Santa Fe Restaurants

Eating out is a major pastime in Santa Fe and it's well worth coming here with a mind to join in on the fun. Restaurants with high-profile chefs stand beside low-key joints, many offering unique and intriguing variations on regional and international cuisine. You'll find restaurants full of locals and tourists alike all over the Downtown and surrounding areas. Although Santa Fe does have some high-end restaurants where dinner for two can exceed $200, the city also has plenty of reasonably priced dining options.

Waits for tables are very common during the busy summer season, so it's a good idea to call ahead even when reservations aren't accepted, if only to get a sense of the waiting time. Reservations for dinner at the better restaurants are a must in summer and on weekends the rest of the year.

So-called Santa Fe–style cuisine has so many influences that the term has become virtually meaningless, especially with many of the city’s top eateries embracing a more international approach to cuisine, albeit all the while sourcing more and more from local farms and ranches. At many top spots in town, you’ll detect Latin American, Mediterranean, and East Asian influences. Yet plenty of traditional, old-style Santa Fe restaurants still serve authentic New Mexican fare, which combines both Native American and Hispanic traditions and is quite different from Americanized as well as regional Mexican cooking.

Santa Fe's culinary reputation continues to grow not just in terms of restaurants but also in businesses that produce or sell specialty foods and beverages, from fine chocolates and local honeys and jams to increasingly acclaimed New Mexico wines, beers, and spirits. Don't miss Santa Fe Farmers' Market, one of the best in the Southwest.

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  • 1. Sage Bakehouse

    $ | Railyard District

    This artisanal bakery produces some of the best bread you'll ever taste along with delectable pastries, panini, tartines, quiches, soups, and salads. While many items are made to grab n' go, taking the time to enjoy a fresh-made meal in the small café is a nice break from a busy day.

    535 Cerrillos Rd., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-820–7243

    Known For

    • Artisanal bread and baked goods
    • Seasonal soups, panini, and tartines
    • Charming ambience

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner
  • 2. The Shed

    $ | The Plaza

    Expect to wait in line at this downtown eatery that's been family operated since 1953, serving flavorful New Mexican food and popular margaritas. Even if you're a devoted green chile fan, definitely try the locally grown red chile the place is famous for; it is rich and earthy, with a bit of spice. Other specialties include red chile enchiladas, green chile stew with potatoes and pork, and charbroiled Shedburgers. The large selection of soups and salads will appeal to all visitors, and be sure to save room for their famous mocha cake. The rambling, low-doored, and atmospheric adobe dating from 1692 is decorated with folk art, and they have kept prices remarkably fair considering the iconic location. 

    113½ E. Palace Ave., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-982–9030

    Known For

    • Red-chile enchiladas and posole
    • Mocha cake
    • Historic adobe setting dating from 1692

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 3. Tia Sophia's

    $ | The Plaza

    This family-run downtown joint has been in operation since 1974, serving some of the area's best New Mexican breakfasts and lunches. Order anything and expect a true taste of local tradition, including perfectly flaky, light sopaipilla; Tia's delicious burritos stuffed with homemade chorizo disappear fast on Saturday so get there early. Mammoth chile-smothered breakfast burritos will hold you over for hours on the powdery ski slopes during winter. Be aware that the red and green chiles are spicy and you're expected to understand this elemental fact of local cuisine.

    210 W. San Francisco St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-983–9880

    Known For

    • Huge breakfast burritos
    • Popularity with locals
    • Traditional New Mexican cuisine, down to the fiery chiles

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 4. Whoo's Donuts

    $ | Railyard District

    With a near-fanatical following for its traditional and creative doughnuts, Whoo's offers mouth-watering flavors that incorporate outside-of-the-box combinations and local flare. For those preferring savory over sweet, try the delicious handheld breakfast burritos. A selection of organic coffee and tea is also available.

    851 Cerrillos Rd., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505, USA
    505-629–1678

    Known For

    • Green chile apple fritters
    • Blue corn blueberry doughnuts with lavender icing
    • Organic coffee and tea

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 5. Atrisco Café & Bar

    $ | The Plaza

    Run by the family behind Tia Sophia's and Tomasita's, this casual New Mexican restaurant is where locals go to avoid the crowds at other Downtown eateries. Located inside DeVargas shopping center (just five minutes north of the Plaza), Atrisco offers authentic dishes the way Santa Feans like them—smothered in red or green chile (or both, referred to as "Christmas" style). The stuffed sopaipillas are highly recommended, and the meat loaf with jalapeño mashed potatoes will please the "meat-and-tater" crowd looking for hearty fare at slightly less than Plaza-adjacent prices.

