I've been hearing about this place for 2 years. I currently live in Colorado and made the trip down…read morethis weekend, specifically to eat here. We got there 5 minutes after it opened and the restaurant was already half full with people still pouring in. We ordered a ton of food and though it took a bit longer, we actually enjoyed how our food trickled in for us to share and eat, drink, and talk. Made for an experience. We also had kids with us and I was surprised by the kid entree and the price. Well worth it to bring the youngins. The sushi was delicious, fresh, and flavorful. Some of the rolls mixed with the green chili were my favorite, a mix of two cultures that paired so well. We left so satisfied!!! Can't wait until our next adventure to Taos! P.s...try the oyster shooter! The best bite of the whole thing!

Three of us arrived at 5 and there was already a line to get in. Started with the aji daji (sp)…read morebroth with crispy tofu, so delicious. Mexican roll and several other items. Sat at the bar and watched as our food was made. The servers were attentive and all was good. Will go again.

Solid Japanese food, but if you're visiting from a city like San Francisco or New York, it's not…read moregoing to be better than what you can get at home. That being said, it's great option if you want a break from New Mexican / Mexican food while in Santa Fe. We got: - chutoro sashimi - This wasn't worth it, we much preferred the hamachi - hamachi sashimi - Multiple people commented this was their favorite dish of the night - miso eggplant - Another favorite for many, although I found it too saucy for me - daikon salad - Light and vinegary, one of my friends loved this dish - yuba pappardelle - Really interesting - it worked better than I expected although I'm not a big fan of those flavors (I'd rather have Asian flavors with my yuba). The yuba itself was excellent in texture. - tako plate - Well executed and not too fishy - black sesame noodles - Solid, I liked that this came with a bunch of vegetables (burdock, carrot). - mango panna cotta - fine, but not my favorite panna cotta texture (more on the yogurty side of texture) My friends also loved the namazake.

Such a beautiful and peaceful dining experience during our Santa Fe trip…read more The walk up to the restaurant alone sets the tone...it's incredibly peaceful, surrounded by beautiful scenery, Buddha statues, and little inspirational touches that give the entire property such a calming, relaxing vibe. The drinks were yummy, and the food was absolutely delicious! I will say I went in expecting a larger selection of sushi and raw options, so the menu was a little different from what I had envisioned. That being said, everything we ordered was flavorful, beautifully prepared, and thoroughly enjoyed, so I definitely wasn't disappointed. They were noticeably short-staffed during our visit, so the service could have been better, but you could tell the staff was genuinely trying their best and working hard, which we appreciated. Overall, between the delicious food and drinks, beautiful setting, and peaceful atmosphere, Izanami was a really memorable stop on our Santa Fe trip. I would absolutely recommend it and would definitely go back again!

We went for an early dinner and shared an 8 oz. filet. The meat was perfectly cooked. For sides…read morewhich had to be ordered separate we chose a baked potato which was properly baked and fluffy. The second side we ordered was asparagus and it was disappointing. There wasn't much of it and it was woody. The kitchen made a mistake in our order and added haricots vert (green beans) and it was a fortunate mistake for us. There wasn't much a generous serving and they were properly prepared. We decided to splurge and ordered the chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream for dessert. No lava but a delicious flavor and the raspberry (?) sauce surrounding it gave a nice extra flavor. There is a nice patio area, but opted to sit by a window indoors since rain was threatening.

Food is mediocre. Had the salmon with a side of broccolini . Salmon over cooked and unseasoned-…read moredisappointed. Husband had the lamb. It was good but also unseasoned. Good chefs should know how to season meat. Service: We felt rushed. We were not finished with our appetizer when entrees arrived. Mine sat waiting for a while set aside. It was cold when I got to it. Waitress did not catch on to that. Customer beware to ask for desired doneness on your entree. Waitress did not know to ask. This place is à la carte. Main entrees on the high price side for quantity and quality of what you get. Being foodies perhaps we were expecting a better quality experience. That's always a drawback to dining out at expensive restaurants for the first time.

