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El Meze Restaurant
Regionally inspired rustic New Mexican, Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine from Chef and Food Historian Frederick Muller.
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44 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 44 reviews
5 stars
(26)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(33)
- special occasion(25)
- romantic(16)
- neighborhood gem(12)
- great for outdoor dining(11)
- notable wine list(9)
El Meze Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
El Meze
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good dining experience. Low key site, but well-planned interior."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just right
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We vacationed in the Santa Fe area and El Meze was our last dinner in the area. A perfect ending to a vacation. The design is a combination of intimate and romantic and is highly conducive to conversation with both guests and staff (if desired) The food and wine menus are well balanced and the food is both comforting and surprising, all prepared with great attention to details. All in all the balance is perfection."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Quiet, calm, comfortable, great food, great service, unpretentious with a wonderful organic charm!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over rated
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We both had the trout, the seasoning gs totally overpowerd the trout! You could not taste the fish at all. We ordered the trout, a salad and fried o.ives all at once, if the waiter would have told us the side was greens, we would have ordered a different salad, not a green salad!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 5 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best homemade pasta dish... Best chicken..... Will look forward to many more meals here!!!!!!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We drive from Northern Utah 10 hours to get to Taos and never miss eating at El Meze. The food is fresh and innovative. We've never had a dish we didn't like."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 7 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always delicious food and excellent service. Will continue to come back time and time again."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 8 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Creative Cuisine Well Executed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The highlight of our meal was an herb marinated grilled trout. The flavor was sublime, the preparation nothing short of perfect. Our server was solicitous, professional, and genuinely helpful. Despite a little too much personal biography from him, we enjoyed our meal thoroughly."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 9 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An amazing dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Highly recommended - one of the best meals I've ever had, anywhere."
Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 10 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
El Meze
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were very pleased with the food, the friendly, professional service and the delightful ambience of El Meze. Truly a find!"
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nancy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent fresh food. The unique southwest menu and tasting was delicious.
The appetizer with bacon and cilantro sauce was to die for.
Trout was the best ever. And their signature dessert lemon meringue Napoleon was awesome."
The appetizer with bacon and cilantro sauce was to die for.
Trout was the best ever. And their signature dessert lemon meringue Napoleon was awesome."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 12 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our waitress was knowledgeable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waitress was knowledgeable regarding the wine and the menu, guiding us through our dinner. El Meze was charming, delicious, and a great find on our visit to Taos."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 13 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very rich food. little too
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very rich food. little too much fat in everything for my taste."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2011
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Review 14 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highly recommended!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not to be missed if you're anywhere in the vicinity of Taos. Fresh, delicate, flavorful food fit for food enthusiasts in a classy yet laid back setting with great service. Short and seasonal menu paired with a great selection of reasonably priced wines. It fits in perfectly with the ambience of Taos. Smoked trout is a must try. And so are the lamb chops. The chef is a genius with mint so anything with it is highly recommended. Espresso creme brûlée and the semi fredo are fabulous. Highly recommended!"
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 15 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
St. Louis visitor
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Was initially concerned about the somewhat limitd menu, but the food was delicious, the service was wonderful. If the menu was more extensive, I would have govin it 5 stars. I am a slightly picky eater, but my husbsnd eats anything- he was thrilled."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 16 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Public/private dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had an enjoyable evening at El Meze. Food was good, I feel I would need to experience other dishes before making a definitive judgment. Staff was polite and engaging but not overbearing. Even though the restaurant had several tables filled I felt we were in a pretty private space most of the evening."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 17 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A true Taos Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of our favorite restaurants in Taos, and for good reason. It's a beautiful setting, and very intimate space. Very much like dining in someone's home. Warm, comfortable and great food. Due to small size, reservations are recommended, even during weekdays."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 18 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A wonderful restaurant where
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A wonderful restaurant where the owner/chef(?) know what they wish to accomplish and do so splendidly. The menu (and wine list) are concentrated on a limited number of choices, exquisitely selected and expertly prepared. Service could not have been more considerate and friendly. Our duck confit, served over collard greens may sound somewhat unusual but it was a sensation.
This was a highlight dining experience and we would eagerly dine there again when next in Taos."
This was a highlight dining experience and we would eagerly dine there again when next in Taos."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bad start, but nice evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Things got off to a bad start when, despite a reservation, we were greeted by a less-than-cordial person who proceeded to show us to the worst table in the house. Small, barely a two-top, in a corner, and underneath a loudspeaker. Upon complaining we were offered the second-worst table, which we declined, and then were seated at a nice table. With this over with the dinner was good and the service same. I think that the strength of the menu is the small plates. We tried the bison adovada and were impressed with the excellent sauce with lots of flavor and just enough heat. The rib eye steak on the menu was perfectly done and my spouse enjoyed the trout. Shame things had to start badly."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2007
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Review 20 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tasty excite your taste buds!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were seated by the fire place. Great waiter.. I think Stephen. Great help with food, wine and dessert. Cream brûlée with chocolate cotton candy AMAZING. Totally happy. Call restaurant for directions. GPS is wrong."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
El Meze is a #1 Choice in TAOS, NM
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"El Meze never disappoints! Absolutely one of the top two restaurants in TAOS. Fred and Annette do absolutely flavorful combinations and really provide one of the most unique foodie experiences found in New Mexico. The wine list is extensive and they do an outstanding job of making sure the wine pairs with the food you are enjoying!
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Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent meal!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our meal was delightful. The food was excellent, the waiter recommended an excellent wine, the price was reasonable - worth every penny! We will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2011
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Review 23 for El Meze Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We enjoyed our experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed our experience & would recommend it, however will probably not return. The food was a little overpriced for what it was. The food was just not what I was expecting."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for El Meze Restaurant
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate