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December 27, 2019
The 12 Restaurants You’ll Want To Eat At In New Mexico In 2020
Can you believe a new year and a new decade are just around the corner? If you’re looking for ways to make 2020 an unbelievably delightful year, introducing delicious meals is the perfect place to start. Lucky for you, we’ve made things easy for you by compiling a list of some of the best restaurants featured in Only In New Mexico in 2019. Read on to see our selections.
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Looking for the perfect spot for a plate of cozy comfort food? Barela’s is a neighborhood restaurant that offers just that with a New Mexican twist. For details, read more in The Coziest Place For A Winter New Mexico Meal, Barelas Coffee House, Is Comfort Food At Its Finest.
Address: 1502 4th St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Address: 1502 4th St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102


Nothing beats a hot plate of hearty food after a day hiking or hitting the slopes. That’s exactly what you’ll find over at The Bavarian Restaurant in Taos, where the German meals will fill your belly and warm your heart. For details, read more in The German Restaurant In New Mexico Where You’ll Find All Sorts Of Old World Eats.
Address: 100 Kachina Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM, 87525
Address: 100 Kachina Road, Taos Ski Valley, NM, 87525


For a humble dining experience, you’ll want to stop by this restaurant also known as Charlie’s Spic & Span. Enjoy some diner-style meals and house-made tortillas that you can take home. For details, read more in The Tortillas Are Made Right In Front Of You At This Incredible Cafe In New Mexico.
Address: 715 Douglas Ave., Las Vegas, NM
Address: 715 Douglas Ave., Las Vegas, NM


Looking for the perfect burger joint that will tantalize your taste buds? Check out Chef Toddzilla’s Gourmet Burgers over in Roswell, which serves gigantic burgers with hefty flavors. For details, read more in This Awesome Hidden Burger Spot In New Mexico Is Unexpectedly Unique.
Address: 107 Twin Diamond Road, Roswell, NM, 88201
Address: 107 Twin Diamond Road, Roswell, NM, 88201


When out in the mountains, you highly expect to enjoy hearty meals in a rustic environment. That’s exactly what you’ll get over at Mad Jack’s in Cloudcroft. This restaurant serves up hefty plates of mouthwatering barbecue that will have you feeling full for hours. For details, read more in The Line Out The Door At This BBQ Joint In New Mexico Is Always Worth It.
Address: 105 James Canyon Highway, Cloudcroft, NM, 88317
Address: 105 James Canyon Highway, Cloudcroft, NM, 88317


Looking forward to a literary dining experience? This location in Albuquerque is not only the perfect place for a healthy breakfast but also a spot to shop for your next favorite read, as this restaurant has a bookstore. For details, read more in A Visit To This Breakfast Emporium And Bookstore In New Mexico Is The Best Way To Start Your Day.
Address: 1720 Central Ave., Albuquerque, NM
Address: 1720 Central Ave., Albuquerque, NM


Everyone loves finding hidden gem restaurants but we’re going to make the process just a little easier for you today. Nuckleweed Place is hidden away in a remote location of the state inside a trailer and you’ll love the humble meals offered here. For details, read more in This Little Country Restaurant In The Middle Of Nowhere New Mexico Is So Worth The Trip
Address: 526 Laborcita Canyon Rd., La Luz, NM
Address: 526 Laborcita Canyon Rd., La Luz, NM


Chile may reign here in the Land of Enchantment, but did you know we have some incredible pie as well? Over in the little community Pie Town, you’ll get a chance to enjoy a slice at Pie-O-Neer, which serves an impressive number of fresh-baked pies at its pie bar. For details, read more in The Pie Bar In This New Mexico Bakery Is Almost Too Good To Be True.
Address: 5613 US-60, Pie Town, NM 87827
Address: 5613 US-60, Pie Town, NM 87827


If you’re hoping for a chance to indulge in a bit of retro-style entertainment along with tasty tacos and drinks, you can enjoy all three over at Rad Retrocade in Las Cruces. Enjoy arcade games along with some delicious food and impressive drinks. For details, read more in There’s An Arcade Bar In New Mexico And It Will Take You Back In Time.
Address: 201 N Main Street, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Address: 201 N Main Street, Las Cruces, NM 88001


Love farm-inspired meals? Radish & Rye offers wonderful meals with farm-fresh food served with gorgeous presentations in an environment that was just as beautiful. You can also enjoy this meal with an artisanal cocktail for a wonderfully refreshing meal. For details, read more in Radish & Rye Is A Creative, Beautiful Restaurant In New Mexico.
Address: 505 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87501
Address: 505 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87501


If you’re craving a filling sandwich, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Slow Roasted Bocadillos in Albuquerque. This award-winning eatery has been serving creative, hearty sandwiches that are perfect for breakfast and lunch. For details, read more in Slow Roasted Bocadillos Serves The Absolute Best Sandwiches In New Mexico.
Address: 200 Lomas Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Address: 200 Lomas Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102


Located in Santa Ana Pueblo with a beautiful view of the Sandia Mountains, this casual yet fine dining restaurant serves elegant, delicious meals in a historic building. This is also a wine bar with a cruvinet dispensing system, so you can enjoy wonderfully fresh wine at the perfect serving temperature. For details, read more in The Elegant Adobe Mansion Restaurant In New Mexico You’ll Absolutely Love.
Address: 288 Prairie Star Rd., Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
Address: 288 Prairie Star Rd., Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
Which restaurant do you hope to visit first once the new year rolls around? Are there any others you would add to this list? We would love to hear your responses and even feature your favorite dining spot in a future article! Simply leave a comment below, on our Facebook page, or even send an email!
Address: 1502 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, USA
Address: 100 Kachina Rd, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525, USA
Address: 715 Douglas Ave, Las Vegas, NM 87701, USA
Address: 107 Twin Diamond Rd, Roswell, NM 88201, USA
Address: 105 James Canyon Hwy, Cloudcroft, NM 88317, USA
Address: 1720 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA
Address: 526 Laborcita Canyon Rd, La Luz, NM 88337, USA
Address: 5613 US-60, Pie Town, NM 87827, USA
Address: 201 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM 88001, USA
Address: 505 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87501, USA
Address: 200 Lomas Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, USA
Address: 288 Prairie Star Rd, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM 87004, USA