La Choza Restaurant Menu

Welcome to La Choza Restaurant, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Santa Fe, NM. Renowned for its authentic New Mexican cuisine, La Choza captivates diners with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. Here, the menu bursts with options, from savory pork carne adovado to zesty green chile chowder, ensuring something delightful for every palate.

One of the standout highlights is the beloved sopapillas, served warm and drizzled with honey—a must-try after your meal. Vegetarian diners will also be pleased with offerings like posole and enchiladas, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to inclusivity.

The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a lovely outdoor patio that enhances your dining experience. With attentive service and a delicious selection of cocktails, including their perfectly crafted silver coin margarita, La Choza is a top choice for anyone seeking a memorable meal in Santa Fe.

Fresh Mushroom Soup Cup

Light cream broth with fresh, pureed Crimini mushrooms (GF)

US$6.50

Fresh Mushroom Soup Bowl

Light cream broth with fresh, pureed Crimini mushrooms (GF)

US$9.00

Green Chile Stew Cup

A spicy stew made with roasted green chiles, potatoes & pieces of pork. Served with a flour tortilla or garlic bread.

US$6.50

Green Chile Stew Bowl

A spicy stew made with roasted green chiles, potatoes & pieces of pork. Served with a flour tortilla or garlic bread.

US$9.00

Green Chile Clam Chowder Cup

Clams, green chile, fingerling potatoes, carrots, celery, cream (GF)

US$6.50

Green Chile Clam Chowder Bowl

Clams, green chile, fingerling potatoes, carrots, celery, cream (GF)

US$9.00

Chile con Carne y Frijoles Cup

A blend of pinto beans, lean ground beef & choice of red or green chile (GF)

US$6.50

Chile con Carne y Frijoles Bowl

A blend of pinto beans, lean ground beef & choice of red or green chile (GF)

US$9.00

New Mexican Posole Cup

A pueblo stew made from Nixtamal corn, pork, coarse red chile, garlic & oregano. Topped with blue corn tortilla strips. Add red or green chile 1.00 (GF) (Vegetarian Style Available)

US$6.50

New Mexican Posole Bowl

A pueblo stew made from Nixtamal corn, pork, coarse red chile, garlic & oregano. Topped with blue corn tortilla strips. Add red or green chile 1.00 (GF) (Vegetarian Style Available)

US$9.00

Vegetarian Posole a la Mexicana Cup

Vegetarian posole served with avocado, onions, cilantro, purple cabbage, and fresh lime. (GF) (Pork Posole Available)

US$7.50

Vegetarian Posole a la Mexicana Bowl

Vegetarian posole served with avocado, onions, cilantro, purple cabbage, and fresh lime. (GF) (Pork Posole Available)

US$10.00

Seasonal Green Salad Small

Green Kale, Parmesan, roasted pecans, dried cranberries, vinaigrette. (GF) (Vegetarian)

US$8.00

Seasonal Green Salad Large

Green Kale, Parmesan, roasted pecans, dried cranberries, vinaigrette. (GF) (Vegetarian) Served with French Garlic Bread (not GF)

US$10.00

Bleu Cheese & Roasted Walnut Salad Small

Fresh mixed greens, roasted walnuts & bleu cheese. Served with a house balsamic vinaigrette. (GF) (Vegetarian)

US$8.00

Bleu Cheese & Walnut Salad Large

Fresh mixed greens, roasted walnuts & bleu cheese. Served with a house balsamic vinaigrette. (GF) (Vegetarian) Served with French Garlic Bread (not GF)

US$10.00

Caesar Salad Small

Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, house croutons & house-made vegetarian Caesar dressing. (Vegetarian)

US$8.00

Caesar Salad Large

Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, house croutons & house-made vegetarian Caesar dressing. Served with French Garlic Bread. (Vegetarian)

US$10.00

Mixed Green Salad Small

Fresh mixed greens, carrots, bell peppers, cucumber & walnuts. Choice of House Balsamic Vinaigrette, Mustard Vinaigrette, Ranch, Italian, Bleu Cheese Dressings. (GF) (Vegetarian)

US$8.00

Mixed Green Salad Large

Fresh mixed greens, carrots, bell peppers, cucumber & walnuts. Choice of House Balsamic Vinaigrette, Mustard Vinaigrette, Ranch, Italian, Bleu Cheese Dressings. (GF) (Vegetarian) Served with French Garlic Bread (not GF)

US$10.00

Chicken Breast or Sauteed Cod Add On

Add grilled chicken breast or sauteed cod to any salad.

