Paloma Restaurant

Mexican restaurant · Santa Fe

Paloma Restaurant

Mexican restaurant · Santa Fe

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401 S Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501

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Rustic-chic Santa Fe spot serves upscale, seasonal Mexican bites with housemade tortillas, inventive cocktails, and a lively, artsy vibe.  

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401 S Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501 Get directions

palomasantafe.com
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401 S Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501 Get directions

+1 505 467 8624
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The 22 Best Restaurants in Santa Fe, New Mexico

"Open for: Lunch, dinner Price range: $$$ This upscale Mexican restaurant makes its tortillas from local landrace blue corn that’s nixtamalized in house. But that magic of the maize isn’t limited to just tortillas—the pozole is studded with bobs of hominy and lamb for a curious twist on the Mexican comfort food. Immaculate care for ingredients and a fearlessness towards fresh flavor combinations elevates Paloma’s tacos — topped with carne asada, sea bass, or cauliflower — into some of the best in town.  Know before you go: If you’re worried about the crowds, come for brunch, which Paloma started offering in 2025." - Karen Fischer

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The 12 Best Restaurants in Santa Fe

"Set in Santa Fe’s artsy Railyard district, Paloma orchestrates imaginative takes on Mexican cuisine. Chef Nathan Mayes sources seasonal ingredients for the made-from-scratch menu—down to the tortillas, salsas, and beans—where family-style dishes such as beet and melon aguachile encourage sharing. Diners lean into the plant-forward smokey sopecitos with griddled masa cakes and hearty chipotle-roasted mushrooms, while others can’t miss the short rib barbacoa topped with zingy pickled nopales. The dishes pair with the restaurant’s menu of 50-some sipping mezcals that emphasize small-batch makers and women-owned brands. Natural wine enthusiasts can dip into the restaurant’s attached coral-hued vino bar." - Ashley M. Biggers

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The 23 Essential Restaurants in Santa Fe

"This upscale Mexican restaurant makes its tortillas from local landrace blue corn that’s nixtamalized in house. The result is a complex flavor that elevates Paloma’s tacos — topped with carne asada, sea bass, or cauliflower — into some of the best in town." - Willy Carleton, Justin De La Rosa, Karen Fischer

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"At Paloma in Santa Fe, a Oaxacan Negroni and a slice of guava-piñon marzipan tart with guava sorbet."

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"Sandwiched in between the Railyard District and the plaza, this breezy brick-and-adobe-exposed Mexican-inspired spot features a sprawl of folk art, majolica tiles, distressed windowpanes, and leather banquettes. There’s a range of diverse delights on the menu: duck carnitas, marrow tacos, grilled whole sea bass and, for vegetarians, cauliflower Frito tacos topped with Marcona almonds, raisins, and Spanish olives. For a side dish, order the warm Mexican street corn, known as esquites . To sip, it's all about house-shaken tequila, smoky mezcal cocktails, and classic Mexican brews like Sol and Bohemia."

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james tripp

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Was in town for a night and researched the best spots to eat in town and this restaurant was on a majority of the lists I saw. For a Friday night I was able to book a reservation just hours before, but apparently January is not peak tourist season so during peak season you probably want to plan ahead. The restaurant is not large but has a nice homely feel. Dinning alone I had a 2 seater table booth on the back wall and was close enough to the other tables to easily be involved in their conversations. Actually did have a nice conversation and got good bar recommendations for the night where I kater saw that couple. But if you want privacy. Maybe not the place for you. The Paloma cocktail was nice and refreshing. The salsa sampler is a Must!! Served with big tortilla chips. Save a bit of your favorite salsa to add to your dish if you can resist eating them all before. I had the braised short rib with the bean and corn mixture. It was good. The beef was super tender and shredded easily. A different combination with the beans but it was a good blend of texture and flavor profile. Could the portion of short rib have been larger for the price of the dish? I'd say yes. But nothing to complain about except for service felt a little slow. As a single dinner I felt the waitress was not very attentive. My first cocktail was empty for quite some time before she came back and by then I opted to just drink water instead of getting a 2nd cocktail. Prices seemed high for what you get, but this is in a prime location so I understand. From what I observed staff is very friendly and this seems like a place that the locals enjoy coming back to and that means a lot. Worth a try but I'd suggest browsing other photos to help with menu selections.

luka petek

Google
The atmosphere is fantastic, The food was great and the waitress was amazingly charming. all in all a great experience, try the Barbacoa, the Paloma & Margaritas and the chocolate cake. fab place! if only they still sold Paloma tshirts, we’d get some!

