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    Santa Fe

    3.3 (215 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:30 PM

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    SANTA FE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Maria R.

    This place is my favorite place for Mexican food? It was so busy today and yet the service was on point. They have parking right next-door in the parking garage. So you don't have to walk far and you don't have to search for parking. Ambience was awesome. I can't rave enough about this restaurant. I always get their steak taco dinner. Can't wait to go again. You can't go wrong with place... You can't I had taken pictures of our food, but somehow they got lost. You just gotta trust me and go..

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    Rosemary O.

    I have boycotted this restaurant ever since one of the managers (name is Reyna) asked me and my 2 lady friends to leave shortly RIGHT after we finished eating because it was busy and they "needed our table." It was my friend's 80th birthday and this was a big deal to her. Meanwhile, a group of MEN who were sitting nearby, and who had been finished with their meals before we got there were NOT asked to leave. Nothing worse than when women discriminate against other women. No great loss. The food is extremely bland. Definitely not authentic Mexican. And look what was on the floor (see photo)

    Special order - chilli relleno burrito.
    Jon F.

    Friendly service, quality dishes, and margaritas worth calling a cab for. I've visited a couple of times and the margaritas at this place are are really super delicious. If you need to scratch that itch, you can't go wrong here. They have some dishes that are a bit more creative - but are also very willing to accomodate. They made my chilli relleno into a burrito and it was delicious. Their appetizer sampler platter is great as well. Some of their prices appear to be a bit high, but when you realize the tacos are probably 2-3x the size you would get anywhere else you can start to understand. I felt like the restaurant was very clean. Dining in during the pandemic required a contactless forehead temp check which made me feel a little safer and masks were always worn by staff. There is also a large outdoor tent for a few of the local businesses. Most importantly - every server, cook, and bartender here was as friendly as can be. When I'm here I feel like I'm being treated like family and served with the utmost care, respect, and friendliness. Santa Fe is definitely worth checking out!

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    Waited 20 minutes and got this sorry excuse of nachos.... Never eating here again. Employees were extremely nice though.

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    7 months ago

    Have loved this restaurant & its food for many years!!! Whenever in GE, give it a try!

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    3 months ago

    Great takeout spot with easy parking nearby. We love the enchiladas and the chimichangas

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    1 year ago

    Food was nice. Waiters were nice. It had a nice atmosphere. Food was very good did I mention there food was good

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    Good food, reasonable prices and nice staff. I have been going there for years and much better than most downtown glen Ellyn restaurants

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    I love the pico de gallo and "longys tacos" !! It's a great place to get good Mexican food!

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    Delicious drinks & vegetarian tacos. I tried the vegetable & my hubby tried the guacamole tacos both were delicious.

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    I love the authenticity of the food, the amazing margaritas and the ambiance from the decor to the service.

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    Proof No. 5 - The lobster pasta with housemade linguini is NOT to be missed!

    Proof No. 5

    (108 reviews)

    Update 2/2026 Proof…read moreNo. 5 has officially become one of my all-time suburban favorites. I've been here many times for brunch and dinner, and it truly never disappoints. This visit was extra meaningful because they quite literally saved my birthday evening. We had reservations at the new Bien Trucha in Wheaton, only to arrive and find it closed... with no notice. Not exactly festive. Enter Proof No. 5, swooping in like the culinary hero of the night. We enjoyed an exquisite tuna crudo, rich and beautifully balanced, and meatballs over polenta that felt like comfort dressed up for a celebration. The medallions with mushrooms and three sauces were excellent, layered, and deeply satisfying. And the cocktails? Some of the best crafted in the suburbs. Thoughtful, balanced, and dangerously easy to order a second. Warm atmosphere, consistently great food, and a team that delivers every time. We'll keep coming back. And back. And back.

    Our waiter Brandon was amazing and was very helpful to my friend that has celiac/Gluten Free…read more Decor is modern and upscale. Found out this place is closing soon and really sad I can't try all their dishes. Shared the Whipped Feta with olive spread on naan bread and gluten free bread. Really delicious and light and creamy. Had the wagon rider non alcoholic cocktail. Hint of raspberry and lime. My main meal I had the roasted beets salad and added salmon. Had the right amount of dressing. There were air dried and roasted beets. Get the crunch from air dried beets and pistachios. Also had a Light sweet taste. Have option to add steak, salmon, or chicken. Choose the salmon and was cooked perfectly. Very flaky and moist. There is free parking on the streets and not far from the parking garage.

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    I had a really good experience at Maize & Mash. The food absolutely lived up to the hype!…read morephenomenal, hearty, and very filling. No complaints at all on that front. The atmosphere leans more toward a cocktail bar or speakeasy vibe. It's darker, loud, and energetic, which gives it more of a bar feel than a traditional sit-down restaurant. That said, the food quality is outstanding for that type of environment. Their cocktail menu also looked incredible, with what seemed like endless options no matter your preference. The only downside was the wait. I had a 7:00 reservation, but our table wasn't ready and we ended up waiting about 10 minutes. During that time, several DoorDash and Uber Eats drivers came in and out picking up orders, which just reinforced how popular the place is. Overall, this place is clearly in high demand and delivers amazing food. Just go in knowing it's more of a lively bar atmosphere than a quiet dining experience.

    If you want an intimate date night spot for quiet conversation, I wouldn't recommend. It's…read moredefinitely more of a bar scene, but upscale. The food is very hearty and comforting. The potions will make you extremely full. The food isn't typical bar food. It's definitely a mix of upscale food with a louder bar environment. Would definitely go for the food again, but would probably only grab a drink in the restaurant. When we got there it was a bit chaotic with no sign to wait to be seated or seat yourself. The hostesses were running around and finally 10 minutes after our reservation time were we seated. I definitely recommend the food, and if you're up for a good drink at a bar I would say definitely try it out!

    Santa Fe - mexican - Updated May 2026

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