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Coyote Cafe
Coyote Cafe continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant, feted by critics and return visitors alike. We are celebrating our 25th year! Joining Coyote Cafe as Executive Chef/Owner is world renowned chef Eric Distefano (also of Geronimo) Chef DiStefano brings with him his contemporary global style of cooking that has French Asian influences accompanied with Coyote Cafe's known Southwestern Style. Must-have dishes include Griddled Buttermilk Corn Cakes with Chipotle Prawns and the legendary grilled 24 ounce "Cowboy Cut" Dry Aged Rib eye. Distefano brings along his signature dish, Peppery Elk Tenderloin, a definite favorite! Try the Miso Crusted Sea Bass, Jalapeno Beef Tartare and Five Spice Rotisserie Rock Hen with Green Chile "Mac 'n Cheese". An Award Winning Wine List is complemented by a full bar which includes unique signature cocktails. During Summer Our Rooftop Cantina serves New Mexican specialties and cocktails in a casual outdoor rooftop setting
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122 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 122 reviews
5 stars
(63)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(86)
- special occasion(73)
- notable wine list(47)
- romantic(43)
- hot spot(33)
- good for groups(23)
Coyote Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This Coyote is a bit of a dog
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ate at Coyote Cafe based on the recommendations on OpenTable. We ended up terribly disappointed from end to end. The service was terrible (grouchy server), the atmosphere sour and the food overpriced, under-portioned. Why this place continues to stay in business I have no idea. I had the elk, the decomposed Caesar salad. My husband had the mac and cheese, onion strings, atomic salad. There were 4 tiny pieces of elk tenderloin on top of mashed potatoes with bacon. The bacon was not necessary and overwhelmed the potatoes. The elk, while tender, had little flavor. The Caesar had wilted lettuce that was warm and not at all crisp. The atomic salad was delicious, as was the mac and cheese. Would I eat here again? Never."
Dined on 5/20/2013
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Review 2 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had not been to Coyote in several years so was excited to go, but my friend and I were underwhelmed with our food. Caesar salad was not remotely like a Caesar and Ahi Tuna appetizer was a mess of too many flavors and too much sauce. Rock hen good but nothing special. Service very nice however and we enjoyed our evening. Not a bad meal, just disappointing."
Dined on 5/19/2013
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Review 3 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We'd been to the Coyote Cafe several times in the past. This May was our first visit in about a year - what a huge disappointment. While the ambience and service are still good - the food was not. 4 or the 5 appetizers were plain old salads - and the entres were nothing special - not prepared in anyway that was creative or interesting. Frankly speaking: the menu was on par with what you would find at any chain restaurant - but at twice the price. The Coyote used to be one of our favorite places, their appetizers in particular were always a treat - we won't be going back there - and can't recommend it."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 4 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Portions were small for the price and flavors unremarkable. The servers were extremely courteous and friendly, but this did not make up average quality. Friends tell us the restaurant used to be first rate and superior under former ownership."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 5 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lives up to reputation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While passing through Santa Fe, we chose Coyote Cafe for dinner based on the reviews on the Open Table site. We were extremely pleased with the choice. Very efficient, very professional service and the food scores high on both preparation and presentation. My wife had the Berkshire pork osso bucco which was fork tender and braised to perfection. I had the mesquite grilled salmon, which was also done to perfection. My only minor quibble is with the Boursin raviolis accompanying the salmon, which were a bit tough. The desserts - chocolate mousse cake with raspberry sorbet and caramelized banana creme pie with cappuccino ice cream were outstanding. Finally, the ambience was great."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An Evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The dining area is light, impressive, spacious, giving a feeling of a relaxed private dining experience. We were able to have a one on one evening without being forced to lessen to uninvited conversations. The professional staff knows how to provide positive a memorable evening. The presentation of The Famous Cowboy Cut and “Chef’s” Famous Tellicherry Pepper Elk Tenderloin afford rich desirable qualities of mental nourishment and the taste. The taste of succulent, juicy, moist, luscious, rich, lush, mellow, mouthwatering were not lost with a finish of Banana Crème Pie and Lemon Berry Crème Brulee. Thank you for a very special evening."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Santa Fe Classic -- Mixed Resullts
