SkyFire Restaurant

SkyFire is tucked within a main building at Bishops Lodge, in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Santa Fe. To me, it rates relatively mid-range within the Auberge brand. The setting is lovely but doesn’t capitalize fully on the mountain views, instead having a terrace angled solely at the lower, western horizon — it’s pretty, but bring your sunglasses and a jacket for high wind exposure. The greeting we received at the host stand was a bit off-putting. Uncertain how long the drive from Santa Fe’s historic plaza to Bishops Lodge might take and how the weather might shape up, we headed over early and walked around the beautiful grounds awhile. When we made our way to SkyFire, we were told rather brusquely that we were 25 minutes early and could take a seat in the bar, even though it was an uncrowded weeknight and they were seemingly not at all understaffed. No one came to find us even at our reservation time, so we made our way back to the stand and were taken to our terrace table. The menu was not particularly novel, but the dishes were enjoyable, and our server was quite friendly (and kindly pointed out that 20% gratuity is added across the board at the lodge). In general, it was a “good but not great” experience that felt expensive but underwhelming.

We thoroughly enjoyed every course at this restaurant. The fresh and incredibly delicious ingredients made for an impressive dining experience in for our summer trip in Santa Fe.

I have never paid this much money for the mid-est mains ever. I got the pan seared chicken. She was drier than summers in the New Mexican desert and I felt so dumb that it was $42. My husband got the grilled ruby trout. It was slightly less than okay. We don't usually order fish in New Mexico but we thought...hmm maybe this place would be okay. Nope. It was 100% not worth $46. We got the Hamachi Tiradito and the New Mexican Truffle bread as starters and both of them were hilarious and not in a good way. The server told us that the Tiradito is tart... almost as ...a warning?? A warning we should have listened to because it really was so tart that it bordered inedible. The server said that the food is focused on staying true to the land and the ancestors and then brought out the New Mexico Truffle Bread. It was a knotted croissant with a chipotle butter smear and .... chimichurri sauce (??!! like...why??... who's ancestors are we honoring with croissants??). They could have pretended it was frybread at least that way they'd be pretending to honor the actual ancestors. The dessert was nice. Can't go wrong with chocolate thank god. This was the DUMBEST ~$250 we spent. Please eat somewhere else. The place is beautiful but the food.......is terrible and expensive. Not a combination that is remembered for the right reasons. Sorry to be this harsh Skyfire. There is some work to be done. Also... adding an edit about poor community water usage etiquette by Bishop's Lodge? I'm not a local but honestly...this is the kind of stuff that leaks over to thoughtfulness in hospitality. If you don't have empathy for your community, you sure as hell don't have empathy and thoughtfulness towards your guests..NO THANKYOUUU (I've added photos of concerns voiced by locals about water usage).

I just had a birthday dinner at this place. It was AMAZING. The view and environment was a beautiful, quiet-luxury-of-the-southwest vibe. The white molé halibut was INCREDIBLE. All of the staff who helped us were great. Our server, Violet, was particularly incredible. She should teach classes on how to give incredible customer service and care. The stories she told about each dish…the thoughtfulness in bringing out extra spoons because she knew we’d want to eat all the sauce…and she gave us so many tastes and tries of things complimentary that when the bill came, my jaw actually dropped. I would recommend this restaurant 1000x, and I hope Violet gets a huge bonus / raise / becomes a hospitality industry thought leader.

Beautiful spot about 2.5 miles outside Santa Fe for brunch - Valley and Gorge views from the outside deck. Food and drinks - awesome!! 👏🏽

Skyfire at the newly renovated Bishop’s Lodge is a great place to spend an elegant Santa Fe Summer evening. Although the four of us sat at a table in the dining room, the bar (we often eat bars) is very inviting, facing a window and the busy portal beyond. The bar also has a lounge; a perfect spot for a pre-dinner libation. Speaking of the portal, it was spacious, with well-spaced tables, strings of Edison bulbs, a kiva, and heaters for cooler nights. It sure was hopping when we arrived. We opted to sit in the Southwesternly elegant dining room. Service was excellent and the food was well-prepared and plated, and very tasty. My lamb chops were generous and perfectly cooked, and I especially liked the accompaniment of peas and favas. My wife and our friendly also enjoyed their meals, especially the Bison Tartare. The wine list was good and varied but I would have preferred to see more lower-priced options (we rarely pay more than $60 for a restaurant wine because of notorious restaurant markups — we drink the good stuff at home). We ordered the chocolate cake for dessert, which was as surprisingly fun as it was chocolatey (see photo). In cooler weather, it would have been great to enjoy our desserts in the living-room-like lounge, with roaring fireplace and leather comfy chairs. This is a great place to take out-of-towners, especially if you are looking for a change of scenery from downtown Santa Fe. Five minute drive from the Plaza. Valet parking available. We will be back.

