Solid eats with great service and good flexibility for allergies, at reasonable prices. There's not a whole lot of options in the area, so Roots is quickly becoming a go-to for us when we're hiking nearby. read more

Always amazing !!! Staff is fabulous, mountain retreat for a great breakfast or lunch. Jasper, the Chef is amazing and doesn't mind creating a little something special you like instead of everything just off the menu!!! which is really hard to find these days!! read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

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Love, love, love this place. Breakfast, brunch and espresso drinks off 40 just east of Albuquerque. Fantastic vibe, rustic ambiance that made me feel like I was in Rockies or Cascades. Food was amazing. I got breakfast burrito wrap with sausage and a yogurt and granola. Brought to your table right off griddle. Burrito was hot and tasty with a dipping sauce that had a hint of those famous New Mexico hatch chiles. Granola was home made, could have eaten all morning. You order at counter and are given a table card you can take into the inside, fireplace dining room, or outside onto patio in front. Friendly, uber cute servers bring out all the food as soon as it's ready. Im a fan, could easily have breakfast here every day. Got sense a lot of the patrons do, nice local crowd to mix in with the I-40 transients. Don't miss it. read more

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What a fun local restaurant!! The hot apple cider was perfect!! The chicken wrap was cooked to perfection. My fancy toast was inspirational. (Truly, I am going to try to duplicate it at home). Loved all the local art and crafts available. Thanks for a wonderful meal. read more

Cute spot. Fast service. Reasonable pricing. Got.. Soy Latte - good espresso. Great flavor. A little too much foam for latte (was more like cappuccino) Breakfast burrito - had fluffy eggs, big potato chunks, cheese and little bit of green chili. (Wish there was a little more chili or option for hot sauce) Quiche - hands down one of my favorite quiches. It was sturdy and flakey. Unlike the ones that are normally soggy or cream filled. This one was great! read more

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WOW FACTOR? Definitely, YES. Roots joins just a half dozen restaurants where the dish I had was so delicious that I will only have it again next time and not try anything else! HAVE AGAIN: The dish was the Mediterranean vegetable wrap--wow! read more

So happy we were in the area so I could treat my husband and mother-in-law to one of the best hidden gems in New Mexico! Parking lot a bit full but was around noon. I remembered they have a lending library so I brought a book I finished to add to it. Greeted upon entering, found menus and didn't feel rushed to order. (Have to watch head near counter due to slope of stairs). All staff were friendly and patient w any questions. The dining room was mostly filled but found a good table for us 3. I love the mis-matched furniture and all the art. Plus all the local made items on display and for sale. Plenty of books and magazines if wanting to read while dining. Food was brought out quickly. We all enjoyed what we ordered, everything tasted fresh. I look forward to next time! read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Spinach salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

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From farm to table. Fresh food with daily specials. We got coffee, Matcha, lavender lemonade, and huckleberry ice tea. All tasted wonderful and refreshing. read more

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This place is great. I really love the roast beef sandwich- crispy, creamy, meaty, fresh tomato and a touch of acid from the pickled red onions, I'm going tomorrow to have it again! read more

3.5 stars Came here yesterday for lunch after the main lunch rush (easy to find, plenty of parking). Food came out quickly and there's indoor and outdoor seating (outdoor is a must to watch the hummingbirds of course). I was excited to come here after having previously gone to the farm dinner at Schwebach Farms (prepared by Roots). My dad and I both got the chicken panini $11.50, which came with a pickle and a few grapes on the side. The sandwich itself had nicely chopped chicken, shredded cheese, onion, pesto, tomato, and a zesty sauce (the pesto gave me a little bit of heartburn but it is what it is). It was good and the perfect serving size, but could've used a little more flavor. We got a blueberry coconut muffin and a peanut butter muffin to go ($5+ with a slight upcharge for credit card fees). I kind of wish I had gone with the muffin and an iced pumpkin spice latte, but that'll be for next time read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