We had agedashi tofu, which was ok, but not lightly battered and fried. The tofu was just fried,…read morewhich is what is says on the menu. The tempura was not coated with tempura batter; the batter was more like what you would get in fried chicken. The miso soup had way too much dash or not enough miso. Maybe the waitress didn't stir the pot before she doled out the bowl. Wife has a sumo roll that was good, but loosely wrapped. I had the beef bowl, and it was ok. Teppan pan is probably better.

excellent service. delicious freshly prepared food delivered to our table by the chef!read more

We tried Origami in Los Alamos and overall had a good experience. Considering it's the only sushi…read moreplace in town, the food was actually good and definitely satisfied the sushi craving. We ordered the Agedashi Tofu, Ultimate Salmon Roll, and Shrimp Tempura Roll, and all were fresh and tasty. One thing to be aware of is that many of their rolls contain crab sticks, so we asked for those to be removed. I also ordered the Udon soup, but it was much spicier than expected with no warning on the menu, so I had to send it back. Service was just okay since no one checked on us after the food arrived and we had to flag someone down for the check. Overall, a decent spot if you need a quick sushi fix in the Los Alamos area.

Incognito spot (thought it was art supply store). Sushi better than expected. Fried chicken…read moreperfection.

The service was really nice. There was a long line. My party was 4 people and a baby. Sitting…read moreinside was a little challenging with the stroller. There was outdoor seating but there wasn't much shade. Just something to consider. The bento box was tasty. I would order it again. Loved how the salad brought a lightness for lunch. Overall a great lunchtime experience.

I had the umeboshi (pickled plum) onegiri and my wife had a yaki imo (roasted Japanese sweet potato…read moretopped with miso butter). We each had the sake (slow-roasted salmon) bento. The food was amazing. We will definitely be back. It did feel like stepping into Japan. You order up front and they bring it to your table.

Such a lovely spot! You feel like you've found a hidden treasure…read more The food was wonderful. We split an order of Empanadas and split the special- which was a Sea Bass dish. Everything had such good flavor! The best Red Chili Sauce I've ever had! It's a wonderful NM adobe building ... lovely character and the staff there was very welcoming and knowledgeable And I can't wait to go again!!!

The service was good. The food was delicious. I ordered the halibut it was salty and still…read moredelicious. The ambiance was delightful until it became noisy as it filled with other diners. We would definitely. The food is expensive and the portions are not that generous.

Generally, I love the atmosphere, the service and the food in this place but last night, we ordered…read morethe chicken teriyaki and I'm pretty sure they forgot to put the sauce on. It basically tasted like salty vegetables and chicken and . I never ever send food back, but I could not eat it and then they charged me full price. Not even an apology. Just a cold stare.

Best sushi in Santa Fe. We're pretty uniform in our consumption of tuna roll (teka maki) and…read moretempura. Service is excellent and hot sake is well prepared ... Kai is closed on Sunday. They just completed a remodel of their dining room that we've yet to see. Photo looked dated.

This place is awesome. Nuzzled in a small plaza, this hidden gem is one that will have you coming…read moreback from more. It's some of the best sushi i've tasted starting from the ginger, wasabi, and other ingredients. Everything was so tasty. The atmosphere is super cute and gives you Japan vibes with the decor. I'm afraid I will be a regular here. My waitress and chef were awesome and attentive. Five stars across the board.

Wow! This eclectic menu would impress in Las Vegas, NV! But it's found right here, in the cozy…read moreSushi spot in the El Fidel. Customer service is quick and courteous! I tried the Surf and Turf and it was delicate yet hardy! You got to try that Jasmine tea as well :-).

04/16/26 12 of the Santa Fe Foodies group dined here tonight, and we all thoroughly enjoyed a…read more5-course meal set up by the owner. The menu was: Course 1: Shrimp Stuffed Green Chile Tempura Course 2: Chicken Karaage Course 3: Kimchi Fried Rice and Pork Fried Rice Course 4: Half-bowl Ramen (choice of Tonkotsu or Black Tonkotsu; Miso; or Vegetable Miso or Vegetable Shoyu) Course 5: Vanilla Ice Cream with Sakura Mochi Stout Beer Drizzle Everything was superb. The Black Tonkotsu Ramen was off the charts. The pork fried rice was delicious, too. The service was just outstanding.

The service was awful! We were the first ones to come in at 5:00 and didn't get our food until an…read morehour later. We were told they had a lot of take out orders. Who do you serve first? The people who come in or online orders? My friend and I had the miso ramen. It had absolutely no flavor. I had to doctor it up. My husband had tonkotsu. It was delicious. The manager did come over and took a % off our bill. Just be aware of a long wait time. Hopefully the manager is aware of it now and will make some changes.