Not only is the scenery enchanting throughout the Land of Enchantment but so is some of the food. If you grew up here, you probably know that the green chile cheeseburger was invented in New Mexico. However, many people don’t know. So, how did the green chile cheeseburger come to be? Well, that’s the story I’m about to tell you.

While the hamburger was invented in Hamburg, Germany, the green hatch chile cheeseburger is a totally different story.
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The place that the green chile cheeseburger is believed to have originated is The Owl Bar Cafe in San Antonio, New Mexico.
The Original Owl Bar & Cafe, 77 US-380, San Antonio, NM 87832, USA
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As the story goes, scientists working on the Manhattan Project would frequent this establishment. It became a sort of hangout spot for them to have drinks and grab a bite to eat.
The Original Owl Bar & Cafe/Facebook

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They would order cheeseburgers with a side of green chile. Then, one day, the dishwasher didn't show up for work. Because of this, the bowls that the side of green chile would go in were dirty. So the chef decided to improvise.
The Original Owl Bar & Cafe/Facebook
He put the green chiles directly on top of the cheeseburgers. And, thus, the iconic green chile cheeseburger was born!
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Naturally, this new food combination became such a big hit that restaurants all around New Mexico serve it.
The Mine Shaft Tavern/Facebook
Whether you find yourself in San Antonio, NM, and top at the Owl Bar & Cafe or head to another establishment, having a green chile cheeseburger is a taste of New Mexico.
Sparkys BBQ and Espresso/Facebook

How much do you love green chile cheeseburgers? What’s your favorite spot in New Mexico to gran one? Let us know in the comments! To discover more delicious cuisine in New Mexico, how about embarking on a food tour? You can book the Wander New Mexico Food Tour – Railyard Arts District on Viator!

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