New Mexico Restaurants Now
39 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsNew Mexico Restaurants Now is where we get you the inside scoop on the food scene across New Mexico.
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Greg McAllister - Algodones Distillery - Algodones - NMRN038
September 06, 2022 17:58 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBAt Algodones Distillery we honor that philosophy and hand craft spirits that reflect their time and place. Using traditional pot stills, artesian well water and our bosque location for aging, we source and distill local ingredients from blue corn to juniper, piñon and more into "The Spirits of New Mexico". All Algodones products are available at our 2 Tasting Room locations - Algodones and Ruidoso - and in may fine retailers, bars and restaurants statewide. If you don't see us on the she...
Scott Feuille - Taylor Garrett Spirits - Albuquerque - NMRN037
August 19, 2022 19:12 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBTaylor Garrett Spirits was borne out of an aviator’s vision to produce a unique line of spirits using breakthrough aging technology while honoring the traditions of the world’s great Master Distillers. We are a veteran-owned company located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and founded by Scott Feuille, a retired Naval Aviator and commercial airline pilot. Having traveled the globe and tasted some of the finest spirits the world has to offer, he’s always been fascinated by the skill and traditi...
Ed Pulsifer - La Fonda - Santa Fe - NMRN036
March 01, 2022 17:45 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBCelebrating 100 Years of Hospitality! Step into the past and experience the splendor of the American Southwest at La Fonda on the PlazaTM, the only Santa Fe New Mexico hotel situated on the historic Santa Fe Plaza. Start your vacation in Santa Fe and experience the allure of old world charm at one of the best Santa Fe hotels, where tasteful, modern conveniences blend with the warmth of authentic New Mexican style.
Bahjat Shariff - Twisters - Albuquerque - NMRN035
March 01, 2022 17:39 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBFounded in 1998, Twisters has grown to 17 awesome locations centralized in New Mexico and is now expanding into Colorado with 2 restaurants! Twisters is a fast casual dining experience specializing in New Mexican foods with our famous red and green chile as well as American favorites! Twisters was started with the idea that customers wanted quality food at fast food prices with quick service in a pleasant environment. Our goal is to always exceed our customers’ expectations in value, quality,...
Jason Vinson - Yo Mama's Grill - Socorro - NMRN034
November 11, 2021 20:13 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBThis year’s winners started early in the NM restaurant industry. One partner started as a dishwasher straight out of high school at Cattle Baron and eventually moved up to management at other restaurants. Years later, he’d share his superpowers by traveling to struggling restaurants from Oregon to Florida and help to turn them around by focusing on retraining staff and revamping menus and décor. In 2015, a lifelong dream was realized when a partnership was formed to open their own restaur...
Mark Kiffin - The Compound - Santa Fe - NMRN033
November 08, 2021 16:18 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThis year’s Superhero Chef has spent 45 years completely dedicated to the passion and craft of the table. For him, food is not about trying to create a new trend but perfecting what you are doing every day. He was awarded James Beard Best Chef of the Southwest in 2005 and just celebrated his 20th anniversary as the owner of The Compound in Santa Fe. Under his energetic leadership, The Compound has won many awards for their food, wine, and service. His superpowers of innovation, style, and ...
Mike White - High Point Rustic Kitchen- Albuquerque - NMRN032
November 03, 2021 20:43 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBThis year’s Restaurant Neighbor Superhero spearheads the charity Kitchen Kids Inc, which is in its 6th year of providing free cooking courses where kids work side-by-side with professionals. He is also the director of the 505 Food Fights, a food competition that promotes our industry and has raised tens of thousands for charity. His own personal and physical challenges have been no match for his superpowers of empathy and tenacity. In his words, he uses life’s challenges as motivation to p...
Tai Ayers - Ohori's Coffee - Santa Fe - NMRN031
November 01, 2021 17:41 - 22 minutes - 21.5 MB2021’s Manager of the Year winner has been in the industry for years. Starting at 15 at Santa Fe’s Haagen-Dazs. She moved up, including managing the Student Café in college. 20 years ago, she began Barista work at began Barista work at Ohori's Coffee, Tea, and Chocolate, and became the General Manager in 2006. She gained partial ownership and continued as general manager for what is now Ohori's Coffee Roasters in 2017. She has shown extraordinary management skills in listening and tra...
