When visiting the sweet town of Taos, you might be thinking about hitting the ski hills to see sights from new heights and get an adrenaline rush. However, after hitting the hills you’ll probably have worked up an appetite. Thankfully, there’s an incredible cantina right up on this Taos ski hill and its history is as wholesome as its food. Not only is this spot packed with friendly faces that all of the locals know and love, but their Northern New Mexico chile recipe has also made waves across our state. Whether you’re looking to fill up on favorite Southwest dishes, get a kick in the pants from some truly good chile, or want to relax with a margarita amongst the hills, this alpine restaurant in Taos is a unique dining experience waiting to be had.

Welcome to Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina located at the base of Taos Ski Valley.

Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina/Facebook While you’re hitting the hills or taking in the beautiful surroundings, this spot is by far the best place for true New Mexican food.

This lovely ski hill restaurant was built by a “stray dog” in the skiing community.

daetime/TripAdvisor The original owner, Tim, was working in St. Bernard for many years, which to the ski community was known as the “Big Dog.” Tim left that community to open up his own restaurant in Taos Ski Valley and it seemed only fitting to name it Stray Dog Cantina. The new owners continue to uphold Tim’s mission for the restaurant, which was to create a place people could enjoy great food in the ski valley.

Now, this spot has been a gathering place for over 30 years.

Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina/Facebook Whether you’re an active skier on the mountain or a local in Taos, you probably know of Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina and consider it a second home. This spot is a favorite amongst the locals, and they’ll have you feeling right at home too.

A big reason Stray Dog has gained fame is through their famous chile.

Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina/Facebook We all know that flavorful green and red chile are must-haves for any Northern New Mexico restaurant, but Tim’s takes their chile to the next level. All red and green chile sauces are made in-house using a special flame-roasted method that keeps all of the natural juices intact. Once the peppers are carefully peeled, nothing else is added. Be careful, as this chile is not processed and is not for amateurs - it’s fiery hot!

Of course, their margaritas aren’t half bad either.

Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina/Facebook Another reason people flock to Tim’s is for their strong margaritas. There’s no better place to sip on a strong drink than this beautiful atmosphere at the base of the mountains.

Whether it be breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this mountain town restaurant is the place to be.

Jake S/TripAdvisor Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina is a go-to for breakfast before hitting the hills, and an amazing spot for enchiladas, burgers, or more any time of day. No matter what you order or when, you won’t be disappointed!

For a seriously good meal in Taos, head to the hills and dine with the locals for an unforgettable experience.

NSimoneL/TripAdvisor Address: 105 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM, 87525 Phone: (575) 776-2894 Hours: Winter: 8a.m. to 9p.m. daily. Summer: 11a.m. to 9p.m. daily.

For more information about Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina, you can visit their website right here.

Have you ever been to Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina at the base of Taos Ski Valley? What did you eat? We’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments!

Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina/Facebook

While you’re hitting the hills or taking in the beautiful surroundings, this spot is by far the best place for true New Mexican food.

daetime/TripAdvisor

The original owner, Tim, was working in St. Bernard for many years, which to the ski community was known as the “Big Dog.” Tim left that community to open up his own restaurant in Taos Ski Valley and it seemed only fitting to name it Stray Dog Cantina. The new owners continue to uphold Tim’s mission for the restaurant, which was to create a place people could enjoy great food in the ski valley.

Whether you’re an active skier on the mountain or a local in Taos, you probably know of Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina and consider it a second home. This spot is a favorite amongst the locals, and they’ll have you feeling right at home too.

We all know that flavorful green and red chile are must-haves for any Northern New Mexico restaurant, but Tim’s takes their chile to the next level. All red and green chile sauces are made in-house using a special flame-roasted method that keeps all of the natural juices intact. Once the peppers are carefully peeled, nothing else is added. Be careful, as this chile is not processed and is not for amateurs - it’s fiery hot!

Another reason people flock to Tim’s is for their strong margaritas. There’s no better place to sip on a strong drink than this beautiful atmosphere at the base of the mountains.

Jake S/TripAdvisor

Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina is a go-to for breakfast before hitting the hills, and an amazing spot for enchiladas, burgers, or more any time of day. No matter what you order or when, you won’t be disappointed!

NSimoneL/TripAdvisor

Address: 105 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM, 87525 Phone: (575) 776-2894 Hours: Winter: 8a.m. to 9p.m. daily. Summer: 11a.m. to 9p.m. daily.

For more information about Tim’s Stray Dog Cantina, you can visit their website right here.

While you’re at Taos Ski Valley, take a scenic chair lift ride to see the area from brand new heights.

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