Absolutely top notch, our favorite New Mexican meal in Santa Fe by far. Don't skip the chips and salsa to start, their house made salsa was leaps and bounds above typical. Vegetarian tamale and the elote salad made an outstanding vegetarian meal, but if you're an omnivore you can't go wrong with the Cochinita Pibil. The depth of flavor on the pork is wildly undersold by the fairly plain description. Highly recommended! read more

This was the worst experience of my trip to Sante Fe. We went the first time and they were closed for a private party! No warning whatsoever and we had taken an Uber to get there. So we tried 2 nights later. "Supposedly" best rellenos in SF. NOT! Slow service and poor quality and quality of food. I would NOT recommend. Go to LaChoza and plan ahead because they are extremely busy! Avoid Casa Chimayo. read more

We had a reservation last night, and were seated immediately. However, 20 minutes went by before someone came over to take our order. They forgot our appetizer and only brought my entree- totally forgot to bring out my husband's meal. No one even came by to check on us or refill our water, until 28 minutes later we grabbed another server to inform them of our missing items. After over an hour, my husband finally got his meal. We never did get that guacamole... We went because this restaurant was recommended, but will definitely not return or recommend it to anyone! read more

What a lovely authentic experience! Charming dining room, great service. I had a blood orange margarita, which was a little too sweet for me. Then Chile en Nogada, excellent! Husband had Chiles Relleno which he loved. No dessert-we had butterscotch pudding left over from the night before, read more

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We tried this because it was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Guy did not steer us wrong. We started with the table-side guacamole. It was great and the salsa served with the chips was the best I have had. The Jalapeño Margaritas had the right amount of kick to tie everything together. The entrees were delicious. The bison shown below was tender and full of flavor. The service was as good as the food and the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - Bison Asada - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

Friends recommended this place and it did not disappoint. We sat on the patio, great evening. Service good. Margaritas were good and went well with the stuffed fried jalapeños. Next we tried the table prepared guacamole. Very good. After that, we were kind of full so we split the seafood enchiladas. Our friends split the crab and we split the shrimp. So many good places to eat in SF. read more

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Went early to dinner while in town. Such a cute establishment. We sat outside because the weather was so nice. We ordered the green chile stew, table side elote and enchiladas. The drinks, food and service were good. I'd like to go back and try other items on the menu the next time I visit. read more

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I love this restaurant. The food is great. The service is wonderful. I come here often. What I DON'T like is when I dined by myself this evening, ordered several dishes and a couple of margaritas, spent over $120 and then was rushed out the door because a couple was waiting to sit down. It wasn't like I was mulling over a coffee for a long period of time. Not cool. read more

We really enjoyed the ambiance, it was quiet, maybe even a little too quiet, perfect for a relaxed evening. The service was excellent. Our waiter and the staff were attentive, took time to answer all our questions, and offered helpful recommendations based on our preferences. The food was quite good. Santa Fe has plenty of dining options, but I think this spot will continue to stand out with its bold flavors and unique offerings. As someone from the land of Tex-Mex, I sometimes struggle with New Mexican cuisine, but I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner. My wife loved her dish as well. The mole enchiladas were especially delicious, and the margaritas were perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too bitter. read more

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Charming family owned restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating, ideal for dinner with a small to medium sized group. The drinks are very good, food is excellent, and service is highly personalized. All of the owner's recommendations were top notch - we ate like kings! Prices are also reasonable. We had a delightful time. read more

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Casa Chamayo is truly a wonderful dining experience!! For years my Dtr and I, I've made it a point to stop here whenever traveling to and from Colorado to visit my dad, and every visit reminds me why I keep coming back. The care, warmth, and genuine attention from both the employees and the owner have always been remarkable. Their saying, "leave as family," couldn't be more accurate--because that's exactly how the staff makes you feel every single time. On this visit, I had the pleasure of meeting the chef's wife, who was incredibly hospitable and made our meal feel like an A++ experience. I usually come with my daughter, but I'm always proud to introduce friends and family to the delicious cuisine and wonderful atmosphere at Casa Chamayo. A special thank-you to Hamilton "Hami," who is new to us but immediately impressed with his friendly and welcoming personality. Keep doing what you're doing--your hard work and heart are truly appreciated! read more

