The best affordable restaurants do more than save you money. They make you wonder why anyone pays twice as much for a meal that delivers half the satisfaction.
New Mexico has plenty of spots where the prices stay reasonable and the food still arrives with serious personality. Some have served the same neighborhood for decades.
Others operate from simple counters or unexpected locations where the menu quickly becomes the main attraction. Expect hearty breakfast burritos, chile-covered plates, and baked treats that tempt you before the meal is finished…