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This is Santa Fe's closest thing to a swanky nightclub. Be prepared to lay down some cash to pay for cover and the expensive martinis. Upstairs there are two bars (one smoking) which are rather laid back with neon lights and videos playing on the walls. Downstairs is the dance floor, probably the only place in town where you can feel like you are clubbing (almost). Look for the interesting folks who decide to dance on the tables, that is entertainment enough! Oh, and check out the bathroom with the fake grass all over the walls.
Dress to impress. Leave a Comment Theme: NightclubAddress: 135 W. Palace Ave.Directions: Take the stairs or elevator to the third floor entrance.
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I went to the bar at El Farol on a night when the amazing band 'Nosotros' was playing. The place was packed and people were salsa/merenge dancing like crazy. Some people were just crazy dancers, but anyways... The bar serves good food from the restaurant (Spanish cuisine) and the service was quite efficient considering the surrounding chaos. You'll find a 30s+ crowd here, both locals and tourists. Leave a Comment Theme: Eating and DrinkingAddress: 808 Canyon Rd.
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Anything your heart desires! Leave a Comment Theme: Eating and DrinkingAddress: 406 Old Santa Fe Trail; Santa Fe, New MexicoPhone: (505) 983-7712
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good fun- good live music
eclectic- come as you are
Casual Leave a Comment Theme: Live MusicDirections: S. Gaudelupe st. near Montezuma
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For the best drinks in town, try the following. The Bull Ring is a dark, high-end bar, with large and strong well drinks. It's the hangout for many politician-types, and is a good place to have mellow conversation.
The Rio Chama is also a bit dark, but has leather couches and chairs for sitting by the fire. Their attraction for me is the Happy Hour from 4-7 pm each day -- where Margaritas are $3 and beers are $2.
Second Street Brewery has great beers.
Bar B is all about having fun and talking with your friends (especially if you're just about to meet them). It is very gay-friendly.
These are the spots for good drinks. Actually, if you're into dancing/club scene, Bar B (within The Paramount) also has great drinks. The best thing about Bar B is the clientele (a bit from every walk), the red velvet walls decorated with monthly art shows, the glass art behind the bar, and the leopard patterned velvet chairs. Bar B usually has comedy, music or something nightly.
Second Street usually has live music (local musicians) every night, and there's a patio outside under some Aspen trees that's great for summer afternoons/eves.
Dress more 'up' for Bull Ring, Rio Chama, and Bar B; Dress 'down' for Second Street. Leave a Comment Theme: Live MusicDirections: Bull Ring and Rio Chama are walking distance from the Plaza. The Paramount/Bar B are at Guadalupe and Sandoval, still within a mile of the plaza. Second Street is less than 5 miles from the Plaza, onOther Contact: Bar B: 505-982-8808 Bull Ring: 5
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La Fonda hotel (right on the plaza) is totally where the tourists go. However, I must say, that's exactly why I go there. On the weekends, look for a band called Sierra. They play a little funky side of country, and there's a tiny little dance floor next to the bar.
If I want to escape to a little place for some two-stepping with my boyfriend, we go here.
La Fonda actually has a great dining room too, with good lunch prices. You dine in a room with a very high ceiling and glass top, and there's a giant ficus tree in the center of the room. Very organic yet upscale.
Santa Fe Style -- as I've described before -- we're a touristy spot, but also very 'New Mexico' -- often called the 'land of manana' (like later, or tomorrow). This all means, dress in whatever is comfortable. However, sweats don't go. Jeans and a dressy shirt always work.
The Santa Fe style is jeans with an ironed crease in the pants. No ties for the men, jeans and blazers with the top button of your shirt unbuttoned, is always acceptable. Boots, particularly 'ropers' (which have a low heel and round toe), are always nice too. Leave a Comment Theme: Live MusicOther Contact: La Fonda:
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High-quality performances in a spectacular setting.
Almost every seat in the house has a good view of the stage, although, on a warm night, the balcony and the rear corners of the main floor can get unpleasantly stuffy. If you have the choice, get center seats farther back, rather than close-in seats at the far sides: the set designers aren't always careful about sight lines. The acoustics, however, are excellent throughout the whole theater (so better a less-than-ideal seat than not going at all!).
Standing room is a bargain. Standing spots are numbered, and you're provided with a "shelf" to lean on and the same subtitle displays as the seats. Tickets are sold in advance through the Opera box office (and web site). Some performances fill up fast, so buy them early.
Pre-opera tailgate parties in the parking lot are a big tradition. Some are elaborate, with white tablecloths and silver champagne coolers; but if you bring takeout from Whole Foods and a couple of folding chairs, you can still have a great time watching the sun set.
NOTE: Performances start at 9 PM when the season begins, and get earlier as the days grow shorter. Be sure to check the time on your ticket before making dinner plans, as they're strict about making latecomers wait until the next scene change to take their seats.
Always be SURE to bring a jacket or coat, preferably rainproof. The theater is roofed, but if there's a thunderstorm (which happens fairly often) rain can blow in, and it can be a long walk back to your car. Also, when you leave at midnight, it may be 30 degrees cooler than when you showed up with your picnic basket at 7:30. (I bought a loden-cloth cape 16 years ago in Vienna, and it's been indispensible for the Opera.)
Wear fairly solid shoes -- flimsy sandals are a thoroughly BAD idea if you have to slog back to your car in a thunderstorm. But do dress appropriately: if you show up in a nylon jogging suit, you might as well wear a neon sign that screams "Clueless tourist"! Leave a Comment Theme: ConcertDirections: North of Santa Fe on the Taos highway, about 10 minutes from town.
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Maria Benitez retired in summer 2008 (although she's taken breaks before and come back, so who knows?). The cabaret where she performed was taken over by her protege Juan Siddi (a.k.a. Juanaire) and a troupe incorporating many veteran Benitez dancers and musicians, who presented a comparatively abbreviated but well-reviewed season in July and August. I didn't get to see the show myself, unfortunately; but, based on having seen Juanaire's and other members' performances over a number of seasons, I'd enthusiastically recommend it to any flamenco fan.
No dress code, but most guests dress up a bit. (The room is on several levels separated by steps, so I recommend low-heeled shoes.)
I think the stools at the back of the room have the best view of the stage. Flamenco is sweaty work, so if you sit at the tables in front of the stage, you're likely to get splashed (although for some people that may be just part of the intimate gypsy experience) ...
If you're mobility-impaired, tell the box office when you make reservations, and they'll see that you're accommodated.
Warning: NO PHOTOS!! NO RECORDING!! TURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONES!!! (No kidding, the musicians will stop the show if your phone goes off.) Leave a Comment Theme: DancingDirections: In the Lodge hotel, off St. Francis Drive just north of downtown. Call the Lodge Hotel box office, 505-988-1234, for reservations or information.Website: www.juansiddiflamenco.com
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The Bell Tower in the Plaza for an afternoon cocktail...
Awesome view, Great sunning area
Extremely sTrong drinks....
casual Leave a Comment Theme: Eating and DrinkingDirections: in the plaza - go thru hotel up to bell tower
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Flamenco passion
Semi-Formal to Casual Theme: Live MusicDirections: Ramada Inn on North end of Santa FeOther Contact: www.mariabenitez.com
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