we sat at the small little bar to the side until our table was ready. The ambience was calming, beautiful a place that we needed to be at. when we got to our table, our server, her name is Monserrat, very attentive and very polite. she was very knowledgeable on the menu, which I always appreciate. The place is clean, pretty like I said calming. our food was absolutely spectacular, Delicious everything I expected. we ordered the bread basket a nice bottle of wine. My husband had the special which was a Seabass oh my Lord, that was delicious.. I had the filet mignon everything on that plate was so good from the mushrooms to the sauces to the different flavors that came from everything on that plate. I wish I could explain it. It was so good. we ended our meal with a molten bittersweet chocolate cake. Oh my goodness another ballpark out of the park hit! we will go back! read more

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The food, the cocktails and the service here are impeccable. My wife had a delicious and tender steak that was perfectly seasoned. The pulpo special appetizer and a fish special that I had were both extremely flavorful. I had two off-menu mezcal/sotol cocktails that were outstanding. I make cocktails at home, so I enjoyed talking shop with our server and head bartender while I enjoyed the drinks and the meal. The staff also effortlessly moved us from the patio to an enclosed garage dining room when the weather turned wet and windy. This was a highlight of our time in New Mexico. read more

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A truly extraordinary meal. If Santa Fe were on the Michelin map, this restaurant would surely receive some Michelin stars. The ultra-professional wait staff is as notable as the food, which is divine. Edward from New Jersey is an especially charming waiter. Fantastic dishes our group tried and adored included: Jumbo Asparagus Salad; Chilled Spring Pea Soup; Maple Leaf Farm Duck Breast; Pan-Seared Scottish Salmon; Black Angus Prime Beef Tenderloin; Molten Bittersweet Chocolate Cake; and assortment of house-made ice creams and sorbets (we had cinnamon ice cream, ginger sorbet, and coconut sorbet). One person in our group had an obscure allergy, and both our server and the bartender went to great lengths to accommodate him while not sacrificing flavor. All in all, a wonderful evening. read more

Wow! What an amazing meal! I was told by a friend to try the duck, so as a duck lover, I did. It was awesome; a perfect medium rare as requested, great flavor and a beautiful presentation. The Tempura Mushrooms and Molten Chocolate Cake were great as well. As I frequently did alone, I love a 1/2 bottle wine selection; the Sanford Pinot was the perfect pairing. Beautiful space with a lovely garden. Service was excellent, professional and friendly. The card with the server name and hobby is a unique and special touch. Can't wait to come back! read more

Restaurant Martin - Molten chocolate cake - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

We arrived about 20 minutes before our reservation, and we had to wait the full 20 minutes before we were seated. We have been disappointed at many high end restaurants, but this one was wonderful from the minute we sat down. We told the waitress that we wanted to split everything. She explained that we could divide the food ourselves, or the kitchen would do it for a $4.00 up charge and the kitchen would add a little to both plates. We divided the salad ourselves at the table which was fine. We had the kitchen split our entree. That was the right thing to do, and made it so much more manageable. We loved the lamb and the various sides that were on the plate. Everything was delicious. For dessert we got the chocolate cake and were given spoons and a mini spatula to scoop up the chocolate on the plate. It was so yummy. There is a small parking lot on site, but a lot around the corner for a medical center is available for the overflow. read more