Happy hour is a perfect time to check this nice place out. They have a great menu and we ordered fish and brisket tacos. They are small fyi but they were good. The beer options were average at best. The cocktails looked elevated. I think it took a bit too long for our food to come out. I also felt one or two more check-ins and or refills of tea and water would have been appreciated. When our server was there, they were very professional. The views are pleasant inside and out. I will return.

Great service and atmosphere. My dish was not my favorite (octopus) as I felt the chipotle sauce was overwhelming, and I was not a fan of the crunchy grilled fennel. The ribeye was amazing, as were the shrimp empanadas. Very nice place to celebrate special occasions. Very expensive.

Such a beautiful atmosphere on the patio. The air smells like fresh autumn leaves and Palo santo today. We only came for a few drinks and both enjoyed the dirty mezcalito. Was quite good but not very strong or heavy enough on the mezcal. Still recommend for the vibes.

Beautiful views from the patio. They have an outdoor fireplace to keep warm along with blankets. Comfortable seating and delicious food.

SkyFire is tucked within a main building at Bishops Lodge, in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Santa Fe. To me, it rates relatively mid-range within the Auberge brand. The setting is lovely but doesn't capitalize fully on the mountain views, instead having a terrace angled solely at the lower, western horizon -- it's pretty, but bring your sunglasses and a jacket for high wind exposure. The greeting we received at the host stand was a bit off-putting. Uncertain how long the drive from Santa Fe's historic plaza to Bishops Lodge might take and how the weather might shape up, we headed over early and walked around the beautiful grounds awhile. When we made our way to SkyFire, we were told rather brusquely that we were 25 minutes early and could take a seat in the bar, even though it was an uncrowded weeknight and they were seemingly not at all understaffed. No one came to find us even at our reservation time, so we made our way back to the stand and were taken to our terrace table. The menu was not particularly novel, but the dishes were enjoyable, and our server was quite friendly (and kindly pointed out that 20% gratuity is added across the board at the lodge). In general, it was a "good but not great" experience that felt expensive but underwhelming.

Great location at Bishop's Lodge resort. We sat on patio and had drinks and appetizers. Service was amazing. Ambience and couches were comfortable and inviting. Had some signature cocktails which were very good. For food I recommend the nachos which had thick tortilla chips ensuring they did not become soggy after a period of time from the cheese. The bison sliders with hatch green chiles were so-so

We had an exceptional dinner experience celebrating our honeymoon at Bishop Lodge and saved our most expensive dinner for last at SkyFire! Yes, it's pricey. But our meal and the service was phenomenal. The design/decor at Bishop Lodge has stunning views of the hilly mountains, especially at night when the property is lit up and the fire pits are warming you up on the cool summer/fall nights. We kicked off our meal with complimentary champagne (we appreciated the hospitality of the hotel to celebrate with us!). The himachi and apricot crudo was diiiiviiiine! The jalapeños added a flavorful punch. I got a sizeable portion of wagyu for my main entree, the sweet potato and apricot puree swimming in an adobo glace was eat-the-whole-plate level of good. The dessert, however, "Bishop's Apple", new to the menu, takes apples center stage. The almond crumble, tartness of the apples, and vanilla ice cream made this dish my absolute favorite of the night. SkyFire is very much for special occasions (unless you're, ya know, swimming in cash). We enjoyed their happy hour (50% off select drinks and appetizers) and this is a much more affordable option if you're interested in enjoying the premises!

