About
Just imagine the experience of rotating ice cream flavors reflecting New Mexico’s vibrant seasons. Complement this with an organic cafe, a creamery, and a local marketplace sharing a single address and you’ve found Manzanita Market.
This health food-minded market café is the little sister to The Love Apple, a Taos favorite known for its organic, locally sourced cooking. That same food philosophy carries over here in a casual, daytime format.
Just a short stroll from the Taos Plaza, Manzanita Market takes farm-to-table to another level as the sign outside boasts “Farm to Fork.” Beyond their savory fresh dishes, you’ll also find locally produced items to enhance overall health. From botanical oils, lotions, and salves to products made from wild flower essences, Manzanita Market carves out a valuable space for local farmers and producers.
Vibe
Manzanita Market's plaza address places you among adobe buildings, galleries, and shops that make up the historic core of Taos. Much as the earthen walls that envelop it, the vibe at Manzanita Market is natural and relaxed.
The space works as both a cafe and a shop. You can grab a table for a full meal or browse market goods while you wait for an order. Bright, picnic-table style seating indoors, including an expansive table for larger groups or shared seating, encourages conversation and community. When the weather cooperates, outdoor seating under the trees is a pleasant spot to enjoy the high desert air.
The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. Families, couples, and solo travelers fit right in.
Manzanita Market: Menu & Drinks
The creamery is the star for many visitors. Remember we mentioned the fresh seasonal rotating ice-cream flavors. House-made ice cream, made in house in small batches, arrives in a tall glass topped with whipped cream and a straw, a treat that appeals to kids and grown-ups alike. Their most popular flavor, Peppermint Chocolate Chip, is steeped in local peppermint when in season.
Breakfast and lunch plates lean on organic, local ingredients, a nod to the farm-focused roots shared with The Love Apple. The menu suits a hearty start before a day of exploring or a midday break between gallery visits or before a drive out to appreciate views around the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge.
Sunday brunch is another highlight. It's a laid-back way to ease into the morning, and it fits well before a walk around the Taos Plaza.
Manzanita Market is a natural stop for any Taos vacation because it covers several needs at once. You get a fresh, organic meal, a sweet treat, and a chance to shop local, all in one historic setting. As their motto states, the Manzanita Market is a community celebration of local labor.
Local Tips
- Park once and explore the plaza on foot after your meal.
- Save room for the creamery, even if you only share a single treat.
- Browse the market shelves for local gifts and snacks to bring back to your vacation rental.
- Plan to get there early for Sunday Brunch as there may be a wait.
