Where to get the best fajitas in New Mexico

May 13—Whether you prefer your fajitas with tender beef, tasty chicken, or flavorful shrimp, you have lots of options to find the perfect dish in New Mexico

We have rounded up the places in New Mexico that are known for serving the best fajitas, according to the top-rated reviews.

Mucho Gusto

Serving authentic New Mexican food, Mucho Gusto has a diverse menu that caters to meat eaters, vegetarians and even the pickiest little eater. This hidden gem offers a welcoming atmosphere, excellent fajitas and delicious margaritas to pair with them.

Location: 839 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe

Phone: 505-955-8402

Hours: 4-8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; closed Sunday and Monday

Monroe's Restaurant

Monroe's has been delighting local residents and their families with the finest New Mexican cuisine for years, including delicious fajitas. Originally starting as a quaint drive-in near Old Town in Albuquerque, Monroe's has been dedicated to offering affordable, high-quality New Mexican fare from the outset.

Location: 1025 4th St., Albuquerque

Phone: 505-242-1111

Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Saturday; 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday; closed on Wednesdays.

El Agave Family Mexican Restaurant

El Agave is a hidden gem in the back corner of a small strip center in Rio Rancho. A family-run business, this quaint little mom-and-pop shop is a great choice for authentic fajitas, among other traditional Mexican dishes.

Location: 1520 Deborah Road, Rio Rancho

Phone: 505-469-4971

Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; closed Monday

Frontier Restaurant

Frontier Restaurant is an Albuquerque staple serving great breakfasts, burritos, burgers, roasted green chile, homemade flour tortillas, flavorful fajitas and the famous Frontier Sweet Roll.

Location: 2400 Central Ave., Albuquerque

Phone: 505-266-0550

Hours: 5 a.m.-midnight weekly

La Cueva Cafe

The food at La Cueva is prepared fresh daily and is 100% natural. La Cueva is unique in that it offers several vegetarian items and the entire menu is gluten-free. This little hole-in-the-wall is a must-visit in Taos.

Location: 135 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos

Phone: 575-758-7001

Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday