Local Flavor: Dining, Drinks +
Hidden Gems
From James Beard dinners to green chile at the counter, these are the tables we actually go to when we're in town.
Dinner Favorites
Reservations recommended • Our regulars
Geronimo
Elegant global cuisine in a 1756 adobe on Canyon Road.
Randy's tip: They book fast, so make your reservations at least a month out.
Santa Cafe
Upscale Southwestern fusion in a charming adobe near the Plaza.
Randy's tip: Reserve a table on the patio during the warmer months.
Izinami
A serene Japanese izakaya at Ten Thousand Waves—perfect after the spa.
Randy's tip: The A5 Japanese Wagyu hot rock is phenomenal.
Market Steer Steakhouse
Our go-to steakhouse. Prime hand-cut steaks, rodeo chic.
Randy's tip: Order a sauce flight to accompany your steak, and be sure to peruse the "Art Menu."
Joseph's Culinary Pub
Randy's tip: Order the Duck Confit Pad Thai, and don't skip dessert!
The Pink Adobe
Legendary since 1944. Classic New Mexican cuisine and the iconic Dragon Room bar.
Randy's tip: Order the French Onion Soup and Fire-Roasted Chile Relleno.
Breakfast + Lunch Favorites
Casual favorites • Our daytime regulars
Dolina
Our north-side regular. Modern American brunch with Eastern European influences, great espresso, and freshly baked pies and pastries.
Tesuque Village Market
Our village spot just down the hill from Casa Serenata. Casual, a little funky, bustling market and cafe that's great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Bakery, full bar, and famous green chile bread.
The Plaza Cafe
The classic diner on the Plaza. Known as Santa Fe's oldest restaurant serving authentic traditional New Mexican dishes since 1905.
Mille
Our downtown French spot. Authentic cafe and crêperie for morning pastries, macarons, and espresso.
Cafe Pasqual's
A must during your stay. Global offerings from old Mexico, the Mediterranean, and wherever else the compass points. The chicken sandwich is one we dream about. The best!
Clafoutis
French restaurant and bakery that bakes fresh bread and pastries daily for breakfast and lunch.
Happiest of Hours
Sunset cocktails + bar bites • Our usual haunts
Skyfire at Bishop's Lodge
Restaurant and bar at Auberge Resorts Bishop's Lodge, SkyFire Bar serves handcrafted cocktails and a fantastic Silver Coin Margarita
Gruet Tasting Room
Tasting room and patio at the St. Francis Hotel. Sparkling and still wines and tastings. Reservations are highly recommended in the spring and summer.
Nuckolls Brewery
Sustainable, authentic beer garden at the Railyard. Craft beers include 7k IPA, Java Stout, and blue corn lager "175" made with Santa Ana Pueblo grain.
The Staab House at La Posada
Housed in 1882 Abraham Staab mansion. Signature cocktails and fireside seating, home of the "Juliarita" made with apricots from Julia's 1880s tree.
The Tack Room at Market Steer
The lively bar inside Market Steer Steakhouse. The best Bramble and icy martinis in town. Owner's rodeo memorabilia displayed in shadow box-style coffee tables.
Los Poblanos Farm Shop Norte + Bar Norte
The Farm Shop Norte sells lavender products and botanical gin, while Bar Norte is an intimate tasting room for Los Poblanos Botanical Spirits with garden-infused cocktails.
Dragon Room
Inside The Pink Adobe. Cozy bar with hand-painted tables and trees growing through the floor. Full Pink Adobe menu available.
Joe's Tequila Bar
Over 200 curated tequilas. Full bar with Pan-American menu - Carne Asada, Chipotle Shrimp, Red Chile Roasted Chicken. Cozy patio bar.