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We joined relatives here near the end of our cross-country road trip, and began with Tableside Guacamole and Tortilla Chips, Queso Fundido, Elote, and Chicken Tortilla Soup. The hot soup was very good, the Elote very tasty, the Chips fine with mild Guac, and Queso Fundido with Mushrooms good. But the soup left some spice in my throat and spice in the nose, undoubtedly from Chili Peppers and Cayenne Pepper included in the broth. For, this was Northern New Mexican cuisine which as I experienced it is much more fiery than purely Mexican food. Diane ordered a Shrimp Quesadilla but initially was presented with a plain Cheese Quesadilla. She received a Shrimp Quesadilla on the second try but the amount of shrimp included was skimpy. Our relatives enjoyed Fajitas, and my unusual choice of Chile En Nogada, with a Fire Roasted Pablano Pepper stuffed with Ground Angus Beef, pomegranate seeds, raisins, toasted almonds, onions, pears, apple and apricots covered in a Walnut Cream Sauce with Jerez (Spanish sherry) served with Mexican Rice and Beans was certainly interesting and not unpleasant. But the Chicken Tortilla Soup clutched my throat, and caused me to lose my voice momentarily; the Salsa provided heated my gut; and the Poblano Pepper attacked my chest. It was a very good authentic New Mexican dinner which prompted me to down two very good scoops of Vanilla Bean Ice Cream at meal's end to soothe my gut. Service was good, and ambiance great with old world Mexico sombrero and serape charm. read more

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We came here for lunch after getting recommendations from a friend and I'm so glad we took her advice. Chef Joaquin is amazing! We had lunch on a Friday afternoon sampling many of the dishes he recommended including the Tableside Elote, (watch my video below), Posole Roho, and Blue Corn Huarache. Each dish was a complex mixture of heavenly flavors carefully curated from the best ingredients. Certainly this was one of the most memorable and satisfying meals in a long time. I will always remember this special meal. With the restaurant not being especially busy during our visit, he spent quite a bit of time talking to us about the history of the restaurant and his family. Wonderful stories about this place. Recommend coming here for lunch as it is less crowded than dinner if you want to chat up Joaquin. The deserts are not to be missed either. There are a number of delightful treats to end your meal. We savored the Tres Leches Cake, Grandma Titia's Pastelitos, and then bought a couple Biscochitos to take home and have with coffee in the morning. Parking can be difficult in the area, mostly have to find a spot on the street. read more

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Had the BEST bite of food I've had in a while. Their signature dish is phenomenal. Enjoyed the table side guac though it's expensive for 18. Wonderful service. Warm and inviting atmosphere. Wonderful for families, a date night, or a celebration. Patio and indoor dining. I prefer indoor because the tables on the patio are close together. read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - Grilled poblano pepper with ground angus beef and peaches etc covered in a cream walnut sauce and pomegranate seeds and almonds - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

My husband and I were staying right next-door at the Inn at Vanessie, and we walked over our first night to have dinner here. We absolutely love it! The ambience was so adorable and the food was excellent! We ordered three brisket tacos that were dipped in an incredible broth and Chili Relleno stuffed with ground beef and talked with an amazing brandy walnut sauce. Order the chips and salsa and the salsa was incredible. The next time we are visiting Santa Fe again will definitely go back! read more

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We went here based on all the positive reviews and I can't express what a complete and total let down it was. It was a highly anticipated dinner for my wife and I's anniversary. I tried calling for a reservation and was told on the phone that they do not accept reservations for groups of 2. When we arrived we were asked if we had a reservation which we did not, but the couple behind us did apparently despite what I was told on the phone. We were then directed to a table where we sat for 25 minutes and only approached by one staff member to fill our water glasses. At no point did anyone greet us and let us know they would be with us or provide any expectation of service. We left without anyone even noticing. read more

My boyfriend and I have really close friends who are from and visit Santa Fe and they took us to Casa Chimayo and it was absolutely fantastic. The interior was very authentic to the Pueblo style but still really tastefully done. We really wanted the New Mexican cuisine experience and we were blown away. Their menu was large and honestly, I had such a hard time trying to narrow down to just one option. Their prices are mid to high so this is more of a fancy experience but we found the quality really delivered. I ended up getting the duck mole and we did the table side guacamole and elote. I ordered the blood orange margarita and I'll warn, it was so yummy you couldn't taste the alcohol. John ordered the frozen margarita and sangria swirl - which we heard is a New Mexican classic. Our waitress was great. Attentive and knowledgeable about everything on the menu. She was a gem. read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - Us and our friends at our table before we even began to look at the menu. - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

This is one of our very favorite spots in Santa Fe for New Mexican cuisine. The chicken enchiladas are delicious! The desserts we tried (coconut flan and chocolate cake with red chile) are out of this world! This place is quaint and full of character! read more

