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Bonita Restaurant

4.4 (59 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Good for groups
Dogs allowed
Happy hour specials

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Kerry Y.

Everything was excellent. Full bar. Love the fajitas. French toast is excellent. Full bar.

Bonita Sandwich
Emily Y.

That was a really good sandwich! (the Bonita Sandwich) I really like the bread they used.

Sopapillo with honey
Shelli M.

Authentic. Place was super busy with locals. Food portions are generous. Staff is upbeat and professional. Prices were reasonable

Joshua D.

No no no, not the one from South Park. Cassey and Caleb mentioned this place a few times and when it came time to pick a place to grab some food, we flipped a coin for option A or B. Casa Bonita was option A and B was Adelitas. Well, we know how that coin flip went. Yes, this place has the same name as the famous restaurant in South Park but it is an independently owned place and has no relation to the show. Anywho, we dropped in on a quiet Tuesday afternoon and quickly ordered drinks and a three dip appetizer. We munched on chips and salsa/queso/quac while sipping beers and shooting the breeze. As with most Mexican-style restaurants, our food was ready in no time flat. I think I got the Burrito Grande and no clue what Cassey got but both meals looked good. Mine came with a sopapilla and Cassey had to explain the proper way to eat it since I was mildly confused on how my food looked. For the burrito, it was all the non-meat toppings on top of a tortilla shell with the meat inside that. I was going to put it all on the sopapilla and make my own burrito/taco until Cassey said I was supposed to eat it separately with the provided honey. After getting my situation figured out, I dug in. My meal (and the three dip appetizer) were all great. I was hooked on the queso dip. Their salsa was spot on. Guac... well, I'm not a fan of it. I don't hate it but I don't care much for the flavor or texture. The sopapilla was really delicious on it's own. I tried it with the honey but preferred it by itself. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal and time at Casa Bonita. The place still has a 'newness' feeling to it and I guess that makes sense since they only opened up a year or so ago. One neat feature that is more common in coffeehouses is the artwork on the wall is from local artists and is for sale. I know Santa Fe and New Mexico as a whole is a very artsy area but it was cool to see, even if the price tags on some of the art was outside my budget.

Alex the bartender serving a margarita
Connie A.

Alex the bartender is welcoming and energetic. He is a mixologist. If you want it; he can make it or provide a great suggestion. We had so much fun!! Margaritas and two appetizers before 5pm is half off. We had the coconut shrimp and carne arvada nachos---delicious! Friendly welcoming local crowd It was a BLAST

Donn D.

Talk about a little out of the way joint with a big appetite for pleasing folks! The tacos here are amazing! The service is quick and friendly, and the prices amazing. It's a hidden gem worth seeking out.

Chicken enchiladas with beans, rice, salad and a huge sopaipilla
Greg B.

I used to think Tomasita's had the biggest and best sopaipillas in Santa Fè. Today we enjoyed a nice lunch at Casa Bonita that included the biggest sopaipilla I've ever seen! Our lunch of chicken enchiladas and a chicken wrap were delicious. The servings are very ample for the reasonable prices. The restaurant is modestly decorated, but very clean and comfortable. A great place for lunch in the midtown area.

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Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the flavorful and varied food, excellent drinks, and friendly, attentive service. The lively and welcoming atmosphere is also appreciated.

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This place has like 8 parking spots. Not a point to even go if you can't park at 530pm.

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10 months ago

We enjoyed having breakfast at Bonita. Good food, good location, good service, fast, very nice employees, clean. Bravo!

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This is one of our favorite. Tried the chicken sandwich the blat, the huevos Ranchero. Service always good

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Good food great service happy hour drinks and appetizers. Will definitely be back. Variety of food to choose from.

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The mussels and liver plates were delicious. Very local feel on the patio which we liked.

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Three stars for the food. Very good carve adovada. One star for the abysmally slow service. Given everything, can't recommend.

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Really tasty, really cute. The fajitas were excellent. Not crowded. Good service. Recommend

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Closed 2 hours early because they felt like it, hours on door say open til 10:30. I came at 8:30 and they wouldn't let me in the door.

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Excellent place to eat!!! Service was great and is definitely a recommendation for anyone traveling through the area.

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El Callejon Taqueria and Grill - View walking in

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Valentinas - Menu

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