Yashoda Naidoo - Annapurna's - Albuquerque, NM - NMRN030
October 07, 2021 16:51 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBAnnapurna is the place for a healing cuisine. To accomplish this mission of serving a healing cuisine as prescribed in the Ayurvedic tradition, our restaurants maintain certain principles and philosophies that are very unique in the food industry. Our food is made by hand in our kitchens from fresh produce, locally grown and organic. Our food is FREE of dead animals (eggs, meat, poultry or seafood), cholesterol, saturated fats, trans fats, white sugar, refined sugar, white flour, artificial ...
Robert Vick - Vick's Vittles - Albuquerque, NM - NMRN029
August 26, 2021 19:21 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBVick's Vittles Country Kitchen is well known across Albuquerque for its excellent selection of southwestern and country food. Vick's Vittles also has a conference room with 40-50 seats available for parties and special events. We also offer catering services.
Neil Roe - Peppers Grill & Bar - Roswell, NM - NMRN028
August 13, 2021 15:55 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBPeppers Grill & Bar is located in the heart of the UFO Capitol of the World in Roswell, New Mexico. Just three blocks north of the Famous International UFO Museum & Research Center. Peppers Grill & Bar features Southwestern Casual Dining with: Traditional Mexican Favorites Made to Order Salads Hand-Cut, Aged Steaks and Our Famous Baby Back Ribs As a testament to its local and regional appeal, Peppers Grill & Bar will have been in business at the same location for 30 years.
Nico Ortiz - Turtle Mountain Brewing - Rio Rancho, NM - NMRN027
August 05, 2021 17:54 - 32 minutes - 30.4 MBThe guiding principle of Turtle Mountain Brewing Company is to provide the people of Rio Rancho and surrounding communities with delicious, high-quality foods and beverages at an affordable price in a comfortable, friendly environment. Being a fan of the show “Cheers,” Nico envisioned a place where regulars and visitors alike could come in and feel like they are part of the family. Turtle Mountain’s employees are encouraged to get to know customers by name as well as background and interests...
William Stafford - Sadie's of New Mexico - Albuquerque, NM - NMRN026
August 05, 2021 17:50 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBSadie's is a New Mexican cuisine restaurant chain from the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico. They have three locations in Albuquerque, and they also sell their own New Mexico chile, salsa, jerky, and other New Mexico related products throughout the United States and Canada.
Jodie York - A Bit of Belgium - Las Cruces, NM - NMRN025
July 13, 2021 15:33 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBA Bite of Belgium opened on October 1st, 2012 with a desire to bring something unique to Las Cruces, NM – authentic and tasty Belgian cuisine at an affordable cost. A Bite of Belgium offers customers a variety of menu items, from warm Belgian waffles made with real beet sugar, to the mouth-watering “Belgian Burger” with caramelized onions and Gouda cheese on a freshly baked brioche bun. From daily baked goods and peasant-style quiche to award winning tomato basil soup, A Bite of Belgium is r...
Christian Pontiggia - Sassella - Santa Fe, NM - NMRN024
July 02, 2021 16:00 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBExecutive Chef Christian Pontiggia of Sassella hails from the namesake region and it's culture. He brings the underlying tradition of fine Italian dining into contemporary world cuisine, producing innovative dishes that are a delight to the eye as well as the palette. Chef Pontiggia is the recipient of many awards. In addition to working at two Michelin Star awarded restaurants in Europe, he has received awards for cooking and wine knowledge from the Chaine des Routisseurs. The Italian gover...
Gene Baca - Bueno Foods - Albuquerque, NM - NMRN023
June 25, 2021 15:57 - 27 minutes - 26.1 MBWith a handful of products as their focus, Bueno Foods was born, founded in 1951. So, for over half a century now, Bueno Foods has grown steadily from a small neighborhood grocery store into one of the Southwest’s premier producers of New Mexican and Mexican foods, still owned and operated by the Baca family. Consistent quality and service, customer responsiveness, innovation and hard work have resulted in Bueno’s steady upward growth and success.
Rick Camuglia - Paisano's - Albuquerque, NM - NMRN022
June 14, 2021 15:07 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn the early 1970's, Joseph Camuglia opened Paisano's Italian Restaurant. Paisano's began with a limited menu featuring pizza and hearty Italian sandwiches on freshly baked bread, but soon grew to offer a complete Italian menu specializing in traditional preparations of fresh pasta, veal, fish, poultry and beef. Everything served is created in our on-premise kitchen from scratch.
