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    Cafecito

    4.5 (336 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Francisca B.

    It's a hidden gem! Good selection of food & drinks. We tried empanada carne and steak salad plus Chimichurri fries. The empanada was ok, the steak salad was perfect choice for something light with meat, too bad that we received it well done instead of medium rare request. The fries were too salty for my taste. Overall it is a good restaurant especially if you are tired of Mexican food while in Santa Fe

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    Jamie Y.

    My first visit here was amazing! I was visiting for house hunting and was told to visit this wonderful gem of a place. The panquques are delicious and so are the empanadas! Cannot go wrong with any of them! (Though I do have my favorites ) Our server was a wonderful lady as well! Came with my S/O of course too, and we were so pleased to see that it's such an inviting atmosphere that's also dog friendly. We immediately came here once we officially moved a month later, and we saw the same server and she remembered us! How can you not love a place so warm and inviting with such phenomenal staff?

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    Destiny L.

    I'm reviewing Cafecito as my first spot of 2025 because for me, it was a good reminder of something that I'm trying to focus on, which is it's OK to treat yourself sometimes. Like seriously even if you're going out it alone, we all deserve a beautiful meal every once in a while. I came to Cafecito solo before a work event. I don't spend much time in Santa Fe. You know how it is living in Albuquerque even though it's pretty close it's not always top of mind. Anyways, I've been through Cafecito before, but never for a full meal. One perk of coming somewhere alone is it's often much easier to get a seat. Anyways, I sat down and just enjoyed the environment. It's very open and filled with life. I ordered the Argentine Way with a croissant and the skirt steak, as well as both the jam and the dulce de Leche. It was such a beautiful meal and so simple. I also ordered a latte and that was amazing as well. Service was very friendly. Truly, everything was great. The definition of five stars.

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    Andrew R.

    Another excellent meal, today PERUVIAN ROAST CHICKEN and Stuffed Trout, both superb. Great service too. Went at 11 AM just as lunch started, easy to park and get in. By the time we left, it was packed. Highly recommend the trout, it was outstanding!

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    Kevin M.

    September 5, 2025 is my first visit to this loveliest establishment. I'm in Santa Fe visiting family. My Google search for breakfast places near me brought me here. There is good parking nearby. Some in their parking lot and some on the street. If you haven't been here before, the streets wind around a little bit and you may feel like you're lost but stay with your GPS and keep your eyes open. Excellent building design with big windows and nice natural light. Seating is both inside and outside. Staff is friendly and accommodating. I came at midmorning, so there was no wait to have breakfast. I chose the empanada and will say I was very impressed. The pastry is thin and delicate, and the inside is packed with a mixture of meats, potatoes and eggs. The chimichurri sauce is a welcome addition to this lovely food. It was very fun to have a little salad on the plate for breakfast! The orange juice was refreshing and delicious and I really like their coffee. Prices are very good.

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    Robin H.

    Had breakfast here and everything was delicious. Plenty of seating inside and out, great service. Our server even told us how certain things were prepared, hand chopping versus blender so leaves would not get bruised for the chimichurri. .

    Winter in SFE! The entrance to a great breakfast joint.
    Mike H.

    We arrived about 1130am on Sunday and the business was jumpin'! Our server, Rayna, took our order for drinks promptly and delivered our crème de leche, butter and breads (croissant and focaccia was buttery goodness, glutenized), coffees and a green drink. She took our order for a Argentinian Steak Salad, a breakfast empanadas, Lomito Completo, and an order of Gramajo Revuelto. All were so flavorful, cooked perfectly, and presented in a manner which was appetizing (the Gramajo Revuelto is a bit of melty, spicy, green mess.) Rayna and the rest of the service staff didn't miss a beat. Our party bought a couple of jars of Dulce de Leche to take home so we could try and recreate the experience (good luck!) The Barrista was so cool and loved chatting. We'll definitely be back! Give Cafecito a go!

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    Karen S.

    This is a fabulous Argentine coffee shop in the art district of Santa Fe. We always visit here on our annual trip. I love the atmosphere, with comfy seating, loads of plants, and sunlight streaming into the place. Good gluten free options for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. The prices are a little steep, unfortunately. (Please stop upcharging on the dairy free milk!) If you're in the area I highly recommend you pay Cafecito a visit too!

