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BEST SANTA FE COVER ARTIST
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ubbed “Saint Nicholas Herrera,” Santa Fe-based artist Erin Currier’s cover art showcases her close friend, the multi-media artist, bultero and santero Nicholas Herrera. Gently holding a human heart, Herrera—whose own work can be seen at local gallery Evoke Contemporary—cuts a rather empathetic figure. Currier implies much in his expression, somehow capturing a sense of the everyman. We knew it was the right artwork for the job the moment we saw it. Because most of the magic of this city is in its people. Ask anyone who’s moved around a lot, and they’ll tell you that’s why Santa Fe remains home base, or at least a fond memory burning brightly whenever they
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find themselves elsewhere. We’re tradition meets contemporary in an imperfect melange of ancient history and cutting edge artistry. “Saint. Nicholas Herrera” has that in spades. “Santa Fe and New Mexico are more about heart than other cities,” Currier explains. “There’s still bartering here and sharing, there’s a real sense of community. I’ve found artists really support one another here. This piece also represents that. I think—I hope—I wanted to convey and capture a sense of his humility. That Nicholas is confident yet humble and compassionate. I think if you can generalize about a city and an arts community, those are some of the most positive qualities we have.”
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ARTISAN CHOCOLATE
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Kakawa Chocolate House The magicians of Kakawa Chocolate House say they are on a mission to re-introduce chocolate—real chocolate—to the people. “Mission accomplished!” you’ll say. Kakawa’s magical drinking elixirs and hand-crafted agave caramels, chocolates, truffles and ice creams are so perfect they seem like illusions—until you get one in your mouth. 1050 Paseo de Peralta, 982-0388; 1300 Rufina Circle, Ste. A4,930-5460 kakawachocolates.com
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Who couldn’t get behind “everyday indulgences” that range from craft chocolate barks to surprises like “Sierra Blanca” chocolate—white chocolate with tangy lime and slightly spicy chile chocolate? You, that’s who. (Speaking of who, Whoo’s Donuts is next door. BONUS). 851A Cerrillos Road, 473-2111 chocolatesmith.com
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A high-end chocolate shop that is as yummy to look at as its chocolates are to taste. The truffles made in-house are of Valrhona, a fancy French dark chocolate, and packaged offerings include some of Europe’s finest. 125 E. Palace Ave., #31 (Sena Plaza), 982-3855
BEST ASIAN RESTAURANT Paper Dosa
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We’re so glad you agree that giant, crispy, flippy, floppy dosas are among the funnest foods in the world to eat. Paper Dosa also ensures they are delicious, with fillings including rich chutney, gooey chile and cheese, and spicy basil. But then, as you well know, everything else here is delicious too—from seasonal soups to Farmer’s Market Uttapam. 551 W Cordova Road, 930-5521 paper-dosa.com
Jinja’s expansive menu covers the spectrum of Asian food—from Polynesian-inspired drinks to America’s favorite Japanese, Thai, Chinese and Malaysian dishes. There’s something for every taste at Jinja— your votes prove it so! 510 N Guadalupe St., 982-4321 jinjabistro.com
ana i esta rant How lucky are we that we have a place that can transport us to another place and time in mere minutes? To chef Kiko Rodriguez and his creative, delicious takes on Japanese izakaya up Hyde Park Road, we say “Arigato!” 21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, 982-9304 tenthousandwaves.com/food
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BAKERY
Chocolate Maven The Chocolate Maven may be hidden away from Santa Fe’s hustle and bustle but it’s definitely not a secret. Who would think lurking behind those cold corrugated steel walls would be such welcoming, warm, flaky sweetness? Apparently you think so, and for good reason—the Maven’s bakery menu is a beast. We counted 145 items on the baked goods menu alone. Unbutton your pants…or perhaps you already have. 821 W San Mateo Road, 984-1980 chocolatemaven.com
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BREAKFAST
The Pantry The Pantry started serving up comfort food to Santa Fe in 1948 and still has us firmly wrapped in the hefty hugs that are its breakfasts. So wrapped up that we all couldn’t fit in The Pantry’s arms anymore and they had to open another one—or…dos? Anyway, the numbers speak for themselves: according to The Pantry you, the people, consume 26 tons of potatoes, 7 tons of green chile and 2 tons of coffee there every year. 1820 Cerrillos Road, 986-0022 pantrysantafe.com
Tia Sophia’s The place where the chile term “Christmas” is claimed to have been coined holds a sacred space in the hearts of many a Santa Fean. One, because Tia Sophia’s has been starting our days right since 1974 and two, because they don’t scrimp on the chile. Or cheese. Or anything else. 210 W San Francisco St., 983-9880 www.tiasophias.com
Clafoutis Oh, hai, Clafoutis. Fancy seeing you here again. Not only do we go all flaky for your delicate and delicious baked goods, but we’re also dough in the hands of your breakfast mastery. 333 W Cordova St.,988-1809 clafoutis.biz
Clafoutis Clafoutis’ bakery case is a beautiful thing, which is why we probably aren’t the only ones who have perused it with the intention of ordering a pastry or two and ended up with five or six. 333 W Cordova Road, 988-1809 clafoutis.biz
Sage Bakehouse Some people give bread a bad rap and these, obviously, are people who have never had Sage Bakehouse bread. This bread is so good that Sage Bakehouse can use words like “wrinkles” and “tang” to describe its offerings and still have us salivating. 535 Cerrillos Road, 820-7243 sagebakehouse.com
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BREAKFAST BURRITO
El Parasol Let us all bow to the altar of good mornings and give thanks for the blessing that is El Parasol’s breakfast burrito. Just like with most of El Parasol’s offerings, it’s simple and straightforward quality that makes a morning brighter. A base of egg, potato and cheese combines with add-on choices including chorizo, sausage, ham and bacon to give your tummy a good morning stretch.
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The Pantry The Pantry offers all the New Mexican standards that you crave in a brekkie B. Plus, now it’s possible to order online before you swing by the main drag. 1820 Cerrillos Road, 986-0022 pantrysantafe.com
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Clafoutis Your choice here reflects the fact that a great brunch isn’t necessarily a heavy one. And, also, that you really, really like Clafoutis. It doesn’t hurt that the prices for such succinctly French fare rarely top $10. What
a joy to cut through a rich orange sun of egg yolk into the steaming, savory heart of a sanguine Croque Madame for just $7.90! 333 W Cordova Road, 988-1809 clafoutis.biz
Chocolate Maven That you can literally watch the bread rise through a window in Chocolate Maven’s dining room is a hint that what you see is what you get here: creative brunch options that range from savory “eggsadillas” to sweet blue corn blueberry pancakes. 821 W San Mateo Road, 984-1980 chocolatemaven.com
Dolina Bakery & Cafe Not only does Dolina serve up food with beautiful intention, it does so seven days a week. It has been said Dolina’s rich, savory paprikash is so good it could be brunched on all seven of those days. Even so, branch out because every dish on Dolina’s menu is an adventure. 402 N Guadalupe Street, 982-9394 dolinasantafe.com
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BURGER
Santa Fe Bite Names and locations may have changed for this Santa Fe staple but…it’s back and what has not changed is its damn fine burger. You love the green chile cheeseburger, you love the bacon green chile cheeseburger, you love that you can get beans (two kinds!) with your burger, you love the gluten-free buns, you even love the house-made veggie burger! But what you love most of all is the friendly service that Santa Fe Bite, in whichever incarnation, has also been serving up since 1959. 1616 St. Michaels Drive, 428-0328 santafebite.com
The Burger Stand @ Burro Alley The Burger Stand has obviously succeeded in its quest to elevate the common burger. If Best of Santa Fe also had a category for “Best Fries” we have a strong suspicion The Burger Stand would again be among your favorites. Delicious burgers, best fries ever and top-tier people watching: a winning combination. 207 W San Francisco St., 395-8210 burgerstandnm.com
Shake Foundation Some say the secret to success in the restaurant industry is to keep it simple. This would explain the success of Shake Foundation, because it provides the juicy burger and then lets you go nuts with your pick of simply delicious stuff to put on it. Case in point: Where else can you top your burger with whipped lardo? 631 Cerrillos Road, 988-8992 shakefoundation.com
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CHEF
Ahmed Obo - Jambo Café In the 11 years Jambo Cafe has graced us with its mouthwatering mix of Kenyan/ Caribbean/Mediterranean offerings, its jerk chicken, lamb burgers and curry dishes have become almost legendary. As
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has its chef and owner, Ahmed Obo. In this space last year we wrote, “Each year we start to wonder if we should even have a vote anymore or just hand it over to Obo indefinitely.” Perhaps we should—this is his sixth year running in the top chef spot. Asante Sana, chef! 2010 Cerrillos Road, 473-1269 jambocafe.net
Martín Rios - Restaurant Martín Martín Rios’ reputation for fine chefery is obviously wellknown and appreciated around these parts—and beyond. In addition to multiple James Beard nominations, and the creative, seasonal dishes he serves up at Restaurant Martín, Rios and his wife Jennifer are passionate supporters of equines in need at The Horse Shelter. 526 Galisteo St., 820-0919 restaurantmartin.com
Kathleen Crook - Market Steer You voted Market Steer “Best New Restaurant” last year and apparently that excitement hasn’t faded. Chef and co-owner Kathleen Crook knows her way
THANK YOU Santa Fe! the same delicious chile, just in a different setting. One of our favorite places to watch tourists sweat!
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Tomasita’s Like The Shed and La Choza, Tomasita’s has been around a long time and it shows, especially in its chile. It’s sort of like you have to have been around at least 30 years to even claim you’ve got some of the best. Young ‘uns: Don’t even try to compete. 500 S Guadalupe St., 983-5721 tomasitas.com
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Coyote Café & Rooftop Cantina La Chosa
around beef, from cooking it to roping it; in addition to being a highly trained chef, she’s also a rodeo-roping world champion. Talk about earning her chops! 210 Don Gaspar Avenue, 992-6354 marketsteersteakhouse.com
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La Choza No surprise here. The Carswell family has been serving up some of the area’s favorite food—and, obviously, chile—for longer than some of us have been alive. In that time, they’ve achieved a certain level of perfection that keep them packed even at lunch on a Tuesday. La Choza’s chile isn’t just a favorite pool for food to swim in, it’s the base for one of La Choza’s most-ordered dishes: chunky, spicy, Vitamin C-packed green chile stew. 905 Alarid St., 982-0909 lachozasf.com
The Shed Hey, look! Another instance of not being surprised. Being that The Shed is the “mother” restaurant of La Choza, you get
We all know the people-watching in this spot is hard to beat, but what also can’t be beat is the atmosphere in which Coyote Cafe & Rooftop Cantina presents a cocktail. It’s bright. It’s fun. It’s creative. All the same can be said for the cocktails, colorful ingredients for which range from passionfruit and lychee to watermelon and Pop Rocks. 132 W Water St., 983-1615 coyotecafe.com/cantina
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Secreto Lounge In some hotel lounges you meet the most interesting people. In some hotel lounges you can actually get a real drink. Secreto is both of these, as popular with visitors as it is with local,s thanks to its long tradition of fine mixology/ists. 210 Don Gaspar Ave., 983-5700 hotelstfrancis.com/secreto-lounge
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Iconik Coffee Roasters
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Iconik has won our hearts pretty much because it loves coffee as much as we love coffee. Adopters of the third-wave coffee movement, the folks at Iconik serve up a cuppa made of beans that are intelligently sourced, grown and roasted. We like to think we can taste the difference but, really, all that matters is that it’s killer coffee. And the food is pretty good, too.
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Ohori’s Coffee Roasters Three busy locations centered in the downtown area keep the brews coming—not just the dark ones, but 33 coffee varietals Joy Godfrey
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and roast levels. We love the atmosphere at the Luna building, including the hidden patio. It’s super laid back, ideal for enjoying any of Ohori’s fine micro-roasted coffees. 1098 S St. Francis Drive, 982-9692; 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B103, 982-9692; 511 Old Santa Fe Trail, 982-9692 ohoriscoffee.com
Java Joe’s Java Joe’s has been around since 2002 and in that time it has appeared on this list more than once. You all love the locally roasted coffee, tasty pastries and the fact that Java Joe’s sitdown location is a no-frills, great place to simply relax or plan for world domination. 1248 Siler Road, 930-5763; 2801 Rodeo Road, 474-5282 javajoessantafenm.com
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Chocolate Maven Chocolate Maven, we see you— again and again on this list, in particular. And why not? You’ve got so much sweetness to share. You have cake, you have pie, you have cookies, you have chocolates, you have cupcakes, you have tarts, you have cookie dough, you have…all the baked goods. We love that we can order these ahead for holidays and special occasions, making us the most popular people at all the parties. 821 W San Mateo Road, 984-1980 chocolatemaven.com
Clafoutis You again! Clafoutis desserts are not only beautiful to gaze upon but they satisfy that yearning Rowley Farmhouse Ales
deep in our souls. You know, the one every human has for expertly crafted French sweets, whether they know it or not.
ery pickles in natural salt, not vinegar, Barrio’s brined goods pack flavors you’d never expect from vegetables.
333 W Cordova Road, 988-1809 clafoutis.biz
1413 B W Alameda St., 699-9812 www.barriobrinery.com
Harry’s Roadhouse Harry’s desserts are the stuff from which sweet dreams are made. The selection isn’t huge, but instead a collection of ideally executed standards like sour cream coffee cake, strawberry-rhubarb pie and brownie sundae with hot fudge and caramel. 96 B Old Las Vegas Hwy., 989-4629 harrysroadhousesantafe.com
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Rowley Farmhouse Ales Take some smarty-pants chemists who love beer, let ’em loose, and you get Rowley Farmhouse Ales. This small brewery just off Cerrillos Road is big news in the beer world, taking home the most medals of any single brewery at the 2019 Great American Beer Festival. The sour-style ales may be what Rowley is known for in the bigger world, but here at home we love Rowley not just for its fascinating fermentations, but also for offering up an extensive list of international beers and a menu of creative, gut-busting gastro-pub fare. 1405 Maclovia St., 428-0719 rowleyfarmhouse.com
HoneyMoon Brewery: Hard Kombucha Brewery Sunset Magazine called HoneyMoon’s hard kombucha “buzzworthy,” and you apparently think so too. The Southwest’s first producer of artisanal alcoholic kombucha offers its crafts on tap as well as to-go. We recommend both. 907 W Alameda St., Unit B, 303-3139 honeymoonbrewery.com
Barrio Brinery Barrio Brinery brings delicious fermented flavors from around the world to our little ‘hood. From spicy fermented escabeche and tart sauerkraut to puck-
friendliest folks in town. The fact that the most expensive thing on the menu is $8.25 definitely doesn’t hurt but still, it’s amazing food for the price. 807 Early St., 500-0033
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FINE DINING
Geronimo Geronimo regularly tops your list of favorite places to dine fancy in Santa Fe. Sure, the elk tenderloin is expertly tender and the mesquite grilled Maine lobster satisfyingly savory-sweet, but it’s Geronimo’s service that makes eating here an experience in itself. Whether you are enjoying a cup of velvety soup in the bar or celebrating with a four-course meal in the dining room, the service is so intentional and authentic you leave feeling like someone special. 724 Canyon Road, 982-1500 geronimorestaurant.com
The Compound In the 20 years chef Mark Kiffin has owned The Compound, he’s amassed awards ranging from James Beard to the Edible New Mexico Local Hero—not to mention appearing here as your “tops” a multitude of times. 653 Canyon Road, 982-4353 compoundrestaurant.com
Sazón Sazón bills itself as “an adventure in flavors” and doesn’t disappoint. What was disappointing was how long we had to go without Sazón last year due to a fire that kept us apart from chef Fernando Olea and his mindblowing moles. 221 Shelby St., 983-8604 sazonsantafe.com
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FOOD CART/ TRUCK/STAND
El Chile Toreado Beloved for its breakfast tacos and burritos, El Chile Toreado also pleases those looking for less “spice” with Polish sausage and hot dogs. No matter the choice, you’re sure to end up with something tasty served by some of the
Jambo’s a sure winner here with not one, but two Jambo Hapa trucks to fill your need for spicy, smoky jerk chicken, creative curries and island-spiced stews. Also…there’s the fries: sweet, cumin and harissa lemon. Jambo Hapa One, 2010 Cerrillos Road, 473-1269; Jambo Hapa Two, 505 Cerrillos Road (Luna Plaza), 469-5749 jambocafe.net
Back Road Pizza Back Road Pizza is one of your favorite pizza places, so it makes sense you love its big red pizza truck, too! Unfortunately, “big red” is off the streets for the here-and-now that is the COVID pandemic, but we’ll all share a holler when she’s back on the road delivering delicious slices to our hungry mouths. backroadpizza.com
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FRITO PIE
Five & Dime General Store We all know Anthony Bourdain, bless his heart, made this Frito pie famous by ripping into it—and not in the way a Frito pie is meant to be ripped into. But Bourdain issued a mea culpa and everyone was back to celebrating the local Five & Dime favorite. Aside from eating the tasty, gooey concoction, one of the best things about this moveable Frito feast is watching other people try and eat it. 58 E San Francisco St., 992-1800 fiveanddimegs.com
El Parasol Both of El Parasol’s Santa Fe locations serve up a hefty Frito pie with lots of beefy, whole bean chili. While it’s hard to say just what makes one Frito pie better than another, in this case it’s got to be El Parasol’s spectacular red chile. 1833 Cerrillos Road, 995-8015; 298 Dinosaur Trail, 995-8226 elparasol.com CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE >>
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Plaza Cafe Southside What doesn’t Plaza Cafe Southside offer? Their something-for-everyone approach extends to the Frito pie, which can be ordered fullon carnivore style with your choice of steak, beef or chicken or—gasp!—vegetarian with calabacitas and beans or Impossible meat. The vegetarians thank you! 3466 Zafarano Drive, 424-0755 santafeplazacafe.com
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Why is it called happy hour when really, it’s happy “hours?” As in the case of your favorite happy hour-ing spot, this means Monday through Friday from 3-6 pm you’re likely enjoying a $4 draft beer or $4.50 house margarita. Considering the Cowgirl also has one of your favorite patios, you’ve probably put in a lot of happy hours there. 319 S Guadalupe St., 982-2565 cowgirlsantafe.com
128 E Marcy St., 986-9778 eccogelato.com
La Lecheria La Lecheria’s small batch ice creams are pure goodness and nothing but milk, eggs, cream, sugar and whatever delicious flavor chef Joel Coleman dreams up. Seasonal offerings are sublime, as are the year-round standards. 101 W Marcy St., 205-1595 lalecherianm.com
Baskin-Robbins For most of us, Baskin Robbins (which opened in 1945) ice cream is a tale as old as time. Not much has changed: The ice cream is still good, they still have all those flavors, and Daiquiri Ice is, thankfully, as popular now as it was in 1977. 1841 Cerrillos Road, 982-9031; 556 N Guadalupe St. (DeVargas Center), 820-3131; 4056 Cerrillos Road, 474-3131
The Dragon Room The second best thing about the Dragon Room—because obviously daily 4-7 pm happy hour with $5 drinks and 15% off the extensive bar menu is the first best thing—is that monkey chandelier.
