What a delightful meal in an adorable setting. We walked the 30 minute walk from our B&B and were greeted 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! read more

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Possibly the best restaurant I've been to in ages. Lovely staff, unusual tastes (in a good way), pleasant atmosphere. We took suggestions from the waitperson--maybe the owner?--she knew a lot--and steered us to great choices. If the chocolate bread pudding is still on the menu, order it. read more

The food and service was very good And I Thought reasonable prices . Cant remember what I had but remember it being very nice. read more

My partner made a reservations here for our anniversary dinner while we were visiting Taos. This place was highly recommended but I just don't personally *get it* from a food stand point. The customer service was great and the ambiance was nice. It's in a historic old church. From the food items, my favorite was the mussels. Everything else was just alright. The bison steak didn't pack alot of flavor to me. It was still a nice night out but not my favorite foods. read more

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Nice ambiance, but the food fell short. We chose this place as it was recommended by NM locals. The patio was nice, with fresh flowers and even privacy screens between some of the tables. I would give 5 stars to the ambiance. The food was just okay. The mixed greens in the salad were not fresh. I had to separate a few stale leaves. We all know this is quite common in mixed greens from a grocery bag, but I didn't expect to see it at a fancy restaurant like them. The mushroom appetizer and the taco main dish were both too greasy; see the spicy oil dripping from the food and pooling in the plate. Their wine list was super expensive, and most notable of all, this place is ALL CASH. So, for a table of four who orders wine, you'll need $300-400 in your pocket. read more

The Love Apple - Taco was tasty but too greasy - New American Near Me - Taos, New Mexico

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My partner and I recently celebrated our anniversary and went to Taos, New Mexico to check it out as 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. read more

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My boyfriend and I had a wonderful dinner at the Love Apple! It is super romantic inside and set in an old church. The service was great and we loved all the food. The beets on beets salad was one of our favorite meals we ate on our trip. We love beets! It was also cute that they put a little heart on our dessert. I would definitely go back to try some more things. read more

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Wonderful dinner and service. Only issue is that I drove past it twice, looking for it. Once there we had a delightful time. read more

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Great atmosphere and the food was artful. Staff is excellent. Many gluten-free choices. Overall, good for a night out. read more

The Love Apple - Trout - New American Near Me - Taos, New Mexico

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We went for our anniversary dinner on a recommendation. The Persian summer cocktail was so refreshing and delicious. The cornbread with flavored butters (basil and apricot) and both salads we ordered were excellent! Only slight hiccup was the sauce for the gnocchi was a little underwhelming (salty), but the pork was excellent and the peach cobbler to die for! The ambience is really special, their patio seating is so pretty with flowers and lighting. Indoors looked wonderful too (it's a former church)! read more

We had an excellent meal at the Love Apple, one of our favorites in town. The food is interesting and the setting is atmospheric and beautiful in an old Adobe church. We started with the blue cheese, caramelized onion and apple quesadilla and cornbread muffins - the blue corn was earthy and delicious, as was peach butter. In contrast, the raw beet salad was not a hit with the table - a bit too plain and earthy. We also thoroughly enjoyed the seed and nut encrusted seabass with bok choy and cherry compute, grilled ruby red trout with quinoa - piñon fritter, and Swiss cheese polenta with oyster mushrooms. All were excellent, very interesting and flavorful food. Drinks were also good and a good pairing - memorable ones were the take on a margarita and on a Negroni. read more