My aunt and uncle are locals and took me to Roots right after I arrived in Cedar Crest. It is the favorite place of everyone for miles around. The staff is friendly, vibe is chill, and the food and coffee are delicious! They are closed some days of the week so check their hours and plan to stay a while. Indoor and outdoor seating to match your mood. They have a nice little shop to pick up some farm grown gifts or treats to bring home too. read more

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The staff were very nice, but I ordered the chicken pot pie and there was no chicken. it was veggie pot pie. they brought me a new piece of chicken pot pie, but it was just veggie pot pie with dry shredded chicken stuffed into it. The pastry on top wasn't a nice flaky pastry either, with a muffin consistency. My blueberry muffin was large, but literally had 3 blueberries only. I waited 10 minutes to use the only bathroom, during a non-busy time. Hate to see it during the busy season. I don't recommend this place. read more

So driving back from the Mosca peak hike, I decided to swing by for a small latte. This place is super cute, and I mean super cute. I feel like this is what my wife would built if she had to make a cafe. This place seems environmental friendly with the paper to go cups, biodegradable cups. The interior has a nice little cozy cabin and wooden finish. I'm a huge fan of that. Plus the patio is nice. As for the drink. I had a PSL, which is the go to drink during the fall season. Well, I totally missed they had a maple spiced latte. Curse my eyes for not seeing it. I will come back and update my review, because they have some awesome veggie dishes. I think my wife will dig this place too. So, to be continued. read more

Pretty popular spot right before getting into town, we decide to see what's so special about this place. Ordered a German breakfast and fruit salad. 1. German breakfast: pieces of ham, salami, cheese that seems like it's from one of those packages, super thin, cut into medium pieces and lay on the plate with scattered sliced blood orange? Reminds me of a kids art project. 2. Fruit salad: I thought maybe I might get some leaves with my fruits, just a small bowl, bananas, blueberry, dried cranberries and oranges. Coffee was good and they have non coffee stuff too like tea and chai. Small locally made goods section definitely be sure to check out. I don't know if I be here for the food but the coffee and goods sure! read more

Roots Farm Cafe - German breakfast and fruit salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

Love the food here. Great location, loads of delicious menu items. Also items to purchase such as honey, jam, artisan finds and more..

Daniel, Rory, Liz and the crew are outstanding when it comes to service and hospitality! The breakfast sandwich is by far the best in New Mexico restaurants! The atmosphere is so relaxing but the best part about this place besides the food and coffee is Daniels personality! He makes you feel like your home and preparing an awesome meal for you to enjoy! Keep up the great service read more

Stopped in for some breakfast burritos after a hike. SO good. The sauce is fantastic.

Food and prices were great. However, the windows were quite dirty, the glass door was smudged, numerous bulbs were burned out, and the front flower pots and walkways were full of large weeds. This took away from what would have been an enjoyable experience. I hope the owner reads this and takes action. read more

5 star for food and atmosphere. Sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful day and resident kitties. My group enjoyed the antipasto platter, chicken panini, soup, and a breakfast sandwich. Perfect portions for brunch. Topped it off with a chocolate chip cookie and or meal raisin. Highly recommend! read more

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Limited menu. Pretentious. Too light for a hearty breakfast. Too expensive for a daily stop. Not really what I'm ever looking for. It's clean, though. And the service was reasonable and professional. It's just not what I want in either a breakfast stop nor a cafe. read more

After several visits, I can say it has become one of my favorite places for brunch. Fresh from the oven quiche, paninis, cookies... etc.... read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

What makes a good breakfast burrito? Like any self respecting New Mexican, I have spent a lifetime eating my way closer to answering this question. A good breakfast burrito is balanced and contains proportionate ratios of egg, sausage, potato, cheese and of course, green Chile. While I appreciated the freshness of the ingredients for Roots' breakfast burrito, mine contained mostly egg, with a couple of small potato chunks thrown in. The egg was nicely cooked, but really dominated the other ingredients. I wish I had asked if adding green Chile was a possibility-- not a complete dealbreaker to me, provided the ingredient ratios were more balanced. The burrito came with a side of zesty sauce. I think it's sour cream, blended with either salsa or hot sauce. Very tasty, and almost made up for the overwhelming egg. Taste is 8/10, though. Adding green Chile and more equal proportions of ingredients would take this burrito to the top. I'd eat it again! The staff are really kind and friendly. They appear to enjoy working there. read more