Anthony Proulx

Google
Very lovely decor and athestics. The food very was delicious but also more than an average place. Great place to take out a client or for a date night.

Matthew Leblanc

Google
The atmosphere was great and probably kept me from rating lower. My favorite drink was the Diablo. My favorite dish was the Pepita salad. My least favorite items were the Jamaican Style cocktail, which tasted like cough medicine, and the sea bass, which was burnt to a crisp. Im not sure if it was an off night but I'm not sure I would give Paloma a second chance considering my check was $98 for 2/3 food items that were not good and a drink that gave me childhood flash backs I care not to relive.

Sylvia Valdez

Google
Very high dollar meal for 2 people $100.00. The food was very delicious. Just too expensive and crowded. Limited parking. Seats were too close together. I heard their whole conversation. Very attentive and friendly staff. If you want to splurge, the steak fajitas were very delicious at $32.00!! That's just price gouging. It had a lime taste, it was good. My husband had ceviche , he enjoyed it and was pleased with his choice. Overall, i say it was very delicious food, but at that price I don't feel I need to go back.

Jillian Paige

Google
A gem! I got the mezcal negroni and it was the best cocktail I had on my entire Sante Fe trip. The staff was great and the atmosphere was wonderful.

Alissa Orr

Google
Food was very tasty. We sat inside and enjoyed the decor and ambiance. The salsas were all good and fun to try. The fish tacos and steak fajitas were delicious and the esquites were to die for. Service was at a leisurely pace, never rushed to eat faster or to leave. We did not have a reservation and were sat quickly but I do recommend getting a reservation as they said they’d fill up.

Ludmila Santos

Google
This restaurant has beautiful decor and really nice people working there. Service was great, food and drinks were delicious.
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Fiona K.

Yelp
Vibes 10/10. Food, a bit overpriced. We got the housemade salsas and chips which were delish and a perfect pairing to the La Bruma Tonic. The Tacos Negros were packed with ingredients, but lacked a bit of flavor (we had to add additional salsas to the one it came with). And again, not worth
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Michael M.

Yelp
The evening started with slow service as the restaurant was full. We were seated at 1806 and did nit get drinks ordered until 1820. The water was brought without ice and I had to order a glass with ice. When it arrived the waiter did not take the extra glass iff the table as she should. The chips and salsa arrived 4 minutes after placing the order. The three salsas were flavorful and varied. In fact the meal was very flavorful and of good quality. The alcoholic drinks arrived at 1837 so a full 31 minutes after arriving at the table. Most restaurants strive for much faster turns. The side dish Brussels sprouts arrived at 1843 with the main courses at 1844. At 1846 our waitress attended to the table on our right and did not ask how we were doing. My ice had fully melted and she could have refilled it. At 1850 we waved her down and she brought a refilled glass and failed to take the empty. It is now 1905 and we have not been asked once if we would like another drink. We are calling it a night and heading back to the Inn of the Anasazi where the service is impeccable. Cannot recommend this restaurant because of the service.
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Sıla Yaren A.

Yelp
Went here again to try their new brunch menu! Very delicious as always, the tacos look small but they're very filling. The salsas are great and I recommend ordering extra to make sure you get a good amount on your tacos. My friend got the pancake and it was also very delicious, highly recommend trying it out! Plus their drinks are delicious as always.
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Abby L.

Yelp
YUM! Wow. I wasn't sure about this place when my husband suggested it because we had friends in town and I wanted to make sure they got good food. And now I know to take people back! Personally, I think my nachos were the best. Stacked with everything and beautifully placed. I got the steak added and it was actually medium rare steak and my husband's tacos were amazing! The waiter was considerate and kind taking a side off our ticket when it came out at the end of our meal.
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Amanda B.

Yelp
10/10 experience! We went for Saturday brunch, and the vibe was so relaxing. Gorgeously decorated with bright florals and comfy seating. We were lucky enough to catch the jazz duet, and the singer had a beautiful voice. The food was fresh and authentic -- we loved the Tacos de Papa, Avocado Huarache and Short Rib Hash. Waitstaff was friendly and efficient. A perfect finish to a 4-day visit. Highly recommend!
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Ludmila S.

