What a lovely spot! Came here for drinks and this place was beautiful and every detail was well…read morethought out and executed. Such a charming setting with prompt friendly service and yummy drinks. Drinks were on the pricier side but were good and worth it. Ambiance is a must!

The Dragon Room Bar was truly memorable. Although there's no reservation for an impromptu birthday…read moregathering of 8, we found a large round table not long after we arrived. We had been few years back for our anniversary and ever since then we had wanted to go back. The waiter did his best to gather extra chairs and we were able to all fit at the round table. To my amazement, we had found a spot for the night to celebrate my birthday. The waiter asked what we had wanted to start with besides water for everyone. We got a bottle of red wine started and some margaritas along with a manhattan. Then afterwards couple of fish tacos and some carne asada arrived. We had great drinks and tasty food. Everything is delicious and so much great fun vibes. A definite memorable birthday to remember at this small but fantastic bar. Here's to coming back to the Dragon Room bar sooner.

Secreto was hands down our favorite spot for drinks in Santa Fe. Tucked inside a beautiful hotel,…read morethe bar has an atmosphere that's both elegant and relaxed. The massive mirror behind the bar makes you feel like you've stepped into a classic Western movie, adding to the unique charm of the space. Their signature Sage Margarita is a must-try. The bar is filled with the subtle aroma of burning sage, which creates a memorable experience before you even take your first sip. The cocktail itself was delicious and unlike anything I've had before. My personal favorite, however, was the Mezcal Paloma. Our bartender, TJ, crafted it to perfection. Watching him work was like watching a magician at his craft, every drink was made with skill, attention to detail, and genuine passion. Between the beautiful setting, creative cocktails, and exceptional service, Secreto is a place I would gladly return to on my next trip to Santa Fe.

I understand many places are understaffed especially during big events like Indian Market. In case…read morea manager reads these reviews here are some suggestions. 1. Place signs around outdoor seating area notifying guests to place drink orders at the bar. 2. Designate at least one person to take orders at tables indoors. This should be easy to track based on who has menus and who doesn't. 3. Set up an online ordering system and place QR codes on tables for easy ordering. Give option to place orders at right or left side of bar. My aunt, mother and I were ignored multiple times by multiple staff after we asked at bar if we should order there and were told to take a seat and someone would be with us shortly. Two other tables that came in after us were served. I then had to go up to the bar to ask to pay as no one came by again even after all our drinks were empty for at least 10 minutes. Again multiple staff walked by us multiple times. Hard not to read into the reasons we were ignored specifically when several groups were being tended to.

Joes Tequila Bar is fun for tequila flights! The food was also wonderful! if there's a wait, it's…read moredefinitely worth it

Charming Patio, Decent Food, Better for Drinks Than Dinner…read more The patio is lovely. Cool, shaded, and surrounded by greenery. It feels tucked away and cozy, with heaters for chillier evenings. This is definitely a mezcal focused bar, so keep that in mind. Margaritas lean smoky thanks to the mezcal preference, which might be unexpected if you're used to a more traditional flavor... The chips and guacamole were just okay. The guac was overly whipped, and the salsa lacked spice. I had the asada tacos. good, though a bit dry. Service was a bit hit or miss, took some effort to get the waitstaff's attention. If I came back, it would probably be for happy hour rather than a full dinner. The vibe is great for drinks and a light bite, but not a must-visit for the food.

The live music was amazing. We arrived at the hotel late and needed to grab a bite before bed. The…read moreatmosphere was great with the music and fireplace. Our service was excellent and when we stopped in a few days later our server recognized us. Highly recommend for some live entertainment and delicious snacks.

Absolutely a must go when in Santa Fe. It's slightly off the downtown plaza area, so maybe it's…read moreslightly hidden? Worth the tiny bit of extra work. If you can snag a seat in the armchairs beside the real fireplace, consider yourself lucky.

I was in Santa Fe for a ridiculously niche lawyers conference and wandered into El Matador on a…read morerandom Thursday night. Then I came back Friday. And Saturday. Not because of the drinks. Not because of the atmosphere. Not because of the location. Because of Katya. Katya is not my favorite bartender. She is my favorite human being. I've spent enough time in bars to know when someone is good at their job. Katya operates on an entirely different level. She can take what feels like sixteen orders at once, remember every single one, deliver them with absolute precision, keep the entire room moving, somehow do the math in her head, and still make every customer feel like they're the only person sitting at the bar. The basement bar itself is exactly what a great dive should be; a shithole. Heavy hobo stab vibes upon entry, including Katya. Smell: multiple buttholes farting at once. Climate control: sweaty patron dependent. Lighting: liability. TV: playing a rotation of trash 80s DVDs . If business schools were smart, they'd study her. If hospitality groups were smart, they'd clone her. If Santa Fe has any sense at all, they'll do whatever it takes to keep her exactly where she is. Cash only, so come prepared. And bring plenty of it, because she deserves every penny. Katya must be protected at all costs.

