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    San Marcos Cafe

    4.0 (96 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Inside layers of cinnamon roll.
    Ann A.

    Cinnamon rolls are to die for. Very nice people. Pretty southwest vibe. Definitely a good stop. We'll be back! Breakfast burrito was good. Quiche was delish.

    San Marcos burrito. Do NOT recommend
    Victoria P.

    I do not recommend this place. I can't explain it, but I felt extremely uncomfortable here. I did not like the way they were treating the young bus boy. It was just uncomfortable. My meal was not good. I do NOT recommend the San Marcos burrito. The prices were not updated so when I got my bill I felt overcharged from what the menu stated. They have peacocks. And Parking. It wasn't worth it. Food didn't taste good. Service was uncomfortable. I'm not going back.

    Breakfast burrito
    Chris H.

    First stop when arriving to Santa Fe, recommended by 12 best restaurants in Santa Fe, we went for breakfast, I've been wanting Huevos rancheros for awhile since I had years ago in Old Town San Diego. The restaurant is super cute! Service was pleasant, food was good, ordered Huevos Rancheros, but somehow it didn't seem as good as what I remembered, I found an old photo had taken of my Huevos rancheros from Old Town, and as I remembered it was better, but overall it was a good breakfast, there is a feed store out back, old school look, was a nice walk around, also they have chicken, ducks, turkeys and peacocks out back, there all in cages, which kind of weird

    Peacocks and Turkeys
    Dennis K.

    You could describe this place as out of the way because it's not near any cities. It's on the Turquoise Trail between Albuquerque and New Mexico near the town of Cerrillos. You can't really call it a secret, though, because it's mentioned in every brochure describing the area, making it seem like a bit touristy, but I still got the feeling that a lot of people there were locals. In any case, it had a nice crowd for a weekday lunch, and it's not as if there was an office park across the road. The decor could be called quaint. Or cozy. As a male, I would call it "tiny" and "tight." Outside there are live birds walking around, most notably a peacock. And, in addition to being a cafe, I think there was an actual feed store there. Menu is kind of similar to what you might find at a tea house, fused with traditional American and some New Mexican. You have the standard enchiladas, some sandwiches, and then a whiteboard filled with daily specials. Things like salads, quiche, and various home cooking like pork chops and eggs.

    Natalie C.

    Awesome place!!! I love visiting locally owned places that I never get to experience back at home. Well worth the drive from Santa Fe! Only open till about 2 pm I believe. Everyone in our party enjoyed their food and the server was very friendly. Loved the hash browns (but they were actually potatoes). The place looks like it was once a home and turned into a restaurant. Get there early because the tables were all pretty full when we got there t 10:30. Additional: Animal farm outside. Saw 2 pony's, peacocks everywhere, some chickens and turkeys. Nice little photo op spots!

    french toast-delicious
    Anshita S.

    The best breakfast EVER!! This is a hidden spot and when we were there it was full of locals. The ambience is really cozy. I ordered half blintz- it was so delicious with cream filling inside topped with raspberry sauce. I also had spinach bake over scrambled eggs served with hash browns. It was sooooo good and was served with their house made garlic bread. Husband had breakfast burrito. Their sauce is out of the world delicious. The french toast is one of the best we have ever had. It is a must order!! We also ordered cinnamon bun. It was crunchy on the outside and soft of the inside. It was huge though, 2-4 people can easily share it. Make sure to put some butter on it and it will take the flavor to the next level. All in all, great flavor packed food with great customer service. This is a must try if you are traveling on the turquoise trail. Hidden gem, that I really hope stays hidden ;-)

    Cinnamon roll
    Kiley Q.

    If you go just for coffee, a cinnamon roll, and an authentic New Mexican ambiance, this place would be 5 stars. The cinnamon roll is big, flaky, cinnamon-y and soooo good. The only critique is it could use a little more frosting for my taste. The other items we tried on their menu were so-so. Neither of our egg orders were cooked as requested so that was a let-down. The waitress was attentive. Outside of the quaint restaurant are lots of fowl, including pigeons and peacocks. That was fun to see, and would be even more enticing if you have young kids.

    Don't skip going out back to see the fowel
    Katie V.

    The service is great, and the food is delicious. Hot coffee with a smile. I got the Huevos Rancheros and it did not disappoint (get the Christmas sauce). I especially liked seeing all of the birds in the backyard. What a cute place to visit! Would definitely come back

    Greetings from the San Marco Cafe....may I take your order?
    Flozilla B.

    So, your on the Turquoise Trail looking for a place to satisfy your need for local, homemade, satisfying food? There are not many places to get just that (and your starting to feel like you are in the middle of nowhere and when will you ever see civilization again?) well, friends....just keep driving to a beacon of culinary delights...The San Marcos Cafe and Feedstore! I am basing this review from my visit there just 2 weeks ago. This place is pretty much a local hangout and above mentioned oasis for lost tourists on the Turquoise Trail...but CHILE HEADS...where are you? This is one of the TOP places in NM to get x-mas on your "feed store" burrito. I don't stray off this favorite too often (maybe once in a while I will get the fresh made biscuits and gravy, but that is rare) the burrito is just satisfying in every way! Start with a warm flour tortilla, stuff with real hash browns (not the icky shredded kind) and thick bacon, roll up and smother with plenty of awesome red and green chile, top with cheese and bake in the oven to melt all that goodness together...serve with garlic bread, just enough to sop up all that chile! DELISH! The coffee is excellent too! Service is prompt and attentive and as many of the fellow reviewers have mentioned the setting is pretty great too. As far as hours go, I think they are only open until 2pm every day...best to call ahead to be sure...and if it is a weekend a reservation is recommended...this place can get very busy! Its a cafe in front of a legit working feedstore...where you can stock up on all your farm and ferrer needs. Birds and unique country feelings are boundless. **I do admit I am a bit biased as I worked here a student in high school...and have loved the food for many years. High school for me was over 15 yrs ago...San Marcos cuisine is pretty much the same since then, 5***** for consistency! **

    Lovely
    Allison L.

    Driving along 'Route 66' on our way to Santa Fe....see a lovely little house and a sign that says Cafe. Sweet. We could all use a nice cup of coffee. Pull into the parking lot and immediately I'm in love. Live peacocks in the driveway...normal, loud exterior that screams Adobe, and of course out in the middle of nowhere. We make our way into the little shop/eatery and sit down a great homey table. All we wanted was some coffee....which by the way was French pressed and absolutely the MOST delicious homemade coffee I've EVER had. Trust me, I drink a lot of coffee. I did notice a lot of other people enjoying what they were eating...everything from hamburgers to tacos to vichyssoise (random). Servers were so adorable and absolutely delightful. They also have some cute little chachkis to buy (ex. coffee mugs, postcards, local paintings....etc). If you are driving from Albuquerque to Santa Fe, drive the scenic route, its the only way you'll find this place. It's wonderful. Loves.

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    Sweet country cafe. Home baked cinnamon rolls. Nothing fancy. Next to feed store. Can get busy on the weekends

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    Good food, excellent service and a warm & cozy atmosphere, what's not to love? If you order your chile. "Christmas" be aware of the green

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    Food is excellent. Egg dishes with green chile taste terrific Cinnamon rolls are incredible. This is a rustic NM place!!

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    Forgot to add--cinnamon rolls were served cold. Coffees weren't refilled. Nothing good about our experience.

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    Great food and friendly staff. The breakfast burrito is great. Wish their coffee was a bit stronger.

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