Geronimo is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

1. Geronimo

9.0
724 Canyon Rd, Santa Fe, NM
New American Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews

SantaFeRedSantaFeRed: Special occasion? Pricey but divine! And celebrity spotting possible!

Marissa C.Marissa C: Santa Fe Institution, our go to for special occasions. Great atmosphere

Andrews C.Andrews Cope: Fantastic service. Sit on the patio. Constantly best foie gras preparations. Honeydew daiquiri is great. Elk cannot be beat.

Jambo Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

2. Jambo Cafe

8.9
2010 Cerrillos Rd (St Michaels), Santa Fe, NM
African Restaurant · 42 tips and reviews

ConnieConnie: Everything is good here! Take home some cinnamon plantains or sweet potato fries for a late night snack too.

Jason F.Jason Fugitt: Best sweet potato fries ever.

Debbie S.Debbie Swanson: Great local hang out. Yummy curry!

Secreto is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

3. Secreto

8.4
210 Don Gaspar Ave, Santa Fe, NM
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Santa Fe · 40 tips and reviews

Chuck 'Duce' D.Chuck 'Duce' Duecy: Try the Old Fashioned made with Black Maple Hill Bourbon.

Leahi M.Leahi Mayfield: John Congdon is my favorite so far...definitely changed my mins about this place, they found a great bartender!

Martini M.Martini Mike: Mmmmm baked goat cheese! And the lady had a smoked sage margarita. I had another perfect Martini.

Cafe Pasqual's is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

4. Cafe Pasqual's

8.9
121 Don Gaspar Ave (at Water St.), Santa Fe, NM
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Santa Fe · 110 tips and reviews

Kymberli F.Kymberli Frueh: My all time favorite "Go to" in Santa Fe. Dinner is amazing and breakfast is to die for! You can't go wrong with anything you order. For special occasions they really know how to treat you well!

Jess T.Jess Toochin: Great food, but expensive

Travel + LeisureTravel + Leisure: When tackling Pasqual’s breakfast chorizo burrito or nearly anything else on the menu, it is helpful to ask for the restaurant’s red chiles—sweet, smoky, and complex.

315 Restaurant & Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

5. 315 Restaurant & Wine Bar

8.6
315 Old Santa Fe Trl (East Alameda), Santa Fe, NM
French Restaurant · Downtown Santa Fe · 11 tips and reviews

LA76LA76: Nice & romantic spot, dine al fresco & enjoy exquisite app's & fabulous entrees!! The mussels are the best we've ever had!

starr c.starr clark: The bar menu is awesome!!! All items are $8 or you can get 5 for $35

Michael O.Michael Odza: Had delicious and romantic anniversary dinner -- salmon and steak. Perfectly cooked to our individual doneness requests and arrived at the same time -- a sign of excellent kitchen management!

Kakawa Chocolate House is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

6. Kakawa Chocolate House

8.7
1050 Paseo de Peralta, Santa Fe, NM
Dessert Shop · Downtown Santa Fe · 56 tips and reviews

Food NetworkFood Network: The staff will explain the food's history or take you on a tasting tour of different styles of chocolate. Stop in for truffles, chocolate elixirs, homemade ice cream or spicy drinking chocolate. Read more.

Stephen J.Stephen Jackson: The cost is MORE than worth it.. everything is handcrafted on site and exquisite! It's the first place I go when I'm in town...

Kronda A.Kronda Adair: To try:The Chili, 100% chocolate, Mexican van, coconut sugar, agave. Less aggressively spicy, sweet and creamy. Tzul has passionfruit, allspice, tarragon. Italian Citrus, lemon, orange peel, cinn, van

The Pink Adobe & Dragon Room Bar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

7. The Pink Adobe & Dragon Room Bar

8.2
406 Old Santa Fe Trl, Santa Fe, NM
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Santa Fe · 17 tips and reviews

The Santa Fe VIPThe Santa Fe VIP: THE DRAGON ROOM and New Tapa's Outdoor bar and the beautiful patio! Read more.

Mat L.Mat L: Gypsy Stew is a must try for lunch....