US$5.50

Sliced Avocado Add On

Add sliced avocado to any salad.

US$3.00

The Trio

Choice of Queso, Choza Salsa, Roasted Salsa, or Zesty Bean Dip served with house-made tortilla chips. Add Seasoned Ground beef, Red Chile Beef, Green Chile Beef, or veg-refried beans to Queso 2.00 (GF)

US$12.00

The Duo

Choice of Queso, Choza Salsa, Roasted Salsa, or Zesty Bean Dip served with house-made tortilla chips. Add Seasoned Ground beef, Red Chile Beef, Green Chile Beef, or veg-refried beans to Queso 2.00 (GF)

US$9.00

The Solo

Choice of Queso, Choza Salsa, Roasted Salsa, or Zesty Bean Dip served with house-made tortilla chips. Add Seasoned Ground beef, Red Chile Beef, Green Chile Beef, or veg-refried beans to Queso 2.00 (GF)

US$5.00

Guacamole & Chips

House made Guacamole served with house made blue & yellow corn tortilla chips. (GF)

US$8.00

Tostada

Crisp blue corn tortilla, veg-refried beans, cheddar cheese, lettuce, topped with salsa. (GF) (Vegetarian)

US$7.00

Vegetable Tostada

Crisp blue corn tortilla, veg-refried beans, veggies - yellow squash, zucchini, broccoli, cabbage, pico de gallo, avocado, slice of lime. Add side of red chile, green chile, or salsa 1 each. (GF) (Vegetarian) (Vegan)

US$9.00

Nachos

Blue & yellow corn tortilla chips, pinto beans, cheese & red or green chile. Served with fresh jalapeno, guacamole, & salsa on the side. Add Chicken, Beef, or Veggies each 1.50 (GF) (Vegetarian)

US$14.00

Vegetable Quesadilla

Cheese, vegetable blend - broccoli, zucchini, yellow squash, & green chile, melted between two flour tortillas. (Vegetarian)

US$14.00

Green Chile, Chicken Quesadilla

Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese, chicken & green chile between two flour tortillas.

US$14.00

Frito Pie

Frito chips, lean ground beef, red chile, pinto beans, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomato. (GF)

US$12.50

Chalupa

One large, crisp flour tortilla bowl filled with veg-refried beans, lettuce, cheese, salsa, guacamole & sour cream. Served with house-made corn tortilla chips. Add Spanish rice and/or Posole each 1. Add Chicken, Beef, or Carne Adovada (chicken or pork) add 3, add side of red or green chile 1 each.

US$10.00

Enchilada Plate

Blue corn tortillas stacked between two layers of cheese, a sprinkle of onions & covered with red or green chile. Served with pinto beans, posse & a garnish of lettuce & tomato. Add Chicken, Beef, or Carne Adovada (chicken or pork) add 3 (GF) (Cheese Enchiladas can be served vegetarian style upon request)

US$14.00

Chicken, Beef, or Adovada Enchilada Plate

Add choice of Chicken, Beef, or Carne Adovada (pork or chicken) to Enchilada Plate: blue corn tortillas stacked between two layers of cheese, a sprinkle of onions & covered with red or green chile. Served with pinto beans, posole & a garnish of lettuce & tomato.

