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SantaCafe
231 Washington Ave.Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone:505-984-1788

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SantaCafe

Described as a Southwestern Bistro and a Santa Fe landmark, Santacafe has been inspiring guests with awe-inspiring fine dining and an upbeat attitude since 1983. Nestled in a 19th Century historical abode, the restaurant has four candlelit dining rooms complete with corner fireplaces and charming ceilings.

Website:http://www.santacafe.com
Area:Downtown
Category:Vegetarian, New Mexican, American, Burgers, Southwestern, Continental, Global, Mediterranean, Native American, Seafood, Soups and Salads
Services: Lunch Reservations:Yes
Lunch Reservations Recommended: Yes
Take Out: Yes
Beer/Wine: Yes
Full Bar: Yes
Outdoor Dining: Yes
Accept Local Card Care: Yes
Payment Type: Cash, Credit card, Local Check
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Restaurant Hours
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MON 11:30 AM 10:00 PM
TUES 11:30 AM 10:00 PM
WED 11:30 AM 10:00 PM
THUR 11:30 AM 10:00 PM
FRI 11:30 AM 10:00 PM
SAT 11:30 AM 10:00 PM
SUN 11:30 AM 10:00 PM
MENUS

FAVORITES
Crispy Calamari w/ 4-Chile Dipping Sauce
as main course w/ house salad - 9.50
7.5
Shiitake & Cactus Spring Rolls w/ Southwestern Ponzu
10
Santacafé Greens w/ Olive Oil & Lemon
5.5

APPETIZERS & ENTREES
Green Chile Vichyssoise
Cup / 3.00 bowl / 5.00
Basket of Housemade Muffins, Scones & Cinnamon Rolls
small - 3.50 large - 5.00
Bay Shrimp Salad Sandwich w/ Chipotle Aïoli, Tortilla Chips & Cucumber Salad
(available w/ sugar-free syrup upon request)
11
Bay Shrimp Salad Sandwich w/ Chipotle Aïoli, Tortilla Chips & Cucumber Salad
10
Grilled Organic King Salmon Sandwich w/ Basil
11
Fresh Mozzarella & Heirloom Tomatoes w/ Baby Arugula & Basil
10
Poached Eggs on Housemade Brioche w/ Heirloom Tomatoes,
10
Tarragon Chicken Salad w/ Arugula, Colorado Peaches & Piñon
9.5
Quiche w/ Gruyere Cheese, Spinach, Apple - Smoked Bacon & Watercress
10
Baby Spinach Salad Niçoise w/ Rare Seared Tuna & Garlic - Caper Vinaigrette
12
Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut w/ Fiddlehead Cous Cous, Capers & Preserved Lemon
14

SPECIALTY DRINKS
Sparkling White Sangria
5.5
Berry Lemonade
3.5

CLASSICS
Crispy Calamari w/ 4 Chile Dipping Sauce
small – 5.00 / large – 8
Shiitake & Cactus Spring Rolls w/ Southwestern Ponzu
8.5
Tiger Prawn Tempura w/ Red Chile Sweet & Sour
12
Shrimp & Spinach Dumplings w/ Tahini Sauce 4 Pc
6 Pc. 11.00
8

APPETIZERS
Poblano–Potato Chowder
5.5
Hawaiian Bigeye Tuna Tartare w/ Miso, Wasabi & Soy
16
Suggested: Penfolds 2005 Reserve Bin Riesling
10
Roasted Beets w/ Goat Cheese, Arugula & Pomegranate Vinaigrette
9
Sauteed Bay Scallops w/ Saffron Capellini & Chive Butter
13
Suggested: Penfolds 2005 Thomas Hyland Chardonnay
8
Santacafé Greens w/ Olive Oil & Lemon
5.5
Artisanal Cheese Plate:
Campo de Montalban Manchego, Colorado Camembert, Virginia Meadow Creek Dairy Grayson & La Perla Spanish Blue Cheese
11