Kind of a grungy, punk, divey vibe. Not exactly my thing, but where that feels unique to me this is…read morethe kind of place to remind yourself it takes all kinds. A busy setting and top candidate for beginning or ending your Santa Fe drunk parade. That is to say, it is fun. It is not refined. But it clearly does not want to be. :)

Friendly, attentive servers; mix of locals and tourists; decent food menu; cozy hotel bar with live…read moremusic nightly. That sounds like la fiesta to me. You may want to stick with beer or wine- the cocktails are yummy and inventive, but small. They're smumventive. Side note: If the hosts at La Plazuela (just steps away) try to seat you outside the plaza and into the perimeter side hallway "uninvited cousin" tables, come to the lounge while you wait for a real table. And, if you can't get a real table, just eat here.

Nice hotel, good food, but service they failed on serving us. We seated first. 2 white ladies came…read moreand seated down. The waiter served them first before us. So I ask the other waiter who is going to serve us. The only problem with that server is doesn't trained well. He said sorry I'm not your server etc. So we waited again, but both of us are hungry. I ask the other girl waiter, but she sounds upset and irritated. They're not that busy, the problem is where is the manager. I work in the food service and I will not act like that to my customers. Then they keep messing our food. How many times they have to come ask us, what food we wanted. But luckily the front guy, decided to give us free food. I really hope they got trained for more. But kudos to that guy who wear pearls his amazing. Maybe they hire him as a food service manager.

I stumbled in on this place to get Santa Fe night life and I'm glad I came in! The bartender a very…read morechill gentlemen who is the definition of Santa Fe. The bar only accepts cash, so make sure it bring it in small bills if possible! I came in on a night where there is live music (there was a cover charge, so don't be surprised if you come on one of those nights.) If you are in Santa Fe looking for night life, this place is a blast!

worst bar tenders so rude they need to hire new bartenders in the downstairs bar plus they need a…read morenew bouncer in the front .

We stopped into Agave Lounge at the Eldorado for a nightcap and another margarita on our "trail…read moretour" What we got was a warm welcome from bartender Skye and food and beverage connoisseur, Lucas. The signature Oro margarita was delicious, and we later tried the Sonoran, shown here which was also fantastic. Better yet was the wonderful conversation with staff on topics of food, travel, Santa Fe history, etc. we learned so much and really enjoyed our time! We were fortunate they had time to chat. Wonderful people! We had already eaten but were able to sample bread that will be part of a new menu coming to the lounge very soon. If this bread is any indication, food here is exceptional! The ambiance is gorgeous! Luxurious, cozy, high end vibes with museum quality art. Special place!

Agave is a really great option if you're staying or near El Dorado…read more I had the breakfast burrito when I was there during Lent. They were able to prepare it meatless for me and I couldn't have been more pleased. It had tons of flavor and spice and I thought the price was reasonable for what I got, even without the chorizo. And the portion size could've fed two people. The interior of the restaurant is super inviting and modern. Erika, my server, couldn't have been more pleasant, helpful, and attentive. The restaurant is an absolute must if you're staying at El Dorado. It is quality food at a decent price and is incredibly convenient. But even if you're not, it's worth a visit.

We went to Albuquerque and drove to Santa Fe one day. One of my brothers recommended The Shed and…read moreI'm glad he did! We were in Albuquerque during Balloon Fiesta as were thousands of people. I believe a large number of them went to Santa Fe the same day we did. It was very crowded. We went to have lunch and were told there was a wait of about an hour. We left a phone number with them and walked around while we waited. There was a line of people waiting to be put on the wait list! I think it took an hour or a little longer before we were seated. It was a gorgeous day and I would have preferred to sit outside, but we took first available and were seated inside. I think by the time we were seated, they were telling people the wait was about 90 minutes. Our server was Joe and he was great! He was also one of the bartenders. He told us from the start that he was also bartending but we had no lack of service. Our food was really good - and so was my margarita! The place was still packed when we left - and there were still people waiting. We loved the vibe and felt like the wait was worth it! If we're ever back in Santa Fe, we'd probably go back!

The Shed is has long been a favorite for visitors to the plaza area of Santa Fe. On my fifth trip…read moreto Santa Fe I decided to give it a go for an early Friday lunch. Very glad I did--we nabbed a courtyard table, and enjoyed our time immensely. It's a beautiful, comfortable spot. The food was satisfying and generous. Really recommend the corn chowder--tons of flavor, great consistency. The huevos rancheros were solid, not spectacular. Just not as spicy as I would have liked and the pintos were just average. The pork sliders were awesome, a great deal. Service was friendly and efficient. Lots of solid pros working together.

The Glorieta is one of the best drinks I've ever had. Cool vibe. Cozy atmosphere. Welcomingread more

One of the locals recommended this place to us for drinks, and we enjoyed it so much! The décor was…read moreso cute, and it was so cozy inside. They have three different fireplaces and a lot of areas to hang out. There didn't seem to be any table service when we were there on a Saturday night. My boyfriend went up to the bar to get us drinks, and he mentioned the bartender didn't seem to be that experienced, having to check the book frequently to know what went in each drink. She just poured all the ice from the shaker into the glass for my margarita mocktail, for example. They have a very fun drink list, and I enjoyed the mocktails, but they didn't blow me away. We would definitely come back for the vibes and we'd love to stay at the hotel next time. They also have a lot of cute and fun items in their little gift shop that's next to the front desk. So glad we found out about this gem!