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CHECK OUR CALENDAR OF LAS CRUCES' EXCITING EVENTS, FESTIVALS, AND FIESTAS
When it comes to dining out,
Las Cruces has a wide range of dining opportunities.
There is something to satisfy everyone's taste buds.
Located in the heart of the chile capital of the world, Las Cruces is home to some of the best and  hottest Mexican food around. The big question is RED OR GREEN?
Mexican food is embedded in the culture of the southwest and Las Cruces. The rich aromas, vibrant colors, and succulent flavors create an experience perfect for any palette. The Mexican food here isn’t just a lunch or a dinner, it truly is an experience! Local restaurants offer more than food; they offer the opportunity to escape into a world of Mexican culture. Brightly colored walls, authentic Mexican art and friendly faces make you feel welcomed. No Mexican food meal would be complete without chile! Located in the heart of the chile capital in the world, Las Cruces is home to some of the best and Mexican food in the world. You may be able to find Mexican Food just about anywhere these days, but only in Las Cruces can you find the real deal.
Many local restaurants feature traditional Mexican food. Their entrees are made from famous family recipes. So whether you are looking to try some of the hottest chile west of the Mississippi or just relax and enjoy a taste of mild New Mexican-style cuisine, Las Cruces offers it all - and at very reasonable prices as well.
But if the hot chile becomes too much for you to handle, don't worry, Las Cruces has a cuisine to satisfy your every wish. Our restaurants feature everything from from fast food, and buffet-style menus to authentic gourmet ethnic cuisines. There are also all of the major national chain restaurants, so there are plenty of familiar names to choose from.
This list of Restaurants is as complete as possible. It is organized by cuisine.
Click on a cuisine to see all of the restaurants in that category.
AMERICAN
Abraham's Bank Tower Restaurant
Wells Fargo Bank Tower
Downtown Las Cruces
(575) 523-5911
Great views of the city. Serving breakfast and lunch.
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
2501 E. Lohman Ave.
(575) 522-3292
1601 Hickory Loop
(575) 525-1891
Ribs, burgers, salads and sandwiches. Serving lunch and dinner.
Blue Agave Cafe
1765 Sl Main St. (inside the Best Western Mission Inn)
(575) 524-8591
Caliche's Frozen Custard
590 S. Valley Dr.
(575) 647-5066
131 Roadrunner Pkwy
(575) 521-1161
An old fashioned drive-in serving frozen custard with a large choice of toppings as well as hot dogs and sandwiches. A Las Cruces favorite. Serving lunch and dinner.
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar
426 N. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-8081
Southwestern-style entrees, salads, burgers and ribs. Serving lunch and dinner.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
1490 Hickory Dr.
(575) 647-0067
Country-style breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Denny's
740 S. Main.
(575) 524-0791
American breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Eddie's Bar & Grill
901 Avenida de Mesilla
(575) 5248603
Full American menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located inside the Best Western Mesilla Valley Inn.
Farley's Food & Fun Pub
3499 Foothills Rd.
(575) 522-0466
Wood fired pizzas, burgers, fajitas and more. Serving lunch and dinner.
Furr's Fresh Buffet
2340 E Griggs
(575) 647-9515
All you can eat buffet. Serving lunch and dinner.
Game, The
2605 S. Espina St.
(575) 524-4263
Burgers, sandwiches, ribs and hot dogs. Serving lunch and dinner
Golden Corral Family Steakhouse
601 S. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-4335
Buffet style restaurant serving steak, seafood and chicken. Serving breakfast on weekends, lunch and dinner daily.
Hooters Restaurant
3530 Foothills Rd.
(575) 521-9898
Famous for buffalo wings and other American cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner.
International House of Pancakes (IHOP)
2900 N. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-8240
American cuisine, specializing in pancakes. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Pancake Alley
2146 W. Picacho Ave.
(575) 647-4836
Diner-style food in a 50's retro setting. Known for breakfasts and desserts.
Pizzeria Uno Chicago Grill
2102 Telshor Ct.
(575) 522-8866
Pizzas, pastas and steaks. Serving lunch and dinner.
Players Grill
3000 Champions Drive
(575) 646-2457
At NMSU Golf Course. Big Screen TV, full bar service. Casual breakfast, lunch and snacks.
Ruby Tuesday
2611 N. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 639-0890
Full lunch and dinner menu. TVs and bar.
Shed, The/Old Mesilla Pastry Cafe
810 S. Valley
(575) 525-2636
Formerly the Old Mesilla Pastry Café. Now famous for their brick-oven pizzas. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Closed Mondays.
