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1. Santacafe
4.7
Exceptional(5305)
$$$$
• American • Santa Fe
Booked 46 times today
Old~world elegance meets contemporary cuisine in a venue that boasts one of the best outdoor dining experiences in Santa Fe. Nestled in the charm and elegance of one of Santa Fe's most beloved historical homes, Santacafé has been a restaurant icon for over 40 years. It was bought in 2019 by Santa Fe restauranteur Quinn Stephenson - the driving force behind another Santa Fe legend, Coyote Café. Boasting one of the best outdoor patio dining experiences the City Different has to offer, Santacafé combines the traditions of modern American cooking with exquisitely locally sourced ingredients.
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2. Geronimo
4.9
Exceptional(14679)
$$$$
• Fusion / Eclectic • Santa Fe
Booked 54 times today
Geronimo has established a reputation as THE place to dine in Santa Fe. Tradition and innovation merge at this Canyon Road legend, where simplicity and understatement reign. New Mexico's only Mobil 4 star and AAA 4 Diamond rated restaurant. Winner of TripAdvisor's Top 10 Restaurants in the United States.
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3. Cafe Pasqual's
4.7
Exceptional(569)
$$$$
• Southwest • Santa Fe
Booked 53 times today
Cafe Pasqual's serves global offerings from old Mexico, Mediterranea and wherever else our compass points. Seasonally inspired organic product, consciously sourced, a wide-ranging menu includes ingredients of the finest quality. All our cuisine is made in-house. We bake, we churn, we saute, we grill. We are delighted to accommodate dietary modifications. Vegan and GF friendly. We offer a full selection of spirits, biodynamic wine and locally brewed beer. Please join our friendly staff in our art -filled, historic, corner adobe building one block southwest of the downtown plaza.
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4. Coyote Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(8370)
$$$$
• Southwest • Santa Fe
Booked 34 times today
Coyote Cafe & Cantina continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant.Opened in 1987 by celebrity chef Mark Miller, the restaurant continues to celebrate modern southwestern cuisine. Please note reservations are for the Coyote Cafe only. The Rooftop Cantina is walk-in only.
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5. Paloma
4.8
Exceptional(244)
$$$$
• Contemporary Mexican • Santa Fe
Booked 29 times today
Paloma is a vibrant Mexican-inspired restaurant and bar. We offer a menu of lively, modern dishes for dinner! Some are authentic recipes and some are fresh interpretations of Mexican cuisine. Everything in our kitchen is made from scratch, including the masa for our tacos, tlayudas, and sopes. All of the ingredients we use are carefully sourced, seasonal, and local whenever possible. Paloma’s bar is mezcal-focused with a festive selection of agave based cocktails as well as classic cocktails, beer, and wine. We offer mezcal and tequila flights at fair prices. We love to talk about mezcal and tequila! Come taste with us! We will welcome you with the warmth and kindness we recall so fondly from Mexico. Please check out our delicious and fresh nightly specials!
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6. La Boca - Santa Fe
4.6
Exceptional(6159)
$$$$
• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Fe
Booked 48 times today
Opened in 2006 by 8 time James Beard Award Nominee, Chef James Campbell Caruso.La Boca has the feel of a lively European wine bar, featuring an extensive selection of carefully chosen Spanish wines and Sherries. Chef Caruso's Modern Spanish Cuisine is inspired by the exuberance of Spanish cooking combined with fresh, local ingredients. La Boca has been  called "the most influential restaurant in Santa Fe" by the Pasatiempo Magazine and the New York Times describes the menu as "modern re-inventions of classic Spanish cuisine" Knowledgeable and animated staff graciously guide guests to the perfect wine to complement their meals. La Boca also prides itself on being an ambassador of Spanish sherry culture, transporting its guests to Jerez in the crisp cool flavors of Fino, or the deep fig-essence of a Pedro Ximenez.Join us every Thursday and Friday night for live music on the Taberna main stage!
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7. Sazon
4.6
Exceptional(6369)
$$$$
• Latin American • Santa Fe
Booked 45 times today
Originally from Mexico City, Chef Fernando Olea, formerly Chef of Epazote, has been enthralling diners in Santa Fe since 1991. Chef Olea creates sophisticated flavors using Old Mexico’s indigenous and culinary traditions alongside ingredients from around the world. His menu is deliberately small, featuring fresh and locally sourced produce and meats when possible.Nothing evokes the mystery of Mexican cuisine more than mole, a sauce of complex flavors that usually includes toasted and ground spices, seeds, nuts, chocolate and chile. Many mole recipes contain more than thirty ingredients and some recipes have five varieties of chile alone. Chef Olea is delighted to share his moles that include his "New Mexican Mole" that he created to commemorate Santa Fe’s 400 year anniversary in 2009. Awarded the prestigious AAA 4 Diamond Award and ranked fourth in the country for fine dining by Trip Advisor, Chef Olea is honored to have won the 2022 james Beard Award, Best Chef: Southwest.
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8. La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza
4.7
Exceptional(4213)
$$$$
• Southwest • Santa Fe
Booked 39 times today
Welcome to La Plazuela, where the spirit of Santa Fe gathers around the table. Originally La Fonda’s 1920s patio, La Plazuela remains a beloved place for guests, locals, and friends. Its Old World character shines through iconic skylights, carved furnishings, artisanal lighting, and hand-painted windows.Our menu celebrates New Mexico’s flavors with authentic regional cuisine, familiar favorites, and contemporary New World influences. Join us for a relaxed meal, special celebration, or a true taste of Santa Fe. Make yourself at home.To provide warm, attentive service, dinner tables are reserved for a suggested period based on party size.ReservationsBreakfast and lunch are first-come, first-served.Dinner tables are reserved for a suggested period:1–2 guests: 1 hour 45 minutes3–5 guests: 2 hours6–8 guests: 2 hours 15 minutes9–12 guests: 2 hours 30 minutesParties of 9–12 may reserve at 5:00 PM, 7:30 PM, or 8:00 PM. For parties over 12, call (505) 995-2334.
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9. Joseph's Culinary Pub
4.8
Exceptional(3082)
$$$$
• Continental • Santa Fe
Booked 24 times today
Chef Joseph Wrede is a Food & Wine Best New Chef, the winner of several AAA Four Diamond Awards, several DiRoNA Awards and has received both Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast distinctions. Most recently awarded a Michelin Guide RecommendationJoseph’s Culinary Pub is a creation of Chef Wrede and his business partner Starr Bowers. This is the third incarnation of Wrede’s original Joseph’s Table, conceived in Taos, New Mexico, not quite 20 years ago, for which he is well known and loved within the region and beyond. Joseph’s Culinary Pub is designed to be a platform for Chef Wrede’s unique and uncompromising vision on traditional and contemporary cuisine, both regional and international. Regarding the restaurant as a process much like theater, Wrede envisions the experience of dining in his restaurant as an interactive play between the pub and the public, with his sights aimed at rivaling high art.
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10. Escondido
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4.6
Exceptional(183)
$$$$
• Mexican • Santa Fe
Booked 26 times today
Escondido is a vibrant Mexican restaurant in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and the debut restaurant from Chef Fernando Ruiz, three-time Food Network Champion of Beat Bobby Flay, Chopped, and Guy’s Grocery Games. Inspired by the Coastal, Central, and Northern regions of Mexico, the menu features fresh ceviches, fish tacos, oyster montaditos, calamari, wagyu picanha, locally sourced Chama Valley short ribs, and Chef Ruiz’s signature Chiles en Nogada, the dish he used to defeat Bobby Flay.Located in Midtown Santa Fe near Meow Wolf and minutes from the Santa Fe Plaza, Escondido offers lunch, dinner, vegetarian options, weekend brunch, craft cocktails, and rooftop patio dining in a colorful, welcoming atmosphere.Beyond the kitchen, Chef Ruiz is committed to the New Mexico community through his work with the EINNM Culinary Reentry Program, helping create meaningful opportunities, mentorship, and pathways forward through culinary training, food, and hospitality.

