A Guide to Ruidoso, NM Area Restaurants

The Ruidoso area is home to over 60 great restaurants. There is a wide variety of cuisine to be found. Here is a guide to my favorite places to dine.

Cattle Baron Steak and Seafood

Located at 657 Sudderth Dr. in Ruidoso, NM.
This establishment is a great place to get a steak, seafood, or a burger. It is a casual dining experience, with very reasonable prices. This place has the best salad bar in town! Beer and wine is available. Prices range from $8.00-$30.00 for a great meal. Hours: 11am-10pm daily. For more information, please call 575-257-9355.

Circle J Bar-B-Que

Located at 1825 Sudderth Dr. in Ruidoso, NM.
If your in the mood for some great BBQ, you will find it here. They serve plates, or BBQ and the fixings by the pound. It resembles the great Texas style BBQ. Prices range from $9.00-$15.00 a plate. Hours: 11am-8pm daily. For additional information, call 575-257-4105.

Cafe Rio

Located at 2547 Sudderth Dr. in downtown Ruidoso, NM.
The best Pizza in town. This small, yet quaint place offers friendly service and great prices. If you're looking for Italian, this is the place to be. Sandwiches, pizza, and the works. Beer and wine available. Prices range from $7.00-$20.00. Hours: 11:20am-7:50pm daily. More information, call 575-257-7746.

Lucy and Ethel's Coffee and Gifts

Located at 1009 Mechem Dr. Suite#8 in Ruidoso, NM.
This is a great place for coffee and a sandwich. It is dedicated to the great I Love Lucy Show, with memorialbilia everywhere. Owners, Steve and Dave, will welcome you with open arms and make your experience unforgettable. Prices range from $7.00-$10.00. Just look for the green awning at Mountain Top Plaza. Hours are 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri. Call 575-630-1221 for additional information.

Disco Taco

Located at 141 Hwy 70 E in Ruidoso Downs, NM.
This is one of the best authentic Mexican Restaurants around. My mouth waters just writing about the place. They have every plate you can imagine, with the best straight from Mexico Tacos. The place does not look like much appearance wise, but do not worry, it is a great place. Prices are reasonable, with a big taco plate costing $7.00. They also have the best breakfast burritos in the area. Hours: 7:30am-8pm, 7 days a week. Call 575-378-4224 for more information.

Hall of Flame Burgers

Located at 2500 Sudderth Dr. Suite #2 in downtown Ruidoso, NM.
The best, biggest burgers in the area. Charbroiled to perfection! They also serve great tacos, and salad. Very good prices. Hours: 11am-5pm Mon-Thurs, 11am-8pm, Fri and Sat. Just look for Four Season's Mall (upstairs). More information, call 575-257-9987.

Old Road Restaurant

Located at 692 Old Road in Mescalero, NM.
The best kept secret in the Ruidoso area. The finest authentic Mexican restaurant around. It is a little hard to find, but well worth the 30 minute drive from Ruidoso. Just call for directions. The best prices in town for the quality of food. Bring your own wine and beer. Beautiful view while you dine. Hours: just call 575-464-4674 for information.

Great Wall of China

Located at 2913 Sudderth Dr. in Ruidoso, NM.
The finest Chinese cuisine in the area. Fast, friendly service. Specializing in Szechwan and Hunan cuisine. New Sushi Bar!!! It is a little pricey, but well worth it all. Beer and wine available. Hours: 11:30am-9:30pm Tues-Sun. Call 575-257-2522 for more information.

Texas Club Bar and Grill

Located at 212 Metz Dr. at Innsbruck Village in Ruidoso, NM.
A fine dining restaurant featuring top quality steaks and seafood. Relax with a coctail and dance to the live music in the great bar. A must experience! A little pricey and fancy. Call for hours:575-258-3325.

Tinnie Silver Dollar Restaurant and Saloon

Located just out of Ruidoso, in the Hondo Valley.
Go back in time and enjoy the fine quality of food served in a historical 1800 building and enjoy a drink from a 100 year old bar. Steaks, pasta, seafood, prime rib and chicken dishes are available. Pricey place, but a must visit. Hours: call 575-653-4425 for information.