Piccolino

4.4 (318 reviews)

ModerateItalian, Salad, Sandwiches

Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Nicolas J.

First time here and wow I was impressed, was between this or a bbq spot. Was visiting from California and was looking at options in Santa Fe that were open a little later in the day. Tried the special of the day "pesto garlic bread" they also serve their own house bread which comes with marinara. The sauce was phenomenal! Tried the chicken parm and the chicken Marsala Liked the parm more both were good, noodles and vegetables were on point flavor wise. Lots of dessert options but I didn't leave room for that. They have inside dining as well as a drive thru which I don't see normally at Italian restaurants. Parking lot decent size, service was quick and staff was nice. Great little spot for a solo meal or date night idea. They had a wall of awards from various years and after eating here they definitely earned them

Karen F.

It was a rainy Monday night, we were tired of Mexican food, and we just wanted somewhere close to our hotel to eat. After extensive searching, we finally found Piccolino. They were super busy, and we were told it would be a 20 minute wait, but we actually only waited about 5 minutes. It is way bigger inside than it looked from the outside, with almost non-stop table turnover. Our server was very busy, so we were ready to order when she stopped by. The fresh focaccia bread with marinara dipping sauce she brought with her was delicious. We split a Chopped Italian Salad to start with consisting of greens, tomatoes, carrots, mozzarella, cucumbers, garbanzo beans, and zucchini, with Italian dressing. It was good - and huge - and we took our leftovers back to our suite. Food came out quickly, even though they had a full dining room, plus a steady stream of takeout orders. I ordered the Pescatore, because a table nearby got it and it looked delicious. It had calamari, clams, steamed mussels, shrimp, and fish in a soupy broth, served with pasta. The seafood was good, although the broth was pretty thin, and did not stick to the pasta at all. No room for dessert, but a great dining experience all around.

Traci D.

We arrived around 6:30 and we got our name on the waitlist. We were told it would be a 30 minute wait, but I don't think we waited more than 15 when we were seated at a table. The place was simple in style, but their food spoke volume's. They brought out some bread and some marinara sauce, and their sauce was so dang good. They had such a large menu that it was hard to decide on one thing. Our server was attentive to our dining needs, she quickly brought out our drinks, and she took our food order. I decided on the pistachio crusted halibut, and I was glad I did. We finished our meal and then we decided on some dessert. We ordered a flourless chocolate cake and a carrot cake. We ate every bite. The restaurant was full, it clearly is a popular joint. Although it was full, we didn't have a problem hearing each other. I did visit the restroom, and it was clean besides a few pieces of paper on the floor. I will definitely come back here when I visit Santa Fe.

Chris P.

Came here to celebrate a family member's birthday. I have been looking for good Italian food around Santa Fe and this place did not disappoint. The customer service was excellent, and the meat lasagna was delicious with flavorful sauce and perfectly melted cheese. Overall, the ambiance was great, the restaurant was clean, there was plenty of seating, and the parking lot was convenient. I highly recommend giving this place a try if you are in the area.

Rachel M.

First-time patron, dine-in experience. Extensive menu for all your Italian-American cravings...but let's be clear that it is Italian-American and not Italian. Giveaways included: 1) Grated Parmesan and ground black pepper on the table; 2) Cream-based alfredos; and 3) At least one chef who's way heavy-handed with the salt. To be fair, I enjoy Italian-American food when it's done well, but giveaway #3 kinda spoiled my carbonara. Too bad because service was quick, and I liked the casual dining room. Don't think I'll be back.

Emily Y.

Came here with a group for a birthday. I got the grilled salmon and the table got both house bread and garlic bread. The house bread was so good we all went "oh no, that garlic bread's gonna be amazing" and it was! The salmon was perfectly cooked, nice and tender and juicy with a delicious caper sauce. The veggies were pretty lacking, but I had both the caper sauce and the pasta's red sauce to help so overall the dish was pretty good!

Jim T.

9/6/25 While visiting family here in Santa Fe my wife and I were brought to this fine establishment. I enjoy the local non-chain restaurants. There was a friendly greeting at the door and then shown a window seat for the four of us. Found many choices on the menu along with the daily special sheet. What's not on the menu is the fact that they serve alcohol (beer and wine). I had the seasonal beet and goat cheese salad which is very filling and the tuscan wedding soup. That left no room for desert. Bummer as the deserts looked great. The dishes that the rest of our party had looked and smelled great. We will come back on our next visit.

Greg M.