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As a first time visitor, I had to try this SF classic. It's a great dining room featuring a large open kitchen with plenty of bar style seating to watch the action. The staff was very friendly and attentive without being oppressive, just how you'd like it. The food overall was good to very good. The whole table was pleased, and my steak was excellent and perfectly cooked. Stay away from the Caesar salad though! It had an inventive presentation, but an over powering taste of anchovies. The wine list also needs expanding -- one jumps from a limited selection in the $50-100 range to $200-400+ quickly."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 8 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You're crazy if you don't eat here.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My girlfriend and I came to Coyote Cafe on a recent trip to Santa Fe. We'd read great reviews, and it certainly lived up to and exceeded our expectations. Our server, Zach, was outstanding. He was knowledegable, personable, and friendly without being obtrusive to our experience. The wine list offers an excellent selection of different varietals, and the dinner menu items are excellent to match. The lobster bisque is off the charts! We were celebrating a special occasion and although we didn't tell Zach that, he treated us like we were important to him. He brought us a phenomenal desert, the white chocolate strawberry parfait, which is to this day the best dessert I have ever eaten. Do NOT miss this place!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mixed feelings
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We visited the place some years ago and were very satisfiet. It seams they lost a little bit of the quality. Ceasers Salad tasted good but seamed prepepared and therefore the lettuce was not crispy. The Raviolis couldn't please us while the polenta was just wonderful. choice of dessert not very attractive if your not into white chocolate."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wisely Coyote
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Choosing a restaurant in Santa Fe is difficult because of the variety and quality of the options, but we took a look at the choices and wisely selected the Coyote Cafe. The staff was excellent and the food sophisticated and tasteful. We would definitely recommend. It lives up its reputation."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 11 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was absolutely amazing! Do not miss the elk or the prawns- delicious! This restaurant is a true gem. Great service and obviously top notch food. We were in Santa Fe for a quick weekend getaway and will definitely return to Coyote Cafe the next time we visit."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 12 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Foodie Heaven
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had Foie Gras for first time and I must say it was Spectacular with the Perfect Scallop!! It was our anniversary and we got complimentary Champagne.. very sweet touch! The speed of the service was right on. We did have an early dinner so it was completely emply in the restaurant but that just meant more attention for us :-) The bread basket was so good."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 13 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was outstanding, 3 at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was outstanding, 3 at the table had Pork Osso Bocco which just melted off the bone and one had the Filet Mignon cooked too perfection."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful. I had read about
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful. I had read about this spot years ago in a gourmet food magazine and thought the food and the experience was to be had. Planning our trip to Santa Fe reminded me of the spot to eat. The staff was friendly, happy and smiling. This is someething that you don't see often. People seem to be enjoying themselves and sharing food items which lots of restaurants don't seem to appreciate.
My husband had the elk which he loved and I had the filet and it was tender and cooked to perfection. The surprises were an offering of the lobster soup and finished with a wonderful dessert.
We would hightly reccommend Coyote Cafe to enjoy food at its finest.
Alison and Bryan
Toronto, Ontario, Canada"
Toronto, Ontario, Canada"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent flavors coupled
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent flavors coupled with a very attractive
presentation. The waiter was helpful and knowledgable
about menu and wine. Definitely will return."
presentation. The waiter was helpful and knowledgable
about menu and wine. Definitely will return."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 16 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent variety of offerings,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent variety of offerings, unusual and attractive entrees, outstanding presentation and superlative quality. We will return!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 17 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Don't rush us!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although this is a top notch restaurant with quality food and ambience, while dining there I felt that the staff had been instructed to hustle people out the door quickly and efficiently. Waiters were too quick to bring us food initially, and then seemed to keep checking up on us to determine if we had finished a course so that they could remove the dishes and bring on the next. In fact, my dining partner and I took to pretending that we were still eating every time they passed by, or when they glanced over at us, so we would not be finished the entire meal in 45 minutes flat!
This is the kind of restaurant where customers want to savor the food and enjoy the presentation and ambience."