Yelp
This restaurant has beautiful decor and really nice people working there. Service was great, food and drinks were delicious.
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Sara Z.

Yelp
This is a vibe-y and great spot! Highly recommend making a reservation, especially for weekends. I made a reservation the night before for an early dinner for myself and my mom for Mother's Day, which came in handy because it ended up being packed inside. We went for a lighter dinner with a few different appetizers, including the Pepita Salad, the tostaditas de atun, and the brussel sprouts. All of these were really delicious, and I saw the nachos and fish tacos at other tables and if I were hungrier, I would have ordered them as well. We also got the churros which were okay. I also ordered a paloma because duh and it was delicious, very well balanced.
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Magda M.

Yelp
Had a Sunday night reservation during our stay in Santa Fe. This place was on all the lists of favorites from several Airbnb hosts. We ordered the salsas and quac - all so so good. Fresh and unique and flavorful. I wanted to drink all the salsas - that good For our mains we got the fish tacos and steak fajitas. Everything was super delicious. The only negative thing I'll mention is that $20 for two tacos seemed really steep. No sides with that. So if you are hungry, don't get this as your dish without considering this. The pineapple spicy margs were very good!! Got a few of those. Our server was very sweet and kind! Sadly they were sold out of the churros, which I would have loved to try. Next trip!
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Heather G.

Yelp
Yup! Came back! And still so yummy. My boyfriend also was super happy. The pico de gallo on top was pretty spicy this time and I felt the beans and rice could have been a little more flavorful but mixed with the steak and veggies easy to forget. The Paloma was well made. It was 4th of July we made a reservation online and we were sat right away. My biggest complaint is that it was too warm in there. Fans were off and I wanted the AC cranked down in order to enjoy my hot meal with the warm day!
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Maureen B.

Yelp
So delicious. We went here on our first night in Santa Fe (with a reservation). The place is super cool - a little dark and we had to use flashlights to read the menu. Service from Augusto was great. Drinks were really interesting and delicious. Food was great.
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Anastasia D.

Yelp
The Food and drinks were great. The service was very much lacking and left much to be desired. The host was great with getting us a drink while we waited and quickly got us a table. The server messed up our order, never checked in and took a long time to get to us for another round or more food. Other staff was walking around but not helping each other out, but plenty stood around talking at the bar. They have a great agave spirits selection (we should have waited to sit at the bar), lamb pozole and gluten free options. If the service hadn't been so spotty, it would have been a five star experience.

Pat C.

Yelp
Excellent fish tacos - different than the standard fare which was a good thing When Friends weren't happy with their drinks - it was quickly remedied
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Rhett C.

Yelp
Ambiance is great. Tables are fairly close to each other so you may meet some other travelers . Classic margarita salted is on point. Highly recommend. The 'salsas' quad serving is very good. Believe you get an Ancho, jalapeno, Pico, and habanero salsa. Super good . Wife likes her margaritas in-between sweet and sour. She had a Paloma. Definitely enjoyed. Would of had another but our waiter was kinda hard to find. We had at least 3 or 4 different people between asking for service and having things delivered. Overall great experience. Oh as a main we had fajitas. They were good. They use pickled veggies that have been sautéed. I definitely enjoyed. No pics. Because I was too hungry and forgot to take pictures of everything
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Michele O.

Yelp
I was so looking forward to a return visit. We had been here a few years ago, and I had their chicken mole, which was oh, so, wonderful. So I guess I had high expectations; too high, as it turned out. We had reservations, and had arrived just after they opened, so we were one of the first in the door. We were offered a seat in the bar side of the restaurant, which I thought was a little odd, but, okay, it seemed good enough. But so much for the ambiance. We were given water and menus, and from then on, the service was sub-par. It seemed like every time the server appeared she felt she was doing us a favor, in fact, we had to flag her down a few times. And the final insult was when she dropped off the check, just set it on the table and walked off. No pleasantries whatever. We ordered chips and guacamole. The guacamole was so very good, but was served with a very minimal amount of chips. I loaded each chip with lots of guacamole, but still ran out of chips. Had to flag down waitress for some more. The chicken mole was not on the menu, but they had Enmoladas (chicken mole enchiladas), so that is what I ordered. Couldn't wait to have the wonderful mole sauce again! Unfortunately, it was not anywhere near what I remembered. The mole was too thick and was missing the complex, flavorful spices that I remembered from the last visit. The tortillas were a bit tough, and the chicken was very dry. So sad. On a brighter note, my husband ordered the sea bass, and lucky for me he was willing to share. The sea bass was so delicious. It was moist and flavorful, and I wish I would have ordered the sea bass instead. If I had based my rating on just this experience, I would have given the restaurant two stars. For the price of the meal, the service and Enmoladas should have been excellent. Instead both were subpar. But this rating was saved by the sea bass, it was so good, it warranted a star of its own.
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Francine N.