Very good, not the best I've ever had, but very good. Cute, quaint place presently under construction with signs around stating their contractor can't be trusted and you park at your own risk. Came in at 2pm on a Friday and was surprised at the number of people in the joint (almost full). Waiter indicated that we were lucky to arrive when we did, as they had been jammed all day. Nonetheless, I ordered the chicken parm, as I'm on a chicken parm craze to find the best on the planet. This one was interesting. Flavorful chicken, though not overly crispy, and light on the red sauce over the pasta. Nice cheesy top and the sauce on the bird was very good. Came with mixed veggies, and that's a first. Was hoping I could swap that crap out for a salad, but was told that was a bozo nono. Ordered a side salad anyway which was very well done. We also ordered the cheesy garlic bread which was outstanding, not to mention the house garlic bread with pesto and marinara was most outstanding. The daughter had the backed penne, which was covered with a very nice blanket of mozzarella, as well as a good amount of veggies and ricotta mixed in. It was basically a lasagne with penne pasta, but don't let that deter you from the dish. It was excellent! Had the house cab. The glass was a typical Italian wine glass (small), but the wine was actually pretty good. I could tell they have a large following of locals, which speaks well to their reputation.

Lisa D.

Small nondescript building, a smidge off the beaten path. We were in the mood for something different on our way to the Plaza. We were quickly seated and the service was fast and friendly. They bring out marinara sauce with focaccia bread as an appetizer (they have others listed on the menu as well). I chose the chipotle chicken lasagna. It was GIANT and came out sizzling (think fajitas). Definitely has a kick and tons of cheese and chicken. We were stuffed so we didn't get to try the desserts but they have a nice array of desserts to choose from. We will be back!

John D.

Ah Italian food - another favorite. Of course being raised in an Italian household it takes me back. So I have an affinity for Mexican food holes in the wall. I have to say this one of the Italian variety. Our server brought pesto garlic bread with marinara. Bread was warm and marinara tasty. Small menu with a lot of choices - hmmm... I decide on the Veal Parmesan. It came with spaghetti & veggies. The veal was delicious- lots of cheese. Although a little overdone on the edges the rest was tender. Didn't eat much of the spaghetti or vegs. The veal was plenty. We also had the chicken chipotle lasagna. It came out of the kitchen still bubbling. Excellent flavor without being overly spicy. Plenty of food, the lasagna went home. There was a well stocked dessert case that we passed on. I Good independent Italian places are few and far between - this one is in that category. Looking forward to going back.

Vanessa T.

I came here with a friend and was not disappointed. She told us that we have to go early as it gets busier and she was right! We waited about 15 min before we got sat which was worth it! Service was great and food was delicious. When I'm back in Santa Fe, this restaurant is definitely on the list to eat at again.

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Brandi G.

5 years ago

Bland! I've had there pasta several times and it is bland and dry. Needs more seasonings and sauce. But maybe I'm wrong and this is how a true Italian food is supposed to be. read more

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John W.

3 years ago

Great pasta, and I always have a great time with my wife. I actually had my second date here with my wife here years ago and we have been ordering from here ever since. read more

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Rob K.

3 years ago

They have really good spicy sauce. Their tiramisu was tough. They are always busy so wait times can be long.

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Gail B.

3 years ago

Old fashioned Italian cooking - lots of tomato sauce and cheese, huge portions and friendly staff. Off the beaten path, but near Meow Wolf, so there aren't a lot of tourists. Frequented mostly by white, middle class eaters. read more

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Tyler L.

5 years ago

Good service and delicious food. Our food came out quick. I got the lasagna Bolloco and it was delicious. Definitely recommend. My wife got the chicken penne and it was pretty tasty as well. read more

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Victoria C.

3 years ago

Did a call in drive through order, service was quick and the food tasted great. I got a seafood pasta dish, very fresh.

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John T.

3 years ago

So right off the bat don't get mad about a wait. You will wait. But this place is working their butts off to get as many people in to enjoy the food as possible. Worth the wait. Some of the best Italian food I've had and I have been to places that costs 50 bucks a plate. Prices are very reasonable. Portion are great. Definitely think about sharing. Our group had the all meat pizza, chicken parm, side salads and the meatball sandwich. If you want Italian in Santa Fe. Look at going here. Next time in town we will be coming back. And the bus staff work super hard and are attentive. Please don't change anything. read more

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Donald V.

6 years ago

Huge portions. Delicious food. Was perfect!!!! Drive thru took a bit, but it was hot and amazing.

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Thelma H.