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On the positive side, absolutely adored the bartender (and he made delicious drinks) and loved our server. I thought the little cards they do at the table with fun facts about their staff was a really nice touch. The food was okay but I wouldn't say it blew me away. This restaurant was not my first pick, but rather a family members. From the menu alone, I could tell nothing overly excited me. I will fully admit I'm not keen on complicated menu items and flavors, but I came into it willing to try. We ordered the bread basket, pork belly and shrimp appetizers. Without us asking, they kindly split the plates, knowing we'd be sharing. I appreciated how they went above and beyond (truly) but the portions were so small, it probably wasn't needed. The bread was fine but nothing to write home about. Of the piece of pork belly I had, it was pretty dry but everyone else seemed to enjoy so I may have just grabbed the bad piece. The shrimp was good enough, but not so memorable I'd wax poetic about it. For my meal I had the beef tenderloin (3:4 of us did, actually) and one had the chicken breast. Presentation was truly beautiful. My beef was very good. The potato aligot was fine but nothing to write home about other than its unique placement on the plate. For dessert we had the molten chocolate cake which was very good. Overall, a solid 4:5 stars. Great service, nice outdoor balcony (though, unfortunately, the flies were on one that evening, but that could happen anywhere you eat outside), really well done drinks...but the food left something to be desired, especially at that price point. Still worth the visit in case we caught it on an off night! read more

Parking is limited. Cozy ambiance in a former residence and a great waiter who had business cards--a first in my 70 year dining experience. The bread was exceptional, a sure sign of a good chef. I had the pork chop and enjoyed it. read more

We dined at Restaurant Martin (RM) this week during our annual trip to Santa Fe, NM. Our first dinner this trip, and what a treat. All the staff are amazing... friendly, attentive, but not intrusive. Seleste was our waitress, and she did a GREAT job! Thank you Seleste! The restaurant is cool and cozy, with dining areas and tables spaced so each table has a bit of privacy. They place a little business card on your table with the server's name and a little bio... very nice. The food and drinks were exquisite! We started with a couple of cocktails, Lavender Haze and Tequila Twilight... both were delicious! The bread served is $3/person, but well worth it. Awesome thyme butter on the side, and there is a hot rock in the bread bowl to keep the bread warm! For the appetizer, we shared the asparagus and prosciutto salad... sublimely good! Our entrees were the chef seafood special, barramundi, and the prime beef tenderloin. Per our usual practice, we each ate 1/2 of our entree and we swapped plates. The fish was expertly prepared and the steak perfectly grilled. Both dishes were on point! We shared the soft chocolate-espresso pave for dessert, heaven on a plate! A bottle of Veuve Clicquot rounded out the dinner, dunked in an ice bath, and was as good as ever. The restaurant's wine list is extensive, something for everyone, both Old World and New. Highly recommend Restaurant Martin, 5 Stars across the board! read more

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6 Star if there is a 6 Star! Must go! Read his story and go and be delighted when every taste bud comes alive as you taste his culinary magic! https://www.restaurantmartin.com/ read more

Restaurant Martin - Foodie - New American Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

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Zoe will not steer you wrong!!! She guided me through my whole meal, start to finish... drink to dessert. Delicious specialty cocktails to start your evening. Don't miss ordering one! For the main course, I had the lamb, which was cooked to perfection. The Lemon Curd Panna Cotta for dessert wrapped up a fantastic dining experience. Best food in Santa Fe and the staff is also AMAZING!!! You will not be disappointed eating here. @michelinguide, this establishment deserves your rating!!! read more

My first visit and now I know why others keep coming back. The service was outstanding, Our server took time to fulfill every member's request in our group of six. We were seated in the back building which was perfect for us as I noticed the entrance and surroundings were noisy and the separate building was peaceful and quiet. Then there's the food... omg what a presentation of delicious entrees. From the appetizers to the desserts, it was all outstanding. read more

I wanted to try some of the most noted chefs' restaurants while in New Mexico. I found Chef Martin Rios, the multiple James Beard award winning chef's restaurant was five minutes from my resort. Perfect. I came in at 5:40 on a Friday and it was empty. But people started slowly coming in. The restaurant really had no ambiance to me but maybe because there were only four tables of diners? The floors creaked. The vibe and decor was like a house set up for a dinner party. Zoey, my server was nice. I noticed she asked everyone else if they wanted their coat hung up except for me. Noted. She also explained to me only that Barramundi was a fish. Zoey if you're reading this, I'm part Asian. I know what it is. I heard her announce the specials at other tables without the explanation that it was fish. Ouch. Anyways the beet salad was amazing!!! Best dish. The short rib was over cooked and the crispy mushrooms were delicious! I would come here again and get an entree next time but I was sampling food in other areas in one day so I settled for apps and a side. read more

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Unique New American... not New Mexican... Cuisine. Unique... excellent and prepared by a gifted chef. Service is warm and responsive. Room is welcoming. Great v experience read more

Restaurant Martin was a delightful stop on my road trip. It was a much needed moment of comfort. The food was delicious, the staff were friendly, and the atmosphere was very calm and relaxing. The flavor combinations of their dishes here felt both familiar and new all at the same time. I highly recommend giving this spot a try if you want a nice cozy date night, or just want to have something a bit fancier to eat than a normal night out. read more

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After reading my review, you'll see I was unhappy about being charged $24 for bread without a heads-up. That was some time ago. You may want to inquire in advance to see if they still have a bread charge, especially if it is something you'd also be unhappy about. read more

What a good day it was to eat here! We sat outside on the patio and the weather was perfect! Our server was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. We went on a Saturday night and it was mostly full! The food was delicious and so pretty to look at! I almost felt bad just for eating it. I know Sante Fe has a lot of good restaurants but I would come back here. Although I might try another place before I do. read more

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We have been to Restaurant Martin at least a half dozen times and we have never been disappointed. Nice, quiet ambience with wonderful service and superior food. It's one of our go-to restaurants when we're dining out. Highly recommend! read more

They do not care one bit about the comfort of their paying guests. In the summer heat, they force you to sit outside even when you specifically book an indoor table. The food is nothing special. Take your money and time elsewhere. read more

I called to ask what their vegetarian tasting plate might be, and I was told that one of the options had an egg on it, which really doesn't make it vegetarian, and then I was told that the other dishes have cheese in them. The person that I talked to wasn't very friendly and the minute I wanted to talk about vegetarian/vegan food his tone changed, and he was clearly not interested in giving me any more information. It's really a shame because larger cities like Los Angeles, New York, Chicago have amazing vegan options but Santa Fe literally has nothing. read more

Definitely one of the top 10 meals I've had, everything was flavorful, well presented and the service was impeccable. We had the Ceasar salad, one of the best I've had, pecan crusted shrimp, prime beef tenderloin (amazing), broccolini and grilled veggies. The molten chocolate cake, to die for and the strawberry infused old fashioned was outstanding. read more

I confess, I'm a picky eater and I have struggled to find what I consider great food in Santa Fe (realize I'm in the minority here). So tired of chiles on everything. I know there's lots of people that love that but it kind of feels like chiles become a substitute for any seasoning. Of about 20 restaurants we've tried in SF so far, this dinner at Restaurant Martin was absolutely the best meal and experience. Quiet, serene setting, and great service. Had the bisque, salmon, steak, and chocolate cake. Bisque and steak were especially good, so flavorful and delicious. Salmon was ok and side of bok choy was tough and stringy. Despite that, outstanding overall, we'll be back. read more

Good food and service. Interesting menu and nice atmosphere. Definitely worth a try. read more

This used to be one of my favorites. The past three times I've been here it's been the same menu. September, December, and February. I remember a time when I thought the chef was fairly inventive. Not so much anymore. We came for restaurant week. I had the tuna appetizer which was good. Small but good. I then had the steak which was cooked well (med rare) but was dry. It had a little sauce underneath but not enough on there. It came with a matchbox square of potato that was dry and small and flavorless. At Xmas this was my favorite thing on the plate and I had a nice size serving of it. Then I got the chocolate molten cake with ice cream which was wonderful. If I go back with friends this is all I'll get. Dessert! It's disappointing as it's expensive and I don't feel it's special anymore. I feel it's totally catering to the tourists who won't be back. Now, will your locals be back? read more

We had passed this restaurant MANY times. It is very unassuming from the street. I had heard about the many accolades of the chef... but it didn't beckon... A friend came to town for her birthday & chose for us to eat there... she reserved the patio. We walked into a tiny restaurant & then were guided thru one of the smallest bars I've ever seen... Then it opened up onto a LARGE, GORGEOUS patio! WOW! There is a lovely converted 3 car garage area & many other tables around the backyard of this delightful house-restaurant. There were 8 of us & we sampled as much as possible from the menu. Some highlights: Beet Salad Butternut Squash/Apple Bisque Pan Seared Scottish Salmon Duck Breast (locally sourced) To my delight, the Vegetarian Tasting Plate was AMAZING! I missed NONE of the flavor & color that I saw in my fellow diners' plates! I am NOT a strict vegetarian, but I do try to eat less meat and, so often, vegetarian/vegan entrees feel like they were added at the last minute & without much thought -- NOT HERE! THANK YOU! WELL DONE!!! I will ALWAYS order the Tasting Plate -- to see what Chef has in store for my taste buds. Will DEFINITELY be back! read more

Wonderful place ... go Be aware our waiter was not a good listener at dessert time ... see my tip for this place. I'm not a fan of deconstructed dessert presentations . (Carrot cake could look like a cake and I've never seen an opera 'cake' with a big red thing on it (delish) with a white lump upon it (delish but name it something else) My partners for the eve loved the pork belly app and the squash soup! Beet salad ? (More dressing ... but adequate and pretty). The chicken and lamb was very very delish ... but then dessert. The opera cake inspired dessert was a hit, lesser so Apple thing (another deconstructed dessert form) I tried ... really... to just get choco ice cream ... it was no to be. As I design my meal from dessert back to app, this was a drag. I'd go again in a heartbeat but will be careful in ordering in case the waiter misunderstands. GO! read more

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Had a group dinner there. Had the vegetarian option after stuffing myself with the glazed pork belly appetizers, and loved every bite! I'm not usually a gourmand of vegetarian cuisine, but it was delightful! I heard the patio was nice, but never saw it. Our waiter, on the other hand was what every restaurant wants to have... thoroughly professional, funny, and interesting! read more

The restaurant is lovely, the food is beautiful, and our server was full of personality. But.. I would not recommend going for the holiday menus. It's crazy expensive and all the food was cold and / or undercooked. The whole meal felt understaffed. Dinner was over $500 for 3 of us, and truthfully our Seasons 52 Thanksgiving dinner last year for half the price was significantly better. I would come back for a regular date night type meal in a heartbeat, but I think we'll be sticking to the chains for Thanksgiving. read more

Another fabulous dinner experience. We started at the bar with Andy for a cocktail, and we both enjoyed our drinks. My favorite was the truth or consequences ( similar to a negroni). For dinner, we enjoyed it on their outdoor patio and loved everything. We ordered the Wagyu appetizer, and our entree was the duck. Zoe, our waitress, and the manager took great care of us. read more

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We went to Restaurant Martin with friends from Europe. One had been there in the past and liked it. We all gasped when we saw the entree prices, but it didn't stop there. All at the table were wine savvy, but when we saw a Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc (that sells for $25 retail) that they priced at $42 for a half bottle, I felt like a tourist in a rip-off joint. We ordered the barramundi special and it came as a small serving of fish with tiny greens and a smattering of whipped potato. Already the entree was expensive, but we obviously were expected to order a side as well. And we failed to notice and were not told that bread service was $3.50 per person, so that was another unpleasant shock. Look, the server was very good, and the outdoor patio has a nice atmosphere, but for us, returning is out of the question. If you don't care how much you spend at a restaurant, this is a good choice. If you do, check the menu on line in advance. read more

