We tried out a new spot in Santa Fe and we were delighted! Dinner was excellent. Loved the guitarist, the food was great and the service was fast and pleasant! We will definitely return!
(5)
Kaley J.
Wow, what an amazing experience, after a beautiful day in Santa Fe! I will have to say Emily, was the absolute best, she is so educated on all the wines and food, we so enjoyed our experience here. Such a great place, I would say the atmosphere plus the service (Emily), really made our night! Thanks again for the great food and even better service! Beautiful night indeed!
(5)
Cristina G.
Some of the best food I've had in Santa Fe, a nice break from green chile everything. The wine was great as well. Staff is really friendly.
We were blown away by our dinner at Terracotta! We started with the Bruschetta, the Goat cheese and the "BLT" The tomatoes were fresh and the bread had a perfect softness with a perfect toasted crunch. The Tenderloin of Beef was by far the best tenderloin that we have ever had! You could have cut it with a butter knife! It was one of those meals that you never forget! The staff is very friendly and warm! It is worth the 5 hour drive just to have this meal again!
(5)
Julie F.
Incredible food, beautiful restaurant, great service, great wine list and many different options to eat. You will not be disappointed, the food is so good!
(5)
Ellen L.
This little bistro across the street from the Georgia O'Keefe Museum is a real jewel. We sat in the back patio at metal tables with colorful placemats on them. Large colored glass hurricanes with pillar candles provided light after dark. We started by ordering wine from the brown paper sheets tied to a wood board and arranged by price and type. For example, the first sheet was called Whites in the $Twenties. All the wines were $20-$29 per bottle. They had nice selections from all over the world. We wisely decided to share the scrumptious mezzo plate which consisted of hummus, tabouli, cannellini beans with basil, tapenade salad and a carrot and currant salad that tasted nothing like the old. version from the fifties. Served with pita triangles, it was fresh and perfect for 2. We also shared the grilled flank steak served with grilled vegetables and roasted potatoes. Heaven, especially the potatoes which were golden and cooked to perfection. Service was attentive and friendly. It felt like the owner had all of her friends working there. This restaurant was a real find and I would definitely go back.
(5)
Erin M.
One of the best meals I've ever had! Wine list is impressive and wait staff is down to earth and VERY helpful. The food was amazing and I have absolutely no complaints about this place. Beef tenderloin and potatoes were insanely good. Also tried the linguine and meatballs were perfection. If you find yourself in Santa Fe, EAT HERE.
(5)
Marit D.
A wonderful place to eat after enjoying O'keefe museum. Just a short walk down the block. The French onion soup was so flavorful and cheesy and the wine list extensive. Great service, friendly quaint atmosphere and nice prices.
(5)
Christopher C.
If you're going here on a date, you'll be blessed with the most perfect lighting imaginable. Great mood in a place that is simultaneous classy and comfortable. No date for me, though. Traveling solo and needed a late dinner. This place closes at 9pm and I showed up at 8:45p, but they sat me cheerfully. Lucky for them, I just ordered a glass of tempranillo and the skillet fondue, which is artichoke hearts and spinach broiled with cheese. Not too complicated or time-consuming for the late hour (late by Santa Fe standards). The wine list was endless but organized very helpfully into broad price categories by type. Easy to find a good one at any price point. The skillet fondue was flawless, with a deep cheese flavor but not gooey or stringy cheese overload. Meant to be an appetizer for two.
(5)
Chris C.
The food was good. Not exactly over-the-top great. Jambalaya had the right spice. The best part of the fried chicken was the collard greens. The grits had little flavor. While we were dining, Taylor Lautner came in. So that made it a little more interesting for the kids.
(3)
Cheryl W.
Quiet restaurant a block off the plaza. Sauces and seasonings on both of our meals were wonderful. Service was great.
(5)
Tony M.
Great intimate place! We almost walked right by. Luckily our fellow Yelpers pointed us to a real gem. Great staff, atmosphere, and food. The goat cheese bruschetta was my favorite. No need to make big decisions, because each order allows you to pick 4 varieties. Don't miss this place if you are passing through Santa Fe!
(5)
Suzy Z.
Food was delicious, service fine and very gracious owner/chef was there to take care of us. Ambience warm and inviting on a cold snowy night in December.
(5)
Mark V.
They are batting .400 and the ball season is over...! The French onion soup is as good as it gets. Desserts here are phenomenal. Wine list is extensive. - The flounder was lightly sauteed, great flavor, string beans to rave about. (I don't usually rave about the veg.) - The berry tarts are orgasmic. - We found a Cote de Rhone that drove us to Susan's the next day to buy more. The service is prompt, attentive without being intrusive.
(5)
Clare S.
My family came here for Christmas dinner today as the Bishop's Ranch Lodge couldn't accommodate us adding someone to our existing reservations. So my brother found this place. There was a Christmas menu with several choices for each course. The Bibb lettuce salad with seared pears, gorgonzola, pistachios and a blood orange vinaigrette dressing was excellent. I had the Cornish Game Hen with a delicious sauce, rice pilaf and steamed vegetables. I was pretty happy with it as I don't have it very often. One of the other choices was Braised Short Ribs, which everyone besides me ordered, but the concensus was they weren't that great. The dessert choices definitely improved the meal. I had the red berry trifle which was very good. My brother had the maple sweet potato cheesecake, which was truly decadent. The wine suggestions led us to a nice tempranillo from Spain, which paired perfectly with my dinner. The server was very accommodating to my family. As with only one other restaurant I've visited which is out of state, the service seemed a bit off- the owner/manager? seemed rather uncomfortable with her role but hovered nearby. It's not a huge place, but it seemed odd that some wines weren't available, and everyone seemed to be milling around. As it was a party of 6, there was a added gratuity that seemed rather steep given the service. Overall, it was a nice family dinner reconnecting, but I think the service could improve a bit. I might come back sometime for the regular menu, but the main opinion was the main course entrees and service was good, but not great. I was impressed with the depth of their wine list, but as someone who enjoys a glass of wine versus a bottle, there could have been more selection for the wines by the glass. Overall, a nice dinner.
(3)
Carrie H.
We went there based on yelp review. Sampled 3 wines based on the descriptions and the waitress's recommendations. They went from bad to worse. The wine tasted like watered down vinegar, lightly fermented grape juice. I can do better by buying the two dollar wine in walmart. The waitress was nice from my perspective but my husband said she was getting annoyed by us not satisfied with the samples. We left with a tip big enough for a glass of wine because my husband was such a gentleman even though we didn't drink at all. BTW, the music was below expectation too.
(1)
Jill L.
Sweet surroundings and kind, though a bit uneven service. Food is good, nothing memorable but decent. Our disappointment was that they bill themselves a wine bistro and they offered a price fixe menu but not a wine option to the options presented. We expected to see wines paired with the dishes in each course, at a fee, of course. All in all, sadly, not worth the price we paid, but not a bad experience.
(3)
Saundra H.
My husband and I enjoyed a great meal in a relaxed atmosphere. We shared the bruchetta followed by crab cakes. We could not decide which of the four bruchettas were the best, we nearly ordered another round to settle the question! Food and service were great!. We will definitely make a return visit.
(5)
James P.
This was a great place. My wife and I wanted to try something different (other than New Mexican style cuisine) while in town for an anniversary celebration and we decided upon this one based on the yelp reviews. Definitely didn't disappoint. The food and service were really good. We had the Oysters Rockefeller, Flank Steak and Tenderloin of Beef along with a bottle of red wine. We could have easily split one of the main dish items as we ended up taking some home for a late night snack. The food timing to the table was a bit off and our appetizer and main dishes came out at the same time, but the waitress apologized and made it right (credited us the appetizer), so we didn't rate anything differently. We finished off with the "flourless" chocolate cake... wow was that awesome. Definitely will go back when we are in Santa Fe again.
(4)
Shelly B.
TerraCotta Wine Bistro outdoes themselves on excellent food, including the happy hour offerings. The bruschetta is perfectly fixed and along with great wine choices, this is a perfect happy hour. In addition I have had dinner there several times and never disappointed. The staff including the waitpersons, management, chef and bartender all make you feel welcome. Shelly B. Santa Fe Resident
(5)
Kelly M.
We were staying in Santa Fe for a night on a roadtrip and most of the restaurants nearby were closing at 9 pm, but we called and confirmed Terracotta's kitchen was open until 10, so we went there for dinner. The place is really cutely decorated and warm, with pretty little flower arrangements and candles and warm colors. The staff was extremely accommodating and friendly even though we were the last table there and stayed until close. The wine was great and exactly what we needed after a long day on the road. We ordered 4 bruschettas which were a great serving size of 2 pieces of each kind for my friend and myself to share. My friend got the grilled chicken cesar salad which she said was good, and I got the warm shrimp greek salad - hard to make a bad greek salad so it was good, but the warm shrimp was cooked perfectly. We loved this little gem and would definitely come back here if we're in Santa Fe again.
(5)
Katherine M.
Wonderful little spot with great outdoor patio. Very good selection of wines. The grilled flank steak with veggies and potatoes is delicious. Highly recommend it!
(4)
David T.
We had a wonderful lunch, here. The French Onion soup was amazing. The colors and decor lively. And the wait staff friendly and worldly. The salmon danced in your mouth on the way down. Excellent.
(5)
Kathy N.
This Wine Bistro on a quiet side street of Santa Fe should not be missed. After reading several reviews we chose this bistro and our dining experience was the highlight of a great day! The wine selection was very nice and reasonably priced. We started with the crab and corn dip which was delicious. I enjoyed Cajun Shrimp served with garlic grits and some of the best collard greens ever. My husband had linguine with a delicious clam sauce. Be sure to save room for dessert, their Pecan Waffle Bread Pudding with Bourbon sauce was fabulous. All this and friendly ambience and service, you just can't go wrong.
(5)
T.J. C.
I reserved a spot and mentioned it was our anniversary. The hostess seated us and then returned with two glasses of champagne and wished us a happy anniversary. Details matter! The food was excellent--won't get too deep there but we went away very satisfied. The chef also came out later in the meal and offered to provide dessert on the house to celebrate our anniversary as well. We were stuffed so didn't take her up on it, but... details matter! We sat out on the patio out back and enjoyed the thoughtful selection of coordinated colors and other touches to the ambiance. Can't recommend enough for a romantic date with fair prices for the quality and an attentive, detail-oriented management.
(5)
Craig R.
My wife and I had a get away day without our kids in Santa Fe. We saw the reviews for this place and made a 6:00 reservation on a Saturday. We did not need a reservation as it was completely empty. Once diners started rolling in, we realized we were in the minority. We are in our mid-forties and every other diner that entered over the next two hours could have been our parents, or even grandparents! One of the servers said that seniors is their clientele - I understand why they would go there, but I don't understand why everyone else doesn't. As others have described, the wine list was unique and incredibly helpful. It is divided up by price: "Whites in the $20s", "Reds in the $30s", etc. We asked our server which of the Red Zins in the $30s she would recommend and she hit a home run! We had the cheese and meat plate - it was fantastic. There were cheeses we had never tried before. And it came with with a head of roasted garlic to spread on some bread. Wow! The crab cakes were very good, as was the slaw and sweet potato fries that came with it. Desserts were very good. The trifle - which we would not have ordered if it were not for our server - was a great surprise. She guaranteed it would be good and even offered to pay for it if we did not like it! The flour less cake was also top notch. Finally, the service was impeccable. Anda seems almost too young to have the knowledge base to guide us throughout the menu and wine list, but she is an old soul that knew the menu inside and out. She made us love this restaurant!
(5)
Rick M.
My lamb chops were perfectly cooked to order. Wife had salmon she raved about. Appetizers were assorted bruschetta. The ham, cheese, and strawberry jam was wonderful as was the Brie. Service attentive and gracious. Wine selections extensive and reasonably priced. A great find !
(5)
Bike Chaplain O.
Warm smiling greetings met us as we arrived for lunch. From the owner chef to her compadres, all were wonderful. We sat overlooking a beautiful flower garden. The food of bloody mary steak salad and asparagus ravioli was perfectly cooked, seasoned and most delicious. We enjoyed champagne and very reasonably priced, good wine (Malbec). We highly recommend this excellent restaurant. Thanks for reading. The Bike Chaplain
(5)
Cathy M.
We enjoyed our dinner here but I can't say what all 4 (!) of us ordered exemplified their unique art of cooking. Simply the Best is a simple spinach salad with a salmon filet on top. It was great, perfectly cooked, and the vinaigrette was delicious. The bruschetta, even though they were heavily featured on the menu, were so-so. Or maybe I just wasn't in the mood for them ... the bread was not toasted as expected and therefore not crunchy ... more like mini-deepdish-pizzas ... so I guess it's a good thing to have on a wine bar menu ... good appetizer to soak up the alcohol. Yes, we will return and yes, we recommend. The owner introduced herself just as we were leaving which we appreciated. Darling, new little restaurant which aims to please. Give it a try!
(4)
Kathy G.
Went in for a late lunch. Place was quiet but the staff was fantastic and oh so friendly . Great with helping you choose a wine and willing to open any bottle to let you taste first . Did I mention $6 glass before 6pm? Awesome. Had the French onion soup (yum) and the Bloody Mary steak salad ( fabulous). Had a nice conversation with everyone there and can't wait to go back.
(4)
Kelly V.
Recommended by a gentleman at the O'Keeffe museum, we popped in here for a bit before our tour. Super cute bistro with a lovely unpretentious vibe. The wine flights were tasty and interesting. The artichoke cheese dip was delightful (and I generally do not care for artichokes). My veggie panini was delicious and the mushroom soup was also fabulous. I was a bit disappointed that we didn't have room for dessert but perhaps next time.
(5)
Andrea R.
This is my go-to lunch and happy hour spot. I love bringing people to sample all menu items. I've been here around 5x, and tried something different each time and everything is delicious!!
(5)
Jake R.
Great food and exceptional service.
(5)
Michael G.
We were passing through Santa Fe and the very helpful lady at the desk at our hotel recommended that we stop here. Great recommendation. B & I stopped for lunch and had soup and the mezze plate of a variety of salads and spreads. The french onion soup B had was among the best that she'd ever had and I had their portobello mushroom bisque was equally good. These with the accompaniment of the mezze plate and a couple of glasses of wine made for a perfect lunch. The decor/ambiance of the place is fantastic and the service was attentive & knowlegable as well.
(5)
Xo D.
Impeccable service, romantic courtyard, great wine, good prices and the French Silk Pie is, in itself, worth a visit.
(5)
Elizabeth G.
A perfect, cozy and unpretentious little place (but with a kind of artistic vibe) with a wonderful wine selection - great by the glass choices - and a knowledgeable staff if you want a little help. Prices are reasonable. The most expensive bottles were all under $50 and they had a lot in the $30 range. The food is creative but not precious and everything we had was excellent. The onion soup with its thick layer of cheese was extremely yummy, and you can get everything from excellent cheese plates and appetizer type dishes to more entree-like larger plates (grouper and chips, for example). Their house made potato chips are a treat. I recommend this highly as a place for a really comfortable yet creative food experience and of course wine lovers will be really happy with it. Make reservations if you want to go in the evening.
(5)
Jim K.
Visiting in Santa Fe, we actively looked at Yelp reviews. We were quite excited to find TerraCotta with great reviews on the outskirts of the downtown area. Their wine list was more extensive than any other business we visited in Santa Fe. And, to make it more impressive, the bottles were some of the most reasonably priced we had seen in quite some time. And, as a bonus, any wine by the glass is $6 before 6:00 pm. Our waitperson, Theresa, was outstanding. She was funny, honest, and very entertaining. We would go back just to engage with Theresa again! We were there for lunch. While salmon cooked on a plank with mustard and brown sugar topping was extremely attractive, we went for the smoked turkey and the chicken breast sandwich. I ordered the cup of french onion soup after reading yelp reviews. It lived up to its reputation. It was exceptional. The sandwiches were great, we couldn't even finish them so Theresa bundled them up with a rubber band on the container "as insurance". We cannot stress how nice the wine list was. I ordered a glass of red zin, which the owner came out and said she only had about a half of glass left. She offered to give it to me for free and to open up any other bottle of red zin for another glass, even if they didn't offer that wine by the glass. That's something you just don't see very often from a restaurant. The entrees were reasonably priced and we will definitely come back the next time we are in Santa Fe. We ate on the front porch and they also had an outdoor patio in back.
(5)
Shauna L.
Our stay in Santa Fe was defined as one of our top vacations after eating out at Terra Cotta. The warm welcome as we entered followed by our amazing wine flight ,the onion soup, casa salad and finally the bruschetta....created an amazing experience. Thank you as we most definitely will return.
(5)
Sandie T.
Lovely French cuisine with a wonderful owner and staff. The service was great and friendly. Loved the ambiance, duck confit and flank steak. Extensive and reasonably priced wine list. A great change of pace from the usual local cuisine
(5)
Steve W.
A great find! Near the plaza but off the beaten path. Great staff. Great food, and Great prices. Oysters Rockefeller for $12, and they were great! The Lump Crab Cakes were extraordinary. Wonderful wine lists, all pours were $6 before 6pm. Whether tourist or local, make this a must stop. Staff attentive and very personable.
(5)
Gregg P.
This bistro does EVERYTHING right. The wine, food and setting are all exceptional. The warm staff really make this place special. We showed up early, and were graciously provided a complimentary glass of wine just because. Now that is extraordinary hospitality.
(5)
Suzanne S.
We just ducked in here for a glass of wine late afternoon. What a magnificent surprise!! The wine list and the somalier are amazing. We weren't hungry but could not resist a few of the bruschetta. SOOO glad we did. They were utterly amazing - not like any bruschetta you've ever had before. This place is a total gem - we regretted we had made other plans for dinner but we'll be back!
(5)
Amy H.
We had a wonderful dinner here while on a road trip though New Mexico. The staff is dedicated and friendly. Make sure to try the bruchetta and the port flight
(5)
Terri W.
Great wine list and fabulous food. We were in Santa Fe for only two days and ate here for lunch on the recommendation of our hotel. It was so good that we came again for dinner the next day. The staff is very professional and the atmosphere is really nice. Would definitely come here again.
(5)
R L.
Had salmon for appetizers, beef and pork ternderloin for entrees with wonderful fresh and organic vegetables all a New Mexico twist, unfortunately without the NM punch of the green/red chile's we had made it our quest to have with all our meals while on our NM trip. The staff's attentiveness and generosity made up for all of that. Thank you for a great experience only steps from our casita.
(4)
Ahna B.
My parents have been raving about this restaurant and we finally tried it. My fiance split the bruschetta sampler, french onion soup, and lamb chops. My parents ordered the salad, chicken pot pie and braised short ribs. Everything was delicious! The french onion soup and the chicken pot pie were my favorite. The one disclaimer is that the chicken pot pie is more a deconstructed chicken pot pie as the puff pastry was placed on top and not covering the dish. The lamb was cooked a little rare of me, so I sent it back. They quickly put it back on the grill and it was great afterwards. The portions are really big so try and moderate yourself. Looking forward to our next dinner!
Our waitress didn't like us. We were slow, ignorant and annoying. The food did not balance the drama. Not returning. They won't miss us.
(1)
Brett S.
French onion soup had too much thyme and herbs. Entrees were not great. Service was fantastic though.
(2)
Amanda G.
Only had wine and desert but delicious and wonderful. Wait staff was wonderful. Can't wait to visit again for dinner.
(5)
L H.
Great place. Excellent service, the food was amazing - perfectly grilled salmon for the salad and the choice of wines? Pages long. Get here before 6pm for their $6 glasses. Perfect. Lots of dairy free options.
(4)
Terri W.
A night to remember. Our small group, sister, husband and I, ended up at TerraCotta Wine Bistro after paging through many different reviews of many different restaurants. We were looking for something interesting, fun, not too heavy and something that wouldn't break the bank. Well we hit the mark. What a great atmosphere with lovely, delicious and thoughtful cuisine and wine to match. The owners are wonderful people who obviously enjoy life and creating a wonderful atmosphere for people to enjoy. We will be coming back to Santa Fe and we will be coming back to TerraCotta Wine Bistro. Maybe next time will be in the summer so our Mazzy dog can enjoy their wonderful patio tables. Thank you.
(5)
Anne R.
Tell all your friends to eat here. One of the best and reasonable in Santa Fe. Awesome food from the salmon, flank steak, bloody Mary steak salad and the onion rings are to die for. Service is extremely good, chef is unbelievable. Our table of 5 women each thought the food was wonderful. The chef is a hoot and ready to please. I will return!!!
(5)
Katy S.
This was our favorite meal in Santa Fe. The service is exceptional (everyone is so friendly and helpful) and the back patio is very charming. It's a bit off the beaten path so it's much quieter than other places, but busy enough to give the place a good buzz. The salmon was delicious, but the BLT bruschetta was to die for. I had read other reviews about how good it was, but didn't think I would be able to eat any... luckily, they had gluten-free bread that was delicious. There were several other gluten-free options, too. Overall, a great place to go if you have any allergies... or if you are just looking for a delicious meal in a cozy setting.
(5)
Nancy T.
Run, do not walk to TerraCotta!! It won't be more than 5 minutes and you won't be able to get in!! Had such an awesome late lunch on Christmas Eve-with Shelly at the bar-that we decided this was where we had to have Christmas dinner! Both times we were blown away by the food, the wine, and the lovely ladies who do everything seamlessly. On Christmas Eve we chose a beautiful and large cheese platter plus onion rings that we're still talking about. We had numerous glasses of different wines all by the glass after having a sample. On Christmas, my husband had dover sole stuffed with crabmeat and I had prime rib roast. Both dishes were done to perfection, the veggies were perfectly cooked and we were not rushed out, as some restaurants do to get more people in.
