Zacatlan

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   Charles

   Austin

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Absolutely fabulous food. Everything was original, and impeccably prepared we will be back!
   

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   James

   New Mexico

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent food, a balance between inventive and traditional
   

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   Parmie

   New York City

   15 reviews

   2.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   I had a 6 o’clock reservation. I arrived on time. I needed to be at the Lensic, which is a five minute walk at 7:30. There was only one other table when I got there. They were already eating. I ordered a drink and an appetizer which came, timely. The appetizer was the special of the night squash blossoms stuffed with goat cheese served over a curry sauce with crawfish. Really delicious. But my entrée just never came. Finally it’s 10 after seven. I asked the waitress what was going on. She didn’t admit it, but I know she just forgot to put it in. She was sort of flaky, and I think maybe possibly had taken an edible, because I heard her, tell people about a cocktail with tequila when they asked her what she had that wasn’t alcoholic. When my dish finally came, I got the whole snapper off the menu, the fish was dry and bland. The risotto was good, but after waiting over an hour, I would’ve thought at least they would’ve served me a good entrée. Really wanted to like this place and the appetizer was delicious. And the interior is adorable. But the fact that I had to remind her that my entrée never arrived when people came in after me eight and left was really untenable. And the fact that no one there who was supervising even came over to talk to me about it was also not acceptable.
   

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   Sally

   Chicago

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on December 2, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I love Zacatlan. Great food, service and vibe. Our waitress was excellent. I'll be back!
   

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   Gary

   New Mexico

   28 reviews

   5.0

   28 reviews

   Dined on December 1, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Unique, very tasty and well prepared dinner. Squash blossom appetizer was well done and uniquely included crawdads. We enjoyed short ribs (with unusual addition of rosemary and feta mashed potatoes) and cochinita pibil with the tender pork falling off the shank bone. Portions were large (will get another meal from the leftovers). Mezcal cocktails served traditionally in bowls with explanation from our friendly server was another nice touch to the meal.
   

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   Pamela

   Austin

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 1, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Started good then food changed when I ordered another appetizer. Almost like the were low on the items needed
   

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   Melanie

   Greater Boston

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on November 30, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Incredibly creative and delicious food. Our meal was a wonderful blend of classic flavors mixed with new and fresh concepts. My one criticism is that it would have been nice to have more vegetarian entree options - we were a bit limited in our choices because of that.
   

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   Deborah

   New York City

   7 reviews

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   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on November 29, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What an unexpected and delightful surprise! Very charming and cozy ambiance. We had the Zacatlan and Salmon entrees and both were delicious! It's been a long while since I've had real fresh eggs with that unique rich taste. The last time was almost 40 years ago in China! I thought I would never experience that same truly fresh farm egg taste again until I tasted it again at Zacatlan! Loved the Guava margarita and flan as well, Service was excellent and prices reasonable! Thought the paintings on the wall were very interesting as well. Highly recommend.
   

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   Florence

   New Mexico

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 28, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This warm and relaxed little gem is clearly a labor of love centered around their passionate Chef and the impeccable team he has built. Genuinely welcoming and gracious, fine dining protocols without the stuffiness. This lovely team gave us a wonderful experience from start to finish and we are still talking about the food today. Our side room seating felt comfortable and festive with it's deep yellow walls, folk art chairs and thoughtful touches. The staff at Zacatlan are a lovely unified, professional and skilled team. They bring that rare cohesiveness that creates a specific atmosphere and energy that makes you want to come back. Our service was flawless and I'm always extra grateful to the people who work on holidays. Food is lovingly creative without being precious or contrived and executed with precision. We literally enjoyed every bite and are looking forward to supporting this local business treasure. As in, "Like Water for Chocolate," Chef Eduardo Rodriguez's food is the perfect example of good energy in the kitchen. Our beautiful Thanksgiving menu made every course a fabulous, torturously fun dilemma to make a choice and every choice delivered. I have no 'if onlies' to add. A completely wonderful experience. Go there soon and support our gifted Santa Fe restaurant culture.
   

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    Christina

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    The meal was outstanding- one of the best we’ve had in a long time. Every dish was so unique and full of flavor. Superb restaurant!!
    

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