New Mexico is a breathtakingly beautiful state. From mountaintops to valleys, our state holds this country's most stunning landscapes. This restaurant in Santa Fe will make you feel like you've escaped life and entered an enchanting fairytale far from reality. While enjoying some of the most mouthwatering Mexican and Southwest dishes, you can experience views unlike any other.
Welcome to Gabriel's, a dining experience that's an escape from reality.
This incredible Mexican restaurant is just 10 minutes north of Santa Fe, and sits upon a secluded hill with amazing views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range.
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Gabriel's was named one of America's best restaurants, and it's not hard to see why.
From table side guacamole, to freshly squeezed limes for margaritas, and hand made tortillas and tamales, this restaurant is the comfort food you need.
Their patio is the place to be in the summer for views like these, and indoors you'll find cozy fireplaces surrounded by beautiful adobe walls.
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From traditional Mexican fare to Southwest favorites like this green chile stew, every dish is sure to hit the spot!
Gabriel's is the perfect way to get away from it all, eat honest to goodness food, and feel like you've been transported to a storybook.
What are you waiting for? Treat yourself today and visit Gabriel's, right off highway 285.
Gabriel's is located at 4 Banana Ln., Santa Fe, NM. You can find more information on their website.
Have you entered this storybook restaurant before? What was the best part? Let us know in the comments!
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.
It doesn't even have its own website. But what it does have is incredible cuisine.
This is a spot that locals love, and it's not hard to see why. When you dine here, the Mi Casita menu offers scrumptious cuisine.
And if locals (not just tourists) flood a place, you know it's good!
What people absolutely rave about is the Mi Casita Chili Relleno. And who doesn't love a good chili relleno? It's certainly one of my favorite dishes!
And if you don't know what a chile relleno is, it's a stuffed green chile pepper that is battered and fried. So good!
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The Sopapillas are nothing short of spectacular as well. Not only are they delicious all drizzled with honey but pretty big as well.
This place is the epitome of a hidden gem. If you don't know where it is, it's actually quite hard to find.
Use your GPS to guide you. And don't be surprised if it takes you a short way down a dirt road because that's where you'll find Mi Casita!
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.
There's no experience quite like smelling chile roasting in the fresh New Mexico morning air and this is one of the easiest things you can do at home.
2. Grab a green chile cheeseburger at your favorite burger joint.
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.
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4. Or enjoy chilly treat with the green chile frozen custard at Caliche's.
Surprisingly sweet and easy on the heat, this favorite New Mexico custard offers a phenomenal tasting experience with their green chile marmalade.
5. Pick up a frozen WisePies green chile pizza at your local grocery store.
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.
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7. Take home a bottle of Hatch Green Chile wine from St. Clair Winery.
This combination sounds just plain odd, but you'll end up with a glass of bold yet smooth New Mexico wine.
8. Hit the road for a trip on the Las Cruces Walk of Flame Green Chile Trail.
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.
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!