Santo Arcadia

Walked over to check out the new place. Wife and I are big fans of Espiritu in Mesa and this place has just the same elevated food. The atmosphere is totally opposite- spaced out, well lit area. Like most places, the bar is a great place to sit and interact with bartenders. Justin and Justin were both great to us. Friendly, knowledgeable, professional... one has a mixology background and it shows in the delicious cocktails made. The other is very knowledgeable about agave and can lead you to a tasty cocktail.The food did not disappoint. Everything had just rich and complex flavors. From the frijoles to the clams/mussels, and all the way to the dinosaur short rib and then tres leches. The yam salad was one thing that was crazy different - yet simple. Everything is good size to share - and you'll want to with all the dishes and flavors to experience.

Cute restaurant with patient and friendly service for our large party of about 14. My husband and I ordered the pan seared ocean trout and braised dinosaur short rib. Both were very filling, flavorful, and delicious! Bigger portions than expected for a restaurant of this kind. Think elevated Mexican.Wished price point was a bit lower but overall we would return on special occasions! Friend ordered the chicken dish and found the rice very salty.

Food was absolutely Cocktails Service was great.Vibe was great.Parking is easy and complimentary valet.And they have separate speakeasy behind the restaurant which is fantastic as well..!

We came to Santo Arcadia with high expectations. We've been to the other restaurants from this team - - Espiritu, Cocina Chiwas, Tacos Chiwas, and Bacanora, and they have all been great.The decor was fine. It isn't bad, but it isn't spectacular. Tables separated by a half wall with wallpaper--white with big flowers, all in white and green. There is a long bar with plants hanging overhead. Unfortunately, my view on the decor may have been skewed because we were seated at the last table off to the side, by a refrigerator with bottles and cans of soda and other drinks and outside of the open kitchen door and its bright lights. Had I known before we were seated, I may have asked to be seated elsewhere.We ordered drinks-- I got the Fuego and Fuma, a delicious smoked drink--and I do mean delicious! We skipped appetizers and ordered our food. Hubby got the chicken supremo, which was served with whole beans and charred scallions with a big bowl of rice on the side. It was served with a very yummy tortilla and some salsa. It was fantastic! I was not very hungry, so I ordered the birria dumplings off the appetizer menu. It was the perfect size for me for dinner. And it was absolutely 100% amazing! There were four fat dumplings in a thick broth, that wasn't really a broth, but more like a gravy consistency. It was spicy and had corn in it and was so good that if I hadn't been in public I would have picked up that bowl and licked All of it up! As the sun went down, the dining room looked prettier--or maybe it just didn't matter anymore because we had tasted the fantastic food.. But it didn't really matter because you are there for the food - - and it really is delicious!

Santo is a hidden gem in Arcadia. You could easily pass by it, but don't! The food is really good here!I came for happy hour and ordered some oysters and birria dumplings in addition to some cava to drink. Everything was delicious. We also ordered the Don Roberto en la Playa. If there is one dish you order on the menu, I would recommend this be it. It is like a ceviche with raw scallop, some kind of sushi grade white fish, and grilled octopus. The sauce isn't super punchy and there is a subtle amount of heat to it.We ordered the roasted corn salad, which was very classic and done well. We also got the dinosaur short rib, which was super tender and fantastic.The service was great. The ambiance - it can get a little loud when it is crowded, even early during happy hour!

This morning was a dream having brunch here with my husband and his parents. The interior is very open, warm and inviting. The food is full of so much flavor. Chilaquiles were so tasty! I added pork belly to mine for more protein and I'm glad I did, because it was something a little different than chicken with it. I was the only one that ordered a cocktail surprisingly. I got the Cubana and it had quite a kick to it with the light Tecate lager mixed with salsa negra and Tobasco. I had the others try it as well and they thought it was more of a tart taste but I thought it had a little heat as well. Cold yet enjoyable!The latte art was adorable! Our waitress made a bird and a perfect leaf! I would never have thought I'd find such cute latte art here!Not much parking was found up front but there was extra parking behind the restaurant. There's an open outdoor area which I assume is future patio seating area which will be a hit these spring evenings and early mornings. I want to return for dinner because the menu this morning was only brunch menu, and I'm excited to try the rest of their offerings!

Finally got the chance to dine in at the new restaurant in Arcadia. First off there is complimentary parking, which is nice so you don't have to worry about finding a parking spot.I sat at the bar and was serviced by the bartender Justin who is very friendly and knowledgeable on the menu items. My date had food restrictions (no gluten or dairy) and Justin was kind enough to inform the cook and make substitutions for us.The lobster tostada was very delicious and not spicy at all just very flavorful. The chicken was the take away for me! It came with broccolini, carrots, beans and fresh handmade purple tortillas!

Santo is a hot n new trendy restaurant, a little off the beaten path in Arcadia. We decided to go for their first day of brunch. Despite most dishes on the menu looking delicious, my initial impression was how heavy everything on the menu looked. I ordered the mole breakfast enchiladas with chicken. An egg on top was a nice touch. Interestingly enough, someone in our group ordered the chilaquiles and the eggs were missing? Overall the food was delicious and the menu is exciting. Constructive criticism: Our group of 3 was sat a table for 6, we had to move next to each other in order to hear as the music was super loud. Also, flys were attacking us and our food in the restaurant.

I cannot even explain how excited I am to have Santo in the hood and better yet, biking distance!! The ambiance, cocktails, food, and speakeasy in the back are all 5 stars in my book. I ordered a paloma to start and theirs is one of the best that I've had, ever! We split their frijol con tomate which was tasty but simple - would probably opt for something else next time. The scallop ceviche was TO DIE FOR!! My husband and friends also enjoyed the octopus. We split the Ceasar salad and another seasonal salad - both fantastic. Then for entrees, we split two large cuts of steak that came with roasted potatoes, beans, tortillas, etc. SO YUM.It was the perfect meal for 4 of us. And then we had a nightcap at their speakeasy in the back. We will be back again soon, for sure!

Cool spot for delicious food in Arcadia - their cocktail options are great, I ordered off the menu and also they're able to make different types of margaritas. My friend and I ordered the dumplings, octopus special and Short ribs for dinner. I liked everything, especially the sauce for the octopus appetizer. The dumpling appetizer, I think it would be better if the dumplings were steamed than fried because the outer layer were a bit hard. Overall, good service, drinks and food. Four stars!