(5)
John G.
Fabulous food. The spaghetti squash Alfredo was spectacular. The chef was able to work around our gluten free diet with ease. The cedar plank salmons was the best I've tasted. Again, the sides were simply substituted to accommodate our special diet. The chef was able to provide a gluten free bruschetta first course rivaling any bruschetta I've experienced. Beginning at the door, the greeting, the service and food, all exceeded my expectations. Open for only eleven weeks, good luck, continue to treat your customers as guests, provide great food and service, your success is guaranteed.
(5)
Ben T.
Great meal, great value. Modern Italian--traditional dishes with a twist, and every ingredient prepared perfectly. The mezze plate was fantastic--a thoughtful mixture of textures, colors, and flavors. The entrees were excellent, and the dessert (we have had the carrot cake and the chocolate chip cookie) were incredible. Excellent service. Full marks.
(5)
Michael K.
Try the rose wines they're the new pinot noirs!
(4)
Linda A.
I have eaten at TerraCotta several times now and all I can say is that the place is awesome! The food, the wine and the service are all excellent and it's very affordable. This is a great new location for lunch, dinner or just meeting friends for a glass of wine (or beer) in the afternoon.
(5)
Ryan M.
Ate here on a Tuesday night during a trip through New Mexico. After walking by several other restaurants which looked to have long waits, we were surprised to find that TerraCotta was so quiet. Apparently the buzz hasn't made its way to this place yet (it's fairly new), but it should. All the food was excellent and extremely affordable. The entrees come in two portion sizes: large (around $20) small (around $15). I ordered the small portion of the steak, which was perfectly cooked, and more than satisfying. We also shared a decent bottle of wine (about $30). The waiter was also extremely friendly and gave us some useful travel tips. Do yourself a favor and eat here. The food, wine, and overall experience are just as good as (or better than) any really nice restaurant. The only difference is you pay about 2/3 of the price. Also a good break from ubiquitous New Mexican green chile (which is awesome but angers your stomach after the 3rd or 4th consecutive meal into which it is incorporated).
(5)
Arlene S.
WOW! What an amazing dining experience. Great ambiance, fabulous food and wonderful service all for reasonable prices and ample servings. We shared the charcuterie plate as an appetizer, and it was more than enough for both of us. The menu is diverse and changes often, so you're never bored...and best of all, they offer a small and a large option, so there's always room for dessert (and Catherine's carrot cake is to die for). Definitely a welcoming place for Santa Fe locals - actually designed with us in mind - ain't that novel! A great place for tourists, too. You feel like you just stepped into someone's home for good conversation and great food. TerraCotta has become one of our "haunts."
(5)
J S.
Had other dinner plans this evening so just had a few glasses of wine in the afternoon. Friendly and very knowledgeable staff about wine and great prices. Menu did look interesting and looking forward to trying next time in Santa Fe.
(5)
Mike E.
My wife and I stopped by on a couple of occasions during a recent visit and had a great experience. I had a brisket flatbread that was excellent and my wife had the Catherine's chicken salad which was also very good. We started with an olive tray that had a lot of great tasting olives for a very reasonable price ($6). Combined with some very good wine and nice people it is place I would highly recommend.
(5)
Miro C.
Just finished dinner and all four meals were delicious. Nice ambience, awesome deserts and a great choice of wine.
(5)
Hope W.
Ok. Loved. Loved. Loved this place!! I booked this restaurant because it was close to our hotel, had great reviews on Yelp and Trip advisor, and was also close to the NM History museum (which is free on Fridays after 5). However, be prepared for an amazing and extensive wine list, incredible food (they even have an optional prix fix menu), knowledgable wait staff and the total cuteness of this place! You would think that all these positives would add up to one big negative -- a very expensive meal--but they don't! My son had the steak, my husband the brisket and me, a plate of four pick your own bruschetta. Everything was cooked perfectly, the portion sizes were ideal and the food was amazing. My husband and I also split a bottle of server recommended Rose'. This was one of the least expensive yet most amazing meals we had in Santa Fe.
(5)
M B.
Great wine selection, nice atmosphere. Food was disappointing. I have read great things about the food at this place but was not excited though my dining partner was somewhat pleased. I had the ravioli it was bland and didn't seem like fresh pasta. You can tell when it's been refrigerated. And the vegetables were drenched in oil. Yuck! The dessert was a chocolate cake which kind of tasted like an easy bake oven creation. I didn't finish it. Dry, and not inventive. I know this place can be better with all these great reviews but I was not excited....still searching for my favorite spot to eat here.... I'd return to sit outside and drink some wine....good atmosphere, great service...food...meh!
(3)
Rory M.
Had lots of choice when it came to wine and the service was great with lots of recommendations. I didn't try any of the main courses but had a great experience with the wine and a mazza plate.
(5)
David A.
Beautiful setting in the heart of Santa Fe. Restaurant is very welcoming and has an array of beautiful colors. For a nice Santa Fe restaurant prices are within the normal range. Why it's not a 4 or 5 - I ordered the pre-fixe $30 dinner. Seared ahi was great, with a nice mix of flavors for the pallet. The menu makes makes no mention of a increase in price if you order the tuna - I asked about changing my soup selection and was told it was a $2 up charge. The pre-fixe menu is very deceiving - it's not the money that bothers as much as it is being misguided by the $30 menu and misinformed by the waitress. The resulting misguide resulted in $8 extra dollars in open food charges. The description of such on the receipt made me feel like the waitress just made it up, and was $3 off the up charge for soup. If that were it, I could've still made it away with giving a 4th star. I got the key lime pie for dessert, which truly should be the icing on the cake after dinner. It was horrible! Worst key lime that I've had in years. The Keylime portion of the pie was hard, old, and over refrigerated, making for an unfortunate ending to the meal. The crust was bland and also dated, so it took away from a meal that you otherwise would state that the chef takes great pride in her work. She clearly doesn't do the pie. Sorry for the review but on top of being misinformed, charged extra, and bad dessert it kind of left me in a foul mood.
(3)
Cornelious A.
Nice little place to have dinner in Santa Fe. Spoke to the owner over the phone (Linda) before arrival and what a sweet lady she is. The food was great and service was fast. I would return for future business.
(4)
Michael L.
This is our 1st meal in Santa Fe and it was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend and I love wine bars and is always on the hunt for that perfect combination of wine, cheese platter and Burrata salad. This wine bar is pristine and perfectly decorative. We were seated in the garden and on this fine Friday afternoon that was a good call. The table designs, floral centerpiece and garden plants lent the look and feel of being in a friend's comfortable backyard. We are thoroughly impressed with this set up..
(5)
Alex D.
Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was great and the wine selection was vast. We really enjoyed the picnic appetizer, the flank steak and the bbq ribs, but the strawberry shortcake dessert was probably the best item.
(5)
Bob E.
Amazing hidden place. On a quiet street. Food was excellent. Had the meat and cheese platter. Big enough to share with 3-4 people. Lots of selection. Excellent quality. Great value. Also had the flank steak. Super flavor. Roasted potato and veggies were yummy.
(5)
Susan V.
Fun southern style in Santa Fe. Everything we had was good...fried chicken, salmon, crab cakes. Dessert was really good...key lime pie and carrot cake for the table...great to split between 4. If you want a drink from the bar plan to go for one beforehand or go somewhere else afterwards...only wine here.
(4)
Cyndi J.
One of the most amazing restaurant experiences we've had yet! The service here is gracious. And the chef came out to talk to us a few times. Chef Cathi is awesome! She made our dinner awesome. She talked to us about the food, she joked around with us. Her cooking stands on its own, but it always makes me happy when the chef comes out to talk to me. We had the clam chowder, which clearly had fresh clams and fresh vegetables. This is a little thing, but the vegetables were cut like a real chef would cut them. On to our entrees - we both had steak, sourced from New Mexico farms. I had the tenderloin, and it was quite possibly the most tender and flavorful I've ever had. It was sauced perfectly with a mushroom demi-glace. I ate almost the entire large piece! My husband had the flatiron steak, and it, too, was uncharacteristically tender. We decided to skip dessert and have more wine. We were going to hang out in the bar to free up a table, but our server told us we were fine to stay at our table, as they had seated all their reservations and no one else was waiting. This is a truly elegant dining experience. The atmosphere is cozy and rustic, lovely and inviting.
(5)
Kevin A.
Great staff, good with the huge wine list, food was incredible and great assortment of $6 wines for happy hour. We caught the tail end of happy hour and had great 20th anniversary dinner. The bruschetta was perfect (fig and traditional), sea bass, and more wine all stellar.
(5)
Jessica P.
Been visiting in Santa Fe and had already eaten dinner, so stopped here for a little night cap. The place was so quaint and charming! The wine list is superior and the staff is very kind and knowledgable. Had an excellent experience. Will definitely return if I ever come back to Santa Fe.
(5)
Maria T.
Absolutely delicious! Excellent menu & wine selection,excellent service and beautiful place! Visiting Santa Fe for the night, here from New York. Highly recommend!
(5)
Steven M.
Plank salmon with mustard sauce was to die for. Reviews led me here and the food did not disappoint. Watermelon salad was also incredible.
(5)
Amanda R.
I took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner with the intention of going all out. Everything we tried was wonderful... Glasses of white wine with our burrata salad appetizer, red wine flights with our entrees of sensational beef brisket (seriously, my bf was beside himself with joy while eating this plate of food) and delicious flank steak (marinated in coke and bourbon = nomnom!), and lastly a shared glass of bubbly with our desserts of carrot cake and key lime pie. Every single item that appeared on our table was beautifully presented and boasted rich, well-balanced flavors. Our server was lovely and gave my man a little of the brisket BBQ sauce to take home as a birthday present. She was also very helpful when it was time to select wine off the extensive menu! The atmosphere is nice, especially in the outdoor patio, though parking can be a bit tricky. Highly recommend! A refreshing hidden gem in a sea of Mexican restaurants! We can't wait to go back!
(5)
Matt Y.
8/30/14 Dinner Terra Cotta was the perfect place to start off our trip to Santa Fe. The dinner was our first meal and it was just fabulous. We sat in the colorful patio in the back of the 19th century adobe house. The staff was very friendly and accommodating the minute we walked through the door. They told us to pick a our favorite table. It was a hot day and we just wanted something light while we wind down, rest, and chat. Over our cocktails and wine, we noshed over the Warm Crab & Corn Dip with house-made potato chips ($14). It was just tasty. Catherine's Chicken Salad ($14) is really a chicken chunk salad tossed with grapes and tarragon, sprinkled with roasted almonds on a bed of greens. It's exactly what I wanted after a day of travel. It was light but not compromising in taste. Grilled Shrimps Salad ($16) has a somewhat Mediteranean flavor to it. It's a mixed green salad with olives in a blood orange dressing. We also shared a the "Not to be Shared" Onion Ring ($6) over the meal. They have quite an extensive menu, from salmon, flank steak salad, fried chicken, to tenderloin of beef. There's something for everyone. The chef came out and greeted the guests. She was very nice and funny, chitchatting with us about the food, Santa Fe, and her trips to Hong Kong (my hometown). Terra Cotta is really a jewel in the Santa Fe dining scene. It's not right in Old Town but close enough. It's right by the Georgia O'Keffe Museum. Plenty of parking on nearby side streets.
(4)
Cristi F.
What a wonderful place! If you want a local flavor of Santa Fe with a beautiful atmosphere this is the place for you!! The place is surrounding by beautiful flowers that in it you in! There was a guitarist playing the night we arrived! What a wonderful atmosphere. And the food was wonderful!!!! I highly recommend the Sea Bass. Not mention their extensive wine list. You will night be disappointed. The owners are wonderful as well and very personable! It was a great way to spend our last night in Santa Fe!
(5)
Rick Y.
I have been visiting Santa Fe - going on my third week now- and have been to TC twice now. First stop was for a late lunch after the O'Keefe Museum, second time fully intentional. I have to say that whether you stop in for a fast bite or a full meal, this little bistro is sure to impress you. My wife an I have sampled quite a bit from all sections of the menu, apps to specials, all tasty, exceptionally well prepared by the master chef, and presented as befitting a fine meal. (Especially loved the planked salmon). The wine list is extensive and their "before six" offer is quite generous. Any label on the wine list priced $11 or under is a flat $6 before 6pm. I noticed many excellent labels and one of my all time favorites - "Petit Petit". I wished it was in my home zip code, but will have to settle for great memories of the meals we had here. I also must mention that on both of our visits t,hat the wait staff has been exceptionally courteous, helpful and has treated us (strangers) as if we were old friends. Doesn't get any better.
(5)
martin h.
Great service ,inventive menu ! reasonably priced wine list..Locally sourced food...
(5)
Leah O.
Had an amazing meal here!! The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about the food and wine menu! Had the flank steak and the olive oil carrot cake, both were wonderful and the steak was cooked to perfection!
(5)
Joan M.
This was a stop on a walking tour to four restaurants. The menu looked really interesting, and they apparently have an exceptional wine selection, but the tasting provided was pitiful-- a bowl with three onion rings for two of us to share; not even a full order. True, it was probably the best onion ring I've had, and we were offered more wine, but based on our total cost, we paid $40 for two glasses of wine and three onion rings, to be shared between the two of us. The menu may look good, but this wasn't the restaurant we chose for our next dinner.
(2)
Delectable Diner A.
11/18/14 I just finished an absolutely fabulous dinner at Terra Cotta. A friend and I decided to stop in to hear the very entertaining guitarist, Pat, play classical jazz pieces. His style, and volume, are perfect for an intimate dinner setting. We decided to start the evening with a couple glasses of wine. Being that I like Oregoneon Pinot Noirs, I recalled that the bartender, Emily, recommended the Planet Oregon Pinot Noir the last time I was there. It is a fantastic, and very reasonably priced, Willamette Valley pinot. For appetizers, we had some light and crispy Onion Rings and the Olive Platter. We paired those with the Cline Mourvedre. Everything was delicious! The wine provided a perfect balance for the slightly salty dishes. Per our server, Anda's, recommendation, we ordered the Fish and Chips and the Crab Cakes for our entrees. However, we substituted Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes for the Waffle Fries. They had absolutely no problem with our substitution, and they were happy to accommodate us. I love it when a restaurant doesn't mind giving us exactly what we want! Of course, everything was delicious! The Crab Cakes were a substantial entree, and the Fish & Chips were light and crispy. Everything was cooked to perfection! For dessert, we decided on the Late Harvest Mourvedre Dessert Wine, initially. After discussing desserts with Anda, our server, we added the French Chocolate Silk Pie. Naturally, it was decadence. We had such a lovely evening. I'd highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to enjoy a lovely evening dining out.
(5)
Cullen G.
This brisket. It was the best food I have ever had. I felt sad because I knew it would end. I have never had any meal in my life that has tasted better than this brisket. It was beautiful. Just. So beautiful and it made me feel like maybe things aren't so bad.
(5)
LInda S.
Ambiance? Check. Local, friendly, inclusive service? Triple check. Food, presented and flavored with love and appreciation of flavor? Quadruple check (or more). 60 wine offering by the glass. Flight tastings? Many of them. We are very sad this is not in our home town. You put this restaurant in a larger city and it would take several months in advance for reservations. The chef and owner Katherine is as fantastic as her food.
(5)
Linda S.
Dinner tonight at Terracotta -- delightful! I had a tasty watermelon gazpacho and the Warm Shrimp Salad. The escort had a gooey French Onion Soup he loved and the California Tuna Salad with fresh grilled ahi in a cucumber, carrot, and vinaigrette base. A couple of glasses of Albariño and we were happy travelers. Loved the bright and upbeat decor -- kudos to the designer!
We wanted to believe, but unfortunately we had a pretty poor meal at Terracotta. The wine list is nice and like many reviewers have mentioned, the prices are portions are good and the place is unpretentious and cute. However, the food is not very good. The menu seems busy and confused. The dishes we ordered were not what we expected, and they were mediocre to poor. For a glass or wine, it is fine, for a nice dinner you might want to try elsewhere.
(3)
Patricia D.
Happy food. Everyone's plate was clean. Bloody Mary Salad was perfection. The crab cakes were well seasoned and very generous. Fish and chips had a perfect coating with awesome fries. Even the side salad was good. The outside area is charming and the staff is very knowledgeable. We're coming back soon.
This is a cute restaurant with a great outdoor sitting area and friendly accommodating staff. Nothing pretentious, although they could be if they wanted to be; just warm inviting Santa Fe love. They have an extensive wine list, but it's broken down in easy to understand categories and price ranges, and they have a good variety in each price - so if you are not familiar with the wines profile, you can easily pick a price and ask the staff to find you something to your taste. They will. We started with the soup special, a delicious mix of chiles, beans and prime rib pieces. Simple, complex and delish. Then we had some Bruschetta - you choose the bruschetta you want, from savory to sweet, my fav was the fig bruschetta. Really good. LindySez: Since we were just looking for a snack, this is all we ate. But looking at their menu, and seeing the quality of the food that we DID eat, I would definitely come back for lunch or dinner.
(4)
Quinn S.
Really fabulous lunch, had the Greek salad with warm shrimp and a chicken salad sandwich. The very attentive staff split the meals for us onto two plates free of charge and made it look good too. Felt very refreshed afterwards. Breezy shady front patio with a garden out front, perfect for a summer day.
(5)
Jenn J.
I stopped by here while waiting to meet a friend for dinner. This place has the best by the glass wine list I've ever seen. I ended up staying longer than expected and enjoyed a fantastic and creative bruschetta plate. The service is fantastic and the gal behind the bar knows her wine! She was very friendly and made it easy to sit alone, enjoy some wine, and chat with the locals. I can't wait to return!
(4)
Misty P.
A really neat place. Loved the wine, bruschetta sampler, and olive plate. Great service
(5)
Beth K.
House wine (for $6 a glass before 6) was "WOW"!! The crab cakes were not at all what I was looking for- greasy and cooked in old oil, great ambiance, dinner partners had fish and chips that were pretty good- however cooked in the same oil as the crab cakes.
(3)
Anthony R.
I have a great time whenever I go. The prix fixe was excellent. I want to remember the names of the dishes I had but the menu on their website seems to be outdated. The last time I was there I sat at the bar and was served by Emily who was very helpful with wine pairing and it's always a pleasure.
(5)
Casey C.
I will start to say the service was wonderful. They were so helpful and kind. But as far as the food, I don't know. Maybe we ordered the wrong things. We split the crab cakes and I really didn't like them at all. They tasted pre made and fishy. My husband lived in Boston and he really wasn't a fan at all. We did get some onion rings and those were tasty. Again, maybe we should have tried something else. I would give them another chance for their hospitality alone.
(3)
Tamra H.
Wonderful dinner.extensive wine list but our server was very helpful with our selection. I love restaurants where to owner/chef come around to mingle with the guests and she did. Our food was delicious and the service was great.
(5)
Mark F.
Our last night in Santa Fe. So many great places to eat... We enjoyed a wonderful meal on a quiet weeknight with a steady flow of diners but not super busy. The appetizer dish, PEI mussels were fantastic, as were out entrees. Great service and a cozy ambiance have this on my list of places to eat next time we're in town.
(5)
T. S.
Fantastic wine selection. Dinner was excellent! Reasonable prices. Beautiful front patio seating. Overall a wonderful experience!
(5)
Jon C.
It was fine. If you're a wine aficionado, this is definitely the place for you. Their happy hour is great - $6 glasses for a massive menu of wine. The food is fine, nothing so special. Soup was pretty good and I had a sandwich that I liked. Two stars seems kind of harsh, but according to Yelp, that's a "meh" which is kinda how I felt about it leaving. If I drank more wine I probably would have liked it more. Also, coming from New Orleans, $6 glasses of wine isn't anything out of the ordinary for me.
(3)
Delectable Diner A.
11/18/14 I just finished an absolutely fabulous dinner at Terra Cotta. A friend and I decided to stop in to hear the very entertaining guitarist, Pat, play classical jazz pieces. His style, and volume, are perfect for an intimate dinner setting. We decided to start the evening with a couple glasses of wine. Being that I like Oregoneon Pinot Noirs, I recalled that the bartender, Emily, recommended the Planet Oregon Pinot Noir the last time I was there. It is a fantastic, and very reasonably priced, Willamette Valley pinot. For appetizers, we had some light and crispy Onion Rings and the Olive Platter. We paired those with the Cline Mourvedre. Everything was delicious! The wine provided a perfect balance for the slightly salty dishes. Per our server, Anda's, recommendation, we ordered the Fish and Chips and the Crab Cakes for our entrees. However, we substituted Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes for the Waffle Fries. They had absolutely no problem with our substitution, and they were happy to accommodate us. I love it when a restaurant doesn't mind giving us exactly what we want! Of course, everything was delicious! The Crab Cakes were a substantial entree, and the Fish & Chips were light and crispy. Everything was cooked to perfection! For dessert, we decided on the Late Harvest Mourvedre Dessert Wine, initially. After discussing desserts with Anda, our server, we added the French Chocolate Silk Pie. Naturally, it was decadence. We had such a lovely evening. I'd highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to enjoy a lovely evening dining out.
(5)
Cullen G.
This brisket. It was the best food I have ever had. I felt sad because I knew it would end. I have never had any meal in my life that has tasted better than this brisket. It was beautiful. Just. So beautiful and it made me feel like maybe things aren't so bad.
(5)
LInda S.
