Santa Fe Reporter, April 24, 2024

OPINION 5

NEWS

7 DAYS, CLAYTOONZ AND THIS MODERN WORLD 6

COVER STORY 8

RESTAURANT GUIDE 2024

Meet five Santa Fe chefs who know how to dish it out; this year’s directory to eating and drinking your way through town; plus the winners of our annual Food Foto contest

ONLINE

GROWING SEEDS IN MORA

GOV. LUJAN GRISHAM TALKS TO SFR ABOUT SESSION PRIORITIES

ACLU NM QUESTIONS MAYOR’S MEDIAN BILL

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SFR PICKS 30

Santa Fe Film Festival returns, plus punk, metal and rock for all

THE CALENDAR 31

Spring has sprung and with it all the events at which you can shake a budding branch

3 QUESTIONS 34 with Santa Fe Farmers Market Institute

Executive Director Manny Encinias

MOVIES ONLINE

Reviews and bonus features CULTURE

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COVER STORY, APRIL 10: “PRACTICE RUN”

JUST A WALK IN THE PARK

Fine article on and interview with Katie Arnold. One comment—you referred to a 100-mile marathon as being super human. Not exactly. Just four regular marathons back to back. I was an Ultrarunner back East. In 13 years I completed over 50 Ultramarathons, and 25 “regular” marathons. In 1987 I came in 14th in the 100 Mile National Championship at Shea Stadium. There were only 15 finishers, most of the field, including many elite runners and record holders, dropped out. It reached 100 degrees that day in June. I finished in 21 hours, a respectable, but not super human time. Just a walk in the park. If anything, I was the grunt of my Brooklyn Ultra team. Like Katie Arnold, I let my mind carry me thru the physical challenge.

JERRY GRABEL SANTA FE

WEB, APRIL 15

“MEOW WOLF TO CUT 165 JOBS ACROSS MULTIPLE STATES”

TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

Thank you so much for that article on the Meow Wolf union. It was interesting to learn more about the inner workings of the union. I had no idea that Meow Wolf even had a union. As someone who has relatives and friends in the United Mine Workers Union, I have a great respect for what unions can do. If you have ever learned the history of the Ludlow massacre in Colorado, you can see

what unions were up against in those days and what they were trying to do for their members. I have to say though that after the disgraceful performance of the employees of Meow Wolf in Santa Fe in regards to the Matisyahu concert, simply walking off the job with no warning and crashing a concert that many of us were looking forward to in order to defame a performer based on his ethnicity, I’m having a hard time seeing the resemblance of the Meow Wolf union to many of the other noble lineages of unions that fought for the rights and lives of the union members and their families. I still believe in the value of unions, but I don’t see why modern-day union members, (e.g. Meow Wolf, Starbucks) feel like they should use their unions just to play a game of popular politics. That is not, in my experience, what unions were meant to be used for and I find little sympathy for unions that want to draw me into those kind of popular culture war politics. In addition, no one in my arena of friends or family has visited Meow Wolf since that incident, so maybe the reason Meow Wolf finds itself in poor financial straits can be laid directly at the feet of their union employees.

ELAINE STRUTHERS

SANTA FE

SFR will correct factual errors online and in print. Please let us know if we make a mistake: editor@sfreporter.com or 988-7530.

SANTA FE EAVESDROPPER LETTERS

“I don’t have any microbes on my pants.”

—over lunch at Harry’s Roadhouse

“I’ll just have another cocktail and it will look fine.”

—woman tousling her messy hair before donning a hat on Lincoln Avenue

Send your Overheard in Santa Fe tidbits to: eavesdropper@sfreporter.com

MEOW WOLF ANNOUNCES LAYOFFS, BUDGET CUTS

Turns out there’s capitalism in the multiverse too

GOV. LUJAN GRISHAM CALLS A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION STARTING JULY 18

You know: During Santa Fe’s quiet season

IT’S CRUEL ASRIGHT?USUAL,

US SUPREME COURT WILL DECIDE WHETHER BANNING HOMELESS ENCAMPMENTS CONSTITUTES “CRUEL AND UNUSUAL” PUNISHMENT

Assuming a majority of the justices can actually recognize that distinction

FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT HOSTS “FRESH START” EVENT THIS WEEKEND FOR RESIDENTS WITH OUTSTANDING BENCH WARRANTS Scofflawpalooza!

US BORDER CONTROL SEIZING CANNABIS ON NEW MEXICO BORDER

Now if they would just start smoking it

NEW SPECIAL PROSECUTOR JOINS RUST TEAM FOR BALDWIN CASE

No word yet on who will play her in the made-for-TV movie

STATE NOTIFIES MORE THAN 700 RESIDENTS THEIR CONCEALED-CARRY PERMITS

AREN’T VALID

Thus upsetting hundreds of people who like to carry guns no one can see READ

THE FOREST FOR THE TREES

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NM GOV TALKS PUBLIC SAFETY AGENDA

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham talks to SFR about her priorities for this summer’s special legislative session.

Now We’re Cooking

Meet

five Santa Fe chefs who can dish it out

BY EVAN CHANDLER, MO CHARNOT, ALEX DE VORE, ADAM FERGUSON PHOTOS BY ADAM FERGUSON

Everyone in Santa Fe has their own personal list of favorite restaurants, the ones you recommend to visiting friends or praise online or visit all the time.

Often, these lists are organized on a scale from “quick bite” to “favorite opulent fine dining experience” because—generally speaking—most diners focus on menus and value rather than the people behind the meals. We maintain it’s worth knowing who’s inventing your favorite empanada or soup; plating your Taiwanese braised pork belly; or boxing your blue crab sunomono temaki.

Thus, along with an extensive restaurant and bar directory, SFR’s annual restaurant guide also showcases notable local food pros entering their

Jordan Isaacson

prime eras. They range in scope and style: an imported chef looking to establish new twists on a known brand; a fusion fanatic embracing the coming-together of regional Asian cuisines; the man behind a popular and ever-promising lunch counter; a baker with a knack for experimentation and a new smash burger so popular you have to act fast to get one when it pops up.

Wherever you eat, remember when the food arrives at your table, a person behind the scenes put thought, time and love into its creation. Now let’s eat!

Erica Tai

After three years of working at Open Kitchen, a local catering business with specialized menus ranging from “Vietnamese Hot Pot” to “Pacific Rim meets Southwest,” Executive Chef Erica Tai and ChefOwner Hue-Chan Karels opened a new restaurant specializing in Asian cuisine in June last year: Alkemē.

Though our initial introduction to chef Jordan Isaacson last November was at downtown natural wine bar, micro-grocery and restaurant La Mama, he’s since moved to the empanada-forward Cafecito in the Baca Street Railyard, where, he says, he plans to both dial in existing dishes while conjuring up new ones.

An inaugural chef ambassador with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s Taste the Tradition program highlighting New Mexico food and agriculture, Issacson has only called New Mexico home since 2020, when the pandemic spurred him and his wife to leave Chicago for Las Cruces, where her family lives.

While there, Isaacson says, he helped open elevated-pizza restaurant Grounded, but he longed to live somewhere he could continue his love of snowboarding. Cut to just last year, and the couple moved north to Santa Fe for Isaacson’s La Mama job—not bad for a guy who’d been kicked out of business school at Montana State University some years earlier.

Today, at Cafecito, Isaacson says he doesn’t plan to mess with the dishes its patrons know and love, but diners can expect plenty of surprises—including the possible return of dinner service that phased out during the days of COVID-19. (ADV)

NAME: Jordan Isaacson

RESTAURANT: Cafecito (922 Shoofly St., (505) 310-0089; cafecitosantafe.com)

TYPE OF CUISINE: Argentinian and modern American NUMBER OF YEARS IN THE BIZ: 16

BACKGROUND: Art Institute of Chicago; Denver

A-HA MOMENT: “I grew up with a very narrow palate—I’m not from the family that cooked, but when I moved out of my parents’ house and started to try new things, I thought, ‘Woah. Food is cool.’ I was working at some chain, like Baja Fresh, years later, and I remember it clearly: I was working with my hands, making food, making people happy. I realized…it’s one of the most selfless things you can do.”

GOTTA EAT: “We’re not there yet, but we’re going to get there soon at Cafecito…I’m hoping to do deep dives into Argentinian foods, maybe even visit Argentina to learn more.”

WISH YOU’D TRY: “The empanada we’ve been running right now is mushrooms, and they’re from Full Circle Farm down in Las Cruces. They have paprika, cheese, those mushrooms, a lot of onions—they’re super good.”

Tai found her love for cooking when she entered Santa Fe Community College’s culinary arts program in 2013 and while studying nutrition at the University of New Mexico. She tells SFR her and Karels’ concept for Alkemē’s menu is based on both of their heritages.

“I’m Taiwanese, but I’ve lived in Hawaii and I’ve lived here in New Mexico for 10 or 11 years now,” Tai says. “So, our heritage means our personal background, not just, ‘I’m Taiwanese, we’re just going to do Taiwanese cuisine.’”

Alkemē’s menu blends Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Korean and Hawaiian cuisines, and includes three tasting menus themed around meat, seafood and vegan food, in addition to the regular a la carte menu.

“You don’t get this food anywhere else in Santa Fe. It’s very unique, and to be able to play on the spin of Asian food, you have to know the Asian food first. I grew up eating this kind of stuff, so I can really know the roots of it and play around with it. It’s very creative,” Tai tells SFR. “It’s not just about this, but the entire hospitality—attention to details, to the guests and also a sustainable environment for people who work here. It’s an entire ecosystem that we try to keep.” (MC)

NAME: Erica Tai

RESTAURANT: Alkemē (235 Don Gaspar Ave., (505) 982-9704; alkeme-santafe.com)

TYPE OF CUISINE: Asian cuisine with Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Korean and Hawaiian influences

NUMBER OF YEARS IN THE BIZ: 8

BACKGROUND: Santa Fe Community College Culinary Arts Program, University of New Mexico College of Education & Human Sciences

A-HA MOMENT: “There were a couple mentors that were at SFCC— they made cooking interesting, and I was lucky enough to have those mentors. Plus the colleagues who were really trying to get into this business, and who were really serious about their craft. That entire vibe really just sucked me in. These people are supportive and really trying to help guide you into this path, because you have something.”

GOTTA EAT: “We have a couple signature dishes people seem to really like. The bao buns capture the entirety of the cultures. It originated in China…but that’s also from Taiwanese culture. On the inside, we have our Taiwanese braised pork belly, housemade Vietnamese pickles and there’s also pineapple chutney, which kinda encapsulates the Hawaiian side of things. On the bottom line, it’s very delicious.”

WISH YOU’D TRY: “Even if you’re not vegan, I would totally recommend trying the vegan [tasting] menu and some of our gluten free items, like the cauliflower à la nage and the mushroom skewers with hoisin bourbon sauce—something I eat after shifts sometimes. I want to show people vegan food can also be very delicious, when sometimes you don’t even notice.”

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Jeff Ozawa

After owners Jacob Brenner and Mayme Berman moved their beloved bakery/sandwich heaven The Bread Shop across Lena Street from its original location a couple years back, Jeff Ozawa and his partner Jaimie Lewis took over the old space with Ozu, a restaurant and micro-grocery that embodies the simple and minimalistic—yet high-quality—approach to food for which Japanese cuisine is so well-known.

Ozawa grew up in southern New Jersey with a father from Osaka, Japan. Dad made a point to prepare home-cooked meals that came from the heart, Ozawa says, to pass on the cooking traditions he’d grown up alongside. This stuck with Ozawa when he left home for college, and even after, when he began exploring the depths of his Japanese heritage through food.

After school, Ozawa moved to Los Angeles, where he kicked off catering business Gorumando as well as kitchen and lifestyle brand Tenzo; the seedling for Ozu was planted. Today you’ll find Ozawa and Lewis manning the counter at Ozu and serving up blue crab handrolls, rice balls and so much more. And they’re not done by a longshot. Ozawa says they plan to expand when possible, and there might just be a beer and wine license on the horizon, or maybe expanded seating to accommodate the Ozu faithful. For now, however, it’s easy to embrace the intimate setting while enjoying your bento box. (AF)

NAME: Jeff Ozawa

RESTAURANT: Ozu (1708 Lena St., Ste 101, ozusantafe.com)

TYPE OF CUISINE: Japanese

NUMBER OF YEARS IN THE BIZ: 10

BACKGROUND: “I don’t come from a traditional cooking background. I never went to school for it; I’ve worked at a few small restaurants over the years, but it was kind of just from growing up Japanese.”

A-HA MOMENT: “I grew up cooking Japanese food, and my dad was a pretty good cook. I started bit by bit trying to pick up that simple home cooking. I became obsessed with capturing all these little secrets and details and all that…knowledge. I had a desire to capture old-era cooking and tastes.”

GOTTA EAT: “The best way to try our food is to try one of the bento boxes. It has a little bit of everything, and it has that home-cooked, handmade quality. The other thing that’s really popular is the blue crab sunomono temaki. We do these things that are really simple, but the ingredients are good, it’s good crab.”

WISH YOU’D TRY: “The one dish I feel really passionate about is the sake ochazuke. It was something that I thought no one would order, but it has become pretty popular in the colder months. It’s kind of like porridge. It’s kind of a deep cut.”

Sarah Keats

Philadelphia native Sarah Keats lived many places before moving to Santa Fe for the sun. And while she says she’s always been a food ie—noting she started scrambling her own eggs at 4 years old alongside her mother, who is a “great cook”—her introduction to the pop-up chef lifestyle began last May.

Keats never intended to go into the burger business, but when owners from Marcy Street restaurant La Mama sampled her smash burgers at a private party last year, they asked her to make some more for the restaurant’s grand opening event. Their reaction and “peer pressure,” Keats says, provided an entry into the foodservice world. Keats kicked off One Trick Pony Burger with a small griddle and only one menu item—the smash burger, no substitutions!—and has since gained a loyal following at pop-ups at El Rey Court; if you can get there before she sells out, of course.

Keats’ culinary endeavor uses 100% grass-fed beef to create an Oklahoma style smash burger with American cheese, special sauce, frizzled onions and shredded lettuce on a brioche bun. Her affinity for high quality beef relates to climate change, and Keats works with rancher Andrew Geer from Lazy BG Farms in Dilia near Moriarty—and, Keats says, she plans to add beef from more ranches as she upscales the business.

To make those upscaling dreams come true, Keats is now focused on acquiring a food trailer and hopes she can have a custom-made one ready for pop-ups this summer. For now, catch her at the High Road Fest—an all-day market and musical performance event—on the lawn at El Rey Court on May 4 for “late night burgers.” In true Santa Fe style, that means after 7 pm. (EC)

NAME: Sarah Keats

RESTAURANT: One Trick Pony Burger (@onetrickponyburger on Instagram)

TYPE OF CUISINE: American

NUMBER OF YEARS IN THE BIZ: < 1 year

BACKGROUND: Self-taught

A-HA MOMENT: “I ghost-wrote a cookbook a few years ago and in the cookbook I did a version of a burger that just really stood out and I was like, ‘OK, I’m gonna keep working on this.’”

GOTTA EAT: “My goal for the future of Pony Burger is I want to open a dive bar that has a Pony Burger pop-up, maybe twice a week in the backyard or something like that, but I don’t want to run a whole kitchen. I don’t want a whole menu. It’s always just going to be the burger. We’re going to add fries. That’s the only other thing we’re ever going to do.”

WISH YOU’D TRY: “I think the sauce is maybe what sets it apart, but it’s also the cooking style, which is a ball of meat on a hot flat-top grill. You have shaved onions that go on top and then you smash it into the super hot griddle and you get what’s called maillard caramelization and lacing around the edges. So that gets you a nice juicy-in-the-middle crispyon-the-outside feel. I’m staunchly anti-flame broiler. Flame broiling is a really great way to disrespect a piece of meat and I’m not about it.”

Kate Holland

Devoted baker and Baked & Brew co-owner Kate Holland says she thought she wanted to go the fine-dining route after wrap ping up culinary school at the Art Institute in Atlanta, but after working for restaurants like Solbar and chef Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery in Napa Valley, she realized something important: “I don’t think I’m built for the fastpaced, screaming, fire…y’know, ‘gotta get that plate out!’ kind of restaurant. I love the bakery lifestyle.”

As luck would have it, so did her fellow baker and Baked & Brew co-owner Nicole Appels, and together they opened their business in a former gas station at the corner of Cerrillos Road and Baca Street just seven months ago.

Baked & Brew has been an immediate hit, even if they close on weekends to have time for personal lives. For Holland, it’s all about the bake and the things that go with that, be it rising early, having a focus, enjoying alone time and, perhaps most importantly, the look on customers’ faces when they sample her bread.

But it’s not all bread and treats, Holland notes. Baked & Brew’s small but mighty breakfast and brunch menu has plenty to choose from, including, Holland says, “the only real grits in Santa Fe—and I’m from Georgia, so you can trust that.” It’s also the only business in town to serve coffee from Arizona’s Passport Coffee & Tea, which is, btw, delicious.

Up next? “We’re going to start opening on Saturdays in June,” Holland says, “and if I can get into an offsite space for baking? I’d like to do more bread more regularly. We’re also going to set up some outdoor seating, and we’ve got artist Simona Rael coming in to do a mural outside.”

Don’t forget, too, that Baked & Brew is home to the cruffin—a combination muffin and croissant that’s so good, they can barely keep them on the shelves. (ADV)

NAME: Kate Holland

RESTAURANT: Baked & Brew (1310 Cerrillos Road, (505) 954-1346)

TYPE OF CUISINE: Bakery

NUMBER OF YEARS IN THE BIZ: 15 years

BACKGROUND: Art Institute of Atlanta

A-HA MOMENT: “I’ve always wanted to do this. In high school, I was in culinary classes. My mom made me go to ‘real’ school first—business at Auburn University—but I knew I wanted to go to culinary school after that.”

GOTTA EAT: “I would say our breakfast sandwich. You can build it from bread and egg and meat options. And we’re building our menu because this has kind of become more of a café than just a bakery. Oh! And we’re going to add ice cream.”

WISH YOU’D TRY: “Our soups. My mom does the soups, they’re different every day—we call her the ‘soupervisor.’ I really think people should try them.”

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RESTAURANT & BAR DIRECTORY

2024

You’ll hear many conversations in Santa Fe that begin with the phrase “for a town our size,” and then fill in the blank praising our cultural offerings. But the city punches above its weight and then some when it comes to our restaurant scene. The choices for dining out in our little burg are, frankly, mind-boggling for a town of any size, anywhere. They run the gamut from taco trucks and holes-in-the-wall to James Beard Foundation-recognized fine dining institutions with eons of history. We’ve got some of the best breakfast burritos on the planet, and Santa Fe pretty much wrote the book on green chile cheeseburgers. So then, what’s a scrappy little paper with a heart of gold to do about these many fine eateries? We try to list as many as we can fit in one place so our readers have a fighting chance in visiting as many as possible. Behold: Our 2024 Restaurant Directory. Herein, find places you know and love or have yet to discover. Some might call it a veritable cornucopia of goodness, or at least an excellent launchpad for eating some truly excellent dishes. Of course, to err is human and to forgive is divine— if we missed your favorite spot, let us know at alex@sfreporter.com. We’d like to eat there, too.

—Alex De Vore, SFR Culture Editor

DOWNTOWN

35° North Coffee

Santa Fe Arcade, 60 E San Francisco St., (505) 983-6138

If you do it right, you can people-watch above Water Street with coconut oil coffees, oat milk lattes or even plain old coffee—because it’s delicious.

315 Restaurant & Wine Bar

315 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 986-9190

The French-infused house that chef Louis Moskow built also boasts an affordable bar menu for those who want the fine dining ambiance without the hit to the wallet. The wine list is no slouch, either, and the duck l‘orange is heavenly.

Agapao Coffee & Tea (The Mud Hut)

105 E Marcy St., Ste. C, (505) 699-4633

Coffee connoisseur Dave Black and his family’s downtown haunt (don’t forget about the drive-thru in Midtown) also serves up grab-n-go burritos and snacks betwixt its expertly roasted java.

AGAVE Restaurant & Lounge

Eldorado Hotel & Spa, 309 W San Francisco St., (505) 995-4530

Not only does Agave have one of the prettiest bars in town and

regular live music that doesn’t butt into the conversation, chef Antonio Sandoval’s creamy cheddar polenta, shrimp and pork chop are all can’tmiss dishes.

