5 Great and Affordable Restaurants in Santa Fe

Santa Fe, New Mexico is a city with a wonderfully rich history and culture. From its unique college campuses to the shopping extravaganza that is The Plaza, there's never a lack of things to see or do. Going along with that, Santa Fe offers a wide variety of dining choices - but how can you tell which places are worth the money, and which places will break the bank? Here are five delicious, affordable restaurants in Santa Fe:

1. The Pantry

Located just around the corner from the College Of Santa Fe, The Pantry Restaurant is always bustling for weekend breakfasts. A classic diner with a New
Mexican twist, The Pantry offers delicious breakfasts and lunches on a budget. And for those of you with a love of green chile (and you really can't live in or visit Santa Fe without at least trying green chile), they offer it up in droves here. The Pantry Fries, their signature homefries with the perfect amount of cheese and spices, will give you cravings in the middle of the night. On saturdays, you simply have to try their Green Chile Chicken Soup, and their Roast Beef Burrito Grande is mouthwateringly scrumptious. Expect to drop about $10 a person, including coffee and more food than you can shake a stick at.

2. Yin Yang Chinese Restaurant

Hands down the best chinese joint in Santa Fe, Yin Yang offers fresh vegetables, delicious sauces, and an incredibly friendly waitstaff. Located in The Design Center, parking is plentiful and you're only just outside The Plaza. A relatively small place with a soothing atmosphere, Yin Yang is the perfect place to take a date or loved one, huddle close in a booth, and sip on some delicious tea. With Crab Rangoon that is simply to die for, delicious Orange Flavored Shrimp, and a healthy-sized vegetarian menu, this is a place to not miss. Expect to spend $15 a head, including drinks and appetizers.

3. Burrito Spot