Guidebook for Taos
Food Scene
Bean to Bar chocolate and coffee. Chocolate shots, chocolate mousse... and the list goes on. I like the basic chocolate in a shot glass.
36 locals recommend
Chokola'
100-198 Juan Largo LnBean to Bar chocolate and coffee. Chocolate shots, chocolate mousse... and the list goes on. I like the basic chocolate in a shot glass.
Decent burgers, sides and salads at a central location.
66 locals recommend
The Burger Stand @ Taos Ale House
401 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteDecent burgers, sides and salads at a central location.
Spanish and New Mexican fusion influenced restaurant... one of my favorite restaurants because of the classy yet comfort-foody experience I get every time I go here. In the Summer you can sit outside and enjoy the views.
14 locals recommend
El Meze
1017 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteSpanish and New Mexican fusion influenced restaurant... one of my favorite restaurants because of the classy yet comfort-foody experience I get every time I go here. In the Summer you can sit outside and enjoy the views.
Decent breakfast and brunch spot with organic ingredients. This is a classic diner.
24 locals recommend
Taos Diner II
216 Paseo Del Pueblo SurDecent breakfast and brunch spot with organic ingredients. This is a classic diner.
PärCht Wine Bottleshop + Bites is located on the beautiful and historic plaza in a downstairs intimate setting.
29 locals recommend
Parcht
103 E PlazaPärCht Wine Bottleshop + Bites is located on the beautiful and historic plaza in a downstairs intimate setting.
This is where I go when I want something above average. And since the main restaurant is a little spendy, I like to go upstairs to the "Treehouse Bar" and have bar food and drinks. They have good happy hour deals as well and the atmosphere is relaxed.
97 locals recommend
Lambert's of Taos
123 Bent StThis is where I go when I want something above average. And since the main restaurant is a little spendy, I like to go upstairs to the "Treehouse Bar" and have bar food and drinks. They have good happy hour deals as well and the atmosphere is relaxed.
If you're a coffee snob, you may not love the espresso... but the charm and iconic location is worth visiting otherwise.
59 locals recommend
World Cup Café
102 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteIf you're a coffee snob, you may not love the espresso... but the charm and iconic location is worth visiting otherwise.
Healthy, affordable, tasty, made from scratch, vegetarian Middle Eastern food. I like the Israeli breakfast, personally.
10 locals recommend
El Gamal
112 Dona Luz StHealthy, affordable, tasty, made from scratch, vegetarian Middle Eastern food. I like the Israeli breakfast, personally.
My favorite Pizza in Taos. In warmer nights the outdoor view is spectacular.
62 locals recommend
Pizanos
23 NM-150My favorite Pizza in Taos. In warmer nights the outdoor view is spectacular.
Unique place with a menu based on a large hearth. Good wine selection and pairings. Relaxed, like nearly everywhere in Taos and great views at outside tables.
30 locals recommend
Common Fire
88 NM-150Unique place with a menu based on a large hearth. Good wine selection and pairings. Relaxed, like nearly everywhere in Taos and great views at outside tables.
The Love Apple
803 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteConsistently great food, atmosphere and service.
Average food, but the ingredients are fresh. This location is worth the visit to sit outside and have brunch or just a coffee and pastry.
50 locals recommend
Farmhouse Cafe and Bakery
1405 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteAverage food, but the ingredients are fresh. This location is worth the visit to sit outside and have brunch or just a coffee and pastry.
The Restaurant in the hotel next door is pretty good, and they have a large bar and sometimes I even like to just walk over there for a coffee and lounge in the lounge. It's going to be slightly above average prices in exchange for the convenience and atmosphere.
18 locals recommend
El Monte Sagrado
317 Kit Carson RdThe Restaurant in the hotel next door is pretty good, and they have a large bar and sometimes I even like to just walk over there for a coffee and lounge in the lounge. It's going to be slightly above average prices in exchange for the convenience and atmosphere.
Drinks & Nightlife
Best place to have a beer... lots of room to spread out and areas to suit your mood.
86 locals recommend
Taos Mesa Brewing Taos Tap Room
201 Paseo Del Pueblo SurBest place to have a beer... lots of room to spread out and areas to suit your mood.
Good beer and live music. Outdoor stages often host unique events. Family friendly feel and very relaxed. About as Taos as it gets.
122 locals recommend
Taos Mesa Brewing
20 ABC Mesa RdGood beer and live music. Outdoor stages often host unique events. Family friendly feel and very relaxed. About as Taos as it gets.
One of the most iconic spots in Taos... if you want to get a drink and hear some music in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere.
91 locals recommend
The Historic Taos Inn
125 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteOne of the most iconic spots in Taos... if you want to get a drink and hear some music in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere.
Parks & Nature
Walking, jogging, playground for kids. Lots of outdoor concerts and events are held here.
23 locals recommend
Kit Carson Park
211 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteWalking, jogging, playground for kids. Lots of outdoor concerts and events are held here.
After ski-season, Taos Ski Valley is a great place for hikes. You can also reward yourself on arriving back down at one of the several restaurants that operate there year-round.
240 locals recommend
Taos Ski Valley
116 Sutton PlaceAfter ski-season, Taos Ski Valley is a great place for hikes. You can also reward yourself on arriving back down at one of the several restaurants that operate there year-round.
Essentials
The place for groceries in town with the widest and healthiest selection.
123 locals recommend
Cid's Food Market
623 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteThe place for groceries in town with the widest and healthiest selection.
Specialty grocery store that has more boutique items than Cid's Grocery, and less selection. They are also open on Sundays.
10 locals recommend
Taos Market
910 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteSpecialty grocery store that has more boutique items than Cid's Grocery, and less selection. They are also open on Sundays.
Not where I buy groceries on a regular basis (see Cid's) but if you need no-fuss items, milk, butter, ice, wine, beer or to grab something you forgot this is the closest place.
93 locals recommend
Smith's Food and Drug
224 Paseo Del Pueblo SurNot where I buy groceries on a regular basis (see Cid's) but if you need no-fuss items, milk, butter, ice, wine, beer or to grab something you forgot this is the closest place.
Arts & Culture
Best place to see movies if you aren't 100% into blockbusters. The films are handpicked by a curator who has a long history in the film festival circuit. The venue is also used for theatre and community events.
17 locals recommend
Taos Center for the Arts
133 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteBest place to see movies if you aren't 100% into blockbusters. The films are handpicked by a curator who has a long history in the film festival circuit. The venue is also used for theatre and community events.
Shopping
Get yourself the warmest hat in the universe, made in New Mexico, and maybe a few other items if you're wise. Once you own one, you'll never go back.
Chocolate + Cashmere
109 E Palace AveGet yourself the warmest hat in the universe, made in New Mexico, and maybe a few other items if you're wise. Once you own one, you'll never go back.
Twirl
225 Cam De La PlacitaToy store and outdoor playground. If you have kids, they will love it.
Moby Dickens Bookshop
124 Bent StClassic local-owned bookstore. Hooray.