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INTERNATIONAL CUISINE Jambo Café
Santa Feans can do a silly thing assuming all the best food and drink happens downtown. Learn more with happy hour specials at this Southside favorite.
Jambo again, Jambo! Seeing that Ahmed Obo is your favorite chef, and the Jambo food trucks are among your favorites, it stands to reason Jambo’s eclectic international flavors would rank up there too. And how could we blame you for thinking so? Jambo brings a different kind of spice to Santa Fe and for that we are all grateful.
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2010 Cerrillos Road, 473-1269 jambocafe.net
406 Old Santa Fe Trail, 983-7712 thepinkadobe.com/dragonroom.php
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ICE CREAM/ GELATO/FROZEN YOGURT Ecco Espresso and Gelato
Warning: drool-inducing descriptors coming your way, courtesy of Ecco’s authentic, creamy, handmade gelato. What’s your favorite flavor?
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Ours is mango, roasted pineapple, ginger, nutella, espresso stracciatella, saffron & honey, strawberry habanero…OK really, it’s pretty much anything Ecco scoops our way.
Paper Dosa Well, fancy seeing you here, Paper Dosa. Although it is no surprise to see how much your delicious dosas are treasured by your community. Thanks for bringing us a taste of Southern Indian food, and for doing it so. dang. well. 551 W Cordova Road, 930-5521 paper-dosa.com
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FOOD & DRINK your first choice in local brews. In addition to its popular Happy Camper and 7K IPAs; strangely satisfying Chicken Killer barley wine; and day-drinking pilsners and lagers, Santa Fe Brewing is, of late, branching out with new canned ciders and seltzers. Great tastes all around—to you, and them!
close to the number of margaritas on Maria’s standalone margarita menu. Just close your eyes and point.
35 Fire Place, 424-3333; 7 Caliente Road, Eldorado, 466-6938; 510 Galisteo St., 780-8648 santafebrewing.com
Tomasita’s doesn’t have an entire menu for its margaritas, but no matter: The six they offer are all delicious. The Grand Gold is a particular favorite because it has “secret” ingredients.
Second Street Brewery In addition to having some of the best people-watching spots in town, Second Street Brewery also serves up rotations of creative beers to pair with said peeping. Also, regarding the Rufina location, two words: tater tots. 1814 Second St., 982-3030; 1607 Paseo de Peralta, 9893278; 2920 Rufina St., 954-1068 secondstreetbrewery.com
Rowley Farmhouse Ales Piccolino
India House If you’ve never had garlic gobhi, you need to get over to India House on the double. To all the rest of you who have obviously fallen under the spell of vindaloo and tandoori and korma and masala and saag, we’re right there with you. 2501 Cerrillos Road, 471-2651 indiahousenm.com
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ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Piccolino This family owned, family-style Italian joint may be small, but pretty much nothing else about it is: The portions are huge, as is the menu. Getting though Piccolino’s menu is an exercise in itself— there are 15 seafood dishes, 17 chicken dishes, and we’re betting from among Piccolino’s three lasagna choices that the Lasagna Bolloco, a green chile chicken Alfredo lasagna, is one of your faves. 2980 Agua Fría St., 471-1480 piccolinosantafe.com
Andiamo! Andiamo’s Italian-influenced, Farmer’s Market-inspired fresh fare is always delicious and always interesting. The seasonal menu is pared-down and intense, which makes it one of those places you just have to keep going back to again and again so you can try it all. You probably do this, too. 322 Garfield St., 995-9595 andiamosantafe.com
Il Piatto Twenty-four years in Santa Fe have not dulled your enthusiasm for award-winning chef Matt Yohalem’s rustic, farm-fresh Italian fare. And, oh, that wine list! 95 W Marcy St., 984-1091 ilpiattosantafe.com
BEST
LOCALLY BREWED BEER
Santa Fe Brewing It seems fitting that Santa Fe’s first and biggest craft brewery is
We’ve already mentioned all the ways in which Rowley Farmhouse Ales is taking the beer world by storm and we love ’em in here in our little town too. The taproom offers up Rowley’s fine creations as well as an extensive selection of others from around the world. 1405 Maclovia St., 428-0719 rowleyfarmhouse.com
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MARGARITAS
La Choza How many ways can we say it? Best Chile+Best New Mexican (we’re almost there so…) must=Best Margaritas. You can’t have one without the other and La Choza has it all. If you can’t decide on one of its no-less-than 21 offerings, you can also build your own margarita using one of the nearly two dozen tequilas on La Choza’s menu. 905 Alarid St., 982-0909 lachozasf.com
Maria’s If we combined all the margaritas we’ve ever drank in our lives, the total still wouldn’t come
555 Cordova Road, 983-7929 marias-santafe.com
Tomasita’s
500 S Guadalupe St., 983-5721 tomasitas.com
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See above. Also, if a place has your favorite chile and most of their dishes are topped with said favored chile, then it being your favorite New Mexican restaurant seems apropos. The cherry on top of this spicy sundae, though, is those sopaipillas. Nothing goes better with the best New Mexican food than steamy pillows of fried, doughy goodness. 905 Alarid St., 982-0909 lachozasf.com
The Shed The Shed can’t have deep fryers due to its location, but this has never held it back in terms of being a local–and beyond–staple. Since you already sang the praises of its chile in this vote, it goes without saying that its food also hits your high note. 113 ½ Palace Ave., 982-9030 shedsf.com
Tomasita’s And here we are again—one of your favorites for best chile is also one of your favorites for best New Mexican. Like we said before, when you’ve had as much time to perfect your game as an institution like Tomasita’s has, you’re always going to be a winner. 500 S Guadalupe St., 983-5721 tomasitas.com
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FOOD & DRINK BEST
NEW MEXICO DISTILLERY
Santa Fe Spirits Most towns don’t even have distilleries so how lucky are we that 1) we have enough to even have the option of a voting choice and 2) the choices we have are so dang good. Santa Fe Spirits excels at thoughtfully crafted spirits, many made with local ingredients. The smoky whiskey is a show stopper. Tasting Room: 308 Read St., 780-5906 Distillery: 750 Mallard Way, 467-8892 santafespirits.com
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tumbleroot takes distilling seriously and it shows. Its scratchmade spirits are made with 100% organic ingredients and flavors come from the garden or are wild-harvested. You really can taste the difference. 2791 Agua Fría St., 780-5370; Tasting Room: 32 Bisbee Court tumblerootbreweryanddistillery.com
more playful here. Maybe it’s the altitude. Main Winery: 1832, 8400 Pan American Fwy. NE, Albuquerque, 821-0055 Tasting Room: Hotel St. Francis, 210 Don Gaspar Ave., 989-9463 gruetwinery.com
Black Mesa Winery One of the winningest wineries in local competitions, Black Mesa is known for its estate-grown varietals as well as ports and dessert wines. While some wine fanciers will claim New Mexico wine is too sweet, the local experts know there’s a reason for that: The spicier the chile, the sweeter the wine. 1502 Hwy. 68, Velarde, 852-2820 blackmesawinery.com
Noisy Water Winery How one winery can produce so many varietals is mind-boggling. But it does bode well for those who like to have choices, and creative ones at that. While some of Noisy Waters’ wines aren’t “traditional,” per se, they are fun and full of spirit. And the green chile wine is actually pretty good. 219 W San Francisco St., 983-9454 www.noisywaterwinery.com
KGB Spirits Taos Lightning. Need we say more? OK, how about the fact that KGB’s spirits keep showing up on “best of” lists all over the place—not just here? This small but mighty distillery is one to watch, not to mention one to visit next time you’re in Alcalde. 183 Hwy. 41, Alcalde, 406-6101 kgbspirits.com
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NEW MEXICO WINERY
Gruet Winery Gruet is the granddaddy of New Mexico wineries, growing into a national powerhouse on the shoulders of Gilbert Gruet and his 1984 leap of faith from France to New Mexico. Sure, you can buy Gruet pretty much anywhere in the US, but it just tastes better in the Santa Fe tasting room. For some reason, the sauvage is more savage and the still wines
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BEST NEW RESTAURANT The Pantry Dos Well, of course! Your favorite best new restaurant is a new old restaurant, which has been so good for so long that it just couldn’t hold you all, so they had to build another one. The Pantry Dos is a culinary continuation of the original Pantry, offering all the longtime, down-home, scratchmade Pantry favorites, just in a different location. 20 White Feather (in Oshara Village), 365-2859 pantrysantafe.com
Mampuku Ramen There isn’t a lot we can all agree on these days but there is one thing: Mampuku serves up a mean bowl of ramen. Whether you like your broth light and floral or dark and sultry, we bet you leave very little of it, if any, in the bowl. 1965 Cerrillos Road, 772-0169
Madame Matisse Many fans of the Madame would prefer to keep its flaky pastries, sweet crepes, and rich hollandaise a secret to themselves. But the rest of you just had to go and spill the sweet fillings about this superb French bakery and cafe. 1291 San Felipe Ave.; 105 E Marcy St., 772-0949 madamematisse.com
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PATIO
La Casa Sena There’s just something about the patio at La Casa Sena. It’s like as soon as you’re seated, the world melts away: You can pretend you’re somewhere else, forget about all the things you have to do, and just let life slow down for a while. It doesn’t hurt that all those trees and lovely landscaping make the air smell sweet and feel 10 degrees cooler. 125 E Palace Ave., 988-9232 lacasasena.com
Harry’s Roadhouse If you’re already there for the desserts and the drinks and the general ambiance, go outside and get those things on the gorgeous patio. Watch for the hummingbird moths. 96 B Old Las Vegas Hwy., 989-4629 harrysroadhousesantafe.com
The Cowgirl BBQ The best thing about the Cowgirl patio is the people-watching and the live music. Even better, watching people dance to that live music. And watching street oglers ogle the dancers. 319 S Guadalupe St., 982-2565 cowgirlsantafe.com
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PIZZA
Back Road Pizza The folks at Back Road Pizza sure know how to crisp a crust. In fact, the crust is so good, who really cares what’s on top? Just kidding. Toppings are just as important and Back Road covers all the bases there too. Speaking of covering all the bases, its gluten-free pizza is the best in town. What else
could you ask for from your now nine-years running favorite pizza place in town? 1807 Second St., Ste. 1, 955-9055 backroadpizza.com
Il Vicino Wood Oven Pizza It’s agonizing to have to order here simply because you have to make such a quick decision then sit there second-guessing yourself as you wait for your pie to arrive. Should I have gone for the Molta Carne or will I be OK with the Motorino? No matter, because you know it’s going to be good. 321 W San Francisco St., 986-8700 ilvicino.com
Pizza Centro You know when a place says it’s New York-style pizza but then gives you LA-sized slices? Pizza Centro is NOT that place. Big slices, big pies, tasty toppings and one of the best foldable crusts around. 418 Cerrillos Road, 988-8825; 3470 Zafarano Drive, 471-6200; Agora Center, 7 Avenida Vista Grande, Eldorado, 466-3161 pizzacentronys.com
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SUSHI
Kohnami Kohnami is just about the biggest sushi game in town—literally, its menu has all the sushi. From combo rolls and hand rolls to sashimi and fried rolls, sushi lovers want for naught. Strangely enough, while sushi is considered a pretty healthy cuisine, one of your most-ordered items is the Heart Attack: sliced jalapenos stuffed with cream cheese and spicy tuna, panko breaded and fried, then topped with eel sauce, spicy mayo and fish eggs. 313 S Guadalupe St., 984-2002 kohnamisantafe.com
Izanami Restaurant While Izanami technically isn’t a sushi restaurant, its chefs are now integrating more fresh, quality fish with sushi specials on the menu. And when they
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do, you know it’s going to be a Grade A bite.
designs and lots of cacti. 1607 Alcaldesa St. #201, 7805796 opuntia.cafe
21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, 428-6409 tenthousandwaves.com/food
ArtfulTea
Masa Sushi
Tea is a beautiful thing and so is this little spot. Not only does ArtfulTea carry over 90 types, it makes some fantastic blends that are fun to take home and surprise people with. Be sure to ask all your dumb tea questions here because they’ve got the answers.
This friendly little joint rolls out some amazing sushi, including dinner specials with multiple types of sushi, sashimi and rolls for those who like to try a bit of everything. Also, Masa Sushi has the best names for their rolls—Balloon Fiesta Roll, anyone?
101 W Marcy St., 795-7724 artfultea.com
927 W Alameda St., 982-3334
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TACOS
Sweetwater Harvest Kitchen
El Parasol The thing about sandwiches is there are just too many choices of bread. And while bread is a delicious and important building block for a tasty sandwich, why bother when you can just have the sandwich of the Southwest: a taco? El Parasol wins here not just for all the delicious fillings one has to choose from—all the meats plus a good veggie selection—but also for its warm, soft, fragrant homemade tortillas. 1833 Cerrillos Road, 995-8015; 298 Dinosaur Trail,995-8226 elparasol.com
Taco Fundación It’s like the Meow Wolf of tacos. Crazy flavor combos, pretty colors and unexpected ingredients make a stop at Taco Fundacíon always an adventure. Also, the burritos are <mwah!>. 235 N Guadalupe St., 982-8286
Bumble Bee’s Baja Grill Though it is plenty lovely to eat at Bumble Bee’s, there is just something about drive-thru tacos that makes this world a better place. It’s nice to show up with tacos for everyone—meat eaters and vegans, alike. 301 Jefferson St., 820-2862 bumblebeesbajagrill.com
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TAPROOM
Second Street Brewery Second Street is the big winner here, perhaps because of its
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taproom diversity. There’s the down home feel of the original, where you’ll probably see someone you know. There’s the people-watching potential of the Railyard location, where you may see someone you might want to know. And then there’s the Rufina taproom, where you’re likely to hear someone you know, or want to know, thanks to its strong live music game. Buy someone a beer today! 1814 Second St., 982-3030; 1607 Paseo de Peralta, 989-3278; 2920 Rufina St., 954-1068 secondstreetbrewery.com
Santa Fe Brewing Santa Fe Brewing has upped its tap room game with the opening of the spacious Beer Hall at HQ but we’re still in love with the cozy comfort of the Brakeroom and thankful for options in Eldorado. 35 Fire Place, 424-3333; 510 Galisteo St., 780-8648 santafebrewing.com
Rowley Farmhouse Ales Rowley’s taphouse isn’t a big space but that’s what makes it fun. You kind of have to get to know your neighbors (and, frequently, their dogs), which is
what taprooms are supposed to be all about. 1405 Maclovia St., 428-0719 rowleyfarmhouse.com
BEST
TEA
The Teahouse With more than 150 varieties of tea available, The Teahouse is sure to please even the most pansophic of tea-drinkers. But that variety also makes it a fun place to try new things. Staff are always happy to make recommendations based on your preferences, and we obviously aren’t the only ones who get a kick out of placing an order for a Volcano Flower Burst, Hairy Crab or King of Duck Shit. 821 Canyon Road, 992-0972 teahousesantafe.com
Opuntia Café Oh, Opuntia, we await your re-opening with such thinly veiled excitement! When you are ready in your new Railyard space, we will be ready for your tea culture teachings, good tastes, lovely
Sweetwater Harvest Kitchen may be your best vegetarian food, but it’s not actually a vegetarian restaurant (it serves sustainably harvested seafood and meat)— it’s a healthy eating kind of place. Inspired by world cuisine and what’s fresh locally, all dishes are gluten-free, beautiful to look at and even better to taste. Whether you’re looking for a yucca root pizza, a paleo wrap—or just have a buddy who can’t go without a burger—look no further. 1512 Pacheco St., 795-7383 sweetwatersf.com
Vinaigrette When you own a farm and grow amazing veggies, it only makes sense to open a restaurant focused on fresh ingredients. As you all well know, though, Vinaigrette makes something new, specifically, of salad, with creative recipes that take it from a mere side dish to main course status. Bonus: Owner Erin Wade’s eco-friendly initiatives should inspire every restaurant operator, everywhere. 709 Don Cubero Alley, 820-9205 vinaigretteonline.com
Paper Dosa Indian food has no need for meat—all those spices turn vegetables and beans into things one never thought they could be. If you’re not sure about that, then you haven’t been to Paper Dosa. 551 W Cordova Road, 930-5521 paper-dosa.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 >>
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SHOPPING BEST
BIKE SHOP
The Broken Spoke Santa Feans are ride or die for The Broken Spoke, conveniently located in the center of town. Owner Mike Chapman presides over kind service and clever technicians to keep you rollin’ on in style, and they’re now conducting socially distant business out of the back parking lot. 1426 Cerrillos Road, 992-3102 brokenspokesantafe.com
rob and charlie’s If you’re looking for new wheels but aren’t sure exactly what kind you need, rob and charlie’s pros are known for their custom fittings. 1632 St. Michael’s Drive, 471-9119 robandcharlies.com
Mellow Velo Try a road, mountain or specialty bike before you buy it at Mellow Velo, and don’t forget to say hi (or hey, donate!) to SFR next door. 132 E Marcy St., 995-8356 mellowvelo.com
BEST
BOOKSTORE
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ollecte orks ookstore and Coffeehouse Maybe you’re into the packed calendar of author events, the Iconik coffee and pastries, or custom ordering from this more than 40-year-old local independent. Maybe you dig the fact that Billy the Kid once spent time in the old Santa Fe jailhouse on the spot where you now like to sip a latte and stare at the fireplace in the wintertime. Or maybe you’re just there for a quick curbside pickup.
