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Il Piatto Reviews List

Il Piatto

Located one block north of the historic Santa Fe Plaza, in the heart of the chic Destination Marcy Street district, Il Piatto has been a local favorite since 1996. Boasting an authentic Italian farmhouse décor complete with a custom wine cave, wine bar, private banquet facility and sidewalk patio. A leader and proud participant of Farm to Table, Il Piatto sources its ingredients directly from local farms, dairies and ranches.

Il Piatto offers prix fixe sélections and two daily Happy Hours featuring half price appetizers and glasses of wine. Late night dining seven days a week sets Il Piatto apart, while including classic Italian dishes.

Named top 20 Best New Restaurants by Esquire Magazine, featured in Gourmet, Bon Appetite, Travel & Leisure, Local Flavor, nominated for a James Beard Award and received four stars from the Albuquerque
Journal.
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140 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(140 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 140 reviews
5 stars
(56)
4 stars
(47)
3 stars
(28)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(71)
  • neighborhood gem(58)
  • special occasion(53)
  • romantic(47)
  • notable wine list(32)
  • great for lunch(21)
Il Piatto Reviews List
Review 1 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely the BEST!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"A wonderful long time local favorite here in Santa Fe. Il Piatto serves up wonderful Italian farmhouse foods with the flair of the Chef Matt! Everything is excellent and unique. All the food is fresh, all vegs, etc from the local farmers market and prepared to perfection.
treat yourself! Visit twice during a visit!! Once for dinner, and return another evening for the after 9PM specials.
An excellent location in town for a stroll before or after dinner. There are a few tables outside, and they are an excellent place for a wonderful lunch or coffee!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

friendly servers

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoy Il Piatto for its atmosphere and cozy neighborhood feel. The food is consistently good, and we always leave feeling satisfied."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Italian Cuisine

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you love the true Italian dishes this is the place to find them. Along with excellent service and ambience it is hard to beat Il Piatto. I live locally in Santa Fe and always love to bring visitors from out of town. The restaurant never fails to impress them."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The most atrocious service I can remember in a restaurant. After we finished they attempted rushed us out the door & there were numerous tables available.The food is only fair, so I would not waste my time returning here."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 5 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

overcooked rabbit

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
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"we have been coming here,mainly for lunch for 12 years. this was our lst poor meal. the rabbit was thin and overdone, the
broccoli was crunchy but looked barely green! purple potatoes looked good but were soggy! wines have gotten expensive, especially for lunch!
just not up to your standards!!!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food menu changes

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Il Piatto has always been very good. The menu has many regional specials as well as "old favorites". They add daily specials throughout the year. We have been there several times for lunch but his was the first time for dinner. The noise level can get a little loud as the restaurant fills up.
Our service was great. The 3 course special for both lunch and dinner is probably the best thing going in both Albuquerque and Santa Fe. The quality has not suffered since the expansion over a year ago. Highly recomended.
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Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 7 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Funky scallops

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"My client and I ordered the scallop lunch special and special it was not. The only thing that stood out was the funky smell. I get scallops in the shell can be a bit fishy but these babies were just funky. My guest bit into on and almost lost it right there in front of me. I was so embarrassed to have selected a this spot. I wanted to treat my client to a nice lunch and all we got out of it was a bad taste in our mouths throughout the entire day! Do not select this restaurant if you want to impress!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 8 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fantastic farm to table menu.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
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"Fantastic farm to table menu. I had Chicken Livers for dinner, loved them... prepared perfectly! We sat at a table in the bar. Comfortable, but was very busy. Our waiter was very attentive. Overall, enjoyable. Will go back for sure."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2008
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Review 9 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful food and very attentive

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful food and very attentive service. Very difficult to hear, as the noise level was over the top. Otherwise, would highly recommend, as we were immediately escorted to our table on time for our reservation. The waitstaff was informative and fun."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

i wrote a review on yelp.

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"i wrote a review on yelp. small portions , very pricey, left feeling dissatisfied. won't return."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2012
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Review 11 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A very good, innovative restaurant.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A very good, innovative restaurant. Was recommended to us by two other chefs in Santa Fe. Did not disappoint. This is how you run a restaurant."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, hot spot
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Review 12 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of our favorite restaurants

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of our favorite restaurants in Santa Fe -- delightful in every way!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Disappointing dinner. 2 of our dishes were good but 2 were inedible. Overcooked calimari that was like a rubberband to eat and fish stew that was poorly seasoned and had too many slimy things attached to the scallops. Very crowded seating and inattentive server."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2005
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Review 14 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

too dark, too hot... server

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
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Quiet
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"too dark, too hot...
server was not very good, seemed did not care, coz it was too late?
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Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
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Review 15 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

wait after reservation was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"wait after reservation was a little long but this is a popular spot and folks linger over dinner. Suggest going inlater - they are open until 10:30.....and the menu is great. Lessnoise alter, no table wait!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It was so hot in the restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was so hot in the restaurant I had sweat running down my neck. I mentioned the heat twice to staff members."
Dined on 02/25/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 17 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We would absolutely return.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We would absolutely return. The food was very good at a reasonable price and our server was wonderful about accommodating our children. The trout was delicious!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 18 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Just a bad night?

