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Years in business
Established in 1950
Hours:
Monday To Friday From 11:00 AM To 10:00 PM Saturday To Sunday From 12:00 PM To 10:00 PM
Price:
$$
Last updated 7.26.11
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Outdoor Dining, Date Spot, Dine At The Bar, Carry Out, Bar Scene
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What People Are Saying About Maria's New Mexican Kitchen
Featured Review
Melissa Gage
Contributor
The Scene – A favorite for locals and tourists alike, the vibe is friendly and the tables usually full. No reservations? Free chips and salsa, a cozy fireplace and margaritas from the bar ease the pain of waiting. For the best atmosphere, bypass the main dining room, where even the tortilla lady doesn't spice up the sterile scene. The older bar area has considerably more character and a cozy vibe that suits a good tequila buzz. – – The Food – While solid New Mexican standards don't disappoint, it's all about the margaritas at Maria's. The menu boasts more than 82 types…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- High altitude means the effects of alcohol come on strong and quickly. If you're going to drink, it's a good idea to call a cab or designate a driver.
- Look Good:
- Maria's is all about fine tequila served in brandy snifters, not shot glasses. If you want to shoot it (and it's not recommended,) ask for the appropriate glass.
- When to Go:
- The kitchen closes from 4pm to 5pm, when only cocktails and snacks are served. Dinner starts at 5pm.
06/02/09
YUM!
by writeon1
I literally CRAVE the blue corn tacos. And watch out for those margaritas! The tequilla list is long and varied but whichever marg you order is going to be really strong. One big drawback is having to drive to and from the farflung location. Nobody who has had even one of the potent margaritas there should be driving! I love the place and can't wait to go back. Definitely wait for a seat in the bar, which is filled with locals and tourists alike.
- Pros: Casual, fun, authentic New Mexican dining
- Cons: There can be a wait and you can't walk there
02/14/09
Best waiter ever.
by burpreynolds
Food was great, margarita list is imposing, blah blah.
Kevin. ONE HELL OF A WAITER. I didn't time him or anything but I'm pretty sure he's the most efficient man I've ever done business with. Plus I just saw the guy carry around 15 empty margarita glasses in one hand.
12/20/07
The margaritas are fantastic!
by picky1insf
The wait can be long...make a reservation. The margaritas are like no place in America, and the margarita list (or book) is incredible. Great guacamole. Average New Mexican food. The tables are close together, but it's an institution.
06/21/06
Horrid
by rockhopper
I was seated at the worst table in the place. The Kitchen workers would leave the kitchen, lean against the wall and stare at me. When they left I had a great view of the garbage can.
The carne adovada was awful. There are chile stems and a truckload of seeds. Made with no care whatsoever.
In spite of the kitchen workers staring at me I had a hard time getting the attention of the waitron for drink refills. I was never asked "How is your food"? I did get a bill dumped on the table in a drive-by.
Lemon juice in margaritas? riiiigggghhhhttt.
- Pros: None
- Cons: Got a terabyte to spare?
09/22/05
User review by bear303
by bear303
food is good new mexican cooking. great flavor every thing is hot in a chilie way. Price is good for the value. Service is slow during peak time
