Cozy neighborhood standby where Southwestern cuisine is accompanied by potent margaritas.
At a glance
#48 of 96 Mexican restaurants in New YorkLocalGuideWorld score: 4.30
Rating breakdown
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5 ★59%
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4 ★23%
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3 ★10%
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2 ★4%
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1 ★4%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Santa Fe?
- Santa Fe is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 441 reviews.
- How does Santa Fe rank in New York?
- Santa Fe is #48 of 96 Mexican restaurants in New York by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Santa Fe located?
- 73 W 71st St, New York, NY 10023, United States — 2.3 km from the center of New York.
- How can I contact Santa Fe?
- Phone: +1 212-724-0822 · Website: santafe71.com
"Santa Fe on the Upper West Side offers vibrant Southwestern flavors and tasty cocktails. I recently had the pleasure of dining there outside on a lovely spring afternoon and was thoroughly impressed.
To start, they bring chips and salsa which was flavorful. The chicken tortilla soup was rich and flavorful, with tender chunks of chicken, fresh ripe avocado that melted into the satisfyingly hearty broth, it was the perfect for a light lunch. Next time I will try the Birria when I have a bigger appetite.
As for drinks, the pomegranate margarita and Paloma were both refreshing and expertly crafted. The pomegranate margarita had a delightful tartness that balanced perfectly with the sweetness of the fruit, while the Paloma was light and citrusy, with just the right amount of fizz. My dining companion enjoyed the sangria.
One of the highlights of the experience was the quiet and easy atmosphere, making it a perfect place to chat with my companion over our delicious meal. So many places in this area or so loud you can not have a real comversation so this was a delight!
Overall, Santa Fe offers a fantastic dining experience with its low key and quiet environment, delicious Southwestern cuisine and excellent cocktails.
To start, they bring chips and salsa which was flavorful. The chicken tortilla soup was rich and flavorful, with tender chunks of chicken, fresh ripe avocado that melted into the satisfyingly hearty broth, it was the perfect for a light lunch. Next time I will try the Birria when I have a bigger appetite.
As for drinks, the pomegranate margarita and Paloma were both refreshing and expertly crafted. The pomegranate margarita had a delightful tartness that balanced perfectly with the sweetness of the fruit, while the Paloma was light and citrusy, with just the right amount of fizz. My dining companion enjoyed the sangria.
One of the highlights of the experience was the quiet and easy atmosphere, making it a perfect place to chat with my companion over our delicious meal. So many places in this area or so loud you can not have a real comversation so this was a delight!
Overall, Santa Fe offers a fantastic dining experience with its low key and quiet environment, delicious Southwestern cuisine and excellent cocktails.
Hidden gem!
Wonderful, strong margaritas. Loved their nachos, mushroom quesadilla was wonderfully buttery, and everything we tried was top notch. Service was super attentive and fast. Got us in and out in time for the theater.
Wonderful, strong margaritas. Loved their nachos, mushroom quesadilla was wonderfully buttery, and everything we tried was top notch. Service was super attentive and fast. Got us in and out in time for the theater.
I recently dined at this outstanding Mexican restaurant in NYC, and I can't stop raving about it! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm hospitality and an inviting ambiance. The menu offered a tantalizing array of authentic Mexican dishes that left my taste buds dancing with delight.
I got the enchiladas, which were a true masterpiece. Filled with tender, perfectly seasoned meat and smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce, each bite was a burst of deliciousness.
The margaritas were expertly crafted, striking the ideal balance of sweetness and tang, and they paired beautifully with my meal. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the cuisine.
If you're in NYC and craving an unforgettable Mexican dining experience, this restaurant is a must-visit!!!!
I got the enchiladas, which were a true masterpiece. Filled with tender, perfectly seasoned meat and smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce, each bite was a burst of deliciousness.
The margaritas were expertly crafted, striking the ideal balance of sweetness and tang, and they paired beautifully with my meal. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the cuisine.
If you're in NYC and craving an unforgettable Mexican dining experience, this restaurant is a must-visit!!!!
Really enjoyed the atmosphere , services excellent and food was delicious , see attached photos . Value for money , large portions , great cocktails , couldn’t but highly recommend it ! Thank you to my friend , great recommendation . Add to your to do visit when you visit New York . We both had Fajatis , one beef and one chicken , as you can see from photos mouth watering delicious . Five Star experience .
The food was fine, large portions. The fish was crispy and everything was enjoyable, but not particularly memorable. It didn't taste particularly like freaky made food. The staff was attentive but a bit distracted, even on a mostly empty house they forgot part of the order and brought the wrong check.
Where would you go during Cinco de Mayo?
I had friends visiting the city, therefore, I wanted to make sure they experienced the best, least commercial restaurant that the city has to offer.
As this is Manhattan, it's almost a job in itself to choose from thousands of great restaurants.
Santa Fe Restaurant is conveniently located in the West Side of Manhattan.
We had a large group, so we ordered an array of dishes.
Start with guacamole and salsa, shrimp over rice, and any chicken dish — everything is delicious.
Their dessert is so convincing that it's impossible to keep to your diet.
I’m not a huge drinker myself, but I saw guests indulging in several rounds in a bid to explore their wide range of cocktails.
I can’t wait to return!
I had friends visiting the city, therefore, I wanted to make sure they experienced the best, least commercial restaurant that the city has to offer.
As this is Manhattan, it's almost a job in itself to choose from thousands of great restaurants.
Santa Fe Restaurant is conveniently located in the West Side of Manhattan.
We had a large group, so we ordered an array of dishes.
Start with guacamole and salsa, shrimp over rice, and any chicken dish — everything is delicious.
Their dessert is so convincing that it's impossible to keep to your diet.
I’m not a huge drinker myself, but I saw guests indulging in several rounds in a bid to explore their wide range of cocktails.
I can’t wait to return!
The guacamole was good. ($15 for a small dish of it.) The water was cold. The table was available immediately, compared to a 30 minute wait where we tried to go first. The food truly was not very good. We ordered chicken fajitas and the chicken was so gross and chewy I had to spit it out in my napkin. The tortillas were obviously from a plastic package and smelled and tasted as such. The chips tasted like they came from a cheap grocery store bag. We didn't care for the salsa. Overall, we would Definitely not return. We were tired and just wanted to leave without a fuss but our food was pretty gross,in particular the chicken fajitas. We are used to fresh salsas, chips and tortillas so it was a real disappointment. The atmosphere outside was nice on a pleasant fall evening and the staff was polite.
Good Mexican food in warm atmosphere. This place has been an upper west side staple for years and still a reliably good Mexican restaurant. Much better than most others in the area. But it's not a typical taco joint. Menu more eclectic. The carne asada with mashed sweet potatoes and roasted zucchini is delicious.
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