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 !

During our recent stay in Santa Fe, we had dinner here twice. For me, the main attraction was the…read morewine tasting, but being able to have dinner there was a bonus. Our first visit was on a Monday night, and our server was fantastic. Forgive me for not remembering her name. I should have saved the receipt. As starters we ordered the bacon wrapped dates and the bruschetta. They allow you to choose four different toppings for each piece of bruschetta which is really nice because all the toppings sound so good. To drink, I had the minimal intervention wine flight, and my husband had the hatch green chili margarita. I enjoyed my flight, especially the Chenin Blanc, but can't lie, I was a little envious when my husband's margarita arrived! The bacon wrapped dates were tasty per usual, but the bruschetta was outstanding! We did not finish the bruschetta because we also had an entree coming, the Pasta New Mexico. It was everything you want pasta to be with a good kick from the hatch chili and red pepper flakes. We left fat and happy! Later that same week we came back on a Friday night, and it was hopping. It looked like there were two major big parties happening which initially concerned us that we might not make it out on time for our event that evening. However, we believe our server got our order to the kitchen before putting in the big one! Yay! And our order was the same as Monday night because we enjoyed it so much. The only thing different was my drink. I got that hatch green chili margarita, and it was super refreshing! Our food came out of the kitchen at a decent time, but we did notice that the bread on the bruschetta lacked the toasted/grilled texture that it had on our first visit. Maybe the kitchen pushed it out too fast or there was a different chef that night. It was still edible but not outstanding like it was the first time. Like most places, it is slower at the beginning of the week and very busy come the weekend which likely affects the quality of what you get. But overall, I think it's a solid place to drink/dine. If I get the chance to visit this city again, I will definitely come back.

We spent a lovely couple of hours at the Gruet tasting room in Santa Fe…read more The service was friendly and informative, the surroundings were pleasant (we sat in the garden). Every wine we tried was good (we're Gruet fans), although we were surprised there was no St.Vincent on offer. In fact our servers had never even heard of it??? We went for the whole hog, joined their wine club and ended up buying a couple of cases of wine. I'm certain we will have many more shipped to us. A lovely way to wile away an afternoon in Santa Fe.

We visited Gruet Winery on New Year's Eve and were pleasantly surprised to be seated quickly. This…read moreis a lovely, upmarket wine bar located inside the beautiful, historic St. Francis Hotel. I ordered the sparkling Chardonnay flight, and my husband and son enjoyed the coconut pineapple mocktail, which was surprisingly good. The service was friendly and the ambiance elegant. I'd definitely come back next time I'm in town to sample more of their wine selection.

Such a perfect hideaway for an afternoon glass of wine, a kiva fire, and a little local music…read more Freddie and Debbie Schwartz invite you in like you're old friends. And the history! An original Canyon Road business on one of the oldest continuously operating acequias in Santa Fe. I love this place!

What a hidden gem. Quite delicious tuna sandwich, fresh tasty, not tuna salad, remarkably good. My…read morewife had the egg salad sandwich with a glass of wine. Also both delicious and an ample portion. We ate in oversized backyard. Oldies playing the background, it was a surprising respite.

Overpriced Rude and grumpy service…read more Very nice guitar music . Food looked beautiful but beyond tiny portions that were ok but not just mediocre in taste .

Our first dinner in Sante Fe started off great. The staff is is really nice and welcoming. The…read moreinterior is small with tables fairly close. You can clearly hear conversations at each table from where we sat. That's my only complaint. On to the food. The menu is great. Our starters were the stuffed squash blossoms that we flash fried. We then had the Spanish Octopus with the lamb sausage and homemade humus. The chickpeas were roasted and provided a nice semi-smokey flavor profile humus. For the entree, my wife had the diver scallops with lobster and black "forbidden" rice. I had the duck dish. Both were very good. Our wine with dinner was a 2022 French Burgundy. It went well with the starters and entrees. We finished with a really nice key lime pie. It was one of the best we had. Not too tangy or sweet. Just perfect. We would definitely come back again when in Santa Fe.

La Boca was a standout Santa Fe dining experience. Our server, Jonathan, was exceptional -- he…read moreimpressed us right away with his extensive knowledge of at least five specials, plus wonderfully nuanced details about the wines and cocktails. That kind of hospitality makes the whole meal feel elevated. I had Le Flor, a gorgeous pink gin and elderflower cocktail that was as lovely as it was refreshing. The mussels with green sauce and dipping bread were an absolute must-order -- we could have made a meal out of that alone. The mango gazpacho with honey drizzle was bright, unexpected, and delicious. We also loved the chicken thigh skewers, which were flavorful and tender without being fatty, served with a beautiful yogurt smudge on the plate. The grilled eggplant with capers and manchego was another favorite, and the jamón croquettes were crisp, savory perfection. Creative food, thoughtful service, and a warm Santa Fe atmosphere. La Boca is the kind of place you leave already thinking about what you'll order next time.

This was my personal favorite dining spot we patronized in Santa Fe…read more I am very partial to small plates and there were plenty to choose from. I suggest mixing in an item or two from each section of the menu so you can experience tapas from each part of Spain. Extensive wine and sherry list adds to the authenticity although the girls reported that their sangrias were outstanding. Service was spotty and the only reason it's not 5 stars.

I understand many places are understaffed especially during big events like Indian Market. In case…read morea manager reads these reviews here are some suggestions. 1. Place signs around outdoor seating area notifying guests to place drink orders at the bar. 2. Designate at least one person to take orders at tables indoors. This should be easy to track based on who has menus and who doesn't. 3. Set up an online ordering system and place QR codes on tables for easy ordering. Give option to place orders at right or left side of bar. My aunt, mother and I were ignored multiple times by multiple staff after we asked at bar if we should order there and were told to take a seat and someone would be with us shortly. Two other tables that came in after us were served. I then had to go up to the bar to ask to pay as no one came by again even after all our drinks were empty for at least 10 minutes. Again multiple staff walked by us multiple times. Hard not to read into the reasons we were ignored specifically when several groups were being tended to.

Secreto was hands down our favorite spot for drinks in Santa Fe. Tucked inside a beautiful hotel,…read morethe bar has an atmosphere that's both elegant and relaxed. The massive mirror behind the bar makes you feel like you've stepped into a classic Western movie, adding to the unique charm of the space. Their signature Sage Margarita is a must-try. The bar is filled with the subtle aroma of burning sage, which creates a memorable experience before you even take your first sip. The cocktail itself was delicious and unlike anything I've had before. My personal favorite, however, was the Mezcal Paloma. Our bartender, TJ, crafted it to perfection. Watching him work was like watching a magician at his craft, every drink was made with skill, attention to detail, and genuine passion. Between the beautiful setting, creative cocktails, and exceptional service, Secreto is a place I would gladly return to on my next trip to Santa Fe.

Amazing creative food. Great service. Good drinks…read more Recommend the goat cheese stuffed squash blossoms. The crispy scallops aren't crispy but a good quantity for an appetizer!

Went for dinner. Food was great, service not so much!! The guy was awful! First no napkins or…read moresilverware. Next no butter knife. Ticket was wrong after it took 20 minutes to get it. Unreal!

I was in Santa Fe for a ridiculously niche lawyers conference and wandered into El Matador on a…read morerandom Thursday night. Then I came back Friday. And Saturday. Not because of the drinks. Not because of the atmosphere. Not because of the location. Because of Katya. Katya is not my favorite bartender. She is my favorite human being. I've spent enough time in bars to know when someone is good at their job. Katya operates on an entirely different level. She can take what feels like sixteen orders at once, remember every single one, deliver them with absolute precision, keep the entire room moving, somehow do the math in her head, and still make every customer feel like they're the only person sitting at the bar. The basement bar itself is exactly what a great dive should be; a shithole. Heavy hobo stab vibes upon entry, including Katya. Smell: multiple buttholes farting at once. Climate control: sweaty patron dependent. Lighting: liability. TV: playing a rotation of trash 80s DVDs . If business schools were smart, they'd study her. If hospitality groups were smart, they'd clone her. If Santa Fe has any sense at all, they'll do whatever it takes to keep her exactly where she is. Cash only, so come prepared. And bring plenty of it, because she deserves every penny. Katya must be protected at all costs.

Kind of a grungy, punk, divey vibe. Not exactly my thing, but where that feels unique to me this is…read morethe kind of place to remind yourself it takes all kinds. A busy setting and top candidate for beginning or ending your Santa Fe drunk parade. That is to say, it is fun. It is not refined. But it clearly does not want to be. :)

This spot was a neat hang out with a nice selection of Bosque craft beers. The server was by…read moreherself and pretty busy. She told me they could do flights but then basically wouldn't let me get one. So that was kind of odd. But she ultimately let me sample 3 I was considering.

It's a bar that is one of Bosque brewery. A group of us went there to meet up for karaoke. The…read morelarge room is divided into two sections. One side for karaoke and the other one is for patrons who are not interested in singing. Plenty of tv screens front of tables and some in the back. With one screen showing the music to sing to. When ordering drinks and food just get in line and order with the one bartender. Very efficient service and drinks come out fairly quickly. Overall very fun night to meet up and just enjoy some singing along with friends.

I don't give five stars very often, but this was a very special and unique meal. My niece has…read moreeaten hair and she highly recommended it so we made reservations for 5 PM. We were warmly greeted and we're happy. It was on the quiet side since they weren't busy yet. By the time we left, it was busy! We really enjoyed our server, Paris. He was warm and seemed to take a general interest in us. I shared my concerns with him that my pallet doesn't tolerate much spicy. He at all. He assured me there would be no problem in accommodating that. He started us off with a complementary prickly pear & lemonade drink which we loved! He also provided a complementary appetizer which was very unique and made out of avocado and mascarpone and some other items I don't remember. Why I didn't love it, I did enjoy hasting something so unique and different. We started with the best cornbread I've ever had that shaped like a cob of corn with three different kinds of butters. The cornbread is $12 and worth it! Next came the Caesar salad wrapped in some kind of egg roll wrapper and topped with an anchovy mixture. We split it so we each got two rolls which was plenty. We very much enjoyed the flavors in the salad. Don ordered the Wagyu short rib with polenta. While we don't love polenta, this was tasty and complemented the beef nicely. Don said this was the best short rib he ever had. I wish I had a picture of how they presented it. When they took the lid off, there was a lovely steam cloud and it smelled wonderful. I had scallops with each one placed beautifully on top of of really interesting wild rice and finished with toasted coconut. The pineapple salsa and the Hoja Santa Fe Oil were placed in small rounds in the middle of the dish because they had some kick to them. What was especially impressive, is the gentleman who brought out my meal leaned over and said that the Chef wanted to let me know that the two items in the small dishes had heat to them, but I was encouraged to give them a try for the full flavor. Impressive! I was able to enjoy the pineapple salsa, but the oil was a little too spicy for me, but I'm glad I tried it. We would've loved to try dessert, but we were fully satiated by our delicious meal. It was quite an experience and we look forward to returning.

Oh my goodness! Excellent food. Excellent presentations of food. I had the shrimp appetizer and elk…read morefor my entree. The waiter was kind and attentive. Everytime the food was saved, they explained all of the flavors and ingredients before leaving the table. Ambience was very modern.