3 years ago

Birthday lunch for our Granddaughter was fantastic. Friendly staff, fast service, reasonably priced. Oh, and did I mention: GREAT FOOD! We found the restaurant by chance (we were searching for good Fettuccine Alfredo), and are glad we took the time to search. Try Piccolino; you won't be disappointed. read more

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Randal V.

3 years ago

arriving at piccolino,s you wonder am I at the right spot? well you are!! if great Italian food is what you are wanting you have arrived. this easily the best Italian food I've eaten in years. Don't be afraid if you see the line out of the door they move quickly. even it they don't it's well worth the wait. read more

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Bree D.

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12 years ago

We had to drive a little out of the way, but it was worth it - we were greeted by the waitress and she said to sit wherever we wanted. We got here at 5:00 and no one was here. However, it was completely packed by the time we left. The food tasted homemade. I got the baked ziti and a side garden salad - both were great. My husband had the Chicken tetrazzini, which he really liked (and I liked a little better than the ziti). If we visit Santa Fe again and want Italian, we will definitely stop by again! read more

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Jacqueline S.

3 years ago

Food was substandard. No ambiance. Would not go back. Not what I would expect from an Italian restaurant. Service was ok. Just not helpful.

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Joshua N.

5 years ago

We looked all over town for a great Italian restaurant to satisfy our marinara taste buds. Go no further, this is the place. The red sauce, the veggies, the meats and pasta - fresh, fresh, fresh, fresh! And DELICIOUS. The small town restaurant feel with the NYC flavors. You won't be disappointed. The staff are great, the prices are fair, and everything that came out of the window looks and smells amazing! read more

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Tami S.

5 years ago

Always quality food at a great price! Their salads are so fresh, pizzas are amazing, my husband loves the lasagna.

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Leslie C.

5 years ago

What can I say about this wonderful little cafe? That it's a must for anyone looking for a great Italian meal... they will get it here. I've eaten there several times and my go to dish is the lasagna boloco... it is eye rolling good. The pizza crust is yeasty and perfectly baked. You will never regret having a meal here... and be prepared to end up becoming a frequent patron! I highly recommend this little place! read more

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Debby A.

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Was recommened by a friend at our RV Park. Wow,, Food was great, and so was the service. We will certainy be back before we leave. read more

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Nicole T.

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3 years ago

Had a take out order of a calzone and a margarita pizza. You know the saying "there's no such thing as bad pizza",? Unless you go to this place. Worst calzone I've ever had hardly any bread, way too much cheese and very over salted! I know Santa Fe is not known for its Italian food but really??? They must not have any competition I wish I had gotten Dominos. read more

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James P.

4 years ago

Recommended for salad and pizza, not so much for pasta. Bread and marinara sause is a nice touch. Service depends on who you get...it can either be warm and friendly or just about downright hostile (I'm looking at you, middle-aged man). I'd go back, though. read more

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David S.

6 years ago

I have eaten here many times and have had many items on the menu and have never been disappointed! I decided to try the SUB sandwich today - WOW - best sandwich I have had in Santa Fe! Try it! read more

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Armando B.

5 years ago

This restaurant is as close to Italy as you can get in New Mexico. The servers were very friendly and considerate, and the seafood meal I had tasted like it had been caught fresh that morning. This restaurant is hands down my favorite Italian restaurant in New Mexico to date. read more

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Mike M.

11 years ago

Wonderful small out of the way place. It is small so be prepared to wait if you get there on a busy day. The staff was friendly and helpful. I ordered the filet mignon special which was cooked a perfect medium. I couldn't get over the freshness and pop of the sautéed vegetables, I could have eaten them by the pound. This will be a must visit again the next time we're in Santa Fe. read more

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Robert A.

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6 years ago

We had a taste for Italian food. I was in Santa Fe and wanted take out. Checked the reviews and remembered we had been here long time ago. Got the calamari and mussels to start. Reheated calamari in air fryer. Justified the purchase of each one. Mussels reheated nicely in microwave. Got one order of each of the lasagna dishes. Meat lasagna was good, just what I wanted. The bullock was as advertised and met the rave reviews. This is straight ahead, solid Italian food. No frou frou N. Italian dishes. We will make this a regular stop from now on. All to go orders picked up through drive through. I got there early and didn't know if my order was ready. Refused to get in car line if my order wasn't ready. Ended up waiting outside for my order whi read more

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Carolane M.

6 years ago

The food is delicious mainly Italian, they have a take out window on the side very authentic and reasonably priced. Just call in and pick up or by delivery. read more

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Carol J.

4 years ago

Always good! Not a bad dish on the menu! Very busy here and the staff does a great job. Very efficient service. My favorite dish is the veal parmsean. read more

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Mad L.

