"This Downtown joint serves strictly New Mexican breakfasts and lunches. Order anything and expect a true taste of local tradition." Full review

"If you want to see how real Santa Fe locals look and eat, go to this friendly downtown restaurant, now in its third decade." Full review

"Spicy, very inexpensive Mexican diner west of the plaza that’s a huge hit with lunching locals. Daily except Mon 7am–2pm."

"Open for breakfast and lunch, this downtown family-owned restaurant has a regular clientele that is almost as loyal as its waitstaff, some of whom have been working here for more than 20 years." Full review

"This well-traversed diner-style landmark caters to locals and visitors (open for breakfast and lunch only )." Full review

"Know that you'll have to pick between green or red chile for many savory dishes in Santa Fe — or you can opt for a "Christmas" blend of both, a style reportedly invented at Tia Sophia's Mexican diner, best known for its breakfast burritos"

"The off-the-beaten-path and less expensive sister to the Shed, La Choza serves supertasty, supertraditional New Mexican fare." Full review

"The patio is delightful in summer. Service is friendly and efficient. The menu offers enchiladas, tacos, and burritos." Full review

"La Choza, the sister restaurant of The Shed (a bustling, touristy locale), is the locals' destination for good New Mexican eats off the beaten path." Full review

"Heaping platters of shredded-pork and red-chile tamales, ground-beef-stuffed sopaipillas, blue-corn chicken burritos, and soul-satisfying green chile—all packing plenty of fire and flavor." Full review