Ambiance? Check. Local, friendly, inclusive service? Triple check. Food, presented and flavored with love and appreciation of flavor? Quadruple check (or more). 60 wine offering by the glass. Flight tastings? Many of them. We are very sad this is not in our home town. You put this restaurant in a larger city and it would take several months in advance for reservations. The chef and owner Katherine is as fantastic as her food.
(5)
Linda S.
Dinner tonight at Terracotta -- delightful! I had a tasty watermelon gazpacho and the Warm Shrimp Salad. The escort had a gooey French Onion Soup he loved and the California Tuna Salad with fresh grilled ahi in a cucumber, carrot, and vinaigrette base. A couple of glasses of Albariño and we were happy travelers. Loved the bright and upbeat decor -- kudos to the designer!
(4)
Anthony R.
I have a great time whenever I go. The prix fixe was excellent. I want to remember the names of the dishes I had but the menu on their website seems to be outdated. The last time I was there I sat at the bar and was served by Emily who was very helpful with wine pairing and it's always a pleasure.
We wanted to believe, but unfortunately we had a pretty poor meal at Terracotta. The wine list is nice and like many reviewers have mentioned, the prices are portions are good and the place is unpretentious and cute. However, the food is not very good. The menu seems busy and confused. The dishes we ordered were not what we expected, and they were mediocre to poor. For a glass or wine, it is fine, for a nice dinner you might want to try elsewhere.
(3)
Patricia D.
Happy food. Everyone's plate was clean. Bloody Mary Salad was perfection. The crab cakes were well seasoned and very generous. Fish and chips had a perfect coating with awesome fries. Even the side salad was good. The outside area is charming and the staff is very knowledgeable. We're coming back soon.
This is a cute restaurant with a great outdoor sitting area and friendly accommodating staff. Nothing pretentious, although they could be if they wanted to be; just warm inviting Santa Fe love. They have an extensive wine list, but it's broken down in easy to understand categories and price ranges, and they have a good variety in each price - so if you are not familiar with the wines profile, you can easily pick a price and ask the staff to find you something to your taste. They will. We started with the soup special, a delicious mix of chiles, beans and prime rib pieces. Simple, complex and delish. Then we had some Bruschetta - you choose the bruschetta you want, from savory to sweet, my fav was the fig bruschetta. Really good. LindySez: Since we were just looking for a snack, this is all we ate. But looking at their menu, and seeing the quality of the food that we DID eat, I would definitely come back for lunch or dinner.
(4)
Quinn S.
Really fabulous lunch, had the Greek salad with warm shrimp and a chicken salad sandwich. The very attentive staff split the meals for us onto two plates free of charge and made it look good too. Felt very refreshed afterwards. Breezy shady front patio with a garden out front, perfect for a summer day.
(5)
Jenn J.
I stopped by here while waiting to meet a friend for dinner. This place has the best by the glass wine list I've ever seen. I ended up staying longer than expected and enjoyed a fantastic and creative bruschetta plate. The service is fantastic and the gal behind the bar knows her wine! She was very friendly and made it easy to sit alone, enjoy some wine, and chat with the locals. I can't wait to return!
(4)
Misty P.
A really neat place. Loved the wine, bruschetta sampler, and olive plate. Great service
(5)
Beth K.
House wine (for $6 a glass before 6) was "WOW"!! The crab cakes were not at all what I was looking for- greasy and cooked in old oil, great ambiance, dinner partners had fish and chips that were pretty good- however cooked in the same oil as the crab cakes.
(3)
T. S.
Fantastic wine selection. Dinner was excellent! Reasonable prices. Beautiful front patio seating. Overall a wonderful experience!
(5)
Jon C.
It was fine. If you're a wine aficionado, this is definitely the place for you. Their happy hour is great - $6 glasses for a massive menu of wine. The food is fine, nothing so special. Soup was pretty good and I had a sandwich that I liked. Two stars seems kind of harsh, but according to Yelp, that's a "meh" which is kinda how I felt about it leaving. If I drank more wine I probably would have liked it more. Also, coming from New Orleans, $6 glasses of wine isn't anything out of the ordinary for me.
(3)
Whitney K.
We tried out a new spot in Santa Fe and we were delighted! Dinner was excellent. Loved the guitarist, the food was great and the service was fast and pleasant! We will definitely return!
(5)
Kaley J.
Wow, what an amazing experience, after a beautiful day in Santa Fe! I will have to say Emily, was the absolute best, she is so educated on all the wines and food, we so enjoyed our experience here. Such a great place, I would say the atmosphere plus the service (Emily), really made our night! Thanks again for the great food and even better service! Beautiful night indeed!
(5)
Cristina G.
Some of the best food I've had in Santa Fe, a nice break from green chile everything. The wine was great as well. Staff is really friendly.
We were blown away by our dinner at Terracotta! We started with the Bruschetta, the Goat cheese and the "BLT" The tomatoes were fresh and the bread had a perfect softness with a perfect toasted crunch. The Tenderloin of Beef was by far the best tenderloin that we have ever had! You could have cut it with a butter knife! It was one of those meals that you never forget! The staff is very friendly and warm! It is worth the 5 hour drive just to have this meal again!
(5)
Julie F.
Incredible food, beautiful restaurant, great service, great wine list and many different options to eat. You will not be disappointed, the food is so good!
(5)
Ellen L.
This little bistro across the street from the Georgia O'Keefe Museum is a real jewel. We sat in the back patio at metal tables with colorful placemats on them. Large colored glass hurricanes with pillar candles provided light after dark. We started by ordering wine from the brown paper sheets tied to a wood board and arranged by price and type. For example, the first sheet was called Whites in the $Twenties. All the wines were $20-$29 per bottle. They had nice selections from all over the world. We wisely decided to share the scrumptious mezzo plate which consisted of hummus, tabouli, cannellini beans with basil, tapenade salad and a carrot and currant salad that tasted nothing like the old. version from the fifties. Served with pita triangles, it was fresh and perfect for 2. We also shared the grilled flank steak served with grilled vegetables and roasted potatoes. Heaven, especially the potatoes which were golden and cooked to perfection. Service was attentive and friendly. It felt like the owner had all of her friends working there. This restaurant was a real find and I would definitely go back.
(5)
Erin M.
One of the best meals I've ever had! Wine list is impressive and wait staff is down to earth and VERY helpful. The food was amazing and I have absolutely no complaints about this place. Beef tenderloin and potatoes were insanely good. Also tried the linguine and meatballs were perfection. If you find yourself in Santa Fe, EAT HERE.
(5)
Marit D.
A wonderful place to eat after enjoying O'keefe museum. Just a short walk down the block. The French onion soup was so flavorful and cheesy and the wine list extensive. Great service, friendly quaint atmosphere and nice prices.
(5)
Christopher C.
If you're going here on a date, you'll be blessed with the most perfect lighting imaginable. Great mood in a place that is simultaneous classy and comfortable. No date for me, though. Traveling solo and needed a late dinner. This place closes at 9pm and I showed up at 8:45p, but they sat me cheerfully. Lucky for them, I just ordered a glass of tempranillo and the skillet fondue, which is artichoke hearts and spinach broiled with cheese. Not too complicated or time-consuming for the late hour (late by Santa Fe standards). The wine list was endless but organized very helpfully into broad price categories by type. Easy to find a good one at any price point. The skillet fondue was flawless, with a deep cheese flavor but not gooey or stringy cheese overload. Meant to be an appetizer for two.
(5)
Chris C.
The food was good. Not exactly over-the-top great. Jambalaya had the right spice. The best part of the fried chicken was the collard greens. The grits had little flavor. While we were dining, Taylor Lautner came in. So that made it a little more interesting for the kids.
(3)
Cheryl W.
Quiet restaurant a block off the plaza. Sauces and seasonings on both of our meals were wonderful. Service was great.
(5)
Tony M.
Great intimate place! We almost walked right by. Luckily our fellow Yelpers pointed us to a real gem. Great staff, atmosphere, and food. The goat cheese bruschetta was my favorite. No need to make big decisions, because each order allows you to pick 4 varieties. Don't miss this place if you are passing through Santa Fe!
(5)
Suzy Z.
Food was delicious, service fine and very gracious owner/chef was there to take care of us. Ambience warm and inviting on a cold snowy night in December.
(5)
Clare S.
My family came here for Christmas dinner today as the Bishop's Ranch Lodge couldn't accommodate us adding someone to our existing reservations. So my brother found this place. There was a Christmas menu with several choices for each course. The Bibb lettuce salad with seared pears, gorgonzola, pistachios and a blood orange vinaigrette dressing was excellent. I had the Cornish Game Hen with a delicious sauce, rice pilaf and steamed vegetables. I was pretty happy with it as I don't have it very often. One of the other choices was Braised Short Ribs, which everyone besides me ordered, but the concensus was they weren't that great. The dessert choices definitely improved the meal. I had the red berry trifle which was very good. My brother had the maple sweet potato cheesecake, which was truly decadent. The wine suggestions led us to a nice tempranillo from Spain, which paired perfectly with my dinner. The server was very accommodating to my family. As with only one other restaurant I've visited which is out of state, the service seemed a bit off- the owner/manager? seemed rather uncomfortable with her role but hovered nearby. It's not a huge place, but it seemed odd that some wines weren't available, and everyone seemed to be milling around. As it was a party of 6, there was a added gratuity that seemed rather steep given the service. Overall, it was a nice family dinner reconnecting, but I think the service could improve a bit. I might come back sometime for the regular menu, but the main opinion was the main course entrees and service was good, but not great. I was impressed with the depth of their wine list, but as someone who enjoys a glass of wine versus a bottle, there could have been more selection for the wines by the glass. Overall, a nice dinner.
(3)
Carrie H.
We went there based on yelp review. Sampled 3 wines based on the descriptions and the waitress's recommendations. They went from bad to worse. The wine tasted like watered down vinegar, lightly fermented grape juice. I can do better by buying the two dollar wine in walmart. The waitress was nice from my perspective but my husband said she was getting annoyed by us not satisfied with the samples. We left with a tip big enough for a glass of wine because my husband was such a gentleman even though we didn't drink at all. BTW, the music was below expectation too.
(1)
Jill L.
Sweet surroundings and kind, though a bit uneven service. Food is good, nothing memorable but decent. Our disappointment was that they bill themselves a wine bistro and they offered a price fixe menu but not a wine option to the options presented. We expected to see wines paired with the dishes in each course, at a fee, of course. All in all, sadly, not worth the price we paid, but not a bad experience.
(3)
Saundra H.
My husband and I enjoyed a great meal in a relaxed atmosphere. We shared the bruchetta followed by crab cakes. We could not decide which of the four bruchettas were the best, we nearly ordered another round to settle the question! Food and service were great!. We will definitely make a return visit.
(5)
James P.
This was a great place. My wife and I wanted to try something different (other than New Mexican style cuisine) while in town for an anniversary celebration and we decided upon this one based on the yelp reviews. Definitely didn't disappoint. The food and service were really good. We had the Oysters Rockefeller, Flank Steak and Tenderloin of Beef along with a bottle of red wine. We could have easily split one of the main dish items as we ended up taking some home for a late night snack. The food timing to the table was a bit off and our appetizer and main dishes came out at the same time, but the waitress apologized and made it right (credited us the appetizer), so we didn't rate anything differently. We finished off with the "flourless" chocolate cake... wow was that awesome. Definitely will go back when we are in Santa Fe again.
(4)
Shelly B.
TerraCotta Wine Bistro outdoes themselves on excellent food, including the happy hour offerings. The bruschetta is perfectly fixed and along with great wine choices, this is a perfect happy hour. In addition I have had dinner there several times and never disappointed. The staff including the waitpersons, management, chef and bartender all make you feel welcome. Shelly B. Santa Fe Resident
(5)
Kelly M.
We were staying in Santa Fe for a night on a roadtrip and most of the restaurants nearby were closing at 9 pm, but we called and confirmed Terracotta's kitchen was open until 10, so we went there for dinner. The place is really cutely decorated and warm, with pretty little flower arrangements and candles and warm colors. The staff was extremely accommodating and friendly even though we were the last table there and stayed until close. The wine was great and exactly what we needed after a long day on the road. We ordered 4 bruschettas which were a great serving size of 2 pieces of each kind for my friend and myself to share. My friend got the grilled chicken cesar salad which she said was good, and I got the warm shrimp greek salad - hard to make a bad greek salad so it was good, but the warm shrimp was cooked perfectly. We loved this little gem and would definitely come back here if we're in Santa Fe again.
(5)
Katherine M.
Wonderful little spot with great outdoor patio. Very good selection of wines. The grilled flank steak with veggies and potatoes is delicious. Highly recommend it!
(4)
David T.
We had a wonderful lunch, here. The French Onion soup was amazing. The colors and decor lively. And the wait staff friendly and worldly. The salmon danced in your mouth on the way down. Excellent.
(5)
Kathy N.
This Wine Bistro on a quiet side street of Santa Fe should not be missed. After reading several reviews we chose this bistro and our dining experience was the highlight of a great day! The wine selection was very nice and reasonably priced. We started with the crab and corn dip which was delicious. I enjoyed Cajun Shrimp served with garlic grits and some of the best collard greens ever. My husband had linguine with a delicious clam sauce. Be sure to save room for dessert, their Pecan Waffle Bread Pudding with Bourbon sauce was fabulous. All this and friendly ambience and service, you just can't go wrong.
(5)
T.J. C.
I reserved a spot and mentioned it was our anniversary. The hostess seated us and then returned with two glasses of champagne and wished us a happy anniversary. Details matter! The food was excellent--won't get too deep there but we went away very satisfied. The chef also came out later in the meal and offered to provide dessert on the house to celebrate our anniversary as well. We were stuffed so didn't take her up on it, but... details matter! We sat out on the patio out back and enjoyed the thoughtful selection of coordinated colors and other touches to the ambiance. Can't recommend enough for a romantic date with fair prices for the quality and an attentive, detail-oriented management.
(5)
Craig R.
My wife and I had a get away day without our kids in Santa Fe. We saw the reviews for this place and made a 6:00 reservation on a Saturday. We did not need a reservation as it was completely empty. Once diners started rolling in, we realized we were in the minority. We are in our mid-forties and every other diner that entered over the next two hours could have been our parents, or even grandparents! One of the servers said that seniors is their clientele - I understand why they would go there, but I don't understand why everyone else doesn't. As others have described, the wine list was unique and incredibly helpful. It is divided up by price: "Whites in the $20s", "Reds in the $30s", etc. We asked our server which of the Red Zins in the $30s she would recommend and she hit a home run! We had the cheese and meat plate - it was fantastic. There were cheeses we had never tried before. And it came with with a head of roasted garlic to spread on some bread. Wow! The crab cakes were very good, as was the slaw and sweet potato fries that came with it. Desserts were very good. The trifle - which we would not have ordered if it were not for our server - was a great surprise. She guaranteed it would be good and even offered to pay for it if we did not like it! The flour less cake was also top notch. Finally, the service was impeccable. Anda seems almost too young to have the knowledge base to guide us throughout the menu and wine list, but she is an old soul that knew the menu inside and out. She made us love this restaurant!
(5)
Rick M.
My lamb chops were perfectly cooked to order. Wife had salmon she raved about. Appetizers were assorted bruschetta. The ham, cheese, and strawberry jam was wonderful as was the Brie. Service attentive and gracious. Wine selections extensive and reasonably priced. A great find !
(5)
Bike Chaplain O.
Warm smiling greetings met us as we arrived for lunch. From the owner chef to her compadres, all were wonderful. We sat overlooking a beautiful flower garden. The food of bloody mary steak salad and asparagus ravioli was perfectly cooked, seasoned and most delicious. We enjoyed champagne and very reasonably priced, good wine (Malbec). We highly recommend this excellent restaurant. Thanks for reading. The Bike Chaplain
(5)
Cathy M.
We enjoyed our dinner here but I can't say what all 4 (!) of us ordered exemplified their unique art of cooking. Simply the Best is a simple spinach salad with a salmon filet on top. It was great, perfectly cooked, and the vinaigrette was delicious. The bruschetta, even though they were heavily featured on the menu, were so-so. Or maybe I just wasn't in the mood for them ... the bread was not toasted as expected and therefore not crunchy ... more like mini-deepdish-pizzas ... so I guess it's a good thing to have on a wine bar menu ... good appetizer to soak up the alcohol. Yes, we will return and yes, we recommend. The owner introduced herself just as we were leaving which we appreciated. Darling, new little restaurant which aims to please. Give it a try!
(4)
Kathy G.
Went in for a late lunch. Place was quiet but the staff was fantastic and oh so friendly . Great with helping you choose a wine and willing to open any bottle to let you taste first . Did I mention $6 glass before 6pm? Awesome. Had the French onion soup (yum) and the Bloody Mary steak salad ( fabulous). Had a nice conversation with everyone there and can't wait to go back.
(4)
Kelly V.
Recommended by a gentleman at the O'Keeffe museum, we popped in here for a bit before our tour. Super cute bistro with a lovely unpretentious vibe. The wine flights were tasty and interesting. The artichoke cheese dip was delightful (and I generally do not care for artichokes). My veggie panini was delicious and the mushroom soup was also fabulous. I was a bit disappointed that we didn't have room for dessert but perhaps next time.
(5)
Andrea R.
This is my go-to lunch and happy hour spot. I love bringing people to sample all menu items. I've been here around 5x, and tried something different each time and everything is delicious!!
(5)
Jake R.
Great food and exceptional service.
(5)
Michael G.
We were passing through Santa Fe and the very helpful lady at the desk at our hotel recommended that we stop here. Great recommendation. B & I stopped for lunch and had soup and the mezze plate of a variety of salads and spreads. The french onion soup B had was among the best that she'd ever had and I had their portobello mushroom bisque was equally good. These with the accompaniment of the mezze plate and a couple of glasses of wine made for a perfect lunch. The decor/ambiance of the place is fantastic and the service was attentive & knowlegable as well.
(5)
Xo D.
Impeccable service, romantic courtyard, great wine, good prices and the French Silk Pie is, in itself, worth a visit.
(5)
Elizabeth G.
A perfect, cozy and unpretentious little place (but with a kind of artistic vibe) with a wonderful wine selection - great by the glass choices - and a knowledgeable staff if you want a little help. Prices are reasonable. The most expensive bottles were all under $50 and they had a lot in the $30 range. The food is creative but not precious and everything we had was excellent. The onion soup with its thick layer of cheese was extremely yummy, and you can get everything from excellent cheese plates and appetizer type dishes to more entree-like larger plates (grouper and chips, for example). Their house made potato chips are a treat. I recommend this highly as a place for a really comfortable yet creative food experience and of course wine lovers will be really happy with it. Make reservations if you want to go in the evening.
(5)
Jim K.
Visiting in Santa Fe, we actively looked at Yelp reviews. We were quite excited to find TerraCotta with great reviews on the outskirts of the downtown area. Their wine list was more extensive than any other business we visited in Santa Fe. And, to make it more impressive, the bottles were some of the most reasonably priced we had seen in quite some time. And, as a bonus, any wine by the glass is $6 before 6:00 pm. Our waitperson, Theresa, was outstanding. She was funny, honest, and very entertaining. We would go back just to engage with Theresa again! We were there for lunch. While salmon cooked on a plank with mustard and brown sugar topping was extremely attractive, we went for the smoked turkey and the chicken breast sandwich. I ordered the cup of french onion soup after reading yelp reviews. It lived up to its reputation. It was exceptional. The sandwiches were great, we couldn't even finish them so Theresa bundled them up with a rubber band on the container "as insurance". We cannot stress how nice the wine list was. I ordered a glass of red zin, which the owner came out and said she only had about a half of glass left. She offered to give it to me for free and to open up any other bottle of red zin for another glass, even if they didn't offer that wine by the glass. That's something you just don't see very often from a restaurant. The entrees were reasonably priced and we will definitely come back the next time we are in Santa Fe. We ate on the front porch and they also had an outdoor patio in back.
(5)
Shauna L.
Our stay in Santa Fe was defined as one of our top vacations after eating out at Terra Cotta. The warm welcome as we entered followed by our amazing wine flight ,the onion soup, casa salad and finally the bruschetta....created an amazing experience. Thank you as we most definitely will return.
(5)
Sandie T.
Lovely French cuisine with a wonderful owner and staff. The service was great and friendly. Loved the ambiance, duck confit and flank steak. Extensive and reasonably priced wine list. A great change of pace from the usual local cuisine
(5)
Steve W.
A great find! Near the plaza but off the beaten path. Great staff. Great food, and Great prices. Oysters Rockefeller for $12, and they were great! The Lump Crab Cakes were extraordinary. Wonderful wine lists, all pours were $6 before 6pm. Whether tourist or local, make this a must stop. Staff attentive and very personable.
(5)
Mark V.
They are batting .400 and the ball season is over...! The French onion soup is as good as it gets. Desserts here are phenomenal. Wine list is extensive. - The flounder was lightly sauteed, great flavor, string beans to rave about. (I don't usually rave about the veg.) - The berry tarts are orgasmic. - We found a Cote de Rhone that drove us to Susan's the next day to buy more. The service is prompt, attentive without being intrusive.
(5)
Gregg P.
This bistro does EVERYTHING right. The wine, food and setting are all exceptional. The warm staff really make this place special. We showed up early, and were graciously provided a complimentary glass of wine just because. Now that is extraordinary hospitality.
(5)
Suzanne S.
We just ducked in here for a glass of wine late afternoon. What a magnificent surprise!! The wine list and the somalier are amazing. We weren't hungry but could not resist a few of the bruschetta. SOOO glad we did. They were utterly amazing - not like any bruschetta you've ever had before. This place is a total gem - we regretted we had made other plans for dinner but we'll be back!