4 years ago

This place is perfect and everything we order is always delicious. Best crème brûlée ever.

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L M.

5 years ago

Most restaurants and businesses in Santa Fe are absolutely dreadful. BUT this place serves great food! Don't skip out on Piccolino's. Service is always good too. read more

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GM O.

153

10 years ago

"I came looking for eggplant Parmesan and then I read the specials!" Said one of our dining party. So we had two of daily specials, shrimp and scallop Santa Fe over linguine--divine! And chicken breast stuffed with spinach &a mushroom and wrapped in prosciutto accompanied with pasta al dente and fresh veggies. I had the pescatore (shrimp, fish, baby scallops, clams and mussels swimming in a lightly based red sauce) with linguine. It's difficult to cook seafood with any broth based dishes. They did a wonderful job and now we have left overs for the next three days, if they make it! We ll be back for that eggplant Parmesan! read more

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K. M.

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8 years ago

Hearty, tasty Italian food at a great price for Santa Fe. I guess solid is actually the word I would use. The place is more pedestrian than I expected from the reviews. Pretty loud. NOT romantic at all, if this is what you are looking for. Service was a bit spotty. Very friendly and accommodating, but not super attentive. Had to ask for water refills twice. The waiter never came back after we were served to see if everything was ok. The salad and food all came at once, so the timing was not great. Goat cheese salad was good. The wild mushroom ravioli special was quite good. The shrimp and scallop Santa Fe had well prepared shrimp and scallops in it (another special), but it was bland and somewhat uninteresting. The fried zucchini was a disappointment. Thin zucchini in a heavy batter. Not very exciting. The bread with sauce they give you when you sit down is chewy and also not super impressive. But then again, I go back to the value. Very generous portions at a great price for Santa Fe. read more

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Summer M.

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6 years ago

Tiny place with a drive through but we heard good things so we went in. Food was delicious! Took cheesecake to go after dinner and loved it as well! read more

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Susan D.

6 years ago

We love this restaurant. Good basic Italian food is served. My husband loves the chicken/eggplant parm combo. I usually get mushroom raviolis wit pomodora sauce. Always yummy! read more

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Clive W.

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8 years ago

This is new to us and a very welcomed addition to Santa Fe Italian choices. The good: it down home red sauce family fare. Nice portions of Italian basics which is harder for me to find here. Lots of pasta choices, sides choices and accompanying dishes. Lots of places here don't get the basic food eaters in this category like different noodles. I hate going somewhere and have to eat only an angel hair or linguini because that's what they feel like giving you. Not here. Want ziti. Fine. Want penne. Fine. The basics of Italian chefs is accommodation. It's red checkered table cloth Italian. Moderate wines and great sauce both marinara and pommodoro. Are worth trying. We loved it here. The bad. Server could have been more attentive. read more

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Martha S.

4 years ago

Absolutely exquisite! Found this on Yelp, & so glad we did. Got here on a Friday around 4:30. It was already pretty busy. But they seated & waited on us quickly. Must be where the locals go because they were already lining up by 5:00. We shared a beet salad which was fresh & large enough for two. I had chicken picatta, & my husband had the baked meat lasagna. Both dishes were delicious & we ate it all. Would definitely recommend & be back! read more

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Granite G.

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8 years ago

Great food. I had scallops and shrimp over fettuccine with a lemon caper sauce. Husband had penne with meatballs and marinara. We both had garden salads. Salads are not included in the dinner entrees, but it was worth the 3.99 extra. Service was excellent. The bread is very good. It's a small place, kind of noisy, but the food is worth it. You can go dressed very casual. read more

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Mike B.

6 years ago

I ordered meat lasagne and a plain pie. The pie was okay, but it was an excellent meat lasagne. I grew up working in an Italian restaurant back in Jersey and it reminded me of home. read more

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Ann L.

7 years ago

my husband and I are from Phoenix and we were at a bar after one of our long tour days and a gentleman just happened to recommend this restaurant to us! Both my husband and I were hungry for Italian so we took him at his word! Totally not sorry! The food here was outstanding! It seems to be just a little mom and pop joint but the food is so dang good! We shared the chop salad which was too big for us to finish and my husband had the penne with marinara sauce and meatballs...and I had linguine with meat sauce and sausage. Oh my God. Outstanding. If you are in this neighborhood or even if you're not...go... You won't be sorry! read more

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R C.