Sunset Grill
1274 Golf Club Rd. (inside the Sonoma Ranch Golf Course clubhouse)
(575) 521-1826
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Contemporary cuisine and cocktails. Patio or fireside dining available.
Village Inn Pancake House
445 N. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 521-1512
Village Inn Pancake House
1205 El Paseo Rd.
(575) 523-0794
American cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Wing Stop
1420 Missouri Ste. 11am
(575) 532-5252
Large selection of wings. Serving lunch and dinner. Open late.
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BARBECUE
Jesse's KC BBQ
227 S. Main St. and Downtown Mall
(575) 522-3662
Carry out specials include ribs, brisket and pork shoulder with potato salad and coleslaw.
Open daily for lunch. Catering available.
Ranchway BBQ
604 N. Valley Dr.
(575) 523-7361
Barbecue and Mexican food. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday.
Texas Roadhouse
2200 E. Lohman Ave.
(575) 524-7427
Featuring ribs, fresh baked bread, hand cut steaks, made from scratch side dished and ice cold beer.
The Rib Cage
939 N. Main St.
(575) 523-0271
Ribs, pork, brisket, sausage, hens by the plate or the pound. Open daily for lunch.
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COFFEE SHOPS
Bean of Mesilla
2011 Avenida de Mesilla
(575) 523-0560
Josefina's
2261 Calle de Guadalupe
(575) 525-2620
Historical adobe serving tea, coffee, backed goods, soup and quiche.
Milagro Coffee Express
1733 E. University Ave.
(575) 532-1042
Serving unique coffees, croissants and fresh baked goods.
Spirit Winds
2260 Locust St.
(575) 521-1222
Coffee house and unique gift shop serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Starbucks Coffee
2511 E. Lohman
(575) 521-0825
1500 S. Valley Dr.
(575) 523-0089
2808 N. Telshor
(575) 522-0379
Featuring coffee and tea beverages
in a relaxed environment. Outside patio and drive-thru window. Open all day.
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SANDWICHES
Big Chair Cafe
2701 W Picacho Ave.
(575) 527-0098
Specialty coffees, pastries, sandwiches and soups. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday - Friday.
Boba Café
1900 S. Espina, Ste. 8
(575) 647-5900
Trendy café serving sandwiches, soups, salads, coffee and exotic teas. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Corner Deli
2139 N. Main Street
(575) 523-4045
DG's University Deli.
1305 E. University Ave.
(575) 522-8409
Huge selections of both hot and cold deli sandwiches. Homemade ice cream. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Durango Bagel
1495 Solano Dr.
(575) 522-3397
Sandwiches, bagels, and desserts. Serving breakfast and lunch.
Metropolitan Deli & Grill
1001 E. University Avenue
(575) 522-3354
300 El Molino
(575) 647-3354
Hot and cold deli sandwiches and salads. Lunch and Dinner
Red Mountain Café
1120 Commerce Drive.
(575) 522-7584
Soups, sandwiches and fresh baked goods. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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INTERNATIONAL
Cafe Paisano
1740 Calle de Mercado
(575) 524-0211
Full gourmet menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Including vegetarian, Italian, French and Southwestern fare. Served in a casual setting.
International Delights
1245 El Paseo Rd.
(575) 647-5956
www.internationaldelightscafe.com
Specializing in Middle Eastern & Mediterranean food. Huge selection of imported groceries. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Lemongrass
2540 El Paseo Rd.
(575) 523-8778
Authentic Thai cuisine and Mongolian barbecue. Serving lunch and dinner.
Mix-Pacific Rim
1001 University Ave.
(575) 532-2042
Featuring unique entrees from Thailand, Japan and other countries of the Pacific Rim. Serving lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
Risotto's MedRim Bistro
510 S. Telshor Boulevard
(575) 521-4619
Risotto's transports you to exotic locales of the Mediterranean featuring authentic ingredients, world-class wine and a dynamic atmosphere at moderate prices; your ideal "everyday indulgence" www.risottosmedrim.com
St. Clair Winery and Bistro
1800 Avenida de Mesilla
(575) 546-1179
Restaurant and wine tasting room with award winning wines and gourmet menu. Also offering Sunday Brunch menu.
Taste of India
1001 E. University Ave.
(575) 532-1700
Lunch buffet and varied dinner menu of traditional Indian favorites. Several vegetarian items available.
Tiffany's Pizza & Coffee Shop
755 S. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 532-5002
Specializing in Greek cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Banquet facilities available. Closed Sundays.