(5)
Amy H.
We had a wonderful dinner here while on a road trip though New Mexico. The staff is dedicated and friendly. Make sure to try the bruchetta and the port flight
(5)
Terri W.
Great wine list and fabulous food. We were in Santa Fe for only two days and ate here for lunch on the recommendation of our hotel. It was so good that we came again for dinner the next day. The staff is very professional and the atmosphere is really nice. Would definitely come here again.
(5)
R L.
Had salmon for appetizers, beef and pork ternderloin for entrees with wonderful fresh and organic vegetables all a New Mexico twist, unfortunately without the NM punch of the green/red chile's we had made it our quest to have with all our meals while on our NM trip. The staff's attentiveness and generosity made up for all of that. Thank you for a great experience only steps from our casita.
(4)
Ahna B.
My parents have been raving about this restaurant and we finally tried it. My fiance split the bruschetta sampler, french onion soup, and lamb chops. My parents ordered the salad, chicken pot pie and braised short ribs. Everything was delicious! The french onion soup and the chicken pot pie were my favorite. The one disclaimer is that the chicken pot pie is more a deconstructed chicken pot pie as the puff pastry was placed on top and not covering the dish. The lamb was cooked a little rare of me, so I sent it back. They quickly put it back on the grill and it was great afterwards. The portions are really big so try and moderate yourself. Looking forward to our next dinner!
Our waitress didn't like us. We were slow, ignorant and annoying. The food did not balance the drama. Not returning. They won't miss us.
(1)
Brett S.
French onion soup had too much thyme and herbs. Entrees were not great. Service was fantastic though.
(2)
Amanda G.
Only had wine and desert but delicious and wonderful. Wait staff was wonderful. Can't wait to visit again for dinner.
(5)
L H.
Great place. Excellent service, the food was amazing - perfectly grilled salmon for the salad and the choice of wines? Pages long. Get here before 6pm for their $6 glasses. Perfect. Lots of dairy free options.
(4)
Terri W.
A night to remember. Our small group, sister, husband and I, ended up at TerraCotta Wine Bistro after paging through many different reviews of many different restaurants. We were looking for something interesting, fun, not too heavy and something that wouldn't break the bank. Well we hit the mark. What a great atmosphere with lovely, delicious and thoughtful cuisine and wine to match. The owners are wonderful people who obviously enjoy life and creating a wonderful atmosphere for people to enjoy. We will be coming back to Santa Fe and we will be coming back to TerraCotta Wine Bistro. Maybe next time will be in the summer so our Mazzy dog can enjoy their wonderful patio tables. Thank you.
(5)
Anne R.
Tell all your friends to eat here. One of the best and reasonable in Santa Fe. Awesome food from the salmon, flank steak, bloody Mary steak salad and the onion rings are to die for. Service is extremely good, chef is unbelievable. Our table of 5 women each thought the food was wonderful. The chef is a hoot and ready to please. I will return!!!
(5)
Katy S.
This was our favorite meal in Santa Fe. The service is exceptional (everyone is so friendly and helpful) and the back patio is very charming. It's a bit off the beaten path so it's much quieter than other places, but busy enough to give the place a good buzz. The salmon was delicious, but the BLT bruschetta was to die for. I had read other reviews about how good it was, but didn't think I would be able to eat any... luckily, they had gluten-free bread that was delicious. There were several other gluten-free options, too. Overall, a great place to go if you have any allergies... or if you are just looking for a delicious meal in a cozy setting.
(5)
Nancy T.
Run, do not walk to TerraCotta!! It won't be more than 5 minutes and you won't be able to get in!! Had such an awesome late lunch on Christmas Eve-with Shelly at the bar-that we decided this was where we had to have Christmas dinner! Both times we were blown away by the food, the wine, and the lovely ladies who do everything seamlessly. On Christmas Eve we chose a beautiful and large cheese platter plus onion rings that we're still talking about. We had numerous glasses of different wines all by the glass after having a sample. On Christmas, my husband had dover sole stuffed with crabmeat and I had prime rib roast. Both dishes were done to perfection, the veggies were perfectly cooked and we were not rushed out, as some restaurants do to get more people in.
(5)
John G.
Fabulous food. The spaghetti squash Alfredo was spectacular. The chef was able to work around our gluten free diet with ease. The cedar plank salmons was the best I've tasted. Again, the sides were simply substituted to accommodate our special diet. The chef was able to provide a gluten free bruschetta first course rivaling any bruschetta I've experienced. Beginning at the door, the greeting, the service and food, all exceeded my expectations. Open for only eleven weeks, good luck, continue to treat your customers as guests, provide great food and service, your success is guaranteed.
(5)
Ben T.
Great meal, great value. Modern Italian--traditional dishes with a twist, and every ingredient prepared perfectly. The mezze plate was fantastic--a thoughtful mixture of textures, colors, and flavors. The entrees were excellent, and the dessert (we have had the carrot cake and the chocolate chip cookie) were incredible. Excellent service. Full marks.
(5)
Michael K.
Try the rose wines they're the new pinot noirs!
(4)
Linda A.
I have eaten at TerraCotta several times now and all I can say is that the place is awesome! The food, the wine and the service are all excellent and it's very affordable. This is a great new location for lunch, dinner or just meeting friends for a glass of wine (or beer) in the afternoon.
(5)
Ryan M.
Ate here on a Tuesday night during a trip through New Mexico. After walking by several other restaurants which looked to have long waits, we were surprised to find that TerraCotta was so quiet. Apparently the buzz hasn't made its way to this place yet (it's fairly new), but it should. All the food was excellent and extremely affordable. The entrees come in two portion sizes: large (around $20) small (around $15). I ordered the small portion of the steak, which was perfectly cooked, and more than satisfying. We also shared a decent bottle of wine (about $30). The waiter was also extremely friendly and gave us some useful travel tips. Do yourself a favor and eat here. The food, wine, and overall experience are just as good as (or better than) any really nice restaurant. The only difference is you pay about 2/3 of the price. Also a good break from ubiquitous New Mexican green chile (which is awesome but angers your stomach after the 3rd or 4th consecutive meal into which it is incorporated).
(5)
Arlene S.
WOW! What an amazing dining experience. Great ambiance, fabulous food and wonderful service all for reasonable prices and ample servings. We shared the charcuterie plate as an appetizer, and it was more than enough for both of us. The menu is diverse and changes often, so you're never bored...and best of all, they offer a small and a large option, so there's always room for dessert (and Catherine's carrot cake is to die for). Definitely a welcoming place for Santa Fe locals - actually designed with us in mind - ain't that novel! A great place for tourists, too. You feel like you just stepped into someone's home for good conversation and great food. TerraCotta has become one of our "haunts."
(5)
J S.
Had other dinner plans this evening so just had a few glasses of wine in the afternoon. Friendly and very knowledgeable staff about wine and great prices. Menu did look interesting and looking forward to trying next time in Santa Fe.
(5)
Mike E.
My wife and I stopped by on a couple of occasions during a recent visit and had a great experience. I had a brisket flatbread that was excellent and my wife had the Catherine's chicken salad which was also very good. We started with an olive tray that had a lot of great tasting olives for a very reasonable price ($6). Combined with some very good wine and nice people it is place I would highly recommend.
(5)
Miro C.
Just finished dinner and all four meals were delicious. Nice ambience, awesome deserts and a great choice of wine.
(5)
Hope W.
Ok. Loved. Loved. Loved this place!! I booked this restaurant because it was close to our hotel, had great reviews on Yelp and Trip advisor, and was also close to the NM History museum (which is free on Fridays after 5). However, be prepared for an amazing and extensive wine list, incredible food (they even have an optional prix fix menu), knowledgable wait staff and the total cuteness of this place! You would think that all these positives would add up to one big negative -- a very expensive meal--but they don't! My son had the steak, my husband the brisket and me, a plate of four pick your own bruschetta. Everything was cooked perfectly, the portion sizes were ideal and the food was amazing. My husband and I also split a bottle of server recommended Rose'. This was one of the least expensive yet most amazing meals we had in Santa Fe.
(5)
M B.
Great wine selection, nice atmosphere. Food was disappointing. I have read great things about the food at this place but was not excited though my dining partner was somewhat pleased. I had the ravioli it was bland and didn't seem like fresh pasta. You can tell when it's been refrigerated. And the vegetables were drenched in oil. Yuck! The dessert was a chocolate cake which kind of tasted like an easy bake oven creation. I didn't finish it. Dry, and not inventive. I know this place can be better with all these great reviews but I was not excited....still searching for my favorite spot to eat here.... I'd return to sit outside and drink some wine....good atmosphere, great service...food...meh!
(3)
David A.
Beautiful setting in the heart of Santa Fe. Restaurant is very welcoming and has an array of beautiful colors. For a nice Santa Fe restaurant prices are within the normal range. Why it's not a 4 or 5 - I ordered the pre-fixe $30 dinner. Seared ahi was great, with a nice mix of flavors for the pallet. The menu makes makes no mention of a increase in price if you order the tuna - I asked about changing my soup selection and was told it was a $2 up charge. The pre-fixe menu is very deceiving - it's not the money that bothers as much as it is being misguided by the $30 menu and misinformed by the waitress. The resulting misguide resulted in $8 extra dollars in open food charges. The description of such on the receipt made me feel like the waitress just made it up, and was $3 off the up charge for soup. If that were it, I could've still made it away with giving a 4th star. I got the key lime pie for dessert, which truly should be the icing on the cake after dinner. It was horrible! Worst key lime that I've had in years. The Keylime portion of the pie was hard, old, and over refrigerated, making for an unfortunate ending to the meal. The crust was bland and also dated, so it took away from a meal that you otherwise would state that the chef takes great pride in her work. She clearly doesn't do the pie. Sorry for the review but on top of being misinformed, charged extra, and bad dessert it kind of left me in a foul mood.
(3)
Cornelious A.
Nice little place to have dinner in Santa Fe. Spoke to the owner over the phone (Linda) before arrival and what a sweet lady she is. The food was great and service was fast. I would return for future business.
(4)
Michael L.
This is our 1st meal in Santa Fe and it was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend and I love wine bars and is always on the hunt for that perfect combination of wine, cheese platter and Burrata salad. This wine bar is pristine and perfectly decorative. We were seated in the garden and on this fine Friday afternoon that was a good call. The table designs, floral centerpiece and garden plants lent the look and feel of being in a friend's comfortable backyard. We are thoroughly impressed with this set up..
(5)
Alex D.
Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was great and the wine selection was vast. We really enjoyed the picnic appetizer, the flank steak and the bbq ribs, but the strawberry shortcake dessert was probably the best item.
(5)
Bob E.
Amazing hidden place. On a quiet street. Food was excellent. Had the meat and cheese platter. Big enough to share with 3-4 people. Lots of selection. Excellent quality. Great value. Also had the flank steak. Super flavor. Roasted potato and veggies were yummy.
(5)
Susan V.
Fun southern style in Santa Fe. Everything we had was good...fried chicken, salmon, crab cakes. Dessert was really good...key lime pie and carrot cake for the table...great to split between 4. If you want a drink from the bar plan to go for one beforehand or go somewhere else afterwards...only wine here.
(4)
Cyndi J.
One of the most amazing restaurant experiences we've had yet! The service here is gracious. And the chef came out to talk to us a few times. Chef Cathi is awesome! She made our dinner awesome. She talked to us about the food, she joked around with us. Her cooking stands on its own, but it always makes me happy when the chef comes out to talk to me. We had the clam chowder, which clearly had fresh clams and fresh vegetables. This is a little thing, but the vegetables were cut like a real chef would cut them. On to our entrees - we both had steak, sourced from New Mexico farms. I had the tenderloin, and it was quite possibly the most tender and flavorful I've ever had. It was sauced perfectly with a mushroom demi-glace. I ate almost the entire large piece! My husband had the flatiron steak, and it, too, was uncharacteristically tender. We decided to skip dessert and have more wine. We were going to hang out in the bar to free up a table, but our server told us we were fine to stay at our table, as they had seated all their reservations and no one else was waiting. This is a truly elegant dining experience. The atmosphere is cozy and rustic, lovely and inviting.
(5)
Kevin A.
Great staff, good with the huge wine list, food was incredible and great assortment of $6 wines for happy hour. We caught the tail end of happy hour and had great 20th anniversary dinner. The bruschetta was perfect (fig and traditional), sea bass, and more wine all stellar.
(5)
Jessica P.
Been visiting in Santa Fe and had already eaten dinner, so stopped here for a little night cap. The place was so quaint and charming! The wine list is superior and the staff is very kind and knowledgable. Had an excellent experience. Will definitely return if I ever come back to Santa Fe.
(5)
Maria T.
Absolutely delicious! Excellent menu & wine selection,excellent service and beautiful place! Visiting Santa Fe for the night, here from New York. Highly recommend!
(5)
Steven M.
Plank salmon with mustard sauce was to die for. Reviews led me here and the food did not disappoint. Watermelon salad was also incredible.
(5)
Amanda R.
I took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner with the intention of going all out. Everything we tried was wonderful... Glasses of white wine with our burrata salad appetizer, red wine flights with our entrees of sensational beef brisket (seriously, my bf was beside himself with joy while eating this plate of food) and delicious flank steak (marinated in coke and bourbon = nomnom!), and lastly a shared glass of bubbly with our desserts of carrot cake and key lime pie. Every single item that appeared on our table was beautifully presented and boasted rich, well-balanced flavors. Our server was lovely and gave my man a little of the brisket BBQ sauce to take home as a birthday present. She was also very helpful when it was time to select wine off the extensive menu! The atmosphere is nice, especially in the outdoor patio, though parking can be a bit tricky. Highly recommend! A refreshing hidden gem in a sea of Mexican restaurants! We can't wait to go back!
(5)
Rory M.
Had lots of choice when it came to wine and the service was great with lots of recommendations. I didn't try any of the main courses but had a great experience with the wine and a mazza plate.
(5)
Matt Y.
8/30/14 Dinner Terra Cotta was the perfect place to start off our trip to Santa Fe. The dinner was our first meal and it was just fabulous. We sat in the colorful patio in the back of the 19th century adobe house. The staff was very friendly and accommodating the minute we walked through the door. They told us to pick a our favorite table. It was a hot day and we just wanted something light while we wind down, rest, and chat. Over our cocktails and wine, we noshed over the Warm Crab & Corn Dip with house-made potato chips ($14). It was just tasty. Catherine's Chicken Salad ($14) is really a chicken chunk salad tossed with grapes and tarragon, sprinkled with roasted almonds on a bed of greens. It's exactly what I wanted after a day of travel. It was light but not compromising in taste. Grilled Shrimps Salad ($16) has a somewhat Mediteranean flavor to it. It's a mixed green salad with olives in a blood orange dressing. We also shared a the "Not to be Shared" Onion Ring ($6) over the meal. They have quite an extensive menu, from salmon, flank steak salad, fried chicken, to tenderloin of beef. There's something for everyone. The chef came out and greeted the guests. She was very nice and funny, chitchatting with us about the food, Santa Fe, and her trips to Hong Kong (my hometown). Terra Cotta is really a jewel in the Santa Fe dining scene. It's not right in Old Town but close enough. It's right by the Georgia O'Keffe Museum. Plenty of parking on nearby side streets.
(4)
Cristi F.
What a wonderful place! If you want a local flavor of Santa Fe with a beautiful atmosphere this is the place for you!! The place is surrounding by beautiful flowers that in it you in! There was a guitarist playing the night we arrived! What a wonderful atmosphere. And the food was wonderful!!!! I highly recommend the Sea Bass. Not mention their extensive wine list. You will night be disappointed. The owners are wonderful as well and very personable! It was a great way to spend our last night in Santa Fe!
(5)
Rick Y.
I have been visiting Santa Fe - going on my third week now- and have been to TC twice now. First stop was for a late lunch after the O'Keefe Museum, second time fully intentional. I have to say that whether you stop in for a fast bite or a full meal, this little bistro is sure to impress you. My wife an I have sampled quite a bit from all sections of the menu, apps to specials, all tasty, exceptionally well prepared by the master chef, and presented as befitting a fine meal. (Especially loved the planked salmon). The wine list is extensive and their "before six" offer is quite generous. Any label on the wine list priced $11 or under is a flat $6 before 6pm. I noticed many excellent labels and one of my all time favorites - "Petit Petit". I wished it was in my home zip code, but will have to settle for great memories of the meals we had here. I also must mention that on both of our visits t,hat the wait staff has been exceptionally courteous, helpful and has treated us (strangers) as if we were old friends. Doesn't get any better.
(5)
Martin H.
Great service ,inventive menu ! reasonably priced wine list..Locally sourced food...
(5)
Leah O.
Had an amazing meal here!! The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about the food and wine menu! Had the flank steak and the olive oil carrot cake, both were wonderful and the steak was cooked to perfection!
(5)
Joan M.
This was a stop on a walking tour to four restaurants. The menu looked really interesting, and they apparently have an exceptional wine selection, but the tasting provided was pitiful-- a bowl with three onion rings for two of us to share; not even a full order. True, it was probably the best onion ring I've had, and we were offered more wine, but based on our total cost, we paid $40 for two glasses of wine and three onion rings, to be shared between the two of us. The menu may look good, but this wasn't the restaurant we chose for our next dinner.
(2)
Casey C.
I will start to say the service was wonderful. They were so helpful and kind. But as far as the food, I don't know. Maybe we ordered the wrong things. We split the crab cakes and I really didn't like them at all. They tasted pre made and fishy. My husband lived in Boston and he really wasn't a fan at all. We did get some onion rings and those were tasty. Again, maybe we should have tried something else. I would give them another chance for their hospitality alone.
(3)
Tamra H.
Wonderful dinner.extensive wine list but our server was very helpful with our selection. I love restaurants where to owner/chef come around to mingle with the guests and she did. Our food was delicious and the service was great.
(5)
Mark F.
Our last night in Santa Fe. So many great places to eat... We enjoyed a wonderful meal on a quiet weeknight with a steady flow of diners but not super busy. The appetizer dish, PEI mussels were fantastic, as were out entrees. Great service and a cozy ambiance have this on my list of places to eat next time we're in town.
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Whitney K.
We tried out a new spot in Santa Fe and we were delighted! Dinner was excellent. Loved the guitarist, the food was great and the service was fast and pleasant! We will definitely return!
(5)Kaley J.
Wow, what an amazing experience, after a beautiful day in Santa Fe! I will have to say Emily, was the absolute best, she is so educated on all the wines and food, we so enjoyed our experience here. Such a great place, I would say the atmosphere plus the service (Emily), really made our night! Thanks again for the great food and even better service! Beautiful night indeed!
(5)Cristina G.
Some of the best food I've had in Santa Fe, a nice break from green chile everything. The wine was great as well. Staff is really friendly.
(5)Kenneth B.
Great Meal. Met two friends for a glass of wine. They have a great "6$ before 6pm" on glasses of wine special. So, we were meeting to have an after work glass of wine and maybe a few apps. Ended up having dinner. $153 for the three of us. 2 glasses of wine each. They have a nice $28 price fix 3 course dinner option. I had a scrumptious fried chicken dinner (cheese grits and sautéed bacon kale sides) $18 and a side salad ($5) nice light clean vinaigrette so you can taste your greens, served sos so your salad isn't smothered in dressing. Server attentive and informative. Will definitely be back!
(5)Kim S.
We were blown away by our dinner at Terracotta! We started with the Bruschetta, the Goat cheese and the "BLT" The tomatoes were fresh and the bread had a perfect softness with a perfect toasted crunch. The Tenderloin of Beef was by far the best tenderloin that we have ever had! You could have cut it with a butter knife! It was one of those meals that you never forget! The staff is very friendly and warm! It is worth the 5 hour drive just to have this meal again!
(5)Julie F.
Incredible food, beautiful restaurant, great service, great wine list and many different options to eat. You will not be disappointed, the food is so good!
(5)Ellen L.
This little bistro across the street from the Georgia O'Keefe Museum is a real jewel. We sat in the back patio at metal tables with colorful placemats on them. Large colored glass hurricanes with pillar candles provided light after dark. We started by ordering wine from the brown paper sheets tied to a wood board and arranged by price and type. For example, the first sheet was called Whites in the $Twenties. All the wines were $20-$29 per bottle. They had nice selections from all over the world. We wisely decided to share the scrumptious mezzo plate which consisted of hummus, tabouli, cannellini beans with basil, tapenade salad and a carrot and currant salad that tasted nothing like the old. version from the fifties. Served with pita triangles, it was fresh and perfect for 2. We also shared the grilled flank steak served with grilled vegetables and roasted potatoes. Heaven, especially the potatoes which were golden and cooked to perfection. Service was attentive and friendly. It felt like the owner had all of her friends working there. This restaurant was a real find and I would definitely go back.
(5)Erin M.
One of the best meals I've ever had! Wine list is impressive and wait staff is down to earth and VERY helpful. The food was amazing and I have absolutely no complaints about this place. Beef tenderloin and potatoes were insanely good. Also tried the linguine and meatballs were perfection. If you find yourself in Santa Fe, EAT HERE.
(5)Marit D.
A wonderful place to eat after enjoying O'keefe museum. Just a short walk down the block. The French onion soup was so flavorful and cheesy and the wine list extensive. Great service, friendly quaint atmosphere and nice prices.
(5)Christopher C.