Whatever it is, Collected Works is Santa Fe’s favorite boutique bookstore experience. 202 Galisteo St., 988-4226 collectedworksbookstore.com
Garcia Street Books What’s better than an indie bookstore next to an indie coffeeshop (Downtown Subscription) in a mellow neighborhood? Maybe one with a thoughtfully curated selection of brand-new titles, plus older ones that are given room to breathe on the shelf? 376 Garcia St., Ste. B, 986-0151 garciastreetbooks.com
op.cit Books Do you need a Cormac McCarthy first edition, or maybe a book on welding? Op.cit has both and a lot more, including some of the most well-read booksellers in town. DeVargas Center, 157 Paseo de Peralta, 428-0321 opcit.com
BEST
CAR DEALER
Honda Subaru of Santa Fe Car shopping can be the absolute worst, or you can go to these behemoths located right next to each other. Both earn praise for stress-free sales and service departments as well as friendly financiers. 7511 Cerrillos Road, 471-7007 hondasubaruofsantafe.com
Toyota of Santa Fe People can get crazy on Google reviews, but Toyota of Santa Fe has more than 1,100 that average out to 4.5 stars. Customers tend to praise employees by name, which you know means a lot when it comes to car dealerships. 1601 St. Michael’s Drive, 982-1900 toyotaofsantafe.com
Great Little Cars Since 1995, it has had a strong business in trading and selling gently used … well, it’s all in the name! 500 Cordova Road, 992-8122 greatlittlecars.com
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Double Take If you’re a vintage freak, it’s hard to walk by the ever-changing windows of Double Take without doing one. There are multiple wormholes inside too: Do you need to peruse an endless selection of cowboy boots, get into the bejeweled universe of a bajillion bolo ties or find that perfect set of Mad Men rocks glasses? Double Take sees you and your acquisitive gleam. Staff will help you find the previously owned treasure you’re seeking. 320 Aztec St., 989-8886 santafedoubletake.com
Stephen’s A Consignment Gallery The somewhat fussy name should clue you into Stephen’s attention to detail and selection when it comes to art, antiques and furniture at this combo store and gallery.
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2701 Cerrillos Road, 471-0802 stephensconsignments.com
Art.i.fact With its hip and, let’s face it, rather wealthy consignment clientele, there always seems to be something fresh and surprisingly well-priced in Art.i.fact’s eclectic storeroom and The Backroom online store.
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Amanda’s Flowers specializes in a lovely variety of fresh flowers and creative gift ideas to suit any style or budget. www.flowershopsantafe.com 1610 Saint Michael’s Drive • (505) 473-9212
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Amanda’s Flowers It’s the kind of place that gives small businesses a good name. Talk to staff about what your sister-in-law needs on her birthday or how Grandpa Pat loves peonies and they’ll really listen, creating a one-of-a-kind arrangement with pristine specialty blooms. 1610 St. Michael’s Drive, 473-9212 amandasflowers.net
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Artichokes & Pomegranates That’s right, these folks aren’t afraid to get fancy or weird when it comes to floral stunting, emphasis on the gorgeousness. 418 Cerrillos Road, 820-0044 artichokesandpomegranates.com
304 Camino Alire, 988-8011; 715 St. Michael’s Drive, 988-9626 paynes.com
Newman’s Nursery If you cruise Newman’s weekly ad specials on a regular basis, you might just be able to build yourself an affordable mega-garden that blooms like crazy. 7501 Cerrillos Road, 471-8642 newmansnursery.com
BEST
GIFT STORE
Doodlet’s There’s literally something for everyone in this retail funhouse. But even if you buy nothing, Doodlet’s is an endlessly entertaining experience complete with hands-on puzzles, cards, stamps, whirligigs that light up and make noise, and whatever else there might be on earth to amuse, delight and astonish people who are either waiting for a table at Café Pasqual’s or looking for the perfect present, or both.
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Flower-wantin’ folk keep coming back to Barton’s for its reliability and fresh, beautiful arrangements.
1722 St. Michael’s Drive, Ste. H, 982-9731 shop.bartonsflowers.com
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GARDEN/ LANT S LIES
Agua Fria Nursery At this local organic institution, “gettin’ dirty since 1975,” the plants just look more alive than anywhere else. That’s because their caregivers are serious about non-GMO, all-natural growing experiences, and they’re happy to help you cultivate your own. Don’t miss owner Bob Pennington’s frequent classes on gardening in this semi-arid steppe climate. 1409 Agua Fría St., 983-4831 aguafrianurserynm.com
Payne’s Nursery Payne’s is super convenient, with north and south locations, an organic soil yard, knowledgeable staff and a wide selection of color-poppin’ annuals
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and perennials, bulbs, shrubs, trees and the like.
120 Don Gaspar Ave., 983-3771 doodlets.com
Keshi: The Zuni Connection Pick up a handcrafted Zuni fetish that fits in the palm of your hand, browse inlaid rings, bracelets or earrings, and learn the story behind every craftsperson who made them. 227 Don Gaspar Ave., 989-8728 keshi.com
Nambé Trading Post-Gallery This emporium for one-ofa-kind Southwestern gifts sells Native art, jewelry and pottery along with leftover movie costumes from Western movies curated by Emmy-award winning costumer Cathy Smith. Best of all, you’re shopping in beautiful Nambé! 20-A Summer Road, 455-2819 nambetradingpost.com
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GROCERY STORE
Trader Joe’s It will never win best parking lot, but this Southern California import is beloved for its fantastically fair prices, world-traveling wine department and addictive private-selection snacks and frozen foods. We hear the company treats its employees rather well, too. That kind of investment in labor shows, especially when it comes to how well you’re taken care of while waiting in the long, socially distanced lines to get in these days. 530 W Cordova Road, 995-8145 traderjoes.com
La Montañita Co-op La Montañita’s participation in the Double Up Food Bucks program means SNAP recipients get half-price, utterly delicious New Mexico-grown produce. It’s just one of the ways in which this New Mexico-grown co-op invests in local farmers and shoring up food insecurity. Solana Center, 913 W Alameda St., 984-2852 lamontanita.coop
Sprouts Farmers Market With two locations both north and south, Sprouts is known for great prices and specials, a wide selection of produce and taking extra and much-appreciated precautions in the era of COVID-19. 199 Paseo de Peralta, 988-1140; 3201 Zafarano Drive #20, 424-1900 sprouts.com
BEST
HARDWARE STORE
Big Jo True Value Hardware You walk in, multiple people offer to help you, and all of them really seem to know their stuff. It’s easy to get in and get out of Big Jo with exactly what you need at the price point you expected. This summer, though, you might end up staying a little longer, since Rainbow Snow and Roque’s Hot Dogs have both set up shop in the parking lot. 1311 Siler Road, 473-2255 bigjotruevalue.com CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE >>
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as one of the BEST! If you love elegant, eclectic, and beautifully curated pre-owned fashion, you need to go to Art.i.fact Consignment Boutique! Shop with us at our store or online. 930 Baca Street, Suite C Santa Fe, NM 87505 • 505-982-5000 www.Artifactsantafe.com Follow us on Instagram: @artifactsantafe
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Ace Hardware of Santa Fe Don’t wanna bother with the Lowe’s labyrinth or the crush of people at Home Depot? Ace is the place for grab ’n’ go gratification of the home-improvement kind. 2006 Cerrillos Road, Ste. 1, 424-9343 acehardware.com
Eldorado True Value Eldoradodo birds (and people who live there) swear by this True Value outpost for efficiency and selection. 7 Caliente Road, 466-6522 eldoradotruevaluehardware.com
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Fruit of the Earth Organics One of the longest-running dispensaries in the city, Fruit of the Earth is the proud recipient of a Sustainable Santa Fe award for its conservation-minded business model. A well-educated, happy sales force deals in guaranteed organically grown strains and smoking implements for a variety of medicinal needs. Fruit of the Earth has also hopped up its customer services, which include online ordering and easy pickup and
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901 Early St., 310-7917 fruitoftheearthorganics.com
Concrete Jungle Smoke Shop A great head shop is about the people who work there as much as the selection of smoking accessories; and Concrete Jungle owner Rebecca Garcia presides over both. 126 N Guadalupe St., 820-2888
Red House Smoke Shop Red House has been holding it down on its funky stretch of Cerrillos and catering to locals for nearly two decades. 1434 Cerrillos Road, 982-4202 redhousesmokeshop.com
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INTERIOR HOME STORE
Design Warehouse Do you need a quick immersion in a world where everything is new, bright and functional? Design Warehouse is the place to pop into when you need some good, clean aesthetic retail therapy, whether that’s a loving gaze at an Eames chair or just an impulse buy of a $20 rainbow-colored multi-tool set. Call for an appointment to shop, order online or curbside pickup. 130 Lincoln Ave., 988-1555 designwarehousesantafe.com
The Raven Fine Consignments You might say The Raven set the tone for the architecturally happening Baca Street Railyard, with its eclectic blend of antique, vintage and new furniture and accessories. Rooms upon rooms of surprises in store here. 1225 Cerrillos Road, 988-4775 theravensantafe.com
Stephen’s A Consignment Gallery Discerning taste in jewelry, art, watches and more at Stephen’s makes for a real sense of dis-
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covery when you hit on the right object here. Plus, it will work with you to make it your own. 2701 Cerrillos Road, 471-0802 stephensconsignments.com
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JEWELRY STORE
Santa Fe Goldworks Owner and designer David Griego has built his business since 1972, creating signature designs in gold jewelry set off with turquoise, diamonds, lapis and the like. His pieces are handcrafted by local artisans and meant to celebrate a Santa Fe-centric stew of cross-cultural influences. Dare you to cross the Plaza without one of his rings catching your eye. Santa Fe Arcade, 60 E San Francisco St., Ste. 218, 983-4562 santafegoldworks.com
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Read about the vast array of artisans behind the stunning silver-inlay pieces at Keshi on its website—or come to the store to hear their back stories in person. 227 Don Gaspar Ave., 989-8728 keshi.com
Tresa Vorenberg Goldsmiths With more than four decades in the jewelry game and a long family history in New Mexico, Tresa V. is known as equally for her ability to design exquisite custom pieces as for her unflagging taste in unique, you’ll-never-find-it-elsewhere jewelry. 656 Canyon Road, 988-7215 tvgoldsmiths.com
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LOCALLY MADE FOOD PRODUCT
Sage Bakehouse Sage makes it safe for the carb-lovers among us to let our gluten freak flags fly. Owner-operator Andrée Falls opened this “Francophile in the desert” outpost in 1996 to give Santa Feans a taste of what being
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boulangerie-frequenting bourgeoisie really felt like. Turns out it stuck, hard, and we’re hooked on Sage’s fixed menu of tartines, soups, pies and pastries—and mon panza, the fresh-baked bread. Pro tip: Grill a couple slices from the Kalamata olive loaf for an heirloom tomato-and-cheese panino of your own home-making. 535 Cerrillos Road, 820-7243 sagebakehouse.com
Kakawa Chocolate House In addition to its ancient chocolate elixirs—life-giving on a winter’s day—Kakawa’s got Santa Fe style when it comes to prickly pear, mescal, or horchata truffles, plus a rotating selection of season-inspired treats. 1050 Paseo de Peralta, 982-0388; 1300 Rufina Circle #A4, 930-5460 kakawachocolates.com
Posa’s El Merendero Tamale Factory & Restaurant Watch the masa missiles get churned out, as they say, “the original way” at this longtime family-owned flagship, pick up a sack of pintos while you’re at it, and don’t miss what—low-key— might be the best flautas in town. 1514 Rodeo Road, 820-7672 santafetamales.com
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MATTRESS SHOP
Denver Mattress Company Sure, the company is not from here, but salespeople get where you’re coming from. They understand buying a mattress is not just a walk-in, fork-overthe-cash kinda deal for you, so they’ll listen to your needs and offer some solutions. Just like you sitting up wide awake at 3 am, they are extra present. 1427 Avenida de las Americas, 474-9398 denvermattress.furniturerow.com
Sachi Organics Doesn’t the name of this natural-fiber store just sound so cozy and comforting? This multigenerational business is committed to products that are just that. 523 Cordova Road, 982-3938 sachiorganics.com
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Mattress Firm Santa Fe Here’s where the deals are, with three separate locations throughout the city. 199 Paseo de Peralta, 216-2550; 3300 Cerrillos Road, 216-2933; 3517 Zafarano Drive, 473-0188 mattressfirm.com
persons is helping to coordinate your look with your wallet. 320 Aztec St., 989-8886 santafedoubletake.com
Corsini Are you the kind of dandy dresser who wears tweed, cashmere, suede and shearling even when you’re working from home? Corsini’s got you covered. 107 W San Francisco St., 820-2300
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Double Take Whether you’re the rhinestone cowboy type or just some dude out looking for a good pair of vintage Levi’s, every piece at Double Take has a story and a price. Both may vary, depending on which of Double Take’s delightful sales-
Red River Mercantile It’s quite possible to be both rugged and stylish at the same time. For that, there is Red River, specializing in beloved brands like Filson and Pendleton. 235 Don Gaspar Ave., 982-1233 redrivermercantile.com
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OPTICAL SHOP
Botwin Eye Group | Oculus The Botwins are the supergroup of eye groups: Mark, Jonathan, Jeremy—along with Micayla Fisher-Ives, who is a breath of fresh optometrical air! The four doctors staff both Santa Fe locations of the family practice, which provides a variety of eye exams and treatments; glasses and contact lens services; along with retail frame options for the myopic and farsighted among us. 125 W Water St., 982-2020; 444 St. Michael’s Drive, 438-2020 oculusbotwineyegroup.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 21 >>
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Ojo Optique Ojo Optique has an eye for the avant-garde, frame-wise, and it’s staff are happy to help you look cooler while seeing better.
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125 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 114, 988-4444 ojooptique.com
Eye Associates This longstanding medical practice also has a one-stop frame shop, and what’s quicker than that? 2947 Rodeo Park Drive, Ste. E, 983-6613 eyenm.com
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SHOE STORE
On Your Feet Say you go into On Your Feet with your mom, who is looking for a comfy pair of semi-fancy shoes, and say you both also just got pedicures. They’ll not only notice your gleaming tootsies, they’ll find the best possible footwear to show them off. Savor the great sock selection and overall lovely vibes of this perennial favorite shoe store, which stocks Camper, Birkenstock, Dansko and all those other sensible-meets-stylish brands, with different lines available at each store. 328 S Guadalupe St., Ste. I (enter on Montezuma Avenue), 983-3900; DeVargas Center, 189 Paseo de Peralta, 780-8997 onyourfeetnm.com
City Shoe & Boot Repair Vicente Trujillo is the owner, Mariano Ortega is the master, and a team of experienced craftsmen are at the ready for repairs and alterations. Those in the know also pick up local red chile and pinto beans here. 847 Ninita St., 983-8264 cityshoeandbootrepair.com
The Running Hub Since 2001, these folks have committed to high-tech shoes and accessories for running, walking, hiking and maybe finally crossing that triathlon off your bucket list. 1100 Don Diego Ave., Ste. B, 820-2523 runsantafe.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 >>
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Las Cosas Kitchen Shoppe
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SPECIALTY FOOD/COOKING STORE
Las Cosas Kitchen Shoppe Las Cosas hosts cooking classes with a rotating cast of the impressive culinary luminaries that make this city stand out as a food lover’s ground zero. The store also has the best selection of high-end and designer kitchen goods in the city, along with frequent sales that make repeat visits worthwhile. Find a specialty shop with nearly 50 years of expert service and advice for home cooks, which we happen to need now more than ever. DeVargas Center, 181 Paseo de Peralta, 988-3394 lascosascooking.com
Kaune’s Neighborhood Market Kaune’s has kept the dream of a small, family-owned independent grocery alive since 1896, and its shelves boast a trove of local specialty foods
you can’t find anywhere else. 511 Old Santa Fe Trail, 982-2629 kaunes.com
Santa Fe School of Cooking After 30 years in business, the Santa Fe School of Cooking branched out into virtual and live Zoom classes this spring, but don’t worry—they’re still hosting socially distanced in-person lessons with all your favorite instructors. It also has a curbside pickup menu available with 24 hours notice. 125 N. Guadalupe St., 983-4511 santafeschoolofcooking.com
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WOMEN’S CLOTHING
you up like the low-maintenance yet effortlessly chic woman you’ve always wanted to be. 101 W Marcy St., Ste. 3, 982-1399 wearaboutssf.com
Get it Together Explore the sartorial sorority of the shoes you got at On Your Feet at their sister store. 328 S Guadalupe St. (enter on Montezuma Avenue), Ste. G, 983-4498 onyourfeetsf.com/get-it-together
Sign of the Pampered Maiden Laugh all you want at the name, but this longtime Water Street boutique knows how to cater to its clientele with a wide-ranging selection of clothing, jewelry and shoes for bougie broads and deal-seekers alike. 123 W Water St., 982-5948
WearAbouts WearAbouts captures that kind of ethereal yet practical, breathable organic fabrics vibe you’re after. Owner Megan Green and associates are happy to dress
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WESTERN WEAR
Double Take Suit up in Santa Fe style with
Double Take’s vast array of Western wear, including boots, bolos, Wranglers and cowboy shirts from the streets of Laredo—or Bakersfield. Then cue up the Morricone in your head and try out a strong, silent Eastwood stare on the patio at Cowgirl BBQ next door. 320 Aztec St., 989-8886 santafedoubletake.com
Kowboyz This outfit takes the road less traveled when it comes to spelling and shopping for Western wear. When it comes to boots, especially, shoppers swear by the collection here. 345 W. Manhattan Ave., 984-1256 kowboyz.com
Back at the Ranch Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch is killing the custom-made cowboy boot game on Marcy Street in an adorable adobe cottage with the most knowledgeable staff around. 209 E. Marcy St., 989-8110 backattheranch.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 25 >>
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HOME & BUSINESS SERVICES BEST
ART FRAME SHOP
Frontier Frames
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A pal collects movie posters, but not the lame, obvious ones. One time we went to Frontier Frames to pick up a giant 65-year-old Bowery Boys poster. Not only was it gorgeously mounted, but staff had expertly disguised the tears in the paper. That’s probably one of several reasons why this resource for artists, galleries and collectors has been in business since 1973 and is marking two decades as a Best of Santa Fe winner.
A rose by any other name would smell as sweet, but Squeaky Clean tells you exactly what you’re getting. Classic car enthusiasts and normal car people alike dig both locations for washes, waxes, shampoos and details. Owner Jay Ritter has been vocal about the new sanitizing protocols set in place during COVID-19, including a special $34.95 Virus Wash with hospital-grade cleaners. Check it off your errand list before you head out on your next socially distant road trip.