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Quaint, cabin feel. Outdoor seating with mountain view Tasty sandwiches, gluten free available read more

If you're considering stopping here, do it! Such a welcoming feeling, great staff and music, and above all the food here was delicious. We had their breakfast sandwich which I really enjoyed, as well as their fancy toast with butter, cinnamon, and sugar. Both were excellent choices. Also if you're looking for a great drink, their golden milk latte was delicious, just the right amount of sweet and flavorful all around. 10/10 can't wait to be back someday!! read more

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A wonderful sunny (but perhaps a bit too warm) day in central New Mexico. Join Tom Neiman and Jim Tritten as they take a local road trip to Tijeras and report on Roots Farm Cafe, a short ride east from Albuquerque via Interstate 40. Good food, service, and atmosphere. Just click on the following YouTube link: https://youtu.be/HEUMFEz3YbA read more

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We had a delicious lunch in a nice, funky setting. Staff was very pleasant and while we didn't bring our dog we liked that they're welcome in the outdoor seating. read more

This is totally my kind of coffeeshop and cafe. The owner is very nice and it has a friendly, small town feel and clientele. There are good, fresh salads, sandwiches, soups, and baked goods all homemade on site, with produce coming from the farm the owner has down the street as much as possible. The interior is a cute cabin style with little tables, and a room with a fireplace. There is also nice patio space outside. Good for vegetarians. They also sell local artisan crafts, and fresh eggs and other produce when in season. read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Beautiful lunch of a mushroom melt, Greek salad, and iced tea after volunteering and hiking in the mountains. I love this place. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

I really love this restaurant, welcoming and friendly staff paired with a very mellow, down to earth at home feeling here. Excellent breakfast every time! 5/5 read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Delicious breakfast burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

I hesitate to write a review because I don't want more people to find out about this place. The food is great, the staff is even greater, but the real reason for going is to esacape from the city for a moment. Sit outside on the patio and enjoy the crisp, clean air, watch the variety of patrons (and their furry friends), and follow the urge to just slow down. Try the paninis and tip generously! read more

Love Roots! They are doing a lot of great things to keep you safe during this crazy COVID-times. Got the lavender latte and fancy banana toast, it did not disappoint! Soo good!! My husband got the breakfast burrito and was also not disappointed! We ate outside on the patio! Great views! Service was quick and friendly and our food was out fast! Still 5 stars in book and highly recommend. read more

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My husband & I stopped here on a whim after a long day of driving from indiana. We LOVED it here! Genuine people and real food. When we walked in, staff came around the counter to greet us & give us menus. After ordering at the register, you can sit inside or outside & they bring your order to you. Plenty of seating everywhere! My veggie panini was *chefs kiss*. I wish I could eat that all the time. My husband got a Mediterranean wrap and it was amazing. Great spot to unwind & soak in the sun just off the highway. Thank you for a great experience! read more

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We visited this wonderful place on our way for a birthday hike in the 4th of July canyon. Plenty of parking even though it's in a tiny area. The front porch welcomes you into a warm and inviting space. The menu is light but has something for everyone!! The latte was absolutely perfect and everything that followed was fresh, locally sourced, and perfectly cooked. I truly wish this place was closer to our home. What a treat!!! read more

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If you are looking for an outstanding breakfast or lunch, STOP here. Daniel and his team offer exceptional meals and service. You will not be disappointed! read more

Roots Farm Cafe - If you are hungry and looking for an outstanding breakfast or lunch, STOP here. Daniel and team do an awesome job. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