If you're going here on a date, you'll be blessed with the most perfect lighting imaginable. Great mood in a place that is simultaneous classy and comfortable. No date for me, though. Traveling solo and needed a late dinner. This place closes at 9pm and I showed up at 8:45p, but they sat me cheerfully. Lucky for them, I just ordered a glass of tempranillo and the skillet fondue, which is artichoke hearts and spinach broiled with cheese. Not too complicated or time-consuming for the late hour (late by Santa Fe standards). The wine list was endless but organized very helpfully into broad price categories by type. Easy to find a good one at any price point. The skillet fondue was flawless, with a deep cheese flavor but not gooey or stringy cheese overload. Meant to be an appetizer for two.
(5)Chris C.
The food was good. Not exactly over-the-top great. Jambalaya had the right spice. The best part of the fried chicken was the collard greens. The grits had little flavor. While we were dining, Taylor Lautner came in. So that made it a little more interesting for the kids.
(3)Cheryl W.
Quiet restaurant a block off the plaza. Sauces and seasonings on both of our meals were wonderful. Service was great.
(5)Tony M.
Great intimate place! We almost walked right by. Luckily our fellow Yelpers pointed us to a real gem. Great staff, atmosphere, and food. The goat cheese bruschetta was my favorite. No need to make big decisions, because each order allows you to pick 4 varieties. Don't miss this place if you are passing through Santa Fe!
(5)Suzy Z.
Food was delicious, service fine and very gracious owner/chef was there to take care of us. Ambience warm and inviting on a cold snowy night in December.
(5)Mark V.
They are batting .400 and the ball season is over...! The French onion soup is as good as it gets. Desserts here are phenomenal. Wine list is extensive. - The flounder was lightly sauteed, great flavor, string beans to rave about. (I don't usually rave about the veg.) - The berry tarts are orgasmic. - We found a Cote de Rhone that drove us to Susan's the next day to buy more. The service is prompt, attentive without being intrusive.
(5)Clare S.
My family came here for Christmas dinner today as the Bishop's Ranch Lodge couldn't accommodate us adding someone to our existing reservations. So my brother found this place. There was a Christmas menu with several choices for each course. The Bibb lettuce salad with seared pears, gorgonzola, pistachios and a blood orange vinaigrette dressing was excellent. I had the Cornish Game Hen with a delicious sauce, rice pilaf and steamed vegetables. I was pretty happy with it as I don't have it very often. One of the other choices was Braised Short Ribs, which everyone besides me ordered, but the concensus was they weren't that great. The dessert choices definitely improved the meal. I had the red berry trifle which was very good. My brother had the maple sweet potato cheesecake, which was truly decadent. The wine suggestions led us to a nice tempranillo from Spain, which paired perfectly with my dinner. The server was very accommodating to my family. As with only one other restaurant I've visited which is out of state, the service seemed a bit off- the owner/manager? seemed rather uncomfortable with her role but hovered nearby. It's not a huge place, but it seemed odd that some wines weren't available, and everyone seemed to be milling around. As it was a party of 6, there was a added gratuity that seemed rather steep given the service. Overall, it was a nice family dinner reconnecting, but I think the service could improve a bit. I might come back sometime for the regular menu, but the main opinion was the main course entrees and service was good, but not great. I was impressed with the depth of their wine list, but as someone who enjoys a glass of wine versus a bottle, there could have been more selection for the wines by the glass. Overall, a nice dinner.
(3)Carrie H.
We went there based on yelp review. Sampled 3 wines based on the descriptions and the waitress's recommendations. They went from bad to worse. The wine tasted like watered down vinegar, lightly fermented grape juice. I can do better by buying the two dollar wine in walmart. The waitress was nice from my perspective but my husband said she was getting annoyed by us not satisfied with the samples. We left with a tip big enough for a glass of wine because my husband was such a gentleman even though we didn't drink at all. BTW, the music was below expectation too.
(1)Jill L.
Sweet surroundings and kind, though a bit uneven service. Food is good, nothing memorable but decent. Our disappointment was that they bill themselves a wine bistro and they offered a price fixe menu but not a wine option to the options presented. We expected to see wines paired with the dishes in each course, at a fee, of course. All in all, sadly, not worth the price we paid, but not a bad experience.
(3)Saundra H.
My husband and I enjoyed a great meal in a relaxed atmosphere. We shared the bruchetta followed by crab cakes. We could not decide which of the four bruchettas were the best, we nearly ordered another round to settle the question! Food and service were great!. We will definitely make a return visit.
(5)James P.
This was a great place. My wife and I wanted to try something different (other than New Mexican style cuisine) while in town for an anniversary celebration and we decided upon this one based on the yelp reviews. Definitely didn't disappoint. The food and service were really good. We had the Oysters Rockefeller, Flank Steak and Tenderloin of Beef along with a bottle of red wine. We could have easily split one of the main dish items as we ended up taking some home for a late night snack. The food timing to the table was a bit off and our appetizer and main dishes came out at the same time, but the waitress apologized and made it right (credited us the appetizer), so we didn't rate anything differently. We finished off with the "flourless" chocolate cake... wow was that awesome. Definitely will go back when we are in Santa Fe again.
(4)Shelly B.
TerraCotta Wine Bistro outdoes themselves on excellent food, including the happy hour offerings. The bruschetta is perfectly fixed and along with great wine choices, this is a perfect happy hour. In addition I have had dinner there several times and never disappointed. The staff including the waitpersons, management, chef and bartender all make you feel welcome. Shelly B. Santa Fe Resident
(5)Kelly M.
We were staying in Santa Fe for a night on a roadtrip and most of the restaurants nearby were closing at 9 pm, but we called and confirmed Terracotta's kitchen was open until 10, so we went there for dinner. The place is really cutely decorated and warm, with pretty little flower arrangements and candles and warm colors. The staff was extremely accommodating and friendly even though we were the last table there and stayed until close. The wine was great and exactly what we needed after a long day on the road. We ordered 4 bruschettas which were a great serving size of 2 pieces of each kind for my friend and myself to share. My friend got the grilled chicken cesar salad which she said was good, and I got the warm shrimp greek salad - hard to make a bad greek salad so it was good, but the warm shrimp was cooked perfectly. We loved this little gem and would definitely come back here if we're in Santa Fe again.
(5)Katherine M.
Wonderful little spot with great outdoor patio. Very good selection of wines. The grilled flank steak with veggies and potatoes is delicious. Highly recommend it!
(4)David T.
We had a wonderful lunch, here. The French Onion soup was amazing. The colors and decor lively. And the wait staff friendly and worldly. The salmon danced in your mouth on the way down. Excellent.
(5)Kathy N.
This Wine Bistro on a quiet side street of Santa Fe should not be missed. After reading several reviews we chose this bistro and our dining experience was the highlight of a great day! The wine selection was very nice and reasonably priced. We started with the crab and corn dip which was delicious. I enjoyed Cajun Shrimp served with garlic grits and some of the best collard greens ever. My husband had linguine with a delicious clam sauce. Be sure to save room for dessert, their Pecan Waffle Bread Pudding with Bourbon sauce was fabulous. All this and friendly ambience and service, you just can't go wrong.
(5)T.J. C.
I reserved a spot and mentioned it was our anniversary. The hostess seated us and then returned with two glasses of champagne and wished us a happy anniversary. Details matter! The food was excellent--won't get too deep there but we went away very satisfied. The chef also came out later in the meal and offered to provide dessert on the house to celebrate our anniversary as well. We were stuffed so didn't take her up on it, but... details matter! We sat out on the patio out back and enjoyed the thoughtful selection of coordinated colors and other touches to the ambiance. Can't recommend enough for a romantic date with fair prices for the quality and an attentive, detail-oriented management.
(5)Craig R.
My wife and I had a get away day without our kids in Santa Fe. We saw the reviews for this place and made a 6:00 reservation on a Saturday. We did not need a reservation as it was completely empty. Once diners started rolling in, we realized we were in the minority. We are in our mid-forties and every other diner that entered over the next two hours could have been our parents, or even grandparents! One of the servers said that seniors is their clientele - I understand why they would go there, but I don't understand why everyone else doesn't. As others have described, the wine list was unique and incredibly helpful. It is divided up by price: "Whites in the $20s", "Reds in the $30s", etc. We asked our server which of the Red Zins in the $30s she would recommend and she hit a home run! We had the cheese and meat plate - it was fantastic. There were cheeses we had never tried before. And it came with with a head of roasted garlic to spread on some bread. Wow! The crab cakes were very good, as was the slaw and sweet potato fries that came with it. Desserts were very good. The trifle - which we would not have ordered if it were not for our server - was a great surprise. She guaranteed it would be good and even offered to pay for it if we did not like it! The flour less cake was also top notch. Finally, the service was impeccable. Anda seems almost too young to have the knowledge base to guide us throughout the menu and wine list, but she is an old soul that knew the menu inside and out. She made us love this restaurant!
(5)Rick M.
My lamb chops were perfectly cooked to order. Wife had salmon she raved about. Appetizers were assorted bruschetta. The ham, cheese, and strawberry jam was wonderful as was the Brie. Service attentive and gracious. Wine selections extensive and reasonably priced. A great find !
(5)Bike Chaplain O.
Warm smiling greetings met us as we arrived for lunch. From the owner chef to her compadres, all were wonderful. We sat overlooking a beautiful flower garden. The food of bloody mary steak salad and asparagus ravioli was perfectly cooked, seasoned and most delicious. We enjoyed champagne and very reasonably priced, good wine (Malbec). We highly recommend this excellent restaurant. Thanks for reading. The Bike Chaplain
(5)Cathy M.
We enjoyed our dinner here but I can't say what all 4 (!) of us ordered exemplified their unique art of cooking. Simply the Best is a simple spinach salad with a salmon filet on top. It was great, perfectly cooked, and the vinaigrette was delicious. The bruschetta, even though they were heavily featured on the menu, were so-so. Or maybe I just wasn't in the mood for them ... the bread was not toasted as expected and therefore not crunchy ... more like mini-deepdish-pizzas ... so I guess it's a good thing to have on a wine bar menu ... good appetizer to soak up the alcohol. Yes, we will return and yes, we recommend. The owner introduced herself just as we were leaving which we appreciated. Darling, new little restaurant which aims to please. Give it a try!
(4)Kathy G.
Went in for a late lunch. Place was quiet but the staff was fantastic and oh so friendly . Great with helping you choose a wine and willing to open any bottle to let you taste first . Did I mention $6 glass before 6pm? Awesome. Had the French onion soup (yum) and the Bloody Mary steak salad ( fabulous). Had a nice conversation with everyone there and can't wait to go back.
(4)Kelly V.
Recommended by a gentleman at the O'Keeffe museum, we popped in here for a bit before our tour. Super cute bistro with a lovely unpretentious vibe. The wine flights were tasty and interesting. The artichoke cheese dip was delightful (and I generally do not care for artichokes). My veggie panini was delicious and the mushroom soup was also fabulous. I was a bit disappointed that we didn't have room for dessert but perhaps next time.
(5)Andrea R.
This is my go-to lunch and happy hour spot. I love bringing people to sample all menu items. I've been here around 5x, and tried something different each time and everything is delicious!!
(5)Jake R.
Great food and exceptional service.
(5)Michael G.
We were passing through Santa Fe and the very helpful lady at the desk at our hotel recommended that we stop here. Great recommendation. B & I stopped for lunch and had soup and the mezze plate of a variety of salads and spreads. The french onion soup B had was among the best that she'd ever had and I had their portobello mushroom bisque was equally good. These with the accompaniment of the mezze plate and a couple of glasses of wine made for a perfect lunch. The decor/ambiance of the place is fantastic and the service was attentive & knowlegable as well.
(5)Xo D.
Impeccable service, romantic courtyard, great wine, good prices and the French Silk Pie is, in itself, worth a visit.
(5)Elizabeth G.
A perfect, cozy and unpretentious little place (but with a kind of artistic vibe) with a wonderful wine selection - great by the glass choices - and a knowledgeable staff if you want a little help. Prices are reasonable. The most expensive bottles were all under $50 and they had a lot in the $30 range. The food is creative but not precious and everything we had was excellent. The onion soup with its thick layer of cheese was extremely yummy, and you can get everything from excellent cheese plates and appetizer type dishes to more entree-like larger plates (grouper and chips, for example). Their house made potato chips are a treat. I recommend this highly as a place for a really comfortable yet creative food experience and of course wine lovers will be really happy with it. Make reservations if you want to go in the evening.
(5)Jim K.
Visiting in Santa Fe, we actively looked at Yelp reviews. We were quite excited to find TerraCotta with great reviews on the outskirts of the downtown area. Their wine list was more extensive than any other business we visited in Santa Fe. And, to make it more impressive, the bottles were some of the most reasonably priced we had seen in quite some time. And, as a bonus, any wine by the glass is $6 before 6:00 pm. Our waitperson, Theresa, was outstanding. She was funny, honest, and very entertaining. We would go back just to engage with Theresa again! We were there for lunch. While salmon cooked on a plank with mustard and brown sugar topping was extremely attractive, we went for the smoked turkey and the chicken breast sandwich. I ordered the cup of french onion soup after reading yelp reviews. It lived up to its reputation. It was exceptional. The sandwiches were great, we couldn't even finish them so Theresa bundled them up with a rubber band on the container "as insurance". We cannot stress how nice the wine list was. I ordered a glass of red zin, which the owner came out and said she only had about a half of glass left. She offered to give it to me for free and to open up any other bottle of red zin for another glass, even if they didn't offer that wine by the glass. That's something you just don't see very often from a restaurant. The entrees were reasonably priced and we will definitely come back the next time we are in Santa Fe. We ate on the front porch and they also had an outdoor patio in back.
(5)Shauna L.
Our stay in Santa Fe was defined as one of our top vacations after eating out at Terra Cotta. The warm welcome as we entered followed by our amazing wine flight ,the onion soup, casa salad and finally the bruschetta....created an amazing experience. Thank you as we most definitely will return.
(5)Sandie T.
Lovely French cuisine with a wonderful owner and staff. The service was great and friendly. Loved the ambiance, duck confit and flank steak. Extensive and reasonably priced wine list. A great change of pace from the usual local cuisine
(5)Steve W.
A great find! Near the plaza but off the beaten path. Great staff. Great food, and Great prices. Oysters Rockefeller for $12, and they were great! The Lump Crab Cakes were extraordinary. Wonderful wine lists, all pours were $6 before 6pm. Whether tourist or local, make this a must stop. Staff attentive and very personable.
(5)Gregg P.
This bistro does EVERYTHING right. The wine, food and setting are all exceptional. The warm staff really make this place special. We showed up early, and were graciously provided a complimentary glass of wine just because. Now that is extraordinary hospitality.
(5)Suzanne S.
We just ducked in here for a glass of wine late afternoon. What a magnificent surprise!! The wine list and the somalier are amazing. We weren't hungry but could not resist a few of the bruschetta. SOOO glad we did. They were utterly amazing - not like any bruschetta you've ever had before. This place is a total gem - we regretted we had made other plans for dinner but we'll be back!
(5)Amy H.
We had a wonderful dinner here while on a road trip though New Mexico. The staff is dedicated and friendly. Make sure to try the bruchetta and the port flight
(5)Terri W.
Great wine list and fabulous food. We were in Santa Fe for only two days and ate here for lunch on the recommendation of our hotel. It was so good that we came again for dinner the next day. The staff is very professional and the atmosphere is really nice. Would definitely come here again.
(5)R L.
Had salmon for appetizers, beef and pork ternderloin for entrees with wonderful fresh and organic vegetables all a New Mexico twist, unfortunately without the NM punch of the green/red chile's we had made it our quest to have with all our meals while on our NM trip. The staff's attentiveness and generosity made up for all of that. Thank you for a great experience only steps from our casita.
(4)Ahna B.
My parents have been raving about this restaurant and we finally tried it. My fiance split the bruschetta sampler, french onion soup, and lamb chops. My parents ordered the salad, chicken pot pie and braised short ribs. Everything was delicious! The french onion soup and the chicken pot pie were my favorite. The one disclaimer is that the chicken pot pie is more a deconstructed chicken pot pie as the puff pastry was placed on top and not covering the dish. The lamb was cooked a little rare of me, so I sent it back. They quickly put it back on the grill and it was great afterwards. The portions are really big so try and moderate yourself. Looking forward to our next dinner!
(5)Madi M.
Miserly tapas; glacial service, entrée like a TV dinner. How this place gets rave reviews beats me. The bar ?
(2)Casey C.
Our waitress didn't like us. We were slow, ignorant and annoying. The food did not balance the drama. Not returning. They won't miss us.
(1)Brett S.
French onion soup had too much thyme and herbs. Entrees were not great. Service was fantastic though.
(2)Amanda G.
Only had wine and desert but delicious and wonderful. Wait staff was wonderful. Can't wait to visit again for dinner.
(5)L H.
Great place. Excellent service, the food was amazing - perfectly grilled salmon for the salad and the choice of wines? Pages long. Get here before 6pm for their $6 glasses. Perfect. Lots of dairy free options.
(4)Terri W.
A night to remember. Our small group, sister, husband and I, ended up at TerraCotta Wine Bistro after paging through many different reviews of many different restaurants. We were looking for something interesting, fun, not too heavy and something that wouldn't break the bank. Well we hit the mark. What a great atmosphere with lovely, delicious and thoughtful cuisine and wine to match. The owners are wonderful people who obviously enjoy life and creating a wonderful atmosphere for people to enjoy. We will be coming back to Santa Fe and we will be coming back to TerraCotta Wine Bistro. Maybe next time will be in the summer so our Mazzy dog can enjoy their wonderful patio tables. Thank you.
(5)Anne R.
Tell all your friends to eat here. One of the best and reasonable in Santa Fe. Awesome food from the salmon, flank steak, bloody Mary steak salad and the onion rings are to die for. Service is extremely good, chef is unbelievable. Our table of 5 women each thought the food was wonderful. The chef is a hoot and ready to please. I will return!!!
(5)Katy S.
This was our favorite meal in Santa Fe. The service is exceptional (everyone is so friendly and helpful) and the back patio is very charming. It's a bit off the beaten path so it's much quieter than other places, but busy enough to give the place a good buzz. The salmon was delicious, but the BLT bruschetta was to die for. I had read other reviews about how good it was, but didn't think I would be able to eat any... luckily, they had gluten-free bread that was delicious. There were several other gluten-free options, too. Overall, a great place to go if you have any allergies... or if you are just looking for a delicious meal in a cozy setting.
(5)Nancy T.
Run, do not walk to TerraCotta!! It won't be more than 5 minutes and you won't be able to get in!! Had such an awesome late lunch on Christmas Eve-with Shelly at the bar-that we decided this was where we had to have Christmas dinner! Both times we were blown away by the food, the wine, and the lovely ladies who do everything seamlessly. On Christmas Eve we chose a beautiful and large cheese platter plus onion rings that we're still talking about. We had numerous glasses of different wines all by the glass after having a sample. On Christmas, my husband had dover sole stuffed with crabmeat and I had prime rib roast. Both dishes were done to perfection, the veggies were perfectly cooked and we were not rushed out, as some restaurants do to get more people in.
(5)John G.
Fabulous food. The spaghetti squash Alfredo was spectacular. The chef was able to work around our gluten free diet with ease. The cedar plank salmons was the best I've tasted. Again, the sides were simply substituted to accommodate our special diet. The chef was able to provide a gluten free bruschetta first course rivaling any bruschetta I've experienced. Beginning at the door, the greeting, the service and food, all exceeded my expectations. Open for only eleven weeks, good luck, continue to treat your customers as guests, provide great food and service, your success is guaranteed.
(5)Ben T.
Great meal, great value. Modern Italian--traditional dishes with a twist, and every ingredient prepared perfectly. The mezze plate was fantastic--a thoughtful mixture of textures, colors, and flavors. The entrees were excellent, and the dessert (we have had the carrot cake and the chocolate chip cookie) were incredible. Excellent service. Full marks.
(5)Michael K.
Try the rose wines they're the new pinot noirs!
(4)Linda A.
I have eaten at TerraCotta several times now and all I can say is that the place is awesome! The food, the wine and the service are all excellent and it's very affordable. This is a great new location for lunch, dinner or just meeting friends for a glass of wine (or beer) in the afternoon.
(5)Ryan M.
Ate here on a Tuesday night during a trip through New Mexico. After walking by several other restaurants which looked to have long waits, we were surprised to find that TerraCotta was so quiet. Apparently the buzz hasn't made its way to this place yet (it's fairly new), but it should. All the food was excellent and extremely affordable. The entrees come in two portion sizes: large (around $20) small (around $15). I ordered the small portion of the steak, which was perfectly cooked, and more than satisfying. We also shared a decent bottle of wine (about $30). The waiter was also extremely friendly and gave us some useful travel tips. Do yourself a favor and eat here. The food, wine, and overall experience are just as good as (or better than) any really nice restaurant. The only difference is you pay about 2/3 of the price. Also a good break from ubiquitous New Mexican green chile (which is awesome but angers your stomach after the 3rd or 4th consecutive meal into which it is incorporated).
(5)Arlene S.
WOW! What an amazing dining experience. Great ambiance, fabulous food and wonderful service all for reasonable prices and ample servings. We shared the charcuterie plate as an appetizer, and it was more than enough for both of us. The menu is diverse and changes often, so you're never bored...and best of all, they offer a small and a large option, so there's always room for dessert (and Catherine's carrot cake is to die for). Definitely a welcoming place for Santa Fe locals - actually designed with us in mind - ain't that novel! A great place for tourists, too. You feel like you just stepped into someone's home for good conversation and great food. TerraCotta has become one of our "haunts."
(5)J S.
