Jambo Cafe

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2010 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505, USA
Added by Jopie, at 29 March 2017

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• Anonymous

  22 April 2018

  Small place in a strip mall, but the food is SO delicious! Staff is friendly. If I’m ever back in town, I’d definitely return to try other dishes! (Pictured: coconut shrimp, combo plate, and chicken curry.)

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• Anonymous

  11 April 2018

  Wow. Just wow. The food was AMAZING. Out quick and did not disappoint. I lived in Santa fe my whole life (28) and didn't know how much I missed out for so long. Food is great. Only thing was I felt that the waiter wasn't friendly. But I came to eat not make friends. Tip the cook.

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• Anonymous

  24 March 2018

  Came here while on vacation and the food is some of the best food I have ever eaten at a reasonable price for the quality. I ordered the Pili Pili shrimp and the shrimp was the best cooked shrimp I have ever had. I tried my friend’s food and everything was cooked to perfection and delicious. The plating on everything was also beautiful. Our server was great and very knowledgeable about the food. The atmosphere is also wonderful. It was so good that we actually came back the day after before we left town and it was just as great as the first time. You can’t go wrong with anything you order, and you’re making a big mistake if you don’t eat here.

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• Anonymous

  18 March 2018

  I visited Santa Fe for a few days to see some friends that recently moved there. This was the first meal I had when I landed in the city and wow. I was blown away.
  
  First of all, the roti with their sauce (I think it's pineapple based) is delicious. Their plantains with the same sauce is very tasty as well. We ordered family style so I was able to taste a few different types of curry. All I know is there was chicken involved and it was so good we had to come back and eat at Jambo again.
  
  I live in New York and have only been to Santa Fe for a few days. However, I felt compelled to write this review because I find myself daydreaming about this food on a daily basis. I hope to visit Santa Fe again and have some more of that delectable roti.

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• Anonymous

  19 February 2018

  This restaurant was recommended to us by a local during our visit to Santa Fe. We almost didn't go, because it's in a strip mall. Let me assure you that choosing another restaurant would have been a tremendous mistake. This is one of the best restaurants at which my wife and I have eaten.
  
  Eat there!
  
  As soon as you walk through the door, it becomes clear that Jambo is a local favorite. Jambo has a quiet, yet busy, atmosphere with staff who works quickly and professionally.
  
  The menu offers a plethora of items for any appetite and is reasonably priced. When the food promptly arrives, you will be only moments away from enjoying some of the best food in Santa Fe (or beyond).Try the coconut shrimp, curry and sweet potato soup, and beef kabobs.

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• Anonymous

  27 October 2017

  With all the amazing cuisine in Santa Fe, it's always a hard choice deciding what to eat when I visit. That being said, I've never missed a chance to visit Jambo. This place is phenomenal in every aspect. The fusion of cuisine here is remarkably unique and works in a way that is almost uncanny. Do yourself a favor if you're in the area and drop by!

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• Anonymous

  19 September 2017

  Delicious break from the common everyday meal. The succulent combination of fruits, spices and meats were a delightful experience. Jambo cafe is the place you cannot miss when you visit Santa Fe.

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• Anonymous

  12 September 2017

  My friend and I ordered through dashing delivery not realizing how late it was.. about 15 minutes to closing. We had been packing and moving stuff all day.
  Anyway, we were scared that everything would be a mess, but they packaged it up well and everything was hot.
  All of the food we ordered (plantains, coconut tofu, lentil soup, rice, pecan pie and pumpkin flan) was delicious and super tasty and we'll seasoned. Honestly one of the best pieces of pecan pie that I have ever had.
  We feel bad for ordering so late, but thanks so much for having consistent service and amazing food.
  Maybe that lady who ran through the front was just trying to get to the pie faster.

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• Anonymous

  04 August 2017

  Really great place. Fantastic chef and owner (pretty sure its the same guy) and very friendly and attentive staff. Always fantastic food. I highly recommend this place. Don't skip this local gem. It's worth the price, the wait, all of it. It's damn good food. 👍

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• Anonymous

  25 July 2017

  Can’t say enough good about this place. Awesome food! Great staff! They even have a store 2 doors down to buy their spices, cookbooks and gifts.

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• Anonymous

  22 July 2017

  Great food, usually quite busy, so be prepared for that. They do take reservations however. The staff is friendly and courteous. I have never had a bad meal here, we eat here quite often.

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• Anonymous

  19 July 2017

  We were excited to try this place. Sadly, the night we picked the service was off. The host seemed to be more interested in his phone and dancing than be attentive to guests. Also, our server seemed to be over being at work.
  
  That said, the food was very tasty. We ordered the coconut chicken curry and the goat stew. Both were delicious and sizeable.

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• Anonymous

  19 July 2017

  Wait staff very friendly although a bit backed up. We had to ask for water and beer refills twice. Food was fine. Family said jerk chicken, shown in picture, could have more spice/heat and more meat offered.

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• Anonymous

  05 April 2017

  One of my favorites in Santa Fe - I always bring visitors here. Sometimes I just close my eyes and point to the menu and order. It is always good. Chef Ahmed is dedicated, friendly and always makes time to come say hello to his loyal customers (and there are many!). The atmosphere is beautiful, happy and relaxed. I've known people who have worked for Jambo and they love it. I'm told it's a very relaxed working atmosphere, even though the service is good. Nobody is running around afraid to be yelled at if they're not fast enough. And finally the music is great too 🎵

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