2008 St. Michael’s Drive, 473-1901 frontierframes.net
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Justin’s Frame Designs (JFD) From the New Mexico History Museum to Nedra Matteucci Galleries to artist Tony Abeyta, JFD has built a sterling list of clients in its more than 20 years in town. 1221 Flagman Way, Ste. A2, 955-1911 santafeframing.com
Goldleaf Framemakers of Santa Fe Katherine Lewin
BEST AUTO DETAILING/CAR WASH
Oilstop Car Wash Get in, get out, get two things done right about now. Oilstop gets praise for its attention to fine detail and sweet service. Pass Jiffy Lube and keep going ’til you get here. 3651 Cerrillos Road, 471-2323 oilstopsantafe.com
Speedy Shine Car Wash In addition to having nice prices, Speedy Shine is located in that vortex of Cerrillos Road near Denny’s and Allsup’s, where there’s more to do and see than you can shake a stick at.
Goldleaf founder, artist and framer Marty Horowitz, who passed away July 2 at the age of 70, started making frames for 50 cents an hour as a 13-year-old. His business has been serving local museums, galleries and collectors since 1988.
3006 Cerrillos Road, 780-5028 santafespeedyshine.com
627 W. Alameda St., 988-5005 goldleafpictureframes.com
Owned and operated by the Gallegos family for more than 30 years, Custom Craft is the only Northern New Mexico collision repair outfit to
BEST
BODY SHOP
Custom Craft Auto Collision
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Mena’s Coachworks Is your car rather unique and extra posh, kind of like the name “Mena’s Coachworks,” kind of like you? Head to Mena’s, in business since 1979, and specializing in premium automotive brands, including European and Japanese models. 3360-B Lopez Lane, 471-9037
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rob and charlie’s Speaking of ’80s cinema featuring characters named Goose, are you a BMX Bandit from the old school? So is rob and charlie’s, which opened in 1979. It is still the largest BMX retailer in Northern New Mexico, but rob and charlie’s is also a center for bike repair parts and services that include custom fitting, tune-ups and installations. If you’re more of a Gleaming the Cube aficionado, the shop also sells and fixes skateboards. 1632 St. Michael’s Drive, 471-9119 robandcharlies.com
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The Broken Spoke The staff section of The Broken Spoke’s website showcases the witty and talented array of mechanics and customer service folks you’ll encounter here. If you’re on a budget, they’ll help you prioritize what should get fixed first.
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1426 Cerrillos Road, 992-3102 brokenspokesantafe.com
Mellow Velo SFR’s next-door neighbor on Marcy Street is totally one of our staff faves too. Mellow Velo technicians will not only fix your bike up, they’ll lavishly praise your impeccable taste in wheels and give you the lowdown on trails less traveled.
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CAR REPAIR
Mike’s Garage Subarus and Santa Fe are practically synonymous, and Mike’s Garage is where the true ’baru gurus live. For more than three decades, Mike’s has earned a reputation for rapid repairs that go the extra mile—and cost way less than at the dealership. Also, the relationship between you and your mechanic is special, and the respect and nurturing should go both ways. We do unto Mike’s Garage as they do unto our cars. 1501 Fifth St., 983-6577 mikesgaragesf.com
The Auto Angel Hark, 36-month, 36,000-mile nationwide limited repair warranty, do you hear the unbeatable offer of the Auto Angel, which also gives back to the community with Food Depot drives? 140 Cerrillos Road, 424-3899 theautoangel.com
Toy Auto Man The Toyota Tacoma might be the unofficial truck of Northern New Mexico. About the only thing it has in common with a Lexus is that Toy Auto Man is the spot where both get fixed. This Airport Road fixture strives to complete most repairs and services on the same day, which is an admirable mission. 4774 Airport Road, 983-9463 toyautoman.com
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CLEANING SERVICE
Martinizing GreenEarth Cleaning Santa Fe wants to look sexy, right, but we’re also pretty woke to the harmful carcinogens in the petrochemical solvents most dry cleaners use. Enter Martinizing GreenEarth, which uses two different environmentally friendly processes, replacing those chemicals with liquid silicone. Say bye to that synthetic smell, hi to clean and pressed duds without the toll traditional dry cleaning takes on fabrics. 913 Old Pecos Trail, 982-9259; 400 N Guadalupe St., 988-2455; 2801 Rodeo Road, Ste. A7, 473-4396 drycleaningsantafe.com
La Unica Dry Cleaners La Unica’s history in Santa Fe dates back to 1969, when Manuel Lopez opened a clothes-cleaners on Cerrillos Road. The business has been handed down through two generations and expanded to another location, always with the same commitment to spot-cleaning excellence. 647 Cerrillos Road, 983-1182; 1932 Cerrillos Road, 982-8231 aunicadrycleaners.com
Green Choice Cleaning, LLC Safe, thorough commercial and residential cleaning is more important now than ever, as is a
commitment to environmentally friendly products and methods. Locally owned Green Choice has these down plus nearly 20 years of experience. 316-2679
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COMPUTER AND IT SERVICES Dotfoil Computers
A good computer technician can be hard to find, and horror stories of the especially gnarly ones abound in this town. Dotfoil has led this Best of Santa Fe category for more than a decade, offering repair for Macs, PCs, iPhones; IT for home or business; retail computers and accessories. Schedule an appointment for pickup, drop-off or remote five-star service from certified technicians. They also take old electronics for recycling. 851 St Michael’s Drive, 954-9955 dotfoil.com
Capitol Computer & Network Solutions Virus removal (yeah, not that kind), sales, network solutions, wireless installations, repairs— whatever you need, Capitol Computer is highly rated for its team of technicians. It promises no charge if your problem is not fixed. 518 Old Santa Fe Trail #6, 216-1108 ccandns.com
Crumbacher The name Crumbacher might sound like a grumpy old codger,
but these folks are pretty with it. They offer “the latest in business technology.” Go here for all your small-business tech infrastructure needs, as well as Mac and PC repair, installs and upgrades. 2907 Agua Fria St., 820-6007 crubsy.com
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ELECTRICIAN
Gorman Lightning Protection and Electric It’s monsoon season, which also means wildfire danger and electrical meltdowns. Since 1997, Gorman has been offering strike and surge protection along with commercial and residential electrical services. This family business, rooted in personal and timely service, is also the only New Mexico distributor of ECLE (East Coast Lightning Equipment) protection systems. East Coast—wow, que fancy; bet it works nice. 324 Palomino St., 989-3564 gormanlightning.com
Alive Electric, Inc. Small operation, good communicators, timely and professional residential and commercial electric wiring service, stayin’ alive since 2012. 7504 Avenger Way, 438-9707 ccandns.com
G.L. Runer Electric With nearly 30 years of service to Santa Fe and a passion for
residential and business work, contractor Gary Runer and his team attract loyal customers and glowing reviews. 471-3626
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ELECTRONICS REPAIR
Dotfoil Computers
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Del Norte Credit Union Another solid nonprofit and community-oriented credit union, and another perpetual winner in this category, Del Norte Investment Services include education and retirement planning, wealth management, beginning investing strategies—you know, all that good stuff.
Geek Squad
The way Trump frequents McDonald’s because he thinks a corporation that large will never poison him, we trust this Best Buy subsidiary’s assiduously trained tech and appliance experts to get the job done. 3533 Zafarano Drive, 438-4671 bestbuy.com/site/services/geeksquad
Synergy Tech
Cracked screen, water damage, barely visible texts? Get thee to Synergy Tech, which specializes in smartphones and tablets.
Headquartered in Missouri with locations in Arizona, Kansas and New Mexico, Enterprise zeroes in on the financial needs of private businesses and individuals. But Santa Feans are particularly impressed by its nurturing of community institutions and local nonprofits.
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As banking goes, credit unions tend to be comparatively nurturing places, especially when they cater to a clientele that includes state employees, media workers and Santa Fe County residents. SECU’s resources are vast, with savings plans for all stages of life and lending resources that include auto, mortgage, home equity, credit card, personal and secured loans. SECU staff
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Head to Dotfoil when all is lost—the testimonials of their rescues are epic. Remote and appointment-only services since lockdown are crucial to Dotfoil customers’ mental health, which can seem so tied to technology these days. (Right? What else did we do during March and April except doomscroll the news?) We applaud these knowledgeable pros for saving precious data time and time again.
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get where you’re coming from and are happy to help you get to where you wanna go.
VOTED BEST MOVING COMPANY LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED
Educated Men On The Move We realize that moving can be a stressful time and having strangers handling your personal belongings and treasured memories is no simple thing. We want you to know we understand what your going through and want you to feel relaxed, comforted, and at ease throughout every step of this important transition.
HOME & BUSINESS SERVICES Enterprise Bank & Trust Enterprise has mastered the art of local and personalized customer service, and we like to reward that with our patronage even if the bank is based elsewhere. 301 Griffin St., 662-5171; 2009 Galisteo St., 662-5171; 3674 Cerrillos Road, 662-5171 enterprisebank.com
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Tierra Concepts, Inc.
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A six-time winner of the Grand Hacienda award from the Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association, Tierra Concepts is also proud to have built more homes in Las Campanas than any other builder. The company is a big-time evolver of Santa Fe Style into sleek, luxurious contemporary spaces. Its portfolio is a testament to the idea that details and craftsmanship matter. 1512 Pacheco St., Suite D-206, 989-8484 tierraconceptssantafe.com
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BEST INSURANCE AGENCY!
Woods Design Builders The Woods family’s 40 years and two generations of local building experience are a testament to their regard for the traditions that make Santa Fe homes special. Founder Sharon Woods also co-authored the iconic book Santa Fe Style. 302 Catron St., 988-2413 woodsbuilders.com
Sarcon Construction Since 1995, the Sarcon team— which, we’re glad to see, includes several women—has spearheaded grand commercial projects, including SITE Santa Fe, New Mexico History Museum and Plaza Galeria, as well as collaborative home builds. 2044 Galisteo St., Ste. 1, 474-4700 sarcon.net
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2020, good insurance might be more important than ever. The office of Seawright, who is a second-generation State Farm agent, is consistently lauded for its warm customer service in the realms of home, life and car insurance.
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Garrett Seawright – State Farm Insurance Amidst the hellscape that is
Santa Fe doesn’t need State Farm’s series of snappy new commercials—we know who to trust, and it’s Armijo, who has been associated with the company since 1991. Solana Center, 901 W Alameda St., 982-4412
Silas T Garcia Agency & Associates LLC Serving the area since 1958, this small, dynamic team is out to get you the right life or business insurance at an affordable rate. 1443 S. St. Francis Drive, 982-9863
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INTERIOR DESIGN
Violante & Rochford Interiors Are you more Santa Fe Historic, East Coast Meets Santa Fe or Tesuque Contemporary? Married couple and business partners Paul Rochford and Michael Violante can figure out your design identity in their store and showroom, which boasts an extensive fabric library (who doesn’t love a well-stocked fabric library?). Violante & Rochford also bring to the table a stellar cast of creative associates, including custom builder and furniture fabricators; antique and art gallery advisors; landscapers and more. 401 Paseo de Peralta, 983-3912
Samuel Design Group From the Agave Lounge at the Eldorado Hotel to serene and sophisticated residential interiors, Lisa Samuel’s SDG believes in the life-enhancing power of spiffedup spaces. 607 Cerrillos Road, Suite A, 820-0239
224 W. Manhattan Ave., 982-7737
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French & French Interiors Husband-and-wife team Matt and Heather French’s family-centered designs have been featured in Country Living, The New York Times and on HGTV.
Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi Besides having downtown’s best down-low bathrooms, this boutique hotel is home to a restaurant and lounge that manages to feel both comfy and ultra-luxurious. 113 Washington Ave., 988-3030 rosewoodhotels.com/en/inn-ofthe-anasazi-santa-fe
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Cassidy’s Landscaping Landscaping in Santa Fe is as much about plants as it is water, rocks, sky and spirit. Cassidy’s takes the holistic view in its more than 30 years of shaping home and business landscapes, concentrating on xeriscape design and efficient irrigation systems. 3901 Agua Fría St., 474-4500 cassidyslandscaping.com
Desert Rose Landscape & Maintenance Flagstones and flowerbeds, oh my! Desert Rose owner and operator Phil Madrid has a creative eye and practical solutions. 1336 Acequia Borrada, 471-6403 desertroselandscape.com
Clemens & Associates, Inc. The lavish patios and courtyards designed by Catherine Clemens achieve a special synergy between the great outdoors and adobe living. 1012 Marquez Place, Suite 202, 982-4005 clemensandassociates.com
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LAW FIRM
Sommer, Udall, Hardwick and Jones, PA This super-firm with a history stretching back to 1953 centers on estate planning, tax law and real estate along with employment, business and corporate law. It’s known for its qualities of tenacity and patience—a combo that can be hard to find in one lawyer. 200 W Marcy St., 982-4676 sommerudall.com
Egolf + Ferlic + Martinez + Harwood, LLC A small setting of lawyers with
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big-firm experience and a case list that shows service to newspapers, acequia associations, educators, unions and whistleblowers. 123 W San Francisco St., Ste. 200, 986-9641 egolflaw.com
Rothstein Donatelli Since 1976, the attorneys of Rothstein Donatelli LLP have specialized in criminal defense, Indian law, licensing and complex civil and commercial litigation. Partners Mark Donatelli, Richard Hughes, and Donna Connolly now lead the Santa Fe office. 1215 Paseo de Peralta, 988-8004 rothsteinlaw.com
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LENDER
Del Norte Credit Union Whether you need a vintage trailer to restore, an old piece of land to live on or a plan to combine the two, sometimes you just can’t get to that next step in life without a loan. Del Norte’s people keep it cool with reasonable interest rates and payment schedules you don’t have to freak out about. 510 N Guadalupe St., Ste. A, 988-3628; 604 W San Mateo Road, 988-3628; 3286 Cerrillos Road, 455-5228 dncu.org
State Employees Credit Union Refinance your car or student loans or just get that private lending going and flowing at SECU. 813 St. Michael’s Drive, 983-7328; 4920 Promenade Blvd., 983-7328 secunm.org
Enterprise Bank & Trust Obviously they’re into funding that go-getter initiative, they’re called enterprise! 301 Griffin St., 662-5171; 2009 Galisteo St., 662-5171; 3674 Cerrillos Road, 662-5171 enterprisebank.com
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LODGING
La Fonda on the Plaza It’s been called the grande dame of Santa Fe stays, from its Harvey House origins to its film noir close-up in 1947’s Ride the Pink Horse. La Fonda leads by example in pandemic-era hospitality by making smart moves with no complaints—maintaining half-occupancy; rigorous cleaning and sanitizing; and doing its best to inform out-of-state visitors of the 14-day quarantine. The hotel has also opened the cathedral-adjacent Terrace Rooftop Garden Patio for drinks and dining for the first time in 20 years. 100 E San Francisco St., 982-5511 lafondasantafe.com
Hotel Santa Fe, Hacienda & Spa Owned by Picuris Pueblo, Hotel Santa Fe offers a complete cultural immersion for out-of-towners. Locals go here for its museum-quality art collection, Amaya’s superfine dining and celebrity watching. 1501 Paseo de Peralta, 855-825-9876 hotelsantafe.com
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Del Norte Credit Union The homegrown lender gets the mortgage business, too. You trust Del Norte with your banking and lending, why not throw the house in there, too? 3286 Cerrillos Road, 988-3628; 510 N. Guadalupe, Suite A/B, 988-3628 dncu.org
Homewise It’s a nonprofit, it’s been around since 1986, and it has an awesome reputation for educating first-time buyers. Homewise makes the pipe dream of home ownership into a gauzy domestic reality. 1301 Siler Road, Ste. D, 983-9473 homewise.org
State Employees Credit Union Again with the customer service and the personal touch that makes all the difference, SECU breeds loyalty. 813 St. Michael’s Drive, 983-7328; 4920 Promenade Blvd., 983-7328 secunm.org
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Zen Movers What other state of mind could you possibly hope for from a moving company? How about licensed, insured, experienced “educated men on the move?” They know how important and fragile your stuff is, they get how traumatic moving can be, and they might even help you set up that sand garden that keeps you chill when you use the tiny rake on it. 690-1995 zenmovers.info CONTINUED ON PAGE 31 >>
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HOME & BUSINESS SERVICES Delancey Street Foundation New Mexico’s branch of a neat self-help organization for former convicts and people with addiction issues provides a bunch of vocational opportunities— including moving services. Highway 94, Ohkay Owingeh, 852-4291 delanceystreetfoundation.org
Two Men and a Truck This 30-year-old chain keeps it simple with its Grandma Rule— treat everyone as they’d like their grandmother to be treated. 7537 Old Airport Road, Apt. B, 273-3628 twomenandatruck.com
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PEST CONTROL
Bugman Pest Control You don’t get to be called the Bugman—or “New Mexico’s Coolest Pest Control Company”—without laying waste to some exoskeletons in your day. Since 1991, Bugman has been dealing with critters, insects, wildlife, birds and even bedbugs, earning raves for its efficiency. 2873 Trades West Road, 455-3832 bugmannm.com
Critter Control Bat in the bathroom, squirrel in the sauna? Critter Control humanely captures wayward wildlife. 892-6519 crittercontrol.com
New Mexico Pest Control Try to find the value in every living thing, sure, but sometimes they really are complete pests, right? These professional eradicators have been around since 1945 and will get them gone. 3213 Calle Marie, 474-5972 newmexicopestcontrol.com
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PLUMBING COMPANY
Aranda’s Plumbing, Heating and Supply Wouldn’t it be cool to take a time machine to 1947, when Aranda’s opened a small plumbing and heating parts store? Oh wait, we can just go to the quaint shop and
market on Cortez Street, where everything looks about the same. Four generations of service to Santa Fe means Aranda’s is the place when it comes to plumbers you can trust. 600 Cortez St., 983-7391 arandaplumbingonline.com
TLC Plumbing Heating & Cooling TLC is known for its knowledgeable professionals and timely service calls. 2532 Camino Entrada, 471-0119 tlcplumbing.com
Anytime Plumbing For real, it’s open 24 hours and won’t take advantage of you when it comes to pricing. 1528 Center Drive, 474-4441
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REAL ESTATE AGENCY
Barker Realty Barker’s signs are everywhere! And then when you get curious, its online listings tell you all you need to know and more, with giant photos and meticulous details. Bonus points for its many charitable contributions, which means a portion of every closed transaction benefits animal and humanitarian causes. 530 S Guadalupe St., 982-9836 santaferealestate.com
Santa Fe Properties Committed to the cause of home buyers in this crazy town since 1986, Santa Fe Properties also has a reputation for real kindness. 216 Washington Ave., 982-4466 santafeproperties.com
Sotheby’s International Realty Look to Sotheby’s for luxury homes with prestigious service to match. 231 Washington Ave., 988-8808 www.sothebyshomes.com
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ROOFING COMPANY
rian c artlon oo ng When a second-generation roofer puts his name on a roofing company, he makes a certain promise. After 35 years, Brian is mostly
retired, but his company has grown to more than 40 employees and earned its bona fides as Santa Fe’s most trusted roofer.
solar-powered room you rent to put your stuff in at five different but equally well-maintained locations all over town.
