The best restaurants in Sante Fe only seem to get better with time. Because even though Santa Fe may be best known for its art galleries and markets, outdoor adventure in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and one-of-a kind museums, it’s also home to a vibrant culinary scene. With Spanish and Indigenous influences and regionally specific ingredients, New Mexican cuisine is one of the most distinctive culinary traditions in the United States. It’s signature red and green chile-smothered enchiladas and burritos, a go-to for visitors and locals alike, are just the beginning of what you’ll find in the oldest capital city in the country.
The City Different’s restaurant scene spans acclaimed food trucks, sophisticated bistros, top-notch global cuisine, and great burger joints with many chefs pulling from the city’s creative well for only-found-here dishes. As a traveler, one of the best things to do in Santa Fe is to pull up a chair and get a taste of it all. These are the best restaurants in Santa Fe to map your next visit around—we promise, you won’t be disappointed.
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How we choose the best restaurants in Santa Fe
Every restaurant on this list has been selected independently by Condé Nast Traveler editors and reviewed by a local contributor who has visited that restaurant. Our editors consider both high-end and affordable eateries, and weigh stand-out dishes, location, and service—as well as inclusivity and sustainability credentials. We update this list as new restaurants open and existing ones evolve.