Santa Fe Restaurant Guide - The Santa Fe Flute School

Santa Fe Restaurant Guide
Santa Fe is a great restaurant city, and it can be difficult picking the best restaurant for your taste and
budget. Hopefully we can steer you in the right direction, based on restaurants we have visited or that
have a long standing history in Santa Fe.
This restaurant guide lists the restaurants in alphabetical order, however we will also be providing lists
broken by drinks, lunch, and dinner recommendations. We will provide those lists to each participant
in your welcome package. Please note that this guide is by no means all encompassing, but merely
scratches the surface of the Santa Fe dining scene!
Happy Eating in Santa Fe!
Scott and Claire
Restaurant
Bert’s Burger Bowl
Blake’s Lotaburger
Blue Corn Café
Bumble Bee’s Baja Grill & Burgers
Café Castro
Cowgirl BBQ
Coyote Café
El Parasol
Elevation Bistro
Five Star Burger
Flying Star Café
Il Vicino
Jambo Café
La Choza
La Plazuela at La Fonda
Maria’s New Mexican Kitchen
Mucho Gusto
Palacio Café
Café Pasqual’s
Plaza Café Southside
Sage Bakehouse
Second Street Brewery
The Shed
Tia Sophia’s
Tomasita’s
Tune-UP Cafe
Vinaigrette
Whole Hog Café
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Bert’s Burger Bowl
Address: 235 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 982-0215
Prices: $
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Closed Saturday and Sunday
Website: www.bertsburgerbowl.com
Featured on Food Network's® Diners, Drive-in's, and Dives!!!
Bert's has been locally owned and operated since 1954. It's one of the last
original drive-ins in Santa Fe. They have a covered heated patio seating as
well as outdoor seating available.
Santa Fe Traditions
Frijoles con chile : Pint of beans with ground
beef & red or green chile
Burritos
Bean : Refried beans, onions, cheese, & red or green
chile
Frito Pie : Pint of beans with red chile served Combination : Ground beef, refried beans, onions,
with onions, cheese, & a side of corn chips. A cheese, & red or green chile
Santa Fe Original!
Taco : One hard shell corn tortilla filled with
Potato : Potatoes, ground beef, refried beans, cheese, &
seasoned ground beef with red or green chile, red or green chile
onions, lettuce, & cheese
Tamale :Corn meal in a corn husk with red
chile & pork Delicious!!!
Beef : Ground beef, onions, cheese, & red or green chile
Taco Carnitas :
Carne Adovada :
Three pork tacos served on corn tortillas with Pork marinated in garlic, 3 different kinds of peppers and
cilantro & onions with your choice of red or
other spices, served with beans & cheese
green chile
Flautas de Pollo : Three corn tortillas filled with
chicken deep fried and served with sour
cream, guacamole, beans, lettuce, tomatoes,
& green salsa
Burgers
¼ pound beef burgers
Served with : lettuce, tomatoes, mustard,
pickles, & onions or the “old way”with onions
only. Burgers cooked to MEDIUM unless
specified otherwise
1. BBQ
2. Relish & Mayo
3. Regular
4. Chile
5. Cheese
6. Green Chile Cheese
Daily Special
A regular burger with double meat, small
fries, and medium regular drink.
Specialty Meat Burgers
Handmade ½ pound burgers all served with your choice
of a side: Chips, French Fries, Sweet Potato French
Fries Served with spicy BBQ dipping sauce, Onion
Rings, Jalapeno Cheese Fries : Large regular French
fries smothered in jalapeno cheddar cheese sauce
1. Lamb : Spicy marinated ground lamb served with
grilled pineapple and cilantro on a Kaiser bun as
seen on The Food Networks “Diners, Drive Ins,
and Dives”
2. Kobe : Lettuce, tomatoes, mustard, pickles, &
onions on a Kaiser bun
3. Bison : Lettuce, tomatoes, mustard, pickles, &
onions on a Kaiser bun
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Sandwiches
Chicken
1. Ham : Served with lettuce, tomato, and
Delicious marinated deep fried chicken.
mayo on a hamburger bun
2. Ham & Cheese : Served with lettuce,
1. 4 Piece : A leg, a breast, a wing, and a thigh
tomato, and mayo on a hamburger bun
2. 8 Piece : Two legs, two breasts, two wings, and
3. Ham, Cheese, & Green Chile : Served
two thighs
with lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a
3. 1 Pint Gizzards/Livers
hamburger bun
4. Chicken : Grilled chicken breast served
Chicken Dinners
with lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a
Served with French Fries and a piece of bread.
hamburger bun
“A” : A breast and a wing
5. Fish : Breaded deep fried Cod served “B” : A leg and a thigh
with lettuce, tomato, & tartar sauce on
a hamburger bun
“C” : A breast, a wing, a leg, and a thigh
6. Tuna Salad : Served on wheat or white
bread with lettuce and tomato
7. Egg Salad : Served on wheat or white
bread with lettuce and tomato
8. Grilled Cheese : White bread with
American cheese
9. Grilled Cheese with Green Chile
10. Hot Dog : Served with mustard, relish,
and onions
11. Chile Dog : Served with onions and red
or green chile
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Blake’s Lotaburger
Address: 404 N Guadalupe St
Phone: (505) 983-4915
Prices: $
Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Website: www.lotaburger.com
Claire and Scott’s Notes: Blake’s Lotaburger is the best “fast food” chain in New Mexico. Their
burgers are fresh and delicious. Of course our favorite is the “Lota Burger” with green chile and
cheese. And their green chile has a kick!
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Blue Corn Café – 2 locations
Downtown Address: 133 Water St.
Phone: 505-984-1800
Southside Brewery: 4056 Cerrillos Road
Phone: 505-438-1800
Price: $$
Hours: Open Daily 11:00am – 10:00pm
Website: www.bluecorncafe.com
“Blue Corn Café has been a local and visitor favorite for over 20 years. We feature casual New
Mexican cuisine, Pubfare and Award Winning, Handcrafted Beer”
Claire and Scott’s notes: Both locations have consistently good food. Downtown has a nice patio
overlooking Santa Fe. Southside has brewery. Claire’s favorite dish: Luis’ Green Chile Mac n’
Cheese.
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Patio at Downtown location
Green Chile Cheeseburger
Blue Corn Taco and Enchilada
Green Chile Mac N’ Cheese
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Patio at Downtown Blue Corn Cafe
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Bumble Bee’s Baja Grill & Burgers (Downtown)
Address: 301 Jefferson St, Santa Fe, NM
Phone:(505) 820-2862
Prices: $ to $$
Hours: Sunday to Thursday - 11 am to 8:30 pm / Friday & Saturday - 11 am to 9 pm
Website: www.bumblebeesbajagrill.com
Claire and Scott’s Notes:
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Café Castro
Address: 2811 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone:(505) 473-5800
Prices:$$
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
No website
Claire and Scott’s notes: This is one of our favorite New Mexican restaurants! It is a family owned
restaurant, small and cozy with AMAZING food. It is also incredibly affordable, with most entrees
under $10! Scott’s favorite dish: Carne Adovada. Claire’s favorite: Blue corn chicken enchiladas with
“Christmas” (red and green chile.) Fabulous sopapillas too!
Carne Adovada with a fried egg Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas
with “Christmas” chile
Flat Enchiladas with red chile
GREAT sopapillas!
Chile Rellenos with “Christmas”
Cozy dining room
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Cowgirl BBQ
Address: 319 S. Guadalupe St.
Phone:505.982.2565
Price: $$
Hours: Monday to Thursday 11:30 AM to 11:30 pm, Friday & Saturday 11:30 am to 12:30 am,
Sunday 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Website: www.cowgirlsantafe.com
Menus
BBQ and beyond! Whether you dine from our regional American seasonal specials or enjoy one of
the mainstays of our classic menu, you’ll be sure to get a lovingly prepared, wholesome meal made
from scratch. From all-natural steaks to vegetarian specialties, to house-made deserts – you’ll find
just what you need on the Cowgirl menu.
Nightlife
Nightly live entertainment is anchored by the best local bands; and with the added excitement of
national touring musicians, you can’t go wrong at the Cowgirl. Our musical lineage includes
performances by Townes Van Zandt, Patsy Montana, Magic Slim and the Teardrops, Ramblin’ Jack
Elliot, Shawn Mullins, Joe West, Mary and Mars and many, many more.
Taproom
Legendary margaritas, a dozen craft brews on tap, honest drinks, an engaging barstaff and now a
select wine list have made the Cowgirl bar a required destination for anyone looking for good times!
Weekday Happy Hours, seasonal patio tables and the best of local and touring bands round out the
formula that has garnered the Cowgirl “best bar”, “best bartender” and “best cocktail” awards from the
readers of the SF Reporter.
Claire and Scott’s note: Great patio, good food and very fun place. Good menu mix!
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Blue Plate Specials (lunch only) - $7.00
Monday: "Branding Iron" BBQ Chicken Platter
Tuesday: Chiles Rellenos, rice and beans
Wednesday: BBQ Pork Sandwich, fries and slaw
Thursday: BBQ Beef on a Bun, fries and slaw
Friday: Butternut Squash Casserole with small salad
Saturday: Sorry, no blue plate specials today.
Sunday: Sorry, no blue plate specials today.
Daily Beery Specials - $3.00
Monday: Sierra Blanca Nut Brown
Tuesday: La Cumbra IPA
Wednesday: O'Dell 90 Shilling
Thursday: Deschutes Porter
Friday: SF Brewing Black IPA
Saturday: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
Sunday: La Cumbre Hefeweizen
Happy Hour Specials
Two for one appetizers
$3.95 Margaritas (frozen or rocks)
Great Burgers!
Good Baby back ribs
Seasonal Salmon entree
Fun Patio!
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Coyote Cafe
Address: 132 W Water St Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: (505) 983-1615
Price: $$$
Hours: Daily 5:30 – 9:00 pm
Website: www.coyotecafe.com
“Elegant eatery featuring local & seasonal cuisine with Southwestern flair as well as cocktails.
Chef Eric DiStefano has earned an international reputation as one of the Top Chefs of the Southwest,
after an early career filled with awards and accolades. His signature Elk Tenderloin and Fiery Hot and
Sweet Mexican White Prawns have already become widely requested classics.”
Claire and Scott’s note: Coyote Cafe is a well known “tourist” restaurant. It is very expensive for
dinner, but you can also eat less expensively in the rooftop “Cantina,” although there is typically a
very long wait. Some say that Coyote Cafe is not worth the expense.
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Mark Miller’s cookbook
Fiery Hot Sweet Mexican Prawns
Elk Tenderloin
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El Parasol
Address: 1833 Cerrillos Rd
Phone:(505) 995-8015
Prices: $
Hours: Monday to Friday 7 AM-8 PM / Saturday and Sunday 9 AM-3 PM
Website: www.elparasol.com
Claire and Scott’s notes: Known for their tacos, this “fast food” family-owned chain has been in
business since the 50’s. There is no seating, or eat-in area, but worth a try if you are looking for tasty,
homemade food to go.
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Elevation Bistro
Address: 103 E Water St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 820-0363
Prices: $$
Hours: Open Daily 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
No website
Claire and Scott’s Notes: Very good food, in a comfortable setting. Rated 5 stars on yelp, 4.5 on Trip
Advisor. Nice patio in front. This is supposedly where the city’s restaurant industry employees go to
eat. Recommended for dinner.
Chile Relleno Special
Fresh Salads and Appetizers
Crab Cake Special Appetizer
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Five Star Burger
Address: 604 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 983-8977
Prices: $
Hours: Sunday to Thursday 11 AM -9 PM / Friday & Saturday 11 AM -10 PM
Happy Hour: Daily 4-6pm : $2.50 Draft Beer, House Wines $3.50, Food Specials $3 and under
Website: www.5starburgers.com/new-mexico/
Claire and Scott’s Notes: Very good burgers, nice atmosphere. Claire’s Favorite: 5 Star Burger, fried
green beans, fried green chile strips. Fun for lunch or dinner. Good Happy Hour!
Burgers
Our Angus Beef is fresh, all natural, antibiotic free from Harris Ranch. We grind and form our burgers
daily, grill to your taste and serve on a toasted brioche bun.
5 Star Burger - Gorgonzola Cheese – Applewood Smoked Bacon
9.75
Old Timer - Tomato – Lettuce – Onion – Pickle – Condiments
8.75
Taos Burger - Crispy Green Chile – BBQ Sauce – Cheddar
9.50
Green Chile Cheeseburger - Green Chile – Pepper Jack Cheese – Green Chile Mayo
9.75
Bison Burger - Durham Ranch – Grilled Onions – Grilled Medium
11.25
Spicy Cow - Housemade Horseradish Sauce – Onion Rings – American Cheese
9.50
Specialty Burgers & Sandwiches
5 Star Turkey Burger - Sage – Onion – Peach or Cranberry Chutney
Green Chile Chicken - All Natural Chicken Breast – Green Chile, Pepper Jack Cheese, Green
Chile Mayo
Lamb Burger - Greek Tzatziki Sauce – Lettuce – Tomato
Crab Burger - Maryland Style – Sweet Chili Sauce – Tartar Sauce
5 Star Veg Burger - Roasted Veggies and Grains – Red Pepper Aioli
Portobello Stack - Crispy Green Chile – Roasted Red Pepper - Grilled Onions – Gorgonzola
Atlantic Salmon - Tomato – Onion – Mayo on Brioche Roll
Grilled Cheese - Cheddar, Swiss, Provolone – Bacon - Tomato Marmalade – Sourdough
Each Additional Topping – 1.00 Aged Cheddar, American Cheese, Pepper Jack, Swiss,
Gorgonzola, Smoked Provolone, Avocado, Fried Egg, Crispy Green Chile, Grilled Onions,
Mushrooms, Applewood Bacon, Jalapenos
8.95
8.95
10.00
11.00
8.50
8.75
12.00
8.75
Salads
Shanghai Chicken - Asian and Field Greens – Almonds – Green Onions – Water Chestnuts –
Sprouts- Crispy Won Ton Noodles – Sesame Seeds – Thai Peanut Dressing
Caesar - Romaine Hearts – Garlic Croutons – Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Spinach - Organic Baby Spinach – Gorgonzola – Strawberry Slices,Shaved Sweet Onion –
Glazed Walnuts – Dried Cranberries, Creamy Lemon Dressing
Chop Chop Chicken - Diced All Natural Chicken – Mixed Lettuces – Sweet Corn – Black
Beans -Cheddar Cheese – Slivered Almonds - Cilantro – Red Pepper – Celery – Green Onion
Cucumber-Tortilla Strips – Ranch Dressing – BBQ Drizzle
Iceberg Wedge - Crisp and Cold Iceberg Wedge – Apple Flavored Bacon – Tomato Avocado –
Bleu Cheese
9.00
7.00
8.00
9.00
8.00
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Nutty Quinoa - Quinoa – Silvered Almonds – Edamame – Sunflower Seeds – Red Pepper –
Dried Cranberries – Celery – Cucumber – Green Onion – Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
8.50
Add Gorgonzola Crumbles – 9
Side Caesar
3.50
Side Green
3.50
Available Dressings: Balsamic Vinaigrette, Blue Cheese, Ranch, Thai Peanut, Creamy Lemon
Add: All Natural Chicken Breast $3, Harris Ranch Beef Burger $4, Atlantic Salmon $7, Crab Cakes $5
Entrées
Harris Ranch Hamburger Steak -12oz of our Angus Beef – Char Grilled
12.50
Gorgonzola Cream – Carmelized Onions, French Fries- Grilled Vegetables
Asian Glazed Salmon
14.00
Char Grilled – Grilled Vegetables – French Fries
Crab Cakes
13.00
Blue Crab Cakes – Side Veggies – Cole Slaw – Tartar Sauce
Extras
5 Star French Fries
3.00
5 Star Sweet Potato Fries
4.00
Mixed Cart of Fries
3.50
Half Fries
1.75
Fried Green Beans
3.00
Fried Pickles
3.00
Cole Slaw
2.50
Green Chile on any Menu Item
1.00
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Flying Star Cafe
Address: 500 Market Street
Phone: 505-216-3939
Price: $$
Hours: Sun-Thurs 7am-9:30pm, Fri & Sat 7am- 10:30pm
Website: www.flyingstarcafe.com
“We have chosen to produce almost all of our food in-house from excellent ingredients because we
care about what you put into your mouth. NO MSG, added transfats, preservatives, or artificial
flavors.” They have gluten free, vegan and organic options, and free wifi.
Claire and Scott’s notes: Located in the Railyard (easy walking distance from The Sage Inn.) The
food is very good, but the wait can be very long on Saturday mornings and afternoon. Your food is
ordered at the counter and brought to your table. The atmosphere is a bit “cafeteria” like.
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Il Vicino
Address: 321 W San Francisco St
Phone: (505) 986-8700
Price: $$
Hours: Sun–Thurs: 11am–10pm | Fri & Sat: 11am–11pm
Website: www.santafe.ilvicino.com
Claire and Scott’s notes: Craving pizza? This is the best we have found in Santa Fe. Set in a
historic adobe structure, on one of the streets leading to The Plaza, this place has great food, nice
atmosphere and good beer and wines.
PIZZE
01 PIZZA MARGHERITA$7.50 | $5.95
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, fresh basil
02 PEPPERONI$7.95
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, fresh oregano
03 DA VINCI$9.95
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, capocollo ham, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, Portobello mushrooms, fresh oregano
04 POLLO E PUMANTE$9.75
Garlic oil, mozzarella, roasted chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, asiago, fresh basil
05 TESTAROSSA$8.95
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, roasted red peppers, calamata olives, caramelized onions, mushrooms, fresh oregano
06 SALSICCIA$9.25
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, tomatoes, fresh oregano
07 RUSTICA$8.95
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, calamata olives, roasted garlic, capers, fresh oregano
08 ANGELI$10.25
Sweet balsamic marinara sauce, mozzarella, roasted chicken, Portobello mushrooms, artichoke hearts, gorgonzola, fresh rosemary
09 CAMPAGNOLA$9.75
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms, goat cheese, fresh oregano
10 PIZZA AL PESTO$9.95
Fresh basil pesto, mozzarella, tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts
11 MOLTA CARNE$10.50
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, capocollo ham, calamata olives, mushrooms, fresh oregano
12 MELANZANE$9.50
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, grilled eggplant, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, oven-roasted tomatoes, fresh basil
13 BIANCA$9.75
Spicy oil, mozzarella, capocollo ham, portobello mushrooms, caramelized onions, goat cheese, gorgonzola, tomatoes, fresh rosemary
14 GAMBERONI$10.95
Spicy oil, mozzarella, fiery shrimp, tomatoes, asiago, red onion, fresh basil
15 FINO$10.25
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, turkey sausage, oven roasted tomatoes, goat cheese, fresh oregano
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CALZONE
16 CALZONE$10.25
Mozzarella, capocollo ham, feta cheese, roasted garlic, fresh basil, roasted red peppers, marinara sauce
17 CALZONE VEGETARIANO$9.50
Fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, calamata olives, marinara sauce, mozzarella, goat cheese
PANINI
Sandwiches, served with side salad
18 PANINO CON POLLO E PESTO$10.25
Roasted chicken, pesto mayonnaise, mozzarella, red onions, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers
19 PANINO CASINO$9.95
Capocollo ham, roasted turkey, tomatoes, provolone, red onion, Dijon mayonnaise
20 PANINO SPUNTINO$9.75
Roasted turkey, Portobello mushroom, mozzarella, tomatoes, red onion, sun-dried tomato mayonnaise
PIADINE
Folded flatbread sandwiches
21 HERO$9.75
Hard salami, capocollo ham, dijon mayonnaise, mozzarella, provolone, pepperoncini, red onions, tomatoes, romaine, house vinaigrette
22 VESPA$8.95
Roasted chicken, mayonnaise, fontina, tomatoes, spinach, pesto dressing
23 TACCHINO$9.25
Roasted turkey, fontina, goat cheese, caramelized onions, tomatoes, romaine, house vinaigrette
24 MEDITERRANEO$9.25
Chunk light tuna, sun-dried tomato mayonnaise, fresh oregano, capers, parmesan, red onion, romaine, tomatoes, house vinaigrette
INSALATE E ZUPPE
28 INSALATA DELLA CASA$3.95
Tomatoes, asiago on romaine, house vinaigrette (with Gorgonzola cheese add $1.00)
29 INSALATA IL VICINO$8.25 | $10.95
Roasted chicken, egg, tomatoes, gorgonzola, artichoke hearts, walnuts, on romaine, house vinaigrette
30 INSALATA CESARE$6.00 | $7.95
Traditional cesare dressing (blended anchovies, egg, fresh garlic, olive oil, lemon, Dijon) tossed with romaine, croutons, and asiago.
With roasted chicken add $1.00
31 INSALATA SPINACI$6.75 | $8.95
Gorgonzola cheese, roasted red peppers, pine nuts, red onion, on fresh spinach, pesto dressing
32 INSALATA PESCATORE$7.50 | $9.95
Chunk light tuna, romaine, calamata olives, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, feta, pesto dressing
33 ZUPPE DEL GIORNO$3.95
Soup of the day
34 ZUPPA E INSALATA DELLA CASA$6.95
Soup and salad
PASTA AL FORNO
25 LASAGNA GIARDINIERE$9.25
Layered pasta, fire roasted bell peppers and onions, mushrooms, spinach, ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, marinara sauce, pesto
26 LASAGNA BOLOGNESE$10.25
Layered pasta, marinara sauce, ground beef, sausage, tomatoes, onion, mozzarella, ricotta, fresh oregano, parmesan
27 PENNE ALFREDO$9.25
Baked penne, traditional alfredo sauce (butter, cream, parmesan)
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Jambo Café
Address: 2010 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone:(505) 473-1269
Prices:$$
Hours: Monday – Saturday from 11:00am – 9:00pm,
closed Sunday
Website: www.jambocafe.net
“Jambo Cafe is Santa Fe’s newest, award winning, ethnic restaurant. Chef-owned, Jambo’s recipes
come from generations of home cooking. Try something very different in the City Different. Come to
Jambo Cafe!”
Claire and Scott’s notes: Definitely not within walking distance from The Sage Inn, and definitely not
New Mexican food, but if you are looking for something a bit different, exotic and amazingly delicious,
we highly recommend Jambo Café! This restaurant has won the best ethnic restaurant award in
Santa Fe for 3 years straight. Scott’s favorite: Moroccan Lamb Stew. Claire’s favorite: Moroccan
Chicken Kebabs
Moroccan Chicken Kabobs
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Lamb Stew, Chicken Curry Combo
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Moroccan Lamb Stew
Coconut Black Bean Soup
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Sides (cont.)
Jerk Chicken Sandwich
Sandwiches & Wraps (cont.)
Grilled Marinated Beef Kabobs
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La Choza
Address: 905 Alarid St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501
Phone: (505) 982-0909
Price: $$
Hours: Monday to Saturday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm, 5:00 – 9:00 pm, Sunday Closed
Website: www.lachozasf.com
Claire and Scott’s notes: This is the sister restaurant to The Shed on The Plaza. It has very good
New Mexican Food. Lunch menu is slightly lower ($$) than dinner. We highly recommend eating here!
Scott loves their Carne Adovada (but it can be very spicy!)
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La Plazuela at La Fonda
Address: 100 E. San Francisco St. Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: (505) 982-5511
Price: $$ to $$$ (dinner)
Hours: Breakfast 7:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. daily / Lunch Monday – Friday 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. / Dinner 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily
Website: www.lafondasantafe.com/dining-and-entertainment/la-plazuela-at-la-fonda
From their website: Our La Plazuela restaurant was the hotel’s original 1920s patio and it retains that sunlit Old World
charm. Skylights flood the dining room with natural light. Handsome carved furnishings, artisanal lighting, and our muchloved hand painted windows create a beautiful backdrop for a memorable meal. The menu showcases old favorites with
New World influences and authentic New Mexican cuisine, and our award-winning wine list is exceptional. La Plazuela at
La Fonda is Santa Fe’s gathering place. Come dine with us!
Claire and Scott’s notes: This is a Santa Fe institution! Although it is open for lunch, we suggest it
for a delicious dinner in an elegant, yet comfortable setting. You will not be disappointed. (Dinner
reservations recommended.)
Dinner Menu:
Soups, Salads and Appetizers
Tableside Guacamole*
Prepared with your choice of ingredients, served with corn tortilla chips 12
La Plazuela Tortilla Soup
Roasted tomato-pasilla chile chicken broth
with shredded chicken, Mexican cheeses, avocado and lime tortilla strips 8
Chilled Mango Soup*
Refreshing light pureed mangos, vegetables and coconut milk with avocado Cup 6 Bowl 8
La Fonda Caesar Salad
Fresh cut romaine hearts tossed with seasonal tomatoes,
sourdough croutons and cotija cheese Caesar dressing 10
Kale Salad*
Shredded kale tossed with papaya vinaigrette topped with crispy Jamon Serrano,
local asiago cheese, orange segments, carrots and spiced walnuts 15
Local Heirloom Tomato Salad
Sliced and served with baby field greens, cotija cheese crisp,
roasted Marcona almonds, fried goat cheese and balsamic reduction 14
Lump Crab Cakes
Pan seared and served with cucumber-carrot salad and spicy remoulade 15
Local Squash Blossoms
Locally grown squash blooms filled with New Mexico goat cheese,
tempura fried and served with roasted tomato sauce 13
Quail Breast Tacos*
Pan-seared quail breasts served in a sweet potato taco shell topped
with roasted corn black bean salsa, queso fresco and roasted jalapeno salsa 15
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Shrimp Ceviche*
Lightly poached and marinated in fresh lime juice with cilantro,
Spanish onions, chile Serrano, avocado and mango and fresh corn tortillas 13
Specialties of the Chef
All entrées are served with Fresh Baked Bread
Pork Tenderloin*
Char-grilled medallions served with peach salsa,
Mexican green rice and fresh seasonal vegetables 22
Petite Filet Mignon*
Char-grilled and served with chive compound butter,
smoky chipotle buttermilk mashed potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetables 32
Rocky Mountain Elk
Pan-seared medallions of elk “Denver Leg” served with a port wine demi-glace,
arugula pesto, roasted green chile-crimini mushroom risotto and fresh seasonal vegetable 28
Organic Chicken*
Achiote-lemon marinated roasted organic chicken breast served
with cilantro-papaya vinaigrette, Mexican green rice and fresh seasonal vegetables 17
Line Caught King Salmon*
Oven broiled, served with a key lime butter sauce,
green chile-crimini mushroom risotto and fresh seasonal vegetables 23
Sea Bass
Pan-roasted, served with spicy citrus herb vinaigrette,
saffron couscous and fresh seasonal vegetables 29
Cauliflower Steak*
Char-grilled, topped with sautéed sweet corn and leeks, served
with brown rice salad, grilled garden vegetables and roasted red pepper sauce 16
Roasted Cashew Cake
Roasted cashew loaf served with creamy cauliflower polenta, quinoa pilaf,
steamed broccoli florets, grilled squashes and roasted tomato sauce 16
Northern New Mexico Specialties
All, except for the tacos are served with your choice of pinto or black beans,
pork posole, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, shredded lettuce and sopaipillas.
Filet y Enchiladas
Char-grilled petite filet mignon served with two Mexican cheese enchiladas
and your choice of New Mexico Hatch red, green or Christmas chile 32
Rellenos de La Fonda
Two green chiles filled with Mexican cheeses, lightly beer-battered
and shallow-fried, topped with your choice of New Mexico Hatch red, green or Christmas chile 19
Enchiladas del Norte
Two rolled yellow corn tortillas filled with your choice of shredded beef, chicken or Mexican cheeses
and topped with your choice of New Mexico Hatch red or green or Christmas chile 17
with two eggs 19
Red Chile Pork Tamales
Two tamales topped with your choice of New Mexico Hatch red, green or Christmas chile 16
Burrito La Plazuela
A flour tortilla filled with your choice of shredded beef or chicken
and topped with your choice of New Mexico Hatch red, green or Christmas chile 15
Fajitas
Your choice of marinated and grilled beef skirt steak, chicken breast, shrimp
– or a combination of any two – with bell peppers and sweet Spanish onions.
Accompanied by corn or flour tortillas or both
19 for One / 27 for Two
Tacos
Your choice of pork carnitas, rockfish or vegetarian (portobello mushroom,
grilled sweet potato, sweet onion, squash and cilantro) in two fresh corn tortillas
with queso fresco and red, green and papaya salsas, accompanied
with green onion jicama slaw and black beans 19
Vegetarian tacos 15
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Maria's New Mexican Kitchen
Address: 555 West Cordova Road
Phone: 505/983-7929
Price: $$
Hours: Mon. – Fri. 11:00 am to 10:00 pm, Sat. – Sun. Noon to 10
pm
Website: www.marias-santafe.com
Claire and Scott’s note: Another local New Mexican favorite! Great chicken enchiladas, carne
adovado, and they have a margarita menu with over 100 different margaritas! (They do not have an
on-line menu to share)
Sample Menu
Blue Corn Enchiladas
the classic santa fe dinner (santa feans discovered the blue corn tortilla.) A flat enchilada made with
blue corn tortillas, lean ground beef or chicken and cheese. Served with spanish rice and refired
beans. Choice of red or green chile. (Available as a cheese-only enchilada - upon request.)
Maria's Combination Plate
this sampler includes a cheese enchilada, a taco with guacamole, a tamale, and a chile relleno.
Served with spanish rice and refried beans. (Available as vegetarian).
The Garlic Butter New York
A favorite at maria's for years. A thick, choice new york cut, charbroiled to your specification, basted
while cooking with fresh garlic butter. Served with spanish rice, onion rings and a garden-fresh salad.
Fajitas - Beef, Chicken, Or Vegetarian
Served on a sizzling platter with guacamole and our own pico-de-gallo on the side. Includes choice of
a garden-fresh dinner salad or a cup of soupy beans or posole (both made the old santa fe style!).
Steak & Relleno
A petite-cut top sirloin steak, charbroiled and served with one of maria's famous chile rellenos. Served
with green chile.
Blue Corn Enchiladas
Carne Adovada
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Mucho Gusto
Address: 839 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 955-8402
Prices: $$
Hours: Monday to Saturday 11 AM-9 PM / Closed Sundays
Website: www.muchogustosantafe.com
Claire and Scott’s notes: Winner of Open Table’s 2014 Diner’s Choice Award and Trip Advisor’s
Certificate of Excellence 2014 Award. Tucked away in a small shopping center, it is worth finding.
Very good food and comfortable atmosphere.
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Palacio Café
Address: 209 E Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 989-3505
Price: $
Hours: M-Sun 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Website: www.palaciosantafe.com
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Café Pasqual’s
Address: 121 Don Gaspar
Phone: 505.983.9340 1.800.722.7672
Price: $$$
Hours: Breakfast: 8am -3pm Daily - Lunch 11am, Dinner Served Every Evening from 5:30pm
Website: www.pasquals.com
“For thirty-one years Cafe Pasqual's has been serving emphatically flavored cuisine inspired by the
culinary traditions of New Mexico, Old Mexico, the Mediterranean and Asia. We are dedicated to
using fresh, seasonal, organic and naturally raised foods.”
Breakfast (served until 3 pm)
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Lunch Menu
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Dinner Menu
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Plaza Café Southside
Address: 3466 Zafarano Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone:(505) 424-0755
Prices: $$
Hours: Sunday – Thursday 8AM - 9PM / Friday & Saturday 8AM - 10PM
Website: www.plazacafesouthside.com/
“Boasting one of the most extensive menus of home-style diner cuisine in Santa Fe, the Plaza Café
Southside offers hungry people great food at a fair price, inventive and satisfying margaritas and
cocktails, and dessert concoctions that make you forget to care about calories.”
Claire and Scott’s notes: If you are on the South end of Santa Fe, this is a fun place to have good
food. Recommend fish tacos, enchiladas, burgers, Huevos Rancheros.
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Sage Bakehouse
Address: 535 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 820-7243
Prices:$
Hours: Monday to Saturday 7:30 AM – 2:30 pm, closed Sundays
No website
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Fresh bread
Almond Croissant
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Pear tart
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Second Street Brewery at the Railyard
Address: 1607 Paseo De Peralta #10
Phone: (505) 989-3278
Price: $$
Hours: MON - THUR 11AM-10PM FRI & SAT 11AM-11PM SUN NOON-9PM
Website: www.secondstreetbrewery.com
Claire and Scott’s notes: Across the street from The Sage Inn, at The Railyard. Good food, good
beer! Can get very crowded on Saturday during the Farmer’s Market, but a fun place!
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The Shed
Address: 113 E Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 982-9030
Prices:$$$
Hours: Lunch 11:00 - 2:30, Dinner 5:30 - 9:00 (Reservations
Recommended)
Website: www.sfshed.com
“The Shed, a dining institution since 1953 is located on Palace Avenue just east of the plaza. Look for
the small, vividly colored wooden sign that marks the entrance. The restaurant occupies nine quiet
rooms behind Prince Patio, with a sunny brick and flagstone courtyard, Customers can downshift a
couple of centuries and have one of the more satisfying experiences Santa Fe has to offer –“
Claire and Scott’s notes: This is the “Sister” restaurant of La Choza. Consistently voted as having
the best red chile in Santa Fe. It has a nice patio, cozy dining rooms and good food. It is a bit pricier
than La Choza due to the location, and can be very crowded with long waits.
Dinner Menu
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Fish Tacos
Outdoor Patio
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Pollo Adobo
Enchilada and Taco Plate
Restaurant Entrance
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Tia Sophia's
Address: 210 W San Francisco St
Phone: (505) 983-9880
Price: $
Hours: Daily 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
No website
Claire and Scott’s note: This is another of our top favorite restaurants!
Nothing fancy, very “homey” and the food is always great. Claire’s favorite:
Huevos Rancheros with Christmas. Scott’s favorite: Breakfast Burrito with
bacon and potatoes, topped with a fried egg. Yum!
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Huevos Rancheros
Stuffed Sopapilla
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Tomasita’s
Address: 500 S Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 983-5721
Prices:$$
Hours: Monday to Saturday 11:00 am to 10 pm, Closed Sunday
Website: www.tomasitas.com
“Tomasita’s restaurant is a Santa Fe tradition serving classic Northern
New Mexican Cuisine. Locally owned and operated in Santa Fe, New
Mexico by the Maryol/Gundrey family for over 40 years, we take great
pride in quality food, friendly and fast service, and great margaritas.
Santa Fe locals have consistently voted Tomasita’s BEST for: Best Red
Chile, Best Green Chile, Best Margaritas and Best New Mexican
Restaurant.”
Claire and Scott’s note: This is another Santa Fe “institution” with very good food and fun
atmosphere. It is within walking distance of The Sage Inn, and has a legendary “Swirl Margarita” that
should not be missed! This is THE place to get huge, fluffy sopapillas!
Blue Plate Tamale Special
Very nice Dining Room
Best sopapillas EVER!
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Lunch and Dinner Menu (prices slightly higher at dinner)
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Tune-Up Café
Address: 1115 Hickox St, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone:(505) 983-7060
Prices: $$
Hours: Monday to Friday 7 AM – 10 PM / Saturday & Sunday 8 AM – 10 PM
Website: www.tuneupsantafe.com
Claire and Scott’s Notes: Very good food. Eclectic, Bohemian atmosphere. No table service, but
nice patio in front. “If you are looking for a very casual, slightly cramped, unpretentious cafe’ that serves
up satisfying, well-known and also very unique cuisine, then the Tune-Up Cafe’ will not disappoint.”
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Tune-Up Café Patio
Banana Leaf Chicken Tamale
Tune-Up café at night
El Salvadoran Combo
Mushroom Swiss Burger
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Vinaigrette
Address: 709 Don Cubero Alley
Phone: (505) 820-9205
Price: $$
Hours: Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday 11 am to 9 pm
Website: www.vinaigretteonline.com
Clockwise from front: The Omega with seared ahi tuna;
Rockstar carrot cake; Salacho: dressed-up taco salad; Vineripened tomato Caprese; Carrot-ginger soup
Review from Santa Fe Reporter: There are sandwiches,
soups and sides as well, but salads are Vinaigrette’s chief
focus.) Vinaigrette redefines “salad” in a way that’s both
appealing and fun—Vinaigrette’s atmosphere is casual and
welcoming, with charmingly rustic décor. Eating healthy,
locally grown food in a cheerful setting, surrounded by
lovely people—sounds like positive change, right there.
Claire and Scott’s note: Very fresh, delicious salads. Really nice outdoor patio. Some think it is a bit
pricey for “just salads” but it serves locally grown produce with interesting combinations. Very short
walk from The Sage Inn!
SIGNATURE
SALADS
THE BEET GOES ON
Fresh baby greens and arugula tossed with tangy goat cheese, chopped pistachios, balsamic roasted beets and honeybalsamic vinaigrette. 11.95
Vinny Pick: Grilled Artichoke Hearts 16.95
APPLE-CHEDDAR CHOP
Grilled pork tenderloin over baby arugula, julienned green apples, pickled fennel and sharp cheddar, chopped and tossed
in a ruby port vinaigrette. 15.95
SALACHO
A dressed up taco salad with chopped red cabbage and romaine, tomato and corn, green and red onion, seasoned beef
and chorizo, cheddar and jack cheese with a cumin honey-lime vinaigrette. 12.25
Or with Roast Chicken Substitution
THE NUTTY PEAR-FESSOR
Grilled Bosc pears, bacon crumbles, toasted pecan halves and tangy Maytag blue cheese served with tender greens and
ruby port vinaigrette. 11.95
TUNA SALAD SALAD
Line-caught tuna, avocado, bell pepper, radish, red onion, celery, corn and romaine. Chopped and tossed in a tangy
lemon-dill vinaigrette. 9.25
With Tuna Steak Substitution 14.95
ASIAN CHOPPED SALAD
Chopped Napa cabbage and rice noodles, with julienned red bell peppers, scallions, shredded carrots, cilantro and
peanuts. Tossed with zingy miso ginger vinaigrette and topped with crispy noodles. 9.95
Vinny Pick: Grilled Flank Steak 16.95
THE OMEGA
Leafy greens chopped and tossed with sweet corn, diced bell pepper, tomato, avocado, red onion, cilantro and toasted
pine nuts. Dressed with blue cheese vinaigrette. 10.95
ARUGULA DUCK
Duck confit tossed with baby arugula, creamy goat cheese, balsamic roasted pears and hibiscus vinaigrette. 14.45
EAT YOUR PEAS
Fresh baby lettuce and sweet green peas with crunchy bacon shards, savory white mushroom sauté and Asiago cheese
with a tart vinaigrette. 10.25
Vinny Pick: Lemon-Herb Chicken 15.25
CHERRY TART
Dried cherries, mild feta cheese, peppery baby arugula and toasted pecans with champagne vinaigrette. 9.95
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Vinny Pick: Lemon-Herb Chicken 14.95
ALL KALE CAESAR!
Shredded super-food kale with a zingy, zesty lemon-anchovy vinaigrette, fresh parmesan and chopped Marcona almonds.
9.50
Vinny Pick: Today's Fresh Fish 16.50
CLASSIC
SALADS
COBB
Tomato, avocado, hard boiled egg, bacon, roast chicken and blue cheese chopped and tossed with fresh romaine and
classic cobb vinaigrette. 9.95
CHOP CHOP
Tomato, bell pepper, crisp romaine, garbanzos, salami, roast chicken, and provolone julienned and tossed in a creamy
balsamic dressing. 10.95
SPINACH-MUSHROOM
Baby spinach tossed with sautéed mushrooms, bacon, hardboiled egg pieces, slivered red onion and honey balsamic
vinaigrette. 9.95
Vinny Pick: Seared Diver Scallops 17.95
GREEK
Chopped cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, red onion and crumbled feta cheese. Tossed in our classic vinaigrette. 9.45
Vinny Pick: Grilled Shrimp 16.45
GARDEN
A bright mix of baby greens with shaved carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes and pickled fennel. Tossed in a zippy Romesco
dressing. 8.15
CAESAR
Flash grilled romaine hearts, scallions, and red onion slivers tossed in a lemony Caesar dressing with freshly grated
Parmesan Reggiano and croutons. 9.25
Vinny Pick: Seared Diver Scallops 17.25
FRENCH FRISÉE
French bistro staple with frisée greens, poached egg, bacon lardons and a warm shallot vinaigrette. 9.95
Vinny Pick: Hibiscus Duck Con?t 16.95
SEASONAL
SALADS
OKTOBER SLAW
Shredded napa cabbage and carrots tossed with apples, pecans and bacon crumbles, finished with fresh parsley and
creamy blue cheese dressing. 10.75
Vinny Pick: Lemon-herb Chicken 15.75
PEAR, PANCETTA & TALEGGIO
Baby spinach with chopped pancetta crisps and balsamic pears, tossed with sweet tangy vinaigrette and topped with
melty taleggio toasts. 10.75
Vinny Pick: Grilled Pork Tenderloin 16.25
STARTERS &
SIDES
ERIN’S MAC & CHEESE 6.50
With extra-sharp cheddar, jack and Asiago cheeses and served with sliced fruit and veggies.
SAUTÉED KALE 6.00
With garlic and ginger.
- - - - - Available after 5pm - - - - CHICKPEAS THREE WAYS 7.00
Fried & spiced; balsamic marinated; whirled into a tangy hummus--served with grilled ciabatta wedges.
SAUTÉED BROCCOLI 6.00
With red chile flakes, garlic and anchovy, finished with lemon zest and parmesan.
GRILLED HONEY MUSTARD NEW POTATOES 6.25
With grainy dijon, local honey and fresh rosemary.
PANCETTA WRAPPED ASPARAGUS 7.50
With blue cheese cream dipping sauce.
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SANDWICHES Served with side of Garden, Greek, Omega or Caesar
HOT TURKEY SANDWICH 10.75
House-roasted cumin-rubbed turkey breast with griddled red onion and tomato, fresh sliced avocado, mayo and
provolone, on toasted sourdough.
REUBEN 10.75
Savory corned beef griddled and layered with tangy sauerkraut, spicy Russian dressing and Swiss cheese on toasted rye.
CUBAN TORTA 10.75
Mustard-roasted pork shoulder and green chile ham, griddled with red onions and Swiss cheese on a split roll with
avocado and mayonnaise, chipotle and sweet relish.
ROASTED VEGGIE & PROVOLONE 10.45
Roasted bell peppers, onions and squash griddled with basil aioli and provolone, on sourdough bread.
TUNA MELT 10.75
Line caught albacore tuna with capers, chives, mayonnaise and Swiss cheese, sourdough bread.
SOUPS
CAJUN GUMBO 5.00 / 7.00
Classic gumbo with Andouille sausage, shrimp, chicken and rice.
MUSHROOM STEW 5.00 / 7.00
Hearty miso-based vegan stew with a blend of forest, button and porcini mushrooms.
SOUP OF THE DAY 4.00 / 6.00
Ask your server for today’s special soups.
DESSERTS
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE 6.50
Aromatic, autumnal, satisfying!
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE TORTE 6.25
Decadent & gluten free
ROCKSTAR CARROT CAKE 6.00
Impossibly moist, dense yet light, with a whipped cream cheese frosting
HOUSEMADE FRUIT PIE 5.95
Baked daily ask server for today’s fruit attack. Add a scoop 7.00
HOMEMADE ICE CREAM 5.50
Assorted flavors made daily.
------------------------BEER & WINE
THE RESTAURANT BEER AND WINE LIST CHANGES FREQUENTLY TO ALLOW OUR GUESTS OR ENJOY A
VARIETY OF OUR SELECTIONS
Patio at Vinaigrette
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Whole Hog Café
Address: 320 S Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:(505) 474-3375
Prices:$
Hours: Monday to Thursday 11 AM – 8 PM / Friday & Saturday 11 AM – 8:30 PM / Closed Sunday
Website: www.wholehogcafe.com
Claire and Scott’s notes: Award winning “World Champion” BBQ. Excellent food, nice casual
atmosphere. Great BBQ sauces!
Delicious Ribs
Excellent Pulled Pork
Tasty Brisket
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