Our family has been going to Love Apple in Taos, NM for years. It is always a wonderful, special treat for us. We look forward to going everytime we are in Taos. Prior to our reservation this time - we were alerted by friends that the establishment is under new management (not sure if this is true or not - the internet says it is not) and their experience, food, and service was not the same (read not as wonderful) as in visits past. I always like to make my own determination. We had a larger group for our reservation. Unfortunately, when we arrived they did not have our reservation in the books. Turns out we were able to show them indeed we had made a reservation for eight and somehow it was lost on their end. Mistakes happen - we are all human - however the experience only got worse as the evening went on. It was a weekend night - there was not line out the door like usual, many tables were not occupied. I looked around and thought hmmm. This is unusual. Drink orders were wrong - with no accountability taken. The delicious tacos we have been accustomed to receiving over the years were not served that night...the tacos were cold, tortillas blew out immediately, and ingredients sadly missing with no explanation. Plates were handed to our friends and kids very hot to the touch with the explanation "I told you it was hot." Traditionally - plates were just placed in front of us gently and kindly. Kindness of staff was not seen by our group unfortunately. Everyone seemed to be having a hard night - which is totally fair - but it made us sad as we look forward to this neat place visiting about once a year. Instead of staying and having dessert like we always do - we left and got ice cream for sundaes at Cids. I am not sure we will go back to Love Apple the next time we are in town. Paying hundreds and hundreds of dollars for a meal is not lost on us. We are happy to do it when it is wonderful. We wish the best to Love Apple. read more

Food was mediocre. Tortilla soup was subpar. Noise level was uncomfortable. Second time disappointed . Not worth it.

Amazing all around. Lovely restaurant fantastic host and server team. We split the corn bread muffins with the delicious butters and split the beet salad. I had the gnocchi and the pesto was so flavorful as were the perfectly cooked gnocchi. My husband has the trout and loved every bite. Great wine list. I had a sparkling rose from Spain. So good. What a gem not far from downtown Taos. Very casual vibe. read more

The Love Apple - Gnocchi with pesto snap peas and asparagus. - New American Near Me - Taos, New Mexico

Beautiful building, calm relaxing atmosphere. Great service. Delicious food. The gnocchi was amazing.

We sat outside and the ambience was wonderful, the service delightful and the food was very good. My friend had a salad and tortilla soup that she thought was very good...and I ate like a piggy w soup, salad and the buffalo special. It was flavorful but gristly and not what Id consider prime at all. . Apple crisp was too sweet to me. Id try it out another try some time but would probably ask the server their favorites. read more

Beautiful spot with friendly service. Very cool just to be in the restaurant. Food was good. We weren't blown away but we'd order differently next time. Definitely a spot to hit in Taos. (We liked their little sister, Manzanita Market even more! Perhaps better bang for your buck?) read more

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The Love Apple is the perfect place for a date or a girls night out. My best friend and I happened to find this place while planning our recent vacation to New Mexico and this place was a must try! By some miracle we got a table due to a last minute cancellation and took full advantage of this delightful experience. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by formal yet friendly staff. We enjoyed wine paired with a cheesy quesadilla to start. This quesadilla was filled with the finest cheeses and paired with an orange crème fraiche. For dinner we enjoyed seared duck breast and a fish. Everything was fresh and made with love. I highly recommend checking this place out while you're in town! Make sure to call ahead to book your reservation in advance! read more

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Outstanding dinner food for the two of us. Worth reading and following the rules for getting a reservation. FOOD: 5.0. Every dish was outstanding and exceeded high expectations. - TROUT PATÉ with FENNEL appetizer. - SEA BASS. My food-fussy partner declared it the best Sea Bass she has ever had. - DUCK BREAST. Yum! - PINON dessert with créme. So good, including the crust. The créme was clearly housemade. SERVICE: 5.0. Rigo did an excellent job, providing spot-on advice and exhibiting good timing. AMBIANCE: 4.5. We sat inside. It was pleasant, with perfect-low-volume background music inside older building. DRINKS: 4.5. We enjoyed our drinks. Standouts were the Pinot Noir (from S. America) and Muscatel. read more

The Love Apple - Pinon dessert with housemade créme. Outstanding. - New American Near Me - Taos, New Mexico