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We are part time residents, visiting Santa Fe three to four times per year. We make a point of dining at Il Piatto every time and have always really enjoyed our dining experience, which left us anxious to return. This visit was the first time we came away disappointed. The food and presentation were not up to the usual standard of excellence, although the service was still great.
We agreed to try the restaurant again, but for lunch rather than dinner. Hopefully it was just a bad night.
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Dined on 03/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

great late

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My wife and I had dinner here at 9:45 PM. Usually eating establishments that are open that late don't have the highest quality food, but this restaurant is an exception. The dishes were excellent, and so was the wine. The service was attentive, and the waitress was able to help my wife, who can't have gluten or dairy, pick her meal. We would definitely go here again."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic
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Review 20 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very special- Never miss this one!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"All and all one of our top picks not only in Santa Fe but from around the globe. Excellent late night specials after 9. DO NOT MISS IT!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 21 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was a busy Saturday night

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was a busy Saturday night but food and service were oustanding!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Italian food, pricey wines

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is a great restaurant, with a great menu, great service, and good wines. This latter category, however, is why we don't come here very often. While their food prices are very reasonable, the wine prices are over the top. If they gave you a good pour in a proper (Riedel crystal) Burgundy wine glass (for reds), then their prices would be acceptable. (They use the smaller white-wine glasses for red Burgundy/Bordeaux wines But you get about a 5 oz. pour and they charge as though you were getting an 8-9 oz. pour. It's always been this way, and I'm sorry to see this hasn't changed. If it weren't for the wine pricing, this restaurant would be in my Top 3 list for Santa Fe."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

chef-owned gem in downtown Santa Fe

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Honestly...Il Piatto couldn't get any better! The food is flawless and keeps us coming frequently in a city with many good restaurants. My sister and I had the salmon and chili rubbed duck last night...both outstanding. Wines are nice and fairly priced. Don't miss this chef-owned restaurant in Santa Fe."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 24 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pulire il piatto -clear one's plate

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pulire il piatto - clear one's plate
Our palates are pleased and our plates are clear at Il Piatto. Great dining! We enjoyed great Italian food with nice aromas, beautiful plating, wonderful flavors, in a relaxing environment. Nate was an excellent server. We enjoyed our meals and we did Pulire il piatto "clear our plates" except for the generously portioned entrees which demanded take home containers. We enjoyed our first visit to Il Piatto and look forward to many more enjoyable evenings.
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Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I think our server was new

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I think our server was new and lacking in a few of the graces that make good service (like forgetting the wine order, not checking up on whether everything was to our satisfaction). But, the server was friendly and likeable and I think teachable and I am sure he will become an excellent server over time."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was wonderful but

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
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"The food was wonderful but our waitress not so much."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 27 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Authentic and Delicious

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I felt like I was in Italy. The food was authentic and delicious. I especially like that lunch is served until 4:30--a perfect spot for a pick-me-up after shopping or sight seeing. I will definitely return"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was delicious and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was delicious and the service was great until the end. We had to sit and wait for several minutes after our plates were cleared and we were obviously finished. We were pretty much ignored and finally had to ask another waiter to send our waitress with our bill. The manager hurried over and apologized but the wait was much too long in my opinion.
We also had a screaming baby next to us and that seemed totally inappropriate in this particular restaurant. It's not what I would call "family dining"."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 29 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the best meals I've

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of the best meals I've had in the last year."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food quality has dropped significan

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Food quality has dropped significantly ."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2011
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Review 31 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

poor service by waiter who

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
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"poor service by waiter who took our order and was not seen again until end of meal when he asked if we needed more water. wine glasses sat empty from end of first course"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2010
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Review 32 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a special treat lunch!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was excellent. What a treat to find calves tongue on the menu and find it extra delicious! The grilled calamari was superb as well as the chicken livers. But the zabaglione, aah the zabaglione was sinfully delicious!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Brushetta - incredible; pumpkin

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Brushetta - incredible; pumpkin ravioli - delicious; roast chicken - the best in town; chicken livers - outstanding; bread pudding - luscious. We had a great meal."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 34 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Thats Italian! Amore

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The mussels and linguine were fabulous and fresh! The rotiserrie chicken was outstanding, moist and buttery. Had a wonderful experience with my companions!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was slow. Long wait