39 Bisbee Court, Ste. 7, 982-6256 mcpartlonroofing.com
1591 San Mateo Lane, 983-8038; 2000 Pinon St., 988-2985; 1311 Clark Road, 471-8911; 3902 Rodeo Road, 310-6271; 1224 Rodeo Road, 474-0921 storeata1.com
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Southwest Spray Foam & oo ng This company specializes in foam parties (the polyurethane kind) and you love ’em for it.
Santa Fe Self Storage Stash it with a local business in three locations around Santa Fe. 1501 Third St., 983-6600; 3064 Agua Fria St., 473-2222; 7521 Old Airport Road, 471-2004 santafeselfstoragecompany.com
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42 Bisbee Court, 231-6032 southwestsprayfoam.com
Get into your unit at all hours with full security and enjoy your newly minimalist home.
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SOLAR ENERGY COMPANY
Positive Energy Solar It’s the highest rated solar company in the state, around since 1997, and a Best of Santa Fe winner for more than a decade. It’s also an employee-owned business with a strong track record of community involvement and contributions. Plus, Positive Energy super into harvesting the power of the sun and sponsors SFR’s Morning Word. 3209 Richards Lane, 726-4944 positiveenergysolar.com
Gorman Lightning Protection and Electric Gorman knows lighting, and Gorman can get you set up with solar technology, too. 324 Palomino St., 989-3564 gormanlightning.com
Sol Luna Solar Workin’ on the proudly local sun farm since 1978! 56 County Road 65, Dixon, 455-8875 sollunasolar.com
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STORAGE FACILITY
A-1 Self Storage Kinda hard-boiled, fairly no frills— you get what you get at A-1 and that’s a clean, climate-controlled,
BEST
TIRE SHOP
Discount Tire This is where the rubber meets the road—as Americans began saying in the ’60s after Firestone used the phrase in its commercials—when it comes to affordable durability, skilled installation and upbeat service. And if you go to the one next to Congeries Consignment, you can even shop while staff rotate your tires and calls you when you’re set to get back on the road. 1366 Cerrillos Road, 984-0626; 4316 Cerrillos Road, 4 73-9216 discounttire.com
Garcia Tires LLC Founded by Lupe and Gloria Garcia in Chimayó in 1974, Garcia Tires has expanded to six locations and a motto of “Fastest Tires in the North!” 5984 Airport Road, 473-9715 garciatire.com
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AESTHETIC TREATMENT
Santa Fe Lash & Beauty Bar Owner Lisa Murphy loves lashes. Although she’s worked in beauty for over three decades now, she first studied eyelash extensions in 2011, and she’s mastered five different techniques for building out lush, soft lashes. Murphy passes that expertise onto a team of five aestheticians and technicians who can get your face decked out with all the accoutrements you could need, but only after a thorough facial (and they do nails, too). 1012 Marquez Place #101, 988-8923 santafelashandbeautybar.com
Eldorado Skin Care Our readers agree: There’s no better way to relax than by getting waxed and then rubbing organic lotions all over your skin. Owner Dawn Carter also offers special personalized treatments for oncology patients.
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5 Caliente Road, Eldorado, 819-7210 eldoradoskincare.com
Mist Skin Care Experts at lash and brow tinting, hair removal and permanent cosmetic treatments, Mist Skin Care has a huge line of skincare products just steps from the Plaza. 839 Paseo de Peralta, 986-1356 mistskincare.com
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BARBER
Klean Cut Kenny Kenny Tapia is apparently everything y’all want from a barber—a natural with the clippers, good for a chat, community-oriented and a family man. After scoring second place for the past two years in our Best of Santa Fe poll, Tapia’s oneman-shop has finally pulled a win. For a guy who spends his free time cutting hair for childhood cancer research fundraisers, the win in well-deserved. 3600 Cerrillos Road, Ste. 404A, 920-2864
The Center Barber & Beauty Shop Three generations of master barbers have been working under the Center Barber name and cutting hair at the same Cordova Road location for 66 years—here’s to at least 66 more. 503 W Cordova Road, 982-1020 centerbarbershop.com
Evolution Hair Design A super-stylish space on the Southside serves up the latest men’s hairstyles with the goal of revolutionizing New Mexico’s barber scene, and they’re off to a promising start. 3526 Zafarano Dr. Ste D-2, 819-8055 evohairdesign.com
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Santa Fe Lash & Beauty Bar Seven different types of facials, including the “custom facial” of infinite potential, might lead the unknowing to Google up what “nano needling” and “gua sha” were, but luckily the aestheticians at the Beauty Bar will explain everything—and help you decide which is best for you, or customize something for your face with a melange of techniques. Hint: Gua sha involves rubbing rocks over your face. Get exfoliated and get glowing!
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Eldorado Skin Care With an extensive line-up of facial protocols for any sort of skin condition, Eldorado Skin Care also has a “gentleman’s facial” for bearded folks with facial hair, who of course deserve a skincare routine. 5 Caliente Road, Eldorado, 819-7210 eldoradoskincare.com
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Mist Skin Care Make a comprehensive organic facial part of your next visit downtown, or just stop in for a quick pore purification. There’s a special facial just for teens who could use some skincare guidance. 839 Paseo de Peralta, 986-1356 mistskincare.com
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HAIR SALON
Rock Paper Scissor Best of Santa Fe winners for, oh my gosh, 14 years running now, owner Melodi Wyss has a knack for hiring only the most talented stylists and stocking her shelves with quality hair products, and we’re glad to see this reputation has kept up. A great choice if you need a new color or just a fresh style, this salon makes hanging out in the mall feel kinda cool again. DeVargas Center, 187 Paseo de Peralta, 955-8500 rockpaperscissorsalonspa.com
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The Color Bar Owner Nikki Martinez is a Santa Fe local who’s been styling hair for nine years now, and this is the first year her salon is making an appearance in the Best of Santa Fe list. The Color Bar does nails and reflexology, too. 1005 S St Francis Drive, Ste. 115, 310-4903
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Unless you request it, you probably won’t be looking that crazy after coming out of Jessica Jiron’s salon. Based on the huge number
of services available, our bet is that you’ll be looking perfect. 1421 Luisa St. Ste B, 920-4786
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NAIL SALON
Serenity Nail Spa Owners Tommy Tran and Judy Mak offer just about every nail service imaginable (by appointment only) in an airy, clean shop off the Cerrillos and Airport intersection, with special services for kids and waxing, too. They’re usually booked up from returning customers and referrals, so call ahead to get a good time—but y’all probably already knew that, huh? 4056 Cerrillos Road, 471-2106 serenitynailspa.co
Nail Experts Long-time Best of Santa Fe winners offering affordable, professional nail services in a clean Midtown location near the Souper Salad. Appointments are recommended, but it can usually accommodate a walk-in. 2438 Cerrillos Road, 474-6183 nailexperts-nailsalon.business.site
PERSONAL & PET SERVICES Nail Time Established in 1996 by Ken and Barbara Tran, this Southside beauty fixture offers clean, posh-y vibes with big windows facing the bustling Airport Road. 4350 Airport Road, 474-8020
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Barks & Bubbles There’s no rush to collect your little fuzzball after his spa sesh—just let him chill the rest of the day at doggy daycare with his friends, but make sure it’s part of your appointment. 1311 Calle Nava, 820-2275 barksandbubblessantafe.com
PET DAYCARE
Santa Fe Tails Live cams of the kennels and play areas ensure clients can always check up on their dogs in Santa Fe Tails care, like a big communal baby monitor. Special activities to help dogs socialize keep pups friendly and acclimatize shy newcomers to the daycare experience, plus other obedience training programs in private or group settings teach Spot how to shake and roll over and do other dog things. 2109 Warner Circle, 820-0731 santafetails.com
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PET GROOMING
Turquoise Tails This business treats clients—both canine and human—like family, staying connected with updates and wanting to hear about your furbabies on social media in between visits. The groomers take special care with shy or nervous dogs, lavishing them in treats and positive reinforcement, so no lack of sociability is an excuse to have a mangy pup. 1624 Cerrillos Road, 930-5909 turquoisetails.com
Barks & Bubbles Full-service grooming catered to your dog’s breed, temperament and maintenance desires, with daycare options available. The smell of clean dog is one of the best smells in the world, you know.
1416 Fourth St., 820-7529 paws-plaza.com
1311 Calle Nava, 820-2275 barksandbubblessantafe.com
1416 Fourth St., 820-7529 paws-plaza.com
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PET STORE
The Critters & Me Your pet’s diet should get just as much scrutiny as your own, because honestly a lot of the food out there for them is just as bad as ours. When Laura Moore founded her pet store in 1998, she set out to do just that, and SFR readers agree that she’s done a great job at stocking the best natural and organic foods, plus supplements and remedies, treats, toys and more. 1403 Agua Fria St., 982-5040 crittersandme.com
Teca Tu A Pawsworthy Pet Emporium Teca Tu is almost as cute as the pets they cater to, with freshbaked dog treats, quirky product
offerings from around the state and a wide array of grooming supplies. DeVargas Center, 165 Paseo De Peralta, 982-9374 tecatu.com
Eldorado Country Pet No need for Eldoradans to drive all the way into town for pet supplies with Country Pet’s smiling faces ready to help; they also have a lot of supplies for wild birds. 7 Avenida Vista Grande, Ste. B5, 466-1270 eldoradocountrypet.com
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SPA
Ten Thousand Waves Perhaps the closest thing to a traditional Japanese hot spring, or onsen, in North America, this Santa Fe staple has seven different, highly elegant hot tub setups for private rental if you’re looking for a quick day getaway a little ways up the mountain. Go the extra mile and reserve a room—the gorgeous views and Japanese design will have you forgetting the word “staycation” in no time. 21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, 982-9304 tenthousandwaves.com
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With new construction wrapped up on a second outdoor play area, your pup has almost twice the space to roam while under the close supervision of Paws Plaza staff. Doesn’t your dog want to play on a cool climbing mountain?
Paws Plaza Walk-in nail trims for all dogs, and walk-in baths for dogs under 20 pounds make this an easy stop for quick care, and sometimes we all need an excuse to put ourselves in an environment with 20+ barking, rambunctious dogs.
Chill out for the day with a relaxing drive north followed by a long soak in natural hot springs. Throw a massage on top for good measure too. 50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente, 583-2233 ojospa.com
Ojo Santa Fe Get an energetic treatment or a massage overlooking a springfed pond, soak in a saltwater pool or try the new zero-gravity float tank. Oh, and the food at the accompanying Blue Heron restaurant is phenomenal. 242 Los Pinos Road, 977-8212 ojospa.com Turquoise Tails CONTINUED ON PAGE 37 >>
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The Dungeon Tattoo & Piercing
BEST
TATTOO SHOP
The Dungeon Tattoo & Piercing The parking lot on this place is pretty much always packed, ‘cuz once you get tatted here you’re gonna come back, and bring your friends. Its numerous artists can handle pretty much any style. Oh, and you can get anything you want pierced here too, from your eyebrow to your frenum. 1632 Cerrillos Road, 983-8262 thedungeontattoo.com
Four Star Tattoo The oldest tattoo shop in Santa
Fe is the place to go if you’re looking for an American traditional tattoo. They do some sick sleeves, too. 825 Topeka St., 984-9131 fourstartattoo.com
Dawn’s Custom Tattoo Describing herself as a traditionalist, a “tattooist who does tattoos” rather than an artist putting ink on skin, Dawn Purnell excels at creating long, flowing, colorful and absolutely stunning works. 1100 Hickox St., 986-0002 dawnpurnell.com
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VETERINARIAN
Smith Veterinary Hospital Santa Fe’s walk-in vet boasts 17 doctors, state-of-the-art tech and a long relationship with Santa Fe’s pet lovers: 74 years long, to be exact. So if it was your grandma that told you to vote for Smith’s, we don’t blame you. We’re sure your cat would agree, considering it has a whole wing of the hospital dedicated to them. You can bring any other critter into the hospital, too, from gerbils to snakes. 600 Alta Vista St., 982-4418 svh-nm.com
Gruda Veterinary Hospital Alongside a full gamut of regular vet services for cats and dogs, Gruda’s doctors on the far south side can also provide your pet with chiropractic or acupuncture treatments, in case Mr. Whisker’s vibes are whack. 9 Rumble Road, 471-4400 grudavet.com
Thaw Animal Hospital This hospital provides care for the adjoining animal shelter, which means these folks provide the county’s rescued furbabies a super-important service that probably involves removing a lot of fleas (and, like, other things). 100 Caja Del Rio Road, 983-2755 CONTINUED ON PAGE 39 >>
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ACUPUNCTURIST Mountain Spirit Integrative Medicine Between its two Santa Fe locations, nine board-certified doctors of oriental medicine help coax your qi back into its proper channels with a personalized and comprehensive plan of treatment. Accessible to newcomers and the experienced alike seven days a week, its treatments can include traditional Chinese acupuncture or the lighter Japanese-style for more sensitive patients, complemented with cupping, moxibustion and herbal treatments. 303 Paseo de Peralta, 988-2449; 1348 Pacheco St., Ste. 206, 988-2449 mountainspiritnm.net
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We the People Community Acupuncture A sliding scale makes these treatments accessible to most, and practitioners usually only use points on your scalp and below the elbow and knees to do treatments, so there’s no need to get undressed. 1406 Second St., 982-3711 weacupuncture.com
Dr. Fiquet Hanna Duckworth Dr. Duckworth studied the Kototama tradition of Japanese acupuncture for 10 years right here in Santa Fe under the late Sensei Mutsuro Nakazono— a world-renowned authority on healing. Now Duckworth is integrating
her wisdom into a new paradigm of Western medicine called Integrative Functional Medicine. 1510 S. St. Francis Drive, 982-9626 orientalmedicinesantafe.com
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ALTERNATIVE HEALING PRACTITIONER
Mountain Spirit Integrative Medicine This one-stop-shop for everything from family primary care to facials is consistently a top Best of Santa Fe winner—given its friendly, genuine care and expertise in basically every alternative health modality around, we aren’t surprised. Recently the practice has begun offering Ayurvedic medicine consultations and treatments, like cleanses and diet plans, from Sunny Rose Healey, who’s certified by the National Ayurvedic Medicine Association. 303 Paseo de Peralta, 988-2449; 1348 Pacheco St., Ste. 206, 988-2449 mountainspiritnm.net
Santa Fe Salt Cave An out-of-the-way strip mall spot off Second Street hosts a literal cave of Himalayan salt walls with lounge chairs to cleanse off unwanted vibes, plus boutique self-care and fashion products. Bring a friend! 1424 Second St., 365-2875 santafesaltcave.com
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CANNABIS DISPENSARY
Fruit of the Earth Organics Growing organic bud in the great outdoors is a formidable challenge, but these folks have it on lock—according to our readers, its cannabis is consistently fire and free of all the stuff you don’t want in your medicine. Fruit of the Earth extracts are butane-free, their edibles are organic, gluten- and sugar-free. They offer customer consultations for folks looking to enroll in the medical program, plus a free prerolled joint for first-time customers and again on your birthday. 901 Early St., 310-7917 fruitoftheearthorganics.com
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Sacred Garden Santa Fe Founder Zeke Shortes was the sixth person in the state to get a production and distribution license for medical cannabis, and he grew a single location in Santa Fe into a statewide empire. 1300 Luisa St., Ste. 1, 216-9686 sacred.garden
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CBD SHOP
Fruit of the Earth Natural Health When this place opened in 2014 it was the first CBD-specific store in New Mexico, and it brought the same all-organic, all-natural vibe over from its sister dispensary next door. A proprietary in-house line of CBD products called Microbotanica claim to make cannabinoids as bio-available as possible, and its customer-first approach carefully guides people through the science to pair them with the supplements that’ll help most. 903 Early St., 930-5073 cbdandmorestore.com
Sacred Wellness A self-titled “CBD Apothecary,” its Sacred Botanical tinctures are infused with all sorts of supplemental flowers and herbs, along with being treated “energetically” by gem and flower essences. Don’t miss the dog treats for anxious pups. 1330 Rufina Circle, 985-5704 hempapotheke.com
Hemp Apotheke With basically every form and delivery system of non-psychoactive cannabinoid on offer, these folks love helping first-time CBD users get their bearings in a chill industrial space off Rufina. 1330 Rufina Circle, 985-5704 hempapotheke.com
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CHIROPRACTOR Connerly Chiropractic Center Get that image of painful back
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cracking out of your mind: Dr. John Connerly and associates specialize in gentle, pain-free and immediate relief for maladjusted bodies, and their careful attention to pain has won them Best of Santa Fe accolades for six years running. Besides chiropractic, the center offers pain relief through acupuncture, massage, electric stimulation and integrative medicine. Whether you’re recovering from an accident or something just doesn’t feel right, you’ll find help freeze.
