The essence of “magic” is everywhere at The Magic Pan Restaurant and Catering Company. Not only are the culinary talents of owner, Annette Lawrence a magical experience that your palettes will not soon forget, but you will also feel the “magic” in the atmosphere of the cute and quaint restaurant. The Marketplace at Placita Santa Fe, where the Magic Pan is located, also includes shops for antiques, home décor, rustics, collectibles, fine art, pottery, jewelry, floral, folk art, linens and stained glass. The lush outdoor patio at the Magic Pan is cooled in the summertime by a state of the art misting system and heated in the wintertime by several propane heaters, which blend into the historic hacienda setting. Outside the dining tables are nestled between potted plants full of exotic flowers, and inside tables are surrounded by original works of art by Candy Mayer and Harweda Jordan.

The lunch and dinner menus have the same feeling as the restaurant, unique and elegant. The Magic Pan’s lunch menu features quiche, and specialty sandwiches. The Oinker, the Gobbler or the Sorcerer’s Delight are just a few of the many scrumptious sandwiches. The freshest soups and salads are also served daily. One of the favorites on the menu is the Emperor’s Secret salad; the crisp greens are mixed with hearts of palm, artichokes, and blue cheese and tossed with a bit of honey Dijon dressing. Start your dinner off with the Ahi Tuna Tartare which is the Magic Pan’s specialty. Any of the entrees are delicious but the standout is the Pinot Noir Lamb Rack with herb crusted creamy Grana Padano risotto, sauteed asparagus and a pomegranate glaze. It’s cooked to perfection and presented with elegance. Don’t forget to leave room for the Magic Pan’s original dessert, Cajeta Crepes. This vanilla stuffed crepe drizzled with caramel and hot fudge and topped with toasted pecans is to die for! The high quality ingredients, along with the excellent service ensures nothing less than satisfaction. The Magic Pan is also available to cater any special events with the same attention to detail and quality you have come to expect.