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The Kosmos – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 23, 2023September 25, 2023
AlbuquerqueBuffetIndianNew Mexico

Naan & Dosa – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 22, 2023September 23, 2023
AlbuquerqueChineseFusionKoreanNew Mexico

Hanmi Korean-Chinese Fusion – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 21, 2023September 22, 2023
BurgersDog FriendlyNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Rated 23Santa Fe

Santa Fe Bite – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 15, 2023September 22, 2023
AlbuquerqueBakeryDiners Drive-Ins and DivesDog FriendlyFood Network Eats New MexicoRated 24

Golden Crown Panaderia – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 10, 2023September 11, 2023
DonutsNew MexicanNew Mexico

Charlie’s Spic & Span – Las Vegas, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 9, 2023September 11, 2023
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The Skillet – Las Vegas, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 8, 2023September 19, 2023
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Bar Castañeda – Las Vegas, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 7, 2023September 19, 2023
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Mario’s Pizza & Ristorante – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 3, 2023September 6, 2023
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Basil Leaf – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 2, 2023September 3, 2023

On The New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail

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BurgersDog FriendlyNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Rated 23Santa Fe

Santa Fe Bite – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 15, 2023September 22, 2023

“This burger is a wonder. It’s thick, it’s perfectly cooked, juicy and covered in cheese… If eating a burger is a sin, this burger is…

AlbuquerqueDiners Drive-Ins and DivesFood Network Eats New MexicoNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Steak

Monte Carlo Steakhouse – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoAugust 24, 2023September 7, 2023
AlbuquerqueNew MexicanNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011

El Bruno’s Restaurante Y Cantina – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoAugust 20, 2023August 21, 2023
BurgersNew MexicoNew Mexico Culinary Treasures TrailNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011

Circle T Burgers – Belen, New Mexico

Gil GardunoApril 22, 2023May 16, 2023
BurgersNew MexicoNew Mexico Culinary Treasures TrailNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Rated 23San AntonioTravel Channel Eats New Mexico

The Owl Cafe & Bar – San Antonio, New Mexico

Gil GardunoFebruary 25, 2023February 27, 2023
AlbuquerqueBreakfastBurgersNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011

Blake’s Lotaburger – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoFebruary 12, 2023February 16, 2023
BarbecueBurgersDog FriendlyJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersNew MexicoNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Rated 24

Sparky’s Burgers, Barbecue & Espresso – Hatch, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 17, 2022June 18, 2023
BurgersNew MexicoNew Mexico Culinary Treasures TrailNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Rated 23San Antonio

Buckhorn Tavern – San Antonio, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 15, 2022September 29, 2022
AlbuquerqueBurgersDog FriendlyNew MexicoNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011

Laguna Burger (12th Street) – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoJuly 25, 2022July 25, 2022

On the Road With Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

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AlbuquerqueBakeryDiners Drive-Ins and DivesDog FriendlyFood Network Eats New MexicoRated 24

Golden Crown Panaderia – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 10, 2023September 11, 2023

“Around the world while the city still sleeps, you begin.  Some of you because that’s what your parents did.  Others, you’re the first of your…

AlbuquerqueDiners Drive-Ins and DivesFood Network Eats New MexicoNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Steak

Monte Carlo Steakhouse – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoAugust 24, 2023September 7, 2023
AlbuquerqueDiners Drive-Ins and DivesFood Network Eats New MexicoNew MexicoPolishRated 24

Red Rock Deli – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoAugust 4, 2023August 5, 2023
AlbuquerqueDiners Drive-Ins and DivesDog FriendlyFood Network Eats New MexicoNew MexicoSoul Food

Frank’s Famous Chicken & Waffles – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoJuly 1, 2023July 4, 2023
AmericanChickenColoradoDiners Drive-Ins and DivesUnited States

The Post Chicken & Beer – Estes Park, Colorado

Gil GardunoJune 12, 2023June 25, 2023
AmericanBreakfastBrunchDiners Drive-Ins and DivesDog FriendlyUnited StatesWyoming

Cafe Genevieve – Jackson, Wyoming

Gil GardunoJune 11, 2023June 26, 2023
Diners Drive-Ins and DivesDog FriendlyIdahoRussian

Alyonka Russian Cuisine – Boise, Idaho

Gil GardunoJune 6, 2023June 19, 2023
AmericanDiners Drive-Ins and DivesDog FriendlyFood Network Eats New MexicoPizzaSanta Fe

Dr. Field Goods Kitchen – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Gil GardunoMay 27, 2023May 30, 2023
Diners Drive-Ins and DivesFood Network Eats New MexicoNew MexicanNew MexicoTaos County

Ranchos Plaza Grill – Ranchos De Taos, New Mexico

Gil GardunoMay 5, 2023May 15, 2023
AfricanDiners Drive-Ins and DivesFood Network Eats New MexicoJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersRated 25Santa Fe

JAMBO CAFE – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Gil GardunoMarch 31, 2023June 18, 2023