Alkemē Santa Fe

227 Don Gaspar Ave., (505) 982-9704

Chefs Hue-Chan Karels and Erica Tai have so impressed the food elite that Tai’s name hit the 2024 James Beard Awards semifinalist list. As for the fusion of Vietnamese, Korean and other Asian foods? You’ll have to taste them to believe them.

Amaya Restaurant

Hotel Santa Fe, 1501 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 955-7805

Hotel Santa Fe’s Amaya might be the only restaurant on the list that offers dining in a private tipi. It’s Indigenous-owned, too, and that feels good, plus there are various menus throughout the day, including for happy hour from 4-6 pm. Did we mention the tempura relleno on the dinner menu?

The Anasazi Restaurant, Bar & Lounge

Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi, 113 Washington Ave., (505) 988-3236

Anasazi not only has one of the finest wine lists in town, you’ll find spirits tastings, meals for any time and chef Andre Sattler’s next-level

menu. Did somebody say deep-fried Spanish octopus?

Ahmyo Wine Garden

652 Canyon Road, (505) 428-0090

If you’ve never sampled a wine flight in this Canyon Road hotspot’s beautiful garden, have you even lived? Expect live music, too, and a respite from your gallery-crawling on a sunny day.

Bang Bite Filling Station

510 Galisteo St., (505) 469-2345

Three words: Trailer D’Luxe burger (ham, bacon, barbecue sauce, grilled onion, cheddar and chipotle aioli). Yes, please. You’ll find this one outside the Santa Fe Brewing Co.’s downtown Brakeroom outpost most often. Tell ‘em we sent you.

The Bell Tower Bar

La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco St., (505) 982-5511

Speaking of people-watching, it might not get better than this, especially with a New Mexican wagyu beef slider and carrot juice-based Drink your Vitamins cocktail.

La Boca

72 W Marcy St., (505) 982-3433

Do you know how hard it is to find a good paella in Santa Fe? Chef James Campbell Caruso does, so he went ahead and made it for you—plus

tons of other tapas and wines.

La Boca (Taberna)

125 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 117, (505) 982-3433

All the tapas you love from chef Caruso’s original La Boca, plus fresh air and courtyard intimacy. Santa Fe old-timers might love that it’s inside the former Carlos’s Gospel Café, too.

La Boca (Bodega)

147 Lincoln Ave., (505) 982-3433

La Boca’s chef Caruso took a look around Marcy Street and thought, “I should open a lunch counter and Spanish grocery, too.” And then he did do that.

Boultawn’s Bakery

226 N Guadalupe St., (505) 983-9006

We’ve all heard the “No good bagels in Santa Fe!” cries, but Boultawn’s is here to soothe your need for boiled, crispy goodness. Side note?

Don’t begin sentences with “In New York...” It’s obnoxious.

Boxcar

133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

Boxcar’s Sylwia Handzel and Tate Mruz left the Railyard behind for this sprawling new space dedicated to killer food (try the burger, try the chicken and waffles), live music, karaoke, sports and more. It’s upstairs, but there’s totally an elevator there.

The Brakeroom

510 Galisteo St., (505) 780-8648

Santa Fe Brewing Co. owner Brian Lock sure knows how to expand a business—just look at the downtown outpost of the popular local craft brewery and think about how, if you live downtown, you don’t have to drive out to the flagship HQ on the way-way-Southside.

The Bull Ring

150 Washington Ave., Ste. 108, (505) 983-3328

Find every imaginable cut of steak— plus escargot if that’s your thing— and maybe see some of our lawmakers if the Legislature is in session.

The Burger Stand at Taos Ale House

207 W San Francisco St., (505) 989-3360

What’s to say other than they serve up tasty burgers? Oh! How about that there are like six different sauces for the fries, including those made with duck fat?

The Burrito Company

111 Washington Ave., (505) 982-4453

Of the many reasons SFR staffers miss having our offices downtown, a quick burrito from this local institution is one. Don’t sleep on the green chile cheeseburger, either.

Café Des Artistes

130 Lincoln Ave., (505) 820-2535

Find anything from barbecue ribs to beignets and banana dulce de leche gelato, plus lots more and with the convenience of being Plaza-adjacent for your day of museums.

Café Pasqual’s

121 Don Gaspar Ave., (505) 983-9340

As legendary as local eateries can get, Pasqual’s breakfast is famous and the pomegranate molasses-brushed lamb chops on the dinner menu are top-10 material, easy.

Caffe Greco

233 Canyon Road, (505) 820-7996

Oh, moussaka, how we love thee!

In fact, pretty much anything from this Greek joint is worth a nosh, from the gyros to the New Mexican food and avocado toast and, during some hours, the buy-one-get-one beer deal.

Cake’s Corner Café

227 Galisteo St., (505) 303-4880

Not only can you score a solid breakfast burrito or a strawberry caprese salad (beat it, tomato!), Cake’s hosts regular party nights with local DJs and other entertainment.

El Callejón

208 Galisteo St., (505) 983-8378

Though some of us still miss the El Paseo bar that once lived within this space, delicious tacos and mole from the El Callejón crew absolutely soften the blow.

La Casa Sena

125 E Palace Ave., (505) 988-9232

Mediterranean-inspired dishes and an abundance of live jazz offerings, plus a stellar wine shop and one of the most scenic patios in the city.

Catch Poké

101 W Marcy St., (505) 303-3653

Chef Dakota Weiss’s classic bowls here are sublime (hellllllo, leche de tigre salmon bowl), but they’re also quick, healthy and gorgeous.

Chainé Specialty Cookie Shop

33 Burro Alley, (505) 477-3235

Owner Chainé Peña has a few cookie delights from which to choose, but might be best-known for her macarons, which even come in ice cream sandwich form every so often.

Cleopatra Café Design Center, 418 Cerrillos Road, (505) 820-7381

Nothing hits quite like a good gyro, does it? If that’s not your thing, the King Tut plate has enough falafel, dolma, baba ghanoush and hummus to satisfy the hungriest herbivore. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, too—try the sheesh tewook chicken dish.

Collected Works

Bookstore & Coffee House

202 Galisteo St., (505) 988-4226

Coffee and books just plain go together, and Collected Works’ friendly staff will help you get both those things. This iconic local spot also hosts a robust reading series, with authors both local and not.

The Compound

653 Canyon Road, (505) 982-4353

Chef Mark Kiffin’s chicken schnitzel is downright historic, and that’s before we get into the salmon, the cocktails, the desserts and, well, pretty much everything. This year, the restaurant received nods on the James Beard Awards semifinalist list for outstanding restaurant and the coveted four diamond distinction from AAA.

Coyote Café & Rooftop Cantina

132 W Water St., (505) 983-1615

From elk tenderloin to Frito pies, not to mention one of the most creative cocktail lists in this or any town, Coyote deserves love if for no other reason than owner Quinn Stephenson rose from busser to owner.

Del Charro Saloon

Inn of the Governors,

101 W Alameda St., (505) 954-0320

We’ll just remind you for the bazillionth time that Del Charro has a tasty and affordable menu (the burger is particularly beloved) and that when you order a margarita, you get a shaker with the extra sips. Tequila and burger lovers, your ship has come in.

The Deli at Sassella

216 McKenzie St., (505) 954-1568

Sassella chef Christian Pontiggia

Estevan Restaurante

Hotel Chimayó, 125 Washington Ave., (505) 930-5363

Chef Estevan Garcia’s mushroom duxelle-stuffed relleno is like a dream, and the carne adobada ravioli has withstood the test of time like few dishes can. The menu only expands from there.

Evangelo’s

200 W San Francisco St. The classic watering hole: no food, no phone, no website, no cash, no Bud, no bullshit. Owner Nick Klonis does have music, though.

went the deli route during the pandy and it proved so popular that he just kept it going. Find deli stuff, of course, but of the highest and most carefully curated variety.

Desert Dogs Brewery & Cidery Taproom

112 W San Francisco St., Ste. 307, (505) 370-1046

These purveyors of local craft beers, tacos and live entertainment remodeled recently to add more space for revelers.

Downtown Subscription

376 Garcia St., (505) 983-3085

A tasty cup of coffee, light snacks and, to this day, a robust selection of magazines make this Garcia Street haunt a perfect downtown meeting spot.

The Dragon Room

406 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 983-2979

New owners Sylvia and Ira Seret (of Inn of the Five Graces) remodeled the dining room and Dragon Room bar, and it’s just plain gorgeous. The New Mexican/Cajun menu is inventive, too, with plenty for locals and visitors to love.

Dumpling Tea & Dim Sum

Plaza Galeria, 66 E San Francisco St., Ste. 10, (646) 945-5000

This one is quite simple, really, and the name says it all. Your only job is to scarf dumplings until the cows come home. Have you tried sister restaurant Dumpling Café on Sandoval Street?

La Fogata Grill

Plaza Mercado, 112 W San Francisco St., Ste. 101, (505) 983-7302

Try the Fogata torta (skirt steak, ham, cheese and chipotle mayo), go wild on fajitas and mole and, if you wish, get a cocktail served inside a literal hollowed-out pineapple.

The French Pastry Shop

La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco St., (505) 983-6697

Sweet and savory crepes—it’s simplicity itself, but the spinach crepe is incredibly tasty—plus sandwiches and a packed dessert case that’ll make you say, “OK, I can no longer ignore the Napoleon.”

Geronimo

724 Canyon Road, (505) 982-1500

Farm Shop Norte & Bar Norte

201 Washington Ave., (505) 808-1713

Enjoy all of Los Poblanos’ fresh New Mexican produce and local botanical gins without the hour (or more) drive to the Albuquerque home base.

El Farol

808 Canyon Road, (505) 983-9912

You can do dinner and a flamenco show, sure, but you might want to read up on the tapas beforehand, because there’s a lot going down at this Canyon Road mainstay.

La Fiesta Lounge

La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco St., (505) 982-5511

Country legend Bill Hearne and wagyu beef hot dogs? Oh, hell yes. And that’s only the beginning when it comes to live music and enticing menu choices.

Fiesta Oaxaca

135 W Palace Ave., Ste. 101, (505) 982-9525

Mexican rather than New Mexican, and we’d like to think that most folks in Santa Fe know the difference. If not, expect tacos and burritos with items like barbacoa (beef), al pastor (pork) and mole. They’ve got vegetarian stuff, too!

Five & Dime General Store

58 E San Francisco St., (505) 992-1800

As far as we’re concerned, this is where to find the only Frito pie you’ll ever need. Oh, we’re not saying to ignore them elsewhere, just that this is the non-pretentious all-time best.

Named after Geronimo Lopez, who built its historic adobe in the 1700s, this is that fine dining place that alllllways hits the lists for best Santa Fe eateries. The menu is constantly changing, but that just means you’ll have to visit repeatedly (if you can afford it).

Henry & the Fish

217 W San Francisco St., (505) 995-1191

Veggie options, what might be the best chocolate chip cookies in town, plus breakfast and brunch items from Joe and Kelly Garcia—the original owners of the fabled and sadly long-closed Atomic Grill.

Horno Restaurant

95 W Marcy St., (505) 303-3469

Chef David Sellers’ bonafides include Santacafé and once-revered Amavi, and his new-ish Marcy Street digs are still packing them in with high-concept items like the pork belly yakitori, teriyaki-glazed octopus and, on special days, fried chicken. Also? They have a homemade take on the Pop-Tart.

India Palace

227 Don Gaspar Ave., (505) 983-2060

Current owners Satnam Bhandal and Ram Pathak bought the restaurant together after 27 years of working there and continue to make it a locals’ fave with buffet and regular menu options.

Izmi Sushi

105 E Marcy St., (505) 424-1311

That lunchtime bento box with tempura or teriyaki salmon feels like a steal, and the sushi menu hits on favorites, specials and more.

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Johnnie’s Cash Store

420 Camino Don Miguel, (505) 982-9506

While we’ll always miss Johnnie Armijo around here, there’s something to be said for this long-running spot and its outrageously delicious (and famous) tamales.

Julia, A Spirited Restaurant and Bar

La Posada de Santa Fe, 330 E Palace Ave., (505) 954-9670

If you somehow hadn’t heard that this bar and restaurant is home to the ghost of Julia Staab, well, maybe you’re not as Santa Fe as you thought you were. The bar is as cozy as it gets, and the green chile pork belly mac and cheese is top-notch.

The Kitchen + Bar

Drury Plaza Hotel, 828 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 424-2175

Handcrafted cocktails with classic bar fare replete with a vacation vibe in the only hotel we can think of that sits on the site of a former hospital. We hear that, like La Posada, Drury can claim some ghostly action, too.

Low ‘n Slow featuring Hawt Pizza

Hotel Chimayó, 125 Washington Ave., (505) 216-1066

We take our lowriders in Santa Fe seriously, as you can tell by this bar’s loving tribute to the storied cars; and anecdotal evidence suggests Hawt makes some of the best pizza in local history.

Luminaria Restaurant & Patio

Inn and Spa at Loretto, 211 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 984-7915

Anywhere offering a Three Sisters fritter knows what’s up, and don’t forget to check out that miraculous staircase next door while you’re there.

Mac Santa Fe

115 E Water St., (505) 984-8484

What once was Macalicious became Theo Gio’s and, now, Mac Santa Fe. If you like mac and cheese, you’re going to love this place, from the classic types to flights with fancier options.

La Mama

225 E Marcy St., (505) 780-5626

Coffee, brunch, lunch and a lovely sit-down dinner, plus a specialty market and plenty of natural wines. Chef Jordan Isaacson’s sous vide Kurobuta pork is also quite possibly one of the best dishes in town—perhaps in the top five, even.

The Matador

116 W Water St.

Follow the dulcet tones of punk rock down the stairs to one of Santa Fe’s most beloved dive bars. They pour ‘em strong here, so make sure to pace yourself.

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant

31 Burro Alley, (505) 992-0304

Near-daily live music offerings from pianist Charles Tichenor, a homey atmosphere and $15 mole? If you haven’t already stopped by on your way down the alley, you owe Magueyes a visit. The chips come warm, too!

Market Steer Steakhouse

213 Washington Ave., (505) 992-6354

Owner/chef Kathleen Crook and her crew moved out of the restaurant’s original location inside Hotel St. Francis in late March, so here’s hoping they’ll have started serving up steaks and more inside their new digs on Washington Avenue by the time you read this.

Mille

451 W Alameda St., (505) 930-5492

In the market for a new breakfast date spot (platonic or romantic)?

Try Mille’s brunch for two—the whole order comes served on a fancy multi-tiered stand. Find a whole case of pastries and assorted treats, too, and if you don’t try the French toast you might be crazy.

Mucho Gusto

839 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 955-8402

Tucked away behind Travel Bug and right next door to the Video Library, this Mexican and New Mexican joint has been serving up the good stuff for ages.

Museum Hill Café

710 Camino Lejo, (505) 984-8900

Owner Weldon Fulton’s mid-museum oasis is a great place to to refuel with Reubens and chile mild enough not to annihilate your guests’ unacclimated taste buds.

Oasis Ice Cream Shop and Paleteria

Design Center, 418 Cerrillos Road, Unit 5, (505) 365-2073

Man, we are so down for anywhere serving elote in a cup and paletas on this side of Siler—and between us, Oasis also offers hot Cheetos con queso and a milkshake with an entire churro for a garnish.

Osteria d’Assisi

58 S Federal Place, (505) 986-5858

We recommend going with a larger group and each ordering a different pasta dish to try. The options here are overwhelming and delicious, as is the ever-so-fresh bread for the table.

Palacio Café

209 E Palace Ave., (505) 989-3505

Damian and Maria Muñoz offer up Boar’s Head-fueled deli items that New York transplants are bound to crave alongside the chile-centric classics a born-and-raised local needs.

The Pantry Rio

229 Galisteo St., (505) 989-1919

Sign us up for any steak and enchilada combo plate with beef sourced from Indigenous ranches. Also, we haven’t tried them ourselves, but the mini chimichangas (minichangas?) sound irresistible.

The Pink Adobe

406 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 983-7712

Those new owners (the previously mentioned Serets, of the Dragon

Room) will likely make some changes to the existing menu, but we’re sure some of those quintessential Louisiana-meets-New Mexico favorites will stick around.

Pizza Centro

Design Center, 418 Cerrillos Road, (505) 988-8825

The Hell’s Kitchen (sausage, fried eggplant, green chile, jalapeño, red pepper, feta and whole milk mozzarella) is the best specialty pie at this pizza haven.

Plaza Café

54 Lincoln Ave., (505) 982-1664

It’s not just a restaurant—if you grew up in Santa Fe, you’ve probably consumed enough Plaza Café food for it to be a permanent part of your epigenetic makeup by now. Before we get all emotional, though, let us say: blue corn breakfast enchiladas.

Palace Prime Santa Fe

142 W Palace Ave., (505) 919-9935

Steak and seafood of the highest caliber from chef Doug Hesselgesser, plus cocktails, mocktails and wine in one of the more historic settings in the city.

Paxton’s Taproom

109 N Guadalupe St., (505) 982-1290

Thirty local beers on tap, plus some memorable cocktails. Also? Il Vicino shares the parking lot, so if you’re craving a pizza pie but want a stellar beer selection, head to Paxton’s!

La Plazuela Restaurant

La Fonda on the Plaza, 100 E San Francisco St., (505) 995-2334

If you’re choosing La Plazuela instead of one of the other aforementioned La Fonda offerings, you’re probably gonna want to go for one of the chef’s specialties. Try the huitlacoche.

Pranzo

Italian Grill

321 Johnson St., (505) 984-2645

The former Sanbusco staple resurrected by chef Steven Lemon won over our hearts with dishes like the paglia e fieno (with olive oil, garlic, peas, prosciutto di Parma and parmesan cream) and some of the tastiest pizzas in town.

Remix Audio Bar

101 W Marcy St., Ste. 201, (505) 803-7949

Coffee meets live DJs (and DJ workshops, too) at this second story Marcy Street treasure. Keep an eye peeled for Remix’s forthcoming nighttime spot on Guadalupe Street—Remix After Dark.

Revolution Bakery

Design Center, 418 Cerrillos Road, Unit 6, (505) 346-2669

Entirely gluten-free focaccia, pumpernickel sourdough, cardamom fig and potato dill loaves, alongside countless other leavened and unleavened offerings.

Rio Chama

414 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 955-0765

Dive into that fondue with pride, darlings—or drop by on Sunday for an atmospheric brunch. Oh, and if you want a totally bonkers steak, they’ve got that, too.

San Francisco Street Bar & Grill

50 E San Francisco St., (505) 982-2644

Back and better than ever, this Plaza institution boasts a great bar and classic pub fare with a taste of Santa Fe. Don’t leave without trying the best grilled cheese in town.

Santacafé

231 Washington Ave., (505) 984-1788

Often synonymous with the best in Santa Fe fine dining, this mainstay eatery’s menu might be a challenge to choose from, but we can vouch that the Christmas cheddar burgers are among the best thanks to chef Dale Kester’s know-how. And that’s only the beginning.

Santa Fe Oxygen & Healing Bar: Apothecary

133 W San Francisco St., (505) 986-5037

Self-described “alchemy tailored to your state of being,” the apothecary offers the kind of groovy ’70s-style health food that you might find on the menu at Alice’s Restaurant.

Sassella

225 Johnson St., (505) 982-6734

Named after a tiny town in chef Cristian Pontiggia’s native Lombardy, this extremely upscale Italian joint shines with dishes like liver ravioli and lobster risotto.

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Sazón

221 Shelby St., (505) 983-8604

Some of the most critically acclaimed upscale Mexican eats in town. Our fave is the cholula—a dish described as a “tower of chile.” Not only that, chef Fernando Olea won a Beard Award for his Southwest cheffin’ in 2022.

The Shed

113½ E Palace Ave., (505) 982-9030

Owned by the Carswell family since its Burro Alley days in the ‘50s, the traditional New Mexican recipes here are the epitome of time-tested. And while we’re normally green chile folks, the Shed red remains the real star. Don’t forget about sister joint La Choza on Alarid Street, just off the Railyard.

Sushi8

66 E San Francisco St., Ste. 21, (505) 204-0332

Hibachi, bento and specialty sushi at accessible prices. Sushi8 also has some killer family plates for the next time you need to feed a crowd of sashimi fans without losing your shirt.

The Teahouse

821 Canyon Road, (505) 992-0972

Owner Rich Freedman died unexpectedly last year, but the show goes on with one of the more robust tea selections in this or any town. Don’t forget about the almost equally numerous eggs Benedict options and coffee that’s as effective as it is tasty. Try that New England iced tea (made with roasted chicory, half and half and maple syrup) next time you find yourself strolling Canyon Road in warm weather.