This is the kind of restaurant where customers want to savor the food and enjoy the presentation and ambience."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 18 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Do not miss this dining opportunity
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Superb service, excellent food, and a wonderful dining experience."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 19 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had Easter dinner here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We had Easter dinner here and the food was outstanding, scallops with foie gras, elk, mesquite lobster tails! Not to be missed when you are in Santa Fe."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second verse as great as the first!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second visit to Coyote Cafe, and the team delivered a marvelous dining experience. We were treated to a lovely corner table with a view of the entire restaurant. Our server was knowledgable, polite, efficient, friendly...in short, Zach was the perfect sever. The food was expertly prepared and true to the description. Portions are generous and the tastes and textures were wonderful! The was the perfect start to our Santa Fe holiday...we cannot wait to return!"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Coyote Cafe was the perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Coyote Cafe was the perfect place to celebrate our 4th anniversary."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
FROM START TO FINISH OUR TASTE
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"FROM START TO FINISH OUR TASTE BUDS WERE ON OVERLOAD. LEFT DELIGHTFULLY FULL."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Super nice waitstaff. But
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Super nice waitstaff. But the food is basically just good (and expensive). My adventurous eater 8 YO son and I had very nice tuna sashimi; a cool-sounding twist on caesar salad (with radishes and horseradish) that turned out to be quite blah; spicy prawns and jasmine rice cakes - prawns not that spicy, straight out of the 80's vertical presentation, with gummy rice cakes; and boursin ravioli with two sauces which they let my son order notwithstanding that it was listed as a component of the prix fixe only. He liked the ravioli."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Same chef/owner as Geronimo.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Same chef/owner as Geronimo. Food was great. Big windows let in lots of light. The music being played and the t-shirt- & sneaker-wearing guests give it a club/lounge feel, which may be a nice alternative to Geronimo (although some folks might find that all to be a bit downmarket). Service was attentive but not intrusive. Only complaint would be that the cheese course was sized for 2-3 people, when it was clear it was only being ordered for one."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 25 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A top end restaurant in all
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"A top end restaurant in all ways."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 26 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food, stale ambiance
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always food was superb. However the restaurant really needs to be refreshed. It has not changed in at least 15 years. It no longer feels "modern or hip". They do very well. Its time for them to put some cash back in."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was outstanding as
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was outstanding as was the food I enjoyed the most tender prime rib short ribs of my entire life. Pricey but worth it."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Every thing was done to perfection.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Every thing was done to perfection. Would recommend to all. We love fine dinning and this was by far a top of the line place. My only complaint was the music. It seems most restaurants play music for the employee and not the clients. Music when enjoying fine dinning should be back ground music and not hard, loud rap, and boistorous. Sorry, I hate turn over music for fine dinning. Service was great and would recommend to any one that enjoys good, scruptious food."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 29 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed a great dinner....elk
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed a great dinner....elk was perfect for the carnivores in the romp and mushroom strudel a hit with the vegetarian contingent. Excellent and attentive service from our waiter Carlos....We went on a weeknight which was pleasant....not so jammed as on the weekend or in summer months."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 30 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Santa Fe's best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Used to be my favorite, and after 14 years it still is !"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 31 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Since the late 1980's we've
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Since the late 1980's we've gone to the Coyote Cafe every time that we've been in Santa Fe which is once or twice per year. It is by far the most consistent restaurant that we visit for food quality and service. They never disappoint. This time, I had the filet and my good bud, had the elk. They were both cooked to incredible perfection. The wine pairings were very good. This tradition will most certainly continue!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 32 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The CC serves up awesome and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The CC serves up awesome and creative cuisine in a classy, contemporary atmosphere ... a bit pricy, but well worth it!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Drove from Winter Park, FL
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Drove from Winter Park, FL to Tucson and then to Coyote Cafe' for a reserved dinner on Sat.
night. Appreciated a call to confirm our resv. Got there 1/2 hr. early and asked to sit at bar until rsvn. Two people held 4 seats so couldn't sit at bar. Bar eatery said we could not sit there because we weren't ordering food. A long way to go to get turned out!
Something needed to be addressed, but instead we begged for our table early to get a drink
before dinner. Once we explained, we were given a table early. By the way, there were only 2 people at one table at 5:30."
night. Appreciated a call to confirm our resv. Got there 1/2 hr. early and asked to sit at bar until rsvn. Two people held 4 seats so couldn't sit at bar. Bar eatery said we could not sit there because we weren't ordering food. A long way to go to get turned out!
