NORTH OF SANTA FE
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NORTH OF SANTA FE Angelina’s 1226 N Railroad Ave., Española, 753-8543 Hit up this favorite family eatery for great Mexican and New Mexican food.
Arroyo Vino Restaurant & Wine Shop 218 Camino La Tierra, 983-2100 Inspired American fare and impeccable service on the extreme West side.
Cottonwood Kitchen Tesuque Casino, 7 Tesuque Road, 984-8414 Head to the area’s newest casino for American and Southwestern fare, and live music most nights of the week.
Dandy’s Burgers 424 S Riverside Drive, Española, 753-4234 You’ve never seen a more dapper hunk of ground beef!
Gabriel’s
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4 Banana Lane, 455-7000 The tableside guacamole service is famous for a reason—they whip it good.
Izanami
21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, Ste. #2, 982-9304 Locally sourced Japanese-inspired small plates. Hot tip: No one will look at you funny if you wear your spa robe.
JoAnn’s Ranch O Casados 938 N Riverside Drive, Española, 753-1334 Traditional New Mexican food served in a great setting.
Lovin Oven Bakery 107 N Riverside Drive, Española, 753-5461 Come early and bring cash; they sell out long before noon and don’t take plastic.
SOUTH OF SANTA FE
La Mesita Eatery 86 Cities of Gold Road, Pojoaque, 455-7004 The legends are true: This is
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Java Junction
the best fried chicken in the state. Possibly in the country. We tried it. We know.
2855 Hwy. 14, Madrid, 438-2772 Local coffee pairs well with local pastries and local people.
El Nido 1577 Bishops Lodge Road, Tesuque, 954-1272 Something’s roasting on an open fire and served with a savory, satisfying sauce.
The Mine Shaft Tavern 2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, 473-0743 One of the last great roadhouses is almost sure to change your life. Live music, colorful folk and a friendly vibe.
Iguana Café Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino, 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, 819-2060 Stock up on some snacks while you gamble.
Pecos Trail Café Pecos Trail Inn, 2239 Old Pecos Trail, 982-9444 New Mexican grub for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Pajarito Brewpub & Grill 614 Trinity Drive, Los Alamos, 662-8877 Trivia Mondays, karaoke Tuesdays, great food all the time!
Pizza Centro Agora Center, 7 Avenida Vista Grande, Ste. D7, Eldorado, 466-3161 Eldorado dwellers don’t have to come all the way to Santa Fe for a great pie.
Rancho de Chimayó 300 Juan Medina Road, Chimayó, 351-4444 For over 50 years, this James Beard-nominated staple has served up traditional New Mexican food.
La Plancha de Eldorado
Red Sage Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino, 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, 819-2056 Creative dishes and a happy hour, too.
Terra Restaurant Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, 198 Hwy. 592, 946-5800 A breathtaking dining room is the backdrop for innovative American cuisine.
Tesuque Village Market 138 Tesuque Village Road, 988-8848 The neighborhood haunt for folks from Tesuque and beyond.
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Beer Creek Brewing Co.
Café Fina
3810 Hwy. 14, 471-9271 Pizza, comfort food, live music and a colorful crowd.
624 Old Las Vegas Hwy., 466-3886 Brunch and lunch in a spot that’s housed many a fine restaurant, but this one may be the best.
The Bourbon Grill 104 Old Las Vegas Hwy., 984-8000 After working out at El Gancho, you totally deserve that steak. We also hear it’s a heck of a Sunday brunch buffet.
Black Bird Saloon 28 Main Street, Cerillos, 438-1821 Hitch up to the classic Wild West watering hole for fresh, handmade lunches and dinners.
Blue Heron Restaurant Arable 7 Avenida Vista Grande, Ste. B6, 303-3816 Classy American fare from scratch that went all the way to the Food Network this year.
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Sunrise Springs Spa Resort, 242 Los Pinos Road, 780-8145 The region’s only waterside dining is fine, refreshing and a great companion to a hot springs soak.
The Coffee Wheel La Tienda Shopping Center, 7 Caliente Road, Eldorado, 660-9021 Third wave coffee, high-quality tea and snacks right where you need them.
Harry’s Roadhouse 96B Old Las Vegas Hwy., 989-4629 Perfect for when you can’t decide where to eat—they have everything from pizza to Buddha bowls to some of the best steaks in town.
The Hollar 2849 Hwy. 14, Madrid, 471-4821 Refined Southern food and barbecue specials from the smoker from chef and owner Josh Novak.
La Tienda Shopping Center, 7 Caliente Road, Eldorado, 466-2060 Original Latin flavors and more in a relaxed setting.
San Marcos Café 3877 Hwy. 14, 471-9298 Come early for the cinnamon rolls. Pick up chicken feed, while you’re at it.
Santa Fe Brewing Co. 35 Fire Place, 424-3333 The Brewing Co. has all kinds of taprooms in all kinds of places, but the OG location also has food trucks every evening to accompany your games of cornhole and occasional live music at The Bridge.
Ten 3 30 Tramway Rd, Albuquerque, 764-8363 Fine dining 10,300′ atop Sandia Peak (tram ticket not included).
Upper Crust Pizza 5 Colina Drive, Eldorado, 471-1111 Get a pie without schlepping into town.