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Sassella's Bar - Sassella, Santa Fe, NM

Sassella

4.7
4.7
2310 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
The name “Sassella” comes from a hamlet of 60 residents known for its vineyards near where Chef Cristian Pontiggia grew up.

In addition to working at two Michelin Star restaurants in Europe, Lombardy native Chef Cristian Pontiggia has received several awards from La Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an international gastronomic society. The Italian government recognizes him as a Master Chef, and he holds a culinary degree that certifies him as a Doctor of Enogastronomy.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (505) 982-6734
  • Website
    https://sassellasantafe.com/home
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Cristian Pontiggia
  • Catering
    Please Contact:<br />Evan Schultz - General Manager <br />evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com<br /><br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Please Contact:Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com
  • Location
    225 Johnson St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Fe
  • Cross street
    North Guadalupe Street
  • Parking details
    Lot behind Sassella (marked spots ONLY) | Metered Parking on Griffin St, E Palace Ave, W San Francisco St | Parking Garage 216 W San Francisco | Sandoval St. Parking at Sassella is very limited. We encourage you to carpool or use rideshares.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Antipasti

  • Eggplant Parmigiana$28.00

    Eggplant in pastella, Italian bread crumbs, marinara, parmesan, mozzarella, walnut basil pesto

    • Composizione di Pere$31.00

      Sliced pear, Meredith Farms sheep and goat cheese, artichoke, encapsulated fruit, arugula, pistachios, aged balsamic

      • Crudo di Tonno$33.00

        yellowfin tuna, olives, cucumber, charred fennel, roasted bell pepper, citrus oil, tamari reduction, squid ink aioli

        • Smoked Meatballs$28.00

          cold smoked, black angus, berkshire pork, veal, san marzano marinara sauce

          • Affettati Misti$30.00

            Chef's board of prosciutto, speck, coppa, salame Toscano, salame Calabrese, prosciutto cotto, parmesan, fontina, and provolone

            • Small$30.00
            • Large$45.00

          • Caesar a Modo Mio$23.00

            Romaine, parmesan crisp, focaccia crostini, white anchovies, capers, tonnato dressing

            • Burrata Caprese$28.00

              heirloom tomato, house made burrata, fresh peach, fig balsamic reduction, pickled onion, volcanic salt, fresh basil, arugula, extra virgin olive oil

              • Insalada di Granchio$25.00

                mixed greens, citrus vinaigrette, lump crab, roasted garlic, castelvetrano olives, fresh cucumber, bull's heart tomato emulsion, croutons, mint

                Primi

                • Rigatoni Bolognese$34.00

                  rigatoni pasta, red wine, tomato sauce, vegetable mirepoix, garlic, ground buffalo, parmesan

                  • Ravioli$34.00

                    Portobello and ricotta ravioli, porcini cream sauce, dried blueberries, wild arugula, parmesan

                    • Lobster Risotto$40.00

                      Carnaroli rice, Maine lobster, asparagus, pistachio arugula pesto, fontina, parmesan

                      • Carbonara di Funghi$38.00

                        tagliatelle, mushroom, guanciale, 63 degree sous vide organic egg, black pepper, parmesan foam, white truffle oil

                        • Spaghetti Meatballs$34.00

                          spaghetti, berkshire pork & wagyu meatballs, san marzano tomato marinara, parmesan, fresh basil

                          Secondi

                          • La Quaglia$45.00

                            sous vide quail finished en pastella, stuffed with sassella's own sausage, orange vellutata, prosciutto wrapped asparagus, orange supreme, Italian breaded lion's mane mushroom

                            • 1 Quail$45.00
                            • 2 Quail$60.00

                          • Il Pesce$50.00

                            seared mediterranean branzino, castelvetrano puttanesca sauce, capellini alla sorrentina

                            • Il Cinghiale$48.00

                              blackened wild boar tenderloin, brandy green peppercorn sauce, black garlic and licorice mashed potato, roasted brussels sprouts

                              • Agnello al Tartufo$50.00

                                Colorado lamb loin, black truffle demi glace, shaved winter truffle, potato pavé

                                Last updated: December 31, 2024

                                What 2,310 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
                                • 4.8Food
                                • 4.7Service
                                • 4.6Ambience
                                • 4.3Value

                                Noise • Moderate

                                Loved For

                                • New Mexico

                                  Best Overall

                                • New Mexico

                                  Best Food

                                • New Mexico

                                  Italian

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Best Overall

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Best Food

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Best Ambiance

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Great for fine wines

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                • Santa Fe / Mountains

                                  Romantic

                                Review summary

                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                Sassella offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food" and "excellent service." The restaurant is praised for its "divine" Italian cuisine, including standout dishes like lobster risotto and sea bass. The "elegant and inviting" atmosphere makes it perfect for special occasions. Despite occasional service hiccups, it's highly recommended for a memorable meal.

