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A photo of Vernon's Speakeasy restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(5241)
$$$$
• Steak • Albuquerque
Booked 23 times today
Vernon's Speakeasy is the only speakeasy restaurant in New Mexico! We feature exquisite steaks and seafood and American cuisine in a superb dining atmosphere. The culmination of live music, great food and top notch service, as well as the need for "the Password", create an atmosphere and dining experience that surely proves to be one of a kind.
A photo of Teddy Roe’s restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(160)
$$$$
• American • Albuquerque
Booked 14 times today
A speakeasy in the lovely Nob Hill neighborhood, with delicious classic cocktails and tantalizing seasonal house libations. An incredible food menu that's small yet thoughtfully crafted. A dark and mysterious atmosphere is where you can enjoy weekly food and cocktail specials, while enjoying the weekly rotating local jazz musicians. If you're looking for the perfect getaway from the daily routine, Teddy Roe's is Albuquerque's best kept secret!
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4.8
Exceptional(297)
$$$$
• Southwest • Santa Fe
Booked 47 times today
Cafe Pasqual's serves global offerings from old Mexico, Mediterranea and wherever else our compass points. Seasonally inspired organic product, consciously sourced, a wide-ranging menu includes ingredients of the finest quality. All our cuisine is made in-house. We bake, we churn, we saute, we grill. We are delighted to accommodate dietary modifications. Vegan and GF friendly. We offer a full selection of spirits, biodynamic wine and locally brewed beer. Please join our friendly staff in our art -filled, historic, corner adobe building one block southwest of the downtown plaza.
A photo of Leo's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(65)
$$$$
• Southeast Asian • Santa Fe
Booked 11 times today
Main dining area is communal and bar seating: Walk-ins only. We offer a limited number of reservations each night.Seating may be on our enclosed patio, or in the dining room, at the restaurants discretion.Leo’s is a neighborhood restaurant and bar offering homestyle cooking inspired by the cuisines of Thailand and Malaysia—as well as natural wines, experimental cocktails. We take pride in sourcing ingredients from local farmers, markets and vendors. Leo’s is a collaboration between James Beard Foundation Award–winning chef Zakary Pelaccio and designer, woodworker, and cook Jonathan Boyd, with Stella Achenbach as executive chef.The name honors the building’s former owner, Leo CdeBaca, whose family built and operated the space as a gas station and auto shop from the 1950s until 2015, when it found new life as the Boyd & Allister furniture studio.Reservations will be held for 15 minutes. After 30 minutes we will charge a No Show Fee of $25.00 per person.
A photo of TerraCotta Wine Bistro restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2603)
$$$$
• Global, International • Santa Fe
Booked 11 times today
TerraCotta Wine Bistro in Santa Fe, NM is described as 'cozy', 'casual', and 'informal' by many reviewers. It's the perfect spot for an intimate meal or large gatherings. The 'warm and comfortable' decor, 'romantic but fun' atmosphere, and 'friendly service' contribute to its cozy ambiance. It's also a 'peaceful' and 'quiet' place, perfect for 'comfortable dinners' and 'intimate meals'.
A photo of La Mama restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(113)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Santa Fe
Booked 2 times today
## La Mama: A Santa Fe GemLocated steps from The Plaza, La Mama is a wine bar, restaurant, cafe and specialty market. By day this spot pulls fresh coffee and serves up full breakfast and lunch offerings. The lovingly rendered, light-filled 1915 bungalow has ground floor banquettes, a cozy mezzanine, a charming covered front porch and a convivial backyard patio. By night, La Mama transforms into a delicious dinner hang out serving food crafted from local and seasonal ingredients alongside a full list of natural wines, local tap beers and an extensive selection of non-alcoholic beverages. Start your meal with house-made focaccia with whipped local-milk ricotta, organic chicken liver paté or lamb crepinette. Continue on to larger dishes like the veg-friendly winter squash gnocchi garnished with piñon dust or the confit duck with black lentils and chard. Finish it all with something sweet like the salt-baked apple.
