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Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery

4.6Google rating(2,302 reviews)
Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery

Known For

Green chile breakfast plates that define the Taos morning ritual

Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery has been feeding Taos since long before brunch was a personality trait — bright, airy, and reliably generous with both portions and warmth. The instagrammable pastry case alone justifies the stop.

🕐Best time to visit: when the pastries are freshest, right at opening

304 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571, USA

Our Take

Michael's Kitchen has been feeding Taos for decades and the house-made pastries and lingering-friendly patio explain exactly why people keep coming back. With over 2,300 ratings it's clearly beloved, but it lands as a solid neighborhood institution rather than a hidden gem experience.

The Vibe

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Downtown

304 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571, USA

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