Originally from Mexico City, Chef Fernando Olea, formerly Chef of Epazote, has been enthralling diners in Santa Fe since 1991. Chef Olea creates sophisticated flavors using Old Mexico’s indigenous and culinary traditions alongside ingredients from around the world. His menu is deliberately small, featuring fresh and locally sourced produce and meats when possible.Nothing evokes the mystery of Mexican cuisine more than mole, a sauce of complex flavors that usually includes toasted and ground spices, seeds, nuts, chocolate and chile. Many mole recipes contain more than thirty ingredients and some recipes have five varieties of chile alone. Chef Olea is delighted to share his moles that include his "New Mexican Mole" that he created to commemorate Santa Fe’s 400 year anniversary in 2009. The large mural in the main dining room, was painted and presented to Chef Olea by Federico Leon De La Vega, a well- known artist from Mexico City.
We do not accept reservations for breakfast and lunch, it is walk-in based only.In consideration of our dining reservations, we kindly ask you to abide by the following time courtesy standards: 1-2 Guests; 1 Hour 30 Minutes 3-5 Guests; 1 Hour 45 Minutes 6-8 Guests; 2 Hours 9-12 Guests; Reservations are only available at designated times (4:30-5:30, 7:30, 8:00) - 2 Hours 30 minutes*For parties of more than 12 guests please call our Dining Room at (505) 995-2334 La Plazuela was the hotel’s original 1920s patio and it retains that sunlit Old World charm. Skylights flood the dining room with natural light and handsome carved furnishings, artisanal lighting, and our much-loved hand painted windows create a beautiful, inviting room to gather, to dine and to make memories in. The menu was crafted to showcase old favorites with New World influences and authentic New Mexican cuisine. La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza is Santa Fe’s gathering place. Come dine with us!
Agave is a consistent favorite among locals and visitors alike. Enter a world of celebrated culinary delight - with the best Happy Hour in Santa Fe - in a casual, hip setting. Enjoy shared plates and entrees, signature margaritas, and premium cocktails. Agave offers delicious, distinctive cuisine, enhanced by innovative presentation and impeccable service.