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The Love Apple is the perfect spot for a special night out. The restaurant is located in a former chapel known as La Capilla de Nuestra Senora de Dolores, Ranchos de Taos and as the Chapel at Placita de Taos. The structure was built in the 1800s and in operation for about 100 years. (Google "Church, Placita de Taos, New Mexico 1940" for a photo of the structure by Eliot Porter in the New Mexico Museum of Art.) Consistent with the restaurant's physical space's history, the courtyard and dining room have a lot of character and are beautifully decorated with unique touches and lots of attention to detail. During our visit on a weeknight in May, most of the indoor tables filled up shortly after opening. Service is friendly, professional and extremely efficient with multiple staff assisting each table. The dishes are creative and tasty. The seed- and nut-encrusted sea bass is my new favorite. Each course was prepared and delivered surprisingly quickly, yet without rushing the meal. A few tips to help your dinner go smoothly: The Love Apple's hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. The Love Apple accepts cash and checks only. If you are paying with a personal check, make sure that your phone number is included. Since The Love Apple is an intimate 13-table restaurant, reservations are recommended. To make a reservation, call the restaurant. Reservations are available in two-week blocks: the current Monday through Sunday week and the following Monday through Sunday week. If you leave a message, be sure to leave your name, the number of people in your party, the time(s) that you are interested in and a clear phone number. In a vacation week full of fun, memorable and new experiences, dinner at The Love Apple stands out as a highlight, a spot worth including in a visit if you are in northern New Mexico. read more

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Just loved this place. The food is excellent and a good value. The service unassuming and pitch perfect, and it was quietly romantic. Recommended read more

The food here was great as was the atmosphere and the service! It came highly recommended and we agreed with the assessment. We went for a birthday celebration and were very happy with everything. It is cash only and you need to make reservations so be prepared. read more

My favorite restaurant in Taos! I love celebrating special occasions at this upscale restaurant! Make reservations in advance if you'd like to experience their culinary delights! In addition to the food, the service is also top notch! Lastly, their decor is so fabulous. Everything is decorated in white and cream . I love it so much that I've been renovating and decorating my home in the style of Love Apple! read more

Love Apple more than lived up to the hype. The atmosphere is warm, intimate, and uniquely Taos--beautifully rustic without feeling pretentious. The staff was friendly and genuinely knowledgeable, offering thoughtful recommendations and making the whole evening feel relaxed and unhurried. Every dish was incredibly fresh and so well balanced. You can really taste the care that goes into the ingredients. The flavors were creative without being over the top, and everything felt perfectly seasonal. It's one of those meals where you want to slow down and savor every bite. It's definitely a place you plan ahead for, but it's absolutely worth it. If you're in Taos and want a memorable dining experience, Love Apple is a must. read more

We missed The Love Apple on our trip to Taos last year, so we're really glad that we were able to go with our friends this year for our sole meal out. It's fantastic. It's New Mexico, so, you know, everything is Land of Mañana style while you wait wait wait to make a reservation, be greeted, be seated, etc. It's a vibe, and once you're used to it, just enjoy the ride. You enter through a kitchen (yes) and a sheet/blanket (yes) and then it's all string lights and airiness and like you stepped into a Goop photoshoot. Charmed? Yes, we were. Love the two cocktails that we started with: riffs on a Negroni and a Manhattan. Simply wonderful. For starters, our table shared the corn bread, mushroom quesadilla, and warm spinach salad, all excellent. The blue corn bread basically tastes like a tortilla chip in muffin form--so good. The quesadilla was solid and we loved the dressing on the salad, which really hit the spot for greens. For dinner, we shared the tortilla soup and the polenta bolognese. The soup was out of this world--so packed with flavor--but the bolognese was disappointing. It did not taste like it had been simmering for long, and the meat was still in huge chunks, and overall, just not as high quality as everything else we had eaten. Our daughter got a very impressive kid's gnocchi that were borderline dumplings and she loved them. We would have likely landed on five stars had our dessert not been a disaster, which it unfortunately was. We got their special, the caramel mousse with a piñon brittle and everything about it was terrible. The mousse was barely cold and had almost no flavor--basically just whipped cream. The piñon brittle was overcooked and tasted like burnt nuts. Ugh, we were so upset because we had mostly loved everything else about the meal, and this was a huge final note to end on. We did try a taste of our pals' apple crisp, and that was great, as was our kiddo's pineapple sorbet, so we probably chose wrong, but still. Other that the bolognese and the caramel mousse, we did have such a positive experience here that we are landing on four stars. Most of the food was impressive, the service was friendly (expect that NM pace!), and the ambience was enchanting. Four stars, and hopefully one day we'll be back again to give it five. read more