MAIN COURSES
Roasted Poblano Relleno w/ 3 Mushroom Quinoa & Chipotle Cream
19
Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon w/ Saffron Cous Cous,Caramelized Fennel, Kalamata Olives & Parsley
27
Grilled New Zealand Rack of Lamb w/ Sweet Potato Risotto,Swiss Chard & Blood Orange
Suggested: Penfolds 2004 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 13.00
34
Pan Seared Emerald Valley Ranch Filet Mignon w/ Horseradish Mashed Potatoes,Apple Smoked Bacon & Haricots Verts
Suggested: Penfolds 2004 Thomas Hyland Shiraz 12.00
Miso Marinated Mahi Mahi w/ Sticky Rice Cake, Baby Bok Choy,Siracha Aïoli & Coconut-Kaffir Lime Broth
27
Grilled Double Cut Pork Chop w/ Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes,Brussels Sprouts & Dried Fruit Compote
26
Molasses Glazed Duck Breast w/ Pearl Barley,Sweet & Sour Cabbage & Cider Rum Sauce
Suggested: Penfolds Thomas Hyland 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon 9.00
28
Pan Seared Free Range Chicken Breast w/ Creamy Gorgonzola Polenta,Morel Mushrooms, & Marsala
26
Side of Green Chile Mashed Potatoes
split plate charge 4.00
4

DESSERTS
Tahitian Vanilla Crème Brûlée
Suggested: Penfolds Tawny Port 8.00
7.5
Chocolate – Walnut & Truffle TorteX
7.5
Toffee Pudding w/ Butterscotch Sauce & Chantilly Cream
7.5
Coffee Ice Cream w/ Piñon Crisp & Cajeta Sauce
7.5
Warm Chocolate Upside Down Cake w/ Vanilla Ice Cream
7.5
Blood Orange Tart w/ Pastry Cream & Caramel Sauce
7.5
Trio of Sorbets w/ Housemade Cookies
7.5
Artisanal Cheese Plate:
Campo de Montalban Manchego, Colorado Camembert,Virginia Meadow Creek Grayson & La Perla Spanish Blue Cheese
11

CLASSICS - LUNCH
Crispy Calamari w/ 4 Chile Lime Dipping Sauce
as Main Course w/ Small Salad 10.50
8.5
Shiitake & Cactus Spring Rolls w/ Southwestern Ponzu
8.5
Shrimp & Spinach Dumplings w/ Tahini Sauce 4 pc.
6 pc. 11.00
8

APPETIZERS & ENTREES - LUNCH
Seafood Chowder (contains shellfish)
Cup – 3.50 / Bowl – 5.50
Red Chile Onion Rings w/ Judy’s Catsup
5
Santacafé Greens w/ Olive Oil & Lemon
5.5
Baby Spinach 'Niçoise' Salad w/ Rare Seared Tuna & Garlic - Caper Vinaigrette
Pasta of the Day price varies
Omelet of the Day price varies

13
Roasted Pork Loin Sandwich w/ Gruyere Cheese, Caramelized Onions,Honey –Dijon Aïoli & French Potato Salad
11
½ Sandwich w/ Cup of Soup & Mixed Greens Salad
10
Free Range Chicken Enchiladas w/ Chimayo Red Chile & Black Bean Salsa
10
Warm Goat Cheese Croquette w/ Arugula, English Peas & Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
11
Grouper Fish & Chips w/ Green Chile Tartar Sauce & Coleslaw
12
Watercress & Red Leaf Lettuce Salad w/ Spring Vegetables & Buttermilk – Gorgonzola Dressing
w/ Dijon Tarragon Grilled Chicken Tenders 13.00
11
Grilled Asparagus w/ Watercress, Prosciutto Di Parma,Avocado & Tarragon Vinaigrette
13
Santacafé Green Chile Burger w/ Rosemary Potato Chips
w/ Asadero Cheese 9.00
8
Note: Menu items and prices are subject to change at any time.
 
SantaCafe » User Reviews
Posted by Edward G. on Thu, Sep, 09 2010
The Santacafe has a beautiful al fresco dining area that should not be missed; however, be careful ordering from the menu. In fact, do not order the...more
Posted by Amy E. on Tue, Jul, 20 2010
We've visited Santa Fe many times over the years, and Santacafe has always been one of our favorite stops. On our most recent trip, we brought my sister, a...more
Posted by Craig E. on Wed, May, 26 2010
Good food (expensive), rude service. In my experience, this is an expensive place with servers and management that act as though they are doing you a...more
 
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