6 years ago

The place is set up kinda 50's ish They play 50s or big band music. The wait staff are ok. My family and I did not find the food very good. Possibly better than stofers, but even Olive Garden smokes it. If you want good Italian food, you must drive down to Trombinos in Albuquerque. read more

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RevJohn W.

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6 years ago

Great food, good service, and I've discovered a few new dishes I like by eating here. Unassuming, but a special place. The lasagna Boccolo (sp.?) is a must-try! Nice flavor on the bread, awesome roasted garlic. Will be trying more dishes soon! Glad these guys are in town. read more

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Sherry C.

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8 years ago

It was such a great restaurant! The portions were generous; the service was warm and prompt; the food was tasty. I especially enjoyed the flan. read more

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Gary P.

7 years ago

In our travels out West we haven't had a meal this nice. It was spectacular. It doesn't fit. They really need a larger and fancier place. read more

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Ron H.

5 years ago

Colorado retirees passing thru Santa Fe looked online for "best Italian food in SF" near where we are staying for the night along Cerillos and were directed to Piccolino's. Just returned to hotel after speaking to the owner and eating inside with COVID rules strictly enforced. We were warmly greeted, service was quick, the restaurant was immaculate and cozy and our meals were delicious. You can't go wrong if you choose to eat at this small but very special place. We'll be sure to return on our next pass thru Santa Fe. read more

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2890 Agua Fria St
Santa Fe, NM 87507
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(505) 471-1480
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Hours

What time does Piccolino open?

Piccolino opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Friday.

What time does Piccolino close?

Piccolino closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday.Piccolino closes at 8:30 PM on Friday.Piccolino is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Thu, Sat 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri 11:00 AM - 8:30 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Piccolino take credit cards?

Yes, Piccolino takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Piccolino have catering options?

Yes, Piccolino does have catering options.

Does Piccolino have a drive thru?

Yes, Piccolino has a drive thru.

Does Piccolino serve alcohol?

Yes, Piccolino serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Piccolino allow dogs?

Yes, Piccolino allows dogs.

Does Piccolino have TVs?

Yes, Piccolino has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Piccolino have bike parking?

Yes, Piccolino has bike parking.

Does Piccolino have outdoor seating?

No, Piccolino does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Piccolino have parking?

Yes, Piccolino has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Piccolino have free WiFi?

No, Piccolino does not have free WiFi.

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Sage Bakehouse

This bakery is so yummy! Fresh breads and delicious open-faced sandwiches. They seemed to have…read moreyummy pastries as well, though this was not what we craved that particular day. We came in here on our last day visiting Santa Fe in the summer and I'm so glad we did, as it was on my list of things to try after perusing Yelp for notables. I had a scrumptious white bean-roasted red pepper-melted cheese tartine on delicious, fresh house-made bread topped with a balsamic glaze. I think it was one of the better dishes I had while in town. It was served with an array of olives on the plate. So good! They were out of the egg salad sandwich by the time we arrived, which was something a family member wanted to try, but they ordered an avocado toast instead. Also great and served with olives. The service was fast and thoughtful. Order at the counter and your food is brought to your table. We found a great shaded spot outside for the five of us with a view facing the bustling bakery inside. Many people brought their bikes or dogs (allowed outside only) and met up with friends to eat and chat. At one point a server brought out an order of bread that we did not order, but he left it with us anyway, free of charge. So glad we got to try Sage Bakehouse and I'd definitely visit several more times when in the area!

Great place for breakfast, especially if pastries are your jam. Chai latte was delicious. Super…read morefriendly service and nice patio.

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OUTstanding Greek olive sour dough bread.

The Wrap Santa Fe

3.9

(36 reviews)

3.6 mi

A very nice surprise in downtown Santa Fe and open on a Sunday…read more Good menu with a mix of healthy options. I opted for a teriyaki chicken bowl, which was well priced and substantial with broccoli, chicken, kale and edamame over rice. Delicious! I will be back.

Absolutely amazing food fresh ingredients prices are just right. Very friendly staff. No doubt…read morewe'll be back again!!

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Jersey Mike's Subs

4.0

(35 reviews)

3.6 mi

I went and picked up two sandwiches from Jersey Mike's on March 15. Although the workers were…read moreunderstaffed and overwhelmed, the guy running the register was changing gloves between every task. I love to see good food safety! the sandwiches were also delicious.

Both Jersey Mikes on Coors Blvd Albuquerque NM are shorting on meat on the #13 Original Italian…read more Staff must be taking home the extra meat?!

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The Toasted Cheezer

5.0

(2 reviews)

198.4 mi

Tried the Pig and Fig and I must say it was one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I ever ate!!…read more Prosciutto, arugula, fig jam and perfectly melted cheese - delicious! And the truck owners could not have been nicer.

OH. MY. GOODNESS!!!! We came planning to get Yallah's, but decided to have a grilled cheese…read moreappetizer. We got the Wise Apple. Sooooo good!!! Perfectly buttery toasted bread with delicious melty Gouda and crisp honey crisp apples. Reminded me of fall adventures through Vermont. We added chicken. It didn't need it, but goodness if the chicken wasn't moist and very well marinaded. We didn't order it, but received a free sample of the tomato carrot soup. SPECTACULAR! Savory and yet sweet. Next time we will have to get the fried bologna grilled cheese and use it as a dipper in the soup! I can't wait for cooler fall days! We will be hunting down The Toasted Cheezer grabbing a grilled cheese and some of that soup and wandering around Santa Fe in our flannels, jeans and boots! Thank you Toasted Cheezer for making a simple delicious meal that is so full of nostalgia and warm, cozy feelings!

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Tomato carrot soup

Henry & The Fish

My girlfriends and I loved this place so much that it's the only restaurant we went to twice! The…read morefood is delicious, the ambiance was great, the employees were super friendly, and the prices were very reasonable! I highly suggest Henry and The Fish!

we are staying at the Hilton hotel in Santa Fe found this place after reading reviews. one and half…read moreblock walk . excellent food and service. i had the breakfast sandwich with bacon. my wife had the bowl of yogurt. excellent, the reviews are true. thanks.

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The vibe

Brioche Breakfast Sandwich

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Colorful optional outside seating Henry & The Fish

Tune-Up Cafe

Three of us stopped in for the breakfast which was delicious! The service was great. Comfortable…read moresetting.

We had the seasonal citrus salad, Chile Relleno, El Salvadorian combo plate with a pupusa and a…read morebanana leaf tamale and a cup of beef green chili stew. Oh also a prickly pear margarita. The chili was excellent came with a large side of rice and beans, lettuce, pico sour cream guacamole was absolutely delicious. Same as the salad I replaced the blue cheese with goat cheese and it was excellent. The dressing was so good and the fruit fresh. The margarita, perfect not too sweet not artificial tasting at all. Now, the tamale oh my goodness I've never had such a moist tamale maybe the best tamale I've ever had. The pupusa was delicious and they didn't skimp on the cabbage salad. I expected something different with the beef stew. It was much thinner and Brosier than I expected, but it had an absolutely delicious flavor and plenty of meat. I would definitely come back here and I would definitely recommend this to anybody

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Patio dining. Super chill low key fun vibe here!!!

Cubano sandwich and sweet potato fries

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Green chili soup

Picnic Cheese Shop

5.0

(8 reviews)

3.1 mi

I love a good charcuterie board but I don't love having to do it myself. Last minute, we dropped in…read morehere and picked up a beautiful, fresh & tasty cheese platter, so we could have afternoon nibbles for friends stopping by. We let the staff select the 3 cheeses and they also added dried fruit (dates, pear), almonds, jam, and fig cake. Looked great, tasted delicious and was even 20% cheaper than platters from another local fave nearby!

The most delicious and beautiful charcuterie! Highly recommend! The owner is so kind and her work…read moreis amazing!

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Rogue River Blue

Handheld Mini To-go

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Most sought after cheese in the U.S.

San Francisco St Bar & Grill

4.3

(54 reviews)

3.6 mi

You can tell they take pride in their ingredients. We enjoyed the meal And were talking about it…read moreall night. We stumbled across this place when we walked into a boutique and the two girls working their had takeout from there. It smelled so good. Will be back for sure!!!!

I'm beside myself on how good this restaurant is. I had the rack of lamb and it was superb and a…read morevery reasonable price. I honestly have not had better. My husband had the salmon, also great. Plus we had the chocolate torte and pecan cheesecake. Both made in house. It's right on San Francisco on the square. I'll eat here every time I'm in town. And the service was outstanding.

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Pretty empty.

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View from street level up to dining room

Cafe Pasqual's

Got a reservation through OpenTable for a Wednesday at 9:30 am breakfast before the long drive back…read moreto Oklahoma. This place feels rich in history and charm. The food was great! I had a smoked salmon on gruyere potato cakes and two poached eggs and it was amazing! The potato cakes are especially yummy. My husband got a crispy burrito with housemade chorizo and it was also delicious! Wish I could have tried them for dinner because their dinner menu looked bomb. Overall, a great experience and friendly staff!

