Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in New Mexico

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in New Mexico? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Coyote Cafe

4.8

4.8 (7518)

$31 to $50

Southwest

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Coyote Cafe & Cantina continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant.
Opened in 1987 by celebrity chef Mark Miller, the restaurant continues to celebrate modern southwestern cuisine.

Top review

LucindaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Our anniversary was made even more special by the excellent service we received from Rob and the delectable food prepared by the restaurant. The yellow tomato gazpacho was spicy but delicious. The main courses of sea bass and scallops were skillfully prepared. Rob's attentive and friendly service made the whole occasion perfect. We were extremely happy and satisfied when we left the Coyote Cafe.

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Popular dish

SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS

4.8

4.8 (5312)

$50 and over

Steak

Albuquerque

About the restaurant

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.

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Grant

Dined 5 days ago

Everything was wonderful. We really enjoyed the ambiance, wait staff and food.

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Experience

Jazz Dinner Celebration

Experience

Appetizers on the House—Code Required

D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro - Las Cruces

4.8

4.8 (80)

$30 and under

Wine Bar

Las Cruces / Mesilla

About the restaurant

Our Las Cruces restaurant has earned high praise from both locals and visitors. At D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro, our Winemaker and Master Chef have joined forces to craft a menu that beautifully combines epicurean-style dishes with our acclaimed New Mexico wines. Our inviting dining room and refreshing outdoor patio, along with a distinctive menu and selection of local wines and craft beers, set us apart as the premier dining destination in Las Cruces.

Indulge in a glass of our exceptional New Mexico wines while enjoying live music every Friday and Saturday night. During your visit, don’t miss exploring our extensive array of wine accessories, gourmet foods, local craft beers, and unique gift items. We pride ourselves on offering the finest selection of New Mexico wines, many of which are available for tasting.

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Paulette

Dined 4 days ago

Greeted at door by friendly staff. Immediately seated., waiter came to us quickly. My husband loved pot roast and glass of wine. My chicken was delicious.. we go there while traveling thru las Cruces.

Teddy Roe’s

4.8

4.8 (72)

$30 and under

American

Albuquerque

About the restaurant

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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David

Dined 3 days ago

The Teddy Roe experience is top notch. The staff and the ambiance and the food are a triple threat. Love this place! If you haven’t tried it, you really are missing out.

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Experience

Champagne Room Experience

Experience

✨ Burlesque Night at Teddy Roe’s ✨

Experience

Magic Monday With David Grimm

La Boca - Santa Fe

4.7

4.7 (5558)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Opened in 2006 by 8 time James Beard Award Nominee, Chef James Campbell Caruso.
La Boca has the feel of a lively European wine bar, featuring an extensive selection of carefully chosen Spanish wines and Sherries. Chef Caruso's Modern Spanish Cuisine is inspired by the exuberance of Spanish cooking combined with fresh, local ingredients. La Boca has been called "the most influential restaurant in Santa Fe" by the Pasatiempo Magazine and the New York Times describes the menu as "modern re-inventions of classic Spanish cuisine" Knowledgeable and animated staff graciously guide guests to the perfect wine to complement their meals. La Boca also prides itself on being an ambassador of Spanish sherry culture, transporting its guests to Jerez in the crisp cool flavors of Fino, or the deep fig-essence of a Pedro Ximenez.

Join us every Thursday and Friday night for live music on the Taberna main stage!

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GaryVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent tapas and paella! Lots of great choices.

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4.7

4.7 (12)

$30 and under

American

Albuquerque

About the restaurant

DWTNR is a high/low, east/west cocktail bar, restaurant, and swim club, where Americana comfort cooking is served alongside Pan-Asian American classics that make you feel right at home. Located on the Historic Route 66, DWTNR celebrates the crossroads of flavors that defined the 90’s American dinner table and nostalgia of a true roadside oasis welcoming guests and travelers passing through. Stationed at ARRIVE Albuquerque – join us for great cocktails, shared plates, brunch by the pool…and don’t forget to ask about the Secret Tropical menu!

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ChristopherVIP

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Our new favorite brunch place. Ate dinner on a Sunday afternoon and it was quite nice. Love the MCM atmosphere!

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Experience

Slushie Sunday

Experience

There's Always Happy Hour!

Experience

Tropical Sips & Jukebox Hits

M'tuccis Bar Roma

4.6

4.6 (959)

$30 and under

Italian

University of New Mexico South

About the restaurant

Welcome to M'tucci's! A locally owned business that loves making dishes from scratch using high quality products. We make our own sourdough bread, pasta, mozzarella cheese and more! Located in Historic Nob Hill, we have an incredible view of route 66 and a beautiful patio. We also work hard to have an amazing beverage program including hand crafted cocktails, 14 beers on draft and a large wine selection. We tend to go on a wait during high traffic hours so reservations are highly recommended. If you have any seating preferences please note them in your reservation as we have a beautiful bar along with two dining areas and a chefs bar for seating.

Parties over eight are subject to a 20% gratuity. Outside desserts are allowed, but we have a $15 outside dessert fee. We do have one complimentary dessert from our menu for celebrations!

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JoanVIP

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

It was a new find for us and we were totally delighted. The night was perfect , the food delicious and the service was excellent.

Char

4.6

4.6 (49)

$31 to $50

American

Albuquerque

About the restaurant

Char redefines New Mexican cuisine by blending contemporary innovation with the bold flavors

that define the Southwestern region. Located inside the historic Hotel Andaluz, Char offers an

elevated dining experience where every dish is a celebration of New Mexico's rich culinary heritage.

Char boasts New Mexico’s only Josper grill, and features live-fire cooking, with an emphasis on

charcoal-fired meats.

The carefully crafted menu features a modern approach to traditional New Mexican ingredients,

showcased in a contemporary style, and paired with exceptional service. Char offers refined

ambiance in an inviting atmosphere, designed to delight guests seeking an elevated and

memorable dining experience.

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PhilipVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Exceptional menu innovative cocktails solid service Definitely a dining experience one wants to repeat Kudos

Texas Club Grill & Bar

4.5

4.5 (211)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Ruidoso

About the restaurant

"The Club" changed hands again in 1992 when another local, Leon Grissom, purchased it trying his hand at running the steak house. Then in 1995, Texas natives, Jack and Mary Evans, bought "The Club" and brought in Linda Kelso from Dallas to run the kitchen. After one year, Jack and Mary decided being a restaurateur was not for them, so they sold it to Linda. She turned "The Texas Club" into what most people know it as today. Then in 2005 Linda sold the business to its current owners. While "The Club" has changed hands a few times over the years, it has always been the best place in town to find the most choice steaks, the freshest seafood, and finest wines and cocktails.

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Amy

Dined 2 days ago

Our waiter was amazing, don’t remember his name but he is here from Brazil for 3 years studying computer science. The food as always was absolutely amazing! We shared the porterhouse & you could cut it with a fork. What an awesome way to spend celebrating our 36th wedding anniversary! We also had celebrated our 29th here. We will definitely be back when we are here!!!

Doc Martin's

4.1

4.1 (610)

$30 and under

Southwest

Taos

About the restaurant

A truly Southwestern restaurant in the heart of Taos, Doc Martin's celebrates all that is New Mexico. Authentic dishes are handcrafted using local ingredients and served alongside an award-winning wine list.

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Robert

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Pretty darn brutal. I'd just go elsewhere. We had 3 errors on our experience.

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Popular dish

Doc's Chile Relleno Platter

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DOC'S CHILE RELLENO PLATTER

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Doc's Chile Relleno Appetizer

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