Santa Fe Tequila Company

05/28/2008 Posted by 052575lilly

This new, hot, and trendy spot is off the beaten path but is a place you do not want to miss. It has a trendy and sophisticated ambiance with beautiful decor. The food and service have been consistently excellent. We crave the menu and experience this restaurant at least a few times a week. It is time that Denver incorporates some unique food and flavors. You will not find any thing on the menu that you have experienced before. The margaritas are the best in town...Cheers and I hope that you will have the opportunity to experience this truly unique venue...Enjoy!!!

05/19/2008 Posted by rcomerfo

Our experience started with the Silver Coin margarita which was great and went uphill from there. The guacamole was light and incredibly flavorful. The ancho chile barbeque ribs are to-die for. The restaurant itself has a great atmosphere, the staff are knowledgeable, courteous and approachable. The food, hospitality and great service left a warm and memorable impression. We will be back!

Pros: parking, food, great happy hour

05/19/2008 Posted by jmford9

On a recent trip to Denver I went with a group to the Santa Fe Tequila Company and was blown away in every respect! Wonderful decor, great waitstaff, tasty margaritas (and shots!) and absolutely delicious carne asada! Living in San Francisco, I get to eat a lot of good and authentic Mexican food; little did I know that Denver had a restaurant that could top any of my previous favorite Mexican spots! I will definitely be back on any trip I make to Denver, and really hope the Santa Fe team expands to San Francisco sometime soon! I highly recommend the Santa Fe Tequilla Company for all occasions, from business dinner to casual drinks. Enoy!

Pros: Staff, ambiance, margaritas

05/17/2008 Posted by FancyFoodie

Besides the incredible Silver Coin Margarita which is hands-down the best in Denver, and that says alot, I couldn't get enough of the chips and home-made guacamole. The carne asada was darn authentic and equally delicious. The service was excellent, the staff very friendly and the owner even took time out to come over and welcome us personally. I would highly recommend SFTC to anyone looking for a tasty, fun night out in Denver.

05/17/2008 Posted by lamarsherlock25

My wife and I, along with and another couple, recently visited the Santa Fe Tequila Company for dinner and our entire experience was terrific. The staff was top-notch, from the welcoming hostesses to the knowledgeable, smoothly efficient servers. The food was delivered at a careful pace and we never felt rushed or pressured to leave. This service was a perfect match for the vibe of the restaurant, which is tuned to hip, good-time Denver set. And our entire party was certainly having a great time after a round of tasty, perfectly balanced margaritas and a thoughtfully prepared meal. I plan to return soon and highly recommend the Santa Fe Tequila Company to anyone looking for a great night out!

05/15/2008 Posted by RickRealsen

There is nothing like the N Mexico "Big Jim" Green Chile. The flavor of N Mexican Green or Red Chile sauces are truly out of this world. The combination of flavor & heat defines the word "perfect" for Mexican food lovers like me. Santa Fe Tequila Company rises to top my list of favorites. There is a vast expanse separating S. Fe Tequila Co. from 99% of the rest of the Mexican restaurants I've experienced in CO. I am grateful that I no longer have to make the road trip to Santa Fe or Buena Vista (Casa Del Sol, another favorite restaurant) to have an awesome N Mexican style dining experience. I am more impressed with what happens in the kitchen than the ambiance of the neighborhood or the bathroom. The meals and sauces are authentic & delicious. The Margaritas are great. I have enjoyed everything I've ordered so far. I am very blue collar when it comes to what I order. That said, I had no problem locating old favorites like Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas, Red & Green (Christmas Style) beef & Chicken Enchiladas, Carne Adovada, or Chile Rellenos. If this restaurant were open for breakfast I would order the enchiladas with a fresh egg on top. My wife and I love the fresh squash, corn & avocado side dish & the posole. I praise Santa Fe Tequila Company for daring to open an authentic N Mexico style restaurant & bring back the chiles & spices that define N Mexican food. There are hundreds of places to get a mediocre Mexican meal. Santa Fe Tequila Company is for the true connoisseur. Some may not yet appreciate Gourmet New Mexican Food. So they should give this restaurant a try. My only recommendation is to turn up the heat & chiles even more. I would also recommend a "shredded beef” option for the enchiladas. Since not everyone is a N Mexico Chile lover yet, perhaps they could offer Mild, Medium, and HOT options on the menu. Then folks could titrate up as they desire.. For me, the hotter & the more N Mexican Chiles the better. NewMexicanFoodLover

