Trey’s Guidebook
City/town information
Madrid is our second home. A historic mining town, most of our friends live here. It is a special little place. Artists and other entrepreneurs who cannot afford commercial spaces in Santa Fe, but want to live in the area often end up here.
I show my photography at the Roadrunner Gallery in the middle of town. Go by and see my work (you've already seen some of it!) and say hello to Dale McDonnell, one of the nicest people around.
140 locals recommend
Madrid
Madrid is our second home. A historic mining town, most of our friends live here. It is a special little place. Artists and other entrepreneurs who cannot afford commercial spaces in Santa Fe, but want to live in the area often end up here.
I show my photography at the Roadrunner Gallery in the middle of town. Go by and see my work (you've already seen some of it!) and say hello to Dale McDonnell, one of the nicest people around.
Food scene
Go see Monika up at the Cantina. Stroll down the covered walkway and check out the historical photographs. Take a seat at the longest bar (and one of the oldest) in New Mexico. Order the award-winning Mad Chile Burger.
Rachel & I play music here once a month (Strangers From Afar). Live music nearly every day. The owners are good friends of ours and they really put a lot of thought and effort into the place.
47 locals recommend
The Mine Shaft Tavern
2846 NM-14Go see Monika up at the Cantina. Stroll down the covered walkway and check out the historical photographs. Take a seat at the longest bar (and one of the oldest) in New Mexico. Order the award-winning Mad Chile Burger.
Rachel & I play music here once a month (Strangers From Afar). Live music nearly every day. The owners are good friends of ours and they really put a lot of thought and effort into the place.
So from a chef (me), if you are venturing out in Santa Fe for dinner, this is your first stop. There will be a wait. There's a reason for that. Best food in town. I recommend one of their many margaritas, then a trio (queso, guac, salsa) and the Chicken Enchiladas - Christmas (half red, half green chile).
177 locals recommend
La Choza Restaurant
905 Alarid StSo from a chef (me), if you are venturing out in Santa Fe for dinner, this is your first stop. There will be a wait. There's a reason for that. Best food in town. I recommend one of their many margaritas, then a trio (queso, guac, salsa) and the Chicken Enchiladas - Christmas (half red, half green chile).
If you want the best of fine dining in Santa Fe, this is your place. Take a stroll down famous Canyon Road, then get a spot at the bar for a martini. To me, the bar is where you want to eat too. Order the Ahi Tuna Sashimi and the Elk Tenderloin and go home a happier person.
110 locals recommend
Geronimo
724 Canyon RdIf you want the best of fine dining in Santa Fe, this is your place. Take a stroll down famous Canyon Road, then get a spot at the bar for a martini. To me, the bar is where you want to eat too. Order the Ahi Tuna Sashimi and the Elk Tenderloin and go home a happier person.
One of the best farmers markets you will ever go to. Saturday mornings in Santa Fe are simply magical. Check out the adjoining artists market.
179 locals recommend
Santa Fe Farmers Market
1607 Paseo De PeraltaOne of the best farmers markets you will ever go to. Saturday mornings in Santa Fe are simply magical. Check out the adjoining artists market.
Check out this funky little food spot on your walk around the town of Cerrillos or after your hike up at the state park. Lovely owners and great food. Hours are a little sporadic (hey, they want to have a life!) so check ahead.
26 locals recommend
Black Bird Saloon
28 Main StCheck out this funky little food spot on your walk around the town of Cerrillos or after your hike up at the state park. Lovely owners and great food. Hours are a little sporadic (hey, they want to have a life!) so check ahead.
Madrid Galleries
Roadrunner Gallery - Go by and check out my photography and the work of many local artists, including the owner, Dale McDonnell
2861 NM-14
2861 New Mexico 14Roadrunner Gallery - Go by and check out my photography and the work of many local artists, including the owner, Dale McDonnell
Hiking
Tent Rocks
0 NM-22Coolest hike around
Ski Santa Fe
1477 NM-475Great hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter
Santa Fe Galleries
Meow Wolf
1352 Rufina CirA must see for everyone
Tierra Mar Gallery
Owned by a good friend of ours. The gem of Canyon Rd.