Reviews for The Compound Restaurant in Santa Fe, NM
This was our 5th time to dine here, I think the past times set the bar very high. We were very disappointed with our experience... there tonight. We had a subpar waiter, who spent more time in a storage closet than tending tables. We shared a lettuce salad,but it looked like it had come out of a bag. I had more wilted leaves than fresh. My entree was very good, I had the chickenbreast. It was prepared perfectly, very tasty. My husband ordered the Cod and at first bite he knew something was off. I trieda bite as well and knew the same. Our waiter had only asked how things were immediately after the plates arrived. He did notreappear or take notice that we had ended up sharing the chicken. When he did finally emerge from the storage closet again(picture if the closet included, it was in my line of site), he realized the Cod hadn't been touched. We explained it was "off",we didn't want them to think we were trying to not pay, so we did offer to pay and he left things up in the air. When hereturned, he did say, "They made me take the fish off", not a professional reply to an issue. A visit from a GM would have beennice. We skipped dessert and left. We had dined in under an hour. We are so disappointed, and won't put The Compound on ourlist going forward. Also, just a side note, the silverware was tarnished and mismatched. Details matter, if you arent takingcare of the details, there is more being overlooked. I know its hard to find good help, however, you must train your people,and our waiter could have used that as well as some supervision. Historically, we've spent a lot of time and money here andthoroughly enjoyed it. I also felt sorry for the young lady assisting the waiter, she was very sweet and trying her best. Read more
This was hands down one of the best meals I’ve ever had. The quality and freshness of the food was phenomenal. I’m pretty... sure I said “wow” aloud after every bite. I ordered the Organic Breast of Chicken, Grilled Apricot Garzpacho and theCalifornia Cherry Tart. Worth every penny! Kuddos to the entire staff at The Compound. If you’re coming here for dinner I’dbuffer at least 2 hours to soak in the entire experience. Can’t wait to come back the next time I’m in Santa Fe! Read more
Justifiably famous. The charming interior designed by Alexander Girard (the angled booth seating is unique and comfortable), the... charming staff... And the superb food! Came here for lunch. First comes the fresh bread and butter--yum! Next, the onion ringtower (lightly battered, almost like tempura). I had the house-made pastrami sandwich--toothsome, tender, with Beer-BraisedSweet Onions Horseradish-Mustard Mayonnaise, house made chips and coke slaw. My friend had the wedge salad with Bleu cheese andbacon. Dessert was heavenly Molton chocolate cake with blood orange sorbet. The staff is so nice, they don't rush you. Thisis a very special place for a memorable meal! TIP: Reservations are a must but easily done online through Google or OpenTable Read more
The pastrami sandwich is sooooo delicious! Drinks are always the best! Lunch on the patio is dreamy. Dinner is also so... wonderful. Shnitzel is the best ever! Read more
I enjoyed my 60th birthday at The Compound this evening. First of all, the wine sommelier pointed me to a wonderful bottle of... French Burgundy and a glass of Reising for my son. She was excellent. My son had their oysters and said they were the freshesthe had ever tasted. I had the tenderloin and my son had the sea scallops and both entrees were a amazing. Since it was mybirthday, our server suggested the Lemon cake for dessert with all kinds of great sauces. I brought it home and at this writingit has already been consumed!! lol. Excellent meal and excellent service. A local’s dream!! Well enjoyed! Read more
From the room, to the service, to the food and drinks, this restaurant is a showstopper. We ordered 3 appetizers, 3 mains, 2... sides, and 2 desserts. Everything was top notch, and the portions are not tiny by any means. I am glad we could walk back toour Airbnb and burn a few of those calories. The chef and sommelier came to the table and told good care of us. Just a perfectmeal. Read more
Excellent food and service. The oysters on the half shell were great, the freshest I've had in New Mexico. The fresh squeezed... lime Mezcal cocktail was the perfect accompaniment. Wine selection was also unequaled to anything I've seen since moving fromthe west coast. Scallops and grits and the pork tenderloin were excellent as was the apple caramel cheesecake dessert. Will besavoring this meal for a long time to come. Read more
Ample parking in back, stairs to the right of building. Elegant atmosphere. Starters were a very enjoyable peach gazpacho with... tomato and goat cheese creme fraiche, and the tuna tartare was also good. Entrées were the roasted chicken with cherries,celery and grapes in a lovely sauce - super tender. The 3 large scallops were perfectly seared with tomatoes and other veggies.There was just enough room for dessert. Had the chocolate opera cake and lemon buttermilk cake. Perfect portions. Great service! Read more