Better Dine With Saul Goodman

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Java Joe’s – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoApril 18, 2023April 22, 2023
AlbuquerqueBetter Call SaulBreakfastItalianSandwich

Limonata Nob Hill Crepe Escape – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoJanuary 14, 2023January 15, 2023
AmericanBetter Call SaulBreakfastLos Ranchos de AlbuquerqueNew MexicanNew MexicoNew Mexico Culinary Treasures Trail

El Camino Dining Room – Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoNovember 15, 2022December 26, 2022
AlbuquerqueAmericanBetter Call SaulBreakfastNew Mexico Culinary Treasures TrailTravel Channel Eats New Mexico

K&I Diner – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoJuly 16, 2022July 21, 2022
AlbuquerqueBetter Call SaulBrunchDog FriendlyFine Dining

Vintage 423 – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 18, 2021July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueAmericanBetter Call SaulBreakfastDog FriendlyRated 23

The Grove Cafe & Market – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoJune 6, 2021July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueAmericanBetter Call SaulBreakfastBrunchDog Friendly

Cafe Lush – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoOctober 7, 2020July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueBetter Call SaulBreakfastNew Mexican

Loyola’s Family Restaurant – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoFebruary 4, 2020July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueAmericanBetter Call SaulBreakfastBurgersDog FriendlyNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011

The Owl Cafe – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoApril 18, 2019July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueBetter Call SaulHot DogsNew Mexico Culinary Treasures TrailSandwich

Dog House Drive In – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoApril 3, 2019July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueBetter Call SaulNew Mexican

Taco Sal New Mexican Restaurant – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoDecember 24, 2013July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueBetter Call SaulFine Dining

Savoy Bar & Grill – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoDecember 26, 2012July 17, 2022
AlbuquerqueBetter Call SaulClosed in 2015Gone But Not ForgottenSteak

Paul’s Monterey Inn – Albuquerque, New Mexico (CLOSED)

Gil GardunoFebruary 13, 2010July 17, 2022

2023 James Beard “Best Chef” Finalist and Semi-Finalists

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AlbuquerqueJames Beard Foundation Americas Classic Award WinnerNew MexicanNew Mexico Culinary Treasures TrailRated 27Travel Channel Eats New Mexico

MARY & TITO’S CAFE – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Gil GardunoAugust 3, 2023August 4, 2023
BasqueDog FriendlyIdahoJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersSpanish

Ansots Basque Cuisine – Boise, Idaho

Gil GardunoJune 7, 2023August 3, 2023
AfricanDiners Drive-Ins and DivesFood Network Eats New MexicoJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersRated 25Santa Fe

JAMBO CAFE – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Gil GardunoMarch 31, 2023June 18, 2023
Dog FriendlyFood TruckJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersMexicanNew MexicoSanta FeTacos

El Chile Toreado – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Gil GardunoMarch 24, 2023March 29, 2023
AsianDog FriendlyFusionJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersJapaneseMariscosMexicanRamenTacosTexas

El Charlatan – Socorro, Texas

Gil GardunoFebruary 26, 2023June 18, 2023
James Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersMexicanTacosTexas

ELEMI – El Paso, Texas

Gil GardunoFebruary 25, 2023June 18, 2023
AmericanJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersNew MexicoSanta Fe

Horno Restaurant – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Gil GardunoFebruary 20, 2023June 18, 2023
FarmingtonFine DiningJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersNative AmericanNew Mexico

Pioche Food Group – Fruitland, New Mexico

Gil GardunoFebruary 10, 2023June 18, 2023
BarbecueBurgersDog FriendlyJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersNew MexicoNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2009New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail: 2011Rated 24

Sparky’s Burgers, Barbecue & Espresso – Hatch, New Mexico

Gil GardunoSeptember 17, 2022June 18, 2023
Fine DiningJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersNew MexicoRated 26Taos County

THE LOVE APPLE – Taos, New Mexico

Gil GardunoAugust 11, 2022June 18, 2023
ArizonaDiners Drive-Ins and DivesDog FriendlyJames Beard Award (JBF) Award Nominees & WinnersMexican

Barrio Cafe – Phoenix, Arizona

Gil GardunoDecember 21, 2021June 18, 2023

Red or Green: New Mexico's Culinary Scene is On Fire

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Red or Green–New Mexico’s Food Scene Was on Fire in 2022

Gil GardunoJanuary 1, 2023January 5, 2023
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Red or Green–New Mexico’s Food Scene Was on Fire in 2021

Gil GardunoJanuary 1, 2022November 27, 2022
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Red or Green: New Mexico’s Food Scene Was On Fire in 2020

Gil GardunoJanuary 1, 2021October 6, 2022
AnnouncementsRed or Green - New Mexico Food Scene is on Fire

Red or Green–New Mexico’s Food Scene Was on Fire in 2019

Gil GardunoDecember 31, 2019October 7, 2022
AnnouncementsRed or Green - New Mexico Food Scene is on Fire

Red or Green–New Mexico’s Food Scene Was on Fire in 2018

Gil GardunoDecember 31, 2018October 7, 2022

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