Welcome to Santa Fe Cafe
New Mexico next door!
Santa Fe Café is the only place on Hilton Head Island to find authentic Southwestern cuisine, and nothing is more representative of this favorite locals’ eatery than a bowl of painted desert soup. Made from red pepper, corn, Mexican cream, and mole, it’s a feast for the eyes and palate. Regional dishes plus traditional Mexican recipes are the stars of the menu at this vibrant, refined restaurant with a New Mexico look.
New Mexico Rooftop Cantina Experience
Santa Fe Café’s rooftop cantina is the eatery’s most popular spot throughout the year. The cantina’s kiva fireplace makes this a romantic and inviting space for having dinner.
Marshall Sampson and Sean Crosby are the owners of Santa Fe Café, which has been bringing islanders and visitors the flavors of the American Southwest for almost 29 years. Santa Fe Café is proud of its tenured staff including many who have been there for over 10 years.
Every year, they re-fresh the décor. The result is a visually-pleasing atmosphere that welcomes diners inside.
Look Inside Santa Fe Cafe
Featured Dishes
Innovative southwestern cuisine and popular Mexican dishes
Painted Dessert Soup
Corn & red pepper soup with Mexican cream and mole
Mesquite Grilled Lamb Chops
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes, cranberry chipotle sauce & Southwestern vegetables
Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Served over smoked habanero BBQ sauce with black beans, topped with sweet potato fries