Something needed to be addressed, but instead we begged for our table early to get a drink
before dinner. Once we explained, we were given a table early. By the way, there were only 2 people at one table at 5:30."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
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Review 34 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic as always!!!! Sara
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic as always!!!! Sara Chapman is a true professional and Aaron gave us amazing service and creative cocktails at the bar."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 35 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Restaurant Week Blues strikes again
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a disappointing evening, unfortunately. However, it was a Thursday at 715p during Restaurant Week, and that had much to do with it, I'm sure. I went during the same period last year, but by myself and it was 830. HUGE (positive) difference. This year, waitstaff were too busy, but they did their best to keep up. Service was not poor, just hurried. Lots of hustle and bustle takes away from a nice meal. What made it so disappointing is the elk tenderloin (which I talked up to my guest) was dry, over cooked and had sat too long. I felt terrible because I had raved that last year, Coyote's elk tenderloin converted me from Geronimo's. Waiter offered to take it back and handled very well considering his workload. Not best RW 2013 experience"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 36 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We had chosen Coyote Cafe
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had chosen Coyote Cafe largely for an entree selection on their Restaurant Week menu that they then didn't have, and they didn't add a seafood substitute. I have to say that the elk I ordered was incredibly good and tender, even if it was a tiny portion. But, the pricing seems to be based on better times in the past, and not on the current situation. The one dessert selection was okay, but I expected better than okay. We use Restaurant Week to try out restaurants we haven't gone to for a while, and have to say that this experience will not bring us back."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2009
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Review 37 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was ok; however, for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was ok; however, for the cost, was vastly over-priced. Wait staff conveyed strong sense of superiority to their customers. Stay away."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2010
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Review 38 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Dining Experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed an exceptional dining experience at Cayote Cafe, The cuisine was delicious, yielding complex layers of flavors, from my Crabmeat Blintz salad (with endive, avacado, & toasted pinion), to my Firery Hot & Sweet Prawns with almond sushi rice cake, scallion mint salad, & basil caper aioli. My Wife thoroughly enjoyed the Cowboy Cut Ribeye with chilie onion rings, sweet grilled onions, grilled crimini mushrooms, grilled asparagus, and horseradish rosemary butter (remarking that this was the most delicious, tender steak that she could remember having ever eaten). The service was impeccable, friendly, & attentive. The Vanilla Bean Rhubarb Creme Brûlée dessert was divine."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 39 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great meal, wonderful service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great meal, wonderful service. The tasting menu with wine pairings was superb. My friend went a la carte and also was very pleased. The staff saw fit to bring her a small cup of lobster bisque (wonderful) when my middle course arrived, and she would have had nothing until the main. Very nice touch. And complimentary glasses of orange muscat arrived with my desert, which we shared.
Very professional, superb food, and great service. I will definitely return whenever in Santa Fe."
Very professional, superb food, and great service. I will definitely return whenever in Santa Fe."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good, but trying to be too cheap...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For restaurant week the portions were reduced to be so small as to being ridiculous. Elk was maybe 2 oz, rock hen was 2 tiny legs, dessert was tiny - nobody forces the restaurant to participate, if they choose to do so, they should provide a decent size meal. Particularly for $40 per person. This was just shameful. We brought some friends and their 12 year old walked away hungry! They were trying to be unbelievably cheap. We had to specifically ask for the restaurant week menu since it was not offered and the hostess was surprised we dared to ask. I am not sure we will go back - they have a lot of customers so probably won't miss us, but we won't miss the treatment much, either."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 41 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of Santa Fe's premier
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of Santa Fe's premier restaurants. Beautiful creative decor, delicious food with excellent presentation, gracious efficient service all combine for a delightful dining evening."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 42 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent, however
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent, however the service was rushed making it less than it's usual experience. Probably due to the fact that it was the last night of Restaurant Week."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 43 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tried this once favorite again
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tried this once favorite again during restaurant week. The food was outstanding, the ambience a nice balance between hip and serene. The wait staff was unobtrusively fine, albeit a little swift, with us and extremeely patient and gracious with the incredibly demanding customer next to me. One caveat: the portions for restaurant week (at least my dinner) were downsized to outright skimpy - and I am a petite woman who doesn't eat that much. I understqand that their regular portions are larger and that restaurant week is a bargain for customers, but none of the other restaurants I tried in that period left me feeling I hadn't had a full meal."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 44 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fine meal on the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fine meal on the restaurant week special. Well prepared and excellent flavors."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 45 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This wasn't our first time
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This wasn't our first time at the Coyote Cafe, we have been for special occassions since it is a bit spendy. But since it was restaurant week we decided to treat ourselves. As always the service was good and food tasty. We did think there was a bit too much smoke on the lobster. The big disappointment was the beer selection."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 46 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beyond expectations! Very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beyond expectations! Very delicious."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent, excellent,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent, excellent, excellent, go try it it is a must. We have tried it during restaurant week so it was very busy. Therefore, it is not the most quiet place, but the food compensate for all of it AND the service was still very fast. A must !"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 48 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our second trip to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second trip to Coyote Cafe during Restaurant Week - the food was just as good as last time, but the portions were halved from last year if not more. When considering the menu price the rest of the year, it's still a decent deal, but not as good as it was. Good food, a little noisy, but overall a positive experience."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 49 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went for Santa Fe Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for Santa Fe Restaurant week and were treated very well, as always. The food was fabulous, service wonderful but not overly attentive, and ambience fun. Coyote Cafe is always at the top of my list."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 50 for Coyote Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Have eaten lunch on their
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have eaten lunch on their rooftop several times before trying the restaurant. Restaurant was very good, seems to be a gathering place. Rooftop when open is terrific."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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