TerraCotta Wine Bistro

304 Johnson St., (505) 989-1166

One of the most carefully curated wine menus in town around alongside numerous entree options including flounder Francaise, crawfish cakes and good old-fashioned fish & chips.

Thai on Canyon

802 Canyon Road, (505) 365-9869

With most dishes—from Thai tapas to soups and noodles—coming in at under $20, this Canyon Road bastion is a dream for locals who sometimes want to hit Santa Fe’s most gallery-heavy thoroughfare.

Thunderbird Bar & Grill

50 Lincoln Ave., (505) 490-6550

Famed for the Plaza views from its

ever-elusive balcony seats, T-bird keeps its seemingly endless crowds well-stocked with New Mexican-infused diner specialties.

Tia Sophia’s

210 W San Francisco St., (505) 983-9880

The mythology is almost as rich and delectable as the food, and if you believe the rumors, we have Tia’s to thank for the invention of the breakfast burrito.

Tonic

103 E Water St., (505) 982-1189

With its inventive cocktail offerings (try the Dune -inspired San of Arrakin with Welsh whiskey, blood orange coulis and a spice melange) and curated art deco interior, Tonic feels like what might have been if the roaring ‘20s weren’t plagued by prohibition.

Travel Bug Coffee Shop

839 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 992-0418

Not only does this locally beloved spot offer maps of all the hiking trails (near and far) you could ever wish to walk, its long-established café menu and beer offerings make it unmissable for the hungry and well-traveled. We know it’s simplicity itself, but the ham and cheese panini is a delight.

Tres Colores

101 W Marcy St., (505) 490-0296

Specializing in Southern Mexican cuisine, Tres Colores offers all the chile-laden staples you expect in New Mexico alongside fish tacos, mole enchiladas, chilaquiles and other such options you’re unlikely to find at restaurants with menus that hew closer to home.

Tumbleroot Pottery Pub

135 W Palace Ave., Ste. 100, (505) 982-4711

Angela and Jason Kirkman, the couple behind Paseo Pottery and Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery, combined forces for a new watering hole where you can drink your local craft brews out of mugs you make. We may not personally have the hand-eye coordination to

manage that while drinking, but we admire all those who do. Find live music, too!

Upper Crust Pizza

329 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 982-0000

The top echelon of downtown pizza can be eaten on the premises or delivered to much of Santa Fe. Make sure green chile is among your chosen toppings and note the unique crust flavor and unexpectedly fresh and delicious salads.

Vara Vinoteca

329 W San Francisco St., (505) 898-6280

Sure, the focus here is on Iberian wines, but don’t sleep on those tapas. We hear the truffle popcorn is delicious.

Il Vicino

321 W San Francisco St., (505) 986-8700

Upscale pizza offerings at prices that (for the blocks-from-the-Plaza location) are surprisingly doable. A truffle cream-centric pie for less than $14? Seriously refreshing. Pro tip? Ask if they’ll make the no-longer-on-the-menu di bosco sandwich with mushrooms, spinach and mozz.

Yin Yang Chinese Restaurant Design Center, 418 Cerrillos Road, (505) 986-9279

The lunch buffet is back, baby, alongside Chinese staples and easily the best egg foo young in town. Rest in power, original owner King Chen, who died in 2021—his family continues to take excellent care of the popular eatery.

Zeng Chinese Restaurant

311 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 396-0310

Santa Fe’s newest Chinese spot comes to us from the fine folks behind Dumpling Tea & Dim Sum and Dumpling Café, both of which are insanely popular with locals.

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CHOMP Food Hall, 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B101, (505)-660-7052

Owners DJ Sugar and Scott Blevins from the popular Eldorado-based food truck The Brunch Box Blue are set to open a stall at the CHOMP food hall “very soon.” Many will likely miss the truck, but the new spot’s Southwestern brunch fare with a hint of Southern comfort should soften the blow.

Andiamo!

322 Garfield St., (505) 995-9595

Andiamo’s penne with house-made lamb sausage will have you thanking the heavens for the local sheep that make it possible while enjoying a slower pace than the hustle and bustle of the nearby Railyard.

As Above So Below Distillery

545 Camino de la Familia, (505) 916-8596

Formerly Altar Spirits, As Above So Below still boasts the same spirits (including its Ritual gin and Sigil vodka) labeled with a kick of Crowley and multiple green velvet couches of which we’re deeply envious.

Atrisco Café & Bar

DeVargas Center, 193 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 983-7401

If you have yet to crack the code of reliably nabbing a Tomasita’s table, check out the stuffed sopaipillas at its sister restaurant. Why Atrisco isn’t a more regular part of our fair city’s green chile cheeseburger arguments remains a mystery.

Bakery Feliz

130 N Guadalupe St., (505) 428-9596

A new bakery has taken over the old Wild Leaven location (which relocated to CHOMP), of-

fering decadent-looking cakes and an assortment of tempting cookies and bars.

Bottega del Vino

CHOMP Food Hall, 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B101, (505) 772-0946

Tucked inside CHOMP is the Italian wine bar of your dreams. Grab a slice of Oshia’s Pizza while you’re there, pick out a bottle of Vietti and pretend you’re in Umbria.

Bumble Bee’s Baja Grill

301 Jefferson St., (505) 820-2862

Don’t think of it as “the world’s slowest drive-thru,” think of it as an opportunity to meditate on the satisfyingly crispy skin on that whole roast chicken. Or, go simple with a handheld burrito stuffed with some of the best guac around.

Café Catron

420 Catron St., (505) 982-8900

The Vanderhider family has transformed the former New York Deli (or Bagelmania, depending on how long you’ve been around) into quite the breakfast and brunch stop. Find familiar items from the old days (eggs Benedict, omelets, a great burger) plus lots of new surprises, specials and a totally revamped dining room.

Casa Chimayó

409 W Water St., (505) 428-0391

Take a hint from the name and try one of the Chimayó chile-based mole dishes. Those deliciously smoky peppers grown just north of the city are famous for a reason.

Capital Coal Neighborhood Eatery

326 S Guadalupe St., (505) 772-0192

Picture this: A glut of micro-concepts from poké queen Dakota Weiss and her biz/life partner Rich Becker. We’re talkin’ French dips, hot fried chicken, Korean fusion, big salads and, among other things, cake in a jar so good you’ll risk the cavities time and time again.

Chile Line Brewery

204 N Guadalupe St., (505) 982-8474

In the increasingly popular tradition of breweries and pizzerias—in this case, Lino’s Trattoria and Pizzeria next door—pairing up, Chile Line lets you enjoy appropriately spicy pies alongside drinks like the Pinche Guey IPA. Puro Santa, baby.

The ChocolateSmith

851A Cerrillos Road, (505) 473-2111

Whoo’s Donuts’ sister establish-

ment purveys all the cacao-infused sweetness you crave while cutting out the dough middleman.

Chopstix Oriental Food

238 N Guadalupe St., (505) 820-2126

The patron saint of all those in need of an affordable and MSG-free treat. We maintain the Mongolian beef has therapeutic properties. Chances are you’re getting lemon chicken in that order, too, whether or not you ask for it.

La Choza

905 Alarid St., (505) 982-0909

We’ve been saying La Choza has the best pinto beans in town since we were pinto bean-sized ourselves, and we’re not stopping now. The crowds may have grown in recent years, but so has the scope of the restaurant itself—and the New Mexican food is just as authentic as ever. Don’t forget the margaritas.

The Closet Bar at Jean Cocteau Cinema

418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

You probably already know and love the Jean Cocteau’s famous popcorn (it’s real butter, y’all, not that orange movie theater stuff), but if you haven’t been by recently, you need to check out the build-your-own charcuterie plates and movie-themed mixed drinks. Go try The Projectionist and thank us later. Need another reason to visit? George RR Martin owns the dang place.

Cowgirl BBQ

319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

This place has Americana down to a science, from the vintage rodeo photos on the walls to the famous butternut squash casserole and near-endless rotation of live music. People love the barbecue. And can a newspaper mention the ice cream baked potato too many times? The answer is no.

CrashMurderBusiness

312 Montezuma Ave., cmbcoffeeshop.com

You know you’re in for a wild ride when edible glitter isn’t even the most memorable part of a coffee shop’s presentation. Check out those specialty drinks: the Maelstrom of Axolotls (liquid marine collagen, apple cider vinegar, ginger, lemon, aloe-soaked chia seeds and sparkling water)? The Cabinet of Yaks (Lapsang souchong tea, sweet milk, grass-fed ghee, pure maple syrup, apricot and vanilla bitters)? Oowee.

Crepas-oh!

500 Market St., (505) 603-8323

Offering the same delicious crepes as the original Southside location, only now conveniently located in the Railyard and with some great smoothies and grab-ngo options. Get the key lime crepe or the crepe-rese burger. Do it. Do it now. Do it right now.

Dinner for Two

106 N Guadalupe St., (505) 820-2075

Between the gorgeous patio and the supremely juicy veal picatta, DFT is nailing the upscale dinner date game. Plus they flambé the two-person bananas Foster at the table, which could be an interesting bonus if your guest has a thing for fire. DFT hosts DJs, too, in warmer months.

Dolina

402 N Guadalupe St., (505) 982-9394

You’ve probably heard more than enough folks rave about the Eastern European pastries on offer here, but have you gotten down with that Hungarian goulash yet? If not, get on that. If so, move on to the borscht then thank your lucky stars for owner Annamaria Brezna’s most excellent spot.

Dumpling Cafe

500 Sandoval St., (505) 780-5890

Praise the heavens, the owners of Dumpling Tea have brought us another spot to worship at the altar of the traditional soup dumpling—and we hear this new location specifically has locals in mind, vegetarians included.

Esquina Pizza

403 S Guadalupe St., (505) 303-3034

The folks behind Paloma have expanded into the corner spot next door (thus the name), birthing one of the nicer pizza joints in town. Is it pricey? A little. Is it worth it? Big time.

Iconik Coffee Roasters (Lupe)

314 S Guadalupe St., (505) 428-0996

That not-too-sweet Iconik chai is unbeatable—and we can’t get enough of the cobblestone patio out back. It’s basically hangout heaven.

Lino’s Trattoria and Pizzeria

204 N Guadalupe St., Ste. B, (505) 982-8474

Not only does Lino’s benefit from the presence of Chile Line Brewery right next door, it also boasts a mean Frank Sinatra pasta (think fettuccini Alfredo, but with mushrooms and artichoke hearts added) and a robust lineup of open mic oppor-

Nath’s Inspired Khmer Cuisine

Jinja Bar & Bistro

510 N Guadalupe St., (505) 982-4321

All the umbrella-bedecked drinks you can imagine, alongside Pacific Islands-themed posters and insanely good lettuce wraps. The Asian fusion menu is huge, so this might take a few visits.

Joseph’s Culinary Pub

428 Agua Fría St., (505) 982-1272

An experimental haven stuffed inside a traditional steakhouse. Sure, you can get duck fat French fries and a mean pork chop, but why not walk on the wild side with the confit pad thai? Wrap it up with the kind of butterscotch pudding Mom used to make.

Kohnami

313 S Guadalupe St., (505) 984-2002

An impressively expansive menu ranging from sashimi to sukiyaki— plus traditional Japanese floor seating that makes you feel like you’ve temporarily stepped out of the Southwest—this Guadalupe mainstay is newly renovated and firing on all cylinders.

La Lecheria

500 Market St., Ste. 110, (505) 428-0077

Chef Joel Coleman might collab with places like As Above, So Below Distillery and BODY of Santa Fe, but with specialty ice cream flavors like butterscotch miso, red chile honey and sweet corn popping off alongside classic faves, you’re gonna need a flight (four mini scoops) to get the full experience.

Oshias

CHOMP Food Hall, 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B101, (505) 699-7982

Serving up classic brick oven pies late (for Santa Fe, anyway). So for the late-night pizza cravings, this is the place to go. They also offer gluten-free options and, as of recently, a house-made hummus with an itty-bitty spice kick.

Paloma

401 S Guadalupe St., (505) 467-8624

Whatever you pick from the Nixtamal section, make sure you get some fried Brussels sprouts to share. And while you’re feeling grateful for chef Nathan Mayes, check out all the gorgeous folk art, tables from Stark Raven Fabrication and the killer cocktail menu.

Paradise Boba Tea

CHOMP Food Hall, 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B101, (505) 699-5974

Chef Nath is best known for her upscale Cambodian catering, but her CHOMP spot ensures that your tea leaves salad, turmeric noodles and tom yum cravings won’t go unfulfilled.

New Mexico Hard Cider Taproom

505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. A, (505) 231-0632

Don’t let the cider-centric name distract you completely from the food offerings. The Bosque lager-cooked pork on its pork sandwich is glorious, and you’ll even find rotating artworks from locals on the walls and a Street Fighter II arcade cabinet.

Nuckolls Brewing

1611 Alcaldesa St., nuckollsbrewing.com

Nuckolls Brewing has renovated the historic Nuckolls building in the Railyard, filling it with an abundance of craft beers on tap. The sustainable beer garden is a great addition and the perfect place to enjoy a brew, and we hear it’ll start serving pizza soon. The burger is GOATed, too.

Ohori’s (Luna)

505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B103 (505) 982-9692

On behalf of multiple coworkers and predecessors, we should take this opportunity to thank Ohori’s for keeping the SFR staff so well caffeinated all these years. Where would we be without these brilliantly roasted beans?

DeVargas Center, 199 D Paseo de Peralta, (505) 930-5924

If the increased presence of boba in this part of town alone isn’t enough to hook you, this spot names its milk teas after anime characters.

Picnic NM Cheese and Charcuterie

CHOMP Food Hall, 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B101, (802) 595-2251

Every well functioning town and city needs a quality cheese shop. Picnic NM not only has a great selection of cheese, but offers a full menu with some beautiful cheese and charcuterie boards, and the selection seems to be growing. They even supply the charcuterie for the train adventures from Sky Railway.

Pizza Etc.

DeVargas Center, 552 N Guadalupe St., (505) 986-1500

Listen, if we could grab you by the collar and shake you on this one, we would. Don’t underestimate Pizza Etc. and its ever-ready pepperoni, sausage and green chile slices—all made with the freshest and often locally sourced ingredients.

Remix After Dark

222 N Guadalupe St., rmxaudiobar.com

Santa Feans of a certain age will likely remember this as the former location of Fire & Hops, but well before that, it was coffeeshop Dana’s After Dark. Now, the Remix Audio Bar folks have taken over with a similar late-night ethos for coffee-heads. We’re not sure of an open date just yet, but it’s in the works.

JOGODFREY

La Choza

Restoration Pizza

1607 Alcaldesa St., Ste. B, (505) 557-6672

We’re all about the New Mexico-themed offerings at this new Bosque Brewing offshoot. The piñon nuts on that Roadrunner pie? Yes. You can also choose to forego the traditional red sauce for an herby olive oil base that is, frankly, to die for.

Roots and Leaves Casa de Kava

301 N Guadalupe St., (720) 804-9379

If you’re over 18 and looking for a different kind of buzz, Casa de Kava will let you try the Pacific Islands specialty while enjoying some of the edgiest drag acts in town.

Sabor Peruano

DeVargas Center, 163 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 577-5096

If you like foods stuffed with other foods, try Sabor’s stuffed potatoes, tomatoes and avocados. And while you’re at it, get a chicha morada for the side—the bright purple corn and pineapple drink is too beautiful to pass up.

Santa Fe Barbeque

CHOMP Food Hall, 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B101, (505) 772-0946

Classic Southern barbecue with a New Mexican twist, and yet another reason to visit Santa Fe’s ever-improving food hall.

Santa Fe Bees Restaurant

235 N Guadalupe St., (505) 954-1008

One of Santa Fe’s newest eateries, serving New Mexican, Mexican and authentic Salvadoran cuisines. Go for the supreme burrito and blue flautas, and don’t skimp on the crema salvadoreña or, when the mood strikes, an excellent burger.

Dr. Field Goods

DeVargas Center, 187 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-3033

Oh yes, chef Josh Gerwin has taken over the Santa Fe Bar & Grill, and he’s updated the menu to match. Sure, you’ll still find OG faves here like the green chile-loaded Santa Fe meatloaf, but it’s also now home to Field Goods classics like the Greekstyle calamari and specialty Cubano. And don’t forget the butchery, either.

Second Street Brewery (Railyard)

1607 Paseo de Peralta, Ste. 10, (505) 989-3278

Second Street’s presence has a lot to do with the hangout vibe of

the Railyard, and though perennial faves like the stuffed Alien Burger and fish & chips always deliver, find specials, one-offs, themed events and, of course, plenty of those popular local suds.

Shake Foundation

631 Cerrillos Road, (505) 988-8992

Green chile cheeseburgers furreal. Plus, instead of milkshakes, they’re dubbed Adobe Mud Shakes here— try one with lavender ice cream and shoestring fries for al fresco dipping.

Sky Coffee

1609 Alcaldesa St., skysantafe.com

The abundant natural lighting and bakery tarts make this a particularly good early-morning stop, but the ability to add Kakawa chocolate to your coffee is really boss. Take to the patio in warmer months—it’s gorgeous.

Social Kitchen & Bar

Sage Inn, 725 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-5952

Self-described “South by Southwest” comfort food classics, with an emphasis on live trivia nights and oversized cocktails.

Tomasita’s

500 S Guadalupe St., (505) 983-5721

On the list of legendary local haunts, surely Tomasita’s deserves a spot near the top. Eat all the New Mexican you can handle or belly up to the full bar—that means margaritas—and don’t forget about the Randy Travis Plate, a dish with two porkchops named for the country musician.

Violet Crown Cinema

1606 Alcaldesa St., (505) 216-5678

Who knew a movie theater could serve up food so good?

We cannot recommend the chicken flautas with red chile enough, but choose also from dishes like pizza, Frito pie and a damn fine veggie burger.

Wild Leaven Bakery

CHOMP Food Hall, 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B101, wildleavenbakery.com

Originally a Taos joint, Santa Fe fi

nally has a place to enjoy Andre and Jessica Kempton’s pecan chile bars and specialty sourdough without heading for the hills.

Whole Hog Café

320 S Guadalupe St., (505) 474-3375

With so many barbecue sauce options to choose from, we highly recommend you make yourself a little flight of dipping options to alternate. And come on, that Volcano sauce they only serve at the counter is just daring you to taste it.

Whoo’s Donuts

851 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B, (505) 629-1678

If you haven’t already tried the most New Mexican donuts in town, get thee to a green chile apple fritter immediately. Maybe grab a red chile bacon toffee too and alternate bites for a kind of Christmas effect? And don’t forget the blue corn blueberry lavender option. Never forget it.

Zacatlán Restaurant

317 Aztec St., (505) 780-5174

Chef Eduardo Rodriguez has somehow created an eatery with affordable brunch and fine dining dinner. Think about the chicken and waffles brunch plate for earlier in the day, then try the pork belly carnitas with a strawberry tamal for dinner—or, sometimes, oysters. Rodriguez is up for a James Beard Award this year, too.

WEST ALAMEDA/AGUA FRÍA

The Betterday Coffee Shop

Solana Center, 905 W Alameda St., (505) 780-5638

As much as we love the breakfastburrito-in-a-jar option, we have to take this opportunity to shout-out the rare and marvelous appearance of a fried green tomato sandwich on a Santa Fe menu. We can also attest to the quality of the iced black coffee and others from Portland’s Stumptown Coffee Roasters.

Escondido

1101 Paseo Corazón, (505) 372-0535

Mexican fusion from a variety of northern regions courtesy of chef Fernando Ruiz. Escondido might still be under construction by the time you read this, but believe us when we say you’ll want to stay tuned via escondidosf.com.

Masa Sushi

Solana Center, 927 W Alameda St., (505) 982-3334

An extensive and New Mexico-inspired sushi menu shines alongside abundant and unpretentious noodle and bento options.

La Montañita Co-op

Solana Center, 913 W Alameda St., (505) 984-2852

Organic groceries, some of the best produce in town, a locally sourced deli counter and take-out lunch options—with plenty of treats on hand for after you eat your sandwich.

Pho Kim

Solana Center, 919 W Alameda St., (505) 820-6777

That was a scary moment there when it seemed like Pho Kim might be closed, but they’re back to serving and better than ever. Check out that beef noodle soup with rare steak and/or delight in a pork bánh mì.