US$17.00

Vegetable Enchiladas

Blue corn tortillas rolled around sauteed broccoli, zucchini & yellow squash, topped with cheese & covered with a choice of red or green chile. Served with pinto beans, Spanish rice & a garnish of lettuce & tomato. (GF) (Vegetarian)

US$17.00

Spinach Enchiladas

Blue corn tortillas rolled around sauteed spinach and onions, topped with cheese & covered with a choice of red or green chile. Served with Pinto Beans & Vegetarian Posole.

US$17.00

Soft Blue Corn Tacos

Soft blue corn tortillas filled with cheddar cheese, onion, tomato & lettuce. Choice of lean ground beef or baked chicken. Smothered with choice of red chile, green chile or a side of salsa. Served with pinto beans, posse & a garnish of lettuce & tomato. (GF)

US$17.00

Blue Corn Burritos

Two blue corn tortillas filled with pinto beans, cheddar cheese & onion. Smothered with red or green chile. Add vegetarian posole, and/or Spanish rice each 1 (GF) (Vegetarian)

US$14.00

Burrito Grande

A large flour tortilla filled with pinto beans & onion, topped with cheese & smothered with red or green chile. Served with vegetarian posole, Spanish rice, lettuce & tomato. Add Chicken, Beef, or Carne Adovada (chicken or pork) 3

US$14.50

Stuffed Sopaipilla

A sopaipilla stuffed with veg-refried beans, smothered with cheese and choice of red or green chile. Served with veg-refried beans, Spanish rice, & a garnish of lettuce & tomato. Add Chicken, Beef, or Carne Adovada (chicken or pork) 3

US$14.00

Chile Relleno Plate

Two whole roasted green chiles stuffed with Monterey jack cheese, coated in house batter, fried to a golden brown then covered with red or green chile. Served with pinto beans, Spanish rice & garnish of lettuce and tomato. Drizzled with lime crema upon request. (GF)(Vegetarian)

US$16.00

Tamale Plate (2)

Choice of red chile- pork tamale &/or green chile- vegetable tamale (vegetarian). Two house-made tamales topped with cheese, covered with choice of red, green, or xmas chile. Served with pinto beans, posole & garnish of lettuce & tomato. (GF) (Vegan Available)

US$16.00

Tortilla Burger

6 oz NM beef patty folded in a flour tortilla with cheese & smothered with red or green chile & served with pinto beans, lettuce, & tomato.

US$16.50

Steak Combo Plate

10 oz NM Ribeye served with choice of- Cheese Enchilada, Tamale, Chile Relleno, or Blue Corn Burrito- Covered with red or green chile & served with pinto beans, posole, lettuce & tomato. (GF)

US$33.50

Ribeye a la carte

US$25.00

Combination Plate (Create your own with 2 items)

Create your own combination of two items from the following options: Carne Adovada (pork or chicken), Tamale (pork or vegetable), Chile Relleno, Cheese Enchilada, Blue Corn Burrito, Taco (crisp or soft) with beef or chicken.... Choice of red or green chile, served with pinto beans, posole, lettuce & tomato. Add for an additional charge: beef, chicken, carne adovada, vegetables, bacon, or an egg...

US$16.50

Combination Plate (Create your own with 3 items)

Create your own combination of two items from the following options: Carne Adovada (pork or chicken), Tamale (pork or vegetable), Chile Relleno, Cheese Enchilada, Blue Corn Burrito, Taco (crisp or soft) with beef or chicken.... Choice of red or green chile, served with pinto beans, posole, lettuce & tomato. Add for an additional charge: beef, chicken, carne adovada, vegetables, bacon, or an egg...

US$20.00

Fish Tacos (2)

Two folded tortillas (flour, blue gf, or yellow gf corn) filled with Atlantic Cod sauteed in butter & spicy tomato salsa, topped with avocado & cabbage slaw. Served with a tropical pico de gallo (pineapple, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime) and Spanish rice. Add a Third Fish Taco 5. GF or Dairy Free available upon request.

