"I love going to this little gem that is both off the beaten track and right in the center of things. It manages to be both due to it's top floor location in a town of mostly one-story buildings. The menu varies seasonally and is composed of small plates that can be ordered tapas style or sequenced as a multi-course meal. The wine list is interesting and broad. Most recently, I had the menudo, a traditional Mexican tripe soup. Zack's interpretation is far better than any mamacita's version, with a dark, smokey Chile base and succulent tripe and just the right amount of peppers and onions. I like to sit at the bar and chat with the owner, staff and other patrons, but I see couples and groups of six to eight there all the time. The sound track is always fabulous, ranging from classic jazz to really good music I had never heard before. They do a good job with fish, red meat, poultry and organ meats. The vegetable dishes and salads are inventive and delicious. If you have an appetite, the small-plate format can add up fast, but if you go with a group or a date, sharing dishes will get you the full variety and be a little easier on the wallet. That said, it is good value for the money if you value excellence and adventure."

"My husband and 8 year old son and I stumbled upon this amazing little place while visiting Taos. They were so inviting and our server Katie was incredible! She was so attentive to our kiddo and he swears it’s the best burger of his life! We are big foodies and it was awesome and we can’t wait to return! Highly recommend adding to your list for Taos!"

"my bf and i walked in less than an hour before close and they were ready to close the store early . they made us feel welcome and recommended some wine and cocktails to us. the owner ian told us to stay as long as we wanted and told us they would prepare what we wanted, regardless of if the kitchen had cleaned up or not. he then invited us to an industry night. we came back the next night for AMAZING smash burgers, great wine selection, along with fantastic cocktails. ian is the nicest guy person i ever met made us feel welcome and ready to eat new mexican food. he slayed with the options! 10/10 would recommend. this bar is my roman empire an would recommend it to anyone visiting toad. thank you ian and his staff!"

"2 stars only! The food here is absolutely outstanding — refined, beautifully executed, and full of depth. Unfortunately, the wine list is a major letdown. The insistence on exclusively “organic/natural” wines undermines the quality of the cuisine. A great restaurant deserves wines that elevate the food, not distract from it. For those who value true pairing and balance, the wine program feels more like an ideology than a complement to the chef’s talent."

"Wowza! What a local treasure here in Taos🥰 the food was delicious! Their sourcing of local ingredients is stellar, everything is so fresh and beautiful! The Farmers Market Crudites, Frico and chicken Palliard were my favorites! Zach is so interesting to chat with, so knowledgeable about the wines, which are superb! We are looking forward to enjoying this restaurant. Much much more. Cheers!"