Arizona
This hip gourmet pizzeria goes the extra mile to ensure authenticity: the chef earned her dough-stretching stripes in Naples, the oven burns wood, the…
Must-see restaurants in The Southwest
Arizona
Wine newbies and grape connoisseurs are equally happy at this breezy, brick-walled bistro that serves ahi tuna burgers, a 'Tuscan' berry salad with goat's…
Arizona
This tiny cafe packs a big, delicious punch. Savor a scrambled-egg quesadilla with hatch chilies, beans and pico de gallo at breakfast, or a vegan…
Arizona
Put some Bill Haley on the jukebox, slip into a horseshoe booth and be transported back to the happy days of the ’50s in this charming little retro diner…
New Mexico
This amazing, cavernous barnlike structure, on a rundown farm 12 miles east via US 549 (follow Pine St), is filled with stuffed animals from mouflon to…
Taos
Locals and tourists alike converge on this old favorite because the menu is long, the food's reliably good, it's an easy place for kids, and the in-house…
Wasatch Mountains
The deck out back provides a lovely view of Heber Valley's green pastures and surrounding mountains. Locally sourced ingredients make all the difference…
Albuquerque
A rare chance to sample the real local cuisine, with dishes such as blue-corn porridge for breakfast, Tewa tacos for lunch – the Pueblo take on Indian fry…
Sedona
Stunning mountain views and divine (if steeply priced) Latin-inspired food from the grill are the hallmarks of this upmarket option from local celebrity…
New Mexico
A culinary oasis in the middle of nowhere (aka '7 miles west of Reserve'). Aside from creative renditions of typical diner fare, the Adobe features…
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Flagstaff
This tiny gem, attached to a catering business, is well hidden in the back of an industrial strip – look for the inviting orange awning jutting out from a…
Las Vegas
It's plenty refreshing for a new Italian restaurant opening in Vegas to eschew the Neopolitan pizza craze that is sweeping the city. Even better, the 56th…
New Mexico
Diane's is the local restaurant of choice, especially for weekend breakfasts. If you visit then, order the Hatch Benedict eggs, doused with chile. There's…
New Mexico
Relaxed, friendly bistro, tucked away downtown between the two main drags, which serves Asian-inspired dishes at good prices. Think spicy peanut noodles…
Las Vegas
At Holsteins, hand-crafted burgers are championship-worthy, as are all-American classics with a gourmet twist – pork nugget fries, fried cheese curds, and…
Las Vegas
The flamboyant decor at this upscale yet casual pan-Asian eatery includes blood-red walls, giant golden pears and, for good measure, a 27ft-long crystal…
Santa Fe
A casual offshoot of the all-but-identical La Boca restaurant in the courtyard off Lincoln Ave, this relaxed central tapas bar offers a changing but…
Southwestern Utah
Coffee shop and lodging open year-round, making it a great option when many of the area's businesses close for the winter. A very welcoming place serving…
Arizona
The pork, brisket and andouille sausage are smoked to a turn at this popular Beale St barbecue joint – just order your protein, choose your sides, grab a…
Wasatch Mountains
The changing menu at this small restaurant with outdoor seating features mostly locally sourced organic ingredients, along with craft cocktails and local…
High Country Restaurant & Saloon
New Mexico
The round-the-clock throng of diners tells you this Wild West restaurant, at the Y-junction south of town, is something out of the ordinary. Whether you…
Tucson
A mid-20th-century-modern throwback in Tucson's midtown, Tito & Pep features John Martinez' chef-driven fare hot off the mesquite-fired grill: think lamb…
Las Vegas
While star chef Bobby Flay doesn't cook on the premises, his bold signature menu of spicy Southwestern fare is usually satisfying, whether it's a New…
Tucson
While Boca looks divey from the outside, the cuisine leans gourmet, with fillings like lime-and-chipotle shrimp, curried cauliflower and chicken mole all…
Las Vegas
La Comida serves up authentic Mexican dishes (soups, salads, tacos, enchiladas), in a welcoming environment conducive to making new friends. Throw some…
Taos
This longtime favorite strikes a perfect balance of relaxed and refined. Everything on the largely Italian menu, from pasta specials to rosemary chicken,…
Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks
This rustic farm-to-table restaurant offers the only gourmet dining in East Zion, plus beer and wine. Think organic salads, Montana bison burgers, and…
La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
Phoenix
Buzzing from daybreak until well after sundown, this bustling gourmet market, bakery, cafe and pizzeria is good for a muffin and coffee at breakfast, a…
Albuquerque
A popular downtown rendezvous, the cafe downstairs is usually packed with people enjoying imaginative comfort food, from green chile mac-and-cheese to…
New Mexico
Slide into a booth at this busy old-timer for a generous serving of Gallup atmosphere. Keep it simple with a bowl of green or red chile, or, if you haven…
Wasatch Mountains
The 10th-floor Aerie at Cliff Lodge is worth a splurge for the views alone. Gaze out 15ft windows to spectacular mountain vistas while sampling tuna…
Arizona
This beloved hamburger joint, perched high on a hill and often packed, has only grown in popularity over the years. Come here for awesome views, solid…
Santa Fe
A longtime foodie favorite, featuring the contemporary American creations of much-lauded chef and owner Mark Kiffin. Ingredients are always fresh, and…
Annapurna's World Vegetarian Cafe
Albuquerque
This awesome vegetarian and vegan cafe, one block south of Route 66 and part of a small local chain, serves fresh, tasty Indian specialties, including…
Southwestern Utah
Once considered one of southern Utah's best restaurants for its highly stylized Southwestern cooking, the Diablo draws mixed reviews nowadays after new…
Phoenix
With buzzy energy spilling from its central bar, relaxed, efficient staff, craft beers, $5 'pitchas' till 5pm daily and a great take on upscale comfort…
New Mexico
With no sign of its presence outside, this plaza coffee-and-sandwich shop is not easy to spot. Once inside, though, it’s enormous, housed in a weaving…
Santa Fe
Casual neighborhood hangout, west of the Railyard, where the chef, from El Salvador, adds his own twists to classic New Mexican and American brunch…
Sedona
Yes, it's a bit odd to choose to eat at an airport, on a patio next to airplanes, but 'airport' is a misnomer – it's really more of a landing strip for…
Taos
Vegetarians rejoice – at this casual Middle Eastern place, there's no meat anywhere. Even if the falafel doesn’t quite achieve the stated aim to promote…
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