New Mexico
The cozy Ancient Way Café makes for an excellent pit stop along Hwy 53, serving tasty home-cooked American, New Mexican and veggie specialties in simple…
Must-see restaurants in New Mexico
Albuquerque
This giant cantina that sprawls across several rooms has to be seen to be believed: get in line for enormous buttery cinnamon rolls, smothered enchiladas…
New Mexico
Bordering the historic El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro in the Mesquite Historic District, this cozy and beloved Mexican restaurant serves made-from…
Southeastern New Mexico
Car hops walk up to your window at this drive-in that's been around since 1952. Burgers, tacos, and burritos are on the menu, plus limeades and milkshakes…
Albuquerque
Looking for a quick bite in the Old Town? Stop by the Albuquerque Museum for salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups and cupcakes from the much-loved downtown…
Santa Fe
This classy but welcoming Italian place, on one of the sleepier blocks north of the Plaza, is a good spot for a romantic dinner. The light, zestful…
Southeastern New Mexico
Excellent and very convivial Italian restaurant, cozy and romantic in winter and offering outdoor patio seating in summer. The delicious pasta dishes…
Central New Mexico
Fried green tomatoes, grits, biscuits and fried chicken, plus all the usual chile-based staples – no wonder this place is so popular. Throw a great…
Albuquerque
Salsa music and Celia Cruz posters give this outpost of Colombian cuisine a healthy shot of pastel-colored soul. Feast on arepas (stuffed corn pockets…
New Mexico
Route 66 nostalgia lines the walls of this popular place, family-run since 1956. The bountiful Mexican and American menu ranges from Santa Fe enchiladas…
Albuquerque
With bright-yellow walls, high ceilings, fresh flowers and a creative menu, this contemporary restaurant provides welcome relief from the usual Old Town…
Santa Fe Region
Alongside the Peñasco Theatre and part of the same operation, this homespun little bistro serves gourmet comfort food using local produce, including a…
Santa Fe
Housed in a 1756 adobe, Geronimo is among the finest and most romantic restaurants in town. Highlights on the short but diverse menu include honey-grilled…
Taos
Renowned for serving what’s hands-down the best New Mexican food in Taos – be sure to try the blue-corn chicken enchiladas – this inconspicuous little…
New Mexico
Smart New Mexican restaurant, three blocks from Route 66, serving a good range of dishes alongside bowls of posole and chile. If you like it hot, you'll…
Albuquerque
Line up at the counter to order simple Italian meals such as wood-fired pizza, salads and pasta, but don’t forget the real star attraction – spectacular,…
New Mexico
Join the university crowd for excellent cappuccinos and gourmet tea, plus good sandwiches, salads, soups and pastries. A gift and card shop and occasional…
Santa Fe
Up on the 3rd floor of the Santa Fe Arcade, the namesake terrace isn't the only attraction at this gourmet pizzeria – think blue-corn crusts that are thin…
Santa Fe Region
On the north side of the shopping center, this brightly colored cafe is Los Alamos' best dining option. It offers lunchtime shrimp tacos and burgers, and…
New Mexico
Housed in Hillsboro's historic general store, this place is a surprise of the best kind. The New Mexican plates feature local chile, free-range locally…
Santa Fe
This upbeat Mexican restaurant with a hefty menu is another local favorite – choose between shrimp fajitas, chiles en nogada (stuffed with beef, pecans…
Santa Fe
This hip burger joint and brewery is good for an easy meal in the Old Town – think cheeseburgers with habanero jam, fish and chips with Hatch green chile…
Albuquerque
Much more cafe than market, this light, bright EDo (east downtown) bistro is renowned for healthy, all-day organic breakfasts, and does a brisk trade in…
Southeastern New Mexico
From the green chile cheeseburger to the Bangkok chicken wings with sriracha dipping sauce to the vegetarian Angry Hippie sandwich, there are enough…
Albuquerque
Pure Route 66 style, baby. Set a quarter-mile east of Nob Hill, Loyola’s has been serving no-frills New Mexican staples, including some of the best chile…
Central New Mexico
Locals love this tiny place, serving the ultimate hangover sop-up, artery-clogging breakfast specials of fried eggs, meats and potatoes. The true house…
Santa Fe
The delicately seasoned kabobs and bountiful salads are made for lingering at this pleasant bistro on Canyon Rd. The cozy patio is particularly well…
Southeastern New Mexico
Go gourmet in Ruidoso: freshly made soups and quiche, tortellini salad and whole-wheat tuna sandwiches, all followed up with just-baked croissants and pie…
New Mexico
This friendly spot across from the train station is one of the only eateries of note in Raton. Pizzas run from standard margheritas to more local options,…
Southeastern New Mexico
You can still ask yourself New Mexico's state question here (red or green?), but you'll no doubt appreciate that it applies to curry for a change. The…
Mad Jack's Mountaintop Barbecue
Southeastern New Mexico
The devoted owner here is serious about his Texas-style BBQ – feast on brisket, ribs, pulled pork and other mouthwatering delicacies such as the Chile the…
New Mexico
The best place to eat for many miles, this riverside restaurant, close to the bridge, serves high-class Mexican specialties from carne asada to steak, and…
New Mexico
This roadside shack just west of town has plenty of chile-smothered everything: smothered burgers, smothered fries, smothered potato skins and delish BBQ…
Southeastern New Mexico
Dine on Southwestern cuisine in a renovated Spanish-style house or on the pleasant patio in the summer. It's hard to go wrong with the New Mexican plates,…
Albuquerque
With just 14 tables in an atmosphere of rustic elegance, Antiquity specializes in steak, seafood and fine wine. The desserts list isn't long, but it doesn…
New Mexico
Effortlessly mixing banh mi sandwiches and Thai noodle bowls with crêpes, sweet potato empanadas and, of course, burgers, this lunch spot embodies Silver…
Santa Fe Region
This superfriendly place, run by Dixon native Chalako Chilton, serves some of the best green chile you'll find anywhere, plus espresso coffees. Burgers,…
Santa Fe Region
Simple diner on the highway near the resort, serving New Mexican favorites with several veggie options as well as a recommended red chile cheeseburger and…
New Mexico
Downtown Raton is noticeably short on eating options, but you can pick up good sandwiches and coffee at this small cafe, a lively morning meeting place…
Southeastern New Mexico
One of Roswell's premier date restaurants, this large bistro delivers reliable pizzas and pasta options, as well as steak and seafood dishes like the…