Kiko Rodriguez - Izanami - Santa Fe, NM -NMRN021
June 07, 2021 20:14 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBIzanami is an izakaya serving upscale japanese bar food. Small plates meant for sharing, creatively prepared locally-sourced meat and produce with an emphasis on seasonality, all accompanied by unique libations. Don't expect the usual. There is no nigiri sushi. No soggy tempura. Definitely none of the sickly-sweet, hot sake that has given sake such a bad rap. They are extremely selective about their purveyors and only order enough seafood and organic produce to get them through the day. Most...
Jerry Harrell - Double Eagle & Peppers Cafe - Mesilla, NM - NMRN019
June 02, 2021 15:05 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBLocally owned and operated, The Double Eagle and Pepper’s offer Southern New Mexico a dining experience as vibrant, welcoming and diverse in flavor as Old Mesilla itself. We have designed the menu around the love of exceptional wines, fresh and local ingredients and a twist on New Mexican food. From our Green Chile Cheese Wontons to New Mexico’s only Aged Steak restaurant and you cannot forget the Award Winning Margaritas, Double Eagle and Pepper’s is a must stop when you’re visiting from ar...
Jerry Harrell - Double Eagle & Peppers Cafe - Mesilla, NM - NMRN020
June 02, 2021 15:05 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBLocally owned and operated, The Double Eagle and Pepper’s offer Southern New Mexico a dining experience as vibrant, welcoming and diverse in flavor as Old Mesilla itself. We have designed the menu around the love of exceptional wines, fresh and local ingredients and a twist on New Mexican food. From our Green Chile Cheese Wontons to New Mexico’s only Aged Steak restaurant and you cannot forget the Award Winning Margaritas, Double Eagle and Pepper’s is a must stop when you’re visiting from ar...
Tom & Jerean Hutchinson - La Post de Mesilla - Mesilla, NM - NMRN019
May 24, 2021 17:28 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBFor 80 years, La Posta de Mesilla has served authentic “New Mex” cuisine in an 1840’s historic adobe building. La Posta de Mesilla features local New Mexican chile grown in the heart of the Hatch and Mesilla Valley, known for it’s world famous red and green chile. La Posta is legendary as one of the oldest and most historic Mexican Restaurants in New Mexico and throughout the United States. La Posta has embraced “Local Farm To Table” principles. As a proud member of the Mesilla Valley commun...
Sam Gerberding - Inn of the Governors & Del Charro Saloon - Santa Fe - NMRN018
May 07, 2021 17:02 - 30 minutes - 28 MBDel Charro has gained a reputation for its stimulating libations and light bar food. They take pride in keeping it simple with good food and good drinks at good prices. Del Charro is open late as well for the folks that need some grub after a long day of work, or somewhere to gather after one of Santa Fe’s cultural events. They even host the occasional birthday party, graduation celebration, or other such fun with proper planning. Inn of the Governors, an authentic southwest style hotel lo...
Fernando Olea - Sazon - Santa Fe, NM - NMRN017
April 19, 2021 22:29 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBOriginally from Mexico City, Chef Fernando Olea has been enthralling diners in Santa Fe since 1991 with his unique interpretation of contemporary and traditional Mexican dishes. Chef Olea creates sophisticated flavors using Old Mexico’s indigenous and culinary traditions alongside ingredients from around the world. His menu is deliberately small, featuring fresh and locally sourced produce and meats when possible. Nothing evokes the mystery of Mexican cuisine more than mole, a regional dish ...
Shelly Quartieri – Colfax Tavern – Cold Beer, NM - NMRN016
April 05, 2021 17:27 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBColfax Pavilion establish in 1929 served as a dance hall, bar a roller skating rink for the area is now (historic in its own way) Colfax Tavern & Diner AKA Cold Beer NM. Owners Danny & Shelly Quartieri have enjoyed serving travelers, visitors and their community since 2016. A great place to stop in for great food, cold beer and/or spirits. They have a saying around Cold Beer, NM "Where not much happens, but you better be here when it does!"