So glad this was a foodie recommendation to us for our recent visit to Taos. We enjoyed a lovely dinner at this magically decorated place. First off, the staff were amazing and very attentive. The food was fantastic from the cornbread to the salad to the Gnocchi and Sea bass ending with apple crisp. We had a couple cocktails as well that were very good. The whole experience was GREAT and I would recommend this gem to anyone visiting the area! read more

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We have family visiting from out of town and they wanted to try The Love Apple because of the James Beard award nominations. Wow!! The food is amazing. I had the sea bass and it was delicious. Very light and flaky and the flavors were awesome. Family enjoyed the special Bison ribeye, the trout and the tamale. Absolutely amazing. We sat on the patio and it was great. A beautiful evening out with family in Taos. We couldn't have asked for a better place. The ladies serving us were very nice and helpful. We asked for water and they made sure we didn't run out. I had a wonderful time. read more

I made a reservation weeks in advance for my birthday. I was told they had a party that night for the entire restaurant. They said they would be able to accommodate us if we were willing to come in early. We agreed. They called me the day before to cancel our reservation. They said the person who took the reservation, shouldn't have, but there was nothing they could do. If this reflects their appreciation for their customers, we will not be patronizing this establishment. read more

We went there a couple of years ago and raved about the meal and of course the ambiance., as it is such l a lovely and unique historical setting. Had reservations for last night after finding a spot over a week ago, so we looked forward to our celebration there. Unfortunately both entrees were least to say, disappointing. The sea bass was souped in sauce and not to the standard of a quality piece of fish and my husband's duck was how can I say horrible as it was souped in sauce to possibly cover up the quality of the duck. I am sad to say this is not a place I would recommend. I would love for the chefs to understand that meat and fish recipes should start with the quality of the product, no matter if it is considered "French". I do hope this lovely place survives but not up to the standards it sets. Raise to bar Love Apple! read more

True, there are very few decent choices for a "dining experience" in Taos. So this place is one of very few options. The food was reasonably good. The portions are small, the prices are enormous, for what they serve. It's a place with a false sense of casual because they are so full of themselves that it reeks of self-centered privilege. I'll stick to a good taco when I'm in Taos next time rather than putting up with such pretense and expense. They are a cash only restaurant stating that they're keeping the money local. Ok, lap that up if you need to convince yourself that you're doing the world a favor by eating there. read more

We had reservations for 545 on the patio. Unfortunately we were in and rushed out in 50 minutes. After our appetizer, the waitress asked for our order. We said we would like to enjoy our drinks first.... And was told chef wanted all orders now. Our salad came before we were done with the muffins and our entree right after. We were not offered dessert. My husband asked for a light beer and got a dark, Guinness like stout. My service dog was questioned, which happens. The hostess explained that there was a strict "no dog" policy. And then sat a Puppy directly across from us ?!! Flies. Yes we're were on the patio, but the number of flies that we had to keep shooing off our food... was crazy. And our sea bass, which is usually a slightly sweet, buttery taste, tasted more like grouper. Just super disappointed. read more

Food was amazing! Everything we ate was a savory delight. We will be back! Service was friendly and warm and prompt! Loved the special mushrooms that the waitress highly recommended. read more

