New Mexico
Standard but decent grub – burgers, enchiladas, fish-and-chips – in Abe's Motel & Fly Shop, 6 miles west of the dam. Staff also prepare picnic lunches for…
Must-see restaurants in New Mexico
Central New Mexico
This elegant, opulent mountain-view restaurant is very much Angel Fire’s fine-dining option, serving hearty alpine food such as organic elk loin and…
New Mexico
Set comfortably – if a little incongruously – in a former Elks Lodge, Vicki's delights with fresh sandwiches, soup and salad, and filet mignon and pasta…
Southeastern New Mexico
One of the few truly local joints left in town, this is a good option for a breakfast before hitting the UFO Museum or the road. Be forewarned: it gets…
Santa Fe Region
The smart but relaxed dining room at the resort is open for all meals, and prepares organic and local ingredients with aplomb. The wine bar here opens at…
Santa Fe Region
Locals rave about this little spot that specializes in sandwiches, pizzas and pastries. Breakfast choices include oatmeal and breakfast burritos. And…
New Mexico
The most popular place to get your chile fix in Silver City, spanning three dining rooms. The red chile con carne plate is an excellent choice.
New Mexico
Try the Pueblo Taco, served on fresh fry bread. It's located in the Sky City Cultural Center; grab a bite here before or after your tour.
Albuquerque
A delectable no-frills Korean canteen, with housemade BBQ chicken and Korean beef rice bowls, as well as bento meals, sides and soups.
Santa Fe Region
An atmospheric saloon with a surprising variety of vegetarian burritos and chile considering the number of animal heads on the walls.
Southeastern New Mexico
Southern-style, slow-cooked pit BBQ – if quality meats and tasty sauce aren't your thing, how about catfish and fried okra?
Central New Mexico
Burger joint that also serves Mexican-style fast food, featuring its renowned homemade salsa.
New Mexico
Western-themed restaurant, serving steaks, burgers and salads. Dishes are named for movie stars, on a decidedly pre-feminist menu where 'leading ladies'…
Central New Mexico
Pueblo residents and visitors alike flock to one of the few places in the state where you can sit down to a plate of Native American treats such as phien…
Santa Fe Region
Located at the base of Abiquiú along the highway, Bode's (pronounced boh-dees) has been here for 100 years – ever since 1919 to be precise. This is the…
New Mexico
The exterior says '1970s fast food restaurant,' but the interior evokes mid-century diner cool. This is a solid spot to fuel up before heading west on US…
Santa Fe Region
Open since 2018, this small eatery sells burgers, sandwiches and burritos a few steps from the visitor center. Also has vegetarian options. According to…
Taos
Pizza dreams come true with every possible ingredient under the sun at Taos' top pie palace; for example, the recommended Vera Cruz has chicken breast and…
Santa Fe
Sure this raucous, cavernous, Railyard landmark is always packed with tourists, and most likely you’ll have to wait, but it’s good – even great – for…
New Mexico
This trademark Route 66 eatery first opened its doors in 1959, and serves homemade chile rellenos and other tasty diner grub dressed up with a New Mexican…
Southeastern New Mexico
Locals come here for the New York–style thick-crust pizza – there’s no connection with the regional Mexican chain of the same name – but the stuffed…
New Mexico
This rambling old adobe was here before Mesilla itself, and became a Butterfield stagecoach stop in the 1850s. Now standing at the corner of the Plaza, it…
Central New Mexico
Famous for its flame-roasted red and green chile, this Ski Valley institution serves fabulous northern New Mexican cuisine – the breakfast burritos make…
Albuquerque
This 18th-century adobe complex makes the nicest setting for a meal near the Plaza, and it has a well-shaded patio. Besides New Mexican favorites such as…
New Mexico
The Stagecoach Cafe is a decent place to eat in Ramah. It offers steaks, Mexican food and a giant selection of pies. Service is friendly. Someone was…
Albuquerque
This smart, see-and-be-seen hotel restaurant serves a fabulous array of tapas-style small plates, including Spanish ham and cheeses, plus substantial…
New Mexico
Cherished by locals, Nellie's has been serving homemade burritos, chile rellenos and tamales for decades now, under the slogan 'Chile with an Attitude.'…
Albuquerque
The best casual eats within walking distance of Old Town, the friendly Central Grill is both reliable and convenient. Expect New Mexican diner fare:…
Santa Fe Region
The restaurant in the main lodge building at the Abiquiú Inn is the nicest place to eat for miles around. You'll find the usual array of New Mexico…
Santa Fe
This simple cafe makes up for a slight deficit in ambience with taste and value: big platters of delicious kebabs, hummus, falafel and other Greek and…
New Mexico
Family-run Mexican restaurant; enter through the swinging saloon doors, and you’ll doubtless find local families chowing down on huge, great-value plates…
Southeastern New Mexico
The something-for-everyone place in Alamogordo, with an outdoor patio and a casual indoor dining room. Pizzas and pastas are OK, salads are big, and pints…
New Mexico
Very popular morning hangout serving breakfast in all shapes and sizes, from huevos rancheros to biscuits and gravy, plus espresso coffees, doughnuts and…
New Mexico
The preferred hangout of crusty old locals, you can slip into a red-vinyl booth here for some straight up, down home, New Mexican grub and solid…
Santa Fe Region
Middle Eastern food keeps hungry locals happy here: gyros, falafel, shawarma, and moussaka bring in the crowds – or maybe it's the Turkish coffee.
Southeastern New Mexico
Apart from the Mexican menu, Lucy's serves tasty margaritas – small wonder it’s usually packed with devoted locals and visitors.
Albuquerque
Two miles north of the tram's upper station, this cafeteria and gift shop has burgers and snacks.
New Mexico
This local spot in Mora is particularly popular for breakfast and ice cream.
New Mexico
Under new ownership, this pub serves 11-in clay-oven pizzas, big calzones, decent pasta dishes, lots of salads and homemade soups. At times, the selection…