Wayne Moore – D.H. Lesombes Winery & Bistro– Multiple Locations, NM - NMRN015
March 25, 2021 21:46 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBThe 4 D.H. Lescombes locations across New Mexico include 2 winery & Bistro locations in Albuquerque and Las Cruces plus D.H. Lescombes Winery & Tasting Room in Deming, and Hervé Wine Bar in Santa Fe. They are open for wine tastings 7 days a week and have an extensive inventory of wine for bottle and case sales. All locations offer our selection of New Mexico wines that were grown, produced, and bottled by the Lescombes family. Enjoy pairing wines with delicious appetizers, soups, salads, san...
Patrick Liessman – Three Rivers Brewery Block – Farmington, NM - NMRN014
March 23, 2021 15:45 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBThree Rivers Brewery Block is the gem of historical downtown Farmington, NM. Three Rivers Eatery and Brewhouse was established in July 1997. This historic building, originally built in 1912, was called the Andrews Building and housed the Farmington Drug Store and Farmington Times-Hustler newspaper. Thanks to community support, the restaurant was expanded in July 1999, to offer more seating, kids play area, as well as a patio. The décor features a large array of beer labels and coasters. ...
Chris Zalesiak – Burger 21 & Melting Pot – Albuquerque,NM- NMRN013
March 16, 2021 15:22 - 26 minutes - 37.2 MBThe Melting Pot is a premier fondue restaurant featuring an interactive dining experience. Founded in 1975 in Maitland Florida, The Melting Pot in Albuquerque was established in 2002 by local owner Christine Zalesiak. The melting pot is renowned for offering a unique variety of cheese fondue, entrees, cooking styles and chocolate fondue plus a full bar and extensive wine list. Loyal fondue fans range in age from children to grandparents. Their mission is to provide the Perfect Night Out for ...
Michael Calhoun - Red River Brewing Company - Red River, NM - NMRN012
February 26, 2021 21:01 - 24 minutes - 23 MBRed River's first and only brewery and distillery! Come in and see them for fantastic house made beer and spirits, specialty cocktails, awesome food, and top-notch service. The best place in town. Red River Brewing Company, founded in 2018, is Red River's first and only brewery and is located in the mountains of northern New Mexico. Born out of a love of beer, RRBC's a local, family run business in the beautiful town of Red River. Locals and tourists alike flock into the new brewery to socia...
Janice Argabright - Owl Bar & Cafe - San Antonio, NM - NMRN011
February 19, 2021 21:09 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBWhen Frank Chavez came home to San Antonio, New Mexico, in 1945 after serving in the US Navy during the “Big War”, he and his wife, Dee opened a little bar in the grocery store operated by Dee’s father, JE Miera. JE had been in business since the late 1930’s serving the needs of the local folks. Soon after the Owl Bar opened, it became the hangout of a handful of so-called prospectors who had moved into the tiny community. These “prospectors” were actually atomic scientists who would later a...
Dominic Valenzuela - Tako Ten - Albuquerque, NM - NMRN010
February 11, 2021 22:24 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBDominic Valenzuela is the owner/ operator of Tako Ten. Tako Ten opened August 17th , 2020. Right in the middle of this Pandemic some would say. They offer an array of Baja California style Tacos - or TaKos like they like to spell them, some non traditional tacos , Smashed patty burgers, and some various styles of French fries. They pride ourselves on being able to cater to as many palettes , preferences , and specialty diets as possible. 90% of their menu is Gluten Free as well as off...
Mike White - High Point Grill, Rustico Italian Kitchen & Bacon Jam Diner - Albuquerque , NM NMRN009
February 08, 2021 17:53 - 22 minutes - 21.4 MBThis week's guest is Mike White. Mike is a well known name in the ABQ food scene and currently has the following projects to his credit. Chef/Owner of High Point Grill - American Gastropub serving from-scratch, chef-inspired pub food with over 30 local beer taps. Award winning burgers, mac and cheeses, appetizers and specials round out the menu. High tops and family tables available with several screens throughout for your entertainment. Chef/Owner of Rustico Italian Kitchen - Scratch-...
Tom Willis - 66 Diner - Albuquerque , NM NMRN008
February 02, 2021 20:27 - 22 minutes - 21.6 MB66 Diner is a sensory experience. Step back into the 50’s with a genuine soda fountain, bright colored booths, a working jukebox and neon accents throughout. The servers are in period attire. Tom’s sign collection both inside and outside the 66 Diner provide both nostalgia and a photo op for you and your family. What about the food? Comfort food, of course. Fresh Angus Chuck Burgers, Blue Plate Specials and Deluxe Platters like Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken, Liver and Onions and the 66 Dine...
