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Photo courtesy of Prairie Star Restaurant and Wine Bar
Photo courtesy of Prairie Star Restaurant
Photo courtesy of Prairie Star Restaurant and Wine Bar
Photo courtesy of Prairie Star Restaurant and Wine Bar

Prairie Star at Santa Ana Golf Club

Item: Prairie Star at Santa Ana Golf Club
Author: Steve Larese

Cuisine: American, Fusion, New American, Southwestern

Price Range: $$

10Best Says

At the Prairie Star restaurant on the Santa Ana Pueblo, you'll experience great food and spectacular scenery while dining in an old adobe mansion from the 1940's, complete with hand-carved wooden accents and cozy corner fireplaces. Enjoy the newly expanded patio and wine bar, where an expansive wine selection is available (more than 2,000 bottles). The menu is New American cuisine, with New Mexico and World-fusion influences. The The popular Scallop Margarita starter has green chile, red onions, avocado, cilantro, tequila, lemon and lime juice for $9. Entrees including Cedar Smoke Tenderloin, the Smoked Duck Mac n Cheese and Portobello Ravioli make for a diverse menu that encourages return visits. Dinner is served Tuesday through Sunday. The lawn adjacent to the Prairie Star is a popular spot for weddings, corporate events and other private gatherings. Located 15 minutes north of Albuquerque (Exit 242 from I-25 and travel west) at Santa Ana Pueblo near Bernalillo, it's worth the drive.

Address:

288 Prairie Star Rd
Santa ana Pueblo, NM 87004
505-867-3327

Hours:

Tue-Sun 5:30pm-9pm

Website:

prairiestarrestaurant.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Steve Larese
Travel Expert

Best Restaurants: "Be sure to request a window table when making reservations, to catch the sun setting on the Sandia Mountains."

Recommended as Best Restaurants Because: Excellent food paired with an extensive wine list served in this flowing New Mexico structure that has great views of the Sandia Mountains.

Dining Room 2018
- Small Plates
  
  Santa Ana Blue Corn Calamari
  
  Basil Aioli, House Made Marinara ($10.00)
  
  Artisan Cheese Tasting
  
  Aged Manchego, Stilton, St. Andre Triple Crème, Port Irish Cheddar, Taleggio, Kalamata Tapenade, Fruit Compote, Prosciutto and Sopressata ($16.00)
  
  Grilled Tomato Bruschetta
  
  Sun-dried Tomato Tapenade, Kalamata Olives & Artichoke Hearts, House-pulled Mozzarella, Tomato Concasse ($12.00)
  
  Onion Fried Shrimp
  
  Watercress, Cashews, Fried Wonton, Sriracha Aioli, Ginger Soy Vinaigrette ($12.00)
  
  Korean BBQ Short Rib
  
  Spicy Korean BBQ, Kimchi ($15.00)
  
  Lobster & Shrimp Relleno
  
  Amber Beer Battered, Tucumcari White Cheddar, Red Bell Pepper Coulis ($14.00)
  
  Truffle Cheese Pommes Frites
  
  House Cut, 5 Peppercorn Blend, Pecorino Romano ($6.00)
- Salads
  
  Fried Caprese Salad
  
  Citrus Encrusted House Pulled Mozzarella, Fried Basil, Estancia Tomato, Arcadian Greens, Basil Oil & Balsamic Reduction ($11.00)
  
  Seasonal Berry and Watercress Salad
  
  Spinach, Tucumcari Feta, Cashews, Balsamic Vinaigrette ($9.00)
  
  Grilled Heart of Romaine
  
  Estancia Tomato, Pecorino Romano, Sesame Cracker, Pecan Dust, Creamy Caesar Dressing ($8.00)
- Signature Dishes
  
  Applewood Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pheasant
  
  Wild Mushroom Risotto Cake, Broccolini, Dijon Tarragon Pan Sauce ($32.00)
  
  Pan Seared Bison Tenderloin
  
  Herbed Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Pepper Demi, Basil Pesto, Tucumcari Feta ($48.00)
  
