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My first visit to this restaurant was June 6, 2026. There is a lot of available parking. The sign is small and a little bit hard to see on your first time there, but my GPS took me right to the place. Friendly staff; I was seated immediately. The menu has many choices, and today on Saturday there was a list of specials to choose from also. The decor is casual and the feeling is relaxed. There is very nice ambient light. I opted for the seafood pasta that included shrimp, scallops, peas, and sun-dried tomatoes with an olive oil based sauce with garlic. A delightful balance of flavors and textures. Very nice sized scallops and shrimp. The focaccia appetizer is exquisite. A nice crust and a very soft interior crumb. It came with a very tasty tomato and basil sauce. I concluded my dining experience with a very tasty pistachio gelato. Prices are excellent. This is very fine Italian food. I will go out of my way to eat here again.
First time here and wow I was impressed, was between this or a bbq spot. Was visiting from California and was looking at options in Santa Fe that were open a little later in the day. Tried the special of the day "pesto garlic bread" they also serve their own house bread which comes with marinara. The sauce was phenomenal! Tried the chicken parm and the chicken Marsala Liked the parm more both were good, noodles and vegetables were on point flavor wise. Lots of dessert options but I didn't leave room for that. They have inside dining as well as a drive thru which I don't see normally at Italian restaurants. Parking lot decent size, service was quick and staff was nice. Great little spot for a solo meal or date night idea. They had a wall of awards from various years and after eating here they definitely earned them
It was a rainy Monday night, we were tired of Mexican food, and we just wanted somewhere close to our hotel to eat. After extensive searching, we finally found Piccolino. They were super busy, and we were told it would be a 20 minute wait, but we actually only waited about 5 minutes. It is way bigger inside than it looked from the outside, with almost non-stop table turnover. Our server was very busy, so we were ready to order when she stopped by. The fresh focaccia bread with marinara dipping sauce she brought with her was delicious. We split a Chopped Italian Salad to start with consisting of greens, tomatoes, carrots, mozzarella, cucumbers, garbanzo beans, and zucchini, with Italian dressing. It was good - and huge - and we took our leftovers back to our suite. Food came out quickly, even though they had a full dining room, plus a steady stream of takeout orders. I ordered the Pescatore, because a table nearby got it and it looked delicious. It had calamari, clams, steamed mussels, shrimp, and fish in a soupy broth, served with pasta. The seafood was good, although the broth was pretty thin, and did not stick to the pasta at all. No room for dessert, but a great dining experience all around.
We arrived around 6:30 and we got our name on the waitlist. We were told it would be a 30 minute wait, but I don't think we waited more than 15 when we were seated at a table. The place was simple in style, but their food spoke volume's. They brought out some bread and some marinara sauce, and their sauce was so dang good. They had such a large menu that it was hard to decide on one thing. Our server was attentive to our dining needs, she quickly brought out our drinks, and she took our food order. I decided on the pistachio crusted halibut, and I was glad I did. We finished our meal and then we decided on some dessert. We ordered a flourless chocolate cake and a carrot cake. We ate every bite. The restaurant was full, it clearly is a popular joint. Although it was full, we didn't have a problem hearing each other. I did visit the restroom, and it was clean besides a few pieces of paper on the floor. I will definitely come back here when I visit Santa Fe.
Came here to celebrate a family member's birthday. I have been looking for good Italian food around Santa Fe and this place did not disappoint. The customer service was excellent, and the meat lasagna was delicious with flavorful sauce and perfectly melted cheese. Overall, the ambiance was great, the restaurant was clean, there was plenty of seating, and the parking lot was convenient. I highly recommend giving this place a try if you are in the area.
First-time patron, dine-in experience. Extensive menu for all your Italian-American cravings...but let's be clear that it is Italian-American and not Italian. Giveaways included: 1) Grated Parmesan and ground black pepper on the table; 2) Cream-based alfredos; and 3) At least one chef who's way heavy-handed with the salt. To be fair, I enjoy Italian-American food when it's done well, but giveaway #3 kinda spoiled my carbonara. Too bad because service was quick, and I liked the casual dining room. Don't think I'll be back.
Came here with a group for a birthday. I got the grilled salmon and the table got both house bread and garlic bread. The house bread was so good we all went "oh no, that garlic bread's gonna be amazing" and it was! The salmon was perfectly cooked, nice and tender and juicy with a delicious caper sauce. The veggies were pretty lacking, but I had both the caper sauce and the pasta's red sauce to help so overall the dish was pretty good!
9/6/25 While visiting family here in Santa Fe my wife and I were brought to this fine establishment. I enjoy the local non-chain restaurants. There was a friendly greeting at the door and then shown a window seat for the four of us. Found many choices on the menu along with the daily special sheet. What's not on the menu is the fact that they serve alcohol (beer and wine). I had the seasonal beet and goat cheese salad which is very filling and the tuscan wedding soup. That left no room for desert. Bummer as the deserts looked great. The dishes that the rest of our party had looked and smelled great. We will come back on our next visit.
Very good, not the best I've ever had, but very good. Cute, quaint place presently under construction with signs around stating their contractor can't be trusted and you park at your own risk. Came in at 2pm on a Friday and was surprised at the number of people in the joint (almost full). Waiter indicated that we were lucky to arrive when we did, as they had been jammed all day. Nonetheless, I ordered the chicken parm, as I'm on a chicken parm craze to find the best on the planet. This one was interesting. Flavorful chicken, though not overly crispy, and light on the red sauce over the pasta. Nice cheesy top and the sauce on the bird was very good. Came with mixed veggies, and that's a first. Was hoping I could swap that crap out for a salad, but was told that was a bozo nono. Ordered a side salad anyway which was very well done. We also ordered the cheesy garlic bread which was outstanding, not to mention the house garlic bread with pesto and marinara was most outstanding. The daughter had the backed penne, which was covered with a very nice blanket of mozzarella, as well as a good amount of veggies and ricotta mixed in. It was basically a lasagne with penne pasta, but don't let that deter you from the dish. It was excellent! Had the house cab. The glass was a typical Italian wine glass (small), but the wine was actually pretty good. I could tell they have a large following of locals, which speaks well to their reputation.
Small nondescript building, a smidge off the beaten path. We were in the mood for something different on our way to the Plaza. We were quickly seated and the service was fast and friendly. They bring out marinara sauce with focaccia bread as an appetizer (they have others listed on the menu as well). I chose the chipotle chicken lasagna. It was GIANT and came out sizzling (think fajitas). Definitely has a kick and tons of cheese and chicken. We were stuffed so we didn't get to try the desserts but they have a nice array of desserts to choose from. We will be back!
Ah Italian food - another favorite. Of course being raised in an Italian household it takes me back. So I have an affinity for Mexican food holes in the wall. I have to say this one of the Italian variety. Our server brought pesto garlic bread with marinara. Bread was warm and marinara tasty. Small menu with a lot of choices - hmmm... I decide on the Veal Parmesan. It came with spaghetti & veggies. The veal was delicious- lots of cheese. Although a little overdone on the edges the rest was tender. Didn't eat much of the spaghetti or vegs. The veal was plenty. We also had the chicken chipotle lasagna. It came out of the kitchen still bubbling. Excellent flavor without being overly spicy. Plenty of food, the lasagna went home. There was a well stocked dessert case that we passed on. I Good independent Italian places are few and far between - this one is in that category. Looking forward to going back.
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I wasn't expecting to come across such good Italian food in Santa Fe but here we are. We got the chicken Parmesan, Chicken Marsala, and the Pesto Garlic Cheese Bread. Everything was absolutely DIVINE!!! Their red sauce in particular, really stood out and was definitely some of the best I've ever had anywhere. Service was absolutely top tier and we were taken care of wonderfully! We still got served quickly even thought the restaurant was super slammed, as to be expected for a place with such amazing food. Piccolino had a nice small family owned feel to it and it was obvious the owners take great pride in their restaurant. They had an award wall up at the entrance showing that they consistently win 1st place year after year for having the best Italian food in Santa Fe. read more
My first visit to this restaurant was June 6, 2026. There is a lot of available parking. The sign is small and a little bit hard to see on your first time there, but my GPS took me right to the place. Friendly staff; I was seated immediately. The menu has many choices, and today on Saturday there was a list of specials to choose from also. The decor is casual and the feeling is relaxed. There is very nice ambient light. I opted for the seafood pasta that included shrimp, scallops, peas, and sun-dried tomatoes with an olive oil based sauce with garlic. A delightful balance of flavors and textures. Very nice sized scallops and shrimp. The focaccia appetizer is exquisite. A nice crust and a very soft interior crumb. It came with a very tasty tomato and basil sauce. I concluded my dining experience with a very tasty pistachio gelato. Prices are excellent. This is very fine Italian food. I will go out of my way to eat here again. read more
10 months ago
First time here and wow I was impressed, was between this or a bbq spot. Was visiting from California and was looking at options in Santa Fe that were open a little later in the day. Tried the special of the day "pesto garlic bread" they also serve their own house bread which comes with marinara. The sauce was phenomenal! Tried the chicken parm and the chicken Marsala Liked the parm more both were good, noodles and vegetables were on point flavor wise. Lots of dessert options but I didn't leave room for that. They have inside dining as well as a drive thru which I don't see normally at Italian restaurants. Parking lot decent size, service was quick and staff was nice. Great little spot for a solo meal or date night idea. They had a wall of awards from various years and after eating here they definitely earned them read more
1 day ago