The Seabass is exquisite. It served with a sautéed bok choy so good. The service is good unless of course, the kitchen gets overwhelmed. My recommendation is order your hors d'oeuvres salad soup whatever you're having with your dinner all at once and then that way you won't get frustrated if the kitchen gets overwhelmed and there is no waiting. And give the staff a break order everything that you want or could possibly want at one time so that way they're not running back back-and-forth trying to be your beck and call people. read more

We loved our experience at The Love Apple! The food was absolutely amazing! Our favorite was the gnocchi and the quail but truly everything was delicious! We had great service, drinks, and it has a wonderful ambiance!! We will definitely go again on our next trip to Taos. read more

This was my second best restaurant while visiting my buddy in Taos over the weekend. Very nice place, simple but warm ambiance Service is perfect, food reassuredly modern American. Had the encrusted seabass and some greens - very good. I would definitely return to explore more dishes. Probably one of the most creative restaurants in the area. read more

The Love Apple - The sea bass at Love Apple - New American Near Me - Taos, New Mexico

I recommend a reservation for this popular place. We've only been able to sit outside, so the ambiance inside is still an unknown to us. The seasoned butter and cornbread are excellent, a must item. Their carrots are some of the best I've ever eaten. Any restaurant that can prepare exceptional carrots and bread is one I hold close to my heart and stomach. We travel to Taos every year or two and always try to eat here. read more

More than fabulous - don't hesitate to go to this innovative spectacular restaurant. Don't forget cash only!

Left Santa Fe for a road trip to Taos, New Mexico today. Dining and exploring a city we had not been to in 20+ years was the agenda. We searched for dining options and kept getting directed to Love Apple. It is located outside the city in a cute house with inside and outside dining in a beautiful setting. The setup here is stunning and very intimate while prices are reasonable. The decor and setup is great and very inviting. Giving their patrons an easy opportunity to get reservations was a nightmare. They don't answer their phone, you can't book on Open Table and they REFUSE CREDIT CARD PAYMENT. In today's economy, they only take cash and personal checks. NUTS! I guess it makes it easier to avoid taxes. The attitude here is summed up in one word: PRETENTIOUS. We arrived at 5:00, when they opened and was told that they were completely booked and would not be able to serve us. The hostess stated that if someone failed their reservation (how did they get reservations?), that she might be able to slide us in and they only accepted cash or checks. A gentleman behind us stated he had to come in person for a reservation two night ahead because no one answered the phone. At 5:15, 3 tables were seated with 20+ tables were completely vacant. We were finally seated. We ordered two cornbread muffins with flavored butter, roasted carrots with lavender honey, beet salad, and two tacos (chicken and pulled beef) with coconut creamed corn. The ambience was great, nice lighting and a pleasant setting. Presentation was spot on. The corn muffins lacked any real flavor. Our carrot presentation was beautiful. The carrots were not peeled and nicely roasted. It was not till we started eating them that we both noticed grains of dirt with each bite. The beet salad served on a beet puree with toasted bread was a home run. The beets contained a unique flavor and we could of ordered a second dish. The tacos were stuffed with chicken and beef and a orange slaw / crema fraiche topping. The chicken pieces were huge and again, lacked flavor. It was to much meat for the tortilla. The pulled braised beef had nice flavor and hit the spot. For the hype and reviews they have on the internet, I was not impressed and would not recommend. As we left, I glanced around the restaurant counting at least 15 empty tables. I understand it is a management issue to spread out patrons for the dinner service to work and not flood the kitchen. The attitude is what killed me and arrogance when serving the public. In today's economy, having patrons wanting to make reservations is a blessing. You need to be more accommodating and appreciative. I realize some organization make dining options difficult hoping to create exclusively with their business. You catch more bees with honey than vinegar. read more

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Delicious food, the cornbreads are great. Service is excellent Very nice interior atmosphere read more

Menu was creative, food delicious, served hot with impeccable and prompt service. Charmed by serene, creative architecture.