Mine Shaft Tavern: 2846 State Hwy 14 in Madrid, NM
(505) 473-0743
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When you "belly up to the bar" at the Mine Shaft Tavern you will be served from the longest stand-up bar in New Mexico. In 1944 the construction of the Mine Shaft Tavern was begun, the last of the "company town" buildings erected. The 40 ft. lodge pole pine bar, as well as most of the furnishings you see, were here in 1946 when the Tavern first opened its doors. Although you may now partake of lunch or dinner (as well as one of our "Famous Guaranteed Margaritas" ) little has changed since the mining heydays. The Tavern was built by Oscar Huber, who became mining superintendent in 1919, and later as Albuquerque & Cerrillos Coal Co. bought the town lock stock and mineral rights. Paintings above the bar by renowned Sandia Park artist Ross J. Ward colorfully portray Madrid's rich history. (The Latin phrase on the angel's banner freely translated, reads, "it is better to drink than work" - a call to the weary miners!)
Biker Comments: "I don't think I ever been there without seeing bikes out front and leather inside. Good people, good beer!"
06-23-2007, 10:54 PM
The Mine Shaft Tavern (New Mexico)
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