Had other dinner plans this evening so just had a few glasses of wine in the afternoon. Friendly and very knowledgeable staff about wine and great prices. Menu did look interesting and looking forward to trying next time in Santa Fe.
(5)Mike E.
My wife and I stopped by on a couple of occasions during a recent visit and had a great experience. I had a brisket flatbread that was excellent and my wife had the Catherine's chicken salad which was also very good. We started with an olive tray that had a lot of great tasting olives for a very reasonable price ($6). Combined with some very good wine and nice people it is place I would highly recommend.
(5)Miro C.
Just finished dinner and all four meals were delicious. Nice ambience, awesome deserts and a great choice of wine.
(5)Hope W.
Ok. Loved. Loved. Loved this place!! I booked this restaurant because it was close to our hotel, had great reviews on Yelp and Trip advisor, and was also close to the NM History museum (which is free on Fridays after 5). However, be prepared for an amazing and extensive wine list, incredible food (they even have an optional prix fix menu), knowledgable wait staff and the total cuteness of this place! You would think that all these positives would add up to one big negative -- a very expensive meal--but they don't! My son had the steak, my husband the brisket and me, a plate of four pick your own bruschetta. Everything was cooked perfectly, the portion sizes were ideal and the food was amazing. My husband and I also split a bottle of server recommended Rose'. This was one of the least expensive yet most amazing meals we had in Santa Fe.
(5)M B.
Great wine selection, nice atmosphere. Food was disappointing. I have read great things about the food at this place but was not excited though my dining partner was somewhat pleased. I had the ravioli it was bland and didn't seem like fresh pasta. You can tell when it's been refrigerated. And the vegetables were drenched in oil. Yuck! The dessert was a chocolate cake which kind of tasted like an easy bake oven creation. I didn't finish it. Dry, and not inventive. I know this place can be better with all these great reviews but I was not excited....still searching for my favorite spot to eat here.... I'd return to sit outside and drink some wine....good atmosphere, great service...food...meh!
(3)Rory M.
Had lots of choice when it came to wine and the service was great with lots of recommendations. I didn't try any of the main courses but had a great experience with the wine and a mazza plate.
(5)David A.
Beautiful setting in the heart of Santa Fe. Restaurant is very welcoming and has an array of beautiful colors. For a nice Santa Fe restaurant prices are within the normal range. Why it's not a 4 or 5 - I ordered the pre-fixe $30 dinner. Seared ahi was great, with a nice mix of flavors for the pallet. The menu makes makes no mention of a increase in price if you order the tuna - I asked about changing my soup selection and was told it was a $2 up charge. The pre-fixe menu is very deceiving - it's not the money that bothers as much as it is being misguided by the $30 menu and misinformed by the waitress. The resulting misguide resulted in $8 extra dollars in open food charges. The description of such on the receipt made me feel like the waitress just made it up, and was $3 off the up charge for soup. If that were it, I could've still made it away with giving a 4th star. I got the key lime pie for dessert, which truly should be the icing on the cake after dinner. It was horrible! Worst key lime that I've had in years. The Keylime portion of the pie was hard, old, and over refrigerated, making for an unfortunate ending to the meal. The crust was bland and also dated, so it took away from a meal that you otherwise would state that the chef takes great pride in her work. She clearly doesn't do the pie. Sorry for the review but on top of being misinformed, charged extra, and bad dessert it kind of left me in a foul mood.
(3)Cornelious A.
Nice little place to have dinner in Santa Fe. Spoke to the owner over the phone (Linda) before arrival and what a sweet lady she is. The food was great and service was fast. I would return for future business.
(4)Michael L.
This is our 1st meal in Santa Fe and it was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend and I love wine bars and is always on the hunt for that perfect combination of wine, cheese platter and Burrata salad. This wine bar is pristine and perfectly decorative. We were seated in the garden and on this fine Friday afternoon that was a good call. The table designs, floral centerpiece and garden plants lent the look and feel of being in a friend's comfortable backyard. We are thoroughly impressed with this set up..
(5)Alex D.
Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was great and the wine selection was vast. We really enjoyed the picnic appetizer, the flank steak and the bbq ribs, but the strawberry shortcake dessert was probably the best item.
(5)Bob E.
Amazing hidden place. On a quiet street. Food was excellent. Had the meat and cheese platter. Big enough to share with 3-4 people. Lots of selection. Excellent quality. Great value. Also had the flank steak. Super flavor. Roasted potato and veggies were yummy.
(5)Susan V.
Fun southern style in Santa Fe. Everything we had was good...fried chicken, salmon, crab cakes. Dessert was really good...key lime pie and carrot cake for the table...great to split between 4. If you want a drink from the bar plan to go for one beforehand or go somewhere else afterwards...only wine here.
(4)Cyndi J.
One of the most amazing restaurant experiences we've had yet! The service here is gracious. And the chef came out to talk to us a few times. Chef Cathi is awesome! She made our dinner awesome. She talked to us about the food, she joked around with us. Her cooking stands on its own, but it always makes me happy when the chef comes out to talk to me. We had the clam chowder, which clearly had fresh clams and fresh vegetables. This is a little thing, but the vegetables were cut like a real chef would cut them. On to our entrees - we both had steak, sourced from New Mexico farms. I had the tenderloin, and it was quite possibly the most tender and flavorful I've ever had. It was sauced perfectly with a mushroom demi-glace. I ate almost the entire large piece! My husband had the flatiron steak, and it, too, was uncharacteristically tender. We decided to skip dessert and have more wine. We were going to hang out in the bar to free up a table, but our server told us we were fine to stay at our table, as they had seated all their reservations and no one else was waiting. This is a truly elegant dining experience. The atmosphere is cozy and rustic, lovely and inviting.
(5)Kevin A.
Great staff, good with the huge wine list, food was incredible and great assortment of $6 wines for happy hour. We caught the tail end of happy hour and had great 20th anniversary dinner. The bruschetta was perfect (fig and traditional), sea bass, and more wine all stellar.
(5)Jessica P.
Been visiting in Santa Fe and had already eaten dinner, so stopped here for a little night cap. The place was so quaint and charming! The wine list is superior and the staff is very kind and knowledgable. Had an excellent experience. Will definitely return if I ever come back to Santa Fe.
(5)Maria T.
Absolutely delicious! Excellent menu & wine selection,excellent service and beautiful place! Visiting Santa Fe for the night, here from New York. Highly recommend!
(5)Steven M.
Plank salmon with mustard sauce was to die for. Reviews led me here and the food did not disappoint. Watermelon salad was also incredible.
(5)Amanda R.
I took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner with the intention of going all out. Everything we tried was wonderful... Glasses of white wine with our burrata salad appetizer, red wine flights with our entrees of sensational beef brisket (seriously, my bf was beside himself with joy while eating this plate of food) and delicious flank steak (marinated in coke and bourbon = nomnom!), and lastly a shared glass of bubbly with our desserts of carrot cake and key lime pie. Every single item that appeared on our table was beautifully presented and boasted rich, well-balanced flavors. Our server was lovely and gave my man a little of the brisket BBQ sauce to take home as a birthday present. She was also very helpful when it was time to select wine off the extensive menu! The atmosphere is nice, especially in the outdoor patio, though parking can be a bit tricky. Highly recommend! A refreshing hidden gem in a sea of Mexican restaurants! We can't wait to go back!
(5)Matt Y.
8/30/14 Dinner Terra Cotta was the perfect place to start off our trip to Santa Fe. The dinner was our first meal and it was just fabulous. We sat in the colorful patio in the back of the 19th century adobe house. The staff was very friendly and accommodating the minute we walked through the door. They told us to pick a our favorite table. It was a hot day and we just wanted something light while we wind down, rest, and chat. Over our cocktails and wine, we noshed over the Warm Crab & Corn Dip with house-made potato chips ($14). It was just tasty. Catherine's Chicken Salad ($14) is really a chicken chunk salad tossed with grapes and tarragon, sprinkled with roasted almonds on a bed of greens. It's exactly what I wanted after a day of travel. It was light but not compromising in taste. Grilled Shrimps Salad ($16) has a somewhat Mediteranean flavor to it. It's a mixed green salad with olives in a blood orange dressing. We also shared a the "Not to be Shared" Onion Ring ($6) over the meal. They have quite an extensive menu, from salmon, flank steak salad, fried chicken, to tenderloin of beef. There's something for everyone. The chef came out and greeted the guests. She was very nice and funny, chitchatting with us about the food, Santa Fe, and her trips to Hong Kong (my hometown). Terra Cotta is really a jewel in the Santa Fe dining scene. It's not right in Old Town but close enough. It's right by the Georgia O'Keffe Museum. Plenty of parking on nearby side streets.
(4)Cristi F.
What a wonderful place! If you want a local flavor of Santa Fe with a beautiful atmosphere this is the place for you!! The place is surrounding by beautiful flowers that in it you in! There was a guitarist playing the night we arrived! What a wonderful atmosphere. And the food was wonderful!!!! I highly recommend the Sea Bass. Not mention their extensive wine list. You will night be disappointed. The owners are wonderful as well and very personable! It was a great way to spend our last night in Santa Fe!
(5)Rick Y.
I have been visiting Santa Fe - going on my third week now- and have been to TC twice now. First stop was for a late lunch after the O'Keefe Museum, second time fully intentional. I have to say that whether you stop in for a fast bite or a full meal, this little bistro is sure to impress you. My wife an I have sampled quite a bit from all sections of the menu, apps to specials, all tasty, exceptionally well prepared by the master chef, and presented as befitting a fine meal. (Especially loved the planked salmon). The wine list is extensive and their "before six" offer is quite generous. Any label on the wine list priced $11 or under is a flat $6 before 6pm. I noticed many excellent labels and one of my all time favorites - "Petit Petit". I wished it was in my home zip code, but will have to settle for great memories of the meals we had here. I also must mention that on both of our visits t,hat the wait staff has been exceptionally courteous, helpful and has treated us (strangers) as if we were old friends. Doesn't get any better.
(5)martin h.
Great service ,inventive menu ! reasonably priced wine list..Locally sourced food...
(5)Leah O.
Had an amazing meal here!! The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about the food and wine menu! Had the flank steak and the olive oil carrot cake, both were wonderful and the steak was cooked to perfection!
(5)Joan M.
This was a stop on a walking tour to four restaurants. The menu looked really interesting, and they apparently have an exceptional wine selection, but the tasting provided was pitiful-- a bowl with three onion rings for two of us to share; not even a full order. True, it was probably the best onion ring I've had, and we were offered more wine, but based on our total cost, we paid $40 for two glasses of wine and three onion rings, to be shared between the two of us. The menu may look good, but this wasn't the restaurant we chose for our next dinner.
(2)Delectable Diner A.
11/18/14 I just finished an absolutely fabulous dinner at Terra Cotta. A friend and I decided to stop in to hear the very entertaining guitarist, Pat, play classical jazz pieces. His style, and volume, are perfect for an intimate dinner setting. We decided to start the evening with a couple glasses of wine. Being that I like Oregoneon Pinot Noirs, I recalled that the bartender, Emily, recommended the Planet Oregon Pinot Noir the last time I was there. It is a fantastic, and very reasonably priced, Willamette Valley pinot. For appetizers, we had some light and crispy Onion Rings and the Olive Platter. We paired those with the Cline Mourvedre. Everything was delicious! The wine provided a perfect balance for the slightly salty dishes. Per our server, Anda's, recommendation, we ordered the Fish and Chips and the Crab Cakes for our entrees. However, we substituted Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes for the Waffle Fries. They had absolutely no problem with our substitution, and they were happy to accommodate us. I love it when a restaurant doesn't mind giving us exactly what we want! Of course, everything was delicious! The Crab Cakes were a substantial entree, and the Fish & Chips were light and crispy. Everything was cooked to perfection! For dessert, we decided on the Late Harvest Mourvedre Dessert Wine, initially. After discussing desserts with Anda, our server, we added the French Chocolate Silk Pie. Naturally, it was decadence. We had such a lovely evening. I'd highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to enjoy a lovely evening dining out.
(5)Cullen G.
This brisket. It was the best food I have ever had. I felt sad because I knew it would end. I have never had any meal in my life that has tasted better than this brisket. It was beautiful. Just. So beautiful and it made me feel like maybe things aren't so bad.
(5)LInda S.
Ambiance? Check. Local, friendly, inclusive service? Triple check. Food, presented and flavored with love and appreciation of flavor? Quadruple check (or more). 60 wine offering by the glass. Flight tastings? Many of them. We are very sad this is not in our home town. You put this restaurant in a larger city and it would take several months in advance for reservations. The chef and owner Katherine is as fantastic as her food.
(5)Linda S.
Dinner tonight at Terracotta -- delightful! I had a tasty watermelon gazpacho and the Warm Shrimp Salad. The escort had a gooey French Onion Soup he loved and the California Tuna Salad with fresh grilled ahi in a cucumber, carrot, and vinaigrette base. A couple of glasses of Albariño and we were happy travelers. Loved the bright and upbeat decor -- kudos to the designer!
(4)Alia G.
AWESOME find about a block off the main plaza area. (Note... parking is a bit of a challenge so plan on walking a little ways.... and it might be a good idea to bring a mini flashlight since it gets really dark at night and lighting isn't the best.) The Wine - - - Oh Jeez... the wine list was fantastic! They give you a clipboard with several pages to choose from. You either have to know what you want to drink... OR... go with a wine flight (I would have done this had I seen this page on the clip board but it was tucked in between a bunch of pages... so look for the Wine Flights Page)... OR... once you figure out what you are eating, ask for a pairing. The Food - - - Their portions are QUITE LARGE. So, be hungry or share. Because we didn't realize how big the portions would be... we ordered an appetizer in addition to each of us ordering an entrée. We should have ordered the app and 1 entrée and split it. LOL! Anyways... we had the Bruschetta to start. You get 4 different ones... which equates to 8 pieces of Bruschetta. Our favorite was the Fig Jam on Brie. The creamy with the sweet was mouth watering... in fact, I'm reliving it right now. Ahhhhhh..... I had the Asparagus Raviolis... a large dish with lots of raviolis and veggies in it. It wasn't overly rich, but it was overly delicious and I overate. My mom had the Salmon Salad... she thought she was getting a salad with a small piece of salmon... not so much... I think the salmon filet on her salad was like 8-10oz. It was huge. And the salad was also quite large.... I helped her eat some of her salmon which was perfectly prepared. And the crust they put on the salmon was so good... it was addicting... I just kept eating... hence, why I overate. The Service - - - Our gal was knowledgeable about wines and helped us pick out a couple. Timing on our meal was a bit rushed... our entrees came out shortly after our bruschetta so there wasn't much room on the small table and we had to do some shuffling and maneuvering. All in All - - - I'd recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a change of pace from all the great New Mexican restaurants in Santa Fe. Plus... if you like wines... you've got lots of nice choices here that won't break the bank. Total - - In case you are wondering about price points... for all the food we got... plus the 2 glasses of wine... our total was $67 excluding tip.
(4)Jim S.
We wanted to believe, but unfortunately we had a pretty poor meal at Terracotta. The wine list is nice and like many reviewers have mentioned, the prices are portions are good and the place is unpretentious and cute. However, the food is not very good. The menu seems busy and confused. The dishes we ordered were not what we expected, and they were mediocre to poor. For a glass or wine, it is fine, for a nice dinner you might want to try elsewhere.
(3)Patricia D.
Happy food. Everyone's plate was clean. Bloody Mary Salad was perfection. The crab cakes were well seasoned and very generous. Fish and chips had a perfect coating with awesome fries. Even the side salad was good. The outside area is charming and the staff is very knowledgeable. We're coming back soon.
(5)Kate M.
We used to frequent Vivre (the building's previous inhabitant), and decided to give Terracotta a shot on a day in late winter. I'll start with the décor- cheery elegance with funky paintings - don't miss the chimp in the bathroom. The décor, I'd say, is Terracotta's strongest suit. The service was certainly on-point if chilly, as if the server was close to resenting us. A bad sign, especially having experienced Vivre's understated grace. The wine list is fine, the prices for bottles and glasses is fine, the pours moderate. Our appetizer - the cheese plate - was underwhelming, expensive, and heavy with soft cheeses. Perhaps the variety changes by the day. For dinner, we ate expensive crab cakes and expensive salmon - both of which I recommend you avoid. Next time I'll go with steak, if there will ever be a next time. No room in our budget for dessert, and so out the door we were whisked. I miss you, Vivre.
(3)Lindy B.
This is a cute restaurant with a great outdoor sitting area and friendly accommodating staff. Nothing pretentious, although they could be if they wanted to be; just warm inviting Santa Fe love. They have an extensive wine list, but it's broken down in easy to understand categories and price ranges, and they have a good variety in each price - so if you are not familiar with the wines profile, you can easily pick a price and ask the staff to find you something to your taste. They will. We started with the soup special, a delicious mix of chiles, beans and prime rib pieces. Simple, complex and delish. Then we had some Bruschetta - you choose the bruschetta you want, from savory to sweet, my fav was the fig bruschetta. Really good. LindySez: Since we were just looking for a snack, this is all we ate. But looking at their menu, and seeing the quality of the food that we DID eat, I would definitely come back for lunch or dinner.
(4)Quinn S.
Really fabulous lunch, had the Greek salad with warm shrimp and a chicken salad sandwich. The very attentive staff split the meals for us onto two plates free of charge and made it look good too. Felt very refreshed afterwards. Breezy shady front patio with a garden out front, perfect for a summer day.
(5)Jenn J.
I stopped by here while waiting to meet a friend for dinner. This place has the best by the glass wine list I've ever seen. I ended up staying longer than expected and enjoyed a fantastic and creative bruschetta plate. The service is fantastic and the gal behind the bar knows her wine! She was very friendly and made it easy to sit alone, enjoy some wine, and chat with the locals. I can't wait to return!
(4)Misty P.
A really neat place. Loved the wine, bruschetta sampler, and olive plate. Great service
(5)Beth K.
House wine (for $6 a glass before 6) was "WOW"!! The crab cakes were not at all what I was looking for- greasy and cooked in old oil, great ambiance, dinner partners had fish and chips that were pretty good- however cooked in the same oil as the crab cakes.
(3)Anthony R.
I have a great time whenever I go. The prix fixe was excellent. I want to remember the names of the dishes I had but the menu on their website seems to be outdated. The last time I was there I sat at the bar and was served by Emily who was very helpful with wine pairing and it's always a pleasure.
(5)Casey C.
I will start to say the service was wonderful. They were so helpful and kind. But as far as the food, I don't know. Maybe we ordered the wrong things. We split the crab cakes and I really didn't like them at all. They tasted pre made and fishy. My husband lived in Boston and he really wasn't a fan at all. We did get some onion rings and those were tasty. Again, maybe we should have tried something else. I would give them another chance for their hospitality alone.
(3)Tamra H.
Wonderful dinner.extensive wine list but our server was very helpful with our selection. I love restaurants where to owner/chef come around to mingle with the guests and she did. Our food was delicious and the service was great.
(5)Mark F.
Our last night in Santa Fe. So many great places to eat... We enjoyed a wonderful meal on a quiet weeknight with a steady flow of diners but not super busy. The appetizer dish, PEI mussels were fantastic, as were out entrees. Great service and a cozy ambiance have this on my list of places to eat next time we're in town.
(5)T. S.
Fantastic wine selection. Dinner was excellent! Reasonable prices. Beautiful front patio seating. Overall a wonderful experience!
(5)Jon C.
It was fine. If you're a wine aficionado, this is definitely the place for you. Their happy hour is great - $6 glasses for a massive menu of wine. The food is fine, nothing so special. Soup was pretty good and I had a sandwich that I liked. Two stars seems kind of harsh, but according to Yelp, that's a "meh" which is kinda how I felt about it leaving. If I drank more wine I probably would have liked it more. Also, coming from New Orleans, $6 glasses of wine isn't anything out of the ordinary for me.
(3)Delectable Diner A.
11/18/14 I just finished an absolutely fabulous dinner at Terra Cotta. A friend and I decided to stop in to hear the very entertaining guitarist, Pat, play classical jazz pieces. His style, and volume, are perfect for an intimate dinner setting. We decided to start the evening with a couple glasses of wine. Being that I like Oregoneon Pinot Noirs, I recalled that the bartender, Emily, recommended the Planet Oregon Pinot Noir the last time I was there. It is a fantastic, and very reasonably priced, Willamette Valley pinot. For appetizers, we had some light and crispy Onion Rings and the Olive Platter. We paired those with the Cline Mourvedre. Everything was delicious! The wine provided a perfect balance for the slightly salty dishes. Per our server, Anda's, recommendation, we ordered the Fish and Chips and the Crab Cakes for our entrees. However, we substituted Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes for the Waffle Fries. They had absolutely no problem with our substitution, and they were happy to accommodate us. I love it when a restaurant doesn't mind giving us exactly what we want! Of course, everything was delicious! The Crab Cakes were a substantial entree, and the Fish & Chips were light and crispy. Everything was cooked to perfection! For dessert, we decided on the Late Harvest Mourvedre Dessert Wine, initially. After discussing desserts with Anda, our server, we added the French Chocolate Silk Pie. Naturally, it was decadence. We had such a lovely evening. I'd highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to enjoy a lovely evening dining out.
(5)Cullen G.
This brisket. It was the best food I have ever had. I felt sad because I knew it would end. I have never had any meal in my life that has tasted better than this brisket. It was beautiful. Just. So beautiful and it made me feel like maybe things aren't so bad.
(5)LInda S.
