If you must pick a restaurant when in Santa Fe, please pick this one! I struggled for quite a bit, trying to find a nice place while visiting for the weekend where the price was justified by the quality. Joseph's is where it's at! The restaurant feels intimate with its smaller setting and lovely decorations. Brass pots on the wall, curtains hand painted on the windows, a seating area accented by velour drapes, a gorgeously illustrated chalk board, etc. The setting compliments the style of the menu perfectly. Not only does the restaurant run like a well-oiled machine where every staff member is properly trained in their roll and is knowledgeable about the menu and drinks; the food is to die for. They have a wide range of options to choose from on their menu and they also had two specials. The dishes are old-school with a modern twist, that isn't over the top. We had the Mahi Mahi special and the Steak Au Poivre for entrees and the Cloud Cake and Flan for dessert. Every single bit was delicious, and the plating was like looking at a painting (especially the meringue). If I ever make it back to Santa Fe, I will be coming back here! read more

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Great food and service. Cozy and quaint environment. Recommend a reservation as the place was almost full by 1730! The food was fantastic and our waitress was very helpful in making decisions. read more

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Every single bite was perfect. From the arugula beet salad to the lamb neck dish. You can tell there is a real chef here. I wasn't hungry but had to keep eating it all. read more

My boyfriend and I visited Jospeh's for the first time per recommendation of our Air BnB host. In order to get a seat, BE SURE to make a reservation. We showed up a little before it opened at 5 and luckily got a seat at the small bar that sits about 8 walk-in's. The food was phenomenal... everything is house made and you can tell the chefs are passionate about what they do. The bartender who served us was so much fun to talk to and put his service first. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! read more

Joseph's Culinary Pub - 1/2 duck. Freaking good. - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

Ok.. so they REALLY need to change the name. We almost didn't go because we're not overly fond of "pub" food, which usually means unhealthy &/or fried. WOW! This place impressed us all! DUCK FAT FRIES! OK...I KNOW... not healthy, but these were WORTH IT! Green chile tamale, duck pad Thai (!!) & Warm Charred Ratatouille all were devoured & (reluctantly) shared. Warm & cozy atmosphere - very romantic- and friendly, helpful & patient staff (HARD to make up your mind!) :) We'll DEFINITELY be back! No room for dessert... but NEXT TIME! read more

Very good and eclectic, fusion-like food and would recommend anyone stopping in Santa Fe to try it. Although, I would strongly avoid the lamb tartare as my partner and I are still recovering from the illness it caused. read more

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Fantastic meal by a great team. We greatly enjoyed the lamb and the polenta fries. Got it to go, but the service was still kind and noteworthy. Thanks for making our special occasion even more special. read more

Steak was overcooked. It was sent back and my dinner finally arrived after the other three friends I was dining with had finished their meal. I still was charged for the dinner. One of my friends had the fish special. It was tasteless. We have not been to Joseph's for ten years and our experience reminded us of why. It is noisy. The food is meh and the manager rude. read more

Went to Joseph's for dinner a couple weekends ago and my first visit to Santa Fe. We had an incredible dinner sitting at the Bar - the food and service was amazing. One of the best espresso martinis I've ever had! This will be on the top of my list next trip to Santa Fe! read more

It took a combined recommendation from both Yelp and an old friend to get us to visit JCP, but I'm SOOOO glad it finally happened - out dining experience was flawless :-) I'm told that Joseph started out with a restaurant in Taos, and then he moved to Santa Fe to open this location, which is right off the square. We shared a number of dishes family-style for dinner the night of our first visit, and all the food was nothing short of amazing! The service was totally on-point, and the wines paired with our meal were very nice :-) The stand-out dishes included the Lamb Bone Marrow, the Vegetable Enchilada and the Butterscotch Pudding for dessert. I have no hesitation recommending this restaurant very highly! read more

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Very interesting food, well prepared and layers of flavor. They are big on duck and lamb here but you can also find seafood and other dishes. Very good service, very casual attire and interesting interior decor. It is however not a cheap meal but these days what you might expect for food this well prepared and presented. Reservations strongly recommended. read more

My girlfriend and I are definitely healthy foodies. We LOVE this innovative place. Most recently we shared the charred ratatouille, the rabbit bolognese lasagne, and the curry crab soup. We moaned with every delicious bite -- or at least I did. OMG. We'll be back many more times!!! read more

So many delicious sounding items on the menu! Soharu was so patient and detailed which I appreciate especially on a busy night. I was thrilled to be seated bc I didn't know reservations were required. Sometimes its good to be solo to dine . I loved the calming ambiance. The dish the Lamb Burger I was happy with the flavors. I usually am cautious about the cheese intake but I never had sheep cheese so Why not! I love the duckfat fries nothing special but good crispy fresh fries Highly recommend the warm rolls was a great addition. read more

Joseph's Culinary Pub - Menu - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

Delicious eccentric food, very well prepared. Great place to hang out, nice atmosphere and service.

