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Nightlife

After your perfect day in Santa Fe, kick back, relax and unwind as the city's eclectic nightlife gets underway. You'll find many inviting places where you can spend a memorable evening, from an intimate spot to share cocktails and a stunning sunset to a lively venue with music and merriment.

Dance to live blues, jazz, pop or folk music in one of Santa Fe's clubs and bars. In some hot spots, if the weather's right, you can twirl beneath the stars. Be serenaded by world-class guitarists, flamenco dancers and mariachi players. Sing your heart out at a popular piano bar or request Broadway show tunes at a cosmopolitan cabaret.

There's always something fun brewing to keep you entertained during the evening hours. Browse our list below for some inspired ways to enjoy the spirited Santa Fe nightlife.

Amavi Restaurant

221 Shelby Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
505-988-2355
Acclaimed as “hot as can be” by Santa Fean Magazine, Amavi is an instant classic, a new locals favorite, and a must for anyone visiting Santa Fe. Chef/ Owner, David Sellers, creates “Regional Mediterranean Cuisine,” focusing on French, Italian and Spanish influences, using highly seasonal, local ingredients with a menu that changes almost daily. Our style of food focuses on great ingredients simply prepared, paired with fine wines, decadent ever-changing deserts, warm, romantic atmosphere and impeccable service.

Just one block southeast off the Plaza, Amavi offers fine dining as well as a new sophisticated lounge and bar serving a full menu and featuring live jazz and flamenco on Friday and Sturday nights.

Open seven nights a week from 5:30 pm.
221 Shelby Street, Santa Fe, 87501

Birds of Paradise Wedding Entertainment

Birds of Paradise Wedding Entertainment

137 Saddle Spur Trail
Tijeras, NM 87059
505-281-1149
Birds of Paradise is an outstanding, professional Santa Fe Society, Wedding, Convention, Fundraiser and Private Party Band. Multiple options to fit your ambiance and budget.


Café Phénix

1414 Second Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505
505.988.7303

Del Charro Saloon

Del Charro Saloon

101 W. Alameda St.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-954-0320 or 800-234-4534
Del Charro Saloon is the “Meeting Spot and Watering Hole of Santa Fe” where visitors and locals mingle at Inn of the Governors from 11:30 am to midnight daily. We offer light bar foods and desserts for under $7 per item and a full bar menu. We invite you to sample our signature House Margarita and one of the “Best Burgers in Town” in the rustic saloon or on the outside fireside patio.

El Farol

808 Canyon Road
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 983-9912
The oldest bar and restaurant in Santa Fe, El Farol is famous for its food and its live music nightly. Enjoy flamenco music and dancers as well as rhythm and blues, folk, Latin jam and more. Order tapas, sip a margarita and enjoy the entertainment in the cantina, or sit on the front porch and enjoy the street scene.

Fusion

135 W. Palace Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501
505/955-0400
Asian Tapas, Sushi Bar & Nightclub

Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company

Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company

Maria Benitez Theatre
The Lodge at Santa Fe
750 North St. Francis Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-988-1234
"A must see!" Juan Siddi Flamenco Theater Company presents unparalleled world-class performances during summer seasons in Santa Fe, nationally and internationally the remainder of the year.

Experience this premier flamenco company in a cabaret setting suited for all ages. Full bar and beverage service is provided.

"...this tightly knit company distills centuries of tradition into an unforgettable couple of hours."
-Bill Dunning, New Mexico Free Press, 2009

Please visit us at: www.juansiddiflamenco.com

La Fiesta Lounge & Bell Tower Bar

La Fiesta Lounge & Bell Tower Bar

100 E. San Francisco St.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-982-5511 or 800-523-5002
La Fiesta Lounge, adjacent to La Plazuela, is a colorful and fun destination every day of the week. A wonderful New Mexican Lunch Buffet is served daily with handmade tortillas and other flavorful New Mexican dishes. The food is delicious and the signature margaritas and martinis are sensational. The nightly live entertainment is consistently voted Santa Fe’s Best and there is never a cover charge. Check out who is playing by visiting our website. And, if its cocktails and a gorgeous view you’re after, then visit our 5th floor Bell Tower Bar open Spring to Fall from 4pm until sunset – weather permitting.

La Fiesta Lounge is open from 11 a.m. to midnight Monday through Saturday and from noon to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday. The Lounge is non-smoking and handicap-accessible.

Pranzo Italian Grill Nightly Cabaret

Pranzo Italian Grill Nightly Cabaret

540 Montezuma Ave.
(505) 984-2645
Relax on the terrace level in Pranzo's Geist Cabaret and listen to music played by Broadway veteran pianist David Geist, often accompanied by guest singers.

RainbowVisionProperties

RainbowVisionProperties

500 Rodeo Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
505-428-2844
GLBT majority community: condo sales, rentals, short term guest suites, assisted living. Get fit & pampered at the Billie Jean King fitness center and spa. Fine dining available at Garbo's Restaurant for lunch & dinner, Wednesday through Saturday. Enjoy fabulous nightlife at the famous SilverStarlight lounge and Cabaret.

Rio Chama Steakhouse

Rio Chama Steakhouse

414 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM
87501
(505)955-0765
Featuring prime and choice dry aged steaks, chops and seafood. With outdoor and indoor dining, two bars, intimate dining rooms, and a private wine cellar, Rio Chama delivers a memorable dining experience.

Ronald Roybal Music

Ronald Roybal Music

23 Cerrado Loop
Santa Fe, NM 87508
505-466-2242
Ronald Roybal, Native Flutist and Spanish Guitarist, provides quality entertainment with a Southwest flavor for your special event. Ronald is a six time Native American Music Award nominee and is a two time New Mexico Music Industry Award winner. He also performs regularly at the Hotel Santa Fe. Visit his website for a performance schedule, contact information and streaming audio and video of his performance and recordings.

Santa Fe Brewing Pub & Grill

Santa Fe Brewing Pub & Grill

27 Fire Place
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 424-9637
In addition to producing award-winning hand-crafted beers, the Santa Fe Brewing Company hosts great live music on indoor and outdoor stages. Big-name musicians and bands appear here along with emerging acts from around the country and favorite local acts as well. The views are incredible. You can fill up on pub fare but leave room for New Mexico's own Taos Cow ice cream. Beer lovers can walk across the parking lot to tour the brewhouse and taste the hand crafted beers made by New Mexico's oldest microbrewery.

Santa Fe Men's Camerata

Santa Fe Men's Camerata

PO Box 894
Santa Fe NM 87504
505-466-3637
Santa Fe Men's Camerata, directed by Kenneth Knight, brings to Northern New Mexico the rich legacy of male choral music. In addition to presenting concerts year around, Camerata supports the community by performing in fund raising events in Santa Fe.

Santacafé

Santacafé

231 Washington, Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-984-1788
A fine dining icon of Santa Fe since 1983, Santacafé specalizes in serving unique American cuisine with southwestern flair. Hailed by notable locals, frequent visitors to Santa Fe, and numerous celebrities, our chef, staff and management pride themselves on creating an atmosphere and dining experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. More than just a restaurant, we're a celebration of incredible food, amazing wine, and great friends--and they're all waiting for you today at Santacafé.

The Pink Flamingos

The Pink Flamingos

143 Saddle Spur Trail
Tijeras, NM 87059
505-281-1149
One of the most in demand show bands in the world is based in New Mexico! The Pink Flamingos. "We've had Bono, we've had Mariah, we've had everyone here... and I've never seen anything like this! The Pink Flamingos are now the official band of The Virgin Galactic Spaceport." -Sir Richard Branson (Nov 2008 performance on his private island in Virgin Gorda)
Book them between tours for special pricing within New Mexico.
Experienced with every type of venue and event. Entertainment for Corporate, Wedding, Fundraisers, etc.
Performed for the Governor's Ball 5 times, Mayor's Ball 10 times, thousands of events around the world. Instrumental in the creation of the Annual Boo Ball Children's Charity Event. Featured in Southwest Airlines Magazine, Albuquerque Journal, Inc Magazine, hundreds of other publications.
The Pink Flamingos are a professional organization with years of experience. They are experts with any type of theme event. Their resources include: Producers, technicians, musicians, dancers, $200,000 worth of costumes, numerous props, warehouse, trucks, state-of-the-art recording studio and more.

They have performed at almost every venue in Santa Fe and Albuquerque and are able to easily scale to fit any location or budget. They have performed for audiences of 35,000 people to 20. Catch them at The Sandia Casino New Years Eve 2009!

Book them today and turn your event into an unprecedented once in a lifetime experience!


The Staab House

The Staab House

330 E. Palace Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-954-9679
Located in the historic, 19th-century Staab House, this casual and cozy eatery and lounge is the perfect location for gathering with friends.

Enjoy outstanding bistro fare with one of our signature cocktails. Whether you are looking for an appetizer to share, a light lunch, or a wonderful dinner, this local favorite is just the place to satisfy your cravings. The weekends bring live music to this cozy establishment, so be sure to stop by on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, too!


Vanessie Santa Fe

434 W. San Francisco St.
(505) 982-9966
Vanessie's piano bar has been a popular place with tourists and locals alike since it opened in the early 1980s. Doug Montgomery and Charles Tichenor play on different nights and they're both big crowd-pleasers. Guests pack themselves at tables around the piano and sing along as the pros perform cabaret, musical and pop tunes along with special requests. There's a full restaurant serving a Continental grill menu, but you can order from a special piano bar menu.