    Mitchie B.

    Such a hidden gem! Heading out to Santa Fe for lunch with my GF was well worth the trip. We arrived separately and I was seated in a sunny part of the restaurant. It was perfect as the weather still had a chill,in the air. Lots of natural light fills this cafe. The sun rays gave warmth to the space. We ordered hibiscus tea, hot. Tea was just what we needed to warm up. I later ordered the avocado toast. My egg was cooked as I liked it ...hard scrambled. My plate arrived with a beautiful green salad on the side which complemented my avocado toast. Perfect meal for lunch. Our wait staff was attentive but also gave us our space to enjoy the atmosphere and conversation. I have added this place as a nice stop when looking for new places to bring a friend.

    Dulce De Leche Latte
    Brenda M.

    Ambiance is great. The decor is very summer, plants lot of windows, awesome front patio. The service was ok as in They are friendly but the place was empty, just opened and it took them 35 mins for food to come out. Well ordered coffee, dulce de leche latte and ordered extra dulce did not taste anything in the coffee other than milky coffee. Ordered avocado toast and a granola bowl. When food finally got to the table, it was very good. Toast was super toasted to where I couldn't cut with the knife provided. I would return with plenty of time to spare.

    Julianna G.

    This restruant was soo pretty and i loved all the greener. The food was delicious, although a bit pricey it was worth it. Our server was very kind and attentive. If youre in Santa fe I would reccomend :) also me and my sister got the swing seats and it was lit

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    Lien-Chi C.

    When you are in Santa Fe NM, you "MUST" eat in Cafecito!!!!! The food are delicious. Service is superb. Affogato-ice cream with a shot of espresso is sooooooo good.

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    Thank you Danielle! Glad you enjoyed your visit so much.

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    Just an absolutely great place. Food is excellent, the setting is cool and the people are friendly.

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    Great food, excellent service, clean and inviting. Everything from our cocktails to dessert was delicious.

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    Great atmosphere, good food, great spot for a breakfast or to get work done. Service was fantastic also.

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    35 North Coffee

    35 North Coffee

    4.5
    (291 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    We woke up early to walk around the plaza, and since not much was open on an early Sunday morning,…read morewe were happy to find 35 North Coffee open. I had a great cappuccino and the staff was super friendly. They have a cute balcony with great views of the street, plus extra indoor seating if you prefer to stay inside. Such a nice little spot to start the morning. Definitely check them out!

    35 North is located at the Shops at Santa Fe on level 2. There was plenty of signage (shown in the…read morephotos) directing us to the right location, so it was easy to find. The café has a cool, modern vibe with plenty of indoor seating as well as a nice outdoor patio. They were very busy on a Saturday morning. The counter staff was very matter-of-fact. Not rude, but not especially warm or welcoming either. Honestly, I got the impression she was just under a lot of stress. We also asked another staff member if we could use one of the patio umbrellas (they were all closed for some reason), and he was prompt and friendly, which we appreciated. We ordered a toasted everything bagel with cream cheese, a meat-filled empanada, a honey latte, and a cold brew. The cold brew was a little too dark for my taste, though coffee preferences are definitely subjective. Interestingly, there's a place in Albuquerque that has an almost identical flavor profile. The toasted everything bagel was very good, but it didn't come with quite enough cream cheese. The single cream cheese packet also felt a bit lackluster presentation-wise. That said, when we asked for more, the response was friendly and accommodating. The honey latte had beautiful latte art and great flavor, definitely a highlight. The empanada, filled with ground beef, green chile, and piñon, was a bit over-toasted, but the filling itself was flavorful, even if somewhat sparse. Overall, I think 35 North has a lot going for it and could easily elevate the experience with a few small improvements to consistency and customer service.

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    35 North Coffee
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    Sagche's Coffee House

    Sagche's Coffee House

    4.6
    (125 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    We stopped by this spot during our trip to Santa Fe, and let me tell you--the excellent reviews are…read more100% legit. It's a charming, smaller shop with a wonderful, cozy ambiance the second you walk in. The owners were nice. Everything here is made to order, and you can really taste the quality and freshness. We tried their coffee, which was okay, but the food completely blew us away. The green chile breakfast burritos are an absolute must-try--deliciously flavorful, especially when paired with their house sauce. We also ordered the egg and bacon sandwich, which came loaded with bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and onions. Every single item was a decent, satisfying size and tasted amazingly delicious. If you are passing through or looking for a fantastic breakfast and coffee spot with great service, do not skip this place. We will definitely be back the next time we're in the area!