First experience: I was called by Vida the day before our reservation to confirm our arrival. Gracefully done with warmth and courtesy. Seating was immediate and at a wonderful table near the entrance. The setting is simply gorgeous and eclectic. Lovely artifacts on the walls. Not cluttered, just intriguing items. Michele was a thoughtful, invested and supportive server. Her recommendations added to the whole experience of our evening. Fitz brought our plates. He presented them to us in such a way that we were immediately reminded about the chef's investment in each plate and how important it was to both him and Fitz that we be thrilled with our food. We were. The portions are thoughtfully generous and gorgeously plated. Loved my duck confit. So rich and yet so beautiful with its side accompaniments of a red cabbage and Brussels sprouts. Thank you again to the whole team at Joseph's. Bill read more

Super sad to discover that what used to be my favorite restaurant in Santa Fe is now requiring even their most regular of regulars to give a credit card number to hold a reservation. As a debt-free human who pays cash and values my privacy above all else, it's a deal-breaker for me. Way to alienate the folks who've kept you in business all these years, Josephs. read more

Joseph's has been on my list for a while and I finally checked it off last night. We arrived to plenty of parking in their side lot and a short walk around the building to their quaint front door entrance. We walked into a wonderfully typical, small adobe house-like space that is usual for this area. It was a bustling space with the perfect ambiance for our dining experience. Food: Duck Fat Fries, Christmas Style Beef Tenderloin Stew, Sea Bass Special, Cloud Cake Drinks: Bottle of Malbec Cost: $138 The fries were just ok, but the garlic aioli and the house ketchup were fantastic. The soup was very good. Full of flavor and tender beef. The sea bass dish was also very good. All cooked perfectly. The wait staff was also very nice, which helped make the evening a success. The menu is heavy on duck and lamb, which I don't eat but I was still able to have a delightful meal. I will be back for sure. read more

Just to preface, the charm and ambiance of this little gem is amazing. You're invited in by smiling faces and warm welcomes. Immediately we were greeted, given water, and ordered a bottle of wine. We shared the crispy chicken tamale & the living lettuce salad. Both were so unique and delightful. For dinner, my partner and I both originally planned on getting the chicken pozole. However, it was all sold out for dinner. The waitress suggested the green chili tenderloin stew. It was phenomenal, reminded us both of home. The torts that accompanied the stew just added another level. I chose the root veggie napoleon - it was so delicious. The thin airy layers of phyllo were so buttery. The carrot purée on the bottom mixed with honey was so satisfying. It was such a beautiful dinner. All in all, it was such a fabulous outing for dinner. Between the excellent customer service and the scrumptious food - we will definitely be back!! Oh and next time we will start with the cloud cake! read more

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Sat at a high top in the bar area so we could see the whole room which has the New Mexican flair with beams in celling and copper pots hanging along the edges of the room. food was amazing, and service was excellent. Definitely make a reservation in advance. read more

Wow. The atmosphere was relaxing and comfortable. The food and drinks were phenomenal. I got the ratatouille (which was charred to perfection) and my wife had the pad Thai that she said was so flavorful. The food came in good sized portions and was presented beautifully. The staff was really nice and attentive. I recommend this place, whether you're looking for a date night or just a night out. read more

Joseph's Pub is one of those Santa Fe finds that you can't believe you didn't already know about. When you want to take a break from the New Mexican cuisine, this is a nice choice. It is on the pricier side, but its quaint, intimate atmosphere, and wonderful staff makes it worth it. You know you're getting a finer dining experience without a lot of pretension. We had the duck fat fries, an apparent must-try, and for entrees the beef stew and sea bass special. I was a bit underwhelmed by the fries -- if you're selling me on duck fat, I want to actually taste it. But both entrees were quite good. And, even though it doesn't seem like you're getting a lot of food, we were stuffed. Our server steered us in a nice direction on a bottle of wine, which was at a really good price, all things considering. For dessert, we had their cloud cake, also a must try. Honestly, if I had to do it again, I would skip it and get something else. Not that there was anything wrong with it. Sweet fluffy goodness, for sure. But it was just essentially meringue. I'll try something with a bit more depth next time. Also, I wish the menu wasn't so heavy on the beef, duck and lamb. It would have been nice to see a few more fresh, less heavy options. But maybe that's what the specials are for. All in all, though, it was an excellent meal and a lovely experience. read more

fine-ish dining disguised in a pub name. limited menu. overhyped and overpriced. sent one dish back and ate half the replacement out of courtesy. ambiance was strangely nice. service was good. experience wasn't bad. but don't expect to go back. read more