The food was great!!! The staff was friendly & did a good job explaining & recommending dishes. The overall execution was off. Where to park is a mystery which was only resolved by getting out of the car & asking at the restaurant. Perhaps where to park should be explained on the website. The kitchen was having trouble keeping up so the food was abnormally late in arriving at the table (30-45 minute wait). Everyone has an off day so this is understandable. Desserts were offered at no charge to compensate for the bad experience but got added to the final bill regardless. After waiting for the food one of the plates was not what was ordered, it took two attempts to find staff to rectify the issue. Not a good impression to go along with a long wait. Overall, based on the price the overall experience was not a good value. read more

We stop be here every time we go through Santa Fe!! Kevin was amazing! We always get the table side guacamole and emote to start. It's gone within 5 mins. The blood orange margarita is to die for and so is the enchiladas and bison short rib! You can't go wrong with anything on this menu! Great place tucked into a cozy area! read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

This was leveled up Mexican food in a still-casual environment. The three of us who had this meal really enjoyed the experience. The food was all excellent and the servers helpful and friendly. Our appetizers, including the elote made at table size and the pan of stretchy queso fundido served with tortillas, were a delicious start. For the entree I ordered something I can't usually get at our local Mexican restaurants: the Chile En Nogada, a poblano pepper stuffed with ground beef, apple, apricot, pear, raisin, and pinon, and topped with a walnut cream sauce and a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds. It was a deft balance between the hearty filling and the elegance of the silky sauce and jewel-like pomegranate seed topping. Just a beautiful dish. There are indoor or outdoor dining options, and it's convenient to the Railyard and not far from the Plaza (we walked from our hotel). Highly recommended. read more

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Went to lunch here today. I was blown away ! Top ten lunches I have ever had. Hands down. You can't go wrong. The rack of lamb with mole and fresh corn polenta was AMAZING If you're in Santa Fe, New Mexico you can't miss this place if you love good food. The coconut flan Ten Stars Enjoy read more

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Amazing food and service! The owner was so kind and the rellenos were delicious! The salsa was heavenly! 5 stars!!! read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - Rellenos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

This review is a couple of weeks overdue. We recently traveled to Santa Fe, Taos and ABQ and discovered one of the most wonderful restaurants - Casa Chimayo. What a total gem!! The ambience and decor are beautiful - very comfortable and warm. The food is 10 stars! So good in fact, that we dined there twice on our trip. They make the BEST tamarind margarita. I really wanted to take one home with me in my carry on! We had the elote which they prep at the table for you, blue corn tortilla dish with shrimp, fajitas (vegetable), the coconut flan and more. Everything was beautifully prepared, presented and outstanding. The owners are Benina and Joaquin. Benina is super nice and will tell you all about how the restaurant came to be and how they use her grandmother's recipes. They really went out of their way to provide a fantastic dining experience. If you are in Santa Fe, please be sure to make reservations here and GO! You will not be disappointed. To the Quintana's, thank you for making our vacation special! read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - Elote - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

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Amazing food and good service. I recommend the Posole. It has a bit of an unusual flavor that's an enjoyable change. The interior is very cosy as well. Great lighting. read more

Authentic with creative touches, the food is prepared with love. The restaurant is a converted old home looks and feels like it and adds to the authenticity of the dining experience. At busy times the service is leisurely, I don't mind, you're not at a place that looks for quick turnover guests. read more

This was our first stop in Santa Fe and it did not miss. There was a mix up on our end about reservation times but we were still seated and able to get a filling lunch before the owner had to pickup his daughter from school. Ambiance: comfy and laid back Food recs: brisket in any form. It was flavorful and tender. We hope to be back this week to try other dishes and be able to enjoy it all at a slower pace. read more

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Awesome experience Repeat visits with friends/ family Family based / excellent service Very comfortable and relaxed read more

Excellent quality , authentic flavors and friendly service! Ambiance is so wonderful, they have blankets for outside tables and sombrero hats for birthdays. How cute! read more

Service wasnt great. Food did exactly match the description on the menu. I was so hopeful but it didnt match my expectations

We tried this spot on our visit to Santa Fe there were 4 of us. The drinks were very good and the food fresh, hot and tasty. Good size portions. I had the blue corn enchiladas and they were delicious. 2 of us ordered the green chili stew and it was amazing. The coconut flan & flourless chocolate cake were amazing. Only downside was they do not put out nachos & salsa. You have to order/ pay for them read more

This is our 2nd summer living in Santa Fe and as we're starting to expand our knowledge of the food scene, Casa Chimayo popped up on our list - it might just be our new favorite! We were seated immediately in a comfy, quiet room surrounded by paintings and tapestries. Our server was so friendly, attentive, and elaborated on everything we asked. We also had two serious diet restrictions/allergies in our group and we had absolutely no trouble finding multiple options for everyone! read more