Ambiance? Check. Local, friendly, inclusive service? Triple check. Food, presented and flavored with love and appreciation of flavor? Quadruple check (or more). 60 wine offering by the glass. Flight tastings? Many of them. We are very sad this is not in our home town. You put this restaurant in a larger city and it would take several months in advance for reservations. The chef and owner Katherine is as fantastic as her food.
(5)Linda S.
Dinner tonight at Terracotta -- delightful! I had a tasty watermelon gazpacho and the Warm Shrimp Salad. The escort had a gooey French Onion Soup he loved and the California Tuna Salad with fresh grilled ahi in a cucumber, carrot, and vinaigrette base. A couple of glasses of Albariño and we were happy travelers. Loved the bright and upbeat decor -- kudos to the designer!
(4)Anthony R.
I have a great time whenever I go. The prix fixe was excellent. I want to remember the names of the dishes I had but the menu on their website seems to be outdated. The last time I was there I sat at the bar and was served by Emily who was very helpful with wine pairing and it's always a pleasure.
(5)Alia G.
AWESOME find about a block off the main plaza area. (Note... parking is a bit of a challenge so plan on walking a little ways.... and it might be a good idea to bring a mini flashlight since it gets really dark at night and lighting isn't the best.) The Wine - - - Oh Jeez... the wine list was fantastic! They give you a clipboard with several pages to choose from. You either have to know what you want to drink... OR... go with a wine flight (I would have done this had I seen this page on the clip board but it was tucked in between a bunch of pages... so look for the Wine Flights Page)... OR... once you figure out what you are eating, ask for a pairing. The Food - - - Their portions are QUITE LARGE. So, be hungry or share. Because we didn't realize how big the portions would be... we ordered an appetizer in addition to each of us ordering an entrée. We should have ordered the app and 1 entrée and split it. LOL! Anyways... we had the Bruschetta to start. You get 4 different ones... which equates to 8 pieces of Bruschetta. Our favorite was the Fig Jam on Brie. The creamy with the sweet was mouth watering... in fact, I'm reliving it right now. Ahhhhhh..... I had the Asparagus Raviolis... a large dish with lots of raviolis and veggies in it. It wasn't overly rich, but it was overly delicious and I overate. My mom had the Salmon Salad... she thought she was getting a salad with a small piece of salmon... not so much... I think the salmon filet on her salad was like 8-10oz. It was huge. And the salad was also quite large.... I helped her eat some of her salmon which was perfectly prepared. And the crust they put on the salmon was so good... it was addicting... I just kept eating... hence, why I overate. The Service - - - Our gal was knowledgeable about wines and helped us pick out a couple. Timing on our meal was a bit rushed... our entrees came out shortly after our bruschetta so there wasn't much room on the small table and we had to do some shuffling and maneuvering. All in All - - - I'd recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a change of pace from all the great New Mexican restaurants in Santa Fe. Plus... if you like wines... you've got lots of nice choices here that won't break the bank. Total - - In case you are wondering about price points... for all the food we got... plus the 2 glasses of wine... our total was $67 excluding tip.
(4)Jim S.
We wanted to believe, but unfortunately we had a pretty poor meal at Terracotta. The wine list is nice and like many reviewers have mentioned, the prices are portions are good and the place is unpretentious and cute. However, the food is not very good. The menu seems busy and confused. The dishes we ordered were not what we expected, and they were mediocre to poor. For a glass or wine, it is fine, for a nice dinner you might want to try elsewhere.
(3)Patricia D.
Happy food. Everyone's plate was clean. Bloody Mary Salad was perfection. The crab cakes were well seasoned and very generous. Fish and chips had a perfect coating with awesome fries. Even the side salad was good. The outside area is charming and the staff is very knowledgeable. We're coming back soon.
(5)Kate M.
We used to frequent Vivre (the building's previous inhabitant), and decided to give Terracotta a shot on a day in late winter. I'll start with the décor- cheery elegance with funky paintings - don't miss the chimp in the bathroom. The décor, I'd say, is Terracotta's strongest suit. The service was certainly on-point if chilly, as if the server was close to resenting us. A bad sign, especially having experienced Vivre's understated grace. The wine list is fine, the prices for bottles and glasses is fine, the pours moderate. Our appetizer - the cheese plate - was underwhelming, expensive, and heavy with soft cheeses. Perhaps the variety changes by the day. For dinner, we ate expensive crab cakes and expensive salmon - both of which I recommend you avoid. Next time I'll go with steak, if there will ever be a next time. No room in our budget for dessert, and so out the door we were whisked. I miss you, Vivre.
(3)Lindy B.
This is a cute restaurant with a great outdoor sitting area and friendly accommodating staff. Nothing pretentious, although they could be if they wanted to be; just warm inviting Santa Fe love. They have an extensive wine list, but it's broken down in easy to understand categories and price ranges, and they have a good variety in each price - so if you are not familiar with the wines profile, you can easily pick a price and ask the staff to find you something to your taste. They will. We started with the soup special, a delicious mix of chiles, beans and prime rib pieces. Simple, complex and delish. Then we had some Bruschetta - you choose the bruschetta you want, from savory to sweet, my fav was the fig bruschetta. Really good. LindySez: Since we were just looking for a snack, this is all we ate. But looking at their menu, and seeing the quality of the food that we DID eat, I would definitely come back for lunch or dinner.
(4)Quinn S.
Really fabulous lunch, had the Greek salad with warm shrimp and a chicken salad sandwich. The very attentive staff split the meals for us onto two plates free of charge and made it look good too. Felt very refreshed afterwards. Breezy shady front patio with a garden out front, perfect for a summer day.
(5)Jenn J.
I stopped by here while waiting to meet a friend for dinner. This place has the best by the glass wine list I've ever seen. I ended up staying longer than expected and enjoyed a fantastic and creative bruschetta plate. The service is fantastic and the gal behind the bar knows her wine! She was very friendly and made it easy to sit alone, enjoy some wine, and chat with the locals. I can't wait to return!
(4)Misty P.
A really neat place. Loved the wine, bruschetta sampler, and olive plate. Great service
(5)Beth K.
House wine (for $6 a glass before 6) was "WOW"!! The crab cakes were not at all what I was looking for- greasy and cooked in old oil, great ambiance, dinner partners had fish and chips that were pretty good- however cooked in the same oil as the crab cakes.
(3)T. S.
Fantastic wine selection. Dinner was excellent! Reasonable prices. Beautiful front patio seating. Overall a wonderful experience!
(5)Jon C.
It was fine. If you're a wine aficionado, this is definitely the place for you. Their happy hour is great - $6 glasses for a massive menu of wine. The food is fine, nothing so special. Soup was pretty good and I had a sandwich that I liked. Two stars seems kind of harsh, but according to Yelp, that's a "meh" which is kinda how I felt about it leaving. If I drank more wine I probably would have liked it more. Also, coming from New Orleans, $6 glasses of wine isn't anything out of the ordinary for me.
(3)Whitney K.
We tried out a new spot in Santa Fe and we were delighted! Dinner was excellent. Loved the guitarist, the food was great and the service was fast and pleasant! We will definitely return!
(5)Kaley J.
Wow, what an amazing experience, after a beautiful day in Santa Fe! I will have to say Emily, was the absolute best, she is so educated on all the wines and food, we so enjoyed our experience here. Such a great place, I would say the atmosphere plus the service (Emily), really made our night! Thanks again for the great food and even better service! Beautiful night indeed!
(5)Cristina G.
Some of the best food I've had in Santa Fe, a nice break from green chile everything. The wine was great as well. Staff is really friendly.
(5)Kenneth B.
Great Meal. Met two friends for a glass of wine. They have a great "6$ before 6pm" on glasses of wine special. So, we were meeting to have an after work glass of wine and maybe a few apps. Ended up having dinner. $153 for the three of us. 2 glasses of wine each. They have a nice $28 price fix 3 course dinner option. I had a scrumptious fried chicken dinner (cheese grits and sautéed bacon kale sides) $18 and a side salad ($5) nice light clean vinaigrette so you can taste your greens, served sos so your salad isn't smothered in dressing. Server attentive and informative. Will definitely be back!
(5)Kim S.
We were blown away by our dinner at Terracotta! We started with the Bruschetta, the Goat cheese and the "BLT" The tomatoes were fresh and the bread had a perfect softness with a perfect toasted crunch. The Tenderloin of Beef was by far the best tenderloin that we have ever had! You could have cut it with a butter knife! It was one of those meals that you never forget! The staff is very friendly and warm! It is worth the 5 hour drive just to have this meal again!
(5)Julie F.
Incredible food, beautiful restaurant, great service, great wine list and many different options to eat. You will not be disappointed, the food is so good!
(5)Ellen L.
This little bistro across the street from the Georgia O'Keefe Museum is a real jewel. We sat in the back patio at metal tables with colorful placemats on them. Large colored glass hurricanes with pillar candles provided light after dark. We started by ordering wine from the brown paper sheets tied to a wood board and arranged by price and type. For example, the first sheet was called Whites in the $Twenties. All the wines were $20-$29 per bottle. They had nice selections from all over the world. We wisely decided to share the scrumptious mezzo plate which consisted of hummus, tabouli, cannellini beans with basil, tapenade salad and a carrot and currant salad that tasted nothing like the old. version from the fifties. Served with pita triangles, it was fresh and perfect for 2. We also shared the grilled flank steak served with grilled vegetables and roasted potatoes. Heaven, especially the potatoes which were golden and cooked to perfection. Service was attentive and friendly. It felt like the owner had all of her friends working there. This restaurant was a real find and I would definitely go back.
(5)Erin M.
One of the best meals I've ever had! Wine list is impressive and wait staff is down to earth and VERY helpful. The food was amazing and I have absolutely no complaints about this place. Beef tenderloin and potatoes were insanely good. Also tried the linguine and meatballs were perfection. If you find yourself in Santa Fe, EAT HERE.
(5)Marit D.
A wonderful place to eat after enjoying O'keefe museum. Just a short walk down the block. The French onion soup was so flavorful and cheesy and the wine list extensive. Great service, friendly quaint atmosphere and nice prices.
(5)Christopher C.
If you're going here on a date, you'll be blessed with the most perfect lighting imaginable. Great mood in a place that is simultaneous classy and comfortable. No date for me, though. Traveling solo and needed a late dinner. This place closes at 9pm and I showed up at 8:45p, but they sat me cheerfully. Lucky for them, I just ordered a glass of tempranillo and the skillet fondue, which is artichoke hearts and spinach broiled with cheese. Not too complicated or time-consuming for the late hour (late by Santa Fe standards). The wine list was endless but organized very helpfully into broad price categories by type. Easy to find a good one at any price point. The skillet fondue was flawless, with a deep cheese flavor but not gooey or stringy cheese overload. Meant to be an appetizer for two.
(5)Chris C.
The food was good. Not exactly over-the-top great. Jambalaya had the right spice. The best part of the fried chicken was the collard greens. The grits had little flavor. While we were dining, Taylor Lautner came in. So that made it a little more interesting for the kids.
(3)Cheryl W.
Quiet restaurant a block off the plaza. Sauces and seasonings on both of our meals were wonderful. Service was great.
(5)Tony M.
Great intimate place! We almost walked right by. Luckily our fellow Yelpers pointed us to a real gem. Great staff, atmosphere, and food. The goat cheese bruschetta was my favorite. No need to make big decisions, because each order allows you to pick 4 varieties. Don't miss this place if you are passing through Santa Fe!
(5)Suzy Z.
Food was delicious, service fine and very gracious owner/chef was there to take care of us. Ambience warm and inviting on a cold snowy night in December.
(5)Clare S.
My family came here for Christmas dinner today as the Bishop's Ranch Lodge couldn't accommodate us adding someone to our existing reservations. So my brother found this place. There was a Christmas menu with several choices for each course. The Bibb lettuce salad with seared pears, gorgonzola, pistachios and a blood orange vinaigrette dressing was excellent. I had the Cornish Game Hen with a delicious sauce, rice pilaf and steamed vegetables. I was pretty happy with it as I don't have it very often. One of the other choices was Braised Short Ribs, which everyone besides me ordered, but the concensus was they weren't that great. The dessert choices definitely improved the meal. I had the red berry trifle which was very good. My brother had the maple sweet potato cheesecake, which was truly decadent. The wine suggestions led us to a nice tempranillo from Spain, which paired perfectly with my dinner. The server was very accommodating to my family. As with only one other restaurant I've visited which is out of state, the service seemed a bit off- the owner/manager? seemed rather uncomfortable with her role but hovered nearby. It's not a huge place, but it seemed odd that some wines weren't available, and everyone seemed to be milling around. As it was a party of 6, there was a added gratuity that seemed rather steep given the service. Overall, it was a nice family dinner reconnecting, but I think the service could improve a bit. I might come back sometime for the regular menu, but the main opinion was the main course entrees and service was good, but not great. I was impressed with the depth of their wine list, but as someone who enjoys a glass of wine versus a bottle, there could have been more selection for the wines by the glass. Overall, a nice dinner.
(3)Carrie H.
We went there based on yelp review. Sampled 3 wines based on the descriptions and the waitress's recommendations. They went from bad to worse. The wine tasted like watered down vinegar, lightly fermented grape juice. I can do better by buying the two dollar wine in walmart. The waitress was nice from my perspective but my husband said she was getting annoyed by us not satisfied with the samples. We left with a tip big enough for a glass of wine because my husband was such a gentleman even though we didn't drink at all. BTW, the music was below expectation too.
(1)Jill L.
Sweet surroundings and kind, though a bit uneven service. Food is good, nothing memorable but decent. Our disappointment was that they bill themselves a wine bistro and they offered a price fixe menu but not a wine option to the options presented. We expected to see wines paired with the dishes in each course, at a fee, of course. All in all, sadly, not worth the price we paid, but not a bad experience.
(3)Saundra H.
My husband and I enjoyed a great meal in a relaxed atmosphere. We shared the bruchetta followed by crab cakes. We could not decide which of the four bruchettas were the best, we nearly ordered another round to settle the question! Food and service were great!. We will definitely make a return visit.
(5)James P.
This was a great place. My wife and I wanted to try something different (other than New Mexican style cuisine) while in town for an anniversary celebration and we decided upon this one based on the yelp reviews. Definitely didn't disappoint. The food and service were really good. We had the Oysters Rockefeller, Flank Steak and Tenderloin of Beef along with a bottle of red wine. We could have easily split one of the main dish items as we ended up taking some home for a late night snack. The food timing to the table was a bit off and our appetizer and main dishes came out at the same time, but the waitress apologized and made it right (credited us the appetizer), so we didn't rate anything differently. We finished off with the "flourless" chocolate cake... wow was that awesome. Definitely will go back when we are in Santa Fe again.
(4)Shelly B.
TerraCotta Wine Bistro outdoes themselves on excellent food, including the happy hour offerings. The bruschetta is perfectly fixed and along with great wine choices, this is a perfect happy hour. In addition I have had dinner there several times and never disappointed. The staff including the waitpersons, management, chef and bartender all make you feel welcome. Shelly B. Santa Fe Resident
(5)Kelly M.
We were staying in Santa Fe for a night on a roadtrip and most of the restaurants nearby were closing at 9 pm, but we called and confirmed Terracotta's kitchen was open until 10, so we went there for dinner. The place is really cutely decorated and warm, with pretty little flower arrangements and candles and warm colors. The staff was extremely accommodating and friendly even though we were the last table there and stayed until close. The wine was great and exactly what we needed after a long day on the road. We ordered 4 bruschettas which were a great serving size of 2 pieces of each kind for my friend and myself to share. My friend got the grilled chicken cesar salad which she said was good, and I got the warm shrimp greek salad - hard to make a bad greek salad so it was good, but the warm shrimp was cooked perfectly. We loved this little gem and would definitely come back here if we're in Santa Fe again.
(5)Katherine M.
Wonderful little spot with great outdoor patio. Very good selection of wines. The grilled flank steak with veggies and potatoes is delicious. Highly recommend it!
(4)David T.
We had a wonderful lunch, here. The French Onion soup was amazing. The colors and decor lively. And the wait staff friendly and worldly. The salmon danced in your mouth on the way down. Excellent.
(5)Kathy N.
This Wine Bistro on a quiet side street of Santa Fe should not be missed. After reading several reviews we chose this bistro and our dining experience was the highlight of a great day! The wine selection was very nice and reasonably priced. We started with the crab and corn dip which was delicious. I enjoyed Cajun Shrimp served with garlic grits and some of the best collard greens ever. My husband had linguine with a delicious clam sauce. Be sure to save room for dessert, their Pecan Waffle Bread Pudding with Bourbon sauce was fabulous. All this and friendly ambience and service, you just can't go wrong.
(5)T.J. C.
I reserved a spot and mentioned it was our anniversary. The hostess seated us and then returned with two glasses of champagne and wished us a happy anniversary. Details matter! The food was excellent--won't get too deep there but we went away very satisfied. The chef also came out later in the meal and offered to provide dessert on the house to celebrate our anniversary as well. We were stuffed so didn't take her up on it, but... details matter! We sat out on the patio out back and enjoyed the thoughtful selection of coordinated colors and other touches to the ambiance. Can't recommend enough for a romantic date with fair prices for the quality and an attentive, detail-oriented management.
(5)Craig R.
My wife and I had a get away day without our kids in Santa Fe. We saw the reviews for this place and made a 6:00 reservation on a Saturday. We did not need a reservation as it was completely empty. Once diners started rolling in, we realized we were in the minority. We are in our mid-forties and every other diner that entered over the next two hours could have been our parents, or even grandparents! One of the servers said that seniors is their clientele - I understand why they would go there, but I don't understand why everyone else doesn't. As others have described, the wine list was unique and incredibly helpful. It is divided up by price: "Whites in the $20s", "Reds in the $30s", etc. We asked our server which of the Red Zins in the $30s she would recommend and she hit a home run! We had the cheese and meat plate - it was fantastic. There were cheeses we had never tried before. And it came with with a head of roasted garlic to spread on some bread. Wow! The crab cakes were very good, as was the slaw and sweet potato fries that came with it. Desserts were very good. The trifle - which we would not have ordered if it were not for our server - was a great surprise. She guaranteed it would be good and even offered to pay for it if we did not like it! The flour less cake was also top notch. Finally, the service was impeccable. Anda seems almost too young to have the knowledge base to guide us throughout the menu and wine list, but she is an old soul that knew the menu inside and out. She made us love this restaurant!
(5)Rick M.
My lamb chops were perfectly cooked to order. Wife had salmon she raved about. Appetizers were assorted bruschetta. The ham, cheese, and strawberry jam was wonderful as was the Brie. Service attentive and gracious. Wine selections extensive and reasonably priced. A great find !
(5)Bike Chaplain O.
Warm smiling greetings met us as we arrived for lunch. From the owner chef to her compadres, all were wonderful. We sat overlooking a beautiful flower garden. The food of bloody mary steak salad and asparagus ravioli was perfectly cooked, seasoned and most delicious. We enjoyed champagne and very reasonably priced, good wine (Malbec). We highly recommend this excellent restaurant. Thanks for reading. The Bike Chaplain
(5)Cathy M.
We enjoyed our dinner here but I can't say what all 4 (!) of us ordered exemplified their unique art of cooking. Simply the Best is a simple spinach salad with a salmon filet on top. It was great, perfectly cooked, and the vinaigrette was delicious. The bruschetta, even though they were heavily featured on the menu, were so-so. Or maybe I just wasn't in the mood for them ... the bread was not toasted as expected and therefore not crunchy ... more like mini-deepdish-pizzas ... so I guess it's a good thing to have on a wine bar menu ... good appetizer to soak up the alcohol. Yes, we will return and yes, we recommend. The owner introduced herself just as we were leaving which we appreciated. Darling, new little restaurant which aims to please. Give it a try!
(4)Kathy G.
Went in for a late lunch. Place was quiet but the staff was fantastic and oh so friendly . Great with helping you choose a wine and willing to open any bottle to let you taste first . Did I mention $6 glass before 6pm? Awesome. Had the French onion soup (yum) and the Bloody Mary steak salad ( fabulous). Had a nice conversation with everyone there and can't wait to go back.
(4)Kelly V.
Recommended by a gentleman at the O'Keeffe museum, we popped in here for a bit before our tour. Super cute bistro with a lovely unpretentious vibe. The wine flights were tasty and interesting. The artichoke cheese dip was delightful (and I generally do not care for artichokes). My veggie panini was delicious and the mushroom soup was also fabulous. I was a bit disappointed that we didn't have room for dessert but perhaps next time.
(5)Andrea R.
This is my go-to lunch and happy hour spot. I love bringing people to sample all menu items. I've been here around 5x, and tried something different each time and everything is delicious!!
(5)Jake R.
Great food and exceptional service.
(5)Michael G.
We were passing through Santa Fe and the very helpful lady at the desk at our hotel recommended that we stop here. Great recommendation. B & I stopped for lunch and had soup and the mezze plate of a variety of salads and spreads. The french onion soup B had was among the best that she'd ever had and I had their portobello mushroom bisque was equally good. These with the accompaniment of the mezze plate and a couple of glasses of wine made for a perfect lunch. The decor/ambiance of the place is fantastic and the service was attentive & knowlegable as well.
(5)Xo D.
Impeccable service, romantic courtyard, great wine, good prices and the French Silk Pie is, in itself, worth a visit.
(5)Elizabeth G.