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1892 Plaza del Sur, Ste. A, 988-8017 connerlychiropracticcenter.com
Winds of Choice Offering chiropractic treatments from her home office, Dr. Windy Carter specializes in treatments for scar tissue replenishment, sciatica and acid reflux with comprehensive plans based around the Thompson Technique of chiropractic. 2948 Richards Ave., 424-9114 windycarterdc.com
Integrative Chiropractic Dr. Peter Fisk takes joy from making life-changing treatments to patients in his community, with a special focus on the ailments artists and musicians might develop in the course of their work. 826 Cam De Monte Rey, Ste. A7, 954-1024 integrative.services
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DENTAL PRACTICE
Milagro Dental “Milagro” means miracle, and for folks traumatized by dentists in the past, this might be the exact milagro you need. Patient comfort is Dr. Kasha Ujda’s top priority; she offers conscious sedation for procedures that could induce some pain or anxiety and a full range of cleaning and cosmetic procedures will transform your smile into a milagro for anyone lucky enough to see it. 2019 Galisteo St., Ste. L2, 982-9222 milagrodentalnm.com
Eldorado Dental – Haley Ritchey, DDS Dr. Ritchey is an expert in her field, but she doesn’t plan to
stop learning soon. New techniques in dentistry are popping up all the time, and her clinic offers most of them. 1 Caliente Road, Ste. E, 466-0999 eldoradodental.com
Divine Dental Super friendly doctors and hygienists in Midtown help you set up the long-term care plans you need to take care of your teeth and make you comfortable enough to keep coming back. 550 St. Michael’s Drive, Ste. 2, 471-7000 divinedentalofsantafe.com
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FITNESS CLASSES
Fitness Bootcamp Santa Fe First opened in 2008, this beginner-friendly club quickly grew to two locations, nine instructors and 37 class offerings per week, including an innovative TRX suspension training program. After picking up some
basic workouts and getting into a routine, members can advance to a level two class that features a variety of fitness disciplines. And if you’re just curious, you can drop into any class for free if it’s your first time. 909 Early St., 690-6197 bootcampsantafe.com
Santa Fe Community College A huge 125,000-square-foot facility including a pool and indoor running track hosts a range of credited fitness classes for enrolled students, plus day and month passes for guests who just wanna drop by. 6401 Richards Ave., 428-1000 sfcc.edu
Orangetheory Fitness Apparently the color orange helps you burn more calories? At any rate, the classes at this national chain gym are topnotch, the instructors are friendly and the heart-rate-monitoring atmosphere is totally supportive. 516 W Cordova Road, 395-7100 orangetheoryfitness.com
Thank you Santa Fe! Railyard Urgent Care Our readers awarded Railyard the top spot in the urgent care category, but that just wasn’t enough to express their gratitude for the excellent healthcare work these folks do every day.
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Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center
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Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center One of Santa Fe’s largest employers is also the first organized healthcare facility in the state and has been taking care of Northern New Mexicans for 155 years. A recently opened Southside emergency department made it easier for folks on that side of town to get care, in addition to urgent care clinics on the north and south sides. 455 St. Michael’s Drive, 983-3361 christushealth.org
Presbyterian Medical Group The city’s newest hospital already has a spot close to our readers’ hearts, and they’re probably all thankful for this healthcare option. 454 St. Michael’s Drive, 303-5000 phs.org
The Japanese art of shiatsu massage makes a rare home in the US at Ten Thousand Waves, and we promise you the real thing is nothing like those cheap quarter-fed chairs at the mall. 10k Waves massage therapists are highly trained in techniques proprietary to the spa and treat the whole body to relieve underlying tensions and get healthy energy flowing. Plus, in shiatsu, the clothes stay on for effective massage, if that’s more your vibe.
In-Office and Telehealth Visits 1850 Calle Medico, Suite H Santa Fe, NM 87505 505-983-2673 www.corephysio.guru Frank Hatch PT, DPT, MBA Doctor of Physical Therapy
21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, 982-9304 tenthousandwaves.com
High Desert Healthcare & Massage This woman-owned massage practice with two locations performs Swedish and deep-tissue massage alongside more niche practices like Rolfing Structural Integration. 644 Paseo de Peralta, 984-8830 highdesertsantafe.com
Massage Envy This franchise of the national chain is owned by born and raised Santa Fean Rhiannon Bransford, who prides herself on keeping massage routines affordable. Plus, full-body stretch sessions, percussive massage technology and facials. 3490 Zafarano Drive, Ste. A, 471-3689 massageenvy.com
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MENTAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDER
Solace Crisis Treatment Center The mission of Solace is “to prevent sexual violence and empower survivors of sexual violence and other violent crimes through restoring dignity, strength and resilience” through clinical counseling for anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorders; social advocacy services; and a 24-hour hotline. The organization’s been working throughout Santa Fe, Rio Arriba and Taos counties for 47 years, and in that time has become an important lifeline for the most vulnerable among us.
Presbyterian Medical Services – Santa Fe Family Wellness Center From crisis intervention to managing chronic mental illness, the team of providers at the wellness center are ready to support patients’ mental health when things get shaky and help connect them to community resources to help keep them on track. 2504 Camino Entrada, 471-5006 pmsnm.org
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PHYSICAL THERAPY
Therapy Solutions
The Mountain Center focuses on behavioral health for youth and families in a variety of forms, including therapeutic wilderness adventures, professional development, substance abuse counseling and programs specifically for LGBTQ+ people.
In an age of tech and machines, sometimes the best tool a physical therapist can use to get to the heart of a patient’s pain is touch, which is a big part of Therapy Solution’s two-pronged method of using manual therapy, like limb manipulation and stretching, with physical exercise. Plus, the practice was started by a group of friends who like to laugh a lot, which produces a light-hearted and healing environment.
1524 Bishops Lodge Road, Ste. B, 983-6158 themountaincenter.org
333 W Cordova Road, 984-9101; 1221 Mercantile Road, 474-7000 therapysolutionssantafe.com
6601 Valentine Way, 988-1951 findsolace.org
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Christus St. Vincent Sports Medicine The professional therapists at Christus St. Vincent help patients recover mobility, strength and health after surgery or injury in a big 10,000 foot facility with the latest equipment. 440 St. Michael’s Drive, Ste. 100, 913-5100 christushealth.org
CorePhysio Dr. Frank Hatch brings a new comprehensive approach to physical therapy, offering techniques like Feldenkrais, dry needling and aquatic therapy alongside traditional ones. 1850 Old Pecos Trail, Ste. H, 983-2673 corephysio.guru
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PILATES STUDIO
Santa Fe Community College Summer, fall and spring, SFCC offers PHED 1430 in two sections, one standard and one gentle, to teach the movements and breathing patterns developed by Joseph Pilates. Students develop their flexibility, core strength, muscle tone and breath control over the course of the semester. Besides physical excellence, students also gain one credit hour. Maybe it’s odd for the community college to win best Pilates studio, but we see it as a testament to the quality of its program. 6401 Richards Ave., 428-1000 sfcc.edu
Pilates Santa Fe Raymond Kurshal’s been practicing Pilates since 1973 and studied under the original disciples of good ole’ Joe Pilates himself. He also is an expert in neuromuscular re-education and deep tissue detoxification. 839 Paseo de Peralta, 995-9700 pilatessantafe.com
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Nia is its own special type of mind-body-spirit movement program that incorporates some aspects of Pilates with martial
arts, tai chi and dance, but the studio also offers weekly classes in standard Pilates if that’s more your vibe. 831 W San Mateo Road, Ste. 6, 989-1299 studioniasantafe.com
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SELF-DEFENSE CLASSES
Resolve More of a community defense and justice organization than a martial arts school, Resolve teaches the origins of violence; how to set and enforce healthy boundaries; how to communicate; and how to improve awareness well before students learn to throw punches. Plus, through special funding from the Victims of Crime Act, Resolve is able to offer its self-defense classes to survivors of violence and trauma at no cost. 313 Camino Alire, Ste. 207, 992-8833 resolvenm.org
Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 Santa Fe Kenpo 5.0 is a unique, synthesized martial arts system similar to karate, but focused on street defense, with only one rule: ”On the streets there are no rules.” 5984 Airport Road, Ste. 102, 930-0556 jeffspeakmankenponm.com
Undisputed Fitness Undisputed offers 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu classes that focus on effective grappling and manipulation techniques for self-defense, self-confidence and fitness, plus classes in stick fighting in case your hands just don’t cut it. 1221 Flagman Way, Ste B1, 992-2677 resolvenm.org
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SMALL GYM
Fitness Bootcamp Santa Fe Classes are only a fraction of what makes a gym: there’s having topnotch equipment, friendly service, expert instructors, a sense of community, cleanliness, etc. Turns
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Aspen Medical Center Urgent Care and Primary Care Locally owned and independent care providers accommodate walk-ins with friendly smiles and are open a little later for nighttime troubles. 3450 Zafarano Dr. Ste C, 466-5885 aspenmedicalcenter.com
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YOGA STUDIO
YogaSource The ongoing pandemic has led YogaSource to make the responsible choice of moving all its classes online, but that doesn’t mean a reduction in quality. The schedule is a lexicon of yoga, with classes in vinyasa flow, kundalini, yin, Iyengar, pranayama, prana flow…you’ll just have to get a pass to try them all, huh? YogaSource can also help you become a teacher, or just help you get a break from it all with an international retreat (when that’s a thing again). 901 W San Mateo Road, Ste. Y; 314 S Guadalupe St., 982-0990 yogasource-santafe.com
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out, our readers think Fitness Bootcamp checks all those boxes too. Its small gym is well-stocked with weights, cable machines, stationary bikes and folks who are more than willing to help you figure out how to use them, because the best time to start working out was yesterday. 909 Early St., 690-6197 bootcampsantafe.com
Railyard Fitness The tall ceilings and windows give this utopia-clean gym plenty of space for work-out-ers to kick some of their own ass. Personal trainers are available to give pointers and help you have fun while you do it. 703 Camino de la Familia, 983-7909 railyardfit.com
Santa Fe Athletic Co. Newcomer David Padilla has been in business for barely a year and he’s already made the BOSF top three with his seriously professional attitude toward fitness and decked-out, modern minimalist gym. Watch this space, fitness heads! 1935 Warner Ave., 312-4655 santafeathletic.co
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URGENT CARE
Railyard Urgent Care This marks the fifth year that Railyard has taken the top spot for urgent care service, so first off, congrats on that—it’s where our readers turn to most when they’re
sick. Maybe it has something to do with the friendly receptionists, or the short wait times, or the bilingual staff, or the on-site X-ray and lab services, or the central location, or…well, you can decide for yourself some time, but hopefully not too soon. 831 S St. Francis Drive, 501-7791 railyardurgentcare.com
Presbyterian Urgent Care in Santa Fe Now with two Santa Fe locations, the clinic at the new medical center on the Southside is open 24 hours and offers the support of a statewide system. 454 St Michael’s Drive, 303-5000; 4801 Beckner Road, 257-6374 phs.org
A lovely pair of studios in a lush green oasis behind a commercial complex create a peaceful setting for community-led, nonprofit yoga, with free classes for middle and high school students. 826 Camino de Monte Rey, Ste. B1, 820-9363 santafecommunityyoga.org
Santa Fe Community College How cool is it that the one local organization you’d hope would be really good at teaching just any random thing would show up in our best yoga, fitness class and Pilates categories? SFCC rocks, y’all. 6401 Richards Ave., 428-1000 sfcc.edu
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Bee Hive Kid’s Books Bee Hive has a wide selection of books for kids of all ages, from picture books to young adult fiction. The store hosts summer writing workshops for kids (virtual this year) and monthly book clubs. 328 Montezuma Ave., 780-8051 beehivekidsbooks.com
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Moon Rabbit Toys At this toy store, the focus on quality includes both a fantastic selection of classic toys from around the world and a commitment to companies that practice fair working conditions. 112 W. San Francisco St., Ste 202, 982-9373 moonrabbittoys.com
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Carlos Gilbert Elementary School This small downtown elementary
school of around 330 students was built in 1941 and has an active parents’ group as well as tons of extracurricular activities to offer: band, choir, cello, girls and boys basketball, wrestling, cheerleading, swimming and Girls on the Run, Chess Club, Young Astronauts Club, Scripps National Spelling Bee and Geography Bee.
Santa Fe Railyard in the former Sanbusco Center. Graduates earn diplomas for mastery of artistic disciplines such as dance, painting, music and creative writing, but the school also has higher academic performance scores, graduation rates and college acceptance rates than most public schools in the state.
300 Griffin St., 467-4700 carlosgilbert.sfps.info/home
500 Montezuma Ave., 310-4194 nmschoolforthearts.org
Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences is an “expeditionary learning” school based on a philosophy teaching through real-world projects and, at the elementary level, with games and group activities. The school celebrated its 20th anniversary this year. 5912 Jaguar Drive, 438-8585 santafeschool.org
Santa Fe Waldorf School The Santa Fe Waldorf school offers elementary school students a Rudolf Steiner-based private education that is all about learning through art and play, nature and mythology. Students stay with the class teacher first through eighth grade.
Santa Fe High School The city’s oldest high school, Santa Fe High was founded in 1899. The school of 1,600 students on a sprawling Midtown campus has steadily improved graduation rates in recent years to 76.7% for the class of 2019. 2100 Yucca St., 467-2400 sfhs.sfps.info
Santa Fe Waldorf School At Santa Fe Waldorf High School, the year is divided into themed blocks of study exploring different subjects. Students can study abroad at Waldorf schools around the world. Graduation requirements include a senior project. 26 Puesta Del Sol, 983-9727 santafewaldorf.org
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New Mexico School for the Arts New Mexico’s only statewide, residential public arts high school opened its doors in 2010. Last year, NMSA moved into a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility near the
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KID FRIENDLY RESTAURANT
Cowgirl BBQ What kid wouldn’t giggle with glee over the idea of a double corn dog followed by an ice cream baked potato and a romp through the playground while mom and dad wait for the check? The Cowgirl’s
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319 S Guadalupe St., 982-2565 cowgirlsantafe.com
Plaza Café Southside In addition to generous servings of American and New Mexican comfort food, the Plaza Café Southside’s curbside menu includes three different family meals: a taco kit, a Frito pie kit and a calabacita casserole. Plus decadent milkshakes. 3466 Zafarano Drive, 424-0755 plazacafesouth.com
Harry’s Roadhouse A shady backyard patio and stream give kids a place to play in the summer; the front room is lined in kids’ drawings; the kids menu is printed on custom coloring sheets and presented with a cup of crayons—all reasons it’s a fave. 96 B Old Las Vegas Highway, 989-4629 harrysroadhousesantafe.com Dentistry for Kids
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Dentistry for Kids While we’re still not convinced that “fun” will ever be the first word that comes to mind when we think of the dentist, Dr. Kris Hendricks has done everything in his power to change that for the next generation. The office has an indoor play area and an outdoor play yard filled with toy cars. Treatment rooms have TV screens built into the ceiling and kids can get their teeth cleaned while laying on surfboards. Dentistry for Kids even has an infant dental care program.
care within overall health and well-being. Services include restorative treatments, dietary recommendations, infant care, teeth whitening, oral surgery and after-hours emergency treatment. 490 B W Zia Road, 428-7878 just-for-grins.com
Healthy Smiles Happy Teeth - Peck Patricia, DDS
1439 S St. Francis Drive, 473-5437 santafedentistryforkids.com
Offering preventative dental care for children and adolescents in Santa Fe since 2001, Dr. Patricia Peck previously served in the US Army Dental Corps for five years before changing her focus to dental care for kids.
Just For Grins Pediatric Dentistry
1692 B Hospital Drive, Ste. 10, 989-9033 childs2thdr.com
Just For Grins Pediatric Dentistry offers a holistic approach to dentistry that frames dental
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences Students engage in project-based learning in algebra, general science, Spanish and sign language, history, English and life skills. They also learn digital filmmaking and can choose an art curriculum in either visual or performing arts, plus engage in both service and mentorship programs in the community. Success is evaluated through assessment and feedback. Middle school class sizes at this private school average 20 students. 5912 Jaguar Drive, 438-8585 santafeschool.org
Mandela International Magnet School This is the only public school in Santa Fe to offer an International Baccalaureate diploma. All coursework is taught with an emphasis on international issues and fluency in a second language is encouraged. A lottery determines admissions. 1604 Agua Fria St., 467-1901 mims.sfps.info
Santa Fe Waldorf School Rudolf Steiner’s method for private education works for middle schoolers at the Santa Fe Waldorf. That means it’s all about learning through art and skilled craftsmanship, nature and independent study projects, in addition to traditional academic topics. 26 Puesta Del Sol, 983-9727 santafewaldorf.org CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE >>
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Thank You, Santa Fe! We are thrilled to be honored with BEST NONPROFIT– THIRD PLACE & BEST LECTURE SERIES – THIRD PLACE
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NONPROFIT FOR YOUTH
NDI New Mexico NDI makes dance accessible to kids from all backgrounds, especially those in underserved communities. The elementary outreach program offers classes as part of the curriculum at Santa Fe Public Schools. The organization also has after-school classes, summer programs and workshops at The Dance Barns in Santa Fe, where classes come on a “pay what you can” basis. Founded in 1994, NDI serves 8,400 kids throughout the state every year. 1140 Alto St., 983-7646 ndi-nm.org
Santa Fe Children’s Museum See dozens of hands-on exhibits designed to delight young minds and a beautiful garden. During the pandemic, the museum activities have gone virtual, such as making a string phone, storytime and planting seed pods. 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359 santafechildrensmuseum.org
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe Girls Inc. creates a sisterhood for all girls, especially those who might need extra help in school or at home. Its programs address healthy living, academic support, life skills and introduce girls to powerful women.
As the only Living History Museum in the state, we strive to bring New Mexico’s heritage to you every day, through self-guided tours, hands-on demonstrations and special weekend events. Please check our website for the most up to date information on our delayed opening. We hope to welcome you soon!