Piccolino

2890 Agua Fría St., (505) 471-1480

Any Italian food fan will tell you this could very well be Santa Fe’s finest spot for pastas, pizzas, salads and more. Dig the red checkered tablecloths, too, and the family vibe.

Ras Rody’s Jamaican Kitchen

1320 Agua Fría St., (505) 385-3011

A locally sourced and impressively innovative rotation of Jamaican vegan offerings that makes our heads spin. Curried jackfruit? Sweet potato pudding? Bammy bread?! Yes, please. Devout carnivores won’t even mind.

Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery

2791 Agua Fría St., (505) 303-3808

Besides carrying a huge chunk of the local metal and punk scene on its back, Tumbleroot is deservedly famed for its local beers and a dazzling variety of fusion food truck pop-ups, and that’s before you get to the beers and spirits, even.

Tune-Up Café

1115 Hickox St., (505) 983-7060

A wide range of deli and diner-style American and New Mexican offerings rounded out by a pack of El Salvadorean specialties such as pupusas and banana leaf-wrapped tamales. We know everyone (including us) loves the carrot cake, but don’t forget about those dreamy apple pies or the bonkers tres leches cake, which is easily the best in town thanks to its healthy helping of fruit.

Valentina’s

Solana Center, 945 W Alameda St., (505) 988-7165

A homey, locals-centric family spot with the kind of smothered burritos that will satisfy even the most vicious chile cravings. We love the torta and fajita options, too, and you’ll often find mariachis wending their musical way through the seating areas.

SOUTH CAPITOL

Andale!

1006 Marquez Place, (505) 316-0612

Folks swear by the chile cheese fries and quesadillas at this truck, but if you’ve never tried one of the seven types of meat tortas with a side of fries or salad, you’re kind of blowing it.

Bo’s Authentic Thai

502 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 310-5826

The name says it all, but doesn’t tell the tale of the citizens who swear by basically the whole truck’s menu.

Zacatlán Restaurant

Bruno’s

1512 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 690-0966

You might have to stay vigilant to get this truck during its open hours, but those who remain loyal to the cause will find some of the best pizza in town.

Craft Donuts & Coffee

502 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 490-9171

If funnel cake or turtle donuts (chocolate, crushed pecans and caramel) don’t strike your fancy, this place lets you build your own— which feels like a dangerous amount of responsibility.

Chicago Dog Express

600 Cerrillos Road, (505) 984-2798

Let us challenge you to a New Mexican-off: Locals get the fully loaded green chile cheese dog por vida, que no? OK—that red chile version is nothing to scoff at, either, or just go classic with the namesake dog.

El Chile Toreado

807 Early St., (505) 500-0033

All the rumors are true: Toreado really is that good. If you don’t believe us, try the buche (pork stomach) burrito and know that pretty much everyone has the breakfast burrito on their list of favorites.

Clafoutis

333 W Cordova Road, (505) 988-1809

Besides its heavily awarded pastry case, Clafoutis is great as a group brunch or meeting spot. All those high-quality quiches lorraines and salades Nicoises will make you feel impressive while ordering, but you’ll be hard-pressed to break the $15 mark on any one dish.

Dulce Capital

1100 Don Diego Ave., (505) 989-9966

Some of the prettiest pastries in town with all the expertly frothed beverages you’d hope for in accompaniment. If you’re lucky enough to score a banana tart, well, just try it and be amazed.

Fun Noodle Bar

514 W Cordova Road, (505) 974-8801

Traditional Chinese and fusion entrees (think jalapeño chicken bumping shoulders with the Szechuan shrimp) alongside all noodle types.

Fusion Tacos Downtown

502 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 316-2583

The iconic red truck that’s soothed many a South Capitol worker’s

lunchtime stress. The birria here is deserv edly famous, and we maintain it is best consumed as part of Fusion’s iconic ramen bowl. Also incredible?

Crispy carni tas tacos.

Kakawa Chocolate House

1050 E Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-0388

Bonnie Bennett’s truffle assortments are stunning, but if you hav en’t also tried those metic ulously researched cacao elixirs, you’re missing out. In summation, chocolate rules.

Kaune’s Neighborhood Market

511 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 982-2629

Plenty of grab-and-go options, plus a killer wine selection, butchery and the only place to get certain sweet treats.

Maria’s New Mexican Kitchen

555 W Cordova Road, (505) 983-7929

One of those been-around-for-forever places with a huge margarita list, all the New Mexican classics and, as of a few weeks ago, lowered prices and extended happy hour action.

Mariscos La Playa

537 W Cordova Road, (505) 982-2790

The tostadas de ceviche and the beach scene painted on the door remind you all is well at this seafood hotspot, but you should probably get that bucket or Coronitas anyway.

Modern General

637 Cerrillos Road, (505) 930-5462

Salad spot Vinaigrette’s sister restaurant is as creative as its sibling, with more coffee options and an adorable store for homesteading accoutrements.

The New Santa Fe Baking Company

504 W Cordova Road, (505) 557-6435

We still owe Filiberto Rodriguez a massive thank you for resurrecting the Baking Company, finding a a balance between the old and new menu items and, most importantly, bringing back those fabled handheld brekkie b’s.

Sage Bakehouse

535 Cerrillos Road,

Nothing Bundt Cakes

524A W Cordova Road, (505) 230-1325

A mother/daughter team run the local iteration of this franchise bakery specializing in the beloved bundt cakes. SFR staffers ate about a million of them when they helped us feed the audience at one of our reading events last winter.

Paper Dosa

551 W Cordova Road, (505) 930-5521

The texture of that perfectly crisped paneer and peas dosa? Crepes could not compete. Don’t forget the obligatory mango lassi to accompany it, though, and remember that if everyone loves a place, there’s probably a great reason.

Pyramid Café

505 W Cordova Road, (505) 989-1378

Spanakopita, tagine, kabobs and some of the best fries in town. Pro tip? Get the key lime pie.

Radish & Rye

505 Cerrillos Road, (505) 930-5325

Chef Dru Ruebush has somehow created the perfect balance of fine dining experience without overblown nonsense. Find one of the best bourbon lists in town and refined Southern fare.

Restaurant Martín

526 Galisteo St., (505) 820-0919

Chef Martin Rios keeps on getting nominated for James Beard Awards, and the maple leaf duck breast with a cashew-celery root purée and pepper-honey duck jus might have something to do with it. Well, that and the rest of his inventive menu.

When in doubt, go for an almond croissant, then think about how many locals and restau-

rants swear by the bread that comes fresh out of this bakery

Saigon Café

501 W Cordova Road,

You know you’re in for a treat when the menu is so extensive it uses a combined letter-number system to designate different orders. We strongly support the #20B: rice vermicelli with BBQ pork.

Santa Fe BBQ

502 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 603-9051

You had us at “Texas-sized turkey legs,” and you kept us with brisket that would make a bubbe weep.

Santafamous Street Eats

502 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 269-2858

Heed the “BEET yes beet not beef” taco listing, and love on those loaded tots while you dig the street food vibe.

Saveur Bistro

204 Montezuma Ave., (505) 989-4200

Saveur’s corned beef hash isn’t just for St. Paddy’s Day, and the BLT comes on a croissant. Brilliant!

Tiny’s Restaurant & Lounge

1005 St. Francis Drive, Ste. 117, (505) 983-9817

Frequent live music events and the kind of enormous rib eye and relleno plates you’d hope for after hearing the name.

Torogoz

410 Old Santa Fe Trail, Ste. A, (505) 603-8100

Taking over the Raaga-Go space, Torogoz offers Salvadorian-Mexican grill fusion. A Salvadoran breakfast is a beautiful, delicious thing that should not be missed.

Vinaigrette

709 Don Cubero Alley, (505) 820-9205

We swear by the Omega salad (helllllo, roughage!), but the flourless chocolate cake here really steals

the show, and you simply must try the Cuban sandwich.

TRIANGLE DISTRICT/ ST. MICHAEL’S DRIVE

Annapurna’s World Vegetarian Café

1620 St. Michael’s Drive, (505) 988-9688

Ayurvedic doshas are just the beginning at this health-forward, no-meat eatery. Try the chai, too.

Anthony’s Grill

1622 St. Michael’s Drive, (505) 365-2932

Did you know you can get catfish here alongside the classic shrimp tempura and stir fry? Say hey to owner James Anthony Moore for us.

Back Road Pizza

1807 Second St., Ste. 1, (505) 955-9055

Owner Piper Kapin transformed Back Road into a mini-grocery during the pandemic while still serving up some of the most popular pies in the city. The patio is the stuff of summertime Santa Fe dreams.

Bread Shop

1703 Lena St., (505) 230-8421

It has all the artisanal loaf and pastry options you could possibly imagine, but we’re really psyched that the Bread Shop is still using those heavenly slices for sandwiches, too.

Bubble King

1722 St. Michael’s Drive, Ste. D, (858) 212-6149

Enough boba flavors to go toe-to-toe with Baskin-Robbins’ 31, alongside a stuffed rack of imported Japanese snacks.

Burrito Spot

1057 Cerrillos Road, (505) 820-0779

Listen to us very carefully. Once you’ve tried the Burrito Spot drive thru’s roughly $6 carne asada burrito, you need never be tempted by Taco Bell again. Need a quick snack?

Get the three rolled tacos with guac and cheese.

Cafecito

922 Shoofly St., (505) 310-0089

If you haven’t already given Cafecito’s lunch menu a gander, now’s the time for an empanada sampler plate with fresh-brewed maté to match. Heck, just visit to meet the robot busser. Seriously, they have a robot busser.

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Casa Bonita

1814 Second St., (505) 365-2172

The vacant Second Street building has finally been filled, and all-day breakfast is a part of the deal, along with classic New Mexican dishes, and the menu doesn’t stop there. Oh, and they’re open seven days a week, buds.

Chocolate Maven

821 W San Mateo Road, (505) 984-1980

Can’t decide between eggs Florentine, Benedict and Copenhagen? Have it all three ways with the Ménage à Trois plate—but make sure to leave room for the chocolate petit four or any of about a bazillion pastries, cookies, muffins, pies and cakes. Open only for breakfast and lunch hours.

Chow’s Asian Bistro

720 St. Michael’s Drive, Ste. Q, (505) 471-7120

You know the Chinese food drill, and, if you’re from around here, why Chow’s has remained a local’s favorite for eons.

Counter Culture Café

930 Baca St., (505) 995-1105

Home of what must be the most popular cinnamon roll in town, Counter Culture takes cards now, baby, and has quite the dedicated fanbase. Maybe it’s the killer breakfast and lunch options, or maybe it’s just because of the most excellent breakfast burrito.

Iconik Coffee Roasters (Lena)

1600 Lena St., (505) 428-0996

Santa Fe loves Iconik across its three locations—and we don’t just mean for its coffee. Grab a tasty breakfast bowl or a damn fine cookie on Lena Street (the OG, as it were).

Iconik Coffee Roasters (Red)

1366 Cerrillos Road, (505) 428-0996

Oh yes, darlings, you read that right. There’s now one more place to get your Iconik caffeine fix—and this one’s right on Cerrillos, in prime prework commute territory.

Kai Sushi

720 St. Michael’s Drive, Ste. 2M, (505) 438-7221

Try the Yam Yam specialty roll here, folks. You won’t believe how well that sweet potato makes the eel sing until you’ve tasted it for yourself.

Kakawa Chocolate House (San Mateo)

851 W San Mateo Road, (505) 930-5968

Even if you’re a downtown Kakawa

purist, this new location is worth the visit for the aromas alone. This is where the cacao magic happens, and with the door to the kitchen almost always open, the chocolate-infused air is unbeatable.

Lotus Dumpling House

1807 Second St., Ste. 35, (505) 303-3740

Can you think of anything that matches the sheer textural satisfaction of your very first bite into a well-made vegetable bun? Let us know, because we can’t get it out of our heads.

Midtown Bistro

901 W San Mateo Road, Ste. A, (505) 820-3121

While this is most definitely a dinner-friendly spot, we prefer visiting in the daytime when there’s plenty of sunshine to play off the rock garden outside. And that portobello, cream cheese and avocado sandwich is hearty enough to please even the most carnivorous palettes.

Mizu’s Boba Tea Spot

1700 St Michael’s Drive, Ste. A-118, (505) 690-7081

Even if you’re not yet a boba fan, you’re going to want to give this place your money. Mizu’s was literally started by a local 12-year-old, and it’s named after her family dog. Can’t get cuter than that.

Mucho Gourmet Sandwich Shoppe

1711 Llano St., Ste. F/G, (505) 473-7703

There are plenty of spots in town that like to skimp on their sammy offerings (we won’t name any names)—but Mucho blessedly veers in the opposite direc tion. The sandwiches inside these nostalgic brown bags always come piled tall and accompanied by chips and a free cookie. Because you deserve it.

Ohori’s Coffee Roasters

1098 ½ S St. Francis Drive (access on Pen Road), (505) 982-9692

If you’re feeling sacri legious and don’t want a classic caffeinated op tion, let yourself drift away in the warm embrace of that dandelion chicory latte.

Ouroboros Bagel

1807 Second St., Ste. 13, bagelsantafe.odoo.com

Adam Stone is no stranger to the bagel. His experience and determination has proven to pay off. Ourboros Bagel is the real deal and the closest you’ll get to a New York bagel experience. Whether choosing a Chimayó red chile bagel, an everything bagel or an olive and rosemary bagel, you won’t be disappointed.

Ozu

1708 Lena St., Ste. 101, ozusantafe.com

The kitchen supply company Tenzo opened this Japanese joint just about a year ago, and we’re still so pumped. Say hey for us when you stop by for bento or a little roll or something, and don’t forget the micro grocery options for cooking at home.

Pizzeria Espíritu

1722 St. Michael’s Drive, (505) 424-8000

The self-titled pie (with mushroom, onion, bell pepper, garlic, mozzarella, provolone and Romano) earns its namesake serious props, but don’t sleep on that Greek pie with olives, onion and feta.

Ramblin’ Café

1420 Second St., (505) 989-1272

The kind of pages-long menu that makes our indecisive asses break into a cold sweat, you can find everything from Frito pie to Philly cheesesteaks underneath the enormous and heartwarming “THANK

YOU” scrawled across Ramblin’s doorway. Get the chips and guac.

Root 66 Café

1704 Lena St., (505) 780-8249

The vegan baby challah buns here make our semitic hearts sing—and for the dog lovers among us, Root 66 also offers fresh-baked pup treats, so you and your canine companion can fully share the bakery experience.

Sagche’s Coffee House

730 St. Michael’s Drive, (505) 780-5263

Brothers Erwin and Walfre Sagche have one of the best breakfast and lunch eateries in town, and we mean that across savory and sweet crepes, a bonkers-good egg and bacon breakfast sandwich, plus Central American delights, New Mexican faves and more.

Santa Fe Bite

1616-A St. Michael’s Drive, (505) 428-0328

Shout-out to Angela Mason and Armando Rivas, who purchased the eatery from longtime owners Bonnie and John Eckre not all that long ago. Y’all have kept the burger game tight over there.

The Shack by Agapao Coffee & Tea

1650 St. Michael’s Drive, (505) 699-4633

The same roasts you’ll find downtown, but with the convenience of the drive-thru.

Sunrise Family Restaurant

1851 St. Michael’s Drive,

Why yes, that is a giant breakfast painted on that old decommissioned satellite dish. If you aren’t aiming to honor the iconic exterior with a classic Sunrise breakfast plate (eggs, chile-smothered home potatoes and melted cheese), expand your palate with a menudo bowl.

Sweetwater Harvest Kitchen

1512 Pacheco St., Bldg. B, (505) 795-7383

Tacos el Charrito

1711 Llano St., Ste. A, (505) 473-9397

We’re still not over the tragic loss of Felipe’s Taco’s, so it’s good to know Rodrigo Rodriguez is filling the old kitchen with new recipes—including parrilladas (giant platters of barbecued and/or grilled meat) and intimidatingly good horchata.

Valentina’s Dos

730 St. Michael’s Drive, (505) 416-8097

A second dose of Valentina’s is always welcome. A classic spot for Mexican, New Mexican, seafood, tortas and more. The cheesy quesadillas and stuffed sopaipillas go great with one of their house-made margaritas.

CERRILLOS ROAD CORRIDOR

Adelita’s Mexican Restaurant

3136 Cerrillos Road, (505) 474-4897

We have no idea what other place in town regularly serves nopalitos alongside its eggs, but this one’s named after La Adelita, the archetypal Mexican soldadera. You’ll get the the same revolutionary attitude in the food.

Alicia’s Tortilleria

1314 Rufina Circle, Ste. A5, (505) 438-9545

As you might imagine, the goal here is to choose a dish that will let those ohso-fresh tortillas shine through. We recommend the steak quesadillas. But don’t sleep on the chips and guac.

Baja Tacos

2621 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-8762

In addition to all the classic Mexican and New Mexican fillings, Baja also offers bean and tofu tacos for $2.95 a pop. The breakfast burrito is famous for the most excellent hash browns inside.

Baked & Brew

1310 Cerrillos Road, (505) 954-1346

Owner-bakers

Kate Holland and Nicole Appels offer up handcrafted artisanal pastries that look almost too good to eat, and the coffee’s to die for. A sandwich/soup combo also makes for the perfect lunch, but we know why you’re really there—the breakfast sandwich and/or cruffin (that’s a croissant/muffin, btw).

Given the proximity to SFR’s offices, Sweetwater has saved many a staff member from deadline-day near-starvation. Plus, the entire kitchen is now gluten-free, so your allergy-plagued friends can order in safety.

Café Castro

2811 Cerrillos Road, (505) 473-5800

The Castro family are absolute sweethearts and local legends (plus owner Alma Castro is on the dang City Council), the Guadalupe mural by Reyes Padilla always makes us smile and those perfectly executed New Mexican dishes are downright historic.

El Comal Restaurant

3571 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-3224

Man, do we get a kick out of seeing a classic eggs and bacon plate being labeled the “American breakfast” to flip the tables on the more US-centric menus around town, but the tortilla burger at El Comal might be our number one choice.

Crepas-oh!

1382 Vegas Verdes Drive, (505) 257-8775

Of course there’s a full selection of crepes and lunch options, and if you don’t try the key lime crepe, well... are you really living?

Dion’s

2014 Cerrillos Road, (505) 424-7333

If Dion’s hasn’t been designated the state’s official pizzamaker by this point, what are we even doing here? Ranch fanatics be warned, though—once you’ve got the taste for Dion’s ranch, no other dressing will suffice, at least when it comes to pizza crusts.

Dos Amigos

2428 Cerrillos Road, (505) 772-0971

Old-timers know it as the old Souper Salad, but this locally owned sports bar now offers live music and some damn good huevos divorciados.

Fritangas La Prietunga

2864 Cerrillos Road (outside Big 5 Sporting Goods), (505) 913-1558

One of the precious few Nicaraguan

spots in town, the gord itas de pancita are a treasure. And for those in an adventurous mood, La Prietunga also offers pig’s head quesadillas. Try it for the bragging rights.

High Desert Café and Bar

2810 Cerrillos Road, (505) 473-5348

Set in the sleek set ting of the The Mystic Hotel, this is a great spot to enjoy some opulent cock tails and tasty flatbreads. Visit for the Saturday brunch, or pop by at night for live music curated by local record label Mama Mañana.

India House

sant-y flaky cinnamon rolls and a daily rotation of bagel flavors alongside its tried-and-true beverages.

2501 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-2651

We have a childhood soft spot for both the lamb korma and paneer makhani, and it’s a blessing to find reliable Indian food on this side of St. Francis.

Jambo Café and Jambo Hapa Food Truck

2010 Cerrillos Road, (505) 473-1269

What can be said about beloved chef Ahmed Obo that hasn’t been said? He’s amazing. Full stop. Kenyan cuisine is the specialty at Jambo, but there’s nothing Obo can’t ace, from Caribbean oxtail stew to Moroccan lamb to cumin French fries.

Java Joe’s 1248 Siler Road, (505) 930-5763

A sure place to spot Meow Wolfers on their way to the corporate offices, Java Joe’s offers intriguingly crois-

Jesushi

2217 Cerrillos Road, (505) 204-5330

A precious and impressively fresh sushi truck whose namesake roll features shrimp tempura, avocado cream cheese, torched salmon, green onion, spicy mayo and eel sauce. All hail chef Jesus Mendoza!

