The Cowgirl BBQ opened its doors to Santa Fe in 1993 and it's been great barbeque and exuberant nightlife ever since. Down-home friendly service, generous portions and "Way out West" spirit have made the Cowgirl a favorite with both visitors and locals. On any day, you'll find families with their litter cowpokes brushing elbows with an eclectic assortment of working ranch hands, artists, craftsmen and professionals who make the Cowgirl their home away from home. Patio dining is a sure sign of spring at the Cowgirl with diners claim their favorite table to chow down and do some people-watching.

Chef Patrick Lambert skillfully executes the Cowgirl menu, which features mesquite-smoked barbeque and a whole lot more. All smoking is done on premises, and he takes great pride in the quality of the smoked brisket, chicken and baby back ribs. Sirloin and T-bone steaks are the best value in town and the seafood choices feature grilled bourbon salmon filets, cracker-fried catfish, blackened mahi and Patrick's signature seared scallops. All this plus a wide array of regional American dishes ranging from New Mexican specialties to Tex-Mex, Cajun-Creole and Carribean.

Nightly live entertainment rounds out the scene at the Cowgirl, with Americana and alt-country acts, blues artists, country singers, songwriters, karaoke, DJs and touring bands adding up to the best small club for music this side of Austin. Legendary Frozen Margaritas, a complete tequila selection and a dozen craft brews on tap, and 4 pool tables help make the Cowgirl one of the liveliest nightspots in town. The Cowgirl is open every day for lunch and dinner midnight (except Sunday to 11 p.m.), with Ranch Breakfast served on the weekends. Reservations are welcome. Visit our website at www.cowgirlsantafe.com for more information and sample menus.

Cowgirl Catering services augment the busy restaurant with full service off-site catering. We are an approved provider for both food and alcohol beverage at the new SF Community Convention Center. From intimate gatherings to over a thousand guests, the Cowgirl's catering crew provides the same value and spirit that have made the restaurant a downtown institution.