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service was slow. Long wait between the appetizers and entrees."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2010
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Review 36 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The salad was pretty average,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The salad was pretty average, but the Pumpkin Ravioli was absolutely outstanding! All the food was fresh. The desserts were very nice. Our waiter forgot our order and had to come back about 20 minutes later and ask us for it again. Although it was busy, he seemed more preoccupied than I would have expected. But, because we so enjoyed the food, we would definitely return and recommend it to friends."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Il Piatto is Fun

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Il Piatto is a fun little restaurant. The service was very attentive as we had the head waiter and his trainee. Was a little disappointed in the dessert - 5 bites of cheesecake for $9, good but not NY cheesecake. Apps, pasta, and entree were very well done and right sized for multiple tasting menu."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was excellent, but the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was excellent, but the service declined as the restaurant got busier."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

lived in santa fe one year.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"lived in santa fe one year. first time we visited this gem. food was terrific. will be back often"
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The hidden gem.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The restaurant is very unassuming from the outside and although the interior is quite basic, the tables are well spaced. We were seated immediately and the drinks server came to the table almost at once. We took advantage of Restaurant Week to visit the restaurant and were very satisfied with both the quality, quantity, and display of food served. Each of the appetizers selected were delicious as were the entrees. The bread pudding dessert was "to die for", in my opinion. The wine selection was better than seen at some other restaurants and the service was prompt and courteous. Il Piatta will definitely be on my list of restaurants to re-visit when up in Santa"
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and the service are

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and the service are always first class. Love this place."
Dined on 02/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always enjoy Il Piatto - have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always enjoy Il Piatto - have never had a bad meal there! Ambience is really wonderful and the employees are friendly and appreciative. Some of the food is OUTSTANDING!"
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 43 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding every time Ive been the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Took out of town guests and they loved it - as do we. I had a trout dish that was tender and flavorful. Others had pasta, tuna, and roast chicken, and raved about them all. Presentations were gorgeous. Waiter recommended a $60 wine on Valentine's weekend sale for $30. Everyone knows restaurant wines are overpriced, but this one was easily worth $60. Il Piatto is an easy stroll from the Plaza."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 44 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This was our second visit

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our second visit to Il Piatto. The restaurant was Empty. When taken to a very small table, I inquired if we could possibly have a larger table for two. One would have thought I asked to purchase the restaurant. The hostess made us come up to her counter and wait 5 solid minutes while she went over the seating chart. Finally she took us to a nice table but had a very ugly attitude. The food was mediocre my chicken liver entree having only 3 miniscule livers on potatoes and eggplant. Was just not pleasant and for the price, very small portions. Sorry but we will not be back. Waiter never came back to table to see how we liked our appetizers or main course. Rush, Rush, Rush. There are too many fabulous restaurants in Santa Fe."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2005
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Review 45 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Three of us each did the $32.50

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Three of us each did the $32.50 Special and ordered 3 Entres and 6 Appetizers. The Waiter did a great job of explaining the Menu/Options and Wine List. Our food came out promptly but we were not rushed. All 9 items were simply amazing. Highly recommend the Pappardelle with Braised Duck, Red Chile Linguine, and Gnochi. The duck liver crostini and calves tongue appetizers were delicious as well. Highly Recommend this Restaurant!"
Dined on 02/10/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

We wont be going back

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went early enough to take advantage of happy hour and it was like they resented we made reservations to take advantage of this feature.
The hostess was nice. The waitress seemed distracted and almost slow to eat up time until happy hour would be past.
The discounted happy hour wine options were very limited
The food was very odd recipes for some of the appetizers - duck crostinis had too much variety of options on them that made them too rich. The mussels sauce was just very complex as well
While we were still drinking at the table, the manager seemed to be stalking by our table and we didnt see a lot of people waiting.
So we moved to the bar and had another drink. Gayland, the Bar tender was curt, and almost rude.
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Dined on 02/09/2013
 2010
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Review 47 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of Santa Fe best restaurants.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"One of Santa Fe best restaurants. A wonderful menu and great service.
Great bar too!
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Dined on 02/08/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 48 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My wife and I have eaten at

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I have eaten at Il Piatto several times and have never been disappointed. We chose this restaurant to celebrate our anniversary and could not have been happier. The food is always outstanding, the service is attentive without hovering and the room itself is cozy. Can't ask for much more than that."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 49 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dinner was fantastic, though

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dinner was fantastic, though we were puzzled by a problem we encountered with the waiter. After being seated, we requested separate checks as I was on an expense account, but my dinner companion was not. The waiter told us that separate checks were not possible (?) but that it would be no problem when it was time to pay the bill. When it WAS time to pay the check, suddenly it became a complicated issue and the waiter seemed irritated and grumbled to the bartender at having to do some simple math. The food was terrific, but the service was not - and a little confusing."
Dined on 02/06/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Il Piatto
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Poco Loco Local

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Il Piatto is always wonderful. Try the Red Chili Linguini with Clams - OMG!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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