Best Actual Hidden Gem
Dick’s Hideaway doesn’t have a sign. And that’s kind of the point. In order to find this tiny, longstanding spot, you’ve got to know where you’re going. Walk through the tinted, unmarked door and you’ll see a small bar with a couple of tight tables. Snag a seat here, or keep going to find the back and side rooms that appear like hidden caves amid the darkness. Our favorite seat is at the bar, where we can watch the bartenders shake up classic cocktails and see the cooks work the grill. Plenty of folks stop by just to grab a drink, but the food at Dick’s is not to be missed. Part of the family of New Mexican restaurants that includes Richardson’s and Rokerij, the menu here is packed with green chile, spicy red chile and other staples that’ll light your face on fire, whether from the heat of the oven or the peppers. Tucked in a strip mall next to a bright and airy coffeehouse, Dick’s is a dark, secret spot that is a total find for those in the know.