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Black Mesa Travel Center

3.5 (19 reviews)
Open • 4:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Donn D.

Ga was inexpensive here, relatively speaking, but the pumps were crazy busy. Don't pull off here if you are just waning to make a phone call or send a text though as there is no cell reception in this valley. I mentioned this to the guy behind the counter who jokingly said "That's the white man or you, still gaping us natives down." I was amused as he was white as could be. The bathrooms were cleanish I suppose. Plenty of drinks and snacks are available.

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Anna D.

This is a nice travel center which includes a gas station and a small dinner and an adjunct to a small casino area that has a security posted at the door at all times. The station looks clean and customer service is great. The staff is really nice and helpful overall. The sopapillas are delicious and cooked when you order. Prices are reasonable and affordable. They also sell lottery tickets at Thai location.

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Eric B.

Not a bad mid sized truck stop, service was a bit cold in the store. Restaurant was nothing special. Food was good but nothing to brag about. Ordered chili cheese fries and assumed I was getting normal chili on it but it came out with a chili red sauce ( wasn't very good! Don't recommend). Country fried steak was good ( had better had worse) but nothing tasted like it was made in house! Potatoes tasted like Bob Evans from the store. In all take it or leave it.

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Tasha R.

Decent food decent prices better than I expected at a travel center. For me it was nothing amazing but it's a great place to stop for a quick bite that isn't expensive and better than fast food. Service was also good the staff was friendly and you can seat yourself. The green chile was hotter than the red but I did enjoy both. Until I try more on the menu and test consistency I will update my review.

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The food is bland, but great if you're on a no salt diet. Good luck if your waitress actually gives a hoot.

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“I wasn't looking forward to battling for a parking space at the decidedly sketchy truck stops in Albuquerque so I decided to stop here instead.”

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Frontier - Mexican Combo ($11) w/ Christmas enchiladas, rice, beans and a crunchy taco

Frontier

4.2(2.7k reviews)
26.2 mi•Midtown/University
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We stopped at Frontier Restaurant in Albuquerque during our cross-country road trip, and it was…read moresuch a fun local experience! The restaurant has a unique Southwestern atmosphere and a lot of character. We enjoyed trying the New Mexican flavors, and the portions were generous and satisfying. Everything felt casual, affordable, and very local. I can see why Frontier has been an Albuquerque favorite for so many years. If you're visiting Albuquerque and looking for a classic local food stop with a laid-back atmosphere, and friendly services, this is definitely worth checking out! Albuquerque, New Mexico Great stop for travelers exploring the city! https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8T9jtLH/

We stopped by Frontier Restaurant in Nob Hill for breakfast and had a great experience! I ordered…read moretwo eggs with hash browns and toast, along with an iced coffee. My husband had eggs, sausage, hash browns, and toast with an orange juice. Everything came out hot, fresh, and cooked perfectly. The eggs were just right, the hash browns had a nice crisp to them, and the portions were filling without being over the top. My iced coffee was also a great addition to breakfast. Frontier is such a classic Albuquerque spot with a casual, no-frills atmosphere and really good comfort food. We both really enjoyed our breakfast and would definitely come back!

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66 Diner

66 Diner

3.9(469 reviews)
26.4 mi•Midtown/University
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Took my son and his friends here. We were seated quickly. The food tasted great there was a lot of…read moreoptions to pick from. Some of the boys got breakfast item some of them got burgers. My son said that his milkshake was the best he's ever had. I really enjoyed walking around and looking at the decor. There's plenty of seating and a room in the back that can hold probably 30+ people. The women's restroom smelled really bad and was stuffy and humid. I hope that was just a one off and there was a maintenance issue.

Here's a cleaned-up version that keeps your energy and voice:…read more Okay, so for the 66 Diner: we stopped here during our Route 66 road trip, which most of you know I've been taking very seriously. I've been hitting all the spots I can and being very strategic about the food stops. This place is nostalgic, historic, and right along the way in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It gives you all the old-school diner vibes immediately. I will say, all the young ladies working there were extremely nice, and the service was great. It definitely passes the vibes test. The burger tasted like that classic all-American diner burger. Not too greasy, but not trying to be some "beyond meat" situation either. Just good stuff. The fries were great, and very, very, very importantly: it passes the ranch test. We had a side salad with ranch, and the ranch tasted good on the salad and even better with the fries dipped in it. We also had the 66 Burger, which comes with green chiles. I had never had that on a burger before, but it was a really good twist and a nice local touch. Green chiles seem to be a big thing in Albuquerque, New Mexico, so it was cool to try that there. The onion rings were great too. If I hadn't been so full, and if it wasn't noon with eight more hours of driving ahead of us, I definitely would've gotten a shake too. All in all, absolutely great classic Route 66 vibes. It has all the nostalgia, great service, and great food. 10/10 recommend. Everyone should go.

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Penny's Diner

Penny's Diner

3.7(125 reviews)
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If you're making the drive between Santa Fe and Roswell, this is realistically the only stop--and…read morehonestly, it's a pretty solid one. Penny's has that classic roadside diner charm, complete with the shiny silver exterior and that satisfying old-school diner door. It leans into nostalgia in the best way, like you accidentally pulled into a time capsule somewhere along a desert highway. Inside was clean and well-kept, and the staff were attentive and friendly without being over the top--exactly what you want when you're road-weary and hungry. Food-wise, the burger hit the spot and the tots were crispy (always a win). Simple, classic diner food done right. A couple of knocks: the bathroom was just okay, nothing terrible but not great either. And the soda... not good. It had a strange flavor, almost like the lines hadn't been changed in a while--definitely stick with water or something bottled. Overall, it's not a destination restaurant, but for where it's at, it absolutely delivers. A reliable, nostalgic pit stop that does the job well. Worth the stop? Yes. Just skip the soda.

OK, let's face it, you did not drive to Vaughn just to eat. But, if you are traveling between…read moreRoswell and Clines Corners (yes, it is plural twice), this is THE place to stop and refuel. You can't miss Penny's Diner - bright and shiny on the outside and full of interesting tchotchkes appropriate ambiance for an old-fashioned diner. What you really want to do is eat here. The food has always been great and I have been passing through Vaughn for twenty years. Always stop. Today I had the best homemade meatloaf ever. Better than my mother made it. Service? Well, Vaughn is a very small town population 275. They do the best they can. Our very friendly and very nice waitress today muffed the order, apologized profusely, and comped our meals. She really was very nice about it and we were not in a hurry. Try the homemade meatloaf - it is GREAT. Recommended.

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Penny's Diner - Penny's Diner.  Metal signs and photos.

Penny's Diner. Metal signs and photos.

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