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ITALIAN
Casa Luna Ristorante Italiano
1340 E. Lohman
(575) 523-0111
Two-for-one pizza and pasta daily specials. Serving lunch and dinner.
Lorenzo's
1-Avanti
3961 E. Lohman Ave.
(575) 522-7755
2-Pan Am Plaza
1753 E. University Ave.
(575) 521-3505
3-Mercado de Mesilla.
1750 Calle de Mercado
(575) 525-3170
4-Downtown Café.
741 N. Alameda Blvd.
505-524-2850
Fine Sicilian-style Italian cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner.
Risotto's MedRim Bistro
510 S. Telshor Boulevard
(575) 521-4619
Risotto's transports you to exotic locales of the Mediterranean featuring authentic ingredients, world-class wine and a dynamic atmosphere at moderate prices; your ideal "everyday indulgence" www.risottosmedrim.com
Savino's Ristorante Italiano
1120 Commerce Drive
(575) 521-7949
Authentic regional Italian dishes served with contemporary flair.
Si Italian Bistro & Bakery
523 E. Idaho
(575) 523-1572
Expanded Italian menu including pizzas from a wood-fired oven. Large selection of homemade desserts. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert.
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MEXICAN
Andele's Restaurant
2184 Avenida de Mesilla
(575) 526-9631
Authentic Mexican food. Serving lunch and dinner.
Beltrans Mexican Grill
1160 El Paseo Rd
(575)523-5124
Open 7 days a week for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Café Don Felix
2290 Calle de Parian
(575) 527-0008
Carrillo's Cafe
330 South Church
(575) 523-9913
Mexican Food - serves lunch and dinner
Chilito's Restaurant
2405 S. Valley Dr.
(575) 526-4184
3850 Foothills
(575) 532-1104
Mexican cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Closed Mondays.
Cha Chi's
2460 Locust
(575) 522-7322
Good Mexican food in a casual setting near New Mexico State University. Dine in or carry out.
Chope's Bar & Café
Hwy 28 in La Mesa
(575) 233-3420
A southern New Mexico tradition. Serving lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Delicias Café
1413 East Amador
(575) 541-0902
Delicious traditional Mexican food.
Dick's Café
2305 S. Valley Dr.
(575) 524-1360
2000 Highway 292
(575) 525-3858
Mexican cuisine and burgers. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
El Comedor Restaurant
2190 Avenida de Mesilla
(575) 524-7002
Authentic Mexican cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
El Farolito
300 N. Downtown Mall
(575) 522-0045
Authentic homestyle Mexican cuisine in welcoming atmosphere.
El Sombrero Patio Cafe
363 S. Espina St.
(575) 524-9911
Famous for green chile enchiladas, full Mexican menu. Serving lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
La Fuente
1710 S. Espina St.
(575) 526-2783
3530 Foothills Rd.
(575) 522-0045
Mexican cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
La Posta de Mesilla
2410 Calle de San Albino
Mesilla Plaza.
(575) 524-3524
Traditional Mexican cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner. Adjacent to the historic Old Mesilla Plaza. www.laposta-de-mesilla.com
Lohman DeliMex
605 E. Lohman Ave.
(575) 526-1045
Tamales, brisket, carne, abodaba and other regional specialties.
Mesilla Valley Kitchen
2001 E. Lohman Ave.
(575) 523-9311
Breakfast and lunch served all day. Meeting facilities and catering available.
My Brother's Place
336 S. Main St.
(575) 523-7681
Mexican cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
Nellie's Café
1226 W. Hadley Ave.
(575) 524-9982
Homemade Mexican food. Serving breakfast and lunch. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Nopalito's Restaurant
310 S. Mesquite St.
(575) 524-0003
2605 Missouri Ave.
(575) 522-0440
Mexican food. Serving lunch and dinner. Closed Wednesdays.
Sabor
201 E. University Ave.
(575) 526-4411
American and Mexican cuisine for breakfast and dinner. Located in the Ramada Palms Resort and Conference Center.
Roberto's Mexican Food
908 E. Amador Ave.
(575) 523-1851
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
Si Señor Restaurant
1551 E. Amador Ave.
(575) 527-0817
Mexican cuisine. Serving Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Spanish Kitchen
2960 N. Main St.
(575) 526-4275
Homemade Mexican food. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
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NEW MEXICAN
Café Espana
705 S. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-4300
Located inside the Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces. Casual and fine dining. American and New Mexican cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner. Banquet facilities and catering available.