Yelp
This place never disappoints! I make a point to come to this restaurant every time I'm in Santa Fe. I at least eat here 2 to 3 times while I'm in town. My favorite dishes are the ceviche and fish tacos. I always sit at the bar and the bartenders couldn't be more lovely and engaging.
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Destiny L.

Yelp
So Paloma had been on my must visit list for quite some time now, and I am so happy that I finally got the chance to check them out Located not far from the Santa Fe Plaza. This little hidden gem is so cute and such an experience. Next time I come, I will probably make reservations. That was my only note, but we were still able to order drinks at the standing bar and then were sat at the actual bar. The menu is on the pricier side, but it is absolutely fine dining. I started off with the aqua de jamiaca and it was delightful. One of my friends ordered the nachos and I absolutely will have to try them next time. Honestly, everything was so good. We were all so happy with our meals even though it was again on the pricier side. The only bummer was they were out of churros at the end of the night, but we ended up going to churro bar instead and it was really fun. I will absolutely be back. The space is so cute and the drink menu sounded amazing all around.

Will D.

Yelp
Great food, service, drinks. Happening place. We had roasted carrots, fish tacos, mole w chips plus a few margaritas. Just a fun place. Make a reservation. They were hanging out the door. Fish tacos are coated in meal and squid ink. A real surprise. The mole sauce on the carrots was fantastic - nutty from roasted sesames. A must for any visit to Santa Fe.
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Cassie B.

Yelp
While the food was delicious, the hostess very clearly sized my partner and I up when we came in (we're young and mixed race, which was our only guess for why she treated us differently than folks that came in after us) and was incredibly rude to us. It was a Thursday, early evening, and she fussed about finding us a table (it was not busy at all) and told us we had to be out in an hour for a reservation (there were PLENTY of other tables available). We took it very nicely because we had a movie to see nearby, and it was too late to go elsewhere. Our waiter was lovely. The food was great, but that hostess was really exceptionally awful for Santa Fe. Will not be returning.
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Zalt Ann Pepper P.

Yelp
Hands down my favorite restaurant in Santa Fe the food and drinks were amazing and it's a super Cute location.
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Neechi M.

Yelp
Excellent food especially given the small plates since we were not super hungry. The small churros at the end were just the right size as well - not too big, not too small. We had a lovely evening in some nice soft light and spent most of the time enjoying the delicious drinks then walking home since the place wasn't very far from downtown where we were staying. Great place for dinner!

David K.

Yelp
Went here 1st week in April 2025. Food, service and ambience above average. Tables close together. Noisy and difficult to talk.

J S.

Yelp
Great food drinks and service while in beautiful New Mexico. Nice patio and close to lots of shopping and galleries .
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Barbara P.

Yelp
Paloma in Santa Fe is a delightful restaurant. My daughter and I enjoyed it very much. We started with The Tuna Tostaditos which were several crisp little tortillas that had avocado, chipotle mayo, serrano chile peppers, and scallions....very nice appetizer. Then my daughter had Chicken en Mole, which she really loved. The chicken breast was roasted and was accompanied by sweet potato tamales, the mole negro, and crispy kale. I ordered the Lamb Posole, which was excellent. It is a soup made with smoked lamb shoulder, guajillo chile pepper broth, bits of grilled nopale (cactus), accompanied by shredded cabbage and avocado slices. It is a charming restaurant, well decorated, with a very friendly and helpful staff. If you are in Santa Fe, we highly recommend having a dinner at Paloma!
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Darrell D.

