Santacafé – American
Tucked away in a space that radiates sophisticated charm, Santacafé serves as a vibrant crossroads where refined global influences meet the freshest seasonal harvests. The kitchen transforms premium ingredients into artful plates, pairing the earthy, silken richness of porcini mushroom soup with the bright, citrusy notes of sheep cheese salad and delicate tuna crudo. Every bite, from the buttery decadence of Maine lobster rolls to the savory depth of Duroc pork dumplings, captures a sense of culinary artistry that turns an afternoon lunch or evening gathering into an elegant, worldly escape.
231, Washington Avenue, Santa Fe, NM, 87501 +15059841788 https://santacafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Santacafé
Dairy-Free at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Chicken Thighs, Lobster Salad and Grilled Pork Chop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Chicken Thighs, Lobster Salad and Grilled Pork Chop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna Crudo, Burrata & Poached Asian Pear and Maine Lobster Rolls. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Pork Chop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Calamari. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burrata & Poached Asian Pear and Orange & Sheep Cheese Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Calamari. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Santacafé
Santacafé in Santa Fe has 8 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burrata & Poached Asian Pear, Miso Sea Bass and Grilled Pork Chop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Santacafé
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Elk Carpaccio | 90.8 g | 57.9 g |
| Miso Sea Bass | 25.1 g | 40 g |
| Maine Lobster Rolls | 46.8 g | 29 g |
| Grilled Pork Chop | 5.9 g | 25.9 g |
| Lobster Salad | 21.6 g | 25 g |
| Cured Salmon | 0 g | 24.5 g |
| Tuna Crudo | 38.4 g | 22.8 g |
| Burrata & Poached Asian Pear | 53.2 g | 20.5 g |
| Duroc Pork Dumplings | 15.4 g | 17.6 g |
| Crispy Calamari | 13.8 g | 16.6 g |
| Sumac Crusted Rack of Lamb | 69.9 g | 12.7 g |
| Bolognese | 13.7 g | 4.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Dinner Starters
- Porcini Mushroom Soup - $20: Brown Butter, Parsley Ricotta Mousse, Smokey Pickled Mushroom Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Crudo - $26: Black Garlic Ponzu, Korean Chile Oil, Yuzu Confit Shallots, Pomegranate, Salted Plum Sesame Seeds Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orange & Sheep Cheese Salad - $18: Radicchio, Arugula, Caracara & Navel Oranges, Meredith Sheep Cheese, Thyme Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cured Salmon - $20: Pommes Paillasson, Crème Fraîche, Caviar Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata & Poached Asian Pear - $20: Vanilla Fig Puree, Sage Oil, Frisee, Tamarind Vinaigrette, Brioche Toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maine Lobster Rolls - $16: Baked Bread, Farm Greens, Tartar & Tarragon Butter Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $16: Horseradish, Parmesan, Croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Calamari - $18: Four Chili Lime, SC Tartar Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Salad - $30: Farm Greens, Watermelon Radish, SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duroc Pork Dumplings - $20: Ginger, Napa Cabbage, Sesame Tahini, Ponzu Dietary tags: Mediterranean, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elk Carpaccio - $22: Parmesan Coulis, Black Garlic Emulsion, Preserved Lime Vinaigrette, Truffled Sesame Crisp Available at: dinner
Dinner Mains
- Miso Sea Bass - $52: Crispy Bamboo Rice Cake, Bok Choy, Chipotle Dashi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Cheddar Perogi - $30: Green Curry Spinach Puree, Gochujang Caramelized Onions, Lemon Yogurt Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bolognese - $28: Pappardelle, Parmesan, Garlic Grill Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Chicken Thighs - $46: Marble Potato & Caramelized Onions, Braised Kale, Chicken Mushroom Jus Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Pork Chop - $46: Parsnip Puree, Leek & Sweet Potato Hash, Bacon, Pork Jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Bourguignon - $46: Carrots, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions, Appenzeller Swiss Potato Croquette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sumac Crusted Rack of Lamb - $50: Harissa, Cous Cous, Mint Labneh, Parsley, Snap Peas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner
- Grilled Filet Mignon - $54: Pommes Dauphinoise, Grilled Asparagus, Celery Root Puree, Herb Butter, Veal Jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner
Frequently Asked Questions about Santacafé
- Is Santacafé dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Santacafé has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Chicken Thighs, Lobster Salad and Grilled Pork Chop.
- What can I eat at Santacafé on a dairy-free diet?
- Seared Chicken Thighs, Lobster Salad and Grilled Pork Chop carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is Santacafé gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Santacafé?
- Elk Carpaccio, at roughly 57.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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