Kakawa Chocolate House

1300 Rufina Circle, Ste. A-4, (505) 930-5460

Rounding out the holy trinity of Kakawa storefronts, this Rufina Taproom-adjacent joint allows you to satisfy your cacao and hops cravings within walking distance of each other.

K’ Bueno Tacos, Burritos & More

2621 Cerrillos Road, (505) 365-2076

It doesn’t get more Cerrillos Road-y

than K’ Bueno—and it’s one of the scarce few spots in town where you can still get things like tripitas and lengua tacos.

Lu Lu’s Chinese Cuisine

3011 Cerrillos Road, (505) 473-1688

The exterior might look a bit nondescript, but the bright walls and panda-covered menu awaiting you inside are as wholesome as they come.

Madame Matisse

1291 San Felipe Ave.,

You won’t believe the French onion soup, pear croissants, salmon goat cheese tarts and specialty breads at this French bakery tucked away here behind a used car shop. Even its somewhat hidden locale can’t stop the local love.

Mampuku Ramen

1965 Cerrillos Road, (505) 772-0169

The Ghibli-worthy tonkotsu bowls this side of town deserves. Don’t forget to save a little room for the quartered mochi. Add a piece of tempura green chile to anything while you’re there, because it just plain works.

Mariscos Costa Azul

2875 Cerrillos Road, (505) 473-4594

Eat the camarones agua chile straight outta the molcajete and feel truly at one with your meal.

Ortega’s Jerky

2631 Cerrillos Road, (505) 484-9726

Grab a gallon bag of smoked meats

and call it a day.

El Paisano Supermarket

3140 Cerrillos Road, Ste. D, (505) 424-9105

Stroll up to that lunch counter and order chicharrones while daydreaming you’re in Kahlo-era Mexico City. OK, or get the gorditas. Then it’s time for some shopping and, if you’re lucky, taco night with all the best stuff.

The Pantry

1820 Cerrillos Road, (505) 986-0022

Please don’t judge our Nuevomexicanismo too harshly if we tell you the chicken fried steak is still one of our favorite breakfast items here. Of course, the pancakes are some of the best in town, too, and we mustn’t forget the carne adovada breakfast burrito.

El Parasol

1833 Cerrillos Road, (505) 995-8015

El Parasol continues to top locals’ favorite taco lists, and not just because of the crunchy shells and tender shredded meats within; they do a killer vegetarian taco, too, with potatoes, guacamole and other delicious ingredients. Remember the burritos while you’re there, too.

Pho Ava Vietnamese Restaurant

2430 Cerrillos Road, (505) 557-6572

There are only two kinds of people in this world: rare steak and meatball noodle soup people and clay pot stir fry people. We’re both. And we’ll get a banh mi now and then. Actually, this whole menu is tops.

Los Potrillos

1947 Cerrillos Road, (505) 992-0550

That killer eatery has developed a devoted following for its abundant seafood-centric Mexican specialties,

El Comal Restaurant

and people of a certain age will like the whole it-used-to-be-a-’90s-Pizza-Hut vibe.

La Reina

El Rey Court, 1862 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-1931

Fine mezcal cocktails are the original name of the game at La Reina (the Ultima Palabra with maraschino liqueur is our current fave), but the El Rey Court bar has become one of the best spots in town for live music and queer nights. Say hi to bartender Heather for us if you see her.

Realburger

2641 Cerrillos Road, (505) 474-7325

Yes, you’ll most definitely adore that patty melt and the chicken fried chicken, but it’s worth an early trip to snag a breakfast burrito as well. The crinkling of those wrappers is supreme ASMR and the homey feel of the dining room is glorious.

Red Enchilada

1310 Osage Ave., (505) 820-6552

Forever on our list of places we love, find New Mexican classics and pupusas, plus some of the best red around, and quite possibly the best sopaipillas in town.

Rowley Farmhouse Ales

1405 Maclovia St., (505) 428-0719

Head brewer John Rowley is a chemist by training, which will come as no surprise once you’ve tasted his and chef Jeffrey Kaplan’s sudsy handiwork. The X-Files themed names scattered throughout the menu are just a bonus, and the neighborhood feel is fab in the spring and summer.

Second Street Brewery (Rufina Taproom)

2920 Rufina St., (505) 954-1068

Live music meets local beer, plus hits from the storied business’ multi-location menu, specials and a killer patio.

Soup Star

1372 Vegas Verdes Drive, (505) 316-5168

Soup Star’s rotating daily menu of bisques and broths (you might encounter anything from creamy curried carrot to Hungarian mushroom soup) will allow you to recreate that soup flight experience year-round.

Sopaipilla Café

2900 Cerrillos Road (in the Days Inn Motel), (505) 474-1448

Sopaipilla Café is truly New Mexican, not just in its cuisine but also

in its laid-back friendliness and namesake goodness. Yes, it’s part of a motel—don’t be a snob.

Tender Fire

1862 Cerrillos Road, in El Rey Court, tenderfirekitchen.com

There’s a reason this pop-up’s pizzas often sell out days in advance: That perfectly crunchy wood-fired margherita pie will make you see deities. Check the website for specific dates and times.

Tokyo Café

1847 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-1688

There are certain itches that only the (drive-thru accessible) hibachi beef teriyaki lunch special can scratch, but if you’re feeling fancier than that, teriyaki bacon-wrapped shrimp never hurt.

Tortilla Flats

3139 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-8685

Throw this New Mexican eatery on the list of haunts that seem more geared toward locals than tourists. We don’t have a whole lot of those around here any more.

Turquoise Teapot and Cat Café

1221 Flagman Way Ste. B5

The name says it all. Drink tea and hang out with adoptable cats from local rescue Felines and Friends. We’re glad Santa Fe caught on to this Japanese trend. Who doesn’t want to hang out with cats while sipping tea or coffee and eating pastries?

Uncle DT’s Smokehouse

3134 Rufina St., (505) 372-7605

Brisket so charming, it could only come from an Americana musician turned barbecue entrepreneur. We’re not kidding: Check out pitmaster David Thom pluckin’ his way around town as part of the High Desert Rangers.

Weck’s 2000 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-9111

It may not be the only Weck’s in the South west, but who are we to deny any huevos rancheros a seat at the table?

The Wok

2860 Cerrillos Road, (505) 424-8126

While The Wok is known for its expert handling of fried tofu in black bean sauce, we maintain you need at least one order of egg flower soup per visit for it to really count.

Yama’s Greek Rotisserie

2411 Cerrillos Road, (505) 930-5921

The restaurant’s motto is “with each bite you get a little more Greek,” by which logic we should be currently posing in the Met’s sculpture hall. Seriously though, the avgolemono soup works wonders for the common cold.

RODEO ROAD

Los Amigos

3904 Rodeo Road, (505) 438-0600

Not to be confused with Dos Amigos, the strawberry-stuffed pancakes and huevos rancheros with divinely thick-cut potato chunks are 100% not a drill, and the carne adovada is among Santa Fe’s best.

Double Dragon

3005 S St. Francis Drive, Ste. D3, (505) 989-8880

The Happy Family special (lobster, scallop, jumbo shrimp, chicken, beef and pork with scrambled egg) may not be able to legally guarantee smoother relationships with your kin, but it’s at least a worthy match to most hangriness-related conflicts.

Garbo’s Restaurant

Montecito Santa Fe, 500 Rodeo Road, (505) 428-7777

Country club-type seafood-centric dishes in a retirement community setting? Now we almost can’t wait to get old.

Java Joe’s

Rodeo Plaza, 2801 Rodeo Road, Ste. B8, (505) 474-5282

The same potent beans powering the Siler Road location—but this time with a drive-thru window.

Joe’s Dining

Rodeo Plaza, 2801 Rodeo Road, Ste. A5, (505) 471-3800

Yes, that does make two Joes in one strip mall, but this one has such a fantastic Sunday brunch and Twin Peaksstyle red/white/black midcentury decor that you won’t want to think about that coincidence for too long.

Kaffee Haus

1599 S St. Francis Drive

Hot coffee drinks without all that cumbersome getting out of the car. You’ll know you’re there when you start thinking, “Look at that adorable tiny house!” That adorable tiny house has the coffee. Got it?

Posa’s El Merendero

1514 Rodeo Road, (505) 820-7672

While those freezable tamales have saved many a homesick college student, the burritos are truly Posa’s crowning glory. Just trust us on this one: Try the chile dog burrito.

Pupuseria Y Lonchera La

3920-3924 Rodeo Road, (505) 231-8617

El Salvadoran pupusas, tacos el pastor and fried plantains, all served street foodstyle from a food truck by a sweet woman from El Salvador.

Tibet Kitchen

3003 S St. Francis Drive, (505) 982-6796

Try the momo (Tibetan dumplings available with chicken, beef or vegetable filling), but don’t underestimate the value of being able to find real blood sausage and butter tea in this neck of the woods, either.

SOUTHSIDE

Angel’s Bakery & Cafe

4350 Airport Road, Ste. 13, (505) 557-6156

Even in that enormous display case stuffed with rolled and bedrizzled goodies, Angel’s tarts are straight up unmissable, and the tres leches cake is downright divine. Hard up and can’t get to the Southside? Kaune’s grocery store sometimes has a few items from Angel’s.

Blue Corn Brewery

4056 Cerrillos Road, (505) 438-1800

A member of the Santa Fe Dining family, the former Hidden Mountain reverted to its Blue Corn Brewery name and menu. Find New Mexican fare, plus burgers, tortas and lots more. Oh! And beer. Don’t forget the beer.

Café Grazie

3530 Zafarano Drive, Ste. C-3, (505) 471-0108

We recommend you grab a partner in pasta and share some pancette con penne magic. Bene!

Capeesh Pizza Co.

4250 Cerrillos Road, capeeshpizzaco.com

Though we’ll always have that 1990s love for Sbarro in our hearts, we’re not mad about this-here pizza joint at Santa Fe Place. They’re non-GMO and offer round, square and rectangle pies.

Chapin y Mex

6417 Airport Road, (505) 467-8289

There are certain colds that only a traditional Guatemalan caldo de pata de res can cure, and Chapin y Mex is one of the few places in town offering that miraculous broth.

Churro Bar

6700 Cerrillos Road, (505) 920-4682

Seasonal churros stuffed with everything from pecan cream to vegan apple pie filling. Are we allowed to say that’s hot? It’s hot. It’s so hot.

Cleopatra Café (Southside)

3482 Zafarano Drive, (505) 474-5644

Find the divine dolmas and falafel-ly ever after you’re seeking. The fries go with everything, too, and there are numerous plates for any appetite.

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High Desert Café and Bar

La Cocina de Doña Clara

4350 Airport Road, Ste. 4, (505) 473-1081

One of the few places in town offering nopalito gorditas—which seems a little strange, given the abundance of said cactus right around our homes, but we’ll take all the nopalito we can get.

Craft Donuts & Coffee

3482 Zafarano Drive., (505) 658-6515

From humble food cart beginnings to this increasingly popular brick and mortar, Craft has expanded and Santa Fe can’t get enough of its creative donuts. Sure, they have the hits, but signature varieties like the orange creamsicle, sea salt caramel and even the iconic pink glazed with sprinkles appropriately dubbed the Homer.

Dion’s

4980 Promenade Blvd., (505) 501-6060

There’s something about the way Dion’s slices the tomatoes on that Santorini pie that’s so satisfying.

Los Dogos

3985 Cerrillos Road, (505) 455-6147

Your go-to spot for Juárez-style hot dogs, which for the uninitiated are bacon-wrapped for extra decadence. If you’re really looking to treat yourself, try the dogonachos.

Fast & Real Burritos

5741 Airport Road

Don’t let that long line of cars scare you away. It moves just as fast as the name promises and the breakfast quesadilla is more than worth the brief wait. Honestly, it’s so for real.

Flying Tortilla

4250 Cerrillos Road, (505) 424-1680

Perfectly crispy breakfast potatoes and a multitude of lunch offerings that don’t skimp on the gravy. Don’t underestimate that meatloaf and remember, eggs are always a great start to the day.

Fusion Tacos

5984 Airport Road, (505) 501-3677

Whether your delivery method of choice is chorreada, taco, quesadilla or burrito, make sure you try that deservedly prized birria. And if you can’t make it here, there’s about a dozen other locations around town, like in the next listing.

Fusion Tacos

Santa Fe Place Mall, 4250 Cerrillos Road, (505) 303-3875

We’re so happy that Fusion has

opened a brick-and-mor tar spot, and that stra tegic mall placement makes it a blessed local oasis amidst a sea of chain stores.

Horseman’s Haven

4354 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-5420

Offering New Mexican dishes “como en su casa,”

Horseman’s is best known for its blisteringly spicy green chile—which you can also buy by the quart if a single dish’s worth just isn’t enough to satisfy your need for heat.

El Milagro

3482 Zafarano Drive, Ste. C, (505) 474-2888

Roast beef burritos so good, we think they might actually have some talismanic properties. You’ve probably heard the green chile cheeseburger is iconic, too.

Monkey’s Food Truck

3300 Calle Maria Luisa, Ste. 3, (505) 670-8351

The melty strings of cheese coming off the illustrated burger on the menu aren’t editorialized. The Hawaiian and green chile cheeseburgers really are dripping with that much deliciousness.

New York Deli Southside

4056 Cerrillos Road, (505) 424-1200

Now separated from the downtown bagel joint that used to share its name, New York Deli offers the farm-fresh egg and cheese sandwiches that give us motivation to get up in the morning at prices that feel like 2013 rather than 2024.

El Paisano Supermarket

4405 Airport Road, (505) 416-5534

Stop in to the Southside’s newest full-service grocery for a quick bite at the counter to-go. Carne asada or mole or picadillo or barbacoa? And that’s just part of the burrito list. Hungry hordes will also find a long list of gorditas, tacos, tortas y más. Everything just feel bigger here.

Paleteria Oasis

4641 Airport Road, Ste. 2, (505) 780-8544

Those Nutella paletas with fresh

La Plancha Latin Grill

3470 Zafarano Drive, (505) 466-2060

Formerly based in Eldorado, La Plancha’s owners made the shrewd decision to share their pupusas and parilladas with the rest of Santa Fe, and we’re deeply grateful for that. Try the mole, too, and the singular green rice.

Plaza Café

3466 Zafarano Drive,

the creamiest frozen treats in town, and we’ve been known to demolish a churro-laden milkshake, too.

The Pantry Dos

20 White Feather Road, (505) 365-2859

So many Pantries, so little time. This Pantry outpost provides IAIA and Community College folks a much-needed opportunity to fuel their studying without straying too far from the library, and the residents nearby luck out, too.

El Parasol

298 Dinosaur Trail, (505) 995-8226

The Southside location of the famous eatery has an indoor dining space so you and your next-level tacos can take your time.

PC’s Restaurant & Lounge

4220 Airport Road, (505) 473-7164

While the downtown crowd may not yet have developed a proper appreciation for the chile-smothered offerings here, we’re old enough (and Southside enough) to sit here all like, “You fools should go to PC’s!”

Pizza Centro

3470 Zafarano Drive, Ste. D, (505) 471-6200

You’ll never have to wonder how long the calzones here waited for your arrival—they’re all custom-made to your order from the enormous list of standard and primo topping options. Stumped by what to order? Try the Alphabet City, baby.

Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q

6581 Cerrillos Road, (505) 395-4227

All the Nuevomexicano comfort of the downtown flagship, just without the parking issues. Celebrate not having to drive in circles around the restaurant with a plate of crispy avocado tacos, then check out the pie case for something sweet.

Puerto Peñasco

4681 Airport Road, Ste. 1, (505) 438-6622

The specialty here is the pescado relleno, stuffed seafood served with fries you’ll have to try to believe. But, really, the whole menu’s a banger. Seriously, though, don’t sleep on the fries.

El Queretaño

4430 Airport Road, (505) 501-5797

Fresh tortas, tostadas and tacos galore, in a section of Airport where El Queretaño stands out as an island amidst the onslaught of nationwide chain restaurants. So long, Panera!

The Ranch House

2571 Cristo’s Road, (505) 424-8900

Texas oak-smoked red chile baby back ribs bring the best of Lone Star State barbecue to New Mexico, and it’s all thanks to chef/owner Josh Baum (the same dude behind Italian eatery Rustica across the street).

Refresquería

Las Delicias

4350 Airport Road, Ste. 13, (505) 438-0280

Featuring glorious peach cobbler and a Texas brisket so specialized, you can customize your order by moisture level. And if you’re in need of an excuse for early-hours barbecue consumption, that same brisket is also available in a breakfast taco.

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

2574 Camina Entrada, (505) 780-5279

The Ranch House’s sister restaurant offers pork Milanese and housemade bucatini fit for a pope, and we’re not sure if you know it has some of the best desserts around.

Santa Fe Capitol Grill

3462 Zafarano Drive, (505) 471-6800

Offering all sorts of classic American specials along the fish and chips line, plus prime rib burritos and an entire suite of sushi and spring rolls.

If you’re feeling puro Santa, however, note the green chile bacon cheeseburger might be the most amazing thing you can eat.

Sweet Santa Fe

Fashion Outlets of Santa Fe, 8380 Cerrillos Road, (505) 428-0012

More than 25 truffle flavors create near endless combination possibilities for your own hand-designed box, including pairing a blackberry balsamic truffle with raspberry cardamom and Grand Marnier-stuffed goodies. Sweet also has a full café menu filled with sandwiches and traditional breakfast options.

Taquería Argelia

4720 Airport Road (in the Airport Road Car Wash parking lot), (505) 204-5211

We strongly recommend the torta Hawaiana, which features ham, avocado and grilled pineapple. Street (or parking lot) food forever!

Thai Café & Noodle Treats

3482 Zafarano Drive, (505) 424-1818

The only Thai restaurant in the whole state to be given the Thai Select Award three times by Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce (seriously).

If you aren’t afraid of a little spice— and we sincerely hope you aren’t, living here—try the pad kee mow.

Thank God, we finally get an opportunity to talk about chamango (aka chamoyada). We hope for your sake you’ve already enjoyed the classic combination of mango, chamoy and tajin, but blending it all up into a smoothie takes the summer treat to an indescribable new level.

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Rudy’s Country Store

Tribes Coffeehouse

3470 Zafarano Drive, Ste. A, (505) 473-3615

While we still get a little sniffly every time we drive past the old Regal and see those marquee lights off, it’s worth it for Tribes’ intimidatingly stuffed menu ranging from smoothies and specialty lattes to falafel and tostadas.

NORTH OF SANTA FE

Arroyo Vino Restaurant & Wine Shop

218 Camino La Tierra, (505) 983-2100

One need not be a wine expert to enjoy the roasted cauliflower steak and house-made stracciatella (although if you are, you’ll certainly be more than happy here).

Cottonwood Kitchen

Tesuque Casino, 7 Tesuque Road, (800)-462-2635

Known in particular for its impressively melty prime rib, Tesuque Casino’s in-house restaurant offers bar food staples, upscale meats and an abundance of holiday-specific specialty menus.

Gabriel’s

4 Banana Lane, (505) 455-7000

No matter what top-notch New Mexican food you choose for your main course, you can’t miss the opportunity to order Gabriel’s acclaimed guac and watch it get prepared right there at your table. So satisfying.

Izanami

21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, Ste. 2, (505) 982-9304

Undeniably some of the best sake in town, alongside wagyu beef ishiyaki and yuzu crème brûlée for all your non-sushi centric Japanese cuisine cravings. You’re not wrong for thinking that produce tastes especially fresh, either—a good chunk of it is grown on-site at Ten Thousand Waves.

El Nido

1577 Bishops Lodge Road, Tesuque, (505) 954-1272

If you’re looking for something delicious before the opera (or just an excuse to dress up and enjoy the heated garden), El Nido’s leg of lamb would satisfy Falstaff himself. Grab an order of fried chickpeas for the table.

NOSA

49 Rancho de San Juan, Ojo Caliente, (505) 753-0881

We had a religious experience with that date puree, but every meal here will be different— chef Graham Dodds changes NOSA’s prix fixe menu constantly to make use of the freshest produce.

Rancho de Chimayó

300 Juan Medina Road, Chimayó, (505) 351-4444

If you want your Chimayó chile done right, you’ve got to go to the source and enjoy it mere steps from the holy dirt where it’s grown. And out of all the green chile chicken enchiladas we’ve had (and trust us, we’ve had...arguably too many), chef Janet Malcom’s are our favorites.