Yelp
Everything about Palmoma was outstanding, well maybe the location is not all that special, but the food, drinks and service makes it well worth it. We had the Cerviche for a shared appetizer, then one of us had a couple of appetizers for dinner. Ceviche was excellent. I had the Short Ribs, and they were delicious and tender, plus the corn/beans that came with it were a novel dish that was also really good. The tequila selection was intimidating, but the waiter made some great recommendations and we expanded our tequila palette.

Lori M.

Yelp
Delicious southwest food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere. Service was great! They offer flights of Mezcal but we couldn't do this time as needed to catch a train.
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Heather Kirk W.

Yelp
Best lunch/brunch in Santa Fe (Thursday to Sunday) for great vibe, delicious food: try the guacamole and short ribs hash! Refreshing agua frescas, superb coffee, sweet waitstaff and all around perfect spot to enjoy time with friends.

Tatiana S.

Yelp
The staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating. I was traveling for a work trip and was in a rush to get an order- bad time management on my end. I didn't have to explain anything to them and they helped get my order in and out. I ordered an agua Fresca and chilaquiles. The price was a bit on the higher end but I enjoyed my food.
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Heather T.

Yelp
Thankfully the hubs and I had reservations for dinner because this place was packed with diners wanting to see if they could be squeezed in. We started with the sampler of chips and salsa. We had four different salsas with house made chips. They were so good, we went through two baskets. The hubs got the crispy fish tacos - crispy and a very, very good fish taco. I went with the mushroom sopecitos that were slightly crispy but soft masa topped with delicious roasted mushrooms and black beans. They are a smaller dish so I was glad to have the chips and salsa to round things out. Service was friendly and overall we had a really great dinner.
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Christelle D.

Yelp
We were visiting from SF and this restaurant was recommended to us! It did not disappoint. We were seated at the bar stools of the back patio which looked fun and festive. Absolutely ORDER the esquites and the barbacoa. Beef was slow-cooked to perfection, melts in your mouth, and serves two if you're having appetizers/other things. It's TOO GOOD. It came with polenta that isn't over mashed, as if a food angel helped you chew a corn tortilla that's been soaked in some tender meat goodness. The esquites is the cheesiest thing I've ever had in my life, and it had a surprise garlic clove in there that made everything better. It's white cheddar popcorn that came to life. It's not sour with lime or overdone with chamoy or mayo. It just... is SO GOOD. The sopecitos and ceviche were delicious, but I'd be excited to try other things too! I've never had a sopecito and it was a tad starchy for me but still a good taste profile. The guac and salsas looked sick and I will dip their fresh warm tortilla chips in anything. Will definitely return to Paloma!
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Eri S.

Yelp
Can't believe I didn't post this when I was in Santa Fe over a long weekend in July. We originally planned to go to another place; were in the area early and thought just a drink and a bite to hold us over, but when we stepped in and it smelled delicious so we decided to stay for dinner. Had a michelada verde to start. Delish and so refreshing and the combo of frosty salty green spicy was life-giving. We shared everything - salad mixto, mushroom sopecitos, and one more dish I'm blanking on. I remember liking everything, though, and leaving very full. Service was friendly and informative, and they accommodated a request to put raw/pickled onion on the side for my friend. Restaurant is located near the the train station. Found that Santa Fe can be pretty walkable if I pace myself, wear the right things, carry cold water and a bandana, try to walk by the river or on tree-lined streets, and walk in the morning and evening. Helps to get lots of iced drinks (Sky Coffee is nearby) and some ice cream (La Lecheria). Def 4+ experience. Would go again.

Andrew C.

Yelp
If you want Tex-mex, look elsewhere. Many of the dishes are interpretations of Oaxacan regional specialties. Those interpretations were elevated with very fresh ingredients, were extremely well-prepared, and were presented beautifully. The service was very good. They had a bit of a snafu with their reservation system after a rain storm messed up their patio service, but they still found a way to honor their commitment. Kudos. The ambiance was very comfortable for us. One of us with some hearing loss could still participate in the conversation. This place will be on my list if I manage to return to Santa Fe. What a joy!
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Gina K.

Yelp
Giving it 4 stars for the food but 2 star for service. Not sure if they were short staffed or just didn't know how to manage all the tables. We got the salsa appetizer to start. The chips were so fresh and had the perfect corn flavor. Most of the salsas were medium to hot spicy. The chips were continuously refilled which was great but we definitely filled up way too much on the app. The fries were a perfect crisp and the sauce drizzled on top gave them a southwest kick. It's a tapas style restaurant so, we split pork tacos which were tender.
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Lisa W.

Yelp
Made reservations, and were called promptly for our table even though we chose to wait at the adjoining Copita bar due to crowd. All staff we encountered were friendly, welcoming like we were old friends; hostess, food runners, waitresses, and others. Our food was amazing. My steak fajitas were the most tender, juicy, flavorful meat of any cut I've ever had. My husband got the chicken mole and very much enjoyed the flavors he tasted in the mole, while the chicken was tender and moist. We also got a side of the crispy fingerlings and finished with the flan topped with grapefruit rind. Beatiful Santa Fe decor, candles and wall hangings made for a unique and comfortably intimate setting. The spicy pina marg was smooth and not overly sweet. I enjoyed this restaurant so much!
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Lianna T.

Yelp
Possibly our favorite restaurant in Santa Fe, Paloma Restaurant has a fun and lively energy (which is not done justice by the pictures) and absolutely delicious food. The cuisine is Mexican, and yet the dishes feel light and fresh with unique combinations of ingredients and flavors. We started with the House-Made Salsas and Chips, which came with four options of salsa that were fun to sample and try. We then split the Mixta Salad with braised beets, grapefruit, pickled onion, and puffed amaranth as well as the Crispy Fish Tacos with sea bass, jalapeno slaw, and chipotle mayo. The salad was light, citrusy and had ample beets and toppings. We resisted from scooping up the dressing with our tacos as it was very tasty. The tacos were also delicious, with uber fresh fish that you don't always expect in a fried fish taco. Memorable food in a fun setting!
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Scott P.