Double Eagle Restaurant
308 Calle de Guadalupe
(575) 523-6700
American and New Mexican cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. A historic dining establishment located on the Mesilla Plaza. www.double-eagle-mesilla.com
Peppers on the Plaza
2355 Calle de Guadalupe
(575) 523-4999
Adjoining the Double Eagle Restaurant. Creative New Mexican cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
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ORIENTAL
Aqua Reef Euro Asian Cuisine
900-B S. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-REEF (7333)
Euro Asian cuisine from sushi and salads to noodles and dessert
Chinese Kitchen
1720 S. Telshor
(575) 521-3802
Cantonese style with daily lunch specials. Serving lunch and dinner.
Five Brothers Chinese
1001 E. University
(575) 532-6208
Located across from the NMSU campus. Dine in, carry out or free delivery. Serving lunch and dinner.
Mix
1001 E. University
(575) 532-2042
www.mixpacificrim.com
Quinine for the Pacific Rim. Quickly prepared food right in front of your eyes. Serving lunch and dinner
Mix Express
1001 E. University
(575) 532-5553
Located next to Mix-Pacific Rim and inside of Zen Oriental Market. Serving lunch and dinner
New China Super Buffet
850 N. Telshor
(575) 522-8989
Large variety buffet style. Serving lunch and dinner.
Oriental King
2404 S. Locust St. #1 University Plaza.
(575) 521-4613
Specializing in Chinese cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner.
Oriental Palace
225 E. Idaho
(575) 526-4864
Specializing in Chinese cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner specials.
The Dynasty
1210 El Paseo Rd. Suite 31
(575) 525-8116
Hunan & Szechwan cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner. Banquet facilities and catering available.
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SEAFOOD
Delicias del Mar
1401 El Paseo
(575) 524-2396
Seafood with a Mexican twist.
Mariscos Cancun Mexican Seafood
504 E. Amador
(575) 525-2163
Everything from shrimp cocktail to lobster tails to enchilada plates and fish Tacos.
Mix-Pacific Rim
1001 University Ave.
(575) 532-2042
Featuring unique entrees from Thailand, Japan and other countries of the Pacific Rim. Serving lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
Red Lobster
575 S. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-4067
A variety of seafood. Serving lunch and dinner.
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SOUP & SALAD
Cattle Baron
790 S. Telshor Blvd.
(575)522-7533
Soup & salad bar. Open for lunch & dinner.
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STEAKHOUSES
Cattle Baron Steak & Seafood
790 Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-7533
Steaks, seafood and salad bar. Serving lunch and dinner.
Cattleman's Steakhouse
4401 N. Main St. (Highway 70 East.)
(575) 382-9051
Omaha Angus beef, prime rib, ribs and seafood. Serving lunch and dinner. Banquet facilities available.
Flying P Cattle Company
12440 Baylor Peak Rd.
(575) 382-9802
Outdoor steakhouse serving on Friday and Saturday evenings only with reservations. Wagon rides and music.
Outback Steakhouse
940 N. Telshor Blvd.
(575) 522-1370
Steaks, steaks and more steaks. Open for dinner only.
Texas Roadhouse
2200 E. Lohman
(575) 524-7427
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NIGHTLIFE
Azul
705 S. Telshor (inside Hotel Encanto)
(575) 522-4300
A refined lounge with creative cocktails and appetizers. Dress code enforced.
The Bar
201 E. University, inside the Ramada Palms Resort and Conference Center. (575) 526-4411.
El Patio
Features live music from rock to jazz located on the Mesilla Plaza. (575) 526-9943.
Farley's Food & Fun Pub
Bar and restaurant with pool tables. Foothills & Nacho. (575) 522-0466.
Gadsden Purchase Grill and Saloon
Bar and pool
hall. 300 Avenida de Mesilla. (575) 525-3000.
Graham Central Station
Four nightclubs in one. 505 S. Main St. (575) 524-9131.
Hoot N' Annies
Bar and pool hall. 150 E. Madrid. (575) 525-8303.
Hurricane Alley
"College" bar featuring live music and "DJ." 1490 Missouri Ave. (575) 532-9358.
Q-Time Premium Billiards
1201 E. Amador. Inside Sun Lanes Bowling Alley. (575) 541-4064.
Sun Lanes Bowling Alley
Featuring 32 lanes, restaurant, lounge, arcade and billiards. Daily and weekly specials.
1201 E. Amador. (575) 526-8855.
Victoria's
Featuring live Spanish music. 2395 N. Solano Dr. (575) 523-0440.
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