It was a rainy Monday night, we were tired of Mexican food, and we just wanted somewhere close to our hotel to eat. After extensive searching, we finally found Piccolino. They were super busy, and we were told it would be a 20 minute wait, but we actually only waited about 5 minutes. It is way bigger inside than it looked from the outside, with almost non-stop table turnover. Our server was very busy, so we were ready to order when she stopped by. The fresh focaccia bread with marinara dipping sauce she brought with her was delicious. We split a Chopped Italian Salad to start with consisting of greens, tomatoes, carrots, mozzarella, cucumbers, garbanzo beans, and zucchini, with Italian dressing. It was good - and huge - and we took our leftovers back to our suite. Food came out quickly, even though they had a full dining room, plus a steady stream of takeout orders. I ordered the Pescatore, because a table nearby got it and it looked delicious. It had calamari, clams, steamed mussels, shrimp, and fish in a soupy broth, served with pasta. The seafood was good, although the broth was pretty thin, and did not stick to the pasta at all. No room for dessert, but a great dining experience all around. read more
3 days ago
We arrived around 6:30 and we got our name on the waitlist. We were told it would be a 30 minute wait, but I don't think we waited more than 15 when we were seated at a table. The place was simple in style, but their food spoke volume's. They brought out some bread and some marinara sauce, and their sauce was so dang good. They had such a large menu that it was hard to decide on one thing. Our server was attentive to our dining needs, she quickly brought out our drinks, and she took our food order. I decided on the pistachio crusted halibut, and I was glad I did. We finished our meal and then we decided on some dessert. We ordered a flourless chocolate cake and a carrot cake. We ate every bite. The restaurant was full, it clearly is a popular joint. Although it was full, we didn't have a problem hearing each other. I did visit the restroom, and it was clean besides a few pieces of paper on the floor. I will definitely come back here when I visit Santa Fe. read more
15 days ago
Came here to celebrate a family member's birthday. I have been looking for good Italian food around Santa Fe and this place did not disappoint. The customer service was excellent, and the meat lasagna was delicious with flavorful sauce and perfectly melted cheese. Overall, the ambiance was great, the restaurant was clean, there was plenty of seating, and the parking lot was convenient. I highly recommend giving this place a try if you are in the area. read more
First-time patron, dine-in experience. Extensive menu for all your Italian-American cravings...but let's be clear that it is Italian-American and not Italian. Giveaways included: 1) Grated Parmesan and ground black pepper on the table; 2) Cream-based alfredos; and 3) At least one chef who's way heavy-handed with the salt. To be fair, I enjoy Italian-American food when it's done well, but giveaway #3 kinda spoiled my carbonara. Too bad because service was quick, and I liked the casual dining room. Don't think I'll be back. read more
Came here with a group for a birthday. I got the grilled salmon and the table got both house bread and garlic bread. The house bread was so good we all went "oh no, that garlic bread's gonna be amazing" and it was! The salmon was perfectly cooked, nice and tender and juicy with a delicious caper sauce. The veggies were pretty lacking, but I had both the caper sauce and the pasta's red sauce to help so overall the dish was pretty good! read more
9/6/25 While visiting family here in Santa Fe my wife and I were brought to this fine establishment. I enjoy the local non-chain restaurants. There was a friendly greeting at the door and then shown a window seat for the four of us. Found many choices on the menu along with the daily special sheet. What's not on the menu is the fact that they serve alcohol (beer and wine). I had the seasonal beet and goat cheese salad which is very filling and the tuscan wedding soup. That left no room for desert. Bummer as the deserts looked great. The dishes that the rest of our party had looked and smelled great. We will come back on our next visit. read more
6 months ago
Very good, not the best I've ever had, but very good. Cute, quaint place presently under construction with signs around stating their contractor can't be trusted and you park at your own risk. Came in at 2pm on a Friday and was surprised at the number of people in the joint (almost full). Waiter indicated that we were lucky to arrive when we did, as they had been jammed all day. Nonetheless, I ordered the chicken parm, as I'm on a chicken parm craze to find the best on the planet. This one was interesting. Flavorful chicken, though not overly crispy, and light on the red sauce over the pasta. Nice cheesy top and the sauce on the bird was very good. Came with mixed veggies, and that's a first. Was hoping I could swap that crap out for a salad, but was told that was a bozo nono. Ordered a side salad anyway which was very well done. We also ordered the cheesy garlic bread which was outstanding, not to mention the house garlic bread with pesto and marinara was most outstanding. The daughter had the backed penne, which was covered with a very nice blanket of mozzarella, as well as a good amount of veggies and ricotta mixed in. It was basically a lasagne with penne pasta, but don't let that deter you from the dish. It was excellent! Had the house cab. The glass was a typical Italian wine glass (small), but the wine was actually pretty good. I could tell they have a large following of locals, which speaks well to their reputation. read more
5 months ago