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This was a great find!!! Chile en Nogato was delicious!!! The fruits and sauce made it special! Flourless chocolate cake was superb!!! read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - Chocolate cake - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

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I chose Casa Chimayo for a birthday lunch after reading great reviews here on Yelp, and it did not disappoint! Our group of 6 tried a little of everything - tableside elotes and guacamole, chile rellenos, tortilla soup, sangria, enchiladas...the food was wonderful and the service was even better. This is a great special occasion spot - especially if you can get a seat outside on a pretty day! Fair warning - ALL of the food had some kick to it. Not a complaint from me, but noteworthy. read more

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Amazing Salsa, and Chimayo Red / Green Chile here! Very high quality Northern New Mexican food here with 100 year old history on the building Joaquin the owner is super personable and told me all about it after recommending the stand out menu items and hooking me up with the extra hot version of their AMAZING Salsa (both are great) . Elote was brought to the table and Michelle carved it for me. This is as good as it gets. I've had Elote many times. There's is so buttery and tasty ! ... you will honestly be blown away by this simple corn dish (see pics) I had Enchiladas (Christmas Red and Green), Cochinita pibil, Carne Adovada (very special version) Green Chile stew, Posole, and 2 Margaritas (quite a feast!) brought a lot home I honestly don't think anybody does Carne Adovada better than this and yes, I eat at La Choza, the Shed, Tomasita's, Horseman's Haven, Sadies etc. etc The Cochinita Pabil is even more incredible!! What flavor it has. Part from the banana leaves. WOW This restaurant is super clean and a very nice environment, and if you're up for it, you could have more exotic Wild Boar Osobucco, Mole Rack of Lamb, Crab Enchiladas ... and on and on. ENJOY ! read more

Casa Chimayo Restaurante - Elote - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

Incredibly delicious and unique appetizers and entrees, excellent service, and beautiful atmosphere!

Based on Yelp reviews, I chose Casa Chimayo Restaurante for dinner on a nothing-special Tuesday night. Not sure if it was a one-off or reflection of labor shortages in the industry more generally, but the front of the house seemed severely understaffed that evening, with only two people covering host and server duties for the entire restaurant. I selected a seat in the patio with a perfect view of the host station and watched party after party of potential covers line up expectantly only to walk away with disappointment on their faces after waiting for what they viewed to be a reasonable amount of time without being greeted or seated. When the servers could focus on the customers, they did their best to conduct their job with grace, however they were clearly swamped. I considered myself lucky to get seated, served and pay without too much delay. My portobello mushroom fajitas were tasty, however my experience was tainted by the scene of unhappy customers unfolding before me. While eating my meal, I was fearful that I would be held hostage at my table, waiting for my server to find time to settle the check. I was pleasantly surprised when my server stopped by for a check back amidst the chaos and used that opportunity to request the bill; she promptly returned and left a handheld at the table. After I paid, I felt extremely relieved, liberated to end my experience at Casa Chimayo at will. That said, I'd give Casa Chimayo another shot, assuming that my time there might have been the result of no call, no shows. read more

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Oh man! This was by far our favorite meal of our 4 day trip to Santa Fe. We did all the other highly recommended spots and honestly nothing was a good as this. The flavors the quality, the lack of grease! You can tell the owner and chef really care about the food and customer experience. I loved the decor, unique tables and art on all the walls. Such a cozy, low ceiling, adobe home vibe! Definitely get the Elote, hurache and dessert! Oh and the waiter comes to your table to make the guacamole especially for you- nice touch! We will defintely be back! read more

Great ambience, sitting in the covered outdoor area. I had the hibiscus margarita rimmed with Tajin -amazing balance of a little sweet and a little spicy and a little salty. We shared a Mexican street corn that was also delicious and fresh. Super friendly owner came and talked to us and regaled us with interesting stories about the area and the artful chilis hanging from the wall. read more

This was one of my favorite dining experiences in Santa Fe. My group arrived a bit later in the evening with only one hour before the restaurant closed but the owner and staff treated us so kindly and well. First of all, best frozen margaritas and swirl (margarita and sangria mix) in Santa Fe!!! We ordered the table side guacamole, posole with sopapilla on the side, and elope as our appetizers. It was my first time trying sopapilla and posole and my taste buds were delighted!! The owner even gave us fried jalapeño poppers on the house! The jalapeño poppers were some of the spiciest ones I've had but I love a good heat kick! Then because we couldn't decide what to get as a shared entree between the 3 of us, the owner created a sample platter of enchilada, chille relleno and shrimp poblano so we could ultimately have a sample latter. I am so happy and appreciative of their service and quality of food! read more

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