Maria's New Mexican Kitchen

My wife and I have always loved our visits to Maria's in the past. When we found out that they were actually open on Thanksgiving, we made reservations for our family (party of 7). Everyone got what they wanted since they had a traditional Thanksgiving opion and those that wanted, could order from the regular menu. Food was fantastic, service was great and they even seated us in a semi-private space. An absolutely perfect Thanksgiving vacation dinner.

If someone really wants to enjoy authentic New Mexican food, they should go to this place!! The place and the service? It's excellent! Ideal to go to eat with friends, family etc. The food is exquisite and everything is prepared at the moment. The moment you eat your first serving of food, you feel the authentic taste of New Mexico. Santa Fe has many restaurants, but not with the touch that the chefs give to each dish. The ingredients are fresh and I can say that when I ate my sopapilla I felt how crispy it was on the outside and soft on the inside. really amazing!

There are a lot of New Mexican places to eat in Santa Fe, and many of the hottest tourist spots will have hours long wait times, which is insane, and mediocre food. But Maria's has neither of those things. Every time I've been, from a weekday lunch, to a Saturday night dinner, I can get a table relatively quickly (this may be because their building is surprisingly massive). I've always had excellent service at each visit. And the food is really good too. I know sopapillas are not the sole reason to visit a restaurant, but these are probably my favorite in town. And while you're there, you absolutely must have a drink - and a margarita in particular. That's what they're known for, and for good reason.

Was a beautiful evening celebrating my better half! They made his birthday pretty special for us! Thank you y'all! We love the new addition in the back! Beautiful decorations! Love the outdoor patio, too bad it was full and we couldn't fit! Being next to the door was the next best thing. Too bad the phone service doesn't really get in the back area tho. Oh well we were there to eat and enjoy but since it was a birthday celebration 🎂🎉 we were hoping to post some pictures but had to wait until we left because the service doesn't get in the back Adobe area. This restaurant has plenty of room! Staff was nice and helpful! No one was rude and the establishment was clean! All employees were wearing they're protective gear, masks, ECT. The parking is a little hidden in the back but shaded! They have a nice wide variety of options on the menu!

The staff is friendly and attentive. The ambiance is authentic as I can imagine. The art work, the background music is not contemporary and classic.

I must say that I tried the "Green Chili" here in New Mexico (visiting from California) and the "Green Chili" there is a different concept and preparation. WOW!!! NM Green Chili is bold, spicy when it hit my taste buds.

Starting off with an Appetizer (a cup of Green Chili Stew). Right away, I knew Maria's cuts that tender soft pork pieces was plentiful. I mean, all over the cup which also had pieces of potato, onion and tomato. The pieces of pork were big in comparison. The main dish was Beef & Been & Cheese smothered in Green Chili sauce (not the same sauce from the Green Chili Stew).....

Both dishes came with complimentary "Fried Bread". I wondered at first when I was seated at the table were a set of condiments (sugar, salt & pepper shakers and the odd-man-out - Honey). Well, I thought about that bread in front of me and said to myself, this. Honey must be for the bread. My server, so attentive mentioned the Fried Bread was complimentary and is usually eaten as a dessert. Messy but delicious....YUM!!!!!

Other staff members would swing by my table to ask if I needed anything else. That is great. My needs were fulfilled. In speaking with other staff members, I inquired about Military discount honors. Assured by the many staff members this is the case.

I give a 5 stars rating and with 17 Million viewer, I can't be wrong. Thank you so much for honoring Military and Veterans for your great tasting dishes.