Did you know New Mexico is home to some spectacular barbecue restaurants? That’s right! Though the Land of Enchantment is better known for that mouthwatering green chile, we have some amazing places to get barbecue. Today, we’re taking a look at one restaurant that is a little out of the way but oh so tasty.
Mad Jack’s Mountaintop Barbecue is a highly praised barbecue restaurant isolated in the little mountain town Cloudcroft.
The barbecue joint has been operating since 2015 and focuses on central Texas style barbecue. This means the meat is heavily rubbed with spices then slow cooked.
In central Texas tradition, you’ll pick up a tray when you enter the barbecue joint and choose your meat by the pound. From there, you’ll get your sides, bread, and condiments.
Don't feel like having a big tray of food? You can opt for other menu items! For example, you can try the loaded baked potato, which seems like a meal in itself!
Mad Jack’s Mountaintop Barbecue is located at 105 James Canyon Highway in Cloudcroft. You can find directions from Albuquerque at this Google Maps link.
Who loves dining on incredible New Mexican cuisine and would travel far and wide and possibly down a bumpy dirt road to find some? Well, if you're anything like me, you would! And the best place to find the best food is where locals hang out. Whether you're craving tacos, tostadas, burritos, or chili rellenos, numerous places exist around the state. If you're on the hunt for some of the best chile rellenos in New Mexico, you can find some at Mi Casita located a short way down a bumpy dirt road. Let's check out the best chili relleno in NM.
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Mi Casita Silver City, NM is a restaurant that is tucked away in the town down a short and bumpy dirt road.
Mi Casita Silver City offers more information on its Facebook page. Have you ever visited the eatery for the best chile relleno in New Mexico? Let us know! And if you know of another place that serves some amazing chile relleno, let us know in the comments below or via our nomination page.
While you're in Silver City, visit Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery. You'll find there's so much more to discover — spend the night or take a long weekend at the Vrbo of your choice.
If you know anything about New Mexicans, they love their chilies! The red... the green... it doesn't matter. They are as much of a staple food as pasta is for Italian fare, rice is for Asian dishes, and hummus is for Mediterranean dining. And the city of Hatch is definitely the authentic place to get them. But they are available all over the state. So whether you live in The Land of Enchantment or are just passing through, here are some fantastic ways to enjoy chile season in New Mexico.
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1. The first and most obvious option: bring home a box or three of chiles and roast those bad boys yourself.
Can you think of a more classically American way of enjoying that fiery flavor of green chile than topped on a juicy burger? Make one at home, grab a quick meal at fast food locations like Blake's Lotaburger, or enjoy a fancier version from a sit-down burger restaurant.
3. Enjoy a freshly fried chile relleno filled with gooey cheese.
Since we're in peak chile season and a relleno is best made with fresh chiles, get ready to dip those cheese-filled chiles in an egg batter for an unbelievable Mexican food tasting experience.
4. Or enjoy chilly treat with the green chile frozen custard at Caliche's.
Is there a better way to enjoy pizza? I think not! The popular Albuquerque-based pizza joint started selling a select stock of their pizzas in local Smith's, Albertson's, and City Markets.
6. Sip a craft green chile cerveza from the Sierra Blanca Brewing Company.
Steeped with home-roasted green chile, this New Mexico beer highlights the smokey and crisp chile flavors with just a hint of heat and low alcohol content.
7. Take home a bottle of Hatch Green Chile wine from St. Clair Winery.
If you need any proof that green chile is king here in New Mexico, simply check out the iconic New Mexico spots you'll find on this green chile trail including La Posta de Mesilla Restaurant.
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Isn't the New Mexico green chile simply the best? There's so much variety in how you use it. So, how do you decide celebrate chile season in New Mexico? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!
