Santa Fe, New Mexico

Generous portions, reasonable prices and an endless amount of barbecue food. That's what The Ranch House is all about and known for. The restaurant promises and most certainly delivers the quality that is expected by its visitors with dishes such as traditional barbecue baby back ribs and house smoked wings.

The restaurant that serves breakfast all day, every day. The menu is filled with breakfast items that will make your heart beat faster with excitement. They are known for their high quality products that they use, ranging from grass fed antibiotic free beef to cage-free eggs. This is one of the reasons why the quality of the dishes is extremely high.

A favourite restaurant of the locals, La Plazuala serves New Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. They prepare traditional recipes with an unconventional approach, which makes the dishes unique. The interior is filled with the style of the Southwest, including a huge iron chandelier, which will make you feel like you've travelled back in time.

The classy "Borrego House" was built by Geronimo Lopez in 1756, allowing guests to dine in history. The interior is adorned in adobe walling, kiva fireplaces, and wooden beams. As the recipient of the AAA Four Diamond and Mobil/Forbes 4 Star Awards, Geronimo needs little introduction. Executive chef/partner Eric DiStefano and chef de cusine Paul Novak champion a "Global Eclectic" menu that changes seasonally.

Vinaigrette is a modern eatery that pairs bold salads with protein complements. The menu features items like diver scallops, lemon-herb chicken, and grilled hanger steak that are served with a collection of fresh salads. The produce used is organically grown nearby on owner Erin Wade’s 10-acre Nambe farm.

With genuine Indian cuisine that one customer described as being "better Indian Food than in LA," India House impresses easily. The menu is endlessly delicious, from great starters like the paneer pakoras and tandoori chicken wings to entrées like the jumbo prawns and raja dinner. Make sure to visit while in Santa Fe.

Anasazi Restaurant serves fine Southwestern cuisine in an environment wrapped in elegance and esteem. The decor is rustic and lined with local and regional art. Their signature dishes span the duck enchilada molé, diver scallops, Kurobuta pork belly, achiote grilled salmon, grilled elk tenderloin, and Angus beef duet with diablo sauce. The dress code is elegant and, though reservations are not required, they are recommended.

Simply listing the accolades La Boca has received many guests more inclined to step into the Euro-inspired restaurant. Chef James is a seven-time James Beard Award Nominee for “Best Chef of the Southwest," and he was recently one of only four chefs nominated to compete in the Sherry Council of America’s “Copa Jerez International Food and Sherry Pairing Competition." The restaurant itself won the Santa Fe Reporter’s “Restaurant of the Year,” and the International Wine and Food Society’s “Award of Excellence.” Enjoy a careful selection of Mediterranean and South American wines that pair nicely with Spanish cuisine.