Driving the route from Taos to Santa Fe, New Mexico, Sanctuario de Chimayo is a must-see historic Roman Catholic church in the town of Chimayó. This shrine, a contemporary pilgrimage site, was on our itinerary.
Tanya and I decided that since we would be arriving in the town of Chimayo around lunchtime, we would stop to eat prior to our visit to the Sanctuario.
Considering our food challenges with Tanya and her gang being vegan, and Kelsey being just plain picky, we were not very hopeful about what would be in the area. Much to our surprise, we discovered that there was a lovely Mexican restaurant right up the road, Rancho de Chimayo, with a menu that catered to Vegans and non-vegans...and had a children's menu!
Tanya and I decided that since we would be arriving in the town of Chimayo around lunchtime, we would stop to eat prior to our visit to the Sanctuario.
Considering our food challenges with Tanya and her gang being vegan, and Kelsey being just plain picky, we were not very hopeful about what would be in the area. Much to our surprise, we discovered that there was a lovely Mexican restaurant right up the road, Rancho de Chimayo, with a menu that catered to Vegans and non-vegans...and had a children's menu!
The Travelin' Cousins gang at Rancho de Chimayo Restaurante during our Cousins New Mexico Road Trip
I must tell you, we were a little bit shocked that with the limited restaurants in this region, that the food establishment closest to our sightseeing destination was able to accommodate everyone in our group!
A restored, century old adobe home, Rancho de Chimayo is surrounded by three breathtaking mountain ranges, in a picturesque setting. With garden terrace dining on sunny summer days, and cozy fireside dining in the Winter, we actually opted to sit indoors as we were between seasons.
The menu is rather extensive, serving traditional Native New Mexican fare, with traditional Mexican dishes, salads and a variety of vegetarian and vegan options offering cheddar and soy (vegan) cheese with each dish. I was thrilled that Kelsey would be able to eat since her favorite - chicken nuggets and french fries were on the kids' menu.
The food was fresh and the portions, generous. Our gang all enjoyed the vegetarian options. I loved my Vegetarian Tostada!! It was quite yummy with a side of Rice. Tanya went for the gusto with the "Plato Vegetariano" which was a combo plate that included a burrito and enchilada smothered in soy cheese.
The Sopapillas, which are a fried pastry quick bread that is traditionally served throughout parts of South America, Northern Mexico and New Mexico. In fact, being a big bread eater - Kelsey gobbled them up!
A restored, century old adobe home, Rancho de Chimayo is surrounded by three breathtaking mountain ranges, in a picturesque setting. With garden terrace dining on sunny summer days, and cozy fireside dining in the Winter, we actually opted to sit indoors as we were between seasons.
The menu is rather extensive, serving traditional Native New Mexican fare, with traditional Mexican dishes, salads and a variety of vegetarian and vegan options offering cheddar and soy (vegan) cheese with each dish. I was thrilled that Kelsey would be able to eat since her favorite - chicken nuggets and french fries were on the kids' menu.
The food was fresh and the portions, generous. Our gang all enjoyed the vegetarian options. I loved my Vegetarian Tostada!! It was quite yummy with a side of Rice. Tanya went for the gusto with the "Plato Vegetariano" which was a combo plate that included a burrito and enchilada smothered in soy cheese.
The Sopapillas, which are a fried pastry quick bread that is traditionally served throughout parts of South America, Northern Mexico and New Mexico. In fact, being a big bread eater - Kelsey gobbled them up!
 Plato Vegetariano - Burrito & Enchilada with Soy Cheese |  Vegetarian Tostada |
 Sopapilla - fried pastry quick bread |  Chicken Nuggets and Fries from Kids' menu for picky Kelsey |
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Rancho de Chimayo is more than just a restaurant, as it also contains guest rooms, and a quaint little shop as well as an interesting history. Originally, the home of Hermenegildo and Trinidad Jaramillo, in 1965 it was transformed into Restauranté Rancho de Chimayó.
In August 1984, the Jaramillo family completed restoration of Hacienda Rancho de Chimayó, the former home of Epifanio and Adelaida Jaramillo. Renovated into seven guest rooms, each one opening onto an enclosed courtyard. Decorated with turn of the century antiques, the guest rooms have a fireplace and private bath.
In October 2015, Rancho de Chimayo Restaurante will celebrate its 50th anniversary - quite an accomplishment and a testament to the Jaramillo family!
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