Our always go to restaurant in Santa Fe where the food, architecture and attention to interior details always compliment each other. Along with The Compound, the best restaurant space in town.
Perfection
Maybe one of the nicest dining experiences we've had. The service and food were exceptional and to top it all off, we got to dine in our kimonos, straight from the spa. Couldn't have asked for a more perfect birthday celebration.
Larryk
Great food and a very attentive staff. Probably need a bit of assistance with recommendations and guidance for people eating there for the first time Pertains to both the food and wide selection of sake.
It's absolutely amazing I've been here 3 years in a row for my wife's birthday and each time the food is amazing the service is great, overall I will be returning next year this place is great.
jonathansagner
Mediocre at best. Between two people we ordered five dishes only one was exceptional. Service was not trained for fine dining, but courteous. The spa was fabulous. I'd recommend that and skipped the restaurant.
HowardD
What a great restaurant. Santa Fe has a lot of great restaurants but this is one of a kind. Interesting and delicious variety of dishes. A great assortment of Saki. Fun atmosphere. The changes to the building are great.
Desertdiver
This has been one of my favorite restaurants in this state. However, this most recent dinner was disappointing. The regular sushi was off that night, which was evident in the sashimi. It wasn't sliced nicely, and the pieces were uneven. The other dishes were tasty. The waiter was obsequious, which was annoying. Overall, a disappointing experience for a high-end restaurant.
JuliaC
As my 77 year old mother put it, “it's an experience of a lifetime”. The food taste and presentation were amazing. Our server, Asher, was very knowledgeable about the menu and kind.
RobynM
Izanami is a gem. Nestled up in the hills outside Santa Fe, the views are spectacular and matched by the food. The plates were well paced and delivered in an order that made sense. The servers were knowledgeable about the sake and were able to offer pairings. The menu has a good mix of vegetarian, fish, and meat dishes.
Frank J.
Fabulous food. Great service. Beautiful grounds and outdoor heated pavilion for dinner.
A very different dining experience from the usual options. Interesting and imaginative choices on the menu, and we enjoyed everything we ordered. Very light and delicate dishes, all exquisitely presented. Portions are deliberately small, so not for the all-you-can-eat-buffet crowd. Prices are on the high side, but that goes with the quality and exclusivity. Efficient and professional service but with a personal touch. If travelling by taxi/Uber, it's best to pre-reserve your return ride or book plenty of time before you plan to leave, especially on a Saturday night. We had some problems getting back to Santa Fe afterwards.
We were greeted by every staff member when we arrived and as we were seated. The staff was friendly, helpful and very efficient. The setting was calm and peaceful and beautiful! Our food arrived quickly and every bite was delicious! Your sake selection was a little overwhelming but a flight for each of us gave us a wonderful tasting! We all had an amazing evening!
We always make sure we come here when visiting Santa Fe. Food and service is always on point. We enjoyed the cucumber and avocado salad, octopus, pork belly, oysters and tuna tostada.
RoscoeM
The issue with Izanami: foods that are marked gluten-free (gf) are not necessarily gluten-free: a common frier is used and therefore cross-contamination is a major concern. Thus, Celiacs should probably avoid Izanami for this reason as the menu is otherwise very limited. For the non-Celiacs of the world, it is a great choice in Santa Fe and I would highly recommend it. The restaurant is cognizant that soy sauce is wheat-based and therefore not gluten-free; they have switched to using Tamari brewed soy sauce which is gluten-free.
CharlotteM
Dining at Izanami in Santa Fe is a magical experience. The Santa Fe landscape is beautiful and the "Izanami experience" adds another dimension, as one feels in the quiet beauty of Japan. We dined in the outdoor heated pavilion and experienced a intention service by the wait staff, checking in appropriately to inquire if we needed anything. We also ordered each item one at a time; staff was gracious to work with us. The food is an experience all by itself. We shared an appetizer, the shrimp tempura and asparagus finished off with the tres leches offering (with a touch of citrus icing) and lavender ice cream, just delicious! Izanami is popular with both guests traveling to Santa Fe (and enjoying the 10,000 Waves Spa) as well as Santa Fe locals. Be sure to book a reservation and treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Our always go to restaurant in Santa Fe where the food, architecture and attention to interior details always compliment each other. Along with The Compound, the best restaurant space in town.