                                2,310 Reviews

                                1. Manfred

                                  VIP

                                  New Mexico

                                  16 reviews

                                  1.0

                                  16 reviews

                                  Dined on January 12, 2025

                                  1. Overall 1
                                  2. Food 1
                                  3. Service 1
                                  4. Ambience 1
                                  This is a very sad story: We had made a reservation days ahead (and upon request Reconfirmed the day before). When we got here on the 11th, the building was dark and the parking lot was empty. Phone calls to the restaurant were answered with a message that the voice mailbox was full. Back at home, once our anger had subsided a touch, we did some research and learned that the restaurant had been closed in December indefinitely (as per the venues web page). We had been there once before and loved the food, and were disappointed with the time it took between placing an order and the food being served. So much for giving second chances.

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                                2. Samantha

                                  VIP

                                  Indiana

                                  2 reviews

                                  1.0

                                  2 reviews

                                  Dined on January 12, 2025

                                  1. Overall 1
                                  2. Food 1
                                  3. Service 1
                                  4. Ambience 1
                                  The restaurant was not even open. If I canceled on OpenTable, I would’ve been charged $100 a person. I tried calling the restaurant for days and left voicemail before their mailbox was full.  Very disappointing.

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                                3. Michael

                                  Denver

                                  2 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  2 reviews

                                  Dined on December 13, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  An excellent dining experience. Well trained, knowledgeable wait staff. Food prep and presentation outstanding, and a fine dining atmosphere. Will definitely return.

                                  1 person found this helpful

                                4. Gail

                                  VIP

                                  Washington DC

                                  9 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  9 reviews

                                  Dined on December 12, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Excellent food and service. Nice atmosphere. We look forward to returning!

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                                5. paintslinger

                                  VIP

                                  New Mexico

                                  24 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  24 reviews

                                  Dined on December 12, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Sasella staff members are always on point - well trained and love the food they serve. A great team dedicated to great service!

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                                6. Frank

                                  New Mexico

                                  18 reviews

                                  4.0

                                  18 reviews

                                  Dined on December 12, 2024

                                  1. Overall 4
                                  2. Food 4
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Service was excellent, food also excellent, bartender very informative and friendly. Only downsides, slight sewer gas smell near restrooms. And espresso has a perfume fragrance and taste to it. Very odd, I'm Italian so I know about these things. Waiter investigated and couldn't find any reason for the taste and smell he also experienced.

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                                7. Robert

                                  VIP

                                  New Mexico

                                  11 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  11 reviews

                                  Dined on December 8, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Food and service was excellent as always. One of our favorite dining places in Santa Fe

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                                8. Larry

                                  Durango

                                  4 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  4 reviews

                                  Dined on December 6, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Absolutely perfect! Ambiance, food and service - all top shelf!

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                                9. Celine

                                  VIP

                                  Naples

                                  28 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  28 reviews

                                  Dined on December 2, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Lovely restaurant, food and service were outstanding!

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                                10. WH

                                  VIP

                                  New Orleans

                                  50 reviews

                                  4.0

                                  50 reviews

                                  Dined on November 30, 2024

                                  1. Overall 4
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 3
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Sat in the bar for drinks and appetizers. Were there early evening and staff was still doing bar inventory as if we weren't there -- which detracted from the experience. Shared a lovely salad and to appetizers, along with very tasty cocktails -- selected from a remarkable gin selection. We will return.

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                                FAQs

                                Sassella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 982-6734.

                                Sassella is rated 4.7 stars by 2310 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

                                Order delivery or takeout

                                Google Map for Sassella

                                225 Johnson St, Santa Fe, NM 87501

                                Additional information

                                • Cross street
                                  North Guadalupe Street
                                • Neighborhood
                                  Santa Fe
                                • Hours of operation
                                  Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
                                • Price
                                  $31 to $50
                                • Cuisines
                                  Italian
                                • Dining style
                                  Fine Dining
                                • Dress code
                                  Business Casual
                                • Parking details
                                  Lot behind Sassella (marked spots ONLY) | Metered Parking on Griffin St, E Palace Ave, W San Francisco St | Parking Garage 216 W San Francisco | Sandoval St. Parking at Sassella is very limited. We encourage you to carpool or use rideshares.
                                • Payment options
                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                • Executive chef
                                  Chef Cristian Pontiggia
                                • Additional
                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                • Website
                                  https://sassellasantafe.com/home
                                • Phone number
                                  (505) 982-6734
                                • Catering
                                  Please Contact:<br />Evan Schultz - General Manager <br />evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com<br /><br /><br />
                                • Private party facilities
                                  Please Contact:Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com
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