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Palacio Cafe

4.5 (1.2k reviews)
Open • 7:30 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Enchiladas
Kathleen K.

I really liked it here. The bar is a good fit for solo diners. Excellent food and friendly, accommodating staff.

Combo plate
Danmo H.

We came across Palacio Cafe after The Shed told us their waiting list was 2.5 hours right after they opened. No thanks! Glad we kept walking! The staff at Palacio Cafe were so kind and welcoming. It the made our meal even more special! We had chips and salsa, green chili stew, and a combo plate. Everything was so fresh and delicious. Skip the outrageous long lines of the other places and come here!

Indoor seating
David S.

A bit disappointed. Service wasn't as attentive as expected (re: coffee refills, checking in). Pancakes were doughy and under-done. Flies visible and annoying at table. Probably won't be back.

Omelette, Christmas style
John B.

Great local spot to grab some local Santa Fe breakfast. I ordered a traditional breakfast with eggs over medium, bacon and potatoes. However, something must've gotten lost in the translation because I was served an omelette, Christmas style (meaning both red and green chilies, and it was simply delectable service was outstanding other than the confusion on my breakfast order, which the the server apologized multiple times for messing up my breakfast, but at the end of the day, it was actually a blessing because what I received was much better than what I ordered Ambience wise... The Restaurant was not that busy but had a nice quiet vibe to it. Made for a very enjoyable lazy morning. Coffee was standard fare and very enjoyable to go with my breakfast. My dining companion went a more healthy route with granola and yogurt and said everything was very tasty

Monica C.

Good experience. We were seated immediately for late lunch. The food came promptly and was really hot. We had a chicken burrito with Christmas sauce. We also had the salmon fruit salad. Both dishes were good. Tres leches cake was very relaxing.

Menu August 2025
Katie R.

Friendly service and delicious food in the heart of Santa Fe. We ordered a variety of different things from the menu. I got the Enchilada suizas, which was the special for the day, my boyfriend got the Chile Relleno Plate, and others got the frito pie, enchiladas, or a salad. Mine came with refried beans and others came with pinto beans. Both were good but I liked the refried beans the best. Portions were pretty big, some people shared, some had leftovers, and those of us that finished our plates left very full. There were different areas to sit including a couple rooms and a back patio. We were in the side room that was a little more plain, but the other room really had that New Mexico feel and vibe. We came for lunch on a Sunday afternoon and they were easily able to accommodate our group of 7.

Our Lady of Guadalupe

We found this little gem from some locals in Santa Fe. It is warm, good authentic NM food, friendly service, excellent drinks. We went twice during our visit! The space is cozy and comfy.

Entry dining
Robert M.

So far, this is the best Mexican cuisine in New Mexico in my limited NM dining experience. My spouse and I had lunch and ordered the Chef Salad and the Enchilada Plate with baked chicken. The Chef Salad was made with fresh ingredients and was a nice, ample portion. The Enchiladas were crafted with yellow corn tortillas filled with baked chicken, cheddar cheese, and onions, all generously topped with a rich red chile sauce. Absolutely delicious! The restaurant's decor was authentic and unique, fitting perfectly with its location in an artist town. The restrooms were clean, and the service was excellent. A wonderful find!

Frito Pie
Eileen B.

This place is delicious and adorable We came after church it's right next to it I ordered the special suiza enchilada with chicken green chili carmelized onions and avocado and rice and beans Our table ordered frito pie and green chili burger The margaritas are top notch

Green chile beef stew
Anna H.

Do NOT sleep on the beef green chile stew - omg! A warm tortilla on the side, so so delicious! A little bit of a bite due to the green chile. The salad as well as chips, salsa, and guacamole were excellent. The service was wonderful and the ambiance was relaxed while being lively. The colors of the cafe are beautiful yellows, reds, blues. We felt very welcomed and our drinks arrived quickly. Quality of the food is excellent.

Robert C.

July 22nd 2024 walked a few blocks from the plaza Eastward to the Palacio Cafe. Very busy place at lunch Wife had a $16.64 chicken enchilada with corn tortilla. Two corn tortillas with chicken cheddar cheese onions topped with red chili sauce just the way she likes it hot and spicy. I had the $13 Rubin sandwich it comes on marble rye bread thousand Island dressing Swiss cheese corned beef and sauerkraut. Wife would normally order this but has an aversion to sauerkraut I would usually not order this as not fond of marble rye bread. However the corned beef was juicy tender and so outstanding the best reuben sandwich I have ever tasted so good that I overlooked the marble rye bread. Would come back here again in an instant for the reuben sandwich alone. my wife can even have some and I would eat her sauerkraut

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OMG!!! Yes, best red and green and Huevos Ranchero EVER! Will be back again tomorrow!

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Very ordinary, unexceptional Mexican food. The place is small. Tried it twice and won't be recommending it.

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Great food, especially the posole, at a friendly, colorful, and convenient location to the plaza. Try the flan!

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Small place BIG FLAVOR, BIG ON SERVICE. Great people..... Never been there before, just passing through .. Will visit again..,

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Had the huevos rancheros and the enchiladas with veggies and it was amazing. Definitely recommend. The owners are also super friendly.

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Quaint little cafe downtown. Good amount of food with the Huevvos Rancheros. Friendly staff. Coffee is good too.

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