Maybe one of the nicest dining experiences we've had. The service and food were exceptional and to top it all off, we got to dine in our kimonos, straight from the spa. Couldn't have asked for a more perfect birthday celebration.
Great food and a very attentive staff. Probably need a bit of assistance with recommendations and guidance for people eating there for the first time Pertains to both the food and wide selection of sake.
It's absolutely amazing I've been here 3 years in a row for my wife's birthday and each time the food is amazing the service is great, overall I will be returning next year this place is great.
Mediocre at best. Between two people we ordered five dishes only one was exceptional. Service was not trained for fine dining, but courteous. The spa was fabulous. I'd recommend that and skipped the restaurant.
What a great restaurant. Santa Fe has a lot of great restaurants but this is one of a kind. Interesting and delicious variety of dishes. A great assortment of Saki. Fun atmosphere. The changes to the building are great.
This has been one of my favorite restaurants in this state. However, this most recent dinner was disappointing. The regular sushi was off that night, which was evident in the sashimi. It wasn't sliced nicely, and the pieces were uneven. The other dishes were tasty. The waiter was obsequious, which was annoying. Overall, a disappointing experience for a high-end restaurant.
As my 77 year old mother put it, “it's an experience of a lifetime”. The food taste and presentation were amazing. Our server, Asher, was very knowledgeable about the menu and kind.
Izanami is a gem. Nestled up in the hills outside Santa Fe, the views are spectacular and matched by the food. The plates were well paced and delivered in an order that made sense. The servers were knowledgeable about the sake and were able to offer pairings. The menu has a good mix of vegetarian, fish, and meat dishes.
Fabulous food. Great service. Beautiful grounds and outdoor heated pavilion for dinner.
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A very different dining experience from the usual options. Interesting and imaginative choices on the menu, and we enjoyed everything we ordered. Very light and delicate dishes, all exquisitely presented. Portions are deliberately small, so not for the all-you-can-eat-buffet crowd. Prices are on the high side, but that goes with the quality and exclusivity. Efficient and professional service but with a personal touch. If travelling by taxi/Uber, it's best to pre-reserve your return ride or book plenty of time before you plan to leave, especially on a Saturday night. We had some problems getting back to Santa Fe afterwards.
We were greeted by every staff member when we arrived and as we were seated. The staff was friendly, helpful and very efficient. The setting was calm and peaceful and beautiful! Our food arrived quickly and every bite was delicious! Your sake selection was a little overwhelming but a flight for each of us gave us a wonderful tasting! We all had an amazing evening!
We always make sure we come here when visiting Santa Fe. Food and service is always on point. We enjoyed the cucumber and avocado salad, octopus, pork belly, oysters and tuna tostada.
The issue with Izanami: foods that are marked gluten-free (gf) are not necessarily gluten-free: a common frier is used and therefore cross-contamination is a major concern. Thus, Celiacs should probably avoid Izanami for this reason as the menu is otherwise very limited. For the non-Celiacs of the world, it is a great choice in Santa Fe and I would highly recommend it. The restaurant is cognizant that soy sauce is wheat-based and therefore not gluten-free; they have switched to using Tamari brewed soy sauce which is gluten-free.
Dining at Izanami in Santa Fe is a magical experience. The Santa Fe landscape is beautiful and the "Izanami experience" adds another dimension, as one feels in the quiet beauty of Japan. We dined in the outdoor heated pavilion and experienced a intention service by the wait staff, checking in appropriately to inquire if we needed anything. We also ordered each item one at a time; staff was gracious to work with us. The food is an experience all by itself. We shared an appetizer, the shrimp tempura and asparagus finished off with the tres leches offering (with a touch of citrus icing) and lavender ice cream, just delicious! Izanami is popular with both guests traveling to Santa Fe (and enjoying the 10,000 Waves Spa) as well as Santa Fe locals. Be sure to book a reservation and treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind dining experience.