Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Santa Fe / Mountains

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Joseph's Culinary Pub

4.9

4.9 (2417)

$31 to $50

Continental

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Chef Joseph Wrede is a Food & Wine Best New Chef, the winner of several AAA Four Diamond Awards, several DiRoNA Awards and has received both Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast distinctions. Joseph’s Culinary Pub is a creation of Chef Wrede and his creative and business partners. This is the third incarnation of Wrede’s original Joseph’s Table, conceived in Taos, New Mexico, not quite 20 years ago, for which he is well known and loved within the region and beyond. Joseph’s Culinary Pub is designed to be a platform for Chef Wrede’s unique and uncompromising vision on traditional and contemporary cuisine, both regional and international. Regarding the restaurant as a process much like theater, Wrede envisions the experience of dining in his restaurant as an interactive play between the pub and the public, with his sights aimed at rivaling high art.

Top review

Heidi

Dined 1 day ago

Always wonderful! Our favorite in Santa Fe for a cozy upscale dining experience.

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JoeChef's Rabbit Bolognese Lasagna

Zacatlan

4.8

4.8 (1270)

$31 to $50

Mexican / Southwestern

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

The name Zacatlán surged from the origins of our chef, Eduardo Rodriguez. He was born in Zacatecas, Mexico (north-central Mexico), which is defined as "the habitants of the land where grass grows". Zacatlán is the nahuatl translation for "land with an abundance of grass", and that is where our idea of Zacatlán Restaurant began.

Zacatlán Restaurant desires to continue to preserve the traditions for our upcoming generations, while bringing forth new flavors. These new flavors incorporate Southwestern and Mexican influences. We are established near the Santa fe Plaza, right off of Guadalupe Street. We want to unveil a new fusion of food for everyone in Santa Fe and those who visit.

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LisaVIP

Dined today

We had the most lovely dinner at Zacatlan. Our server was just the most gracious and hospitable man. The food, as always, was amazing (do not miss the cochinita pibil), but the feeling of warmth and hospitality is something missing from so many restaurants now, but not at Zacatlan. Highly recommend for both food and ambience.

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Popular dish

Duo of Poached Pear Salad

Popular dish

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Popular dish

Yellowtail Ceviche

Su Sushi at El Nido

4.8

4.8 (245)

$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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JenniferVIP

Dined today

Super fresh sushi - both creative rolls and excellent nigiri. One of the only places in Santa Fe to get top quality fresh sushi. Excellent service, nice wine and cocktail list in an elegant surrounding. The hotate is to die for. After living in California and NYC we are quite particular about sushi and Su gets our top marks.

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Experience

New Years Eve-Omakase

Cafe Grazie

4.7

4.7 (107)

$30 and under

Italian

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

We invite you to experience the quality and authenticity of our mouth-watering lunches, dinners and desserts, and we look forward to sharing our passion for the cuisine of the Bel Paese with you!

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JohnVIP

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Our favorite restaurant: great cuisine, outstanding service, and very reasonable prices.

Horno Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (187)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Food for the people! Come and enjoy fine food that is not fine dining. We are an upscale gastropub that features seasonal, creative cuisine from around the world. Craft beer, outstanding wines and New Mexico spirits based cocktails. Casual, fun and upbeat atmosphere. Beautiful al fresco dining to enjoy 2023 James Beard nominated chef David Sellers' culinary creations

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LeslieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always great food and service. Fried Chicken night is an A+++

TerraCotta Wine Bistro

4.6

4.6 (2412)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Terracotta Wine Bistro is a global infused food restaurant under new ownership, located in the historic district of downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico, in a charming 19th century adobe building near the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and the Downtown Plaza. Our unique Santa Fe restaurant features globally-inspired food, utilizing local and regional foods and wines. At Terracotta we pride ourselves on using high quality ingredients, in creative combinations that change seasonally. The ambiance is inviting, bohemian, informal, up-beat, and just plain fun- great for intimate or large gatherings.

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MarnaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Food was exceptionally good. New menu is creative with many new offerings.

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Popular dish

Salmon

El Nido

4.6

4.6 (2241)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

SIMPLE INGREDIENTS. HONEST COOKING. UNPARALLELED AMBIANCE. At El Nido we present exceptional ingredients from sources we know and trust. Our menu follows classic cooking with intelligent innovation. Wood-fired pizza, steaks and seafood cooked on the Argentine grill along with homemade pastas are the basis for our food. Our seasonal craft cocktails and Sommelier procured wine list compliment our diverse selections.
With many options we are sure you will find amazing ambiance in this historic building. You can enjoy the relaxed vibe of the Zozobra Bar or dine al fresco on our beautiful covered patio during the temperate Santa Fe summers. In the colder months you can keep warm and enjoy one of three fireplaces in our dining rooms, or dine at our Chef's Counter and view our open flame grilling. Something for everyone. We hope to see you soon, come relax and enjoy the best hospitality and ambiance in Tesuque!

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Kristin

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Wonderful, interesting food, veggie options, a great hamburger

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Popular dish

Caesar Salad

Experience

Christmas Eve at Historic El Nido 2024

Experience

New Years Eve at El Nido 2024

Pranzo Italian Grill

4.5

4.5 (742)

$30 and under

Italian

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Since 1987 Pranzo Italian Grill has been serving the community of Santa Fe, New Mexico and tourists from all over the world. Something that we want to give everyone is a fantastic family experience. We are a casual fine dining restaurant.
Our seafood is always fresh from Above Sea Level. Our mussels are from the pristine Atlantic waters off the coast of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island mussels are known for their jet-black shells and sweet flavor. Our halibut and salmon wild caught and sourced from Alaska.

We work with many local nonprofits such as Kitchen Angels, and the Santa Fe Animal Shelter. Chef Steven Lemon also Works with Big Brothers and Big Sisters.

We have beautiful private dining rooms and our bar area available for private parties. We invite you to come and visit us to enjoy those special moments with the people you love and care about! Thank you for all your years of patronage!

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Andee

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food and great service- darling place and seriously amazing food!

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Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

4.3

4.3 (444)

$30 and under

Italian

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Our menu features everyone’s favorite Italian dishes. The pasta is made in-house and all ingredients are carefully sourced. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just want to grab a quick bite to eat, Rustica will satisfy your senses on every level. Come enjoy one of our signature drinks for Happy Hour on our covered and heated patio.
We leave a select amount of tables available for walk-ins each evening.

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Carol

Dined 1 day ago

We sat in the bar area. The lady working the bar had to make drinks for the entire restaurant and serve the bar patrons as well as other tables. It was way too much for one person to handle on a busy lunch day. We didn't get a drink ordered and waited about 30 minutes or more to get our check. I do NOT blame the server. She had WAY too much to handle. The food was delicious and we will return. We just won't sit in the bar next time.

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4.0

4 (38)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Arroyo Seco

About the restaurant

Welcome to Saltos, located in the heart of Arroyo Seco, New Mexico. Our restaurant is uniquely housed within an expanded penitente church, blending historic charm with modern culinary innovation. We specialize in New Mexican inspired tapas, offering a delightful fusion of traditional flavors and contemporary flair. Enjoy our vibrant, spacious patio adorned with lush greenery, providing a serene and inviting dining experience. At Saltos, we celebrate community, heritage, and the joy of sharing exceptional food.

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Jolie

Dined on Sep 18, 2024

Had the steak frites with chimichurri- was prepared perfectly, tender and flavorful. Very generous serving of the frites- which is good because it's why we all get the steak frites, after all! Jimmy was playing so a good time was had by all!

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Experience

Live Music & Happy Hour 15% off ALL menu items 4-5

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