El Paragua Restaurant
El Paragua Restaurant serves Authentic New Mexican cooking at 603 Santa Cruz Rd, with craft cocktails and signatures including Enchilada Atencio.
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- Address
- 603 Santa Cruz Rd, Española, NM 87532
- Phone
- +1 505 753 3211
- Website
- elparagua.com

Enchilada Atencio and Combination Platter
Authentic New Mexican cooking defines this Atencio Family restaurant, with Enchilada Atencio and the Combination Platter as named signatures. That narrows the choice for diners seeking a focused regional lunch or dinner.
603 Santa Cruz Rd and craft cocktails
603 Santa Cruz Rd anchors the visit in Española, while craft cocktails, casual service, and a conversational noise level suit a lunch or dinner planned around talking at the table.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Paragua Restaurant | Authentic New Mexican | $$ | , | Santa Cruz |
| The Original Cocina Azul | Authentic New Mexican | $$ | , | Raynolds Addition |
| Escondido | Coastal & Northern Mexican Fusion | $$$ | , | Santa Fe |
| Horseman's Haven Cafe | New Mexican | $$ | , | Cerrillos Road |
| Little Anita's New Mexican Food | Authentic New Mexican | $$ | , | Menaul Development Area |
| Maria's New Mexican Kitchen | New Mexican Kitchen | $$ | , | Santa Fe |
At a Glance
- Classic
- Rustic
- Cozy
- Well Known
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Historic Building
- Craft Cocktails
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Welcoming home-like atmosphere reflecting northern New Mexico's distinctive culture with a rich family history.