Terance W.Terance W.: Half price bar menu on quiz night Wednesdays!

izanami is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

8. izanami

8.6
21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, Santa Fe, NM
Japanese Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews

Kim A.Kim Ahearn: You know when it's so good you do a happy dance on your seat?! Amazing: pork ribs, miso sea bass, black noodles. Meh: gyoza w mole. Great service & atmosphere. Lovely ✨

Washington PostWashington Post: Tired of Brussels sprouts? Izanami frys the petals to a frizz and tossing the crunch with mint, lemon zest, chilies and puffed rice. A seat at the counter lets diners watch their meal being made. Read more.

Tricia H.Tricia Heaney: We love the tasting menu.

The Compound is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

9. The Compound

8.5
653 Canyon Rd, Santa Fe, NM
American Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

Debbie D.Debbie D: Thoroughly enjoyed every morsel while I was there. From the glass of bubbly, coffee, Scallops/Pork Belly/Polenta, spinach & the chocolate torte everything was amazing. This was absolutely the best.

MorganMorgan: The wild mushroom polenta is absolutely to DIE for. And if you enjoy a full body red, try the '06 Amorone. Perfecto.

Daniel J.Daniel James: Ambience, mid century art, love canyon road and the food and service is awesome. Eat on the patio if possible.

Tune-Up Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

10. Tune-Up Cafe

8.7
1115 Hickox St (at Cortez St), Santa Fe, NM
Mexican Restaurant · 80 tips and reviews

Michelle Z.Michelle Zong: Amazing wild catch tacos and vegetable squash salad with hashbrowns underneath. Must try their chai tea - made in house with real spices!!

Vanessa B.Vanessa Bowen: One of Santa Fe's gems. Remember to wipe the drool from your mouth before you leave.

Kelly U.Kelly U: This is seriously one of the best breakfast places in town. I always enjoy the eggs Benedict.

Casa Chimayo Restaurante is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

11. Casa Chimayo Restaurante

7.9
409 W Water St, Santa Fe, NM
Mexican Restaurant · 8 tips and reviews

Niki P.Niki Parker: Great blue corn enchiladas, a few veggie dishes to choose from and great local beers

CiaCia: Order anything.

CiaCia: I've visited Santa Fe since 1987 and am blown away by Casa Chimayo's authentic New Mexican cuisine.

Chez Mamou is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

12. Chez Mamou

8.2
217 E Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM
French Restaurant · Downtown Santa Fe · 11 tips and reviews

kraig k.kraig keller: Croque madame was the best version of this sandwich I've ever had.

Paul A.Paul A.: If you don't like this place, check your pulse. Some of the most incredible pastries I've ever tasted. Unreal.

Hanni R.Hanni Ross: Very friendly and accommodating, if a little slow. The croissants had rave reviews. Wonderful wonderful omelettes and salads, too.

Coyote Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

13. Coyote Cafe

7.6
132 W Water St, Santa Fe, NM
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Santa Fe · 49 tips and reviews

Marissa C.Marissa C: The elk is their signature dish, but you can’t go wrong with the wagyu beef either. Excellent service, pricey but worth it for a special occasion.

Eric T.Eric Tigre: Meet up with friends over margaritas, beer, and a late lunch on the Coyote Cafe Cantina terrace. Enjoy late afternoons in the sun up here over chicken enchiladas or tacos. Close to Plaza. Read more.

Kristen S.Kristen S: Get the jelepeno shooters. Super hot. I mean it.

Rio Chama Steak House is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

14. Rio Chama Steak House

8.0
414 Old Santa Fe Trl, Santa Fe, NM
Steakhouse · Downtown Santa Fe · 14 tips and reviews

Greg D.Greg Dvorken: The chocolate pot dessert is RIDICULOUS (in a good way)!

Craig B.Craig Bruce: Over 890 different wines!

Nancy A.Nancy Ackenhausen: The bar is definitely the place to be. Can get anything from a porterhouse to a salad. Energetic on most nights.

The Shed is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Santa Fe.

15. The Shed

8.6
113 E Palace Ave (at Washington Ave.), Santa Fe, NM
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Santa Fe · 125 tips and reviews

Hannah R.Hannah Rumbarger: Everything was delicious! Nice atmosphere, very cozy and great service. If you have room for dessert I recommend the apple pie!

Red C.Red Cell: Order Red not Green here. The Green is great, but the Red is outstanding.

Brian T.Brian Tercero: Carne Adovada plate w/ an extra enchilada, egg over easy on top, smothered w/ red, with a side of fresh green chile to smother myself. Fresh tortillas, & an Elite Poma Margarita (Patron Silver + Poma) Read more.