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Food scene
Located just down the road in the village of Tesuque, The Tesuque Village Market offers breakfast, lunch and dinner with a variety of options from standard fare to New Mexican specialties. Inside the restaurant is a small market where you can find a few staple items as well as beer and wine.
72 locals recommend
Tesuque Village Market
138 Tesuque Village RdLocated just down the road in the village of Tesuque, The Tesuque Village Market offers breakfast, lunch and dinner with a variety of options from standard fare to New Mexican specialties. Inside the restaurant is a small market where you can find a few staple items as well as beer and wine.
Tucked away from the busy main streets but centrally located near the plaza, Joseph’s is a local favorite. The cuisine is contemporary American fare with locally sourced ingredients. They have limited outdoor dining and a cozy home-like interior. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
51 locals recommend
Joseph's Culinary Pub
428 Agua Fria StTucked away from the busy main streets but centrally located near the plaza, Joseph’s is a local favorite. The cuisine is contemporary American fare with locally sourced ingredients. They have limited outdoor dining and a cozy home-like interior. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Paloma is a Mexican-inspired restaurant and bar featuring modern dishes with roots in authentic Mexican cooking. They are located near downtown and the Railyard. Paloma offers outdoor dining seasonally and they are open every day for dinner only. Currently only offering in-person dining (not take out) but check website for updates.
55 locals recommend
Paloma Restaurant
401 S Guadalupe StPaloma is a Mexican-inspired restaurant and bar featuring modern dishes with roots in authentic Mexican cooking. They are located near downtown and the Railyard. Paloma offers outdoor dining seasonally and they are open every day for dinner only. Currently only offering in-person dining (not take out) but check website for updates.
For a delicious Japanese meal with incredible views, take a little jaunt to Izanami. Tucked up in the foothills on the way to Ski Santa Fe, this restaurant (and spa) will not disappoint!
61 locals recommend
Izanami Restaurant
21 Ten Thousand Waves WayFor a delicious Japanese meal with incredible views, take a little jaunt to Izanami. Tucked up in the foothills on the way to Ski Santa Fe, this restaurant (and spa) will not disappoint!
The Shed has been a Santa Fe institution since 1953. Located just off the plaza, The Shed is the perfect place to get your fix of New Mexican food. They are open for lunch and dinner and are always packed so reservations are highly recommended. Closed on Sundays.
160 locals recommend
The Shed Restaurant
113 1/2 E Palace AveThe Shed has been a Santa Fe institution since 1953. Located just off the plaza, The Shed is the perfect place to get your fix of New Mexican food. They are open for lunch and dinner and are always packed so reservations are highly recommended. Closed on Sundays.
Santa Fe’s oldest restaurant is located right on the Plaza and features New Mexican cuisine and your standard diner classics. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and have a newer sister restaurant on the opposite side of town, The Plaza Southside, if you end up far from the downtown.
43 locals recommend
Famous Plaza Cafe
54 Lincoln AveSanta Fe’s oldest restaurant is located right on the Plaza and features New Mexican cuisine and your standard diner classics. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and have a newer sister restaurant on the opposite side of town, The Plaza Southside, if you end up far from the downtown.
Neighborhoods
One of Santa Fe's main attractions is the Historic Plaza houses many of Santa Fe's greatest treasures. From history and art museums, to great restaurants and shops, you kind find a little of something for everyone.
17 locals recommend
Plaza Central
Plaza CentralOne of Santa Fe's main attractions is the Historic Plaza houses many of Santa Fe's greatest treasures. From history and art museums, to great restaurants and shops, you kind find a little of something for everyone.
City/town information
Madrid, a former mining town, is now a hub for the eclectic! This small town is about an hour drive from this property and is full of funky shops and sites!
140 locals recommend
Madrid
Madrid, a former mining town, is now a hub for the eclectic! This small town is about an hour drive from this property and is full of funky shops and sites!
If you are up for a day trip, the drive to Taos is a great choice. Like Santa Fe, Taos has a historic plaza filled with restaurants and shops. There are 2 different routes you can take to get there so maybe plan on taking one there and one back! A stop at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge is one you won't forget!
123 locals recommend
Taos
If you are up for a day trip, the drive to Taos is a great choice. Like Santa Fe, Taos has a historic plaza filled with restaurants and shops. There are 2 different routes you can take to get there so maybe plan on taking one there and one back! A stop at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge is one you won't forget!
Sightseeing
The Museum of International Folk Art is unlike most of the art museums you will find and is a must-visit! With revolving unique exhibits, it highlights a art genre that you will see remnants of all over town and throughout our property!
155 locals recommend
Museum of International Folk Art
706 Camino LejoThe Museum of International Folk Art is unlike most of the art museums you will find and is a must-visit! With revolving unique exhibits, it highlights a art genre that you will see remnants of all over town and throughout our property!
A stop at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge is one you won't forget! One of the routes from Santa Fe to Taos takes you across this magnificent bridge. There is a rest stop where you can park and walk to the middle of the bridge. While perhaps not the best choice if you are afraid of heights, it is quite a beautiful thing to see!
226 locals recommend
Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
A stop at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge is one you won't forget! One of the routes from Santa Fe to Taos takes you across this magnificent bridge. There is a rest stop where you can park and walk to the middle of the bridge. While perhaps not the best choice if you are afraid of heights, it is quite a beautiful thing to see!
Traveler advice
Customs and culture
Masks required indoors
Due to statewide COVID regulations, masks are required indoors in New Mexico. While indoor dining is currently open, you will need a mask just about everywhere you visit so please be prepared.
What to pack
High Altitude Preparation
Santa Fe is located at a higher altitude than most visitors are used to and it's important to be prepared. Please be sure to drink plenty of water throughout your visit, but specifically upon arrival. Some people find that they will get lightheaded or experience headaches and hydration helps ward this off.
The sun shines in New Mexico year-round so sunscreen is another important item to bring and use.
Book before you go
Reservations for popular restaurants
If you have your sights set on a popular restaurant, it would be a good idea to plan ahead and make a reservation. Favorite destinations often book up a ways ahead and you can save yourself a long wait or a last-minute scramble to find another place to dine.
Don't miss
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Santa Fe is home to a thriving Farmer's Market. Located in the Railyard section of downtown, we have a year round farmers market that highlights some of the best produce and products our part of the state has to offer!
Getting around
Cars are the best way to get around
Santa Fe has a public bus but the easiest way to get around is by car. Due to the location of our property, we recommend you have a car though some guests have been able to get around by using Uber.
What to pack
Bring comfortable shoes
Santa Fe is easiest to get around by car but parking downtown is not always easy. If you are planning on exploring the Plaza or Canyon Road, best to plan on parking in a central location and walking where you are going. Bring comfortable shoes so you can explore by foot. If you are sticking around the property and want to explore, some good tennis shoes will help you navigate the mixed terrain.
Getting around
Rail Runner
We have a commuter train, the Rail Runner, that runs daily between Santa Fe and Los Lunas, NM. If you want to take a day to explore Albuquerque and want a scenic, car-free way to do that, you can make your way via the train. There are 2 stations located downtown Santa Fe and it will take you slightly longer than driving but will provide you a different set of views along the way. Santa Fe and ABQ buses are free when you show the driver a valid Rail Runner ticket or mobile ticket.