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Tanti Luce 221
Tanti Luce 221 features an eclectic European cuisine, with a little southwestern flair, crafted by Chef Tom Kerpon. Situated in a gorgeous 100 year old adobe home in historic Santa Fe New Mexico, Tanti Luce is unique, warm and inviting, with its original kiva fireplaces and stained glass windows. For a more casual affair, try our 221 bar, located in the same beautiful historic building. 221 features a great bar menu, including Spanish-style tapas, sexy cocktails, and a lively atmosphere.
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45 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 45 reviews
5 stars
(15)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(26)
- special occasion(22)
- neighborhood gem(18)
- romantic(18)
- good for groups(8)
- vibrant bar scene(8)
Tanti Luce 221 Reviews List
Review 1 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We are a family of 4 (2 small children). My husband and I loved our entrees, we were also able to pick items that even our children liked (not easy) from the small plates menu. The service was quick and friendly and the ambiance fabulous."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 2 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent meals and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved atmosphere, interesting menu choices,
Impeccable service. Looking forward to another
visit soon."
Impeccable service. Looking forward to another
visit soon."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list
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Review 3 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
always special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"once again a wonderful evening- Thanks so much Tom & the whole crew!"
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 4 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Great Find!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Pork Tenderloin w/ molasses was devine! Beef filet prepared perfectly for my finicky husband. Quiet and romantic with a great wine list. We went early, but would have been great for a late night outing also. Had outdoor seating that wasn't very inviting--we sat inside and it was very nice. The chef came over to check that everything was to our liking. A nice touch. We had been in earlier to try to have lunch, but they were only having a cooking class. It looked special enough, that we went back. Glad we did!"
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our best meal in Santa Fe!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great restaurant--both the service and food were outstanding. The "deconstructed" strawberry shortcake was the best ever!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had another great dinner at Tanti Luce. This is definitely one of the better restaurants in Santa Fe.
Halibut with risotto was especially outstanding."
Halibut with risotto was especially outstanding."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Better Than Italian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"From reception to paying the bill, our evening was completely enjoyable. The service was excellent with a very good knowledge of the wine list, specials and recommendations. The Portobello mushroom starter was cooked well and seasoned beautifully with plenty of veggies to accompany it and increase the flavor.
The Halibut entré was done to perfection - light, flakey, wonderful seasoning. The bed of risotto amplified the flavor of the fish. My wife's Polenta with sauteed veggies was superb. She asked for it without the Brussel Sprouts as their taste would overpower the delicate polenta. She was most pleased and satisfied with the selection. Our dessert of Strawberry Cheesecake was light and flavorful without overstuffing full stomachs."
The Halibut entré was done to perfection - light, flakey, wonderful seasoning. The bed of risotto amplified the flavor of the fish. My wife's Polenta with sauteed veggies was superb. She asked for it without the Brussel Sprouts as their taste would overpower the delicate polenta. She was most pleased and satisfied with the selection. Our dessert of Strawberry Cheesecake was light and flavorful without overstuffing full stomachs."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fifth Time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We've dined at Tanti Luce a few times and each was memorable. The ambience is very peaceful, pleasant, relaxing. It has not been crowed, which is surprising for such a fine restaurant. I would rate it with Santa Fe's best; The Compound, SantaCafe, Geronimo.
The food and service are exceptional."
The food and service are exceptional."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not the best experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been there a number of times but his was just pedestrian. The server was cold, not personality, the caesar salad was bland and not anything to consider ordering again. The olive oil for the bread was also tasteless. The pink trout was good but not excellent. I expect better of this restaurant,."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 10 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Menu was interesting. I had buffalo short ribs with truffled mashed potatoes and a Barolo sauce, which was excellent. Two of my dining companions had seared scallops with a pesto sauce that they loved. We were here in the shoulder season, so the restaurant was not busy. So we may not have had a good indication of the noise level or of how the service will be on a busy night. But our server was charming and efficient. I would recommend giving it a try."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 11 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We weren't overly wowed by
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We weren't overly wowed by the food, although it was perfectly fine, but would still give this restaurant another try. It was a particularly slow night and while that makes it pleasant (not too noisy), it can also sometimes mean the food isn't as good as it might be on a busier night. The service was excellent and it's a pretty restaurant with a nice little patio (if you choose)."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
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Review 12 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food and service. Fun
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food and service. Fun bar."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 13 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My companion and I had a superb dinner and excellent and unobtrusive, but excellent service. We will come again!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 14 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food! I love the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food! I love the pork tenderloin. The cream of mushroom soup was delicious.
The cocktail menu was interesting. I had a Salad in a Glass. This was the best cocktail that I have ever tasted. It tasted exactly like a salad in a glass."