Truly disappointed by tonight's meal. My family was looking forward to our last meal in Santa Fe--…read moreit fell flat . I've been here for lunch once before and it was great. What went wrong - 1) our meal came 37 minutes late. Another family had arrived after us was served and they left even before our meal came. 2.). Food was cold - steak and burger that we ordered came overcooked and cold What went well- servers were nice. Burrata & peach salad was delicious. For the $$$ we spent we just left unsatisfied and underwhelmed.

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Chorizo Burrito

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Piñon ice cream with caramel sauce and cookie

Tia Sophia's

We asked locals and visitors, the best place for breakfast and Tia Sophia's was the answer…read more While we were looking at the menu, we were seeing burrito's the size of our heads, coming out of the kitchen. We asked the waitress if handhelds were smaller and she said "oh, yes!". 4 of us ordered handhelds with various types of meat and one vegetarian. They arrived about the size of half a head. Still huge. Burrito's not folded on the ends. Loaded with meat, eggs, potatoes and cheese. They were so very good! I ended up opening mine up to eat the inside because it was really, really filling. Well done Tia Sophia's!

Super yummy breakfast burrito at Tia Sophia's! It was a harmony of fresh eggs, soft hash browns,…read moreand plentiful bologna (yes, go for bologna, it's unique to this spot!), topped with cheese and lots of green chili sauce. The green sauce wasn't too spicy, but it was full of flavor. I'd recommend asking for the bologna to be crisped up, though, the flavor was great but it needed more texture. We also ordered the blue corn piñon pancakes full stack of 3. They were unique, worth a try but probably a one-and-done dish personally. More earthy and hearty texture than regular pancakes, savory flavor with a blue hue, and the piñons gave it a fun crunch. The maple syrup however was not a good quality, too sugary vs maple, which affected the overall dish's taste. The atmosphere is decent, and the service was friendly. Waited about 5 min for a table at 10:00am Friday. Overall I'd recommend Tia Sophia's, their breakfast burrito was excellent so definitely order it!

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Enchilada plate

Tres Colores

If you're in Santa Fe and not ordering the tamale plate at Tres Colores, you're doing it wrong…read more This dish is the definition of New Mexico done right--two perfectly steamed tamales, one smothered in rich red chile and the other in savory green chile. The red has that deep, earthy flavor with just the right kick, while the green brings a brighter, roasted heat that balances everything out. Together? That classic "Christmas style" combo that hits on every level. The masa was soft and flavorful (not dry like you get at some places), and the filling was generous and well-seasoned. The sides sealed the deal--fluffy Spanish rice, hearty beans, and a fresh, crisp salad that cut through the richness perfectly. Portion size was solid, presentation was clean, and everything tasted like it was made with care--not rushed, not watered down for tourists. Service was quick, friendly, and exactly what you want when you're trying to keep a night moving. Authentic, satisfying, and exactly what you hope for when you come to Santa Fe. I'd order this again without hesitation!!!

We came in on a weekday around 7:30 PM. As we were driving by looking for parking, we saw the…read moretables and chairs being moved into the gravel. We thought we might have got the closing time mixed up so once we found a parking spot, I went over to ask. They said they were moving all of the tables so that they could clean the concrete pathway. We asked if it was OK we sat outside still with our dog and they said that was fine. They moved us to the other side of the pillar which we originally didn't mind but then quickly realized there's no lighting there. So we were eating dinner in a very dim lit area. After reading the reviews, we were excited to try the fish tacos, tamales, and fresh chips and salsa. Unfortunately, none of these really were superstar standouts for us. The blackened fish didn't have a ton of flavor. I found myself searching for a salsa that had a little bit of salt and flavor to spruce up the fish taco. I ate one of the three and my husband ate the remaining. The tamales tasted fresh and the ratio of protein to masa was great. We ate the tamale mostly without the mole sauce, which we didn't really care for. The salsa and chips that came out as an appetizer were fine. The salsas were different and flavorful. I wish that when they dropped off the different salsas (which they do on a rotation) they would have explained what each one was.

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Order up front and food brought to you

Beet salad. Fantastic!

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Atrisco Cafe & Bar

The service was great and the swirl margaritas were even better!! I had the half plate flautas and…read morehusband had green chile stew. Both dishes were yummy and a sopapilla for dessert was just right!! The service was quick and friendly, so we will keep coming back!