Red Sage

Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino, 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, Pojoaque, (505) 819-2056

The New Zealand lamb chop will be there to comfort you when Lady Luck turns the other way and, if you’re winning, why not splurge on any number of upscale dishes?

Sopaipilla Factory

7 W Gutierrez, Pojoaque, (505) 455-2855

Don’t get fooled by the industrial name—this Pojoaque staple boasts a giant outdoor dining space, heavily smothered everything and frequent performances from comedian Carlos Medina (which makes any meal at least twice as enjoyable).

Terra Restaurant

Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, 198 Hwy. 592, (505) 946-5800

You might have come here for the views, but pastry chef Rebecca Freeman’s prickly pear limoncello-drenched boozy churros will quickly snap your attention back onto the plate.

Tesuque Village Market

138 Tesuque Village Road, Tesuque, (505) 988-8848

Behind those gorgeous murals lie the wood-fired pizza and green chile

short ribs or, for vegetarians, roasted cauliflower florets.

Café Fina

624 Old Las Vegas Hwy., (505) 466-3886

Chef Murphy

O’Brien is an absolute wizard when it comes to pancakes, burgers and so much more. These days he’s also helping out at the Legal Tender in Lamy, but Café Fina might have the best strawberry rhubarb pie of all time.

The Coffee Corral

cheese bread that keep even the most drive-averse city folk heading north on the regular. Hear and believe us, too, that TVM has the best key lime pie in the biz, plus a full bar and the sort of roadside outdoor dining area where bikers and hikers can mingle in the sunshine.

SOUTH OF SANTA FE

Beer Creek Brewing Co.

3810 Hwy. 14, (505) 471-9271

Keeping the Turquoise Trail crowd well-stocked in beer and pizza inside a dining room so Western it has appeared in multiple TV shows and movies. Yeah, you heard us—pizza. Great pizza.

The Bourbon Grill

104 Old Las Vegas Hwy., (505) 984-8000

One of the few places in town offering deep-fried avocado, a concept we find sinfully attractive. Don’t forget about the coffee options from Wolf & Mermaid during the day.

Black Bird Saloon

28 Main Street, Cerrillos, (505) 438-1821

Indulge in your most spur-filled fantasy while ordering rattlesnake and rabbit sausage.

Blue Heron Restaurant

Ojo Santa Fe, 242 Los Pinos Road, (877) 977-8212

Half the tables have a great view of the lake, and the chipotle honey salmon sounds like a dream. Of course, there’s always the buffalo

many incarnations, but Café Fina’s chef Murphy O’Brien is in the mix now, so...fingers crossed.

The Mine Shaft Tavern

2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 473-0743

The impressive live music lineup is worth the journey alone, and if you’re a brave soul, go for the mad chile burger. Honestly? There’s a reason even non-Madroids visit so often, and it’s one of those foodmeets-fun things.

Pecos Trail Café

Pecos Trail Inn, 2239 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 982-9444

La Tienda Shopping Center, 7 Caliente Road, Eldorado, (505) 466-3510

Sure, the coffee names are cute (A Day at the Beach, anybody?), but did you know this spot will let you pre-order up to 21 different flavors of actual New York bagels—like, from NYC—to pick up in-store? Take that, bagel snobs!

Harry’s Roadhouse

96B Old Las Vegas Hwy., (505) 989-4629

This place just drips old Santa Fe nostalgia, and the enormous California Dreamin’ handheld burrito (chicken or beef, rice, pintos, onion, poblano, cheese, guac and chipotle salsa) conjures tried-and-true comfort perfectly. Ask about the desserts or forever be sad.

Java Junction

2855 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 438-2772

The beans are roasted just 18 miles north of Madrid and, to the interest of all fellow cold black coffee enthusiasts, coffee ice cubes are available. Don’t forget to try as many treats as you can eat while you’re there.

Jambo Bobcat Bite

2418 Old Las Vegas Hwy., (505) 467-8654

Find that sweet Afro-Caribbean fusion and chef Ahmed Obo getting into the burger game—and it’s even better than you think it would be.

Legal Tender Saloon & Eating House

151 Old Lamy Trail, Lamy, (505) 466-1650

This restaurant has been through

Give the Burrito Borracho a try. Instead of simply smothering it, cooks also douse the burrito in pico de gallo beer sauce to give you an extra little bit of buzzy joy. You’ll know you’re there when you see the huge lizard.

San Marcos Café & Feed Store

3877 State Hwy. 14, (505) 471-9298

The massive cinnamon rolls here are so unforgettable that sometimes we see them dancing in our dreams. Breakfast and burritos seem to be the name of the savory game, however.

Santa Fe Brewing Co.

35 Fire Place, (505) 424-3333

The main headquarters of the local brewing company features not only all its famous beers (and don’t forget about those strawberry and cherry ciders), but also a full lineup of both local and touring live acts—all on a gorgeous, sprawling campus.

Santa Fe Brewing Eldorado Taphouse

La Tienda Shopping Center, 7 Caliente Road, Eldorado, (505) 466-6938

Fourteen taps and plenty of sports-watching opportunities for the just-outside-of-town crowd.

Upper Crust Pizza

5 Colina Drive, Eldorado, (505) 471-1111

As legendary as a pizza place can get, the Eldo version of this long-beloved local business does it just the way you like it when downtown.

Written and edited by Alex

De Vore and Adam Ferguson

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Cinema Different

The Santa Fe Film Festival returns

Beginning Thursday, a stellar lineup of filmmakers, actors and movies head to Santa Fe for the 24th Annual Santa Fe Film Festival, which this year boasts 110 feature-length and short films from local and international filmmakers, plus tons of other events across four days. Additionally, actors and filmmakers attending will receive awards for their contributions to the industry, such as actor and artist Val Kilmer (who is also slated to open a painting exhibition during the fest), the legendary Danny Trejo and Imaginary actress Veronica Falcón.

“Not only do we have an amazing lineup of great cinema with some incredible guests, we have the largest filmmaker participation I have seen in the past decade,” Santa Fe Film Festival Director NaNi Rivera tells SFR. “Santa Fe is going to be full of the most creative people in the entertainment industry.”

The festival’s 48 events will be spread across venues, including the Santa Fe Scottish Rite Alhambra Theater, the Jean Cocteau Cinema, Edition ONE Gallery and more. And though each screening runs $20, allaccess passes for the whole shebang run $250. It’s probably best to visit santafefilmfestival.com to learn more, but read on for a number of suggestions. (Mo Charnot)

OPENING DAY SHORTS PROGRAM

2:30-4:30 pm Thursday, April 25

$20-$250. Jean Cocteau Cinema

418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

THE ART OF VAL KILMER

4 pm-6:30 pm Thursday, April 25

Free. Edition ONE Gallery

728 Canyon Road, (505) 570-5385

OPENING NIGHT COLLECTION

8-10 pm Thursday, April 25

$20-$250. Jean Cocteau Cinema

418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

ECLECTIC CINEMA SHORTS

4-6 pm Friday, April 26

$20-$250. Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza

100 Sandoval St., (505) 988 2811

FRIDAY FLIX MIX

8-10 pm Friday, April 26. $20-$250

Jean Cocteau Cinema, 418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

VARIETY SHORTS PROGRAM

1:30-3:30 pm Saturday, April 27

$20-$250 Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza

100 Sandoval St., (505) 988 2811

NEW MEXICO SHORTS A

9-11:30 am Sunday, April 28.

$20-$250

Santa Fe Scottish Rite Alhambra Theater

463 Paseo de Peralta., (505) 982-4414

NEW MEXICO SHORTS B

Noon-2 pm Sunday, April 28

$20-$250

Santa Fe Scottish Rite Alhambra Theater

463 Paseo de Peralta., (505) 982-4414

CLOSING DAY SHORTS PROGRAM

2:30-4:30 pm Sunday, April 28

$20-$250

Santa Fe Scottish Rite Alhambra Theater

463 Paseo de Peralta., (505) 982-4414

MUSIC THU/25

WE WANT TO BELIEVE

Though one could argue Santa Fe’s most excellent love affair with hardcore and punk rock went by the wayside some years ago, bands remain that are working hard to keep it real—if you know where to find them. This week, set your eyes on Midtown DIY space Ghost, where local act Illegal Aliens is set to bring its particular blend of high-energy, fast-paced punk/riffy and brutal metal-adjacent breakdown prowess to bear. Oh, it’s gonna shred. Post-punk acts Weep Wave and Leave the Lights On kick off the show.

(Alex De Vore)

Illegal Aliens with Weep Wave and Leave the Lights On: 8 pm Thursday, April 25 $10. Ghost, 2899 Trades West Road instagram.com/ghost_santafe

MUSIC SAT/27

WIZENED

Of course, the metal scene in Santa Fe continues to thrive with more bands than we could ever list here. But let us focus on enduring power metal group Savage Wizdom as they launch a new record. Who’s Laughing Now contains another crop of anthemic metal bangers from Savage Wizdom, and is the band’s first release since 2014’s A New Beginning. “Everything was right to release it,” singer Steve Montoya says. “The songs were done and everybody was ready to do it—it’s been long enough.” Carrion Kind and Darken the Day open with their own juds and chugs and broooooowwwwrs. (ADV)

Savage Wizdom Album Release Show with Carrion Kind and Darken the Day: Saturday, April 27. $10. Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery, 2791 Agua Fria St., (505) 303-3808

MUSIC MON/29

MEET THEM METZ

Is there some kind of pheromone in the air this week causing Santa Fe’s venues to double down on shows that rock super-hard? There must be, because in addition to the shows at Ghost and Tumbleroot, Meow Wolf is getting into the punk game with Toronto’s METZ. Fans of Fugazi, Quicksand or even Japanese weirdos The Pillows are gonna want to get down with this ASAP; bands that so effortlessly meld the lion’s share of punk rock’s countless sub-genres are few and far-between, and METZ knows just how to do it. (ADV)

METZ: 7 pm Monday, April 29. $20-$25 Meow Wolf, 1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

FILM FESTIVAL THU/25-SUN/28

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WED/24

BOOKS/LECTURES

A STITCH IN TIME: A JOURNEY IN EMBROIDERY WITH SUZANNE HERRERA

NARANJO

School for Advanced Research 660 Garcia St., (505) 954-7200

Herrera Naranjo (Santa Clara) presents her journey as an embroiderer and innovations in Pueblo embroidery.

11:30 am-12:30 pm

DOUGLAS PRESTON: EXTINCTION AND FOURTEEN DAYS

Collected Works Bookstore and Coffeehouse 202 Galisteo St., (505) 988-4226

Preston discusses his thriller novel Extinction and the collaborative novel Fourteen Days that he helped edit with authors such as Margaret Atwood and Tommy Orange.

6 pm

FRIENDS OF ARCHAEOLOGY

JOURNEY TO THE STONE LIONS

The Center for New Mexico Archaeology

7 Old Cochiti Road, (505) 476-4448

A talk and discussion from graphic artist Scott Jaquith on the Bandelier National Monument and preserving natural and cultural resources in some of the most rugged terrain in the monument.   Noon

HISTORY WITH CHRISTIAN 35 Degrees North 60 E San Francisco St., (505) 629-3538

A free history with hobbyist historian Christian Saiia. Noon-2 pm

KARAOKE WEDNESDAYS

Santa Fe Brewing Company 35 Fire Place, (505) 424-3333

Karaoke with CoCo Caliente. 6-9 pm

NMSU EXTENSION SERVICE YOUTH HORSE PROGRAMS

Pecos Trail Cafe 2239 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 982-9444

Jason Turner, New Mexico State University professor and Extension horse specialist, discusses 4-H horse programs in New Mexico.

7 pm

DANCE

POMEGRANATE SEEDS YOUTH MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Pomegranate Studio 535 Cerrillos Road, (505) 501-2142

An after-school dance program for girls ages 13-18. 5-7 pm

EVENTS

ARTSPRING 2024

Lensic Performing Arts Center 211 W San Francisco St., (505) 988-1234

Performances by students from the New Mexico School for the Arts’ Art Institute.  7 pm

GEEKS WHO DRINK Second Street Brewery (Railyard) 1607 Paseo de Paralta, (505) 989-3278

Challenging trivia with prizes. 8-10 pm

KIDS SING ALONG: RAILYARD PARK

Railyard Park

Cerrillos Road and Guadalupe St., (505) 982-3373

Music games and sing-alongs for toddlers and babies.  10:30-11:15 am

QUEER COFFEE GET TOGETHER

Ohori’s Coffee Roasters 505 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-9692

Coffee with the local queer community. 9:30-11 am

THE CALENDAR

Ethel Fisher sets her figurative portraits against fields of color in her Portraits of the Sublime exhibit on display at LewAllen Galleries beginning April 26.

COURTESY LEWALLEN GALLERIES

SFCC COLLEGE CAREER FAIR

Santa Fe Community College 6401 Richards Ave., (505) 428-1000

Bring copies of your resumé and talk with employers.

10 am-1:30 pm

TOUR THE GOVERNOR’S MANSION

New Mexico

Governor’s Mansion 1 Mansion Drive, (301) 318-0940

Explore the historic New Mexico Governor’s Mansion on a tour of its extensive collection of fine art, period furnishings and outdoor views. RSVP required. Noon-2 pm

MUSIC

DARCI CARLSON

El Rey Court

1862 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-1931

A high energy, no-nonsense outlaw country queen from Seattle. 8-10 pm

KARAOKE NIGHT

Boxcar

133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

Crash Romeo hosts karaoke. 7 pm

SECOND CHANCES COUNTRY BAND

Social Kitchen & Bar

725 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-5952

A two-piece country band plays two-steppers.  6-9 pm

THE MARCH DIVIDE

Cowgirl

319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

A singer-songwriter with classic pop hooks. 4 pm

WARM UP WEDNESDAY

Boxcar

133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

LIve hip-hop performances, guest DJS, emcees and more. Hosted by DJ DMonic.

9 pm

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Cake’s Cafe 227 Galisteo St., (505) 303-4880

Get up on the stage and share your talent, whether you’re a poet, singer, instrumentalist, podcaster or some other fun thing. 7-10 pm

WORKSHOP

LEARN CNC PLASMA CUTTING

Make Santa Fe 2879 All Trades Road, (505) 819-3502

Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with Make Santa Fe’s CNC plasma cutter during this two-day workshop.  10 am-2 pm, $180

STAINED GLASS ART EXPERIENCE

TLC Stained Glass 1730 Camino Carlos Rey, Ste. 100, (505) 372-6259

Learn the basics of stained glass artistry and create a suncatcher ornament. 10 am or 1 pm, $175

WOODSHOP

Make Santa Fe 2879 All Trades Road, (505) 819-3502

Navigate a wood shop while learning the safety basics through practice. Process unmilled lumber for a mini hat rack you can take home. 10 am-2 pm, $90

THU/25

ART OPENINGS

THE ART OF VAL KILMER

Edition ONE Gallery

728 Canyon Road, (505) 570-5385

An exhibit with the Santa Fe Film Festival honoring actor, filmmaker and artist Kilmer and his paintings, described as “rich in color and emotion.”

Displayed through April 28. (See SFR Picks, page 30). 4-6:30 pm

BOOKS/LECTURES

2024 SPEAKER SERIES:

JONATHAN HAYDEN

Santa Fe Botanical Garden 715 Camino Lejo, (505) 471-9103

Hayden discusses the history of the New Mexico Land Conservancy, its vision for the future and more. 11 am-12 pm, $10-$15

DANCE

POMEGRANATE SEEDS YOUTH MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Pomegranate Studio 535 Cerrillos Road, (505) 501-2142

An after-school dance program for girls ages 13-18. 5-7 pm

SWING DANCE INTO SPRING!

Cake’s Cafe 227 Galisteo St., (505) 303-4880

Learn swing dance moves. 7-9 pm, $20-$30

EVENTS

FREE AURA HEALING CLINIC

Deep Roots Psychic Studio 1919 Fifth St., Ste. I, (505) 927-5407

Receive a one-on-one energy healing from one of the studio’s clairvoyant healers. 5:30-6:45 pm

GEEKS WHO DRINK Social Kitchen & Bar 725 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-5952

Challenging trivia with prizes. 7-9 pm

LADIES NIGHT

Boxcar

133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

Ladies get free entry, $5 otherwise. Guest DJs perform. 10 pm

LIVEARTS ALIVE PARTY

Santa Fe Spirits Distillery 7505 Mallard Way, Ste. 1, 467-8892

A night of music, drinks and inspiration hosted by LiveArts, where the organization will share news and programming. 6-8 pm, donations suggested

QUEER HAPPY HOUR

The Mystic Santa Fe 2810 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-7663

Make room for the local queer community at this event with DJs, dancing and food.  5-10 pm

SEEDS & SPROUTS:

BUTTERFLY LIFE CYCLE SERIES

Santa Fe Children’s Museum

1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 989-8359

Learn what happens inside a butterfly’s chrysalis. 10:30-11:30 am

SOLOPRENEUR SOCIAL CLUB PICNIC

Louis Montaño Park

730 Alto St.

Join independent business owners for social connection. Bring food and drink to share. 5:30-7:30 pm

FILM

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: OPENING DAY SHORTS PROGRAM

Jean Cocteau Cinema

418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

Four short films including an animated short about a boy using paper-folding skills to prove his worth to a princess; a drama about an estranged couple reuniting for a mysterious errand and more. (See SFR Picks, page 30). 2:30-4:30 pm, $20

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: OPENING NIGHT COLLECTION

Jean Cocteau Cinema 418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

Three films, including a music video; a documentary that portraits the life and death of a Zuni artist; and a documentary about the fight over a historical marker to commemorate the World War II internment camp in Santa Fe. (See SFR Picks, page 30). 8-10 pm, $20

THROWBACK MOVIE

NIGHT: MONSTERS, INC.

La Farge Library 1730 Llano St., (505) 820-0292

A free screening of Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. (2001) with popcorn and hot cocoa. Arrive at 5 pm for a make-your-own monster craft! 5-7 pm

FOOD

CHEF BRENT SUSHI POP UP

Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery 2791 Agua Fría St., (505) 393-5135

Chef Brent Jung rolls fresh and tasty sushi to order. 5-9 pm

MUSIC

ALMA

Second Street Brewery (Rufina Taproom) 2920 Rufina St., (505) 954-1068

A four-piece Latin music band. 8-10 pm

BILL HEARNE

Cowgirl

319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

Country music legend Hearne.  4-6 pm

ERYN BENT

Ahmyo Wine Garden & Patio

652 Canyon Road, (505) 428-0090

Powerhouse vocals and gritty songwriting.  2-5 pm

FOLK JAM

La Reina

El Rey Court, 1862 Cerrillos Road, 982-1931

Play your favorite folk tunes. 7-8:30 pm

ILLEGAL ALIENS, WEEP WAVE AND LEAVE THE LIGHTS ON GHOST

2889 Trades West Rd.

Jams from punk-metal band Illegal Aliens, post-punk band Weep Wave and more. (See SFR Picks, page 30).

8 pm, $10

PAT MALONE

TerraCotta Wine Bistro 304 Johnson St., 989-1166

Jazz guitar. 6-8 pm

RICHARD SMITH

GiG Performance Space 1808 Second St., gigsantafe.com

Country, jazz and classics. 7:30 pm, $0-$25

SOMEWHERE IN THE RAINBOW

The Mystic Santa Fe 2810 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-7663

Make room for the LGBTQ!

Featuring DJ Dirty Diamond. 5-10 pm

SQUIRRELHEAD

CHOMP Food Hall

505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B-101, chompsantafe.com

An eclectic mix of punk-ish, funk-ish and rock-ish sounds.  7-9 pm

WORKSHOP

BOTTLE CAP RINGS

Meow Wolf

1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

Make your own bottle cap ring at this drop-in workshop.

Noon-3:30 pm, $7

FRI/26

ART OPENINGS

BRYCE PETTIT: TRIBUTARIES (OPENING)

Blue Rain Gallery

544 S Guadalupe St., (505) 954-9902

Bronze sculptures of nature and wildlife inspired by a transformative rafting expedition through the Grand Canyon.

5-7 pm

INNER SANCTUARIES (OPENING)

Strata Gallery

125 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 105, (505) 780-5403

Stephanie J. Woods’ juried exhibition uses paintings, sculpture, photography, textiles, collages, drawings and works on paper, unfolding as a gentle ode to the sanctuaries of home.

5-7 pm

JULYAN DAVIS: AMERICAN GHOSTS (OPENING)

Evoke Contemporary

550 S. Guadalupe St., (505) 995-9902

A satire of Westward Expansion by artist and author Davis depicts three ghosts from three different eras.