301 Hillside Ave., 982-2042 girlsincofsantafe.org
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ORTHODONTIST Dentistry For Kids Dentistry for Kids starts orthodontic screenings for kids as young as 7 to catch serious problems early. Teens can get braces here and don’t have to find an un-fun doctor for straight teeth. 1439 S St. Francis Drive, 473-5437 santafedentistryforkids.com
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Rio Grande Orthodontics With offices in Taos, Los Alamos and Santa Fe, Rio Grande Orthodontics offers the best in modern treatment methods, including Invisalign and tooth colored braces in an atmosphere that is clean and professional. 3252 Cerrillos Road B., 919-8378 riograndeorthodontics.com
Clarice Pick, DDS, PC Dr. Clarice Pick was raised in Santa Fe and has created a true community practice with flexible, individualized payment plans to make sure all children have access to orthodontic services regardless of their parents’ income. 125 Siringo Road, 982-0094 bracessantafe.com
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Christus St. Vincent Arroyo Chamiso Pediatrics Children from newborns to 18 years of age can find specialized medical care at the Christus St. Vincent Arroyo Chamiso Pediatric Center. During the COVID-19 pandemic, physicians continue to accept virtual appointments. 465 St. Michaels Drive, Ste. 200, 913-4901 christushealth.org
Southwest Care Center
The Southwest Care Center has one office offering pediatric and family medicine in Santa Fe. Services include wellness checkups, sports physicals and immunization, as well as bilingual family medical services. 901 W Alameda St., 988-8869 southwestcare.org
Just For Grins Pediatric Dentistry Just For Grins Pediatric Dentistry is a specialist rather than a generalist, so its win in this category highlights the popularity of a holistic approach to dentistry that frames dental care within overall health and well-being. 490B W Zia Road, 428-7878 just-for-grins.com
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Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences Preschool at the Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences—adorably titled the “Unicorn Class”—is based on a philosophy of finding each child’s unique learning style through exploration of different learning “mediums.” The school is licensed as a Five Star Preschool/ Pre-K Program by the New Mexico, Children Youth and Families Department and nationally by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. 5912 Jaguar Drive, 438-8585 santafeschool.org
Santa Fe Waldorf School Housed on a 13-acre campus at the edge of the mountains, Waldorf offers an educational experience that celebrates nature. 26 Puesta del Sol, 983-9727 santafewaldorf.org
Gentle Nudge School A gentle, warm environment for children ages 2 to 6, with a thematic unit-based curriculum of hands-on, teacher led activities and play. The preschool has been around since 1971. 1341 Upper Canyon Road, 982-0879 gentlenudgeschool.net
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Fe/Del Norte With so many sports, wellness and educational summer and after school programs for youth, the Boys and Girls Club helps fill the gaps for young people in Santa Fe. To list just a few examples, the All Stars program members participate in flag football, cheer, soccer and many more organized sports. The Diplomas2Degrees program helps members prepare for college, and the Smart Moves program is a preventative program to address drug and alcohol use. 6600 Valentine Way, 474-0385 bgcsantafe.org NDI New Mexico CONTINUED ON PAGE 49 >>
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Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences The school offers several summer camps for kids of different ages, such as the Move and Play camps for kids 3 to 5, and the Math Mindsets Camp for kids 12 to 14 to help teens develop confidence and positive attitudes towards math.
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5912 Jaguar Drive, 438-8585 santafeschool.org
Dragonfly Art Studio Week-long arts summer camps for kids ages 5 to 15. Each week’s camp centers on a different theme, giving kids exposure to various art making methods and styles from all over the world. 1513 Third St., 670-5019 dragonflyartsf.com
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NDI New Mexico NDI replaced its annual galas in Santa Fe and New Mexico with a virtual event this year, including guests such as Shirley McLain and Sen. Tom Udall, D-NM, and the community came together to support its mission—which now involves online dance classes for all ages. Plus, anyone, anytime join in with instructors and musicians on the institute’s YouTube channel. We recommend Western Warmup for a mid-day working-from-home break. 1140 Alto St., 983-7646 ndi-nm.org
Wise Fool New Mexico Summer programs in circus arts give kids as young as 5 the opportunity to fly on the trapeze and walk on stilts, while teens learn and perform a summer showcase. The studio is currently closed but online classes are going strong. 1131 Siler Road, Ste. B, 992-2588 wisefoolnewmexico.com
The Candyman Strings & Things Music Education Programs At the Candyman’s Summer Rock Camp, kids can join a band
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YOUTH FITNESS PROGRAM Wise Fool New Mexico
To call Wise Fool a fitness program hardly does justice to this organization’s commitment to building community and teaching kids movement arts as a creative form of expression
and social empowerment. In after-school circus classes, kids learn to walk on stilts, dance in aerial fabrics, ride a unicycle and more. Wise Fool partners with schools in underserved communities and brings art to the streets with giant puppets and performances that offer colorful social commentary. Now offering classes online.
missed a heartwarming adventure. You can also clearly see why NDI is fitness. We’re tired just thinking about it.
1131 Siler Road, Ste. B, 992-2588 wisefoolnewmexico.com
The rec center reopened July 20 on a appointment-only basis. We’re pulling for all the kids missing the pool with its water slide and lazy river, the ice rink, the camps and tournaments in basketball, soccer, cheerleading and so much more.
NDI New Mexico Though it was originally founded in New York City, NDI has won Santa Fe’s love. If you’ve never gone to one of the packed-house combo performances that features dance and singing along with amazing costumes, you have
1140 Alto St., 983-7646 ndi-nm.org
Genoveva Chavez Community Center
3221 Rodeo Road, 955-4000 chavezcenter.com
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Jambo Café One of Santa Fe’s favorite global destinations within the city limits, Jambo remains a winner in multiple Best of Santa Fe categories year after year. Chef Ahmed Obo’s delightful “African homestyle cuisine” is also delivered via two Jambo Hapa food trucks, plus catering for families in the distinctive Afro-Caribbean style the restaurant has come to be known for. We’re hankering for plantains and a plate of chicken curry while we write this. 2010 Cerrillos Road, 473-1269 jambocafe.net
The Pantry In 1948, The Pantry started serving up its Northern New Mexico comfort food classics. The homestyle vibe isn’t about yearning for some fancy plate, but about soaking the chile off the bottom of yours with a warm tortilla. 1820 Cerrillos Road, 986-0022 pantrysantafe.com
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Doodlet’s The reigning champ in the Best Gift Store and Best Children’s store category as well, Doodlet’s should be on every shopper’s list of downtown stops. In a world full of big, complicated things, find small, simple items that also come with immeasurable joy. Outfit the corners and cubbies of the kitchen, library, nursery and more without leaving behind too many dollar bills. Theo Raven founded the store in 1955, the same year its second owner Lisa Arnold was born. She took over in 2010. 120 Don Gaspar Ave., 983-3771 doodlets.com
La Fonda on the Plaza La Fonda is not just a place to lay the head. Visitors have fond memories of margaritas with the view from the Bell Tower, or two-stepping at La Fiesta Lounge, plus La Plazuela restaurant, gift shop and more independent retail spots. 100 E San Francisco St., 982-5511 lafondasantafe.com
KESHi the Zuni Connection
The member-owned credit union exclusively serves the financial needs of people and businesses in Northern New Mexico. The Cerrillos Road branch is one of three in Santa Fe, with others in White Rock and Española.
The gallery began as a co-op for Zuni arts and crafts, and it still focuses on direct relationships with individual carvers, potters and jewelers. Find the well-known, palm-sized animal fetishes of this tradition, along with other works, online.
3286 Cerrillos Road, 988-3628 dncu.org
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Upper Crust Pizza You know a place is really starting to thrive when it sustains two pizza parlors. Eldorado’s branch of Upper Crust is the reader favorite in Santa Fe’s bedroom community that’s north of the city on I-25 but south on the map. Don’t feel upside down, just find your way to the easy-access restaurant that is the newest arrival in the area. Get the same great gluten-free crust option as downtown, plus a new delivery partnership that kicked off this spring with the arrival of public health restrictions. Empty your to-go box on the sunny patio if you want.
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Arable With a fine-dining feeling and a feelgood focus, Arable has become one of Eldorado’s destinations for even those who aren’t in the neighborhood. How can a shopping center patio feel so fabulous? Must be the food and the fauna.
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Eldorado Country Pet We just love that after the humans in your life eat some of the best food in Santa Fe, this store is nearby to cater to dogs, cats, birds and unicorns. Every mythical beast in your life says thanks for shopping local and choosing nutritional food. 7 Avenida Vista Grande, Ste. B5 (in the Agora), 466-1270 eldoradocountrypet.com
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BUSINESS IN THE RAILYARD/ GUADALUPE DISTRICT Santa Fe Farmers Market
1606 Alcaldesa St., 216-5678 santafe.violetcrown.com
Second Street Brewery at The Railyard At presstime, this location remained temporarily closed due to public health orders, but Second Street Original on Second Street and its Rufina Taproom locations are still going strong. Look toward reopening of the Railyard’s shady patio overlooking the water tower and plaza. 1607 Paseo de Peralta, Ste. 10, 989-3278 secondstreetbrewery.com
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The Food Depot Northern New Mexico’s food bank was already a huge player in addressing hunger among vulnerable people, but in the wake of COVID-19, its importance seems all the more front and center. Jill Dixon, The Food Depot’s director of development, tells SFR the organization is still compiling official data on the change in food
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1222 A Siler Road, 471-1633 thefooddepot.org
1311 Siler Road, 473-2255 bigjotruevalue.com
3466 Zafarano Drive, 424-0755 plazacafesouth.com
The arts juggernaut’s House of Eternal Return drew millions through its immersive doors, and the space that was once a bowling alley became a coveted venue for concerts. It’s closed right now due to public health orders. 1352 Rufina Circle, 395-6369 meowwolf.com
Big Jo True Value Hardware Customer service that patrons can rely on has long been the guiding principle that keeps local shoppers here instead of in a big box down Katherine Lewin
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the road. Big Jo is also the firstplace winner in Best Hardware Store. Go figure.
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Whether under the portal on the Railyard alameda, near the water tank in the sweltering summer sun or inside the bright pavilion on winter Saturdays, the Santa Fe Farmers Market HQ takes a prominent place in the shopping landscape. It’s no wonder readers picked it for first place in the Railyard/Guadalupe District again, as it’s our community’s most direct connection between local food and kitchen tables.
The busy movie theater’s lobby restaurant and bar had been a hot gathering spot across Santa Fe’s wide spectrum before public health closures shuttered the building. Fear not, Violet Crown is still serving up flicks online for now.
insecurity this year, but she knows the need has increased dramatically—as much as 30%.
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Plaza Café Southside All of the winners in the Best Business on the Southside category this year are places where people gather to enjoy food and drink, but the anchor of the San Ysidro Plaza has been the top favorite time and again. Menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner from the Razatos family’s Plaza Cafe Southside are thoughtful and satisfying for the whole family, and there’s enough Plaza Café Southside
Not just barbeque, but let’s talk about how much deliciousness that brisket delivers every time. And lest we leave out the cornbread. Chef Josh Baum and his wife Ann Gordon have transitioned to carry-out for the time being. How much can you carry? 2571 Cristo’s Road, 424-8900 theranchhousesantafe.com
Joe’s Dining Gluten-free desserts almost every night? Yes, please. That’s not the only thing to nod your head about. Seasonal menu shifts, Sunday mimosas, housemade sausage and lots of local ingredients affirm why we’re dining here. 2801 Rodeo Road, 471-3800 joesdining.com
BEST BUSINESS ON ST. MICHAEL’S DRIVE/ TRIANGLE DISTRICT The Candyman Strings & Things If Grand Central Station were a music store in New Mexico’s capital city, there’s no doubt the trains would pull into and out of The Candyman. Sure, strings are in the name, but it’s the thousands of other things that make it the city’s busy hub of musicality—not the least of which are music classes for the large and small (yes, now remote, too). Find instruments to buy and rent, recording and amplification gear, educational materials and more. 851 St. Michael’s Drive, 983-5906 candymansf.com
State Employees Credit Union Since 2016, even people who don’t work for the state are eligible to become members of this credit union with a prominent location on St. Mike’s. Now anyone can experience the mission of “friendly, personalized financial services.” 813 St. Michael’s Drive, 983-7328 secunm.org
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Del Norte Credit Union Snug between the Coca-Cola distribution facility on San Mateo and McDonald’s on St. Michael’s Drive, this credit union branch is in the true center of the city. Visit the night drop or the drive-through options. 604 W San Mateo Road, 988-3628 dncu.org
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WESTSIDE/ ALAMEDA/ AGUA FRIA
Agua Fria Nursery The second and third generation in the Pennington family kept the nursery growing during the early weeks of the pandemic through curbside service and sheer determination. Its local-centric bent on perennials is likely to keep shoppers seeking them out yearround for years to come, and it’s the reason the nursery comes out on top of the businesses on the Westside in this brand new Best of Santa Fe category. It’s also the Best Garden/Plant Store. 1409 Agua Fria St., 983-4831 aguafrianursery.com
La Montañita Co-op Food Market Members of the co-op get a dividend every year, along with special deals throughout the seasons. But you don’t have to be a member to shop here for
groceries or a meal. Solano Center, 913 West Alameda St., 984-2852 lamontanita.coop
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Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery It’s only been open at this spot for a few years, but the neighborhood bar and restaurant became a quick hit. SFR has raved collectively about the winter addition of dumpling night and looks forward to the end of a temporary closure. 2791 Agua Fria St., 780-5730 tumblerootbreweryanddistillery.com
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HIKING/ BIKING/WALKING TRAIL Santa Fe River Trail The evolution of the paved Santa Fe River Trail in the last decade has left people who live and work in the area astounded, as well as stamped an indelible impression on visitors who seek the city’s out-of-car experiences. Now it stretches across the equator of the city, from the shady sidewalks and picnic benches on the east side near Patrick Smith Park, through downtown hideouts that offer respite from government buildings, past Alto Park and under Siler Road. Watch for more to come. Managed by the city and county 955-6664 santafenm.gov/trails_1
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Dale Ball Trails Trailheads for this 22-mile network at the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, near Cerro Gordo Road and Upper Canyon Road, are close to downtown. Managed by the Santa Fe Conservation Trust, 989-7019, sfc.org/dale-ball-trails
Galisteo Basin Preserve Accessed from US 84/285 south of Eldorado, the preserve is nearly 10,000 acres and 28 miles of dirt track suitable for mountain bikes, equestrians and just plain walking for anyone who wants that. Managed by Commonwheel Conservancy, 690-3094 commonwealconservancy.org/ galisteo-basin-preserve
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The Food Depot
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celebrities the likes of Stranger Things’ Millie Bobby Brown and UFC Champion Jon “Not Bones Anymore” Jones have made big donations in the last year. Couple that with corporate support from Los Alamos National Laboratory and Triad LLC and thousands of smaller donations for the community to understand just a fraction of how The Food Depot feeds the hungry. 1222 A Siler Road, 471-1633 thefooddepot.org
Kitchen Angels This flock of angels uses a commercial kitchen and a fleet of private vehicles to help get meals cooked and delivered by volunteers to those who need them, and has been doing so since 1992. 1222 Siler Road, 471-7780 kitchenangels.org
El Rancho de las Golondrinas The living history museum features original colonial buildings from the early 1700s as well as re-creations of other historical buildings from around Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society
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New Mexico. Sadly, the festival schedule and tours are on hold this fall. 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261 golondrinas.org
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NONPROFIT FOR ANIMALS
Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society Santa Fe loves its furry friends so hard. And the animal community today is better off with the ceaseless work of Northern New Mexico’s only open-admission, no-kill shelter. Located on a 100-acre campus just outside town, the shelter enriches the lives of its residents with walking trails, play yards and public dog parks. Support its operations by shopping at The Cat thrift stores, located at 3546 Zafarano Drive and 2570 Camino Entrada. 100 Caja del Rio Road, 983-4309 sfhumanesociety.com
Española Humane Located about 25 miles north of Santa Fe, the Española shelter works to create a healthier community for pets, their families and their neighbors. 108 Hamm Parkway, Española, 753-8662 espanolahumane.org
The Horse Shelter A ranch in Cerrillos provides a safe place for abused and neglected horses to rehabilitate and potentially find new adoptive homes. A thrift store in Santa Fe helps pay for it. 821 W. San Mateo Road, 471-6179 thehorseshelter.org
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NONPROFIT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Santa Fe Conservation Trust The men and women who founded this organization in the ‘90s set
out to preserve access to Atalaya Mountain. Today, the group has influenced the development of more than 75 miles of public trails in some of the region’s outdoor jewels, including the Dale Ball Trails, Rail Trail, Sun Mountain and La Piedra Open Space. Santa Fe depends on the trust for environmental protections and other advocacy leadership. 400 Kiva Court, 989-7019 sfct.org
Santa Fe Watershed Association The nonprofit works hard to improve the health of the Santa Fe River for the benefit of the environment and the community through advocacy, education, stewardship and restoration. 1413 Second St., Ste. 3, 820-1696 santafewatershed.org
WildEarth Guardians The headquarters of the organization is in Santa Fe, but it has offices in seven other states full of lawyers
and advocates working to defend Chaco Canyon, the Mexican spotted owl, grizzlies, lobos and all the wild places and creatures. 301 N. Guadalupe St. Ste. 201 wildearthguardians.org
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PARK
Santa Fe Railyard Park These 11 acres in the Railyard are a consistent favorite on our readers’ list of the best parks. It’s no wonder: The planning that went into the space more than a decade ago was kind of a big deal. New York landscape architect Ken Smith won a competitive process to design the park. His plans for the placement of its native plants and flowers, along with walking and bike paths and a play area match the old railroad alignment and are laid out to recall the boxcars and loading docks of days gone by. 740 Cerrillos Road, 982-3373 railyardsantafe.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 57 >>
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LIVING lation of the first Santa Fe Opera season since it was founded in 1956 delivered a most crushing blow to the culture scene. The celebrated opera’s musicians, technical workers and other seasonal employees are loyal to its mission and looking forward to the next season. 301 Opera Drive, 986-5900 santafeopera.org
Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center The nonprofit hospital in Santa Fe isn’t the only one in the city anymore, but it’s still a favorite among workers who named it among the best this year. Christus Health’s expansive group of providers touches on many specialities. 455 St. Michael’s Drive, 913-3361 christushealth.org
Del Norte Credit Union The credit union encourages a healthy work-life balance and also works toward longtime employees with programs that encourage staff members to pursue personal development and further their careers through on-the-job training. 510 N Guadalupe St., Ste. A, 988-3628; 604 W San Mateo Road, 988-3628; 3286 Cerrillos Road, 455-5228 dncu.org
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Frenchy’s Field This 16-acre westside park is named for Bernard “Frenchy” Parachou, who ran the Sunshine Dairy on the location for 50 years. Now its wildflowers signal more sunny days. Cross a bridge over the Santa Fe River to connect to the River Trail. 2001 Agua Fria St. santafenm.gov/district_3_parks
Fort Marcy Recreation Complex Meet us by second base the next time Zozobra’s burn involves a crowd of people. In the meantime, newly rebuilt bridges over the
arroyo are a great place to make a wish. Submit virtual Gloom this year to help the Kiwanis causes at BurnMyGloom.com. 490 Bishops Lodge Road, 955-2105 santafenm.gov/ft_marcy_recreation_complex
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PLACE TO WORK
Santa Fe Opera Of the many disappointments this summer as the state copes with public health orders, the cancel-
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham For the second year running, readers have named Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham the best in this category. The governor’s gutsy leadership in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic endears her to the science- and health-loving public. Weekly public addresses that feature cabinet secretaries and community leaders are putting her face, her voice, and most importantly, her ideas before more people, more often. governor.state.nm.us
US Rep. Ben Ray Lujan By the time the 2021 Best of Santa takes place, Ben Ray Lujan will likely be the region’s new US senator.
