Bright and cheerful, this bustling spot dishes up divine pastries and expertly crafted brunch options in a cozy atmosphere perfect for breakfast lovers.
"Open for: Breakfast, lunch Price range: $$ Since it opened its doors a few years ago, this airy spot has become one of Santa Fe’s best daytime lunches for a break from chile and tortillas. The quality of coffee wins over locals and tourists alike, but the real crowd pleasers come from the small kitchen that serves Slovakian-inspired dishes in a relaxed, homey atmosphere. The Hungarian goulash alone, made with locally sourced lamb bone broth, is worth the trip. But the house-made cakes, pies, and other pastries are equally unmissable. For a treat to go, pick up some fresh gingerbread and a jar of lemonade mixed with turmeric, ginger, honey, and cayenne. Must-try dish: Get the chicken schnitzel for a taste of the Danube in the desert." - Karen Fischer
"• Annamaria Brezna O’Brien, Dolina Cafe and Bakery, Santa Fe, NM" - Hillary Dixler Canavan
"Annamaria Brezna O’Brien serves New Mexican staples alongside Eastern European dishes at this buzzy brunch spot. Within walking distance of the Santa Fe Plaza but out of the fray, Dolina ladles hearty flavors from Brezna O’Brien’s native Slovkia, such as the head-turning morning soup (with rich lamb bone broth and wild rice) and the Orechovník French toast, which begins with a base of house made walnut and cinnamon bread and is topped with warm fruit. Minimalist décor makes the interior feel like a country house—a fitting feel for a restaurant with a dedicated farm for its produce. Diners searching for American dishes can find satisfying plates here, too, including chicken and waffles topped with a chef’s kiss of green apple and fennel slaw." - Ashley M. Biggers
"Since it opened its doors a little over a year ago, this airy breakfast and lunch spot has become one of Santa Fe’s best daytime options. The small kitchen serves Slovakian-inspired food in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. The Hungarian goulash alone, made with locally sourced lamb bone broth, is worth the trip. But the house-made cakes, pies, and other pastries are equally unmissable. For a treat to go, pick up some fresh gingerbread and a jar of lemonade mixed with turmeric, ginger, honey, and cayenne." - Willy Carleton, Justin De La Rosa, Karen Fischer
"Locals line up for the flaky croissants and delicate apple-walnut strudel at Dolina Cafe & Bakery."
