Coyote Cafe

4.6

7224 Reviews

$30 and under

Southwest British

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Great for creative cocktails

Coyote Cafe & Cantina continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant & rooftop bar. Coyote Cafe continues to be Santa Fe's most iconic restaurant, celebrating our 30th year!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southwest British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 983-1615
Website
https://www.coyotecafe.com/?y_source=1_MzI3NjAxMTUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
COYOTE CAFE , ROOFTOP CANTINA & COYOTE DEN are the perfect places to host your private event! Various menu and bar packages are available.

Location
132 W Water St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Cross street
Galisteo & Don Gaspar, corner of Ortiz
Parking details
There are public lots available one block east (at Shelby street, past the restaurant)) and one block west (between Sandoval and Galisteo Streets) of Coyote Cafe on West Water Street (before the restaurant - often requires you to enter on San Francisco Street, parallel to to Water Street). Meters are free after 6 p.m.
Public transit
Santa Fe busses make periodic stops nearby. Most hotels run shuttles - check with your concierge.
Entertainment
None currently
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

CHRISTMAS EVE
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 24, 2024 only
We are excited to offer a special three course pre fixed Christmas eve dinner to you and your loved ones. There will be several appetizers, entrees and deserts to choose from. Once you book through Open Table the experience for food, tax and gratuity are taken care of so the only bill that will be presented to you after your meal is the beverages you choose to enjoy. We look forward to continuing this Christmas Tradition at Coyote Café. This experience is non refundable. We ask you respect the experience is for 90 minutes for two guests and 120 minutes for guests to three of more.
CHRISTMAS DAY
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 25, 2024 only
We are excited to offer a special three course pre fixed Christmas dinner to you and your loved ones. There will be several appetizers, entrees and deserts to choose from. Once you book through Open Table the experience for food, tax and gratuity are taken care of so the only bill that will be presented to you after your meal is the beverages you choose to enjoy. We look forward to continuing this Christmas Tradition at Coyote Café. We ask you respect the experience is for 90 minutes for two guests and 120 minutes for guests to three of more.
NEW YEARS EVE MENU 2024
$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Coyote Cafe is excited to offer a Five course NEW YEARS EVE tasting Menu The first course will be Taittinger Champagne Paired with Diver Scallop Aguachile Followed By a Persimmon & Pomegranate Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette Your Midcourse will be Buccatini Pasta & Wild Mushroom (supplement shaved Italian Truffle) Main Course of Prime Rib or Poached Maine Lobster To Finish, Chocolate Mirror Tuxedo Cake with Hazelnut Ice Cream We will be offering a 5pm a 7:00pm and a 9:00pm seating. PLEASE RESPECT THE EXPERIENCE is for a TWO HOUR PERIOD. Once you book through Open Table the experience for food, tax and gratuity are taken care of, the only bill that will be presented to you after your meal is the beverages you choose to enjoy.

Popular dishes

CEVICHE$20.00
Kampachi | Grapefruit | Orange Honey | Pollen | Mint | Dashi Crisp
KABOCHA SQUASH SOUP$16.00
Pepitas | Pinon | Allspice | Chimayo Chile
MARKET GREENS$16.00
Peppered Bacon | Bayley Hazen Blue Yogurt Dressing | Beets | Radish
BEETS & BURRATA$16.00
Picked Fennel | Beet Gel | Fennel Pollen
MUSSELS POSOLE$22.00
Hominy | Tomatoes | Chipotle | Cilantro | White Wine | Baguette
CHILE MORITA MEXICAN WHITE PRAWNS$22.00
Crispy Grit Cake | Green Chile Aioli | Citrus Salad
BERKSHIRE PORK BELLY TACOS$18.00
Heirloom Tortilla | Fresno Mayonnaise | Truffle-Balsamic Reduction | Jalapeno | Pickled Onions | Cilantro
BROKEN ARROW QUAIL$18.00
Blue Corn | Sage | Cherry | Southwest Five Spice
NEW MEXICO BISON CARPACCIO
Pinon | Rosemary | Juniper | Peach | Red Chile | Cotija

Main

BAJA SEABASS$40.00
Fennel | Orange | Anson Mills Rice | Kabocha Squash | Mole Verde
SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS$50.00
Mascarpone Arborio Rice | Market Vegetables | Calabrian Chile | Passionfruit Butter Sauce
GRILLED MAINE LOBSTER TAILS$48.00
Sweet Vietnamese Chili | House Made Guajillo Pappardelle
ELOTE RAVIOLI$32.00
Cotija | Lime Zest | Chimayo Chile | Corn Brodo
TELLICHERRY PEPPERED ELK TENDERLOIN$48.00
Whipped Amarosa Potatoes | Potato Crisp | Smoked Bacon | Mushrooms | Snap Peas
BERKSHIRE PORK TOMAHAWK$44.00
Achiote | Frijoles Charros | Braised Greens | Picketed Onion
SEARED FILET MIGNON$60.00
Black Truffle Pommes Purée | Cassis Demi | Duck Fat Pifion Toffee

For the Table

$14

BACON & GREEN CHILE MAC & CHEESE
FARMER'S MARKET VEGETABLES
CRISPY FINGERLINGS

KITCHEN APPRECIATION

We have implemented a $4 per TABLE kitchen appreciation charge. This is a direct gratuity from your table to our kitchen. If you are uncomfortable leaving the kitchen a gratuity, it will be removed immediately.

