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    El Parasol

    4.2 (144 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Emma M.

    Best bean burrito of my entire life. The smell when you walk up to this place...... definitely sets you up for the amazing meal you are about to have. Just simply INCREDIBLE. Absolutely recommend if you are in Santa Fe!! The workers were really kind and helpful at the counter. I you el parasol I will be back!

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    Freethem A.

    Craving spicy queso and chips! They dont have queso so I settled for refried beans with cheese and salsa. It was delicious! Salsa is average, needs salt, beans too! Price was $12.00. I am a NM local so I've got high standards for this type of craving. Salsa was medium, no burn, flavor was good. Service is perfect. Place is clean and quiet for early mornings.

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    The air conditioning was excellent. Best ever. Restrooms were exceptionally clean. highly recommend. Also really enjoyed the chicken tacos.

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    Lauren W.

    I've heard a lot of great things about this restaurant, and I was excited to try it coming from out of town. Coming from Chicago and growing up around a lot of authentic Mexican food, I was looking forward to try a place that was marketed to me as authentic. A lot of the things on the menu did seem authentic, but they didn't have your standard Mexican street tacos with cilantro and onion, so some did seem pretty Americanized (eg lettuce and cheese). The steak taco was very good and the guacamole was tasty. I had heard the carne adovada was a must try, so I ordered it, and while the meat was seasoned and cooked very well, I thought the burrito was just okay. Being just meat in a tortilla, the burrito left a bit to be desired for me. Overall good, but I don't think I'd make a special trip back.

    Chicken tacos
    Jake T.

    Every time I go to Santa Fe this place is an absolute must. Burritos are great but the chicken tacos with guacamole are the best!! Make sure you eat here if you're ever traveling through you won't be disappointed.

    Eating El Pasasol meal inside our motor home with intense rain, thunder, and lightning Santa Fe, NM June 6, 2023
    Bruce O.

    June 6, 2023 - El Parasol Restaurant (Santa Fe, NM) We came here in search of a quick authentic Mexican food meal we could take back to our motor home at a nearby RV park. A dark storm was looming and we wanted to take it all in as we sat inside our cozy little RV with a glass of delicious California red wine, some warm posole (Mexican soup), and tacos. We showed up around 5:30 and got our order in pretty quickly. The woman at the register was friendly and efficient. Good service! We got a 16 oz. cup of beef posole, 2 beef tacos, and a vegetarian taco. They also do phone orders, so if you want to speed things up, call it in. It took about 10 minutes for our order to be filled. The restaurant is quite nice, with ample tables and chairs and a self-serve drink machine. Beautiful Mexican theme. A much classier version of a Taco Bell with much more authentic Mexican food. Food comes out on a self serve tray if you're dining in with styrofoam containers and foil wrap burritos. Our to-go food came in a brown paper bag with plastic eating utensils, napkins, and a container of red and green hot sauce - very hot sauce! Red much hotter than green. We got back to the motor home 5 minutes away and chowed down. The green chili posole was both temperature hot and spicy hot. I had to let it cool off before I could eat it. It was flavorful! The beef taco was to my liking, with a crisp fried corn shell and seasoned shredded beef, lettuce, and shredded cheddar cheese inside. Not gourmet quality but better than Jack in The Box. Not bad for a $4 taco. Wish I had remembered to add a little of their hot sauce. That could have amped things up a bit! I didn't try the vegetarian taco but my wife said it was good. Overall, the food was reasonable for the $21 we spent and it made being in the storm very enjoyable with rain, Thunder, and lightning filling the sky!

    Lara C.

    Nice variety of items on their menu. I really enjoyed the shredded beef taco and green chile chicken tamale. The tamale was much bigger than expected which was a nice surprise and packed good amount of heat! Their cookies are also delicious!

    Tonnette P.

    This place is off the beaten path and away from downtown, but it is worth the drive!! Amazing food-very well priced!

    Bacon Burrito Breakfast

    Staff is not friendly except for the girl who answers the phones, eggs have a greyish unsettling color to them in the burritos this was unfortunately a bust.

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    Still the coolest place around. Absolute must visit. A historic site with insane enchiladas.

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    Love their tacos!! They can get busy but it's worth it. I really want to try the other food but every time I just get the tacos lol

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    Ugh -no flour tortillas. Essential requirement for tacos. I'll pass. A breakfast taco is just not the same in corn.

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    El Callejon Taqueria and Grill - Barbacoa Taco Plate

    El Callejon Taqueria and Grill

    4.3(1k reviews)
    8.1 mi
    $$

    If you're in Santa Fe and don't stop at El Callejón Taqueria & Grill, you're seriously missing…read moreout!!! First of all, the service was incredible. The owner/server made us feel like we were guests in their home rather than just customers in a restaurant. Genuine, warm, and welcoming -- the kind of hospitality that instantly makes your night better. Now the food... WOW. The prickly pear margarita deserves its own paragraph. It was easily one of the best margaritas I've ever had -- perfectly balanced, refreshing, and dangerously easy to drink. If you come here and don't order one, you're doing it wrong. What I loved most is that this place is equally amazing for vegetarians AND meat eaters. That's rare. * The squash taco was absolutely incredible -- flavorful, perfectly cooked, and proof that vegetarian dishes can be just as exciting as anything with meat. * Meanwhile, the menu is also a meat-lover's paradise with tons of taco options and traditional Mexican dishes that pack huge flavor. Everything tasted fresh, bold, and made with care. You can tell there's real pride behind the food here. Between the amazing tacos, the unforgettable margaritas, and the genuinely kind service, this was one of those meals you keep thinking about long after you leave. 10/10 -- would go back every time I'm in Santa Fe. !!!!!! MARYLAND GO HERE!

    We got the mezcal margarita expecting something like a dirty mezcalito and it was not it. LToday…read moreseemed very light on tequila and very very light on mezcal but if you're a newbie you'd probably like it. But overpriced tbh Food was really good! Rellenos were covered in lots of red sauce which had the besttt flavor but absolutely no spice :/ the relleno also had 0 spice. 0/10 for spice level so also if you're a newbie go for it!! Beans on the side were topped with sour cream which actually was great! Also shrimp/fish tacos were delishh. Really good flavor and freshness. Would have been amazing to have some crispy taco options but soft was nice. Rice was the worst part of the whole experience! Soooo bland. Worst I've had in a long time for real! Thankfully the dishes have a lot of sauce to soak it up with. The bathrooms were cute but the men's bathroom is a one person and does not lock... anyways! We loved the vibe ambiance and the waiters were really awesome!! I'd recommend!

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    View walking in

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    Chips, salsa fresca, guacamole

    El Callejon Taqueria and Grill - Large bar with minimal restaurant seating.

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    Palacio Cafe - Huevos Rancheros with red chili

    Palacio Cafe

    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    8.4 mi
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    My wife and I were visiting A friends studio in Santa Fe 4/18/26 we fortunately stumbled upon…read morePalacio's Cafe. and took the table out front. When we ordered drinks the waiter politely informed that they weren't allowed to serve alcohol in the front but then directed us to a cute patio in the back. we felt very comfortable there with our dog. We ordered and my wife ordered a cup of Pozole with her meal not knowing that they give you a dryer version of this with the plates. The food and drinks were fantastic right down to the chips and salsa. Simlpe south west cuisine with flavors that are authentic and made with love. The menu is not extensive but you could through a dart at it and be more then happy with anything you hit. We were in Santa Fe for two days and ate at Palacio's both of them. We had a variety of their choices and absolutely loved every one. If your looking for real down home southwest fair try this place. Its like eating at Grandma's kitchen.

    There are a lot of great restaurants in Santa Fe where you can find good food, good ambience, and…read morefriendly staff, but many of the most recognized ones are large businesses and lose a little bit of the small town feel when you walk in. Palacio just Hits different, and is probably my favorite place to go for food in Santa fe. The owner and staff are outstanding, every single time. There's plenty of seating in the building but the perfect combination of the historic vibe and small town feel when you step inside really makes this place feel like you're having a meal with friends when you're in there. The food is always flavorful, quick and excellent.

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    Palacio Cafe - Huevos Rancheros with green chili

    Huevos Rancheros with green chili

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    Tres Colores

    Tres Colores

    4.6(303 reviews)
    8.4 mi
    $$

    If you're in Santa Fe and not ordering the tamale plate at Tres Colores, you're doing it wrong…read more This dish is the definition of New Mexico done right--two perfectly steamed tamales, one smothered in rich red chile and the other in savory green chile. The red has that deep, earthy flavor with just the right kick, while the green brings a brighter, roasted heat that balances everything out. Together? That classic "Christmas style" combo that hits on every level. The masa was soft and flavorful (not dry like you get at some places), and the filling was generous and well-seasoned. The sides sealed the deal--fluffy Spanish rice, hearty beans, and a fresh, crisp salad that cut through the richness perfectly. Portion size was solid, presentation was clean, and everything tasted like it was made with care--not rushed, not watered down for tourists. Service was quick, friendly, and exactly what you want when you're trying to keep a night moving. Authentic, satisfying, and exactly what you hope for when you come to Santa Fe. I'd order this again without hesitation!!!

    We came in on a weekday around 7:30 PM. As we were driving by looking for parking, we saw the…read moretables and chairs being moved into the gravel. We thought we might have got the closing time mixed up so once we found a parking spot, I went over to ask. They said they were moving all of the tables so that they could clean the concrete pathway. We asked if it was OK we sat outside still with our dog and they said that was fine. They moved us to the other side of the pillar which we originally didn't mind but then quickly realized there's no lighting there. So we were eating dinner in a very dim lit area. After reading the reviews, we were excited to try the fish tacos, tamales, and fresh chips and salsa. Unfortunately, none of these really were superstar standouts for us. The blackened fish didn't have a ton of flavor. I found myself searching for a salsa that had a little bit of salt and flavor to spruce up the fish taco. I ate one of the three and my husband ate the remaining. The tamales tasted fresh and the ratio of protein to masa was great. We ate the tamale mostly without the mole sauce, which we didn't really care for. The salsa and chips that came out as an appetizer were fine. The salsas were different and flavorful. I wish that when they dropped off the different salsas (which they do on a rotation) they would have explained what each one was.

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    Order up front and food brought to you

    Tres Colores - Beet salad.  Fantastic!

    Beet salad. Fantastic!

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    Sazon - Dulce Sinfonia: pure delight with layers of flavor and sensations of different textures in harmony

    Sazon

    4.4(802 reviews)
    8.2 mi
    $$$$

    tldr: THE SOUP This…read moreis a place where a tasting menu would be amazing because I'm sure everything is that good. Before they even bring the menu they bring out 7 moles to taste. Apparently moles aren't all dark chocolate spicy sauces ... ?!?? Loved the education and samples. I'm typically not a mole fan, but they were fun to try. We had the octopus but to me the sauce was too oily. The actual octopus was tender and delicious. Also had the duck skin tacos which were more of a minced duck meat taco and delish. The 5 stars go for impeccable service and the SOUP. This soup is not to be missed. Nothing on paper makes me think it should work but it totally does. It's a big lump of blue crap topped with creamy poblano pepper soup with whipped cream and amaretto and then topped with a spicy kick. Someone said cinnamon but for me it tasted more like hot red chili powder. Sounds incredibly weird but it was the best dish I've had in forever. Waitress was extremely knowledgeable and the chef was very welcoming and present in his cowboy hat! Space was cozy with amazing art. Perfect date night spot but plan to spend a bit of $$$

    I was hoping for more based on the menu and reputation…read more The bar was closed for renovations when we arrived and our hope to get a pre-dinner cocktail was not possible. We ended up sitting at the table early and having a drink there instead. We picked a pinto noir from the very extensive and well-composed wine list so it could open up a bit. A tasting of five moles was then brought to the table along with mini tacos to sample and choose which we wanted with our entre. I was partial to the red and New Mexico. As an appetizer I chose the foie gras which was slightly undercooked and had a bit too much berry compote. My entree was the seared duck breast which was also undercooked and difficult to cut. I was hoping for a crispy skin and it was rather soft and chewy. The dessert was good from the couple of spoonfuls I had but I was expecting much more overall.

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    Incredible setting

    Sazon - Lamb with Mole Selection

    Lamb with Mole Selection

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    Avocado ice cream w/beet sauce

    La Fogata Grill - Sizzling fajita

    La Fogata Grill

    4.1(379 reviews)
    8.2 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    8 years in business

    Delicious dinner for our last night in Santa Fe!! I got a Pacifico and my husband a Limeade! We…read moreshared chips and salsa. I got the Veggie Enchiladas Suiza and my husband got the Veggie Santa Fe Enchiladas! Both were delicious and fit our individual tastes. The restaurant has really cool decor! The service was a bit slow, but we weren't in a hurry, so it was not a factor.

    I hardly ever write bad reviews: but…read more.... From the moment we walked in, the service was a mess, slow, inattentive, and borderline dismissive. We waited way too long just to get drinks ordered, and it didn't get any better from there. To make things worse, we ordered empanadas and they brought out the wrong ones, but at that point we had already been waiting so long that it didn't even feel worth sending them back. That pretty much sums up the experience: just settle for whatever you get because getting it fixed would probably take forever. The food itself wasn't even the issue of temperature, it just wasn't good. The flavors fell flat, nothing stood out, and it definitely didn't live up to expectations, especially for the price. The only redeeming part of the entire experience was the drinks, they were actually solid and probably the only reason this review isn't even worse. Overall, between the terrible service, wrong order, and underwhelming food, I wouldn't go back or recommend it to anyone.

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    La Fogata Grill - Craft cocktails

    Craft cocktails

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    La Fogata Grill

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    El Parasol - mexican - Updated May 2026

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