Dining, Lodging & Vacation Rentals Guide

Dining — Cedar Crest & Tijeras

Burger Boy — Classic New Mexican roadside diner known for green chile cheeseburgers, breakfast plates, and local atmosphere. 12023 State Hwy 14 N, Cedar Crest, NM 87008. (505) 281-3949. burgerboynm.com

Trail Rider — Popular mountain town pizza, pasta, breakfast, and street tacos with casual indoor or outdoor dining. 12165 NM 14, Cedar Crest, NM 87008. (505) 281-6068. trailriderpizza.com

Cabra Coffee — Coffeehouse serving espresso drinks, pastries, breakfast, and light lunch fare. 12216 N Hwy 14, Bldg A, Cedar Crest, NM 87008. (505) 281-2000. cabracoffee.com

The Lazy Lizard Grill — Casual grill serving burgers, New Mexican favorites, and comfort food. 12480 State Hwy 14 N, Cedar Crest, NM 87008. (505) 281-9122.

Roots Farm Cafe — Farm focused café and gathering spot featuring seasonal ingredients and community events. 11784 Hwy 337, Tijeras, NM 87059. (505) 900-4118. rootsfarmcafe.com

Dining — Sandia Park & San Antonito

San Antonito Bar & Grill — Neighborhood tavern and live music venue with Southwestern dishes and burgers. 5151 San Francisco Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. (505) 821-3333.

Tinkertown Museum — Seasonal snack stop and roadside attraction along the Turquoise Trail. 121 Sandia Crest Rd, Sandia Park, NM 87047. (505) 281-5233.

Dining — Madrid (Turquoise Trail)

The Mine Shaft Tavern — Historic tavern and music venue popular for burgers, drinks, and live entertainment. 2846 NM-14, Madrid, NM 87010. (505) 473-0743. themineshafttavern.com

Java Junction — Coffee and breakfast café in Madrid’s historic arts district. 2855 Highway 14, Madrid, NM 87010. 505-438-2772. java-junction.com

Lodging — Cedar Crest & Tijeras

Enchanted Bear Canyon — Mountain bed and breakfast and vacation rental property near Tijeras with canyon scenery. 115 Gutierrez Canyon Rd, Tijeras, NM 87059. (505) 220-3718.

Elaine’s Bed & Breakfast — Cozy mountain lodging with easy access to hiking and scenic drives. 72 Snowline Rd, Cedar Crest, NM 87008. (505) 281-2467. elainesbnb.com

Sandia Peak Inn — Convenient base for exploring Sandia Crest and the East Mountains. 4614 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. (505) 831-5036. wyndhamhotels.com

Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club Casitas — Upscale golf area accommodations with mountain views. 30 Rainbow Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113. (505) 798-3990. paakogolf.com

Vacation Rentals

Airbnb — Browse cabins, mountain homes, casitas, and forest retreats throughout Cedar Crest, Tijeras, Sandia Park, and Edgewood. Featured: East Mountains Country Manor — spacious Edgewood-area home with mountain views, an outdoor fire pit, and room for families or groups.

VRBO — Vacation homes ranging from rustic cabins to luxury mountain retreats throughout Cedar Crest, Tijeras, Sandia Park, and Edgewood. Featured: Eastern Star Retreat — adobe style retreat with panoramic mountain views and Southwest décor.

Scenic attractions nearby

The East Mountains sit along the Turquoise Trail, offering old mining towns, roadside folk art, and top-tier hiking and biking near Sandia Peak. Sandia Crest (10,678 ft). Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway. Cibola National Forest. Madrid art galleries and shops. Tinkertown Museum. Sandia Peak hiking and biking trails, including the La Luz Trail.