US$17.00

Crispy Tacos (2)

Blue (1) and yellow (1) corn tortilla, fried into crisp taco shells filled with cheddar cheese, tomato & lettuce. Choice of ground beef, shredded chicken, green chile beef, or red chile beef. Served with a side of salsa, pinto beans & posole. Add a Third Crisp Taco 4 (GF)

US$13.50

Chicken Taquitos

Four rolled blue & yellow corn tortillas filled with chicken & cheese, then baked. Served with veg-refried beans or Spanish rice, lettuce, tomato & a choice of two dips: salsa, queso or guacamole. (GF)

US$14.00

Hamburger

6 oz Native beef, NM, AZ, Navajo Nation patty served on a bun with lettuce, onion, & tomato. Choice of potato chips, fritos, tortilla chips or a side mixed green salad. Burger Adds for an additional charge: Mild or Sharp Cheddar, Swiss, or Bleu Cheese , Pickles (Low Grillos Italian Dill Chips, all natural), Pico de Gallo or Roasted Green Chile, Guacamole or Sliced Avocado, Bacon, Caramelized Red Onions, Red or Green Chile sauce.

US$14.00

Buffalo Burger

8 oz Beck & Bulow NM Buffalo patty served on a bun with lettuce, onion, & tomato. Choice of potato chips, fritos, tortilla chips or a side mixed green salad. Burger Adds for an additional charge: Mild or Sharp Cheddar, Swiss, or Bleu Cheese , Pickles (Low Grillos Italian Dill Chips, all natural), Pico de Gallo or Roasted Green Chile, Guacamole or Sliced Avocado, Bacon, Caramelized Red Onions, Red or Green Chile sauce.

US$17.00

Huevos Rancheros

Two blue corn tortillas topped with two eggs, cheese & onions. Smothered with red or green chile. Served with pinto beans, posole, lettuce & tomato. (GF) (Vegetarian style available upon request)

US$14.00

Green Chile Bacon Cheeseburger

6 oz Native Beef, Cheese, Green chile, Bacon, Caramelized red onions, lettuce & tomato. Choice of potato chips, fritos, or side mixed green salad.

US$18.50

Entrees come with choice of Garlic Bread, Sopaipilla, or Flour Tortilla

All entree items come with choice of Garlic Bread, Sopaipilla, or Flour Tortilla. (Can substitute for side blue or yellow corn tortilla for a GF option)

US$0.00

All Kid's Menu Entrees Served with Choice of One Side:

Carrots, Bell Pepper, Cucumber, Apple Sauce, Fritos, Potato Chips, Pinto Beans, "Refried" Beans, add 2nd side item 0.50, add side of red or green chile 1.00

US$0.00

Kid's Quesadilla

Cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese between flour tortillas. Add Chicken or Veggies 1.00

US$6.00

Kid's Pinto Bean Burrito

Flour tortilla, cheddar cheese, pinto beans, Add burrito 2.75

US$6.00

Kid's Crisp Yellow Corn Taco (1)

Cheese & lean ground beef or shredded chicken, lettuce & tomato on the side. Add a Taco 3

US$6.00

Kid's Taquitos (2)

Two Taquitos- baked with chicken & cheddar cheese. Served with Guacamole

US$7.00

Kid's Grilled Cheese

American or Cheddar Cheese, Sourdough Bread

US$6.00

Kid's Cheeseburger

4 oz lean ground beef patty, cheddar cheese, lettuce & tomato.

US$7.00

Kid's Cup of Pinto Beans

Topped with Cheddar Cheese. Served with Flour Tortilla on the side.