5-7 pm

MATTHEW SIEVERS: NEW PAINTINGS (OPENING)

Blue Rain Gallery

544 S Guadalupe St., (505) 954-9902

New works by oil painter Matthew Sievers.

5-7 pm

TOM WALDRON: STEEL AND CONCRETE (OPENING)

Charlotte Jackson Fine Art

554 S Guadalupe St., (505) 989-8688

Waldron’s steel, concrete and wood sculptures challenge perceptions with deceptively simple forms.

5-7 pm

BOOKS/LECTURES

NATIONAL POETRY MONTH

Vista Grande Public Library

14 Avenida Torreon, (505) 466-7323

Poetry from Natachee

Momaday Gray and other Indigenous poets.  5:30 pm

THE CHALLENGE OF HEIDEGGER’S APPROACH TO TECHNOLOGY

St. John’s College, Santa Fe 1160 Camino De Cruz Blanca, 5059846408

Rice University Professor Steven Crowell lectures on questions about technology. 7 pm

DANCE

EL FLAMENCO CABARET

El Flamenco Cabaret

135 W Palace Ave., (505) 209-1302

World-class flamenco.  6:15 pm, $25-$48

EVENTS

BROKEN PARTS CLUB CAR SHOW

Santa Fe Community College 6401 Richards Ave., (505) 428-1000

A car show by SFCC’s car club at the Automotive Technologies Center. 10 am-2 pm

MAKE AND BELIEVE TIME

Meow Wolf

1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

An art- and reading-based hour for kids, featuring Maple the therapy dog. 10 am

POTTERY DEMONSTRATION & NEW WORKS

Andrea Fisher Fine Pottery

100 W San Francisco St., (505) 986-1234

View new works and watch a pottery demo from Acoma potters Carolyn Concho & Alisha Sanchez. Noon-4 pm

SUCCULENTS & SIPZ

Meow Wolf

1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

A creative evening with plants, painting and people. 5 pm, $20

FILM

ALIEN: 45TH ANNIVERSARY RE-RELEASE

Violet Crown Cinema

1606 Alcaldesa St., (505) 216-5678

Celebrate the 45th anniversary of Alien, an iconic film where the crew of a spacecraft encounter a deadly life-form. 6 pm, $14-$16

DO NOT EXPECT TOO MUCH FROM THE END OF THE WORLD

Center For Contemporary Arts

1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 982-1338

An overworked, underpaid production assistant shoots a workplace safety video in the midst of a scandal. 10:45 am, $13

FILM IS DEAD. LONG LIFE FILM!

Center for Contemporary Arts

1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 982-1338

A film exploring the vanishing world of private film collecting: an obsessive, secretive and often illicit world. 1 pm, $13

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: AROUND THE WORLD SHORTS

Rolling Still Picture House

418 Montezuma Ave., santafefilmfestival.com

Five short international films, including a UK historical drama about two World War I soldiers awaiting their fate in no man’s land and more.

12:30-2:30 pm, $20

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: ECLECTIC CINEMA SHORTS

Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza 100 Sandoval St., (505) 988-2811

Nine short films, including a doc on Native American veterans and more. (See SFR Picks, page 30).

4-6 pm, $20

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: FRIDAY FLIX MIX

Jean Cocteau Cinema

418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

Seven short films, including the first installment of a post-apocalyptic western series and more. Sold out, but check out more at santafefilmfestival.com.

8-10 pm, $20

THE BEAST

Center for Contemporary Arts

1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 982-1338

A love story set in a near future in which artificial intelligence controls everyone’s lives and human emotions are perceived as a threat.

10:45 am, $13

Actor and filmmaker Val Kilmer shows off his artistic side with his new painting exhibition on display at Edition ONE Gallery, opening at 4 pm on April 25 and on display through April 28, presented with the Santa Fe Film Festival. COURTESY EDITION

Fifth-generation New Mexico rancher

Adan Manuel “Manny” Encinias started selling his family’s pasture-raised beef at the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market in 2021. His steak and roast cuts were impressive. So was his commitment to sustainable local food systems and to growing a network of farming and ranching communities. Just two years later, Encinias was handed the reins of the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute, after former Executive Director Andrea Fisher Maril retired. He’s not only the first Santa Fe Farmers’ Market vendor to helm the institute, he’s the first man and the first Hispanic person to hold the position. The institute supports the market’s mission to provide the community with easy access to locally grown food. With his rich background in agriculture (he holds a Ph.D in ruminant nutrition from North Dakota State University and master of science degree in animal science from New Mexico State University), Encinias is expanding that mission, even as he’s still at the market, selling his prized beef raised on his family’s Buffalo Creek Ranch in Moriarty. This interview has been edited for clarity and concision. (Lynn Cline)

In what ways does the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market nurture our community?

Beyond providing fresh, healthy, local food, the market gives a unique sense of community. It’s a regular place where people can gather and feel refreshed with a sense of kindness and giving. Sharing, bartering: that’s part of the communities of Old New Mexico, the fabric of what builds New Mexico, that neighborhood community feeling. I always say it’s a shot in the arm as a vendor to be able to sell at the market. It’s inspiring to be connected with other farmers and ranchers and also to consumers who appreciate what they do.

How does the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute support the market?

We’re the nonprofit arm of the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market and we work to develop programs that help farmers and ranchers, and we also develop programs to help consumers. When you work on both ends of the spectrum...the biggest challenge is bandwidth. We need to cultivate farmers to grow food for the community and to keep agricultural lands in production. On the consumer side, we have so many opportunities to improve access. So many people don’t have access to food year-round, so the challenge is what areas do we, as an institute, want to work with. The simple solution is knowing we can’t do it all, but by working with other partners, we can work on ways to overcome the challenges. I think we’re breaking through barriers. Fifty percent of farmers at the market are women. The number of first-generation farmers at the market, that truly describes how the ownership of agriculture is changing, the size of agriculture is changing. Ninetyfour cents out of every dollar goes back to our community...and that doesn’t happen with large-scale agriculture. We’re producing food locally. The food’s being consumed locally and we’re circulating money with the providers.

What plans are afoot to make healthy, local food more accessible to our communities?

The biggest challenge is to get out of the conventional set-up where we have a venue and farmers come into the venue. We are looking to serve communities like the Southside with mobile markets. The network of community partners we’re working with has long histories with these segments of our communities and know what each community is looking for. We’ll be working to have these pop-up farmers’ markets weekly in different locations. Our goal is to improve fresh food access so consumers can use nutrition benefits like SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks. We’re coming to them instead of them coming to us. We’re in the planning stages and, by the first of July, we’ll hopefully have a calendar of locations. It’s part of our Local Food for All/Comida Local para Todos program, our flagship program that we launched last year with help from the Christus Fund. We engaged with over 2,000 individuals in the community that had been underserved and struggled with food and nutrition challenges, so we know that the need is great, the opportunity is great and we’ve been able to develop partnerships with just the pilot program.

with Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute Executive Director Manny Encinias

GENEVIEVE RUSSELL

THE OLD OAK

Center for Contemporary Arts

1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 982-1338

A drama about the future of the last remaining pub in a Northeast England village, where people are leaving the land as the mines close.

11 am, $13

MUSIC

BINGO DANCE PARTY

The Mystic Santa Fe 2810 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-7663

Bingo and a dance party with Molly G and DJ Dynamite Sol. Bingo’s free, $10 for the tunes.

7-11 pm

BOBBY SHEW & GREG

RUGGIERO

Paradiso

903 Early St., (505) 577-5248

Trumpeter Shew plays a concert of jazz standards, supported by guitarist Ruggiero.

7:30 pm, $20

CHARLES TICHENOR

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant

31 Burro Alley, (505) 992-0304

Well-crafted piano tunes.

6-9 pm

DETROIT LIGHTNING

Santa Fe Brewing Company

35 Fire Place, (505) 424-3333

Channeling the spirit of the Grateful Dead in Northern New Mexico.

7:30-11 pm, $17

DIMOND SAINTS:

QUANTUM ODYSSEY TOUR

Meow Wolf

1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

An electronic music duo known for their heavy bass, angelic melodies and explosive live performances. 8 pm, $25-$30

DON CURRY

Ahmyo River Gallery

Wine Garden

652 Canyon Road, (505) 820 0969

A variety of classic rock jams. 2-5 pm

FINE ART FRIDAY

Santa Fe Children’s Museum

1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 989-8359

Turn recycled materials into a model of Zozobra. 2-4 pm

JOE WEST AND LORI

OTTINO

The Mine Shaft Tavern 2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 473-0743

A sparkling folk duo. 5 pm

MICHAEL RUDD

Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery 2791 Agua Fría St., (505) 393-5135

Rudd plays his new album, Long Way from Paradise 7:30 pm, $10-$13

NOUVEAU HIPPIES

The Mine Shaft Tavern 2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 473-0743

Covers across the decades. 8 pm

RANDOLPH MULKEY

Cowgirl 319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

Singer-songwriter tunes. 4 pm

TERRY DIERS

Boxcar 133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

Blues, rock and funk tunes. 6-8 pm

THEATER

2024 YOUTH SHAKESPEARE

FESTIVAL

Scottish Rite Center 463 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-4414

Students perform Shakespeare scenes, with song and sword. 4-9:15 pm, $15

PANDEMONIUM

PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:

SHREK THE MUSICAL

The Lodge at Santa Fe 750 N St. Francis Drive, (505) 992-5800

A musical based on Shrek, about an ogre on a journey alongside a wisecracking donkey and a princess who resists her rescue. Tickets at the door. 7 pm, $8-$12

WORKSHOP

JEWELRY MAKE AND SWAP

SITE Santa Fe 1606 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 989-1199

Bring, make and trade jewelry with SITE’s Young Curators. 5:30-7:30 pm

SAT/27

ART OPENINGS

PAPER | INK | PRINT

Santa Fe Community College 6401 Richards Ave., (505) 428-1000

An eclectic monoprint exhibit. 4-6 pm

BOOKS/LECTURES

AUTHOR EVENT: KIRSTEN

RUDBERG

Beastly Books

418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 395-2628

Rudberg re-imagines Beatrix Potter’s Tailor of Gloucester in Boom Chicka Meow Meow Meet her, get a signed copy. 1-2:30 pm

BARBARA ROCKMAN & SUDASI CLEMENT POETRY

READING

Geronimo’s Books

3018 Cielo Court Ste D, (505) 467-8315

Poets Rockman and Clement read from their works.  4-5 pm

POETRY READING WITH WILL BARNES, VERONICA COLOS AND HEIDI

SEABORN

Storyteller Fine Art

203 W. Water St., instagram.com/ jessaminenaritaart

Poets Barnes, Collos and Seaborn read Barnes’ new poetry book, The Artemesia.  6-8 pm

POLLINATORS AND HONEYBEES

Vista Grande Public Library

14 Avenida Torreon, (505) 466-7323

Join beekeeper Ken Bower for tips about pollination and helping honeybees thrive. 1 pm

READY, SET, GO! A WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP

Christ Church

1213 Don Gaspar Ave., (505) 988-2652

Learn about fire season and emergency preparation and wildfire sciences from experts. 10 am-1 pm

DANCE

CONTRA DANCE

Odd Fellows Hall

1125 Cerrillos Road, (505) 690-4165

Folk dance for all ages.   7:30-10:30 pm, $0-$10

EL FLAMENCO CABARET

El Flamenco Cabaret

135 W Palace Ave., (505) 209-1302

World-class flamenco.  6:15 pm, $25-$48

EVENTS

EL MERCADO DE EL MUSEO CULTURAL

El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe 555 Camino de la Familia, (505) 992-0591

A weekend market of more than 50 vendors.

10 am-4 pm

EL DÍA DE LOS NIÑOS / EL DÍA DE LOS LIBROS

La Farge Library

1730 Llano St., (505) 820-0292

A celebration with giveaways, bilingual story time, games, crafts and a visit from author Victor Nelson and illustrator Eloisa White. 11 am-2 pm

SANTA FE ARTISTS MARKET

West Casitas in the Santa Fe Railyard Market Street, (505) 414-8544

Artists sell fine art and crafts. 9 am-2 pm

SANTA FE FARMER’S MARKET

Farmer’s Market Pavilion 1607 Paseo de Peralta, santafefarmersmarket.com

Local farmers and producers offer fresh produce. 8 am-1 pm

SANTA FE SOCIETY OF ARTISTS ART FAIR

Santa Fe Society of Artists 107 W San Francisco St., (505) 926-1497

An outdoor art fair. 10 am

SCIENCE SATURDAY

Santa Fe Children’s Museum 1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 989-8359

Meet creepy crawly insects. 2-4 pm

SPRING MARKET

The Kitchen Table 313 Camino Alire, (505) 226-1984

A local art and food market. Noon-5 pm

FILM

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: VARIETY SHORTS COLLECTION

Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza 100 Sandoval St., (505) 988-2811

Seven short films, including a doc about the battle for conservation and Indigenous sovereignty in Utah’s Bears

Ears region and more. (See SFR Picks, page 30.) 1:30-3:30 pm, $20

THE BIG LEBOWSKI— BUDDHIST CENTER MOVIE NIGHT

Thubten Norbu Ling Buddhist Center

130 Rabbit Road, (505) 660-7056

A free screening of comedy-thriller The Big Lebowski 5-7 pm

MUSIC

2024 LOCALS ONLY

FESTIVAL

The Mystic Santa Fe 2810 Cerrillos Road, (505) 471-7663

A local music fest, featuring the Red Light Cameras, Free Range Buddhas and more. Noon-Midnight $20-$25

BOB MAUS BLUES & SOUL Inn & Spa at Loretto 211 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 988-5531

Maus plays classic tunes. 6-9 pm

BUSY Y LOS BIG DEALS

The Mine Shaft Tavern

2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 473-0743

Southwestern pop and jazz. 3 pm

CHARLES TICHENOR

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant

31 Burro Alley, (505) 992-0304

Well-crafted piano tunes.  6-9 pm

CURRY SPRINGER DUO

Cowgirl

319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

Don Curry (guitar) and Pete Springer (keys) harmonize. 1 pm

ELOVATED ROOTS

Boxcar

133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

A band with a mission to elevate the authentic and positive essence of reggae. 6-9:30 pm

FREDDIE SCHWARTZ

Ahmyo Wine Garden & Patio

652 Canyon Road, (505) 428-0090

The “whole gamut” of classic rock, Americana and country. 2-5 pm

GOLDEN BOOTS, THE LITTLE TULIPS AND THEE VERDUNS

Second Street Brewery (Rufina Taproom) 2920 Rufina St., (505) 954-1068

Folk rock from Golden Boots, neo-Western garage rock from The Little Tulips and French folk from Thee Verduns.  8:30-10 pm

JOHNNY LLOYD AT SKY RAILWAY

Sky Railway

410 S Guadalupe St., (844) 743-3759

Country tunes from Lloyd, live on Sky Railway’s Scenic Ride. 1:30-4 pm

ROB SCHEPS

Club Legato

125 E Palace Ave., (505) 988-9232

Woodwind master and composer Scheps plays jazz tunes. Noon, $30-$35

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SAVAGE WIZDOM ALBUM

RELEASE FEAT. CARRION

KIND AND DARKEN THE DAY

Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery 2791 Agua Fría St., (505) 303-3808

Santa Fe metal titans SAVAGE WIZDOM celebrate their LP release, Who’s Laughing Now with a live performance. (See SFR Picks, page 30). 7 pm, $10

THE MOZART REQUIEM

Lensic Performing Arts Center 211 W San Francisco St., (505) 988-1234

Mozart’s Requiem paired with Anna Clyne’s Within Her Arms 7:30-9 pm, $22-$92

THE PLEASURE PILOTS BAND

Tiny’s Restaurant & Lounge

1005 S St. Francis Drive, (505) 983-9817

R&B and swing dance music. 8-11 pm

THE WANDERING BALLAD

Santa Fe Public Library (Main) 145 Washington Ave., (505) 955-6780

Scott and  Johanna HongellDarsee perform Scandinavian and Celtic songs. RSVP first. 2-4 pm

TOUCH OF GREY

The Mine Shaft Tavern 2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 473-0743

Rock jams and the blues from a band headed by Jeff Mann. 8 pm

THEATER

2024 YOUTH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

Scottish Rite Center

463 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-4414

Students perform Shakespeare scenes, with song and sword. 4-9:15 pm, $15

GETTING OUT THE VOTE, RETRIBUTION AND BUDDHA

Center for Progress and Justice 1420 Cerrillos Road, (505) 467-8514

Three new plays exploring the human condition. 7:30 pm

PANDEMONIUM

PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:

SHREK THE MUSICAL

The Lodge at Santa Fe

750 N St. Francis Drive, (505) 992-5800

A musical based on Shrek, about an ogre on a journey alongside a wisecracking donkey and a princess who resists her rescue. Tickets at the door. 7 pm, $8-$12

WORKSHOP

AUTHENTIC MOVEMENT: INTRO WORKSHOP

Move Studio

901 W San Mateo Road, (505) 660-8503

A self-directed movement class. Email susan@susanbauer.com to register. 2-5 pm, $120

BLACKSMITHING

Make Santa Fe 2879 All Trades Road, (505) 819-3502

Learn basic techniques, tools and nomenclature to get you started on blacksmithing. 10 am-2 pm, $95

CERAMICS & POTTERY

Make Santa Fe

2879 All Trades Road, (505) 819-3502

Learn ceramics and pottery and how to use a pottery wheel, slab roller and more. 10 am-2 pm, $90

PLANT IDENTIFICATION

WORKSHOP

Santa Fe Botanical Garden 715 Camino Lejo

Improve your plant identification skills with ecologist Sylvan Kaufman. 1-2:30 pm, $20-$25

SANTA FE SINGS!

United Church of Santa Fe 1804 Arroyo Chamiso, (505) 988-3295

Top-notch singing instruction with a supportive community and beautiful music. 9:30 am-2:30 pm, $5-$25

STUDIO STILL-LIFE COMPOSITION IN INK

Georgia O’Keeffe Museum 217 Johnson St., (505) 946-1000

Learn to form an image in ink, inspired by painter and printmaker Arthur Wesley Dow. 11 am-2 pm

SUN/28

BOOKS/LECTURES

10,000 YEARS OF INEQUALITY: THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF WEALTH DIFFERENCES

New Mexico History Museum

107 W Palace Ave., (505) 476-5100

Archaeologist Tim Kohler discusses why inequality has long been a critical social issue and why it persists.  2-3:30 pm, $3-$10

THE BEASTLY BOOK CLUB

Beastly Books

418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 395-2628

Discuss this month’s read; Circe by Madeline Miller.  1-2 pm

DANCE

BASIC SWING DANCE CLASS

Dance Station

Solana Center, 947-B W Alameda St., (505) 989-9788

Learn swing dance every Sunday! RSVP required. 5:30-6:15 pm, $15-$20

BELLYREENA BELLYDANCE CLASS

Move Studio

901 W San Mateo Road, (505) 660-8503

Learn to bellydance with choreographer Areena Estul.  1-2 pm, $18-$65

EVENTS

5K RUN/WALK & KIDS DASH

Bicentennial Alto Park

1121 Alto St., santafechildrensmuseum.org

Join the Move for the Museum

5K run/walk and Kids Dash in honor of the late community advocate Michaelann Perea. 9 am

EL MERCADO DE EL MUSEO CULTURAL

El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe 555 Camino de la Familia, (505) 992-0591

Shop an array of local goods.  10 am-4 pm

RAILYARD ARTISAN MARKET

Farmers’ Market Pavilion 1607 Paseo de Peralta santafefarmersmarket.com

More than 40 artisan vendors. 10 am-3 pm

SANTA FE SOCIETY OF ARTISTS ART FAIR

Santa Fe Society of Artists 107 W San Francisco St., (505) 926-1497

An outdoor art fair. 10 am

SANTA FE ZINE FEST

Wise Fool New Mexico 1131 Siler Road, (505) 992-2588

Browse, buy or trade zines. 2-4 pm

FILM

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: CLOSING DAY SHORTS

PROGRAM

Scottish Rite Center 463 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-4414

Three short films, including a story about the bond between an ex-Syrian refugee and a young Japanese boy. (See SFR Picks, page 30).

