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$3 - $29
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Southwestern, Mexican, American, Bar
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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All reviews burger fajitas shrimp frito pie salad chilli second floor balcony balcony overlooking the square santa fe plaza our waiter rick margarita patio appetizers waitstaff
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Reviewed yesterday

Good place right off the plaza. Even better if you can score a table on the second floor balcony looking onto the plaza. Husband loved the New Mexican burger and added red chile to the included chopped green chile. I am Celiac so after looking...over their list of menu items that contain gluten, I ordered the blackened fish with what I was excited to try: red chile risotto but unfortunately my plate arrived without any risotto and just the blackened fish and broccolini. Wished the server or kitchen would have let me know the risotto wasn't gluten free so that I could have asked to substitute for something else. I was able to order the apple crumble that is gluten free and was very good.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Worst food we have had in Santa Fe. Steak Fajitas were not seared or grilled to order or steak for that matter, just some precooked tough, fatty meat. The entire plate was filled with zuchini with a few pieces of meat and a few slices...of onion and green pepper, all in a flavorless juice. Service was not good either. The view is okay but don't waste your money here. Too many great places to choose from.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

This place is a must visit. Service is impeccable and food is exquisite. You must try the calamari, you will be pleasantly surprised. Rick the GM has this place on a roll. Our server Jay was a Joy.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Horrible experience. Waited 10 minutes and no one seated us. Found a table outside, ignored for 15 min and we finally left. Talked to manager who was extremely rude. Would NOT recommend wasting your time

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Not a good choice.. food bland and barely warm.. we went because of upstairs terrace.. won’t return..

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed April 11, 2023 via mobile

We both had burgers washed down with a bottle of Pinot Noir. We both agreed that they were among the best burgers we have ever tasted.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed March 19, 2023 via mobile

Server was rude never asked us if we wanted drinks he gave us all water didn’t ask how I wanted my meat cooked gave me a pink burgers!! Flavor was not it as well fry’s were probably the only thing good!!

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed March 19, 2023

This is one of our go to restaurants when in Santa Fe. We have been in winter, spring, summer and fall. We always eat outside no matter the weather as they have outdoor heaters. Half the enjoyment is watching the comings and goings down on...the Plaza. We have never had a bad meal. I have gotten fish tacos, fajitas and different burgers. My husband always looks forward to getting a burger and onion rings. Even though there are more atmospheric restaurants with better food we never miss a chance to enjoy this casual eatery at least once every trip to Santa Fe.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed December 27, 2022 via mobile

The food was absolutely amazing at this restaurant. I got the fish tacos and my boyfriend had their Chile Burger. I was extremely impressed with the food for how busy it was. I had low expectations at first, with the service that we were met...with in the beginning. The person who sat us was defenitely very short and did not really greet us, they were quick to sit us down and waved us over from across the restaurant. Or waiter was great though! That is the only reason why I did not give it a full five stars.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 27, 2022 via mobile

Fajitas were fresh and veggies not over cooked. The service was really good. Great place for lunch or drinks and watch a game on the tvs over the bar.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 13, 2022 via mobile

Unremarkable! It met our needs for food t that’s about all I can say. If you have other choices, take them

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed November 26, 2022 via mobile

Good food, good location.Unbelievably rude young waiter when dealing with paying bill which puts you off ever going back.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed November 4, 2022 via mobile

After the phone rang two dozen times, the person who answered said, in a very snippy tone, “We don’t take reservations.” We won’t bother to go there.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed November 1, 2022

We took a seat on the outside deck hoping to see some Halloween merriment going on below, but it turned out to be a quiet night. Both the owner Rick, and our server Robert were lovely and attentive. We enjoyed the hangover burger and the...nut brown ale. Good pairing. The food was good, the service was fast and the prices were reasonable.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed October 18, 2022

I fear this place is somewhat understaffed. But we lucked out and were seated on the veranda where we could hear and see some of the Spanish parade passing. A beautiful day to do so. We shared calamari; I had the salad w chorizo dressing,...and Lloyd had green chili stew, with comp chips and salsa and sharing chocolate cake-- it was a very yummy and satisfactory meal. Carlos S. was our waiter and kept us happyMore

Date of visit: September 2022
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megand207
May 14, 2016|
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Response from Bill M | Reviewed this property |
My wife and I are both vegetarians. There was not a lot of options, but the wait staff went out of their way to make sure we were well taken care of. I think you would be as well.
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karl s
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Response from thelimpingtiger | Reviewed this property |
We did not have any problems being "white" here. The service was prompt out on the deck overlooking the plaza. We really enjoyed the food and the people.
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THUNDERBIRD BAR AND GRILL, Santa Fe - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor

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  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4