"Open for: Dinner Price range: $$$$ Over the past several years, this off-the-beaten-path restaurant and wine shop, located eight miles northwest of Santa Fe’s main plaza, has become known for serving some of New Mexico’s most creative cuisine. Kaleidoscopic edible flowers and a wide variety of vegetables from the on-site garden accent the rigorously seasonal menu of chef Allison Jenkins. Specifically, opt for dishes that highlight the variety of earthy, locally foraged mushrooms. If you’re looking for an extensive wine list and a meal that incorporates the flavors of the state in innovative ways, this is your spot. Know before you go: Visit in the early evening and try to snag a table outside to enjoy jaw-dropping views of the high desert sunset." - Karen Fischer