He’s stepping down from the 3rd Congressional District seat he’s held in the House of Representatives since 2009 to run for that office. lujan.house.gov
Santa Fe City Councilor Renee Villarreal This city councilor didn’t know she’d been nominated, so she was surprised to learn she landed in the Top 3. We were not surprised. Renee Villarreal does her homework and speaks boldly. She’s served District 1 since 2016. santafenm.gov/councilor_villarreal
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TOUR BUSINESS
Santa Fe Ghost and History Tours Allan Pacheco’s tours of historic downtown and of the region’s more spirited history are as infamous as the ghosts of Julia Staab at La Posada and the hauntings on East de Vargas Street. His tours include details of grisly crimes, historic mysteries, corruption and capitalism and other macabre tales that are fun for your out-of-town guests or maybe just as a quirky date night. 986-5002 santafeghostandhistorytours.com
Downtown Walking Tours, New Mexico History Museum These classic two-hour walking tours depart daily, April through October, from the New Mexico History Museum and feature commentary on architecture, culture and history. 113 Lincoln Ave. 476-5200 nmhistorymuseum.org
Santa Fe Mountain Adventures Bike, hike, ride in a Jeep or any number of other moving things on your next adventure. Even with limits on visitors because of public health orders, this company is keeping at it this summer with vigor. 711 Don Diego Ave., 988-4000 santafemountainadventures.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 59 >>
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ART COLLECTIVE
Meow Wolf It’s been a tough year for pretty much everyone, and Santa Fe’s largest arts company was no exception: Meow Wolf laid off 201 employees at the outset of COVID-19. But with a strong online presence, regular donations of PPE to Indigenous communities, the collective remains beloved. 1352 Rufina Circle, 395-6369 meowwolf.com
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Antieau Gallery Split up between Santa Fe and New Orleans, this woman-led arts team has something for every budget. 134 W Water St., 983-9529 antieaugallery.com
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Nosotros How many years is this that Nosotros has won our Best Band category? Eh, it doesn’t matter because this band is timeless. We’re talking a seamless blend of Latin sounds, sick riffs and a jazzy underbelly that gets the dancers moving and even works for the music snobs. To see them live is to know them best, but you’ll find killer tracks online. Amiel Gervers
Stalwart Americana/indie troubadour John Francis Mustain works with some of the best locals (like Greg Butera) for satisfying songs of loss, love, woe and hope. nosotrosmusic.bandcamp.com
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Cowgirl
A loosely affiliated cadre of local artists, designers and aficionados takes over the Railyard on Saturdays to share their wares and, on occasion, blow minds. Look for Nikolas Duran Geiger— trust us.
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Ron Crowder Band Crowder’s been more of a rhythm guy for much of his Santa Fe music career with acts like Moby Dick, but he’s fronting stages and writing originals now. Get down. roncrowder.bandcamp.com
When summer rolls around and you’re looking for a cool beer on a shaded patio—or when winter comes and only a hot toddy will do on that same patio, only now it’s enclosed and warm, only the Cowgirl will do. It’s an institution, Santa Fe, a venerable one, and one that, at the time of this writing, was slowly getting back to normal with socially distant seating, talk of live music outdoors and, thank goodness, still the place with the ice cream baked potato. 319 S Guadalupe St., 982-2565 cowgirlsantafe.com
Del Charro Everybody’s favorite marg (with the extra-filled shaker), most affordable bar menu in town and an excellent patio for warm or cold months. Inn of the Governors, 101 W Alameda St., 954-0320 delcharro.com
Secreto Lounge The bar within the Hotel St. Francis has gone through a number of changes over the years, but its current minimalist stone aesthetic makes way for its star mixologists and famous cocktails. 201 Don Gaspar Ave., 983-5700 hotelstfrancis.com/secreto-lounge
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BARTENDER
Randilynn Landberg - Cowgirl You love the bar, you love the patio— why wouldn’t you love Randilynn Landberg, now a two-time winner of this very prestigious category. “I feel so grateful to be supported by Cowgirl and Santa Fe as a community,” Landberg tells SFR. “To win best bartender two years in a row
just proves people have just as much fun at my bar as I’m having when I’m back there. And I’m so thankful!” Us, too, because, damn, that’s a good-ass strawberry margarita. 319 S Guadalupe St., 982-2565 cowgirlsantafe.com
Katie Valdez Dinner for Two DF2 has pivoted to a socially distant model with ease, and the only thing more adorable than its new little patio is drinks like the Love Bubble Margarita or Unicorn Tears served up right by Valdez.
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Jonah Prokopiak The Matador Prokopiak is literally everything you could ever possibly want from a bartender, which is why his regulars love him so and why this subterranean bar remains beloved.
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CASINO
Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino True story: A friend once won $400 from a penny slot machine at Buffalo Thunder, and with that little windfall, he had a steak, drank delicious cocktails, caught some live music, dipped into a little bit of blackjack, danced late at the Shadeh Nightclub and reserved a room so he wouldn’t drive home after drinking—all under one roof. There’s lots of ways to have fun inside and outside at Buffalo Thunder, and the brief little drive there is practically nothing. What’re you waiting for? 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, 455-5555 hiltonbuffalothunder.com
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Tesuque Casino The new kid on the block, Tesuque Casino has been welcomed with open arms by gamblers, fun-seekers, diners and working musicians alike. 7 Tesuque Road, 800-462-2635 tesuquecasino.com
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sandia Resort & Casino The casino that’s so nice our readers don’t even care that it’s not in Santa Fe. Catch a show, have a meal, maybe watch some standup...your choice. 30 Rainbow Road, Albuquerque, 796-7500 sandiacasino.com
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DANCE COMPANY
NDI New Mexico There’s something magical about the National Dance Institute’s Santa Fe campus and offerings, and we think it has something to do with it being a family affair. The kiddos learn, perform, befriend each other; the parents grow alongside them. Recent virtual collaborations with the likes of the Littleglobe TV Show have proven the dedication of its students, and we just hope they’re back to performing for massive audiences soon. 1140 Alto St., 983-7646 ndi-nm.org
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Internationally known, locally adored, storied past and promising future—for ballet fans in Santa Fe, it doesn’t get better than what we share with Aspen. 550 St Michael’s Drive, Ste. B1, 983-5591 aspensantafeballet.com
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The students at Santa Fe’s artiest school won the lottery with the beautiful new campus in the former Sanbusco building, and now their dancers finally have the room they need to let loose. 500 Montezuma Ave., 310-4194 nmschoolforthearts.org
Spot again this year, and be able to sponsor all the hopeful lovers of Santa Fe,” manager Peter Grendle tells SFR. “We can’t wait for you to emerge from quarantine and close those online dating apps to meet each other at Violet Crown, in real life, when we can safely re-open.” 1606 Alcaldesa St., 216-5678 santafe.violetcrown.com
Ten Thousand Waves Something about getting all hot and slippery totally works for a date, right? It does. You know it does. Get in the tub and get hot and slippery. Or get a massage. Either way. 21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, 982-9304 tenthousandwaves.com
Santa Fe Opera It’s not always about Italian tragedies at the world-famous opera house. We’ve seen amazing bands and musicians there on super-hot date nights, y’know? 301 Opera Drive, 986-5955 santafeopera.org
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DJ
Raashan Ahmad If you caught our cover story on Ahmad earlier this year, you know he’s one of our favorites, too. A longtime dancer, MC, DJ and all-around beacon of positivity and kindness, he won our hearts with his sick original tunes and kept them by DJing any number of local hip-hop, funk and soul nights around town. There’s no telling when a new album might drop, but with a storied career solo and with his former band Crown City Rockers under his belt, it’ll be amazing—you just know it. raashanahmad.bandcamp.com
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DATE SPOT
Violet Crown Cinema We’ve been saying it for years, and you have, too, Santa Fe: Violet Crown rules. From the welcoming staff, massive beer list and comfy seats (with hidden tables!) to the dining menu you’d actually want to eat from even if you weren’t seeing a movie, it’s the tops. “It’s a distinct pleasure to be picked for Best Date
‘Twas a good run for the incomparable Dynamite Sol in first place the last few years, but with a new kid at home (congrats!) it seems like he’s a little more focused on that family life these days. No matter—Sol still spins sick tunes, no question.
D-MONIC He campaigned with grace and aplomb, and his regular virtual performances online have been a bastion of dance jams and feel-good
fun for months now. Welcome to the club, D-MONIC, we’ll see you on Facebook and Instagram and stuff. soundcloud.com/dj-dmonic
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GALLERY
Nedra Matteucci Galleries We spent the last 30 minutes touring the Nedra Matteucci Galleries site for inspiration and, if we’re being honest, we kind of forgot what we were doing because of all the incredible art on display. The Wilson Hurley summer exhibit alone had us stunned, as did the reminder that NMG has a little sculpture garden and about 10,000 years of experience in marrying collectors with their perfect piece(s). You like them, Santa Fe—you really like them. 1075 Paseo de Peralta, 982-4631 matteucci.com
form & concept One of the more progressive and varied spaces in town, form & concept has everything you’d want from painting, sculpture and textiles to performance, music and more. 435 S Guadalupe St., 780-8312 formandconcept.center
Hecho a Mano A relative newcomer to the gallery scene, Frank Rose’s small but powerful Canyon Road business is one of the best places to see contemporary Indigenous arts. 830 Canyon Road, 913-1341,hechoamano.org
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HOTEL BAR
La Fonda on the Plaza
Del Charro You’d forget Del Charro is attached to the Inn of the Governors because it’s such a fantastic spot, but for those coming in from out of town, it’s a perfect evening out without going far. 101 W Alameda St., 954-0320 delcharro.com
Secreto Lounge Drinks as delicious and fancy as the fancy hotel to which it’s tethered, find world-class mixologists and this downtown staple at Hotel St. Francis. 210 Don Gaspar Ave., 983-5700 hotelstfrancis.com/secreto-lounge
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INSTAGRAM FEED
@simplysantafenm Like a photographic love letter to the city, Caitlin Jenkins and Amy Tischler’s influencer-meets-appreciator aesthetic makes for a clean and celebratory look at all things Santa Fe. Food, art, people, places, plants, things, drinks—it’s all here, plus a chance for local businesses to promote themselves and a whole lot of community engagement.
@skisantafe When it’s hot outside (like right now as we’re writing this), some high-quality photos of beautiful snow sure don’t hurt. This account’s run by pros.
@cowgirlsantafe A smorgasbord of dishes, regulars, drinks, performers and more, your fave restaurant is one of your fave Instagram accounts.
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LECTURE SERIES
Lannan Foundation
Renovations came to La Fonda’s La Fiesta Lounge, but it still maintains that small town feel we know and love. In healthier times, one would find country and honky-tonk legend Bill Hearne holding court a few times per week, and when visitors to our town ask for a list of killer margaritas, this one’s always someplace near the top. You don’t have to stay there for access, either. Glorious.
Lannan’s mission statement clearly states it’s about “cultural freedom” and, in a town like Santa Fe, that’s a welcome mission, indeed. Think of Lannan like a nonstop hit parade of fascinating guest speakers breaking down the things that interest them most, and that affect our communities and lives most. Toss in grant-giving and an awards and fellowship program and you’ve really got something.
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El Rancho de Las Golondrinas Living history touches past history for an eye-opening glimpse into the many things that have happened in New Mexico—and it is so many things. 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261 golondrinas.org
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LIVE MUSIC VENUE
Lensic Performing Arts Center In our lives, there’s just no underestimating how many incredible music performances we’ve seen at the Lensic. Weird Al with Emo Phillips would have been enough to love on its own, but with year-round programming including rock, classical, big names, mid-level names and even locals (like Lifesongs), it’s no wonder Santa Fe crowns the downtown theater the best around. 211 W San Francisco St., 988-1234 lensic.org
Santa Fe Plaza Bandstand Raise a glass to the long-running series that was forced to unceremoniously call it quits in 2020 due to COVID-19. 100 Old Santa Fe Trail santafebandstand.org
Santa Fe Opera Ruth Bader Ginsburg goes to the Santa Fe Opera pretty much every year. Do we need to say more? 301 Opera Drive, 986-5900 santafeopera.org
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MARKET/ FESTIVAL
Santa Fe Farmers Market As everything shut down around us at the onset of the pandemic, the
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Farmers Market adopted new social distancing policies, made sure folks were masking up right and kept the whole thing going through the spring and summer. We love the fresh produce and honey, you might love picking up a stellar cut of meat or a sweet treat. Either way, it’s on the Southside now, too, and there’s a midweek market for the sleep-in set.
Jean Cocteau Cinema Special cuts, horror surprises, that George RR Martin connection, oneoff premieres of TV shows, author events, an attached bookstore... does it get better? 418 Montezuma Ave., 466-5528 jeancocteaucinema.com
1607 Paseo de Peralta, 983-4098 santafefarmersmarket.com
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It’s rather difficult to sing the praises of the Museum of International Folk Art without leaving something important out. There’s the recent offerings, such as the Yokai exhibit that celebrated hundreds of years of Japanese demon lore or the homage to all things folklorico— and then there’s the year-round classes, lectures, workshops, community events and so on. It’s a no-brainer voting this place number one.
121 Sandoval S., 983-5220 swaia.org
International Folk Art Market The July event transformed into an online auction and Executive Director Stuart Ashman tells SFR there are a ton of options for the future. 620 Cerrillos Road, 992-7600 folkartmarket.org
706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200 internationalfolkart.org
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MOVIE HOUSE
Violet Crown Cinema When the construction hole first appeared in the Railyard, our first Santa Fe-centric thought was “Pshshsht. Now what?” We’re glad to have been proven too snooty, and Violet Crown has since become one of the most valuable and locally vital places in all the land. Maybe it’s having mainstream and indie movies under one roof (or being able to drink beer while watching some dumb Marvel shlock), but one thing’s certain: We hope VC never leaves us. 1606 Alcaldesa St., 216-5678, santafe.violetcrown.com
Center for Contemporary Arts Now with two theaters and the satellite offerings of The Screen on St. Michael’s Drive, this monument to all things indie, arthouse, documentary and foreign is easily one of the best things going. 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 982-1338; 1600 St. Michael’s Drive, 428-0209 ccasantafe.org
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Indian Market The 2020 Indian Market is heading online with the same great artists.
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Santa Fe Institute Have you considered life on other planets? Complexity science? Do you know what a think tank does? Tune in to SFI and go deeper.
cated to the history of New Mexico transformed itself into a monument to lowriders a few summers ago. What will it do next? 113 Lincoln Ave., 476-5200 nmhistorymuseum.org
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Oh, y’know, no big—just an entire museum dedicated to one of the most singularly important 20th century artists who ever lived, as well as the work of her influencers and influenced. 217 Johnson St., 946-1000 okeeffemuseum.org
BEST BEST NONPROFIT FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe Opera In addition to the works of opera’s best and brightest, find bigger-name rock shows, festival-like events and much more at one of the country’s most beautiful and well-designed theaters. 301 Opera Drive, 986-5900 santafeopera.org
Wise Fool New Mexico What do circus arts have to do Museum of International Folk Art
ONCE AGAIN, SANTA FE’S FAVORITE MUSEUM! with activism and creating safe spaces for youths, adults and the LGBTQIA+ crowd? Everything, that’s what. 1132 Siler Road B, 992-2588 wisefoolnewmexico.org
NDI New Mexico Once again, we cannot overstate the importance of arts-based outreach for kids. And just like the plot of every dance movie ever, this place teaches lessons and moves mountains. 1140 Alto St., 983-7646 ndi-nm.org
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PERFORMING ARTS VENUE
Lensic Performing Arts Center What’s to be said about the Lensic that hasn’t been said a million times already? Well, how about it’s not just the place where they perform Handel’s Messiah every winter? We saw Dave Chappelle here. We saw John Waters and Bill Plympton. We’ve hit lectures and comedy shows, rock acts and special events. The Lensic is there for you, dear Santa Fe. Make sure you make the most of it. 211 W San Francisco St., 988-1234 lensic.org
Santa Fe Opera While everyone is figuring out what the future holds, Santa Fe Opera kicked off a fun virtual tailgate series on its YouTube and social media channels. 301 Opera Drive, 986-5900 santafeopera.org
Santa Fe Playhouse An SFR favorite and the oldest continually running theater west of the Mississippi, the Playhouse demolishes any stigmas surrounding community theater. 1352 Rufina Circle, 395-6369 meowwolf.com
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BEST STREET MUSICIAN/BUSKER Liv Orovich
When we first met Liv Orovich and her violin on the Santa Fe Plaza five
years ago, she was relatively new to town and still trying to make her way through what were, at the time, absurd city busking policies. Since then, it’s almost weirder to not see her out there shredding those strings and teaching us all a thing or two about how traditional venues mean nothing when it comes to good music.
Half a Shipwreck You love ‘em, they love you, it gets weird, it gets fun. In the busking hierarchy of the world, folks like this (who put a little more time and energy into the affair) rank high always.
Johnny Lloyd Sometimes a musician has a preternatural ability to reach into your soul. Johnny Lloyd’s got it, and he’ll prove it to those willing to stop a moment and take a listen.
BEST
THEATER GROUP
Santa Fe Playhouse With Artistic Director Vaughan Irving leaving his post in the capable hands of Robyn Rikoon, things may be changing at the ol’ Playhouse, but it’s in one of the most creatively strong places of its long existence. Originals from local writers, special readings, the annual Melodrama and lots more come together to remind us that we are lucky to have this theater. 142 E De Vargas St., 988-4262 santafeplayhouse.org
Wise Fool New Mexico Whether it’s death-defying stunts from high off the ground or massive puppets roaming protests and actions, Wise Fool is no stranger to upping the theatrical value of almost everything. 1131 Siler Road, 992-2588 wisefoolnewmexico.org
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VISIT US VIRTUALLY!
Go to InternationalFolkArt.org for great online tours, access to our collections, DIY projects, YouTube channel, and more!
New Mexico School for the
Kids just plain mean it more when it comes to theater, and the students at this venerable high school mean it most of all. 500 Montezuma Ave., 310-4194 nmschoolforthearts.org
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