This place is out of a mall, so perhaps I shouldn't have expected the food to be great but this…read moreplace missed in several other ways as well. After waiting our 30 minutes on their waitlist, they text us, called our party name once before moving to the next part to seat them as we walked up. Interesting hosting choice! Both the Diet Coke and Coke we ordered came out as if something was wrong with the carbonation. It seemed they replaced the Diet Coke because the second one was good but my Coke was worse the second try. It's disappointing when they don't have cans for situations like this because I was offered to continue drinking water and they would remove the coke, a pretty sorry response IMO. My partners vegetarian and when her enchiladas were delivered there was chicken visible so she luckily didn't take a bite before getting it sent back for the correct dish. Manager was quick to stop by and apologize for the mistake and change out her fork at her request as they had taken her fork with the previous enchiladas. To be fair, their flautas were jam packed with chicken, but just didn't taste great to me, and it wasn't clear if it was the seasoning, ratio of chicken, or something else. Overall super loud atmosphere, and service was very slow, as we had to wait almost 10 minutes after requesting the check to have the card picked up. Overall there are so many better places for Mexican food in Santa Fe, I would not recommend anyone come here. The rice and beans were particularly bland, and I left with a stomach ache. To their credit, they did remove the coke and Diet Coke from the bill.

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Silver Coin Margaritas.

Hervé

Family-owned & operated

Casual dining

WOW. Wine here is AWESOMENESS!…read more Yelp friends ... Armando Rosales is the friendliest bartender I've met in a long while He's from Espanola so he's super down to Earth ! (Future manager I think) He let me sample some great wines 1) Signature Canyon Five ~ fruity. Unique 2) Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon ~ AMAZING ! I ordered number 2 to pair with my (incredible) FRENCH ONION SOUP If you have that on your menu I have to try it but this was truly exceptional ! Following that I had the New York Strip. Medium rare. GREAT but I did ask for a side of Green Chile. And Garlic Aioli for the potatoes Nicely cooked but I added some salt and chile to make it pop my taste buds. YES. I would order it again the same way The Pork Chop looked great as well Desert was also very good. Truffles and Port wine ...I love Port wine (Spicy chocolate truffles with lovely RED CHILE in them) I think I'd give these guys 6 stars of if I could because Armando was so cool toward me !

This wine bar was just ok. When visiting Santa Fe in the summertime, we stopped in for some quick…read morebites and a bit of wine tasting. The wine was not cold. We ordered flights of white and none of them were cold enough. I understand if they had been reds, but on a hot summer day, one just craves a cold glass of wine and/or bubbly. Once we were done tasting our wines and the food arrived, we had to ask a couple of times/people to remove the large glasses and apparatus they rested in from our table since there wasn't room for everything. The hummus and pita with hot honey and feta was pretty good, and our son loved his pasta dish from the kids menu, but that was the extent of the magic here. The paninis the rest of our party ordered were again, just ok. When I went to the restroom I was appalled. There was some really gross stuff sticking to the wall next to the toilet; I couldn't tell if it was barf or poop, but it really turned me off. Good thing we were already on our way out. The atmosphere is kind of a New Orleans vibe with a high ceiling and covered terrace upstairs with plants that you can see from the downstairs area. That was nice. The day before when I was walking around the Plaza, they had a big carafe of fruit-infused ice water outside the restaurant with plastic cups for people to help themselves to, and it was super refreshing. That was the best thing about this place.

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Johnny A.

13 years ago

This place is absolutely incredible. I am from New York and I know what good italian food is supposed to taste like. Piccolino never disappoints. With a decent price range and a HUGE menu to choose from....you just cant go wrong. In my opinion this is the best italian in Santa Fe! I would recommend this spot to anyone who wants a great italian meal at a reasonable price! read more

scott b.

17 years ago

We recently moved to Santa Fe, my wife is from San Francisco and I'm from the east coast. We fully enjoyed our meal at Piccolino from start to finish. We disagree with David G.'s review and agree that he should probably move back east where the food is more fitting for him. For the rest of us, we can continue to enjoy all the variety that Santa Fe has to offer. read more

James R.

13 years ago

WOW! What a great place to eat. Great service, great food and all at a reasonable price! I would recommend this place to any one with a craving for authentic hoboken style italian! read more

Ryan T.

2 years ago

This is one of the best Italian food restaurants I've ever been to. Keep up the great work guys! Food was excellent, and atmosphere was warm. Nice staff also. read more

JGriffin A.

3 years ago

Wonderful family atmosphere. Cozy & friendly. The service is outstanding, and the food is out of this world! A treasure among locals, you have to try it! read more

Evelyn C.

13 years ago

Wow!! Great service, great people, fresh food, great prices. The best italian food you will find anywhere in Santa Fe, anywhere In NM actually. read more