US$4.00

Beverage

Lemonade, Iced Tea - Regular Unsweetened or Raspberry Herbal, Juice - Apple, Cranberry, Orange, Milk, Chocolate Milk, Ginger Ale, Root Beer, Sprite, Coke, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, Orange Soda

US$3.00

Choza Red

El Tequileno Reposado, Pama Liqueur

US$11.00

Choza Gold

El Tequileno Reposado, Triple Sec

US$10.00

Choza Silver

El Tesoro Silver, Triple Sec

US$10.00

The House

Espolon Blanco, Triple Sec

US$9.00

Don de Oro

Don Julio Reposado, Cointreau

US$13.25

Paso de Oro

ArteNOM 1414 Reposado, Bauchant, chile-salt rim

US$13.00

The St-Rita

Espolon Blanco, St-Germain Elderflower

US$10.25

Choza Burn

Espolon Blanco, Cointreau, Jalapeno infused sour, chile-salt rim (spicy)

US$10.50

Gran Gold

Don Julio Anejo, Gran Marnier

US$15.00

Gold Coin

Cantera Negra Reposado, Cointreau

US$12.25

Silver Coin

El Tesoro Silver, Cointreau

US$11.50

The Don

Don Julio Blanco, Cointreau

US$12.00

Silver Spur

Espolon Blanco, Cointreau

US$10.50

La Plata

Azunia Blanco, lime press, agave nectar

US$12.00

El Oro

"2" Tequila Reposado, Fresh Lime, Agave

US$13.00

Sangre de Cristo

Espolon Blanco, Cointreau, Blood Orange

US$12.25

Ghost Rider

Casamigos Reposado, Bauchant, Cynar

US$12.25

La Perla

El Tesoro Blanco, Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao, fresh lime juice, touch of agave

US$13.00

Mijenta

Mijenta Blanco, Fresh Lime, Agave

US$11.50

Grandera

Cantera Negra Anejo, Grand Marnier, Fresh Lime, Agave

US$15.00

La Jalea

Herradura Ultra Cristalino, Cointreau, Fresh Lime

US$15.00

Lalolita

Lalo Blanco, Cointreau, Fresh Lime

US$13.00

Rio Bravo

Las Milpas by Del Maguey, lime press, Agave, Salt rim

US$14.25

Mezcal Margarita

Madre Espadin, Cointreau, lime press

US$11.00

Mango Mezcal Margarita

Ilegal Joven, Espolon Blanco, Cointreau, mango puree, lime press, chile-salt rim

US$11.00

Smoke & Fire

Don Amado Rustico, Espolon Blanco, Triple Sec, jalapeno sour, chile-salt rim (spicy)

US$10.75

Dulce Diablo

Puebla by Del Maguey, St-Germain Elderflower, jalapeno sour, chile-salt rim (spicy)

US$10.00

La Curandera

Ilegal Joven, lemon press, blackberry, fresh sage, orange bitters

US$14.00

The Other Word

Puebla by Del Maguey, Dme Benedictine, Luxardo Marachino Liqueur, lime press. Served up with a lime twist

US$14.00

Oaxacan Paloma

Madre Espadin, grapefruit juice, club soda, lime press

US$10.25

Oaxacan Old Fashioned

El Tequileno Reposado Tequila, Yuu Baal Reposado Mezcal, Mole Bitters, Luxardo cherry, Orange Twist

US$13.00

Sangre de Cristo Ahumada

Puebla mezcal by Del Maguey, Cointreau, blood orange, lime press, chile-salt rim

US$11.25

Mezcal Negroni

Don Amado Rustico, Campari, Carpano-Antica Formula Sweet Vermouth, orange twist

US$11.00

El Mezcalero

Madre Ensemble, Pineapple juice, Tamarind elixir, Lime press, Agave

US$14.00

Killer Bee

Puebla by Del Maguey, Lemon juice, Honey syrup, served up

US$12.00

Smoky Elegante

Yuu Baal Reposado, Cointreau, Ancho Reyes, Orange Bitters, served up in a snifter

US$13.00

Naked in the Desert

Quechol Wheeleri Sotol, Die Benedictine, Aperol, Lime, Rocks

US$14.00

Pura Vida

Azunia Blanco, St-Germain, lime, passionfruit, Chile salt rim, rocks

US$13.00

The Lime in the Coconut

Mijenta Blanco, Lime, Guava, Cream of Coconut, Lemon, Served Up

US$13.00

Purple Reign

Empress 1908 Gin, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Lavender Syrup, Lemon