We drove down from Park City and arrived late after a full day of travel. By the time we checked in around 8 PM, we were rushing to find dinner--and thankfully, Skyfire came through. Even though the kitchen closed at 10, they graciously seated us at 9 PM without hesitation. The service was warm and accommodating, and we truly appreciated their hospitality after a long day. So grateful for their kindness and flexibility!

Bishop's Lodge is obvi a very fancy venue and we stopped for lunch on our way into town. The ambience is gorgeous. However, the food was super sub-par as was the service. My $20 "garden salad" was wilted and brown and when I pointed it out to our server, she clearly didn't care. I really can't stand it when restaurants include a 20% service charge which Skyfire does for all party sizes. We were a party of three! We also got nachos which were not tasty and greasy chicken wings. I can't recommend Skyfire for food or service.

Woow .. what an amazing place to visit .,, Beautiful setting overlooking the Tesuque mountains, breathtaking and the food is to die for ,, visit this place if you want to live an experience of a lifetime

The service was very good. The restaurant is very Spanish colonial and nicely done - we needed the fire as the evening was cold outside. The wine list was interesting but quite limited. My wife and I shared the shrimp empanadas as a starter and they were great as was the chimichurri. My wife's chicken was very dry and quite uninteresting, and my sea bass was a beautiful piece of fish very nicely cooked. A nice meal but not one we will remember and talk about in the future.

Located inside of bishops lodge. It is one of the best restaurants in Santa Fe. Their menu doenst change much but they have some killer dishes. The place is very elegant with western element decor but don't feel too much. Tables are spaced out and some outdoor seatings available. Our waitress Melly is very friendly and attentive. The manager even stopped by to every table to say hi. The green risotto is my favorite with a very nice flavor, it's a bit heavy so recommend to share. The hamachi ceviche doesn't taste fresh but I guess they are not close to water they only can do much about fresh seafood, I recommend to skip this dish. elk short ribs is amazing but the mole doesn't really brought out the flavor, wish they use different sauce instead. The icecream is not great, taste artificial flavor. Drinks are amazing tho my martini taste great. Overall is one of the best meal in Santa Fe. Even personally I don't like some of the dishes but I think they are still great.

The food is incredible. I enjoyed the Alaskan Halibut so much that I dined the next evening with the same dish. The service was extraordinarily impeccable by our waitress Stephanie. Stephanie added grace and elegance to the entire experience, and she honored the chef's creations with each food description.

The food is solid, the happy hour is fantastic, the view is great, and the service - especially for breakfast, which is crazy for a $1000 a night hotel - *consistently sucks*. They're always understaffed. If you have money to spare (it's very expensive) and go with the idea of lingering and not caring about the service aspect, it's fine!

Had the most incredible dinner here with clients. I know there were issues in the early days and feedback has been hit or miss, but our servers and food were absolutely excellent. The ambiance is fantastic. I will say service can be slow when sitting on the terrace - took a while for drinks and to get the heat on, but once seated inside there were no problems. Our table - very nice but be aware that waiters cubby is behind it so they are always in an out. If this will really annoy you get a different table. We suggested they move it forward a bit to make less annoying. Important to note they have a compulsory 20% service charge on the total order. Anything else you give goes directly to your server. Food wise, everything was beyond delicious. Major shout out to the creator of the Green Chile Risotto. What a treat that was! The tostillos were great too - loved the spicy queso which isn't typical New Mexican cuisine. Outstanding overall. We had no room left for dessert which was a shame.

I'm shocked that there are only 9 reviews about this restaurant. I had such a lovely experience and the food we ordered were delicious. The service was great and the ambiance was homey. Aguachile Hamachi: Refreshing and light. It was a perfect start to the meal. I wish it was a tad more spicy. Will order again! Green Risotto: It was such a pretty presentation. It was creamy and filling. I don't recall the green chilies being a strong flavor but the color was pretty. The mushrooms helped with texture. And I loved that there was a lot of ground back pepper on top! Inverted Carrot Cake:There was a lot of components and I'm not sure what everything was. I do know there was vanilla ice cream, carrot cake, walnuts and a carrot puree. The cake was moist the ice cream was delicious. It was definitely carrot forward. Our server was engaged but not hovering. He did forget my appetizer but there was 15 of us so it's understandable. He kept the drinks going and the vibe made the dinner amazing! The property is beautiful! I recommend this place!

