Savor Global Flavors in Santa Fe: Top International Restaurants Guide
Experience a world-class culinary journey right in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where global dining traditions meet local charm. Beyond our renowned chile, discover an array of international cuisines that delight every palate.
Indian Delights at Raaga
For a departure from fiery New Mexico chile, Raaga offers authentic Indian cuisine with complex spices. Nestled in an Agua Fria courtyard, owner Paddy Rawal's extensive menu—honed from experiences in India, Egypt, London, and Dubai—caters to vegetarians, vegans, and meat lovers alike, including standout chicken vindaloo.
Raaga (translation: sweet melody) delivers harmonious flavors on every plate.
Pair rice with myriad delicacies, explore nearly a dozen naan varieties, and select your spice level from mild to "hell." The chicken palak at medium-plus heat is a recommended favorite.
Chicken palak shines at Raaga.
Authentic Italian at Andiamo!
Andiamo! in a historic 1880s Mission-style bungalow on Garfield Street blends old-world ambiance with fresh, local New Mexico ingredients and Italian imports. Perfect for pasta lovers, it features specials like spicy linguine arrabbiata and truffle oil risotto.
Proximity to the Santa Fe Farmers Market ensures seasonal freshness. Enjoy weekday lunch specials or al fresco takeout near Railyard Park, paired with a cool Peroni.
Spicy linguine arrabbiata pairs perfectly with Peroni at Andiamo!
Middle Eastern at Cleopatra Café
Cleopatra Café's two locations—downtown Design Center and Zafarano—serve fast, friendly, and affordable Middle Eastern fare. Choose Lebanese falafel (garbanzo) or Egyptian (fava beans), hummus, gyros, or the lavish Nile Plate with lamb and Greek salad.
Enjoy Middle Eastern soap operas and Thursday belly dancing by Saltanah Dancers at Zafarano, plus endless fresh pita.
Saltanah Dancers bring sultry energy to Cleopatra Café. (Photo Credit: Saltanah Dancers)
Japanese Excellence at Shohko Café
Near the Plaza, family-owned Shohko Café offers serene sushi bar dining rooted in macrobiotic principles. Start with seaweed salad or sake-butter enoki mushrooms from the Izakaya menu. Savor green chile tempura, bento boxes, premium sushi, and sake selections.
Smiles accompany superb sushi at Shohko. (Photo Credit: Shohko Café)
Find bold wasabi at Shohko. (Photo Credit: Eric Swanson)
French Elegance at 315 Restaurant & Winebar
Since 1995, 315 on the Old Santa Fe Trail has delivered classic French dishes with local twists and one of the region's best wine lists (250+ selections). Indulge in seasonal steak frites, basil-wrapped shrimp, fresh pea shoots, or chef's confit.
315: Premier French dining at its namesake address.
Basil-wrapped shrimp pairs with extensive wines at 315. (Photo Credit: Joy Godfrey)
Santa Fe: A Global Culinary Destination
Santa Fe boasts world-class art, weather, and cuisine from every corner. From green chile cheeseburgers to international gems, your global feast awaits.