A little known spot with a lot of chutzpah. Great service, drinks, food, taste, decor. It'll be a 'must go to' on our Santa Fe trips. Happy that our other restaurant choices were all booked when we were looking for a place to eat. The chili old fashioned was a great choice. Slightly different then the cherry we're used to but interesting, not spicy nor at all off base. I liked it so much I ordered one after getting a Margarita. The salmon dish was perfect. The salmon was flavorful (wait, Santa Fe is not near a northern ocean? Couldn't tell!) The sweet potato medallions matched the salmon in flavor. Maybe even better! Mushrooms, radish, and bok choy also good plus the 'juice they dwelt in. The flavors matched so well. A meal to remember. My husband got the chicken. He enjoyed it (except the bone in one of the chicken pieces was hard to eat around). The smashed potatoes was a real hit. Really???? He never eats mashed potatoes! Ice cream for dessert was ok. Sad I couldn't order the chocolate cake. Drambouie was not an option and they tried to replicate it with another concoction. It didn't work but did taste ok in its own right. Prices are a bit high but not out of range of another fine restaurant. Ambiance wonderful. I highly recommend. read more

BLUF: Restaurant Martin offers a higher-end continental experience, but fails to deliver for the price point. My impression was that Restaurant Martin is resting on a reputation it earned years ago and persists because of an upscale facade (and bland delivery) that appeals to Santa Fe's older demographic. I felt that the cocktails were very average for restaurant near old town Santa Fe--really nothing special despite the higher end price tag (nearly $20 for most cocktails) The food was really just okay. I thought the plating was dated and fussy. The sort of stuff you'd see in the mid 2000's. Things tasted okay, but I felt like the flavours and ingredients were like run-down country club food. Service was a bit weird, there was some awkward back and forth between the server and a couple members of our party. Honestly not something I really place much weight on and could've just been a fluke. Lastly, if you are going to visit, avoid the booths inside--I found them cramped and uncomfortable. read more

Oh my God. Picked this place by chance on Open table as I was driving on I-25 after a long 600 mile trip from Vegas. After a decent but still fast food Arby's sandwich for lunch in Flagstaff, it was time for real food. Boy did I not get disappointed. Everything I had was delicious, complex and ultra flavorful. I see a few complains of misses, probably at rush times, but that's because the food is creative. McDonald's has perfect consistency (you'd think) but is consistency more important than quality and flavors. The pork belly appetizer had so many ingredients, I couldn't exactly tell you what is in it, but it was superb. Then came the Scottish salmon, cooked to perfection, melting on mouth, with a delicious base of rice and wild mushrooms, and probably again many other ingredients. Finally, the sorbet is so fresh. Even the mint leaf they put on it bursts with flavors. read more

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Where do I start? This used to be a terrific restaurant. Now it's terribly overpriced with mediocre food. A bottle of sparkling water is $9... Bread for a party of four, with just a few slices is $14... The specials range from $39 to $55 and the portions are meager... To add insult to injury, an inexpensive bottle of Sauvignon Blanc was $42 which we thought was fair until our server told us that was for a HALF bottle. They didn't open the inside seating-- everyone sat outside and it was half full on a Saturday night. No surprise. Do yourself a favor and go to Geronimo's or Coyote Cafe or Arroyo Vino. Skip Martin. read more

Oh dear, where do I start? How about being ignored for 10 minutes? Finally, a "manager" took our drink order. We were celebrating our 38th anniversary and most high end restaurants will offer a complimentary glass of bubbly. Not this place. The interior of the restaurant is very dated. Posters of nothing on plain white walls. We were seated in "Siberia", the room with extremely high booth backs. We could see the folks across from us and that's all - oh, unless you consider the ridiculous lights running horizontally on the bar (where no one was sitting). Why should they, it's tucked into a closet. I'd never sit in there, ever! I digress. When our server/bartender finally arrived with our martinis, they were just OK. This establishment uses local distillers only, so us Grey Goose lovers were disappointed. My wife and I always share, we ordered the short rib starter. Probably just reading the words made you think about how delicious short ribs can be. Not this place. I would almost bet grandma's estate these were prefab from one of the big food suppliers. Our next course was the Scottish salmon. What a joke. The only thing Scottish were the words on the frozen fish box, again from a big food supply house. Another reviewer said the food was nothing more than what one might get at a country club. That was being generous. No inspiration, imagination, or flavor. Now one might expect a wee dessert sample on a plate with Happy Anniversary scrolled in chocolate. Forget about it in this place. No one, specially the chef could not have been bothered. Just another drudgery in the "coal mine". I understand the EC/owner has been around for forty years, well dear sir, give it up. You've had your day in the sun. Or! Let someone help you with updating your restaurant, menu, and flavors. Get rid of the aluminum framed front doors as a minimum! read more