  Oil Poached Chilean Sea Bass
  
  Dino Kale, Purple Potato Puree, Tomato & Fennel, Caper Remoulade ($42.00)
  
  Black Garlic Baked Salmon
  
  Tatsoi with Enoki Mushrooms, Steamed Rice, Lemon Grass Beurre Blanc ($30.00)
- Entrees
  
  Beeler's Pork Tenderloin
  
  Citrus Grilled Asparagus, Sweet Corn Polenta Cake, Chimichurri ($36.00)
  
  Allison Ranch Wagyu Striploin
  
  Leek Bread Pudding, Grilled Asparagus, Bone Marrow Butter, Pepper Demi ($39.00)
  
  Santa Ana Blue Corn Encrusted Trout
  
  Asparagus Succotash, Corn & Edamame, Smoked Almond Romesco ($23.00)
  
  Spaghetti Squash with Artichoke
  
  Braised Greens, Kalamata Olives & Manchego Cheese, House Made Marinara ($21.00)
  
  Prairie Star Wagyu Burger
  
  Half-Pound American Wagyu, Bleu Cheese, Golden Beet, Arugula, Pretzel Bun, Truffle Cheese Pommes Frites ($20.00)
  
  Peppered Jidori® Airline Chicken Breast
  
  Garlic Roasted Baby Potatoes, Baby Vegetables, Wild Mushroom Diane Sauce ($28.00)
Wine Bar & Patio 2018
- Starters ~ Summer 2018
  
  Artisan Cheese Tasting
  
  Aged Manchego, Stilton, St. Andre, Triple Crème, Port Irish Cheddar, Taleggio, Kalamata Tapenade, Fruit Compote, Prosciutto and Sopressata ($16.00)
  
  Grilled Tomato Bruschetta
  
  Sun-dried Tomato Tapenade, Kalamata Olives & Artichoke Hearts, House-Pulled Mozzarella, Tomato Concasse ($12.00)
  
  Korean BBQ Short Rib
  
  Spicy Korean BBQ, Kimchi ($15.00)
  
  Onion Fried Shrimp
  
  Watercress with Cashews, Fried Wonton, Sriracha Aioli, Ginger Soy Vinaigrette ($12.00)
  
  Grilled Heart of Romaine Salad
  
  Estancia Tomatoes, Pecorino Romano, Sesame Cracker, Hazelnut Dust, Creamy Caesar Vinaigrette ($8.00)
  
  Lobster and Shrimp Relleno
  
  Amber Beer Battered, Tucumcari White Cheddar, Red Bell Pepper Coulis ($14.00)
  
  Prairie Star Wagyu Burger
  
  Half-Pound American Wagyu, Bleu Cheese, Golden Beet, Arugula, Pretzel Bun, Truffle Cheese Pommes Frites ($20.00)
  
  Truffle Cheese Pommes Frites
  
  House-Cut, 5 Peppercorn Blend with Pecorino Romano ($6.00)
  
  Santa Ana Blue Corn Calamari
  
  Basil Aioli, House Made Marinara ($10.00)
- Prairie Star Summer Cocktails
  
  Paloma
  
  Espolon Silver, Sprite, Fresh Lime Juice ($9.00)
  
  Gold Star Margarita
  
  Patron Silver, Fresh-Made Sour Mix, Grand Marnier floated on top ($12.00)
  
  John Daly
  
  Deep Eddy Sweet Tea Vodka, Lemonade ($8.00)
Dessert 2018
- Desserts
  
  Bourbon Braised Peach Crème Brûlée
  
  Pecan Biscotti ($7.00)
  
  Matcha Green Tea Fruit Tart
  
  Lemon Grass Mousse, Candied Ginger ($7.00)
  
  Champagne Mango Gelée
  
  Candied Cashews, Meringue ($6.00)
  
  Dark Chocolate Decadence
  
  Cordillera Chocolate Mousse, Amarena Cherries ($8.00)
  
  House Spun Ice Cream
  
  Seasonal, Ask your server! ($5.00)

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