US$12.00

La Rana

Empress Cucumber Lemon Gin, Lime juice, St-Germain Elderflower liqueur, Cucumber

US$12.00

Silent Night

Ilegal Mezcal Reposado, Mijenta Tequila Reposado, Apple juice, Lemon juice, Cinnamon syrup

US$13.00

Spicy Mezcal Sour

Mezcal, Lime juice, Grapefruit juice, Alma Tepec-pasilla pepper liqueur, Simple syrup, Served up

US$13.00

Fallen Apple

Don Amado Rustico, Tamarind elixir, Lemon press, Apple simple syrup, Tamarind chile salt

US$13.00

Nightshift

Cantera Negra Tequila Reposado, Cantera Negra Cafe, Espresso, Shaken, Served Up

US$12.00

Blackberry Sage Kentucky Mule

Nelson's Green Briar Sour Mash Whiskey, Ginger beer, Blackberry simple syrup, Sage, Orange, Lime

US$12.00

El Norteno

Bulleit Rye, Atapino liqueur, Carpano-Sweet vermouth, Bitters

US$10.75

Happy Trails

Bulleit Rye, Carpano-Antica Formula sweet vermouth, Aperol, orange slice

US$12.00

Gold Rush

Angel's Envy, Lemon press, Honey, served cold or hot

US$11.00

Winter Sour

Big Nose Kate bourbon, Lemon press, Rosemary simple, Agave, Served up

US$12.75

Botanical Lemonade

Lavender & Rosemary simple syrup, lemon juice, soda water

US$7.00

Tamarind Mule

Tamarind elixir, sour mix, ginger beer

US$7.00

Casi Paloma

Grapefruit juice, lime, agave, soda water

US$7.00

No-jito

mint, lime juice, simple syrup, soda water

US$7.00

Phony Negroni

by St. Agrestis, served on the rocks with a twist of orange

US$8.00

Phony Mezcal Negroni

by St. Argrestis, served on the rocks, twist of orange, chile salt rim

US$8.00

The Quencher

lemon press, preserved lemon peel, agave, soda water, salt rim

US$7.00

Fruit Spritzer

choose- prickly pear, strawberry, mango, pineapple, or blood orange mixed with lemonade & soda water

US$5.50

Alice's Special

Cranberry juice and soda water with a lime wedge

US$3.25

Zinfandel Blend - Old Vine Red "OVR"

Marietta, Sonoma, CA

Tempranillo

Baron de Ley Reserva, Rioja, Spain

Malbec

Graffito, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina

Red Blend

Eshcol by Treffethen, Napa Valley, CA

Syrah

Saint Cosme, Cotes du Rhone, France

Super Tuscan

(cab, merlot, cab franc, petit verdot), Lagoon Toscana, Italy

Vouvray (Chenin Blanc)

Charles Bove, Loire Valley, France

Albarino

Cadre, "Sea Queen", Edna Valley, CA

Pinot Gris

Friedrich Becker Family, Pfalz, Germany

Sauvignon Blanc

Astrolabe, Marlborough, New Zealand

Prosecco (187 ml)

Mionetto, Valdobbiadene, Italy

Sangria (glass)

A refreshing blend of fruit & Burgundy wine

US$7.00

Sangria (1/2 Liter)

A refreshing blend of fruit & Burgundy wine

US$17.00

Sangria (Liter)

A refreshing blend of fruit & Burgundy wine

US$27.00

Chardonnay (375 ml)

Duckhorn, Napa, CA

US$28.00

La Cumbre

Elevated IPA

Second Street

Seasonal

Ex Novo

Seasonal

Bow and Arrow

Seasonal

Stella Artois Zero

Non-Alcohol

US$4.75

Beer Creek

US$6.00

Ex Novo

US$6.00

Sierra Blanca

US$6.00

Michelada

Beer of your choice, Choza Bloody Mary mix, Salt Rim, Lime wedge, Olive

US$7.00

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