The cocktail menu was interesting. I had a Salad in a Glass. This was the best cocktail that I have ever tasted. It tasted exactly like a salad in a glass."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Recent experience was disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Recent experience was disappointing...restaurant clearly overrated or inexcusably inconsistent at this time. Food was simply OK and waiter was either unsure of himself and/or inexperienced...there are better options for an expensive dinner in Santa Fe."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
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Review 16 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The bar was busy but the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The bar was busy but the restaurant was empty. It is a shame as the menu was good, the food very
good and the service fine."
good and the service fine."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 17 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We visit Santa Fe annually
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We visit Santa Fe annually and this is a new-to-use restaurant in a location of a previous restaurant we had enjoyed. There is nothing notable about it, but no complaints either. With all the wonderful options in Santa Fe, this won't call us back unless it starts to get outstanding reviews. The former restaurant was much cozier with better food options and quality."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
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Review 18 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impressive food! The best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Impressive food! The best in Santa Fe!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food and service are always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service are always excellent. Can not miss on this place with current chief and staff."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 20 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We're local and dine frequently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We're local and dine frequently in Santa Fe. This was a great experience with dinner well timed, food excellent and a great atmosphere. Crowded for this time of year but that didn't distract from the evening. We'll be back."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service were excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and cocktail were delightful. We had a St Germain cocktail, greens salad, pork tenderloin, and butternut squash polenta. Everything was perfect."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 22 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best food in Santa Fe! The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best food in Santa Fe! The soup pumpkin curry soup was so good it was hard not to lick the bowl. The pork tenderlion was tender with a beautiful sauce. The raspberry sorbet tart.
We will come back. We are also telling all of our friends that this is the place to go when you are in Santa Fe."
We will come back. We are also telling all of our friends that this is the place to go when you are in Santa Fe."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time at Tanti Luce 221.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time at Tanti Luce 221. Food was very good - I had the pork loin which was excellent."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Really bad. Avoid at all costs.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really bad. Avoid at all costs. Bring back the old Amavi. The bolognese on noodles was like over-cooked pasta with chili (no kidding, tasted like chili). We sent back to portobello mushroom appetizer. The trout was passable, but smothered in un-appetizing corn sauce (whatever that is) It eon't mstter, they will bite the dust shortly!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2006
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Review 25 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went for Restaurant Week
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for Restaurant Week 2013 and ordered from that and the regular menu. We enjoyed our evening very much and thought the food was very fresh and tasty. The staff was friendly, including the executive chef who stopped at our table. The roasted beet salad was wonderful. This restaurant is easy to get to on foot from anywhere in downtown Santa Fe. For those not very mobile, be aware that there are stairs outside."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 26 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Third time at this restaurant and by far the worst. First course arrived before drinks and bread. The bread was tastless and insipid. $14 for a premium martini is outlandish for even NYC. Caeser salad was good with fresh anchovie garnish. Pork tenderloin was inconsistant with one bite being tough and another tender. The sauce was tasteless. Only choice for dessert was what flavor sorbet we wanted. Although this was restaurant week, the place was not busy so there is no excuse. Very disappointed."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2003
Special Features: romantic
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Review 27 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A group of us dined during
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A group of us dined during Restaurant Week. The menu was small but varied and very well-priced. The food was delicious. My chicken piccata could not have been more tender or flavorful. We were very warmly greeted and all of our requests were handled efficiently and with good humor."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food and service. Very comfortable."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tanti Luce
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Yummy food - a bit pricey, but nice to go there for a special occasion"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 30 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very good and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good and well prepared. The restaurant is comfortable. The wine list was adequate, however, there was not a large selection of "by the glass" wines. We ordered the buffalo short ribs and paella. Both were well prepared and seasoned well. Appetizer was a combination of fried shrimp, fired oyster, and calamari. All well prepared and seasoned. Overall the meal was very good. Our complaint - we arrived 15 minutes ahead of our reservation time and went to the bar to wait. We asked the staff who greeted us to have the wait staff retrieve us from the bar when our table was ready. They forgot. The bar bill for two cocktails we felt was a little overpriced. All and all a good experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Tanti Luce 221
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
tucked away gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"my date and i had been here several times before and the food has always been memorable - in a town of standout restaurants, this is no mean feat. the bar is usually quiet (it's small) but being valentines, it was very busy and the bartender was flustered, upset, and in no mood to greet anyone, much less take an order.
once seated in the dining area, however, it was the usual attentive service. calvin was warm, efficient and knowledgable (despite being very busy.) and the food was, again, outstanding.
highly recommend."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tanti Luce 221
Based on the average of (14) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate