The Stakeout

Using The Stakeout as our wedding venue exceeded every expectation. Stunning views, gorgeous space--it truly feels like an oasis. The attention to detail is incredible. All of the furniture, place settings, decor, and overall design aesthetic complement each other perfectly, which made the planning process that much easier. So many guests told us it was the best wedding food they'd ever had - fresh, unique, and absolutely delicious. The drinks were equally impressive with an elevated, artisanal feel. Caroline, Johnny, and the team were exceptional - down-to-earth, lovely, and made sure everything ran smoothly even when we had a bit of a rain scare and had to make some pivots. You could tell they genuinely cared about making our day special. Cannot recommend The Stakeout enough!

The Stake Out always offers a great time! Jane is a fabulous host and makes you always feel at home. It’s available for “Special Events”. We had Thanksgiving dinner there 2025. It’s a great hang out during the summer and the sunsets are unbelievable!

The Stakeout is a beautiful place at an elevation that allows you to see sweeping views of the mountains all around Taos. We went on a Sunday evening and ate dinner. The food was great. Voodoo chicken with the corn side dish was an amazing combo! A great bottle of wine. And live music started up around 7:30. Great atmosphere. Recommend. But note that service is relaxed and somewhat slow. And they did run out of some menu items later in the evening.

Brunch is incredible, dinner is a vibe, the salads are fresh and delicious! Some of the best food I’ve had in northern New Mexico. The vegetarian dishes are phenomenal and the space is stunning. Very celiac friendly! Great attention is made for dietary restrictions. I will be back often.

We attended a wedding here a few weeks ago. It could not have been a more memorable or more perfect event. The setting, the building, the food, the cocktails, and, most importantly, the staff are all top-notch. It was an exquisite evening thanks to so much attention to detail behind the scenes. Absolutely lovely. Thank you so much for making this incredible event a beautiful reality!!

The Stakeout is THE WEDDING VENUE of Northern New Mexico. Its offering of adobe arches, outdoor patios, chimeneas and some of the best drink chemists in the southwest, all the while surrounded by sage and piñons gives it so much spirit. My wife and I were not only able to live out a dream of having our wedding in Northern NM at the Stakeout but we also got to share the Mountain Views with our friends from around the world. It almost goes without saying They, along with us, are forever going to have a special spot in our heart for the Stakeout. As a native New Mexican, have your Wedding, Event, an off the beaten path moment at the Stakeout and have your soul touched by a just as enchanting staff… you won’t regret it.

We took our entire company here for drinks and dinner. Everything was perfect — the cocktails were top notch, the food was amazing, the views were spectacular, and best of all — the staff was amazing and knowledgeable. They were suggesting lesser known drinks based on our preferences and had good suggestions for the wine. The was the highlight of our team retreat!

I’ve been coming to the stakeout for years now and each time the experience is more and more impressive. Their latest marvel is a Sunday brunch service that merits a white knuckled, hour long journey through blizzard conditions—it was well worth it to say the least. Best damn steak and eggs of my life. Bread pudding French toast will curl your toes. Atmosphere is unbeatable… classic cozy music, a cute dog now and then, what else could you possibly ask for? Cute bartenders? Check. Long, social, Last Supper-type tables? Check. A Manhattan or New Orleans level cocktail program at rural high desert prices? Check. Nothing but accolades for this Juniperan gem.

I went for what remembered were great views. They still are. Little hard to find now that y her sign on the highway is gone. Honestly,, and when we arrived it didn't look open for Saturday brunch, but eventually the door opened. The food was fantastic. Not extensive menu but everything very well done. Can't wait to return.

Our first and only date before he proposed. This place has special meaning for us with good reason. We even had our rehearsal dinner there, 15 years ago now. Hope to be back now that they're open on Sundays. Perhaps for our anniversary...

We took our entire company here for drinks and dinner. Everything was perfect -- the cocktails were top notch, the food was amazing, the views were spectacular, and best of all -- the staff was amazing and knowledgeable. They were suggesting lesser known drinks based on our preferences and had good suggestions for the wine. The was the highlight of our team retreat!

Stunning for Sunday sunset viewing. Decent food but runs out of options early. Annoying tip screen prompt at the order window with zero service. If you don't mind the plethora of staff, owner's dogs running around freely then you'll enjoy the vibe.

They make great cocktails. They normally have a nice bunch of people in there who appreciate the ambience. I have only been there to big dinners that were maybe a year ago but I loved it. It was such a good time.