Beautiful place to enjoy any meal or cocktail no matter what time of day. We had an early breakfast during our staycation at Bishops Lodge and ordered the oatmeal, smoked salmon Benedict, and one of the omelettes. The oatmeal was delicious. I loved it a lot and enjoyed watching my one year old son indulge in a sweet breakfast as well. My wife had the smoked salmon Benedict and I thought that was the real star of all our dishes. Eggs poached perfectly, hollandaise wasn't too rich and just enough to not make everything go dry. I wished I had ordered that for myself too. My omelette wasn't anything special. It was dry, lacked flavor, and felt like it was an afterthought in the kitchen. I already know what to order the next time we come back!

We love coming here! The staff is great and the view, especially at sunset, is AMAZING! At night, in cooler weather, there are fire pits you can self-start & enjoy. Had brunch for the first time today. Tasty chicken & waffles... though the syrup sounded rich & spicy...it was neither... a bit disappointing, but it was good & the view distracted me from complaining. ;) This resort is TOP NOTCH. Prices reflect that... but it's worth it for the experiences we've had here. VERY RELAXING (We haven't stayed overnight.)

No complaints! The food was delicious and quality. I thoroughly enjoyed breakfast and the happy hour bites. You can't beat it! The service was attentive. The ambiance is romantic casual. The views were spectacular. Unfortunately, we didn't have dinner, but I can't imagine dinner would be different.

We had both dinner and brunch. Both were fair but the service was okay (far from great) and the food was good but not great. The drinks were very inconsistent in flavor and quality. We paid for cocktails and there was no liquor in any of the drinks. We were very disappointed because it was a birthday celebration. The brunch service was so slow and there were only 3 occupied tables. The huevo rancheros was ok and needless to say will not be a repeat for us. The eggs were not even cooked correctly which is a big no no and should be the easiest thing to do. Dinner seemed to be a problem for the kitchen to get out. We had reservations for 7:30 and sat in the bar for 30 minutes before we were seated. There were only 4 occupied tables. Neither experience will likely bring us back. We are disappointed. I hope this establishment makes it because it is a beautiful property. However it was beautiful way before Auberge purchased it so good luck to them.

The most beautiful dining room in all of Santa Fe, and their food is outstanding. We always go for Restaurant Week or any special occasiion. The grounds at historic Bishop's Lodge make this a destination in itself.

We had breakfast here today. It's such a lovely place to sit in the winter. So 5 stars for ambiance. 4 stars for food. It could be more special considering that this is a luxury hotel. But it was good. The service, however, was terrible. After receiving our coffee, we waited more than half an hour before asking someone if WWE could place an order. Another 10 minutes until a server appeared. (And another half hour for the food The server could have cared less. No hello. No apologizing for having us ignored. Just, "What can I get you?" This is a very expensive hotel and I expect more. Much more. Of course, the hotel already added 20% service charge. Why can't I decide how much to leave? 1. The server didn't deserve 20%. 2. Where is the manager? 3. I never would hire people like this. It's embarrassing.

My family and I came into Skyfire for the Sunday Jazz Brunch recently and we had the most wonderful time! The food was very tasty, the music created a nice ambiance and the service was terrific. I have been to many brunches in Santa Fe and this is certainly at the top, if not the best. You must go visit Skyfire and treat yourself! As an extra bonus: There were young children in our party, and it was a very nice touch to have full changing tables in the men's & women's restrooms at Skyfire!

Great site and staff but not going back there until Bishops Lodge Auberge agree not to dump their waste in Tesuque Creek . Love the tacos though !

If you're not staying at their hotel, do not go to this restaurant. They will make the assumption that you are poor and service will be bad. That was our experience at least, all four of us. This is really unfortunate too because I've been following them on Facebook for 2-3 months leading up to my vacation. The absolute worst restaurant experience I've had in my adult life. I'm a teacher too, so I feel like I have a lot of patience. Idk.

