Alkemē at Open Kitchen

Alkemē at Open Kitchen ROOTED IN TRADITION. TRANSFORMED BY MAGIC. Alkemē’s menu is heritage cuisine reimagined. Join us on this journey and experience the magic as it unfolds.

For nearly a decade, Open Kitchen has created and curated original, unforgettable shared food experiences that celebrate joyful human connections. Now, Open Kitchen Chef-Owner Hue Chan Karels and Executive Chef Erica Tai are excited to bring Santa Fe a restaurant that pays homage to their Asian culinary roots and brings to life ancestral recipes, stories, and memories of flavors combined with thei

r innovative approach. We aspire to transport guests to the vibrant, rich, and diverse culinary heritage of Vietnam, Taiwan, Korea, and Hawaii's Pacific Rim with an innovative spirit. Our food menu draws from and reinterprets heirloom recipes in a modern context, combining traditional and contemporary techniques to create exciting layers of flavors and diverse textures. An exciting beverage menu harmonizes with the ingredients and flavor profiles of our dishes, from interesting, eclectic wine and beer to creative craft cocktails and mocktails with fresh housemade mixers to heighten the overall dining experience of our guests.

Santa Fe! Thank you so much for your support and naming Alkemē one of Santa Fe's Best #3 for Best Chef, Best Asian Res...
06/01/2026

Santa Fe! Thank you so much for your support and naming Alkemē one of Santa Fe's Best

#3 for Best Chef, Best Asian Restaurant, Best Gluten Free, and Best Vegetarian

Santa Fe! Thank you so much for your support and for naming Alkemē one of Santa Fe's Best

We’re nominated for Edible New Mexico Local Hero Awards for TWO categories! Chef, Santa Fe - Chef Hue-Chan Karels Restau...
05/26/2026

We’re nominated for Edible New Mexico Local Hero Awards for TWO categories!

Chef, Santa Fe - Chef Hue-Chan Karels
Restaurant, Santa Fe

If our food, story, or hospitality has meant something to you, we would be so grateful for your vote.

The last day to vote is TODAY! May 26. One vote per unique, valid email address.
Voting link: https://www.ediblenm.com/2026-local-hero-ballot/

Save the date, May 26th our patio opens! Reservations now available via Open Table. See you at Alkemē.
05/22/2026

Save the date, May 26th our patio opens!
Reservations now available via Open Table. See you at Alkemē.

Three years ago, Alkemē began with Chef Hue-Chan’s personal vision: to carry Vietnamese heritage forward through memory,...
05/21/2026

Three years ago, Alkemē began with Chef Hue-Chan’s personal vision: to carry Vietnamese heritage forward through memory, hospitality, and transformation. This journey has been brought to life with intention, creativity, and care by Executive Chef Erica Tai, whose Taiwanese and Korean heritage and immigrant experience have become deeply woven into the spirit of Alkemē.

For our Third Anniversary Soirée, we celebrate that continuing journey through the spirit of the Summer Solstice — an evening of light, energy, and gathering. Alongside Mixologist Veronica Criswell, whose cocktails bring harmony and vibrancy to the experience, this special dinner reflects the layered creative collaboration that has shaped Alkemē from the beginning.

Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Dinner & Cocktail Pairing Experience — $125
Dinner Only — $85
Plus 20% gratuity & tax
TICKETED VIA OPENTABLE – Transferrable, not refundable

Tickets: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1310200&restref=1310200&experienceId=720756&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared

05/20/2026

🏮Join us for our Vietnamese Tapas Pop-Up, Velvet Lantern Social this Thursday!

Let’s nhậu! Nhậu is the Vietnamese tradition of gathering with friends to share small plates, raise glasses, and linger late into the night.

Enjoy tried and true favroites like our Lacquered Mountain Pepper Ribs, but try some of Chef Erica and Chef Hue-Chan’s new creations:

Pressed & Fried Whole Jumbo Shrimp in Rice Paper (2)

Crispy Rice paper | Jumbo shrimp marinaded in lemongrass, palm sugar, garlic, fish sauce | Mixed herbs | Vietnamese dipping sauce | Pickled carrot and daikon | Red leaf lettuce (gluten free, nut free)

Shiso with Napa Cabbage Kimchi Salad served with Crispy Spiced Chickpeas
House made Kimchi tossed with purple cabbage, rainbow carrot, Jicama, and Shiso leaf | Fried Shallots | Crispy Coriander spiced chickpeas
(gluten free, nut free)

Crispy parmesan laughing cow quenelle dust with asian tajin
Fried cheese quenelle | Korean Chile powder, Lime zest Asian Tajin | Pickled Red onion
(vegetarian, nut free)

Nanyang chicken curry served with bok choy and sweet rice balls
Lemongrass, fish sauce, palm sugar marinaded chicken thighs, seared then braised with pickled chile sauce, crab paste, tomatoes, coconut milk, kaffir lime leaf | Fried shallots and roasted peanuts (gluten free, peanut can be omitted upon request)

Spiced pear and shiso leaf lime sorbet
(gluten free, vegan, nut free)

No matter the weather, it's always a good idea to order a bowl of Bún Chả Hà Nội Hanoi–Style Grilled Pork Noodles - Bún ...
05/19/2026

No matter the weather, it's always a good idea to order a bowl of Bún Chả Hà Nội

Hanoi–Style Grilled Pork Noodles - Bún Chả Hà Nội
Fine-cut rice noodles, pickled green papaya & carrot, warm fish sauce–lime broth
(gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free)

Join us for dinner at Alkemē https://alkeme-santafe.com/

We’re nominated for Edible New Mexico Local Hero Awards for TWO categories! Chef, Santa Fe - Chef Hue-Chan Karels Restau...
05/18/2026

We’re nominated for Edible New Mexico Local Hero Awards for TWO categories!

Chef, Santa Fe - Chef Hue-Chan Karels
Restaurant, Santa Fe

For Chef Hue-Chan, food has always been a form of storytelling, a way of preserving heritage, honoring memory, and creating connection through every dish shared around the table. Through mentorship, leadership, and a deep commitment to uplifting the next generation of chefs (like Local Hero winner and our Executive Chef Erica Tai), Alkemē continues to grow as a space rooted in culture, creativity, and community.

If our food, story, or hospitality has meant something to you, we would be so grateful for your vote.

Voting is open until May 26. One vote per unique, valid email address. Voting link: https://www.ediblenm.com/2026-local-hero-ballot/

Join us for our third anniversary. Tickets now available via Menu drops this weekend, check back soon!
05/15/2026

Join us for our third anniversary. Tickets now available via

Menu drops this weekend, check back soon!

Thank you featuring our Isaan Cuisine: The Food of Northeastern Thailand cooking class with Chef Hue-Chan and Chef Eric...
05/14/2026

Thank you featuring our Isaan Cuisine: The Food of Northeastern Thailand cooking class with

Chef Hue-Chan and Chef Erica are able to host private cooking classes, but with limited availability. Contact us today for more information!

And while you’re at it, please vote for Chef Hue-Chan and Alkemē for the Edible Local Hero Award! Link in bio.

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227 Don Gaspar Avenue #4
Santa Fe, NM
87501

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 8:45pm
Wednesday 5pm - 8:45pm
Thursday 5pm - 8:45pm
Friday 5pm - 8:45pm
Saturday 5pm - 8:45pm

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