply too cheesy too salty too saucy. No place for the palate to rest.
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diner2022
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal, wonderful service! Sazon was everything we desired. Absolutely would return.
PP
PaulP
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Truly outstanding dining experience. Chef’s special soup and use of various flavors of mole made our meat and fish entrees very memorable. Service was most attentive…they even kept the water glasses full! Prices on the high side, but for food this great, it was well worth it. Advance reservations a must.
AE
AwesomeEvening
Austin
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time to dine at Sazon. It was truly a highlight for our Santa Fe trip! Everything was fabulous! We visit Santa Fe every year and will most definitely include Sazon on our list for future visits.
B
Beck
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the moment we walked in we were enchanted by the large paintings that adorn the walls, the vivid colors and the warm reception we received. We shared our courses so we could experience more dishes. Each dish from the squash blossom appetizer, the halibut with mole, the cholula and the ice cream for dessert were exception in creativity and taste. It is our favorite restaurant in Santa Fe (we live here) and there are many great restaurants. What a lovely evening!!
SG
SharonG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the whole experience very much. 1st class service, expertly presented.
CC
CarolC
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible dining experience surrounded by breathtaking art!
FG
FraserG
New Mexico
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you love mole, this is the place. Great squash blossom appetizer. And fabulous mescal drinks. Will return.
d
daisygirl
San Francisco
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional in all ways. Highly recommend.
GN
GailN
Hawaii
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Restaurant was decorated with stunning paintings. Tables were well spaced. Food was good to excellent with well orchestrated service.
CB
ChristopherB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptionally creative, original and exciting cuisine. The service and presentation was first class, our waiter passionate and knowledgeable of the food, and very genial and helpful. The space is beautiful, the ambiance relaxed and festive. Sazon would be the perfect place for any special celebration, or would make any ordinary day seem special. I mentioned that we were there for my wife's birthday, and everyone on hand acknowledged her and made the occasion so much more memorable.
s
srk241
Sacramento
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Really good experience. Will definitely return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply Amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chef Olea and his team provide a marvelous food experience.
PG
PauletteG
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Memorable meals. Soup of the day extraordinary. Service was great and a nice touch of the chef visiting the tables. Would highly recommend.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sazon is rated 4.8 stars by 3273 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

May 17, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

221 Shelby St Santa Fe, NM 87501

Additional information

Cross street
East Alameda Street & Water Street
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Hours of operation
Dinner
Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Latin American, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is self- parking only, but most of the parking near the restaurant is metered. The meters have certain times when they are monitored and when they are not, so please read signs carefully.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Fernando Olea
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.sazonsantafe.com/
Phone number
(505) 983-8604
Private party facilities
We offer customized menus, experienced servers, extraordinary food, and our very own Chef Fernando Olea’s culinary expertise and flair. There can be nothing more perfectly paired! We use organic and sustainable products whenever possible. Our menu celebrates the varied and complex flavors of classic dishes from Mexico City, Oaxaca, Michoacán and Puebla. Chef Olea brings these classic dishes to life with modern and New World techniques thereby imprinting his own distinct signature, or Sazón, into each and every dish. Menu items change with each season and can be customized to fit your needs. We also are happy to embellish the menu with entertainment, florals, linens, and unique décor. For more information: Tel: 505-983-8604 or email: fernando@sazonsantafe.com

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Sazon

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64 Albuquerque Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Sopa de Amor

Dulce Sinfonia

Chocolate Mexicana

Antojitos

Camaron-Tini$28.00

Xochimilco$18.00

Azteca$19.00

Ensaladas

De la Casa$15.00

Suzanna's Salad$25.00

Sopa

Sopa de Amor$18.00

Frijole Negro$15.00

Plato Fuerte

Barenjena$32.00

Coyoacan$37.00

Popocatepetl$55.00

Cholula$37.00

Atun$40.00

Salmon$42.00

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