After a year of avoiding public places, it's been slow adjusting to the idea of going out. We chose this little mountain-side cafe for our second stay-and-eat experience since social distancing. Masked service staff and cooks are exactly what we expected, and seeing that the cheerful and friendly counter-staff did all the handling of payment and none of the food prep put our safety-conscious nurse-brains at ease. The open air patio for our dining experience could not have been better. The rustic log cabin-designed building is oriented to shelter patrons from the worst of the mountain winds, so even with the stiff breezes, our paper plates stayed put on the tables. Raz had a fancy toast with goat cheese, pesto, and roasted peppers. I thought the fancy toast was delightfully spicy, and Raz even liked it despite his aversion to pine nuts. Every ingredient had that fresh, carefully chosen taste that is just made better by having it in the clean, mountain air. I had the German Breakfast. At first glance it was a basic cheese-plate with 2 types of thin-sliced meats, 2 types of bite-sized cheeses, small ciabatta squares, a little butter, a little hose-made berry preserves and some scattered pieces of fresh, seasonal fruit. What you can't really see in the pictures is the light dusting of what we can only guess is a secret local savory spice mix that elevated the flavor of all those basic ingredients to something worth driving out to the mountains for all on its own. We rounded the experience out with a chai latte, which, like the German Breakfast was worth driving out to the mountains for all on its own, and somehow made even more perfect by the murmur of the winds gusting through the pines all around us, and the slight chill of the morning air outside. We will definitely be returning frequently. read more

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Love this place. They have a terrific menu, hard working staff and it's a lovely place to sit and chat with anyone. It's also dog friendly which is awesome. The parking can get kinda tricky and there's not of places for overflow. read more

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Wow! We pulled off the highway and stopped here on an impulse and the food was great! Not heavy, not greasy, just a good lunch.

Consistently wonderful. See my previous reviews for more detail. I've been here 4 times during road trips from Texas over the last three years and every time has been perfect. Things to try for breakfast: Lavender latte Any and all muffins Anything with their house-made sausage Cookies Come with an extra $40 and leave with a very nice piece of original art. This is a must-stop if you like honest, fresh, yummy farm-to-table food. read more

Had a nice lunch today in this cozy cafe. shared a chicken panini with my mom and we each had a cup of cappuccino. Our kiddos had a grilled cheese panini and hot cocoa. They loved! I highly recommend you stopping by it's dog friendly as well. read more

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Took us 30 min to drive 12 miles. Drove through Bob Ross type of scenery. Worth the drive. Right across from a factory that makes zero noise and doesn't interfere with your quiet morning with the mountains. An older man was out playing a harmonica which set the tone. The paninis are divine. Green salad is pretty good as well. Dressing is phenomenal, and ingredients taste earthy and fresh. Latte was warm and stout with a sweet cream foam. A great cup of coffee. Priced perfectly, hospitality is bar none. A truly great place to start the morning. Roots keeps you grounded. read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Caramel latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico

I had this place bookmarked for the longest time, and now I ask myself what was I waiting for? I finally tried Roots Farm Cafe, and I love it! I love the hippie van that pulled up with nature loving kids that arrived in it. I love the playful dogs at the patio tables outside with their latte swigging roomies. I love the rustic feel of the restaurant and country living-style library inside. I feel a little bad because I'm at the restaurant now and I don't have my hubby here...not so bad that I wouldn't do this again in a red hot minute. He would love it so much though. Oh well. They have some items available for purchase...unfiltered honey, chile raspberry jam (I think I got that name right), and granola, for example. There's big glass jars with fresh cookies and muffins. I had one of the many "fancy toast" dishes available. Mine had pb, honey, bananas, cinnamon and sesame seeds. It was perfect. They have wraps, paninis, salads, antipasto, and breakfast items. They are open till 4. Closed on Tuesday. Staff are welcoming. Prices are good. WiFi is available. And for ABQ peeps, this place is well worth the drive. I will absolutely return soon. read more

Roots Farm Cafe - Peanut Butter Banana Fancy Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tijeras, New Mexico