George Gundrey - Tomasita's & Atrisco Café - ABQ & Santa Fe , NM NMRN007
January 18, 2021 18:04 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBTomasita’s is distinctly Northern New Mexican. Our recipes have been handed down for generations, and still stand as witness the melding of cultures that together once depended on the corn, chile, beans and fruit of the area. Since 1974 the Maryol/Gundry family has maintained a commitment to the recipes and ingredients of New Mexico, making Tomasita’s the local’s favorite for almost 40 years. The Atrisco Cafe & Bar is a friendly, neighborhood New Mexican restaurant. Our philosophy is simple ...
Russell Hernandez of Salud de Mesilla - Mesilla, NM NMRN006
January 18, 2021 18:00 - 24 minutes - 23.4 MBTheir story goes like this: Salud! de Mesilla is the brainchild of Russell and his partner Christopher Schaljo. Owning a restaurant, however, was Russell’s dream. It was something he had always wanted to do. All of the success they have had thus far is possible not only because of Christopher and Russell’s vision but also because of their 34 dedicated employees who are free to give input. The majority of the kitchen staff has culinary degrees and each one has an area of passion.
Laura Leal - Leal's Mexican Restaurant- Clovis NMRN005
January 12, 2021 21:08 - 19 minutes - 18.7 MBOver fifty years ago in the small town of Muleshoe, Texas, Jesse and Irma Leal opened a small tortilla factory, Leal’s Tortilla Factory. Jesse and Irma hailed from South Texas where Irma’s father owned a small neighborhood tortilla factory, El Arco Iris Tortilla Factory (Rainbow Tortilla Factory), in Mercedes, Texas, during the Great Depression. It was in her father’s tortilla factory where Irma learned the art of making auténtica flour tortillas, fresh corn tortilla chips and delicious sals...
Matt DiGregory The Range Cafe – Albuquerque NMRN004
December 21, 2020 19:27 - 22 minutes - 31.8 MBMatt DiGregory is the New Mexico Restaurant Association's 2020 Restaurateur of the Year. Waiter to bartender to pastry chef to manager to owner and operator. The road may look familiar to many successful restaurateurs. But the view, and the company kept on the journey is one of a kind—just like this year’s restaurateur of the year, Matt DiGregory of the Range Café Restaurants. Running a successful group of restaurants takes a lot of skills. You’ve got to master so many different things, ...
George and Alicia Griego - Central Grill - Albuquerque NMRN003
December 21, 2020 19:21 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBNMRA is proud to honor our 2020 Restaurant Neighbor Winner, Central Grill and Coffee, led by George and Alicia Griego. This year’s winners exemplify what it means to be a good neighbor. They open their doors and hearts to their communities. They have said that restaurant operators and employees, along with being dedicated to their jobs, are also dedicated to providing a welcoming atmosphere for their community. That “leadership with a heart” has made their restaurant an escape for many cust...
Tristin Rogers Hollow Spirits Distillery – Albuquerque NMRN002
December 21, 2020 18:44 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBNMRA is proud to honor our 2020 Chef of the Year, Tristin Rogers of Hollow Spirits Distillery. Tristin has worked in the industry for over 21 years, and says he has loved every minute of it. He started out as dishwasher and now owns and runs his own restaurant. According to him, it has been a blessing every second of the way! This chef uses his platform to do more than share amazing dishes. He uses his talents and outgoing personality to help others grow while also raising awareness for ...
Miia Hebert of Garcia’s Kitchen - Albuquerque NMRN001
December 21, 2020 18:42 - 22 minutes - 21.5 MBNMRA is proud to honor our 2020 Manager of the year, Miia Hebert of Garcia’s Kitchen. Like many of us, this year’s winner has been in the industry for years. She began her restaurant career in college as a busser at an oyster bar in Abbeville, Louisiana. Lucky for us, she eventually landed in New Mexico, working first as an Assistant Catering Manager, and then working her way up to be an integral part of Garcia’s Kitchen. She now provides expertise on all of the aspects of the restaurant’...