    193 Paseo de Peralta, Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-983–7401

    Known For

    • Lamb-stuffed sopaipillas
    • Excellent margaritas
    • Weekend breakfasts
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  • 6. Blake's Lotaburger

    $ | The Plaza

    This old-school, regional fast-food chain serves tasty breakfast burritos and juicy burgers. Perfect for a quick bite with the kids, don't forget to get a healthy helping of green chile on your burger.

    404 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-983–4915

    Known For

    • Green chile cheeseburgers
    • Thick milkshakes
    • Local family favorite
  • 7. Downtown Subscription

    $ | East Side and Canyon Road

    This neighborhood café-newsstand sells fancy coffees, various snacks, and sumptuous pastries as well as one of the largest assortments of newspapers and magazines in town. The shaded patio is a fun spot to people-watch and a great place to fuel a Canyon Road stroll.

    376 Garcia St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
    505-983–3085

    Known For

    • Rotating art exhibitions
    • Quality lattes
    • Friendly atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 8. El Chile Toreado

    $ | Railyard District

    Considered one of Santa Fe's best food trucks, El Chile Toreado offers hearty, delicious, and affordable New Mexican breakfast and lunch. Although it has made it onto many “must-eat” lists, it has retained both quality and convenience, cementing itself as a perennial local favorite.

    807 Early St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
    505-500–0033

    Known For

    • Tasty hot dogs
    • Mix-and-match tacos
    • Good vegetarian options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner
  • 9. Fiesta Oaxaca

    $ | The Plaza

    The cities of Oaxaca and Santa Fe actually have several things in common (a thriving art scene, a complex history, and fantastic food), and this modern Mexican eatery brings a bite of Oaxacan culture into its dishes based upon Mesoamerican culinary traditions. A tribute to the cuisine of its namesake region, the star of the show here is, of course, mole, which you can enjoy with a number of mouthwatering sauces over meats and vegetables. Diners can also choose from authentic tacos, burritos, and quesadillas with dine-in and take-out options.

    135 West Palace Ave., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-982--9525

    Known For

    • Variety of creative mole sauces
    • Festive and colorful interior
    • Fantastic tacos

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed. No dinner Sun.
  • 10. Fire & Hops

    $$ | The Plaza

    Tucked inside a cozy house on busy Guadalupe Street, Fire & Hops turns out flavorful, local, seasonal, and affordable gastropub-style food while also offering a stellar list of craft beers from regional breweries such as Bosque, Bow & Arrow, La Cumbre, Marble, and Ex Novo. Fire & Hops also features an extensive wine and cider list, and reserves a tap for hard kombucha crafted by celebrated local producer HoneyMoon Brewery. Among the food choices, you can't go wrong with the Thai red curry, the Cubano sandwich with beer-brined pork, a generous bowl of expertly executed ramen, or the immensely popular small plates, the most popular of which is crispy fried Brussels sprouts. Be aware that there's no on-site parking except for a pair of handicap-accessible spaces (and a 16-slot bike rack), but it's not too hard to find a spot on the street in the vicinity (check the website for tips on where to park).

    222 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-954–1635

    Known For

    • Upscale pub food
    • Small plates like crispy fried Brussels sprouts
    • Great beer, cider, and hard kombucha

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch
  • 11. La Choza

    $ | Railyard District

    Sister to the Shed restaurant located downtown, La Choza (which means "the shed" in Spanish), serves tasty, traditional New Mexican fare. It's hard to go wrong here: chicken or pork carne adovada (marinated in red chile and slow-cooked until tender) burritos, white clam chowder spiced with green chiles, green chile stew, and the classic huevos rancheros are exceptional. The dining rooms are colorful, dark and cozy, with vigas across the ceiling and local art on the walls. The staff is friendly and competent, and the margaritas are potent and flavorful. Make a reservation (even during the week) or you will easily find yourself waiting over an hour for a table.

    905 Alarid St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-982–0909

    Known For

    • Stuffed sopaipilla
    • Outstanding and extensive margarita and premium-tequila list
    • Long waits unless you make a reservation

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 12. La Lecheria Ice Cream

    $ | Railyard District

    Take a break from wandering the markets, stores, and galleries of the Railyard with an adventurous dive into seasonal ice cream flavors like red chile honey, butterscotch miso, citrus basil, and sweet corn (traditionalists can still enjoy a scoop of vanilla bean, mint chip, or chocolate sea salt). Santa Fe native Joel Coleman brings years of experience to this old-fashioned creamery that sources organic dairy and eggs, forgoing preservatives and stabilizers. La Lecheria ice creams are also sold by the pint in select stores and appear on the occasional restaurant dessert menu (visit their website for latest spots). Guests can also find baked goods in their Railyard shop. 

    500 Market St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-428–0077

    Known For

    • Family-friendly atmosphere
    • Organic ingredients
    • Unusual ice cream flavors
  • 13. Museum Hill Cafè

    $ | East Side and Canyon Road

    A day filled with museums is bound to work up an appetite, and while there aren't too many places to eat around Museum Hill, luckily this café offers burgers, burritos, salads, and soups to help refuel your body and mind. There is a large shaded patio for warm-weather dining, and it also serves beer and wine. It's a casual spot that fills up quickly so prepare to wait a bit if you arrive during peak hours or make a reservation in advance.

    746 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-984–8900

    Known For

    • Beautiful shaded patio great for people-watching
    • Sumptuous weekend brunch menu
    • Solid lunch options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner
  • 14. Plaza Café Downtown

    $$ | The Plaza

    Run with homespun care by the Razatos family since 1947, this café has been a fixture on the Plaza since 1905. The food runs the gamut of New Mexican fare, including salads, sandwiches, burgers, and tacos (don't miss the delicious crispy avocado tacos). Prices have jumped significantly in recent years, but it is still a preferred stop for breakfast, lunch, or dinner by locals. A South Side branch ( 3466 Zafarano Drive  505/424–0755) is also run by members of the Razatos clan and is close to Cerrillos Road hotels.

    54 Lincoln Ave., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-982–1664

    Known For

    • Great vegetarian options
    • Retro diner charm
    • Breakfast all day

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
  • 15. Revolution Bakery

    $ | Railyard District

    This gluten-free bakery serves baked goods, soups, sandwiches, and other goodies (with lots of vegan options) that are so delicious you won't miss the gluten. And good news for visitors who fall in love with the treats here: they ship nationwide.

    418 Cerrillos Rd., Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
    505-346–2669

    Known For

    • Non-GMO ingredients whenever possible
    • Gluten-free bread
    • Casual atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No dinner
  • 16. The Teahouse

    $$ | East Side and Canyon Road

    In a historic building toward the end of gallery row at the intersection of Canyon Road and East Palace Avenue, you'll find the Teahouse, with several bright dining rooms throughout the converted adobe home, and a tranquil outdoor seating area. In addition to fine teas from all over the world, you can find delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, including baked polenta with poached eggs and romesco sauce, bagels and lox, and wild-mushroom panini. The service tends to be leisurely but friendly.

    821 Canyon Rd., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-992–0972

    Known For

    • Fine teas and coffees
    • Serene garden seating
    • Excellent breakfasts
  • 17. Tune-Up Cafe

    $ | Railyard District

    This funky spot has colorful walls and wood details, booths, a few individual tables, and a community table. The shaded patio out front is a great summertime spot to enjoy the toothsome Southwest-inspired cooking, from breakfast through dinner. Start the day with savory breakfast rellenos, fluffy buttermilk pancakes, or the smoked-trout hash. The extensive lunch and dinner menus include juicy burgers (both meat and veggie) and some of the best vegetarian enchiladas around. Don't miss the Salvadoran pupusas. Homemade baked goods include a variety of pies and cakes. The staff is friendly and efficient and the care taken by owner/chef Jesus Rivera is evident.

    1115 Hickox St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505, USA
    505-983–7060

    Known For

    • Breakfast rellenos
    • Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
    • Homemade cakes and pies

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
  • 18. Vinaigrette

    $$ | Railyard District

    A refreshing alternative to the many Santa Fe restaurants that favor filling (and often fattening) dishes, Vinaigrette is all about the greens. This isn't mere rabbit food, however—the hearty salads make a satisfying meal, especially when you add toppings like grilled flank steak, lemon-herb chicken breast, or griddled tofu. The apple-cheddar chop and classic French frisée salads are among the highlights. There are also fresh, house-made soups and sandwiches, and you can eat on the pleasant patio in the summer. For such a casual space, Vinaigrette is notably spendy, but devotees feel the high-quality ingredients are worth it. There are sister restaurants in Albuquerque and Austin, Texas, and the owners also run Modern General, an adjacent, hipster-approved lifestyle shop and café.

    709 Don Cubero Alley, Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501, USA
    505-820–9205

    Known For

    • Hearty (and expensive) salads
    • Daily house-made fruit pies
    • Baked panko-crusted goat cheese (which can be added to any salad)

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

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