We secured the Chef's Tasting menu as the ultimate experience to spoil my mom for Mother's Day…read more.. The food (each course) was expertly crafted and full of wonderful flavors. Started with Wagyu/Angus burnt ends and savory red chile sauce. Tender and delicious. We then moved to the almost crusted Chilean Sea Bass with cilantro basmati rice and locally sourced microgreens and asparagus. Blew me away. The best course, IMO, was the duck confit with corn and hatch chile bread pudding. Accompanied by macerated blueberries and delicious red amaranth micro greens. Chef's kiss. The bouillabaisse was multilayered and seafood was perfectly prepared. To round out our evening, we indulged in a key lime pie that was refreshing and the perfect close to a wonderful meal. The chef and staff are so wonderful. They take care of you and can relate without any kind of pretension. Highly recommend

Being a native New Mexican who hasn't lived in northern NM for over 26 years, I, too, need a break…read morefrom my native cuisine! BFF and I were visiting the plaza and I wanted to eat linner somewhere different. As I researched restaurants prior to our trip, I found this gem and they have happy hour 7 days a week! After reading the many great reviews, we arrived approximately 15 min early prior to them opening as we were not sure how busy it would be on a Sunday afternoon. We arrived prior to the bartender but she showed up shortly after we did and took a seat at the bar!. Now, I genuinely do not like bar seating as I prefer a table, and they have one that sits 10 people but since there was two of us we did not want to hog up that much space. Our server was great and we started off with the brussel sprouts and elote corn ribs with red chile butter. Both were delicious and off the charts! I opted for the chicken sando and BFF ordered the steak frites. Both were delish and full of flavor! We also had a really good pinot cab. Our bill was a bit pricey for their HH menu (116.00 incl 5 glasses of cab total) but worth every penny! Ambience is totally cool, laid back, classy (but not pretentious) with a modern rustic flair on the inside. Will definitely be back if I am in Taos again!

Disappointing experience at Medley. My wife's salad tasted like it came straight from a bag. The…read morelamb chops had a cumin raisin sauce that was overly cloying and sweet. I ordered a tuna tostada and mac and cheese and asked the server if I was ordering too much. I filled up almost immediately and was forced to throw away a ton of food because we were leaving the next day. This is my fault and not the responsibility of the server, but I would have liked more honesty on her part. This was the most expensive meal we had in Taos and not worth it.

Tucked along the road to Taos Ski Valley about 10 minutes outside town, Medley feels like a hidden…read moregem with a chic, upscale vibe. Food quality was excellent--we had the filet mignon and steak frites, both cooked perfectly, along with a nice local wine. Appetizers and desserts were just as strong. The space is lively, the staff is genuinely friendly, and the whole experience has a subtle Michelin-style feel without being over the top. Definitely worth the short drive.

What a delightful meal in an adorable setting. We walked the 30 minute walk from our B&B and were…read moregreeted by a cheerful hostess and seated right away. When I made the reservation I asked for the opinion of the woman I was talking to about indoors vs outdoors and she said she loves their dining room so I went with inside and I'm glad I did. Cute little vases with flowers in each table not over done and very homey and classy. We ordered a cocktail and some appetizers including the blue cornbread. The cocktails were interesting and fresh. For dinner I had the best sea trout EVER! It was perfectly cooked, tender, juicy and full of flavor. I would get this weekly if I lived there. My husband ordered the tamale and it was a fresh twist on the New Mexican staple. Literally little celebrations in every bite! If we are back in Taos we will definitely return to Love Apple for it all: food, service and ambiance. Well done!

My partner and I recently celebrated our anniversary and went to Taos, New Mexico to check it out…read moreas we had never been. This was a must stop recommended by many people so we were happy to secure a reservation and dine there. Ambiance was nice, we enjoyed the warm lighting and how it was inside an old historic catholic church. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable as well. I will say- the food was decent but it was nothing extravagant or to write home about like others have mentioned in the past. A lot of items on the menu have like one or two ingredients that I feel throw the dish off, so it was difficult deciding what to get there. We ordered the cornbread, mussels, the trout and the bison when we went for dinner. By far my biggest complaint with the whole experience was the fact that it is a cash only establishment, with no ATM even available on the property. You have to drive beforehand to the closest Allsups and withdraw whatever you feel will be the most for the check plus gratuity. This really limits what you can/can't get on the menu depending on how much cash you bring. I personally do not enjoy feeling limited by that or having to do math at the table in my head to make sure I got enough to cover it all. This also makes people look at the menu beforehand maybe online to get a good idea before driving to said gas station. They say on the website it's because "By forgoing transaction fees, we can better support our employees, serve organic food, and boost our local economy." but in reality I believe it's because they do not want to pay credit card fees and whatnot. Their sister restaurant Manzanita (which we also dined at) was not cash only though which was odd if they are related, so something isn't lining up at The Love Apple. We still had the best time with each others company which matters the most celebrating a special occasion, but I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to tell everyone that they gotta go there when they are in Taos.

What a great find thanks to Yelp! Upstairs from Lambert's is this great bar lounge. It's mellow and…read morecomfortable and plays the best music. The service is excellent and knowledgeable. Cocktails are world class and they have a great selection of food from appetizers to full entrees.

