From Albuquerque, Arroyo Seco, Ranchos de Taos and beyond, mexico/" class="ddd-auto-link">New Mexico has sent a steady stream of restaurants to Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives over the years. We gathered the spots Guy Fieri has featured across the state, kept the ones still open and still beloved, and ranked the top 17 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your New Mexico road-trip eating list.

1. Standard Diner (Albuquerque)

American, Burger, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (5,346 Google reviews)

Standard Diner earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 5,346 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 5, Episode 9 — “Return to Route 66” (February 2, 2009)
Address: 1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Phone: +1 505-247-1421
Website: www.66diner.com
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2. Monte Carlo Steak House (Albuquerque)

Breakfast · $$ · 4.5★ (2,907 Google reviews)

Known for a knockout breakfast, Monte Carlo Steak House still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 2,907 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 3, Episode 11 — “Where The Locals Go” (June 23, 2008)
• Season 21, Episode 16 — “Memorable Moms” (December 24, 2014)
Address: 3916 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Phone: +1 505-836-9886
Website: www.facebook.com/Monte-Carlo-Steakhouse-and-Liquor-Store-161613480542493
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3. Frank’s Famous Chicken & Waffles (Albuquerque)

American, Mexican, Chicken, Breakfast, Sandwich, Southern · $ · 4.5★ (2,276 Google reviews)

The American classics at Frank’s Famous Chicken & Waffles clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 2,276 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 1 — “Chicken 'Cross the Globe” (December 17, 2021)
Address: 400 Washington St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone: +1 505-261-9458
Website: franksfamouschickenandwaffles.com/utm_sourcegoogle
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4. Tune-Up Café (Santa Fe)

Other · $$ · 4.5★ (2,235 Google reviews)

Tune-Up Café is one of the area’s go-to spots for a one-of-a-kind menu, with a strong 4.5 stars from 2,235 reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 5, Episode 7 — “Neighborhood Favorites” (January 19, 2009)
• Season 27, Episode 11 — “All in the Family” (October 27, 2017)
Address: 1115 Hickox St, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: +1 505-983-7060
Website: tuneupsantafe.com
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5. Jambo Cafe (Santa Fe)

Sandwich, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.7★ (2,110 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for over-stuffed sandwiches, Jambo Cafe keeps a 4.7-star rating across 2,110 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 6 — “Sammies and Stew” (October 28, 2013)
Address: 2010 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: +1 505-473-1269
Website: www.jambocafe.net
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6. Golden Crown Restaurant (Albuquerque)

Pizza, Sandwich, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (1,960 Google reviews)

Golden Crown Restaurant earned its spot on the show for pizza that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 1,960 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 23, Episode 16 — “Ultimate Turkey Fest” (November 19, 2015)
Address: 1103 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: +1 505-243-2424
Website: goldencrown.biz/wp
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7. Torinos (Albuquerque)

Seafood, Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean · $$ · 4.4★ (1,891 Google reviews)

Known for fresh seafood, Torinos still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 1,891 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 5 — “Aces of Authenticity” (October 21, 2013)
Address: 5415 Academy Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Phone: +1 505-821-5974
Website: www.bistroitaliano.com
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8. Coda Bakery (Albuquerque)

Italian, Asian, Dessert · $ · 4.8★ (1,680 Google reviews)

The Italian comfort food at Coda Bakery clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.8-star rating across 1,680 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 6 — “From Italian to Asian” (March 25, 2022)
Address: 201 San Pedro Dr SE Suite B1, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone: +1 505-232-0085
Website: codabakery.com
See the full Coda Bakery listing →

9. Nexus Brewery (Albuquerque)

Seafood, BBQ, Chicken, Southern · $$ · 4.4★ (1,530 Google reviews)

Nexus Brewery is one of the area’s go-to spots for fresh seafood, with a strong 4.4 stars from 1,530 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 8 — “Comfort and Soul” (November 25, 2013)
Address: 4730 Pan American Fwy NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Phone: +1 505-242-4100
Website: restaurant.nexusbrewery.com
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10. Casa Chimayo Restaurant (Santa Fe)

Mexican · $$ · 4.6★ (1,292 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, Casa Chimayo Restaurant keeps a 4.6-star rating across 1,292 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 5 — “Aces of Authenticity” (October 21, 2013)
Address: 409 W Water St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: +1 505-428-0391
Website: www.casachimayosantafe.com
See the full Casa Chimayo Restaurant listing →

11. Backroad Pizza (Santa Fe)

Italian, Pizza · $$ · 4.5★ (1,104 Google reviews)

Backroad Pizza earned its spot on the show for Italian comfort food that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,104 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 6, Episode 6 — “Who'Da Thunk It” (May 11, 2009)
Address: 1807 2nd St #1, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: +1 505-955-9055
Website: www.backroadpizza.com
See the full Backroad Pizza listing →

12. Gutiz (Taos)

Breakfast, Mediterranean, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (808 Google reviews)

Known for a knockout breakfast, Gutiz still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 808 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 36, Episode 6 — “Not-Your-Everyday, All Day” (November 11, 2022)
Address: 812B Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
Phone: +1 575-758-1226
Website: www.gutiztaos.com
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13. Red Rock Deli (Albuquerque)

Sandwich · $ · 4.8★ (634 Google reviews)

The over-stuffed sandwiches at Red Rock Deli clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.8-star rating across 634 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 18 — “From Europe to Asia” (January 28, 2022)
Address: 2414 San Mateo Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: +1 505-332-9656
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14. Ranchos Plaza Grill (Ranchos de Taos)

Mexican · $$ · 4.7★ (552 Google reviews)

Ranchos Plaza Grill is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.7 stars from 552 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 36, Episode 5 — “Beef and Bird” (November 4, 2022)
Address: 8 Ranchos Plz, Ranchos De Taos, NM 87557
Phone: +1 575-758-5788
Website: www.facebook.com/people/Ranchos-Plaza-Grill/100041610867046
See the full Ranchos Plaza Grill listing →

15. Tecolote Café (Santa Fe)

Other · $$ · 4.6★ (516 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for a one-of-a-kind menu, Tecolote Café keeps a 4.6-star rating across 516 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 3, Episode 3 — “Regional Favorites” (March 24, 2008)
Address: 2239 Old Pecos Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: +1 505-982-9444
Website: pecostrailcaferestaurant.com
See the full Tecolote Café listing →

16. Bocadillas: Slow Roasted Sandwich Shop (Albuquerque)

Sandwich · $ · 4.8★ (509 Google reviews)

Bocadillas: Slow Roasted Sandwich Shop earned its spot on the show for over-stuffed sandwiches that regulars rave about, and the 4.8-star average from 509 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 23, Episode 16 — “Ultimate Turkey Fest” (November 19, 2015)
Address: 111 Marble Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
See the full Bocadillas: Slow Roasted Sandwich Shop listing →

17. Aly’s Eats (Arroyo Seco)

Breakfast, Asian, Mediterranean, Dessert · 4.6★ (151 Google reviews)

Known for a knockout breakfast, Aly’s Eats still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 151 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 36, Episode 8 — “Thai, Pie and Fries” (December 16, 2022)
Address: 625 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
Phone: +1 575-758-7503
Website: www.alysalacart.com
See the full Aly’s Eats listing →