Pros: The restaurant captures the flavor & ambiance of N Mexico Santa Fe style dining

Cons: Can't think of any

05/15/2008 Posted by jsnix

The food and service are exceptional, as is the decor. My wife and I go there to unwind with a Marg and chips and guacamole. The entrees are also excellent, the carne asada in particular. I strongly recommend you give Santa Fe Tequila Company a try.

05/15/2008 Posted by mybily

my family loves the santa fe tequila company. we have been eating there since the very begining and it keeps getting better and better! it's the perfect place for a family and at the same time its the perfect place for entertaining a group of friends out for the evening! we have even help a private party or two in the back room and the food, service and surrounds are top notch! its a wonderful casual southwestern evening...and i havent even mentioned the food! from the hot home made chips (not to worry if you finish a basket, they keep bringing more) to the fire roasted salsa and to-die for homemade guacamole...its hard not to fill up on just that! my favorite main dish is the carne asada...flavorful, juicy slices of steak! the ribs....the meat falls off the bone and melts into your mouth! i have tried many dishes and i am yet to be disappointed! as for the bar....you name it, they make it and you will love it! everything is delicious! i highly recommend the santa fe tequila company for anyone looking for a great casual southwestern dining experience with family or friends!

05/14/2008 Posted by absolutev

Lori Midson is absolutely correct in her recent review about the Santa Fe Tequila Company as she raves about the décor. As for the rest of her critique, it is very hard to swallow. Either she has been taking medication that alters ones taste buds, or she has come to appreciate and expect all the other rubbish that is out there. Walking into this incredible space transports one from Denver to a New Mexico oasis. Offering 60 plus tequilas, which are complemented by a drink menu with over 24 unique and brilliant concoctions, it is hard to believe that one would choose to harp on a house margarita. Made with Sauza Gold, simple syrup and lime that has been freshly squeezed in front of your eyes, one can hardly draw any recollection to “dishwashing detergent.” If Gold is not your fancy, how about some silver? The Santa Fe Tequila Company Silver Coin margarita is made with SilverCoin Tequila that is distilled in Santa Fe. So why bother with worrying about Albuquerque’s sparkling wine, Gruet, when one can sip on this crisp, refreshing drink, which is clearly Santa Fe…and tequila. Apart from the bar, the restaurant boasts Santa Fe-ean cuisine, which is not Mexican, Tex-Mex (currently accepted as Mexican), or some fusion. Instead, the Tequila Company takes a more homemade and simple approach because well, it is. In response to her timing, perhaps she should also try the late night atmosphere, when the DJ booth comes alive with fresh local Denver talent, spinning to a welcoming crowd. I would bet my margarita that the Santa Fe Tequila Company is the one spot to look out for in Denver. Just a stone’s throw from downtown, it is one place that this ‘LoDo guru’ will splurge on cab fare for, even though there is ample free parking. So I dare you to try this new restaurant on Santa Fe that earned its spot by fully exhibiting what this district boasts: art! (Lori Midson's review apeared in the Rocky Mountain News on May 8, 2008)

Pros: Atmosphere, Location

05/13/2008 Posted by Lollydoc

I've been here with people from work, my husband, and neighborhood friends. This place was perfect for all three situations. There's a fun bar atmosphere on one side, and the restaurant side felt cozy and intimate. Their margaritas are delicious, as are their mojitos. I love the guacamole, and always end up eating way too much of it. My favorite menu items are the Navajo Taco, Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas, and the Ancho Chile Barbecue Ribs. And if you're a tequila connoisseur, their list is huge!