Wow new chief and a general manager Joey... what a great place We had fabulous bread champagne fish and a Mexican chicken dish The wait person David really made it great Beautiful views and valet parking Going Again Sooooon

The drive, grounds, staff, music, wait person were all great when we went for a Sunday Brunch to Bishop's Lodge SkyFire restaurant. The ambiance and views were just awesome. But... the food was atrocious. Two dried chicken enchiladas over pinto beans with barely any red or green sauce was just plain uninviting. Had to ask for more green chili sauce to moisten the plate. A creamer size miniature pitcher of tortilla soup was poured over a bowl of tortilla strips. Sorry but that was not a tasty tortilla soup. No complaints about the small portions nor the cost, just the food quality. Management should eat the food to see and evaluate what customers are eating. Thanks for listening.

Arrived today and had lunch and dinner at SkyFire. Great place with interesting choices for a variety of different foods. Tomorrow breakfast. I would come here more often if we lived nearby. But this is worth the drive from Albuquerque. Excellent service. Wonderful food. Pleasant ambiance. Highly recommended.

Worst food in Santa Fe. 88 bone in steak was junk. Lamb was tough gross. Wagu steak was junk too. Save your money to many restaurants for 500 in Santa Fe. Server was clueless. We left a huge tip for the sorry experience.

Amazing food. Love the ambiance. Waitstaff is more relaxed and could use a bit more hustle, but if you're okay with that you cannot beat the dining. Food is elevated and exceptionally well prepared and presented. Food 5/5 and competes with almost anything out there. Wait staff was attentive for the most part although prob had too many tables (is this a theme for Santa Fe?). Service: 4/5. The ambiance is incredible if you like relaxed luxury. For us this is 5/5.

Great place to visit and eat at! We went to brunch and it was quite lovely! Service was attentive and the ambiance we peaceful! Food was very good as well! Would recommend this place!

Food was fabulous, wonderful ambiance but the service was awful. Menu posted on web site is not the same menu in the restaurant.

I would love to give this experience a good rating but the pan seared chicken was nothing more than sous vied dried out chicken. After complaining that the chicken was dry and not pan seared my husbands dish was taken back and we were told he would get a new chicken only to have his food returned and told that is the same chicken but it was pan seared this time. Also the rice that came with one of the meals was soggy and tasteless. Any kitchen should be able to cook a staple rice. We were sadly disappointed as everyone else at the front of the house is amazing but the kitchen could use some work.

Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous. Great food in a fantastic service. The only reason this review is longer is because they require 85 characters you know what I mean 85 characters know ...

This place was awesome. Our server was the best. We splurged...chips with guacamole, salsa, and queso. All made fresh. We ate the risotto and grilled fish. Had house special margarita. Everything was great. We sat on patio with live music. Beautiful sunset! hence the name. Not 5 because it is pricey. Highly recommend.

The food....AMAZING! The presentation....FABULOUS! The service.....EXCEPTIONAL! We ate her for dinner and for brunch and it did not disappoint. The flavor profiles incorporating both Spanish and New Mexican flare with a symphony in my mouth. Not one complaint.

Unbelievably good food, setting and atmosphere. Waiter was friendly and attentive. Magical place.

Tough to beat the setting -- indoors and out! Really the only negative was the very weird, expensive and tiny serving of Aquachile Negro -- black and very sour which totally covered up any hint of the flavor/texture of the hamachi underneath.

The food is flavorful and good quality. The service is slow. The ambiance is beautiful! Expensive to eat here, but worth it if you don't mind spending several hundred dollars for dinner.

My boyfriend and I stopped in around 2pm on a Thursday when driving through the area. The website wasn't very informative on hours, location, etc., but we decided to check it out anyway. I'm so glad we did. I had the chicken enchiladas and a beer. He had the winter spaghettini. Both were so so delicious. The portions were just right to satisfy, though not huge. The space inside is gorgeous and the view is too. We were there when there was hardly anyone in the restaurant, which made it feel even more special. A big thing to note: There is little to no signage and Google Maps took us the wrong way. Park at the bottom lot and walk up the walkway/stairs to the building with the patio.

The food here was absolutely incredible. I think I ordered the brisket tacos 4x over my 3-day stay. The whole grilled fish was so fresh & perfectly cooked, the crispy fish tacos were light and delicious, and the cocktails were phenomenal! My family and I dined here every day at least once, and each time, the staff was so kind, offering spot-on recommendations and an enjoyable experience. When the whether was warmer, we sat on the patio overlooking the stunning scenery! Whether you're sitting solo at the bar, dining with your family or enjoying a romantic meal, skyfire is perfect!