A perfect, cozy and unpretentious little place (but with a kind of artistic vibe) with a wonderful wine selection - great by the glass choices - and a knowledgeable staff if you want a little help. Prices are reasonable. The most expensive bottles were all under $50 and they had a lot in the $30 range. The food is creative but not precious and everything we had was excellent. The onion soup with its thick layer of cheese was extremely yummy, and you can get everything from excellent cheese plates and appetizer type dishes to more entree-like larger plates (grouper and chips, for example). Their house made potato chips are a treat. I recommend this highly as a place for a really comfortable yet creative food experience and of course wine lovers will be really happy with it. Make reservations if you want to go in the evening.
(5)Jim K.
Visiting in Santa Fe, we actively looked at Yelp reviews. We were quite excited to find TerraCotta with great reviews on the outskirts of the downtown area. Their wine list was more extensive than any other business we visited in Santa Fe. And, to make it more impressive, the bottles were some of the most reasonably priced we had seen in quite some time. And, as a bonus, any wine by the glass is $6 before 6:00 pm. Our waitperson, Theresa, was outstanding. She was funny, honest, and very entertaining. We would go back just to engage with Theresa again! We were there for lunch. While salmon cooked on a plank with mustard and brown sugar topping was extremely attractive, we went for the smoked turkey and the chicken breast sandwich. I ordered the cup of french onion soup after reading yelp reviews. It lived up to its reputation. It was exceptional. The sandwiches were great, we couldn't even finish them so Theresa bundled them up with a rubber band on the container "as insurance". We cannot stress how nice the wine list was. I ordered a glass of red zin, which the owner came out and said she only had about a half of glass left. She offered to give it to me for free and to open up any other bottle of red zin for another glass, even if they didn't offer that wine by the glass. That's something you just don't see very often from a restaurant. The entrees were reasonably priced and we will definitely come back the next time we are in Santa Fe. We ate on the front porch and they also had an outdoor patio in back.
(5)Shauna L.
Our stay in Santa Fe was defined as one of our top vacations after eating out at Terra Cotta. The warm welcome as we entered followed by our amazing wine flight ,the onion soup, casa salad and finally the bruschetta....created an amazing experience. Thank you as we most definitely will return.
(5)Sandie T.
Lovely French cuisine with a wonderful owner and staff. The service was great and friendly. Loved the ambiance, duck confit and flank steak. Extensive and reasonably priced wine list. A great change of pace from the usual local cuisine
(5)Steve W.
A great find! Near the plaza but off the beaten path. Great staff. Great food, and Great prices. Oysters Rockefeller for $12, and they were great! The Lump Crab Cakes were extraordinary. Wonderful wine lists, all pours were $6 before 6pm. Whether tourist or local, make this a must stop. Staff attentive and very personable.
(5)Mark V.
They are batting .400 and the ball season is over...! The French onion soup is as good as it gets. Desserts here are phenomenal. Wine list is extensive. - The flounder was lightly sauteed, great flavor, string beans to rave about. (I don't usually rave about the veg.) - The berry tarts are orgasmic. - We found a Cote de Rhone that drove us to Susan's the next day to buy more. The service is prompt, attentive without being intrusive.
(5)Gregg P.
This bistro does EVERYTHING right. The wine, food and setting are all exceptional. The warm staff really make this place special. We showed up early, and were graciously provided a complimentary glass of wine just because. Now that is extraordinary hospitality.
(5)Suzanne S.
We just ducked in here for a glass of wine late afternoon. What a magnificent surprise!! The wine list and the somalier are amazing. We weren't hungry but could not resist a few of the bruschetta. SOOO glad we did. They were utterly amazing - not like any bruschetta you've ever had before. This place is a total gem - we regretted we had made other plans for dinner but we'll be back!
(5)Amy H.
We had a wonderful dinner here while on a road trip though New Mexico. The staff is dedicated and friendly. Make sure to try the bruchetta and the port flight
(5)Terri W.
Great wine list and fabulous food. We were in Santa Fe for only two days and ate here for lunch on the recommendation of our hotel. It was so good that we came again for dinner the next day. The staff is very professional and the atmosphere is really nice. Would definitely come here again.
(5)R L.
Had salmon for appetizers, beef and pork ternderloin for entrees with wonderful fresh and organic vegetables all a New Mexico twist, unfortunately without the NM punch of the green/red chile's we had made it our quest to have with all our meals while on our NM trip. The staff's attentiveness and generosity made up for all of that. Thank you for a great experience only steps from our casita.
(4)Ahna B.
My parents have been raving about this restaurant and we finally tried it. My fiance split the bruschetta sampler, french onion soup, and lamb chops. My parents ordered the salad, chicken pot pie and braised short ribs. Everything was delicious! The french onion soup and the chicken pot pie were my favorite. The one disclaimer is that the chicken pot pie is more a deconstructed chicken pot pie as the puff pastry was placed on top and not covering the dish. The lamb was cooked a little rare of me, so I sent it back. They quickly put it back on the grill and it was great afterwards. The portions are really big so try and moderate yourself. Looking forward to our next dinner!
(5)Madi M.
Miserly tapas; glacial service, entrée like a TV dinner. How this place gets rave reviews beats me. The bar ?
(2)Casey C.
Our waitress didn't like us. We were slow, ignorant and annoying. The food did not balance the drama. Not returning. They won't miss us.
(1)Brett S.
French onion soup had too much thyme and herbs. Entrees were not great. Service was fantastic though.
(2)Amanda G.
Only had wine and desert but delicious and wonderful. Wait staff was wonderful. Can't wait to visit again for dinner.
(5)L H.
Great place. Excellent service, the food was amazing - perfectly grilled salmon for the salad and the choice of wines? Pages long. Get here before 6pm for their $6 glasses. Perfect. Lots of dairy free options.
(4)Terri W.
A night to remember. Our small group, sister, husband and I, ended up at TerraCotta Wine Bistro after paging through many different reviews of many different restaurants. We were looking for something interesting, fun, not too heavy and something that wouldn't break the bank. Well we hit the mark. What a great atmosphere with lovely, delicious and thoughtful cuisine and wine to match. The owners are wonderful people who obviously enjoy life and creating a wonderful atmosphere for people to enjoy. We will be coming back to Santa Fe and we will be coming back to TerraCotta Wine Bistro. Maybe next time will be in the summer so our Mazzy dog can enjoy their wonderful patio tables. Thank you.
(5)Anne R.
Tell all your friends to eat here. One of the best and reasonable in Santa Fe. Awesome food from the salmon, flank steak, bloody Mary steak salad and the onion rings are to die for. Service is extremely good, chef is unbelievable. Our table of 5 women each thought the food was wonderful. The chef is a hoot and ready to please. I will return!!!
(5)Katy S.
This was our favorite meal in Santa Fe. The service is exceptional (everyone is so friendly and helpful) and the back patio is very charming. It's a bit off the beaten path so it's much quieter than other places, but busy enough to give the place a good buzz. The salmon was delicious, but the BLT bruschetta was to die for. I had read other reviews about how good it was, but didn't think I would be able to eat any... luckily, they had gluten-free bread that was delicious. There were several other gluten-free options, too. Overall, a great place to go if you have any allergies... or if you are just looking for a delicious meal in a cozy setting.
(5)Nancy T.
Run, do not walk to TerraCotta!! It won't be more than 5 minutes and you won't be able to get in!! Had such an awesome late lunch on Christmas Eve-with Shelly at the bar-that we decided this was where we had to have Christmas dinner! Both times we were blown away by the food, the wine, and the lovely ladies who do everything seamlessly. On Christmas Eve we chose a beautiful and large cheese platter plus onion rings that we're still talking about. We had numerous glasses of different wines all by the glass after having a sample. On Christmas, my husband had dover sole stuffed with crabmeat and I had prime rib roast. Both dishes were done to perfection, the veggies were perfectly cooked and we were not rushed out, as some restaurants do to get more people in.
(5)John G.
Fabulous food. The spaghetti squash Alfredo was spectacular. The chef was able to work around our gluten free diet with ease. The cedar plank salmons was the best I've tasted. Again, the sides were simply substituted to accommodate our special diet. The chef was able to provide a gluten free bruschetta first course rivaling any bruschetta I've experienced. Beginning at the door, the greeting, the service and food, all exceeded my expectations. Open for only eleven weeks, good luck, continue to treat your customers as guests, provide great food and service, your success is guaranteed.
(5)Ben T.
Great meal, great value. Modern Italian--traditional dishes with a twist, and every ingredient prepared perfectly. The mezze plate was fantastic--a thoughtful mixture of textures, colors, and flavors. The entrees were excellent, and the dessert (we have had the carrot cake and the chocolate chip cookie) were incredible. Excellent service. Full marks.
(5)Michael K.
Try the rose wines they're the new pinot noirs!
(4)Linda A.
I have eaten at TerraCotta several times now and all I can say is that the place is awesome! The food, the wine and the service are all excellent and it's very affordable. This is a great new location for lunch, dinner or just meeting friends for a glass of wine (or beer) in the afternoon.
(5)Ryan M.
Ate here on a Tuesday night during a trip through New Mexico. After walking by several other restaurants which looked to have long waits, we were surprised to find that TerraCotta was so quiet. Apparently the buzz hasn't made its way to this place yet (it's fairly new), but it should. All the food was excellent and extremely affordable. The entrees come in two portion sizes: large (around $20) small (around $15). I ordered the small portion of the steak, which was perfectly cooked, and more than satisfying. We also shared a decent bottle of wine (about $30). The waiter was also extremely friendly and gave us some useful travel tips. Do yourself a favor and eat here. The food, wine, and overall experience are just as good as (or better than) any really nice restaurant. The only difference is you pay about 2/3 of the price. Also a good break from ubiquitous New Mexican green chile (which is awesome but angers your stomach after the 3rd or 4th consecutive meal into which it is incorporated).
(5)Arlene S.
WOW! What an amazing dining experience. Great ambiance, fabulous food and wonderful service all for reasonable prices and ample servings. We shared the charcuterie plate as an appetizer, and it was more than enough for both of us. The menu is diverse and changes often, so you're never bored...and best of all, they offer a small and a large option, so there's always room for dessert (and Catherine's carrot cake is to die for). Definitely a welcoming place for Santa Fe locals - actually designed with us in mind - ain't that novel! A great place for tourists, too. You feel like you just stepped into someone's home for good conversation and great food. TerraCotta has become one of our "haunts."
(5)J S.
Had other dinner plans this evening so just had a few glasses of wine in the afternoon. Friendly and very knowledgeable staff about wine and great prices. Menu did look interesting and looking forward to trying next time in Santa Fe.
(5)Mike E.
My wife and I stopped by on a couple of occasions during a recent visit and had a great experience. I had a brisket flatbread that was excellent and my wife had the Catherine's chicken salad which was also very good. We started with an olive tray that had a lot of great tasting olives for a very reasonable price ($6). Combined with some very good wine and nice people it is place I would highly recommend.
(5)Miro C.
Just finished dinner and all four meals were delicious. Nice ambience, awesome deserts and a great choice of wine.
(5)Hope W.
Ok. Loved. Loved. Loved this place!! I booked this restaurant because it was close to our hotel, had great reviews on Yelp and Trip advisor, and was also close to the NM History museum (which is free on Fridays after 5). However, be prepared for an amazing and extensive wine list, incredible food (they even have an optional prix fix menu), knowledgable wait staff and the total cuteness of this place! You would think that all these positives would add up to one big negative -- a very expensive meal--but they don't! My son had the steak, my husband the brisket and me, a plate of four pick your own bruschetta. Everything was cooked perfectly, the portion sizes were ideal and the food was amazing. My husband and I also split a bottle of server recommended Rose'. This was one of the least expensive yet most amazing meals we had in Santa Fe.
(5)M B.
Great wine selection, nice atmosphere. Food was disappointing. I have read great things about the food at this place but was not excited though my dining partner was somewhat pleased. I had the ravioli it was bland and didn't seem like fresh pasta. You can tell when it's been refrigerated. And the vegetables were drenched in oil. Yuck! The dessert was a chocolate cake which kind of tasted like an easy bake oven creation. I didn't finish it. Dry, and not inventive. I know this place can be better with all these great reviews but I was not excited....still searching for my favorite spot to eat here.... I'd return to sit outside and drink some wine....good atmosphere, great service...food...meh!
(3)David A.
Beautiful setting in the heart of Santa Fe. Restaurant is very welcoming and has an array of beautiful colors. For a nice Santa Fe restaurant prices are within the normal range. Why it's not a 4 or 5 - I ordered the pre-fixe $30 dinner. Seared ahi was great, with a nice mix of flavors for the pallet. The menu makes makes no mention of a increase in price if you order the tuna - I asked about changing my soup selection and was told it was a $2 up charge. The pre-fixe menu is very deceiving - it's not the money that bothers as much as it is being misguided by the $30 menu and misinformed by the waitress. The resulting misguide resulted in $8 extra dollars in open food charges. The description of such on the receipt made me feel like the waitress just made it up, and was $3 off the up charge for soup. If that were it, I could've still made it away with giving a 4th star. I got the key lime pie for dessert, which truly should be the icing on the cake after dinner. It was horrible! Worst key lime that I've had in years. The Keylime portion of the pie was hard, old, and over refrigerated, making for an unfortunate ending to the meal. The crust was bland and also dated, so it took away from a meal that you otherwise would state that the chef takes great pride in her work. She clearly doesn't do the pie. Sorry for the review but on top of being misinformed, charged extra, and bad dessert it kind of left me in a foul mood.
(3)Cornelious A.
Nice little place to have dinner in Santa Fe. Spoke to the owner over the phone (Linda) before arrival and what a sweet lady she is. The food was great and service was fast. I would return for future business.
(4)Michael L.
This is our 1st meal in Santa Fe and it was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend and I love wine bars and is always on the hunt for that perfect combination of wine, cheese platter and Burrata salad. This wine bar is pristine and perfectly decorative. We were seated in the garden and on this fine Friday afternoon that was a good call. The table designs, floral centerpiece and garden plants lent the look and feel of being in a friend's comfortable backyard. We are thoroughly impressed with this set up..
(5)Alex D.
Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was great and the wine selection was vast. We really enjoyed the picnic appetizer, the flank steak and the bbq ribs, but the strawberry shortcake dessert was probably the best item.
(5)Bob E.
Amazing hidden place. On a quiet street. Food was excellent. Had the meat and cheese platter. Big enough to share with 3-4 people. Lots of selection. Excellent quality. Great value. Also had the flank steak. Super flavor. Roasted potato and veggies were yummy.
(5)Susan V.
Fun southern style in Santa Fe. Everything we had was good...fried chicken, salmon, crab cakes. Dessert was really good...key lime pie and carrot cake for the table...great to split between 4. If you want a drink from the bar plan to go for one beforehand or go somewhere else afterwards...only wine here.
(4)Cyndi J.
One of the most amazing restaurant experiences we've had yet! The service here is gracious. And the chef came out to talk to us a few times. Chef Cathi is awesome! She made our dinner awesome. She talked to us about the food, she joked around with us. Her cooking stands on its own, but it always makes me happy when the chef comes out to talk to me. We had the clam chowder, which clearly had fresh clams and fresh vegetables. This is a little thing, but the vegetables were cut like a real chef would cut them. On to our entrees - we both had steak, sourced from New Mexico farms. I had the tenderloin, and it was quite possibly the most tender and flavorful I've ever had. It was sauced perfectly with a mushroom demi-glace. I ate almost the entire large piece! My husband had the flatiron steak, and it, too, was uncharacteristically tender. We decided to skip dessert and have more wine. We were going to hang out in the bar to free up a table, but our server told us we were fine to stay at our table, as they had seated all their reservations and no one else was waiting. This is a truly elegant dining experience. The atmosphere is cozy and rustic, lovely and inviting.
(5)Kevin A.
Great staff, good with the huge wine list, food was incredible and great assortment of $6 wines for happy hour. We caught the tail end of happy hour and had great 20th anniversary dinner. The bruschetta was perfect (fig and traditional), sea bass, and more wine all stellar.
(5)Jessica P.
Been visiting in Santa Fe and had already eaten dinner, so stopped here for a little night cap. The place was so quaint and charming! The wine list is superior and the staff is very kind and knowledgable. Had an excellent experience. Will definitely return if I ever come back to Santa Fe.
(5)Maria T.
Absolutely delicious! Excellent menu & wine selection,excellent service and beautiful place! Visiting Santa Fe for the night, here from New York. Highly recommend!
(5)Steven M.
Plank salmon with mustard sauce was to die for. Reviews led me here and the food did not disappoint. Watermelon salad was also incredible.
(5)Amanda R.
I took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner with the intention of going all out. Everything we tried was wonderful... Glasses of white wine with our burrata salad appetizer, red wine flights with our entrees of sensational beef brisket (seriously, my bf was beside himself with joy while eating this plate of food) and delicious flank steak (marinated in coke and bourbon = nomnom!), and lastly a shared glass of bubbly with our desserts of carrot cake and key lime pie. Every single item that appeared on our table was beautifully presented and boasted rich, well-balanced flavors. Our server was lovely and gave my man a little of the brisket BBQ sauce to take home as a birthday present. She was also very helpful when it was time to select wine off the extensive menu! The atmosphere is nice, especially in the outdoor patio, though parking can be a bit tricky. Highly recommend! A refreshing hidden gem in a sea of Mexican restaurants! We can't wait to go back!
(5)Rory M.
Had lots of choice when it came to wine and the service was great with lots of recommendations. I didn't try any of the main courses but had a great experience with the wine and a mazza plate.
(5)Matt Y.
8/30/14 Dinner Terra Cotta was the perfect place to start off our trip to Santa Fe. The dinner was our first meal and it was just fabulous. We sat in the colorful patio in the back of the 19th century adobe house. The staff was very friendly and accommodating the minute we walked through the door. They told us to pick a our favorite table. It was a hot day and we just wanted something light while we wind down, rest, and chat. Over our cocktails and wine, we noshed over the Warm Crab & Corn Dip with house-made potato chips ($14). It was just tasty. Catherine's Chicken Salad ($14) is really a chicken chunk salad tossed with grapes and tarragon, sprinkled with roasted almonds on a bed of greens. It's exactly what I wanted after a day of travel. It was light but not compromising in taste. Grilled Shrimps Salad ($16) has a somewhat Mediteranean flavor to it. It's a mixed green salad with olives in a blood orange dressing. We also shared a the "Not to be Shared" Onion Ring ($6) over the meal. They have quite an extensive menu, from salmon, flank steak salad, fried chicken, to tenderloin of beef. There's something for everyone. The chef came out and greeted the guests. She was very nice and funny, chitchatting with us about the food, Santa Fe, and her trips to Hong Kong (my hometown). Terra Cotta is really a jewel in the Santa Fe dining scene. It's not right in Old Town but close enough. It's right by the Georgia O'Keffe Museum. Plenty of parking on nearby side streets.
(4)Cristi F.
What a wonderful place! If you want a local flavor of Santa Fe with a beautiful atmosphere this is the place for you!! The place is surrounding by beautiful flowers that in it you in! There was a guitarist playing the night we arrived! What a wonderful atmosphere. And the food was wonderful!!!! I highly recommend the Sea Bass. Not mention their extensive wine list. You will night be disappointed. The owners are wonderful as well and very personable! It was a great way to spend our last night in Santa Fe!
(5)Rick Y.
I have been visiting Santa Fe - going on my third week now- and have been to TC twice now. First stop was for a late lunch after the O'Keefe Museum, second time fully intentional. I have to say that whether you stop in for a fast bite or a full meal, this little bistro is sure to impress you. My wife an I have sampled quite a bit from all sections of the menu, apps to specials, all tasty, exceptionally well prepared by the master chef, and presented as befitting a fine meal. (Especially loved the planked salmon). The wine list is extensive and their "before six" offer is quite generous. Any label on the wine list priced $11 or under is a flat $6 before 6pm. I noticed many excellent labels and one of my all time favorites - "Petit Petit". I wished it was in my home zip code, but will have to settle for great memories of the meals we had here. I also must mention that on both of our visits t,hat the wait staff has been exceptionally courteous, helpful and has treated us (strangers) as if we were old friends. Doesn't get any better.
(5)Martin H.
Great service ,inventive menu ! reasonably priced wine list..Locally sourced food...
(5)Leah O.
Had an amazing meal here!! The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about the food and wine menu! Had the flank steak and the olive oil carrot cake, both were wonderful and the steak was cooked to perfection!
(5)Joan M.
This was a stop on a walking tour to four restaurants. The menu looked really interesting, and they apparently have an exceptional wine selection, but the tasting provided was pitiful-- a bowl with three onion rings for two of us to share; not even a full order. True, it was probably the best onion ring I've had, and we were offered more wine, but based on our total cost, we paid $40 for two glasses of wine and three onion rings, to be shared between the two of us. The menu may look good, but this wasn't the restaurant we chose for our next dinner.
(2)Casey C.
I will start to say the service was wonderful. They were so helpful and kind. But as far as the food, I don't know. Maybe we ordered the wrong things. We split the crab cakes and I really didn't like them at all. They tasted pre made and fishy. My husband lived in Boston and he really wasn't a fan at all. We did get some onion rings and those were tasty. Again, maybe we should have tried something else. I would give them another chance for their hospitality alone.
(3)Tamra H.
Wonderful dinner.extensive wine list but our server was very helpful with our selection. I love restaurants where to owner/chef come around to mingle with the guests and she did. Our food was delicious and the service was great.
(5)Mark F.
Our last night in Santa Fe. So many great places to eat... We enjoyed a wonderful meal on a quiet weeknight with a steady flow of diners but not super busy. The appetizer dish, PEI mussels were fantastic, as were out entrees. Great service and a cozy ambiance have this on my list of places to eat next time we're in town.
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