We loved this place. The menu was quirky and varied and that's a lot to say by a couple of California natives where quirky food is a way of life. Be sure to try the polenta fries. Everything we ate was fabulous and the dishes that we didn't try that we saw at neighboring tables looked delectable. read more

Joseph's is a such a surprising place! Most places with a diverse menu, fail on delivering and usually only have a couple things they do well. Not here. Everything is really well crafted and articulated. The quality of ingredients is top notch too (even the tuna was some of the best tuna I've had and I live on the coast). The enchilada really stood out though. It's vegetarian and you don't miss the meat at all. It's a layered dish, instead of rolled, and each layer brings something distinct to your bite. Top your next bite with a little pickled cabbage and it's even more transformative. A stand out meal in a cozy, buzzy space. read more

Had the roasted ratatouille sald, the root vegetble entree and both were phenomenal. Delicious salted caramel pudding for dessert. Our server was impeccable in her timing, recommendations, knowledge od the wines. Beautiful ambiance. And probably most notable, we rudely walked in 1 minute before closing and they seated and served us quite happily. Theybalso had fish and meat dishes that other customers raved about. You just cant go wrong. read more

Looking for a bistro within a pleasantly walkable distance from the plaza? Step right into Joseph's. read more

Joseph's Culinary Pub - Looking for a delectable bistro in Santa Fe in a pleasantly walkable distance from the plaza? Step right into Joseph's. - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

Delicious long standing Santa Fe for establishment. Interesting wine list and varied menu that reflects Santa Fe's quality food scene. We had chicken liver mousse, smoked trout & pear salad, and Christmas style beef green Chile stew with a bottle of Mexican wine. Everything was superb, service attentive & friendly, beautiful setting in traditional adobo building. Covid protocols being very well adhered to. read more

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Amazing!! The food was so good - service was on par. Loved it! Great place for a date! read more

We ate there on a Saturday 5pm after going to meow wolf (an interesting experience). Glad we had a reso as the place filled up quickly--after the DDD episode and great yelp reviews, I think Joseph's has gained a lot of attention even-though it is not on the touristy downtown santa fe plaza. 5 of us seated immediately in the very quaint ?old house-(what a wonderful environment for an upscale Santa fe dinner). Joseph's is entitled a "pub", but it is not a beer swilling "pub"; It is a "culinary" pub, serving food from hamburgers to lamb curry to duck fat fries to fancy steak (and everything in between). Service felt like I was in NYC--really guys, you don't need to exchange my knife 4 times (I never even used a knife all night long-LOL). Nice explanations of the menu by our server who included specials and prices. Apps we tried included oysters--reported very good. My wife and I had Hawaiian ahi poke that was as good as on the islands. Pricy but a good sized serving to share and worth the $ to get it so fresh. Wife got asian soft shelled crab lettuce wrap--not her fav. However she loved the watermelon salad-especially on a hot day! Others shared an expensive but quite large steak and were smiling. Step mom and I both got the banana curry with lamb--absolutely awesome-I felt like I was in South Africa again where I had this dish last. Finally, the Flan was tasty and large enough to share. Overall a wonderful meal. I hope I'm back in Sante Fe sometime to try their duck Pad Thai or other new creations! read more

Joseph's Culinary Pub - Hawaiian Ahi Poke - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

I recently had dinner with 2 friends at Joseph's Culinary Pub. We all had different appetizers and different entrees. Everything was very, very good. The service was excellent. I highly recommend giving it a try. read more

Josephs is amazing! The food, the quality and the ambiance make this the finest restaurant in Santa Fe! The street corner it is located on reminds me of being in Europe! I am definitely becoming a regular there! read more

Phenomenal food and delightful atmosphere- don't miss out! I was especially happy there were so many gluten free options here :)