Yelp
~~~~****~~~ A Terrific dining experience in so many ways. Remarkably fresh ingredients and a skilled kitchen staff contribute to some exceptional dishes. We thoroughly enjoyed every dish. We especially liked the presentation of beets in a watermelon, basil onion broth. Sweet and savory and a beautiful color ... we joked it would make a wonderful cocktail. Fortunately Andrea, our superb bartender, helped us decide on just the right Mezcal ... and this broth was superb as a fun cocktail :)) Anyway - if the portions are too small, this is not your place. If you don't feel respected (because whatever reason) - look around at the very cool staff ... ain't nobody judging anybody here from what we could see. Just an efficient restaurant with a smaller space, terrific food, and catering to an experienced, intelligent dining clientele - who appreciate the food here. We like it very much. We hope you do too ... it's very good :)
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Andrea N.

Yelp
If Paloma isn't on your list of restaurants for a quick trip to Santa Fe, I think you're doing Santa Fe wrong!! Paloma has the flair and authentic flavors of Mexican cuisine, but with a chic vibe, up-scale menu, quality ingredients..... and heated toilet seats for those of you visiting during the off-season. Our server was super knowledgeable, and put together a custom tequila/mezcal flight (based on my personal whisky/scotch preferences). We had a blast tasting different styles of tequila and the food/spice pairings. (Don't miss out on trying them with orange and cinnamon!) In addition, every single bite of the food we ordered was absurdly delicious. The carnitas tacos and cauliflower tacos were amazing (do NOT underestimate the cauliflower one). The ceviche (not pictured) was also super tender and flavorful. And the chef special tres leches cake was definitely worth the calories. No joke guys - put this on your list!
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Theresa M.

Yelp
While the plates are minimal for an entree, the food is just ok. It's very pricey for tacos. $10 for 1 fish taco. So 2 on an entree are$20 and that is all there was on the plate. Oh, and some salsa that tasted like italian tomato sauce. The other dish was a half of a quesadilla. Meat was lacking. $26. Maybe people don't go for the food but the drinks.
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Jamie P.

Yelp
Excellent food and drinks!! Very personable staff also. Got there right at closing yet they still served us food and didn't make us feel rushed.

Laura K.

Yelp
We had the most horrible dining experience. We saw a rat run across the floor (inside) and go under a table where people we dining and didn't know. We told our server who did nothing about it. We told the manager who told us he caught jt by the tail and removed jt. Service was horrible. We had to remind our server to bring what we had ordered. Check arrived and they had added 25% gratuity and put another line for additional tip. When asked about this, the manager said that we were charged for a "special request". When asked what the "special request" was, he told us that we requested to have the rat removed. Food and service were horrible. Would not recommend to anyone.
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Shelly T.

Yelp
We went here when visiting from out of town. We had a reservation for 1830 and I was glad we had one! The place was pretty busy. It got extremely busy (every table full, a party of 12, louder) at 1930. We started with the salsas, which were great, then had the short rib barbacoa and the chicken mole. Both were great. We had coconut sorbet to end and it was very coconutty and light, a great way to end the meal. The service was very friendly and attentive.

Les S.

Yelp
Paloma is a Santa Fe gem. Delicious creative takes on Mexican cuisine, friendly service, fabulous selection of tequilas and mezcals. The pepita salad is a delight. The charming owner also runs a great pizzeria (Esquina) and casual bar (Copita), both of which share outdoor seating all right on Guadalupe street. In a town full of Mexican restaurants, Paloma is uniquely wonderful. ¡Te encantará!
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Michae A.

Yelp
I highly recommend coming here for authentic Oaxacan Mexican food. The food is delicious. My favorites are the sea bass and the steak fajitas. Also, if you like mexcal, they have a great selection and can help you find one you would like. I prefer more floral and herbaceous, and my husband likes more smokey.
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Emma S.

Yelp
Went on a dinner date with my friend and we had such a good time! Definitely make a reservation because the dining room is small and fills up quick. They recommended ordering a few dishes to share, which is what we did. Each dish was delicious but the highlight was the mushroom sopecitos! They make their own masa and mezcal in house so be sure to order ones of the dishes from the nixtamal section. Service can be a little slow, but all of their staff was so friendly!
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Brad M.

Yelp
We found this place on a friend's recommendation, and it was ok. We began with the beet and melon aquachile. It was a watermelon and beet, with pickled onion and basil, and was a wonderful appetizer to cleanse the palate. Paloma's bar is mezcal-and tequila focused . I had the waiter suggest a flight. I am a tequila drinker, but not very versed in mezcal or solotl. The waiter did an excellent job at finding me a good variety, which I really enjoyed. I highly suggest the flights! For food, the squash blossoms left something to be desired. They did not have the cauliflower tacos, which is what we came to get. My friend did have the Cauliflower Sope, and it was very enjoyable. The mushroom tlayuda was tasty, and the mushrooms were the star. The restaurant is very popular. 3 stars
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Karen N.

Yelp
Had to wait 30 minutes after being told to wait outside even though we had a reservation for our anniversary. When finally seated at a tiny table with heavy traffic in a noisy area by the host who said he was like a lion tamer (?), we waited 30 minutes for our drinks after having to ask for them. The food (carnitas quesadillas and beef fajitas) was good and the staff who served the food were great, but our server's customer service was lacking. First and last time to go here and we live in town! So disappointing
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Nick B.

Yelp
The food was amazing here as was the service. The pork with watermelon radishes was the highlight for me. Only 4 stars because the wait staff should advise about the heat levels on the salsa that came with the quesadilla. Hubby "got burned" as did the table next to us. It was very very very hot. Prices were reasonable to almost cheap. The room was warm and inviting. Cutely decorated. Will definitely visit again on our next trip to Santa Fe.
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N F.

Yelp
Made a reservation based on feedback I'd seen online, good idea, watched SO many people get turned away. Very limited menu, but pretty tasty. Strong margaritas, good guacamole. The Brussels were my fave. Churros were sadly, a bit of a let down. Would still recommend.
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Tim M.

Yelp
Incredible meal! The drinks, from cocktails to mezcal, tequila, sotol to a variety of agave non mezcal type derivatives just very detailed and well balanced. The waiter was spot on with his recommendations. I had the Buffalo Burria. With roasted carrots. Both had so much flavor. Everyone around us was talking to our family. It's definitely a local favorite and I can see why. Service is top notch and food is exquisite. To get the amount of food we got, it would have been triple the price in DC. Must try if you are in town.

Nikki K.

Yelp
Great food and great service. Fish tacos were delicious as were the Brussels sprouts and papas! Everything was so good!