Scam and tourist trap. If you are going to ask for bread service prior to getting menus letting customers know you are charging for bread service, that's the definition of a scam. I review establishments accordingly. This place has me lured in for years and so wanted to check it out. Now I won't ever return. Food was good but the rip off has me so heated, in addition to the really uncomfortable outdoor area which I specifically requested indoor. Ownership needs to change. Btw don't bother attempting to send me a gift card or any other enticement. Nothing will bring me back plus I have a very big mouth and will make sure anyone who thinks of this place in Santa Fe, looks for a different spot. I pointed out the error and their bread service got them booted off my rotation. I encourage the owner to have every waiter inform the patron about the charge ahead of ordering unless they want to take advantage of their customers. You can be assured you lost 5 this evening on an immediate level. That's a start. If you're a tourist, don't fall for their trap. Go to where the locals go. This place isn't that rest assured. read more

We enjoyed dinner Al fresco in the late summer. The food and drinks were delicious and carefully prepared (some were a bit salty but pleasant), and the atmosphere was pure twinkle lights and magic. Our wait staff were attentive and fairly well informed/informative. A real treat! read more

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Delicious food, lovely ambience, but barely passable service. We enjoyed everything we ate, especially the Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast. The assorted homemade breads were fine, but nothing special at all, so for $3 each felt a bit cheap. Given how much our meal was, I'd expect bread to be included. And the butter was basically frozen. Cocktails were also fine. I was excited that all the ingredients were local, including the alcohols, but my drink was a bit unbalanced. The service was the weakest point. They didn't serve us water until after asking three times. They also insisted we order everything at once, even though we were still undecided on entrees but hungry and wanted to get the appetizers going. They made it seem like they'd orchestra some special order to the food, but all the apps came out together, and then all the mains, so not clear why they needed the full order to start the appetizers. read more

Incredible experience, delicious food, kind and responsive staff. We went with *gasp* a 4 year old. Of course, there was plenty of earlier reassurance that said 4 year old would be on best behavior (or at least try their very best) and testing at less fancy places that behavior would be acceptable. To ensure success we went at opening time. Staff seated us in a booth and found paper and crayons (30 in one cup), so 4 year old was pleased with waiting for food. We ordered the pork belly appetizer for the 4 year old as his dinner, and staff thought of making sure kid-*weird* in entree were mentioned (ex. sunnyside up quail egg) and whether this child would tolerate it. Incredible forethought! I had the duck and partner had steak. Both were delicious. We were also intrigued by the vegetarian flight (3-4 sub entrees in one). Maybe next time. All together we stayed for about 2 hours (forever in 4 year old time), finishing with dessert that was extremely rich without making us feel like we overate. Ambiance was calm and subdued, although later in the evening a very large party came in and it got a bit louder. I cannot say enough good things about this place, and 4 year old gave it 100 stars. read more

Restaurant martin completed our nice weekend in Santa Fe. The strip steak and scallops were my favorites on the menu. The meats were all perfectly cooked. The restaurant was more laid back than I thought it would be, which is a plus in my book. The patio seating creates an upscale but yet still chill vibe. The service was what you would expect at an upscale restaurant, and the prices aren't bad, coming from LA. Definitely worth a visit if you are in town. read more

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Wonderful! We are visiting from out of town and came here and ate on the patio. Bread service is great, fabulous wine selection. We both had steaks and they were excellent as was the salad. Service was excellent as well. Beautiful patio. read more