The pinon pancakes are positively the best in the world. This is a wonderful spot for a real value breakfast or lunch. Service is great and food is always dependably delicious. The owl theme is homey. We've been eating here for years and the staff doesn't change, so they must treat their employees well, a good sign.

Heard about the place and upon arrival found it was full of locals. After eating we now know why. Great SW items, fresh and hot. Service was friendly, fast and competent (sometimes hard to get all 3). Please know it is not an American breakfast place-no toast, only tortillas.

After waiting for a half hour to get in, My wife and I decided on the breakfast special. Our food was delivered promptly but the biscuits were like rocks. My wife after finally getting the waitresses attention ( waitresses involved in lengthy conversation, no time to be bothered by a customer ) asked for something edible. She ordered pancakes of... More

If you enjoy a plate full of a greasy, sloppy mess, then this is your spot. I used to go to Tecolote years ago after nights of hard drinking. The food is a great hangover cure. But if you are into food that has good flavor then go elsewhere. The potatoes are extremely greasy, the chile is run of the... More

Every time we come to Santa Fe we schedule a visit to Tecolote. It may be for breakfast/brunch, lunch or dinner. Regardless of when we eat the food is thoroughly delicious and classically New Mexico. We always try the more exoti offerings such as the breakfast with eggs and chicken livers etc. which we would never see back east. We... More

We normally do not usually share a meal but their combination platter is big for 2 people. The staff is friendly and the food is delicious.

Wonderful breakfasts -- high quality, creative, hearty, tasty, awesome. We live many hundreds of miles away from Tecolote Cafe, but I do my best to be a regular. Just last weekend, while in the midst of loving the Tecolote hot cakes, I turned to my wife and said, "You know, this is higher on my list of favorite, regular restaurants... More

First of all the service is so fast and efficient - Thank you! My family goes weekly to Tecolote and we all eat different plates. They have the best breakfast ever, bakery basket or torilla for sharing, extensive menu and smiling efficient staff!!

I enjoy the food and employees are always very nice! Good menu and prices. I have been here a few times and have enjoyed it!