Small nondescript building, a smidge off the beaten path. We were in the mood for something different on our way to the Plaza. We were quickly seated and the service was fast and friendly. They bring out marinara sauce with focaccia bread as an appetizer (they have others listed on the menu as well). I chose the chipotle chicken lasagna. It was GIANT and came out sizzling (think fajitas). Definitely has a kick and tons of cheese and chicken. We were stuffed so we didn't get to try the desserts but they have a nice array of desserts to choose from. We will be back! read more
Ah Italian food - another favorite. Of course being raised in an Italian household it takes me back. So I have an affinity for Mexican food holes in the wall. I have to say this one of the Italian variety. Our server brought pesto garlic bread with marinara. Bread was warm and marinara tasty. Small menu with a lot of choices - hmmm... I decide on the Veal Parmesan. It came with spaghetti & veggies. The veal was delicious- lots of cheese. Although a little overdone on the edges the rest was tender. Didn't eat much of the spaghetti or vegs. The veal was plenty. We also had the chicken chipotle lasagna. It came out of the kitchen still bubbling. Excellent flavor without being overly spicy. Plenty of food, the lasagna went home. There was a well stocked dessert case that we passed on. I Good independent Italian places are few and far between - this one is in that category. Looking forward to going back. read more
2 years ago
I came here with a friend and was not disappointed. She told us that we have to go early as it gets busier and she was right! We waited about 15 min before we got sat which was worth it! Service was great and food was delicious. When I'm back in Santa Fe, this restaurant is definitely on the list to eat at again. read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Food was amazing and friendly service. Great pasta and calzones. I've been twice and will go back again. read more
1 year ago
I ended up eating in this mostly locals place three times in one week on a recent business trip. Although often packed, it is well worth the wait. Great food, excellent prices, an extensive menu and large portions. I have had the lamb shank special, the veal francese and the pork shank twice. All fabulous. I love the spinach salad with apricots, walnuts and feta. Great ice cream too, read more
9 months ago
People keep raving about this place, so we checked it out today. Once inside, we saw all the Best Of banners! The basket of garlic bread started us off on the deliciousness train. So good! We both ordered ravioli. I got the wild mushroom ravioli in Alfredo sauce. They also offer a red sauce, but I was in a creamy comfort food sort of mood. My companion tried the spinach ravioli, in Alfredo sauce. We shared. Both were delicious. They offer several varieties of ravioli filling. I'll be trying some of the seafood options next time. Portions are ample. At the tables near us, we saw spaghetti, calzones, and fried calamari. Everyone seemed delighted with their selections. Before leaving, I brought an order of linguini and clam sauce to bring home. There is plenty of parking and room enough for groups to enjoy a great Italian food experience. The staff is attentive and helpful with menu questions. We will be back to work our way down their menu. read more
3 months ago
4 months ago
We finally ate at Piccolino. It is a very low key kinda place. The restaurant has a drive thru and a small dimming area inside. It is very casual. The food is outstanding. We started with some drinks and a fried appetizer plate. Everything had great flavor, crunch, and was cook just right. I ordered the lamb shank, which was a great choice. My guest had the seafood pasta. Both dishes had great flavor and were good portions. The pricing was not bad at all. The service was attentive and professional. I would definitely recommend this place for Italian in Santa Fe. read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
This was our first time visiting since the remodel and we both enjoyed the updated dining area and expanded parking. Service was great, our waitress was very attentive to us. My Ravioli de Mare was delicious! This was my first time trying this dish and I would definitely order it again, I enjoyed how light the Pomodoro sauce was and how the the shrimp was perfectly cooked. The ravioli itself was good as well, it was thin, cheesy and it paired perfectly with the sauce and shrimp. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Even during a weekday there's a wait during the lunch hour because this place has a long list of loyal customers. The ambiance isn't great, but it's clean and spaced out well between tables...annnd you don't need great ambiance when the food speaks for itself. We ordered fried mozzarella sticks, a Greek salad, veal and eggplant Parmesan, spaghetti and meatball, and the green Chile Alfredo lasagna. Lots of food on each plate with all the flavors coming through every bite. I really enjoyed my Parmesan since veal and eggplant are my two favorites when eating Italian! I wish more places offered this combo. My wife had the green Chile Alfredo lasagna and she had it before..she really enjoys it! Will definitely return when visiting Santa Fe. read more
5 months ago
We just ate here. Family owned restaurant and all was fantastic!!! The main dish, Seafood Canelloni, is to die for. The spicy sauce was not too spicy and really flavorful and we love it. Lots of seafood inside and great lunch meal. We took home a homemade tiramisu and it's so soft and tasty. We wish we bought one each instead of splitting it... The service was also very good. God amount of parking space for our big truck. read more
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