Great food and service. The bread with whipped butter and garlic is a must!!! The food was all well…read moremade and elevated. It was awkward eating a meal on a couch/coffee table, but we picked the seating, and could have opted for a more formal table at the downstairs restaurant. The atmosphere of the bar/lounge was too cool to pass up though!!!

Wonderful burritos and life changing ice cream, I ended up getting a t-shirt that's is of great…read morequality and helped support the local business. The workers were very friendly and helpful so wonderful service. The ambiance was wonderful friendly with a ton of very nice dogs and wonderful lighting. Would absolutely recommend!

Get passed the strained service and focus on their amazing food…read more Bests: - BLT w green chile is mouthwateringly good - Breakfast burrito tops anything in Colorado or northern California - Green chile stew is not like my abuela's but it is a standout in deliciousness as more of a stew than a green chile Ambiance: Cannot beat sitting on the babbling creek and watching birds while noshing. Enchanted

We had such a great experience at Farmhouse Cafe! The ambiance was lovely and had such a welcoming,…read morerelaxed feel. There was about a 30 minute wait when we arrived, but it honestly flew by since there are some fun little shops nearby to browse while you wait. They are also dog friendly on the outdoor patio, which we really appreciated! Just keep in mind that the wait for outdoor seating can be a bit longer. We ordered the Farmhouse Breakfast and huevos rancheros, and both were delicious. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, the eggs were cooked perfectly, and the potatoes were seasoned so well. I also tried the Maya hot chocolate, which was delicious, along with the sparkling cranberry juice. Our server was friendly and attentive, and we grabbed a few pastries from the front beforehand . They were all so good, but the savory goat cheese and tomato pastry was definitely a favorite. The prices were very reasonable, especially considering the freshness and quality of the food. Between the atmosphere, great service, and delicious food, this was definitely a place we'd come back to!

Adorable atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. What more can you ask for??…read more We got lattes and the farmhouse breakfast, so tried a bit of everything. Crispy bacon, house made bread and jam ... would absolutely come back.

Reservation showed sold out but we got there when doors opened for happy hour upstairs and were…read moreable to secure a table in dining room after enjoying our cocktails.... Which were excellent! For dinner 2 at the table had salmon, one chicken dish and I had the root vegetable bisque followed by bolognese. A table favorite was the house bread and the roasted beet salad.

Lambert's came up as a steakhouse in Taos but with just a petit filet mignon on the menu it is not…read more Multiple dishes were all between 4 and 5 stars including the calamari and steak tartar appetizers, the pasta bolognese, and the petit filet. I need to praise the calamari dish for genuine and brilliant creativity containing some mild chili paste, greens and strawberries- this just worked. The pasta bolognese were perhaps a dash too creative deviating somewhat from a traditional meat sauce (here with black olives and without, or at least no noticeable, tomato). The petit filet was ok but slightly undercooked. The service was on point, pleasant and efficient. The atmosphere is darker and cozy, but due to the small rooms and proximity of tables maybe a bit cramped..... you can't help but hearing other table's conversations as irritating as they may be.

Visiting Taos Pueblo and I had to stop here and try the buffalo burger on blue corn fry bread. It…read morewas extremely good and very fresh, they cooked everything to order. We arrived after the dining room had closed, and so we ordered at the drive-through, which was very quaint. I would strongly recommend stopping here for anyone visiting the Pueblo.

You can go inside to use the restroom, but seating is outside only (just 2 tables available). While…read moreI was there, they did allow someone to sit inside, but I'm not sure why they got special treatment. We had missed breakfast since we couldn't figure out what time it ended, so we ordered from the lunch menu instead. We ended up getting a Buffalo Burger on Frybread w/ cheese and green chile (really good! I thoroughly enjoyed eating this. It was my first time eating frybread and I would definitely get it again. Only complaint was that the buffalo seemed to be wasted since we couldn't taste it at all). We also got Zucchini Fingers (super good as well! It had a really nice texture and flavor to it) and a Chokecherry Lemonade (I had to go and ask for more chokecherry syrup because you couldn't taste it at all at first. It gave a nice flavor, but it wasn't anything special). Zucchini Fingers win as the fave food from here, but the burger was a close second! I highly suggest stopping here if you ever find yourself in Taos because it is definitely worth it!

Bob & Earl's in Trinidad is one of those classic local spots that feels like it's been part of the…read morecommunity forever. The atmosphere has that old-school diner vibe -- simple, comfortable, and very hometown. The food was solid and portions were generous. You're not going there for fancy plating -- you're going for hearty, stick-to-your-ribs meals that hit the spot. We had a hearty breakfast in pictures above - Service was friendly and familiar, which is what you expect in a small-town staple. Like any busy local diner, timing can vary depending on the rush, but overall it's a dependable stop if you're in Trinidad and looking for a no-frills meal with a local feel. Would definitely stop in again.

The coffee was soooo gas. The food was even better, and the vibe was so cozy. This place is a…read morehidden gem fs you must go.

Went here with the family to get some ice cream the day before we left. This is a very friendly…read moreplace, which we found to be lacking in Red River. The ice cream we thought was excellent. I would recommend you checking this place out.

HOMEMADE ICE CREAM! And it's soooo good! The staff (Eddy) was super friendly. Our favorite flavors…read moreare Salted Carmel, cookies & cream, Strawberry, and Huckleberry, and Mint Chocolate Chip. We came back twice because we liked it so much. The BEST ice cream in Red River! The shaded porch is a wonderful place to sit and eat ice cream with the kids.