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Cafe San Estevan

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Why stop here: Cafe San Estevan is a $$ new mexican pick in Santa Fe. Order Chile rellenos.

CuisineNew Mexican
Price$$
TownSanta Fe

Chef-driven spot serving refined northern New Mexican cooking with house-made chile and traditional recipes in an intimate adobe setting.

What to order

Chile rellenos

At Cafe San Estevan, Roamward highlights Chile rellenos because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.

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Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.

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