Become an Escondido Member

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Members receive priority reservations, pre-sale opportunities for events, member discounts, annual Escondido gifts, access to quarterly members-only events …and so much more!

If you’d like to become a VIP Member of Escondido, please fill out the form below.

Blanco

$100/year
  • 10% all food for your entire party (unlimited visits)
  • Escondido gift bag.

Joven

$500/year
  • 10% all food for your entire party (unlimited visits)
  • Escondido gift bag.
  • Early access to annual imersive dinners
  • Dinner for two, on us

Reposado

$1,000/year
  • 10% all food for your entire party (unlimited visits)
  • Escondido gift bag.
  • Early access to annual imersive dinners
  • Dinner for four, on us.
  • Chef’s special bite every time you visit

Añejo

$5,000/year
  • 10% all food for your entire party (unlimited visits)
  • Escondido gift bag.
  • Early access to annual imersive dinners
  • Dinner for four, on us.
  • Chef’s special bite every time you visit
  • Private dinner for 6 with Chef Fernando
  • Priority reservations

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Escondido Owner and Executive Chef

At the heart of Escondido is Chef Fernando Ruiz, a three-time Food Network champion with a passionate vision. Known for his dedication and culinary excellence, Chef Ruiz sees Escondido as his most personal venture yet—a home for his inventive dishes and a hub for culinary enthusiasts. Supporting Escondido means joining Chef Ruiz on his most ambitious journey yet.

Escondido Cuisine

Chef Ruiz’s menu for Escondido is a love letter to Mexican culinary traditions infused with innovative twists that speak to his journey and his community’s tastes. By backing this project, you’re championing a menu that values creativity, quality, and sustainability.

Sourcing and Sustainability

Our commitment to local sourcing and sustainable practices is at the core of Escondido’s philosophy. Your support helps establish partnerships with local farmers and producers, ensuring that every meal not only tastes good, but does good for Santa Fe. We are currently partnered with Above Sea Level for the freshest fish imported to Santa Fe and Chama Valley Meat Company for their grass-fed beef. Your support helps us keep up with sourcing seasonal produce and providing you with the freshest and highest-quality ingredients.

Location and Ambiance

Escondido is near Harrison Road and Agua Fria Street in Central Santa Fe. With a rooftop patio stays open until 11 p.m., we fill the need for a quality late-night dining option in Santa Fe. 

Chef Ruiz is dedicated to having delicious dishes available at every price point, making Escondido accessible to everyone. Escondido will be a unique place where you can stop for a quick lunch or plan to celebrate a special occasion with a high-end dinner. Every detail, from the custom art on the walls, the perfected dishes on the menu, and even the unique sound design in the restaurant, has been considered and specialized for the absolute best dining experience we could imagine, and it’s all for you, Santa Fe.