This restaurant is at a new hotel. The architecture and grounds of the property are beautiful! My favorite part about this restaurant was the design and decor. Wow!! Flawlessly decorated for Santa Fe style and elegance. Food was good, but not stand out. Note: we were there for lunch. Service wasn't great. Really slow, which is typical in Santa Fe, but you expect more from a resort of this caliber. I'd come again for dinner to try out that menu.

My husband and I sat at the bar for dinner because they were fully booked for the night. We had a great time from the moment we stepped foot onto the property. Eddie warmly greeted us and directed us to the restaurant while also telling us the history of the property. We ordered the hamachi (a must!), quail ensalada (delicious), tortilla soup (it was good but I'd try something else the next time), and the Nilgai (delicious). Their cocktails are amazing-Derrick Is an incredible mixologist. I highly recommend visiting and having dinner at the bar, the service was great, the views are stunning, and the food is delicious. We will be back.

The Good: Beautiful restaurant in a lovely setting at the newly refurbished Bishop's Lodge. The brunch item I had was excellent: the Chop Chop salad with (added) grilled shrimp. The servers were absolutely fantastic. I wish I had gotten their names. The Not-So-Good: Hubs had the Flapjacks. He did not like them, though perhaps others would. Not sure what kind of flour they used, but the color of the jacks was sort of a chestnut color. I tasted them and thought they were interesting. The bill arrived and hubs was busy talking to the waitress and didn't spend any time checking it before adding a tip and signing. The next day he looked at the receipt. They added a 20% service charge!!! For a table of 2?? He added a generous tip on top of this because ...duh...he didn't check the bill. There was also an item on the bill that we did not recognize at all. I will probably still call them about this and the svc chg. Conclusion: Not sure we'll return soon. I think they still have some kinks to work out.

Have been to SkyFire a few times now, and it was fantastic each time. Food is excellent, staff are incredibly friendly and on their game (very professional). During the warmer months, highly recommend to sit outside on the patio - just gorgeous out there.

We waited in the lobby for 20 minutes to speak to the host to check in for our reservation. We finally got seated, but more than 1.5 hours after we arrived, we were sitting at the table with empty glasses of wine and still no entree. We're actually still here. And bored. And hungry. And waiting. But we are expected to pay a 20% service charge... but, um, the service wasn't great because they were super understaffed. UPDATE: The food finally came! The pork belly was delicious, and the mole was incredible. However, the potatoes were not fully cooked and the sweet potato purée was inedible. The barramundi (market fish) was great. Overall, food was hit or miss but the whole experience was meh. I do not recommend. UPDATE #2: We voiced our complaints re super slow service and various inedible items. They took the entrees off of our bill.

We went during happy hour. A 20% service charge was added to our bill, which is fine. However, the 20% was on non happy hour prices (prices that were not on our menu), so we were actually charged 30% gratuity and were taxed on that 30%. The server told us that the gratuity went to the kitchen and bar and anything additional went to her. So, not realizing we already paid 30% gave her another $20 because she made us believe we were tipping the kitchen and the bar. Once we got home we realized we paid 50% in gratuity. This is all very shady for a 5 star hotel. Will never return.

This spot is breathtaking! And add great food, cocktails, and service. Shrimp empanadas, fish tacos, yellowtail tostadas--yum!

I ate at a restaurant with friends, the service was courteous, the food arrived slowly, a burrata salad that was very salty. For the main course, I ordered a risotto with salmon, which was delicious until I got a bone stuck in my throat that appeared in the salmon. It is possible that the salmon will be a very large bone that the chef will miss... I am very disappointed that I paid for the food that I took out of my mouth in the bathroom. ...

Fun restaurant at Bishops Lodge. Great environment. Tortilla soup is the best I have ever had. Duck enchilada and shrimp empanada are excellent. Sopapilla for dessert is nice way to finish off a great meal.

I'm sorry to say the ambiance does not meet the food nor the service provided. Under staffed and not well trained we get that;I know what I want to eat. The challenge comes when you see no one for a half hour only to find the order was never placed. No "I'm sorry" just an "what did you want" response. Ahhh such is life. Cool place though.