What 7,224 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
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Hot spot
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Service
Santa Fe / Mountains
Innovative
Santa Fe / Mountains
Hot spot
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for fine wines
Santa Fe / Mountains
Lively
Santa Fe / Mountains
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Coyote Cafe in Santa Fe is a "favorite place" for many, offering "great food and service" in a "lively venue." Diners praise the "excellent" elk tenderloin and "amazing" cocktails. The staff, including standout servers like Carlos, deliver "attentive and knowledgeable" service, making every visit memorable.

7,224 Reviews

J
Jack
VIP
Central Coast
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I remember the food being much more substantive and not so minimalist. ( I began eating here when Mark Miller opened it.) It is still a wonderful venue and no longer a hearty meal.
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MIRANDA
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. The servers were all very kind, helpful, and accommodating. I would 100% recommend this restaurant. It’s better than Nobu
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Donna
New Mexico
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Paris was a great server and a very good representative of Coyote Cafe. We were disappointed that the duck came with just a few mushrooms. For $40. You would expect a veggie of some kind or a potato. Prices are high for drinks and wine.
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Mellisa
VIP
Dallas
18 reviews
2.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and drinks were just great. But there was not one item we ordered that I would get again. The stuffed quail was mushy. The Burrata had too many weird flavors going on with it. Pork belly tacos were decent, but nothing to write home about. The elk and other cut of beef that we ordered were both decent but severely undercooked. Staff was wonderful as was the manager. kitchen needs work
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Michael
New Mexico
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quail undercooked, stuffing undercooked near breast. Elk Tenderloin was exceptional.
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Leticia
VIP
Chicago
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice place. Good food. It is an upscale experience de $$ did not correspond to the one disclosed in Open Table it is a $$$$ instead of $$.
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Arriane
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was awesome! Everything we had was stellar—sea bass, mussels , elk tenderloin, and Caesar salad. Highly recommend!
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Jody
New Mexico
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful night out. The Elk was excellent as was the Duck, caesar salad, and the carpaccio. Service was excellent as well. We have so many great restaurants in Santa Fe and this is one of the best!
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Monica
Phoenix
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service, corn bread breadsticks are divine, and with kampachi was delicious. However, my husband and I ordered the lobster and scallops and were quite disappointed. We have come before and had a great meal but was disappointed this time
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Richard
New Mexico
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, food and atmosphere were wonderful for a special occasion.
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FAQs

Coyote Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 7224 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

132 W Water St, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Additional information

Cross street
Galisteo & Don Gaspar, corner of Ortiz
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southwest British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There are public lots available one block east (at Shelby street, past the restaurant)) and one block west (between Sandoval and Galisteo Streets) of Coyote Cafe on West Water Street (before the restaurant - often requires you to enter on San Francisco Street, parallel to to Water Street). Meters are free after 6 p.m.
Public transit
Santa Fe busses make periodic stops nearby. Most hotels run shuttles - check with your concierge.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
None currently
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.coyotecafe.com/?y_source=1_MzI3NjAxMTUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(505) 983-1615
Private party facilities
COYOTE CAFE , ROOFTOP CANTINA & COYOTE DEN are the perfect places to host your private event! Various menu and bar packages are available.

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Coyote Cafe

Make a reservation

Additional information

64 Albuquerque Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

CHRISTMAS EVE

CHRISTMAS DAY

NEW YEARS EVE MENU 2024

Seared Diver Scallops

Mussels Posole

Maine Lobster Tails

To Begin

CEVICHE$20.00

KABOCHA SQUASH SOUP$16.00

MARKET GREENS$16.00

BEETS & BURRATA$16.00

MUSSELS POSOLE$22.00

CHILE MORITA MEXICAN WHITE PRAWNS$22.00

BERKSHIRE PORK BELLY TACOS$18.00

BROKEN ARROW QUAIL$18.00

NEW MEXICO BISON CARPACCIO

Main

BAJA SEABASS$40.00

SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS$50.00

GRILLED MAINE LOBSTER TAILS$48.00

ELOTE RAVIOLI$32.00

TELLICHERRY PEPPERED ELK TENDERLOIN$48.00

BERKSHIRE PORK TOMAHAWK$44.00

SEARED FILET MIGNON$60.00

For the Table

BACON & GREEN CHILE MAC & CHEESE

FARMER'S MARKET VEGETABLES

CRISPY FINGERLINGS

KITCHEN APPRECIATION

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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