We always knew that Joseph's would be our first restaurant outing after we were out in public again. And it did not disappoint, it was a perfect meal. The three of us shared everything. We started out with the chicken liver mouse, and a watermelon, feta and crispy prosciutto salad with a balsamic reduction. Both were divine. Not sure how they get the mousse so light! This is not my grandmother's chopped chicken liver! Is was served with an array of condiments, perfect to share. We also had the duck fried potato chips, which are basically crack! Next up was their ratatouille, which has little relationship to a traditional one. This was filled with crispy kale and tomatoes chips. The colors, textures, and flavors were a perfect harmony. Next up was the fish special, which was a meaty white fish (don't remember the name) on a bed of fava beans with a coconut cream sauce and wonderfully crispy skin. Our other entree was mussels in a red chile sauce. We all finished every drop of the delicious broth. And although we were more than full we split the cloud cake. For me this is a perfect desert, not overly sweet, but still indulgent. We are so lucky to have food like this in our backyard! read more

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We came here for dinner on a Wednesday night and it was fairly empty. Only us and one or two other tables during our entire meal. Unfortunately our table was right next to another party. They were a table of four but their voices were loud enough for a table of ten. This is not the restaurant's fault at all but the other table being loud and obnoxious was terribly distracting making our table conversation difficult, all making our dining experience much less enjoyable. The food was a disappointment. Based on what I had read, I was expecting really great, innovative food. I will say that the menu sounds very intriguing but somehow the execution just doesn't come together. We started our meal with the vegetable enchilada (more like a napoleon) which sounded like it had so much promise. It was good but the flavors needed to be deepened. It had lots of good stuff in it but it all melded together, so the great flavors were all lost. For my main, I had the lamb ribs. These were very disappointing. There was little to no meat on them, too much fat and they were dried out. Service was fine. read more

Joseph's Culinary Pub - Vegetable enchilada - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

We started with the large app of bone marrow and were disappointed. How do you make marrow without flavor? Tonight I learned that it's possible. The marrow comes with mushrooms in sauce and I'm pretty sure the shrooms were canned. I ordered the 1/2 duck which was voluminous but tough. My husband ordered the ribs, small portion on the ribs but tasty sides. This place has more emphasis on presentation than substance. The service was good. read more

Joseph's Culinary Pub - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

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Great Chef driven restaurant in the Aqua Fria neighborhood. Joseph is a well trained and dedicated chef. Their dining room, bar and staff are equally delightful. read more

This review is a customer service review. We had a reservation and unfortunately one of my party tested positive for Covid the night before our reservation. I called and cancelled the reservation, explaining the situation and apologized. The woman I spoke with thanked me. I was disappointed we did not get a chance to enjoy the food and ambiance the restaurant is known for. I was charged $35 for the cancellation and although it is their prerogative to charge, I thought our circumstances would avoid the charge. We were after all protecting their staff and customers. Sadly, despite calling them and speaking several times to their manager, who assured me she would get back to me, I never received a call back. The fact that I never received a call back and the discretion to not reverse the charge in my option warrant a poor customer service rating. read more

We had an amazing meal at Joseph's. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The staff from check in to wait staff were friendly. The grouper, lamb burger, and duck fat fries were off the charts. For dessert we had butter scotch pudding that was amazing as well. Solid 5 star meal! I hope to make it back for another lamb burger. Get it! You will not regret it! read more

Fun dinner at this creative pub. We are vegan - or mostly so - exceptions are hard cheese on pasta or fish. There are great options here for vegans - though most offerings are with meat. We began with the carrot hot dog - which was spicy and wonderful. An inventive and fun appetizer that can easily be shared with 2 people. We had the vegetarian enchiladas and a vegetarian Napoleon. We didn't trade out the phyllo on the Napoleon for strips of zucchini - which is recommended. We would love to return here! read more

Sad news for (former) fans of Joseoh's Culinary Pub. Things are not well in the kitchen. We ate there last night and a person at neighboring table commented to us as the waiier removed her main course "I've been eating here for ten years and this is the first time I've sent anything back". We wish we'd sent ours back, too. The duck confit Thai style arrived looking like a gelatinous tossed salad; the noodles had all been cut into small pieces ( nothing over an inch), as had the duck pieces. The sadly overcooked noodles had been overstirred with the duck to the point where the entire bowl took on a slightly grey color and texture of the food could only be described as mushy. The presentation did not remotely resemble that pasted by the restaurant on Open Table. Adding insult to injury, OpenTable/Joseph's charged us $2 to make the reservation, which was not deducted from our bill. There are so many other restaurants in Santa Fe that have consistently better food, we won't be returning here. We have no regrets abandoning this longtime favorite. read more