- Reidie
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Santa Fe Cattle Company
I needed to find a place located near our hotel (Courtyard Marriott-Opryland), a family-friendly place that could accommodate 13 of us, one with a menu that offered a wide variety of items to satisfied everyone's taste buds, served alcohol, and was reasonably priced.
I asked for a recommendation at the front desk of our hotel and Santa Fe Cattle Company was mentioned. The clerk said steak, ribs, and fajitas were its specialty items, but they also offered chicken, pastas, and burgers as well. He needed to go no further, as he had my husband at steaks! So, after a quick call, our reservations were made for the next evening at 6pm.
It was located less than a mile from our hotel, and when we arrived, it mirrored a lot of other Southwestern-style steakhouses we had been to before. My only hope was that it was going to please our entire group. Immediately upon walking through the doors, you are hit with an awesome-smelling whiff of the hickory scent coming from their grills, and then you spot a large wooden barrel loaded with peanuts and people waiting in line or at their tables just throwing the shells on the floor. Now, what's more family-friendly than that? This is when I realized this place might actually fix the bill.
We were quickly seated in a back section of the restaurant and given large menus to explore. The menu offers steaks, ribs, seafood, fajitas, burgers, and chicken dishes. Prices were generally in the $10 and $25 dollar range, with a few entrees under $10. They offer a wide variety of beverages and alcoholic drinks as well. After a careful review of the menu, our orders were placed. Drinks came quickly, but the meals took awhile to come out, but hot buttered rolls, our salads, large dishes of peanuts, and family to visit with made the time fly by quickly.
Most of us ordered steaks ,with a few choosing to dine on fajitas or chicken. My rib-eye cut was superb. Done exactly how I requested, with just a hint of a hickory favor, made this a truly delightful meal. My husband's porterhouse was huge, almost fork tender, and was finished in a matter minutes. The side dish of smashed garlic potatoes were very yummy as well. Looking around this place, you see all the families and friends gathered together, sharing laughs and good food, and all with smiles on their faces. That’s always a good sign in my eyes.
I was impressed with the friendly, efficient staff that was on hand that evening to handle our large group. She made our meal very pleasant and enjoyable. Drinks were served quickly and steadily so we didn't go thirsty. Everyone I spoke with from our clan left satisfied and extremely full.
By all means, if a casual atmosphere, great value meal, friendly staff, and fun place to eat at is what you are looking for, then I don’t think you will be disappointed.
From journal A Family Sharing Good Times in Nashville
Sante Fe Cattle Co.
- March 8, 2004
- Rated 4 of 5 by
mrutherford from Bay, Arkansas
This is a good place for a steak dinner. As the name implies, you'll find a Southwest flavor here. The night we were there, they were extremely busy, but we still had courteous and prompt service once we were seated.
From journal New Year's in Nashville
Sante Fe Cattle Co.
- August 22, 2003
- Rated 4 of 5 by
MOUTHY64 from NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio
Very nice place to have dinner as a couple or family. We went with our three children and kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal and their meals were nice sized portions. You get peanuts to eat while you order and wait for your meal. TVs in corners also. Very nice and affordable. The condo also offers free coupons to take with you -- our bill was less than $30, so you can offer a nice healthy tip.
From journal NASHVILLE
Sante Fe Cattle Co.
- August 9, 2003
- Rated 5 of 5 by
Reidie from Myersville, Maryland
We had excellent service from our server and other staff. Among our entrees were steak and ribs, soft tacos, and enchiladas. All were excellent. The salads and side dishes were great and the bread was soft, warm, and delicious.
The menu and decor was Tex-Mex. The bathrooms even had the old tin doors for a western look.
Most of the local hotels had coupons for this restaurant.
From journal I'm a Little Bit Country, Music City USA