    We arrived about 10:45am, not busy. Myself and 2 others. 2…read moreout of 3 orders were wrong. Coffee was good but lukewarm, including a latte. Food for each of us was served at different times. First the huevos with green, not red chile as ordered. Then 10 or so minutes later, a waffle arrived at the table, ok. I waited 40 minutes for my Chicken Taco Salad that came with beef. My friends were done eating by then. I can't believe my meal was not comped. Most likely I will not return.

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    Chicken taco salad cucumbers carrots and mixed greens black beans and sour cream.
    Chicken taco salad cucumbers carrots and mixed greens black beans and sour cream.
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    Christmas chile breakfast burrito with black beans
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    Guatemalan chile rellenos vegetable salad and rice handmade tortillas salsa.
    Crash Murder Business

    Crash Murder Business

    4.7
    (63 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    This place was so cute! My coworker recommended it to me and when I first heard the name, I was a…read morebit uncertain, imagining that this was some kind of coffeeshop with a crash murder theme...it wasn't until I clicked into their website that I realized crash murder business was something else! *No spoilers, check it out yourself! We tried a couple of different coffeeshops around Santa Fe, and this one was our favorite by far. I got the Murmuration of Starlings and it tasted just like the name! It was sweet without being too sweet and the rosemary, thyme and cardamom gave it a unique twist. This place is on the smaller side and there's not a whole lot of seating, although they do have a few outdoor spots. Our coffee orders also took a little bit to get, but we enjoyed that time reading their newspaper and coloring in their coloring book! Would definitely return here if I am in the area.

    This was a happy accident. I was walking to the train station to leave Santa Fe and this quirky…read morelittle coffee shop was grabbing my attention. The logo drew me in, and I thought "screw it. I'll taste their drip coffee and if it isn't any good, I'll keep going to the one I had planned." Listen, it's becoming more difficult to come by a good pour over, but good drip is like finding a unicorn. Not at Crash + Murder. The service was fantastic as barista allowed me a sip so I could make my call. It was delicious.

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    Crash Murder Business
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    The Chile Shop

    The Chile Shop

    4.4
    (41 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    The highest quality and authentic New Mexican chili shop. I learned about this shop via my 1993…read moretamales book, they listed this shop and Los Chileros as two sources. Chile shop carries Los Chileros and so does five and dime. Los Chileros is a very authentic New Mexican brand of chili products and seasonings, they sell to almost every major New Mexican restaurant. Five and dime uses Los Chileros chili powder for their famous frito pie. It's a very complex chili. The Chile shop's brand of chili powder is so amazing too I'm thankful I bought the 1 lb bag of spice because I made beef adovada at home with that spice and oh my gosh, it literally tastes like I'm in New Mexico and boy is it hot. Very simple store with only new Mexico's best. Kind and helpful staff, very cool store for sure. My only regret is that I didn't stock up enough. Well I guess that's incentive for me to go back to Santa Fe!!

    I live in Virginia and we order everything from their website. The chili powders/pods from this…read morecompany are second to none. The website has a dated feel to it but I feel that's because they focus on the product, not the bells and whistles. We even visited the physical store in Santa Fe on a road trip. It has to be good if you're willing to drive 1800 miles to be there in person. It was almost a pilgrimage. The cherry on top? My 91-year-old Hispanic mother-in-law gets all her chilis here. If that's not a ringing endorsement, nothing is.

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    It's a dream to visit this iconic store.
    It's a dream to visit this iconic store.
    Carne Adobada.
    Carne Adobada.
    If you are in Santa Fe and need a gift, stop by the Chile Shop.  You cannot find a cuter store with nicer people.  Take Santa Fe home!

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    If you are in Santa Fe and need a gift, stop by the Chile Shop. You cannot find a cuter store with nicer people. Take Santa Fe home!

    Cafecito - argentine - Updated June 2026

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