This Rustic Southern-Style Restaurant In New Mexico Is Worth Every Penny
While there are plenty of noteworthy restaurants in the Land of Enchantment, this rustic spot in Madrid is serving up cuisine you won’t typically find in the Southwest. This hidden gem serves up Southern-style food with its own unique flair. Get ready to dig into the best fried green tomatoes, okra, and so many other Southern favorites at this quaint spot right downtown in Madrid that will have you feeling like you’re down south. Don’t worry, though, you’ll also find some New Mexican favorites on the menu, because no restaurant is completely without green chile.
Welcome to The Hollar! While this amazing restaurant in Madrid may look rural and rustic on the outside, the food promises to blow you away.
The Hollar takes Southern comfort food and combines it perfectly with our favorite Southwest food. The result is a unique blend of flavors for the ultimate dining experience.
Before you try anything else, you must try their specialty. The fried green tomatoes with bechamel sauce are made with local green tomatoes, and are the perfect comfort food.
Whatever you order, it's best eaten on their inviting outdoor patio. This spot truly comes to life in the summer, and you can even view nearby businesses in Madrid to truly get a feel of this artsy town.
Other favorites are sandwiches like the Po Boy which can be made with either shrimp or fried green tomatoes. For a simpler meal for those who aren't as adventurous, their Angus burger is juicy and delicious.
E Jamar is a published writer based in Milwaukee, WI. Despite being a Midwesterner at heart, you can often find them trekking throughout the states and discovering new hidden gems. When they're not traveling, you can find them discussing disability issues, cuddling their pug puppy, and checking out new local spots.