2:30-4:30 pm, $20

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: FEMME FRONTERA SHORTS

PROGRAM

Rolling Still Picture House 418 Montezuma Ave., santafefilmfestival.com

Four short films, including a narrative about a woman’s battle with Alzheimer’s.  5-7 pm, $20

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: NEW MEXICO SHORTS A

Scottish Rite Center 463 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-4414

Four shorts, including a fantasy film about an author’s character rebelling against him. (See SFR Picks, page 30.) 9-11:30 am, $20

SANTA FE FILM FESTIVAL: NEW MEXICO SHORTS B

Scottish Rite Center 463 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-4414

Seven short films, including the story of a student’s exploration of his Native Alaskan roots and more. (See SFR Picks, page 30.)

Noon-2 pm, $20

MUSIC

CAROLINE ROSE

Meow Wolf

1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

Indie artist Rose’s The Art of Forgetting album teems with raw, intense emotion.  7 pm, $25

KARAOKE NIGHT

Boxcar

133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

Crash Romeo hosts karaoke. 7 pm

KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESES

The Mine Shaft Tavern 2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 473-0743

Soul-funk tunes. 3 pm

PAT MALONE

Bishop’s Lodge 1297 Bishops Lodge Road, (888) 741-0480

Jazz guitar. 11:30 am-2:30 pm

RJ PEREZ

Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery 2791 Agua Fría St., (505) 393-5135

Pop covers and loop jams. 3-6 pm

STURTZ

El Rey Court

1862 Cerrillos Road, (505) 982-1931

Serene and folksy music with soaring melodic vocals.  7-9 pm

SUGAR MOUNTAIN BAND

Cowgirl

319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

A Neil Young cover band. Noon

SUNDAY JAZZ JAM

Chile Line Brewery 204 N Guadalupe St., (505) 982-8474

Catch a set from the High City Jazz Quartet and guest artists.  6-8 pm

THE MOZART REQUIEM

Lensic Performing Arts Center 211 W San Francisco St., (505) 988-1234

Santa Fe Pro Musica’s season ends with Mozart’s Requiem paired with Anna Clyne’s poignant Within Her Arms 3-4:30 pm, $22-$92

TRIO THYME CONCERT

New Mexico School for the Arts 500 Montezuma Ave., Ste. 200, (505) 310-4194

An afternoon concert of classical and modern trios. 1:30-2:45 pm

THEATER

PANDEMONIUM

PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:

SHREK THE MUSICAL

The Lodge at Santa Fe 750 N St. Francis Drive, (505) 992-5800

A musical based on Shrek, about an ogre on a journey alongside a wisecracking donkey and a princess who resists her rescue. Tickets at the door. 2 pm, $8-$12

WORKSHOP

POETRY INCUBATOR

Iconik Coffee Roasters (Red) 1366 Cerrillos Road, (505) 428-0996

Poets and non-poets alike write from prompts.  6-8 pm

MON/29

BOOKS/LECTURES

PHILIP J. DELORIA: FROM THE CHARGING ELK

SKETCHBOOK, 1940: A DIALOGUE ON ART AND EPISTEMOLOGY?

Hotel Santa Fe 1501 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-1200

Historian Deloria (Dakota) presents a discussion via dialogue between the fictional Charging Elk (created by author James Welch) and theorist Walter Benjamin. 6 pm, $20

WALK YOUR OWN CAMINO

Montezuma Lodge 431 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 982-0971

Two hikers share their experiences walking Europe’s historic Camino de Santiago. 5:45-7:30 pm

DANCE

MONDAY NIGHT SWING

Odd Fellows Hall 1125 Cerrillos Road, (505) 690-4165

A swing dance class followe social. 7 pm, $5-$10

EVENTS

KIDS SING ALONG: QUEEN BEE MUSIC ASSOCIATION

Queen Bee Music Association 1596 Pacheco St., (505) 278-0012

Music games and sing-alongs for toddlers and babies.  10:30 am

FILM

VIDEO LIBRARY CLUB

Jean Cocteau Cinema 418 Montezuma Ave., (505) 466-5528

Free films every Monday with Lisa from Video Library—the country’s oldest continuously operating video rental store.  6:30-8:30 pm

MUSIC

ALTO STREET

CHOMP Food Hall 505 Cerrillos Road, Ste. B-101, chompsantafe.com

An alt-country Americana band plays originals inspired by life in the high desert. 7 pm, $10

D HENRY FENTON

Cowgirl 319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

Singer-songwriter tunes. 4 pm

KARAOKE WITH CRASH!

Cowgirl 319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

Start the week with karaoke! 7-10 pm

METZ

Meow Wolf

1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

A punk band once known for blowing out eardrums introduces a new, matured sound. (See SFR Picks, page 30.) 7 pm, $20-$25

SESELIA

The Mine Shaft Tavern

2846 Hwy. 14, Madrid, (505) 473-0743

Bluegrass music. 5 pm

THEATER

YOUNG CREATORS

PROJECT

Santa Fe Public Library (Southside) 6599 Jaguar Drive, (505) 955-2820

Theater skills for ages 9-16. 3:45-5:30 pm

TUE/30

BOOKS/LECTURES

RIDE THE HIGH COUNTRY Collected Works Bookstore 202 Galisteo St., (505) 988-4226

Reporter Robert Nott discusses how Ride the High Country evolved the Western genre. 6 pm

MUSIC

LATIN SINDUSTRY NIGHT

Boxcar 133 W Water St., (505) 988-7222

Music with DJ DMonic and 10% off for service workers. 10 pm

LORDS OF ACID

Meow Wolf 1352 Rufina Circle, (505) 395-6369

A trailblazer in the electronic dance music realm performs. 6 pm, $30-$35

SLIM BAWB

Cowgirl

319 S Guadalupe St., (505) 982-2565

A singer-songwriter plays “swamp music.” 4 pm

THE DOWNTOWN BLUES

JAM

Evangelo’s

200 W San Francisco St, (505) 982-9014

Live, local blues. 8:30-11:30 pm

WORKSHOP

FAMILY CRAFTERNOON: WEAVING WONDERS

La Farge Library 1730 Llano St., (505) 820-0292

Try your hand at weaving! 3:30-5 pm

HEAL YOUR MIND, HEAL YOUR LIFE

Santa Fe Women’s Club 1616 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 983-9455

Discover the mind’s spaciousness through meditation.

6 pm, $10

ONGOING

ART

27TH PLACITAS STUDIO TOUR PREVIEW

Placitas Community Library 453 Hwy. 165, Placitas, (505) 867-3355

An exhibition previewing the work of 79 artists to be spread around 61 locations in Placitas.

AN INNOCENT LOVE:

ANIMAL SCULPTURE

ARTISTS OF NEW MEXICO

Canyon Road Contemporary Art 622 Canyon Road, (505) 983-0433

The cutest little animal sculptures you ever did see.

AN IRIS BETWEEN US smoke the moon

616 1/2 Canyon Road, smokethemoon.com

Cory Feder and Jieun Reiner express their heritage through clay pigment and oil paintings.

BRIAN FLEETWOOD: PLACE/HOLDING

Axle Contemporary Multiple Locations, (505) 670-5854

Fleetwood (Mvskoke Creek) transforms single-use plastics into wearable art in a mobile exhibnit. Find out its next location on Instragram, at @axlecontemporary.

CALLA KLESSIG SENTIĆ

New Concept Gallery 610 Canyon Road, (505) 795-7570

Sentić’s work shows deep love and reverence for the land, sky and their inhabitants.

DANIEL JOHNSTON: NOW IS NOWHERE ELSE

Gerald Peters Contemporary 1011 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 954-5700

Contemporary potter Johnston presents clay brick works.

EARTH & ALTAR

Folklore

370 Garcia St., (925) 408-2907

Paintings by Jessyjo Darling and ceramics by Debra Fritts.

EL MOISÉS: ARTE FILOSO

Keep Contemporary

142 Lincoln Ave., (505) 557-9574

Acrylic works utilize MexicanAmerican pop culture visuals.

ELIZABETH HOHIMER: MAPS OF AFFECTION

Gerald Peters Contemporary 1011 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 954-5700

Woven paintings.

ETHEL FISHER: PORTRAITS OF THE SUBLIME

LewAllen Galleries 1613 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 988-3250

Paintings with alluring psychological depth and tension.

FROM SOUTH AFRICA TO SOUTH LA

Aaron Payne Fine Art 1708 Lena St., (505) 995-9779

African and African American works from the 1950s to now.

GHOST BOY

Keep Contemporary

142 Lincoln Ave., (505) 557-9574

Surrealist ink and watercolor works, with many starring a character named Ghost Boy.

JOON HEE KIM: YOU, ME, US

Kouri + Corrao Gallery 3213 Calle Marie, (505) 820-1888

Kim's ceramic works examine her heritage.

MARK GORDON: IRISES AND ROSES

Collected Works

Bookstore 202 Galisteo St., (505) 988-4226

Floral artworks.

MORGAN BARNARD: INTERSECTIONS

Center for Contemporary Arts

1050 Old Pecos Trail, (505) 982-1338

Through audio-visual displays and data art, viewers can explore art, technology and the human experience.

NIGHT DRIVE

Best Western 4328 Airport Road, (713) 530-7066

Scenes that merge sleepy gulf coasts with the landscape of the LA freeways.

RANDALL WILSON:

EARTH AND SKY

Gerald Peters Contemporary

1011 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 954-5700

Sculptor Wilson's wood carvings are anchored in the folkart tradition of the Southwest.

ROGER DEAKINS: BYWAYS

Obscura Gallery

225 Delgado St., (505) 577-6708

A photo exhibition by British cinematographer Deakins.

ROGER WINTER: JAZZ SET

Gerald Peters Contemporary 1011 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 954-5700

Winter uses a bright palette and repeated motifs in paintings of his favorite jazz musicians.

SAM SCOTT: DEEP NATURE

Pie Projects

924B Shoofly St., (505) 372-7681

Watercolor and oil paintings of nature's major systems: the forest, oceans and mountains.

TIM REED: SILLY LOVE

SONGS

Iconik Coffee Roasters (Original)

1600 Lena St., (505) 428-0996

Painter and illustrator Reed's psychedelic multimedia works. More on display at Iconik's Red and Lupe locations.

UFO, SIGHTINGS, VISIONS

AND THE UNEXPLAINED

Phil Space

1410 Second St., (505) 983-7945

A multimedia exhibit illustrating all facets of UFO phenom, from serious inquiry to playful pop culture.

WOMEN SPIRIT 2024

art is gallery santa fe 419 Canyon Road, (505) 629-2332

An exhibit celebrating the gallery's women artists with fine art, fiber art, jewelry and weavings.

MUSEUMS

More than 100 historic sculptures utilizing Mexican cartonería (paper and paste) are on display at the Museum of International Folk Art’s La Cartonería Mexicana / The Mexican Art of Paper and Paste exhibit.

GEORGIA O’KEEFFE

MUSEUM

217 Johnson St., (505) 946-1000

Making a Life. Rooted in Place. 10 am-5 pm, Thurs-Mon, $20 (under 18 free)

IAIA MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY NATIVE ARTS

108 Cathedral Place, (505) 983-8900

Womb of the Earth: Cosmovision of the Rainforest. Inuk Silis Høegh: Arctic Vertigo. The Stories We Carry. Our Stories. Origins. 2023-2024 IAIA BFA

Exhibition: Indigenous Presence, Indigenous Futures.

10 am-4 pm, Wed-Sat, Mon,

11 am-4 pm, Sun, $5-$10 Free admission every Friday

MUSEUM OF INDIAN ARTS AND CULTURE

710 Camino Lejo, (505) 476-1269

Down Home. Here, Now and Always. Horizons: Weaving Between the Lines with Diné Textiles.

10 am-5 pm, $7-$12, NM residents free first Sunday of the month

MUSEUM OF INTERNATIONAL FOLK ART

706 Camino Lejo, (505) 476-1204

Ghhúunayúkata / To Keep Them Warm: The Alaska Native Parka. La Cartonería

Mexicana / The Mexican Art of Paper and Paste.

Protection: Adaptation and Resistance. Multiple Visions: A Common Bond.

10 am-5 pm, $3-$12, NM residents free first Sunday of the month

NEW MEXICO HISTORY

MUSEUM

113 Lincoln Ave., (505) 476-5200

The Santos of New Mexico. Silver and Stones: Collaborations in Southwest Jewelry. 10 am-5 pm, Sat-Thurs, 10 am7 pm, Fri; $7-$12, NM residents free 5-7 pm first Fri. of the month

MUSEUM OF ENCAUSTIC ART

18 County Road 55A, (505) 424-6487

Permanent collection. Encaustic artists from every US state. 11 am-4 pm, Fri-Sun, $10 (18 and under free)

MUSEUM OF SPANISH COLONIAL ART

750 Camino Lejo, (505) 982-2226

What Lies Behind the Vision of Chimayo Weavers. 1 -4 pm, Wed-Fri, $10, children free

NEW MEXICO

MUSEUM OF ART

107 W Palace Ave., (505) 476-5063

Selections from the 20th Century Collection. Out West: Gay and Lesbian Artists in the Southwest 1900-1969. Art of the Bullfight.

10 am-5 pm, Sat-Thurs, 10 am7 pm, Fri; $7-$12, NM residents free 5-7 pm every Fri. May-Oct.

SITE SANTA FE 1606 Paseo de Peralta, (505) 989-1199

Arturo Herrera: You Are Here. Erin Shirreff: Folded Stone. Carmen Herrera: I Am Nobody!

Who Are You?.

10 am-5 pm Sun-Mon, Thurs, Sat, 10 am- 7 pm, Fri.

POEH CULTURAL CENTER

78 Cities of Gold Road, (505) 455-5041

Di Wae Powa. Nah Poeh Meng. 10 am-5 pm, Mon-Fri, $7-$10

VLADEM

CONTEMPORARY

404 Montezuma Ave., (505) 476-5602

Shadow and Light. 10 am-5 pm, Sat-Thurs, 10 am7 pm, Fri; $7-$12, NM residents free 5-7 pm every Fri. May-Oct.

WHEELWRIGHT

MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN

704 Camino Lejo, (505) 982-4636

Masterglass: The Collaborative Spirit of Tony Jojola. Pathfinder:

40 Years of Marcus Amerman. Journeying Through the Archives of the Wheelwright Museum. 10 am-4 pm, Tues-Sat, $10

Lensic Performing Arts Center

Santa Fe Pro Musica Orchestra

Thomas O’Connor , conductor laureate

Polyphony: Voices of New Mexico

ANNA CLYNE Within Her Arms MOZART Requiem 505.988.4640

JONESIN’ CROSSWORD

“Four Cheers”— the long answers point to a common goal. by Matt Jones

Rob Brezsny Week of April 24th

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Have you ever gotten your mind, heart, and soul in sweet alignment with the spiritual beauty of money? An opportunity to do that is available. During the next four weeks, you can cultivate an almost mystical communion with the archetype of well-earned wealth. What does that mean? Well, you could be the beneficiary of novel insights and hot tips about how best to conduct your finances. You might get intuitions about actions you could take to bring more riches into your life. Be alert for help from unexpected sources. You may notice that the more generous you are, the more the world’s generosity will flow your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Bordering the Pacific Ocean for a thousand miles, Chile’s Atacama Desert is a place of stark and startling beauty. Unfortunately, its pristine landscape is also a dumping ground for vast amounts of discarded clothes that people bought cheaply, wore out quickly, and didn’t want anymore. Is there any other place on earth that more poignantly symbolizes the overlap of sacred and profane? In the coming weeks, Taurus, you will possess a special aptitude for succeeding in situations with metaphorical resemblances to the Atacama. You will have an enhanced power to inject ingenious changes wherever messiness is mixed with elegance, wherever blemished beauty requires redemption, and wherever lyrical truths need to be rescued from careless duplicity or pretense.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): My Gemini friend Alicia thrives on having a quick, acute, whirling-dervishlike intelligence. It’s one of her strong points now, but it wasn’t always. She says she used to be hyperactive. She thought of serenity as boring— “like some wan, bland floral tea.” But after years of therapy, she is joyous to have discovered “a kind of serenity that’s like sweet, frothy hot chocolate spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg.” I’m guessing that many of you Geminis have been evolving in a similar direction in recent months—and will climax this excellent period of relaxing growth in the coming weeks.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): All Cancerians who read this oracle are automatically included on the Primal Prayer Power List. During the next 13 days, my team of 13 Prayer Warriors and I will sing incantations to nurture your vigor, sovereignty, and clarity of purpose. We will envision your dormant potentials ripening. We will call on both human and divine allies to guide you in receiving and bestowing the love that gives your life supreme meaning. How should you prepare for this flood of blessings? Start by having a long talk with yourself in which you describe exactly why you deserve these gifts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A meme on Instagram said, “The day I stopped worrying about what other people think of me was the day I became free.” This sentiment provokes mixed feelings in me. I agree it’s liberating not to be obsessed with what people think of us. On the other hand, I believe we should indeed care about how we affect others. We are wise to learn from them about how we can be our best selves. Our “freedom” includes the discernment to know which ideas people have about us are worth paying attention to and which are best forgotten and ignored. In my opinion, Leo, these are important themes for you to ruminate on right now.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia is a holy place for Islam. Jerusalem is the equivalent for Judaism, and the Vatican is for Catholicism. Other spiritual traditions regard natural areas as numinous and exalting. For instance, the Yoruba people of Nigeria cherish Osun-Osogbo, a sacred grove of trees along the Osun River. I’d love it if there were equivalent sanctuaries for you, Virgo—where you could go to heal and recharge whenever you need to. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to identify power spots like these. If there are no such havens for you, find or create some.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In my astrological opinion, you are entering a period when you can turn any potential breakdown into a breakthrough. If a spiritual emergency arises, I predict you will use it to rouse wisdom that sparks your emergence from numbness and apathy. Darkness will be your ally because it will be the best place to access hidden strength and untapped resources. And here’s the best news of all: Unripe and wounded parts of your psyche will get healing upgrades as you navigate your way through the intriguing mysteries.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): According to my astrological perspective, you are entering a phase when you could dramatically refine how relationships function in your life. To capitalize on the potential, you must figure out how to have fun while doing the hard work that such an effort will take. Here are three questions to get you started. 1 What can you do to foster a graceful balance between being too selfcentered and giving too much of yourself? 2. Are there any stale patterns in your deep psyche that tend to undermine your love life? If so, how could you transform or dissolve them? 3. Given the fact that any close relationship inevitably provokes the dark sides of both allies, how can you cultivate healthy ways to deal with that?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I feel sad when I see my friends tangling with mediocre problems. The uninspiring dilemmas aren’t very interesting and don’t provoke much personal growth. They use up psychic energy that could be better allocated. Thankfully, I don’t expect you to suffer this bland fate in the coming weeks, Sagittarius. You will entertain high-quality quandaries. They will call forth the best in you. They will stimulate your creativity and make you smarter and kinder and wilder. Congratulations on working diligently to drum up such rich challenges!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In 1894, a modest Agave ferox plant began its life at a botanical garden in Oxford, England. By 1994, a hundred years later, it had grown to be six feet tall but had never bloomed. Then one December day, the greenhouse temperature accidentally climbed above 68 degrees F. During the next two weeks, the plant grew twice as tall. Six months later, it bloomed bright yellow flowers for the first time. I suspect metaphorically comparable events will soon occur for you, Capricorn. They may already be underway.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Have you felt a longing to be nurtured? Have you fantasized about asking for support and encouragement and mentoring? If so, wonderful! Your intuition is working well! My astrological analysis suggests you would dramatically benefit from basking in the care and influence of people who can elevate and champion you; who can cherish and exalt you; who can feed and inspire you. My advice is to pursue the blessings of such helpers without inhibition or apology. You need and deserve to be treated like a vibrant treasure.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In his book Attention Deficit Disorder: A Different Perception, Thom Hartmann theorizes that distractibility may have been an asset for our ancestors. Having a short attention span meant they were ever alert for possible dangers and opportunities in their environment. If they were out walking at night, being lost in thought could prevent them from tuning into warning signals from the bushes. Likewise, while hunting, they would benefit from being ultrareceptive to fleeting phenomena and ready to make snap decisions. I encourage you to be like a hunter in the coming weeks, Pisces. Not for wild animals, but for wild clues, wild signs, and wild help.

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v. CYNTHIA DIANE CLARKE, individually, and as PROBATE COURT PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF DECEDENT MATHIEU CANTOU CLARKE’S ESTATE, and as SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE MATHIEU CLARKE SEPARATE PROPERTY TRUST; Defendants/Respondents.

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