A photo of Corn Maiden restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(415)
$$$$
• Southwest • Santa Ana Pueblo
Booked 2 times today
Corn Maiden is the signature restaurant in the Hyatt Regency Tamaya. The experience starts like no other when you enter the restaurant, the ambiance is that of tranquility and warmth of a New Mexican pueblo home. Locally raised chef George Silva, has carefully crafted a menu based on the flavors of the region; prepared with elevated techniques to give a new interpretation to classic indigenous fare. Enjoy one of our signature dishes with a hand-crafted cocktail featuring uniquely New Mexican and American spirits with mixers sourced from the property and Rio Grande valley.
A photo of La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4033)
$$$$
• Southwest • Santa Fe
Booked 44 times today
La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza is a cozy spot with an old-world charm. As one reviewer noted, it has an 'outdoorsy feel with trees in the courtyard and nice lighting', creating a lovely ambiance. The menu boasts 'old favorites with New World influences and authentic New Mexican cuisine'. It's a place where you can dine comfortably and make memories in, as one review mentioned it as 'Santa Fe’s gathering place'.
A photo of Radish & Rye restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3357)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Santa Fe
Booked 10 times today
Join us for one of Santa Fe's most unique dining experiences! We call it farm inspired cuisine with southern sensibilities. There's a reason Edible Magazine has awarded us Best Restaurant, Best Cocktail Program, and Best Chef. We pride ourselves on sourcing, and work with local and regional vendors to bring you the freshest food we can find. Our bar program is focused on American brown spirits with over 175 bourbons, ryes, and American single malts! And we also have an award winning wine list! Come and see why radish & rye is THE "don't miss" destination for tourists and locals alike.
A photo of El Pinto restaurant
4.5
Awesome(7603)
$$$$
• Mexican / Southwestern • Albuquerque
Booked 84 times today
El Pinto is open for outdoor covered patio dining and indoor seating.Open daily. Monday through Thursday from 11am-9pm. Friday & Saturday 11am-10pm. Sunday 10:30am-9pm.Nestled in the cottonwoods, El Pinto was founded with 10 tables in 1962. Twin brothers John and Jim Thomas, carry on the family tradition and have expanded El Pinto into the quintessential "Spot" for healthy and fresh New Mexican cuisine. Experience an authentic Taste of New Mexico. The Salsa Twins are pairing tradition with innovative healthy nutrition at El Pinto. El Pinto established the first and only Animal Welfare Approved laying hen program on property. 250 hens lay pasture raised eggs for daily use. An onsite green house produces over 5,000 lbs of organically grown greens. Freshness is throughout El Pinto. El Pinto uses chile from Hatch, NM, pasture raised pork from Kyzer Farms, and local grass fed beef.
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  • BarbaraGold
    Dallas - Fort Worth •120 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We were at Leo’s for the first time last night . We were seated in their new patio which was light and bright . We started with a frozen martini. And several beers for my friends . We loved everything and especially Lucio ! Awesome server ! The snap peas, the pork Laab , The Whole Dorade . The little things The cute rice pouches Lots of herbs ! It was wonderful ! We are so happy you take reservations !
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    Leo's$$$$• Southeast Asian• Santa Fe
    4.6
  • Tim
    Fort Lauderdale •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We visited here for a birthday dinner and would definitely return. It felt special in every way -- the staff was nice and attentive, recognized the birthday celebration right when we entered. The food was amazing. Great place!
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    TerraCotta Wine Bistro$$$$• Global, International• Santa Fe
    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Amazing experience! I didn't know that a speakeasy could be this great and all encompassing with great food too! The service was phenomenal too. I would definitely go back!
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    Teddy Roe’s$$$$• American• Albuquerque
    4.9
  • S .
    New Mexico •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a very nice lunch in a beautiful setting to celebrate our friend’s 91st Birthday which included a surprise complimentary dessert!
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    Julia – A Spirited Restaurant & Bar$$$$• American• Santa Fe
    4.5
  • Sheila
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 21, 2026
    Excellent food and service! We really enjoyed it.
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    Vernon's Speakeasy$$$$• Steak• Albuquerque
    4.9
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