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  • gordie
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our meal at Pasqual's was lovely! The service, starting with the hostess right on through the wait staff was pretty much perfect- attentive and warm without being intrusive or obsequious. The food was wonderful- we shared a buratta and arugula salad to start that was delicious and generous; we each ordered a different version of Ribeye, both prepared perfectly. For dessert we shared a housemade pine nut icecream, also delicious. It was a great meal in a very cool little restaurant, we'll certainly eat here next time we're in Santa Fe!
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    Cafe Pasqual's$$$$• Southwest• Santa Fe
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    4.7
  • MattGold
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Mario (our waiter) was awesome, great evening!! A stop for us every time in Santa Fe - add it to your list.
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    Paloma$$$$• Contemporary Mexican• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • MicheleGold
    New Mexico •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We were 4-3 who ate meat and fish and one vegan. Chef prepared all meals with great flavor and presentation. The vegan meal was off the charts and so very appreciated. The wait staff are amazing-so caring. One of top restaurants in town for fine dining-and for the vegan, the top.
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    Coyote Cafe$$$$• Southwest• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • Deborah
    Chicago / Illinois •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    One of the best meals I've had in a long time. The sea bass was fantastic. We had a great experience. Wonderful service. Love the fact that they have an extensive choice of 1/2 bottles of wine. Fantastic ambiance. The whole evening could not have been better.
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    Santacafe$$$$• American• Santa Fe
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    4.7
  • BrianGold
    Santa Fe / Albuquerque •199 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Simply the best restaurant here! A wonderful place where you can count on having a fabulous meal
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    Geronimo$$$$• Fusion / Eclectic• Santa Fe
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    4.9

Discover best restaurants near Candelero Park

Candelero Park serves as a vibrant oasis in the heart of the community, inviting visitors to enjoy nature and outdoor recreation. Where to Eat Near Candelero Park? The dining scene surrounding Candelero Park is diverse and inviting, perfect for any palate. Indulge in casual dining experiences with flavorful Southwestern cuisine, or savor sophisticated Latin American dishes crafted from local ingredients. The options range from American fare featuring seasonal ingredients to elegant fine dining showcasing rich mole sauces and handmade pastas. Whether you’re looking for a lively atmosphere or a relaxing outdoor setting, you'll find an array of eateries nearby. Enjoy a delightful dining experience that perfectly complements your visit to Candelero Park.

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