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    Borderland Cafe

    4.8 (25 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    BBQ Bacon burger

    Randomly stumbled upon this place while driving through NM and am I glad we did!! Probably the best burger I've had in a while, everything was extremely fresh and flavorful. The staff was very friendly and always made sure that we were enjoying the food and service. If you are ever around here stop in you won't be dissapointed. I never leave yelp reviews and HAD to for this

    DJ O.

    The device was great as I was quickly greeted with a smile. While inside is quaint and inviting. The food pretty good , although it is a bit expensive considering what they are serving. I had the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and the chicken was nice and tender.

    *There was a lot more meat hidden under that savory enchilada sauce
    Raymond N.

    On a road trip, was about to make a right hand turn and just felt the glowing open sign drawing me in. So glad I stopped! I wasn't too hungry so I went with the enchilada fries. I'm from San Diego so my bar is pretty high for carne asada on fries, and MAN these were amazing. From the texture of the fries, to the flavor of the sauce, meat, and cheese... I'm blown away. Will try and arrange my travel back so I can try one of their Hatch green chile burgers or home made pizzas

    Hamburger

    Delicious hamburger and enchilada fries. The green chili sauce is perfect. So happy they were open!

    Jeff R.

    If you ever find yourself blowing through Columbus, NM like a tumbleweed in the wind, then you best stop in for an unexpected delightful meal. Situated at the junction of highway 11 and 9, this little Cafe has everything from Greek gyros, freshly made personal pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, breakfast items, salads and sandwiches. I have ordered something different each visit and have never been let down. The restaurant is clean with great atmosphere and the staff take care of you with a smile. Life may be good at the borderland, but so is the food and service.

    Great Place for breakfast and lunch!
    Julie R.

    Love this place! Ate here heading to Ft. Worth, hubby got breakfast and I had a sub, both were fantastic! Heading back to Arizona started to take I 10 but decided of Hwy 9 so we could try again. Once again they didn't let us down. We both had breakfast this time, had to send my eggs back due to new waitress not listening to order, no problem I was very happy when I got my eggs over easy within 2 mins!!! I love the whole wheat toast, it was fantastic! The eggs were nice and a rich yellow yolk almost orange! If going thru Columbus, NM, do NOT pass this place without a meal. They have great burritos to go. We got 2 heading east and then 3 heading west heading home, they were great!! Hope they keep it going, Thank You for Great Food and Friendly service!! Only reason for 4 over 5 stars is they are training some new staff, I wish them the Best!!!

    Mas P.

    Great salads and they have wonderful fries and a cucumber limeade that quenches the dry air.

    John M.

    Wonderful food and staff. Very clean facility. The food was great, we had Gyro and I had the Pancho Villa, Green Chili burger. They were properly cooked, tender and juicy. Will return and become a regular.

    Pancho Burger with Beyond Patty (Vegetarian)! So Good!

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    The pizza was awesome. Service was excellent! Ate outside and the staff came to us.Cute place.

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    2 years ago

    This place has some of the best food around. Very underrated with a beautifully surrounding at the border.

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    2 years ago

    Best green chili cheese burger we have had. The fries were fresh, hot, and crispy. Service is great and friendly.

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    I was skeptical of a roadside diner/cafe, but the food was great. Very pleasant and welcoming staff. Would recommend.

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    9 years ago

    Best green chili cheese burger ever! So pleasantly surprised to find this wonderful little cafe in the 'middle of nowhere'

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    The Junction Brunch House - Pipo especial

    The Junction Brunch House

    4.5(194 reviews)
    69.4 mi
    $$

    If you're looking for a brunch spot in El Paso that brings together great food, genuine…read morehospitality, and live music--The Junction Brunch House is a standout. I kept it classic with waffles, bacon, and eggs--and it absolutely hit the mark. The waffles were light, fluffy, and perfectly golden, the bacon was cooked just right, and everything came out fresh and satisfying. Simple comfort food done right. But what really elevated the experience was the atmosphere. They had live musical entertainment by Louie, who was incredible. He played a mix of hits from yesterday and today, moving effortlessly between country & western, contemporary favorites, and traditional Spanish songs. His versatility created a warm, lively environment that both staff and customers clearly enjoyed--it added something special you don't find everywhere. Service was just as impressive. Our server, XAY, had a bright, welcoming smile and provided outstanding service from start to finish. They offered great suggestions on local favorites and specials, which made the experience feel personal rather than routine. The vibe overall is relaxed, inviting, and very "El Paso"--a place where you can sit, enjoy your meal, and stay a while. Overall: Delicious, well-executed brunch classics Live music that enhances the experience (not overwhelms it) Exceptional, friendly service Comfortable, welcoming atmosphere Would I go back? Without a doubt. This is more than just brunch--it's an experience.

    We've always wanted to try this place, and after I dropped Noah off at practice, I took the plunge…read more We always look to arrive at after 10pm, there's no way you're not waiting in line at that time. I arrived just after 8:30 am, but there was plenty of room. I got seated at the bar, and got to see everything. I asked for coffee, and it came quick and hot. Then i took a look at the menu, but the nice thing about the bar is that you can see everything that was ordered get prepped. I ordered a pozole rojo. It was a good choice, according to me... it was a lot of food. It came with a slice of toasted and buttered bolillo bread. It was loaded with more pork, than hominy - a lot. The server came by to ask if I needed a box. The Junction is a diner, with a railroad ambiance. Plenty of train station themes, I think there were a lot of clocks on the wall - but I don't think that they were working... or that they were on time. I noticed a couple of plates that I would want to try... the chicken fried steak, the biscuits and gravy with fried eggs on top, peach cobber side, the fresh biscuit with chipotle butter. It all looked good. The breakfast tacos seemed basic, but a lot of folks ordered them - they must know. There is seating inside, table and bar, and outside under the shade. I saw enough that I would return with Liz (...and the kids). I recommend, but I do recommend getting there early. It's a popular locale.

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    OMPC The Shed - The Shed. It's not just for breakfast. Red enchiladas with shrimp.

    OMPC The Shed

    4.3(398 reviews)
    59.4 mi
    $$

    Ok, but this place is absolutely amazing. Run, don't walk to The Shed for breakfast, brunch, or…read morelunch. You can also order loaves of bread to go, and I absolutely recommend getting the Green Chile Cheddar loaf - amazing! Based on reviews, I ordered the breakfast enchiladas with brisket. That brisket was tender and flavored perfectly. I also stole a bite off my bestie's plate of steak fingers - mind blowingly delicious. In fact The Shed was so good, we went back for a repeat meal the next day. I ordered a slice of quiche and could barely make a dent in the quiche - look at the size of that! The quiche was also pure perfection. The Shed does excellent food, and so they are usually very busy. Despite the amount of patrons, the servers are excellent and quick to get you in and out, while having an incredible food experience. So good, I wonder if they would do delivery to Denver...

    The Shed was so good we went back the next day on our trip! There is usually a wait, but it is…read moreworth it. I ordered the Steak Fingers because I wanted to try the queso. I got the option of getting half breakfast potatoes and half beans. I used some of the red chile over the beans and potatoes, and oh my! It was the best red chile I had the whole trip. The queso was a true queso with real cheese and green chile, not the stuff that comes out of a can with canned jalapeños. To top it all off, you get a choice of their home-baked bread. Green Chile Cheddar, please. We each took a loaf home with us and put it in the freezer to travel back with us on the road. My repeat visit was the same meal because it was that good. We sat outside on the patio the second time, and despite the heat, the fans and the covered patio made it very pleasant.

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    Borderland Cafe - pizza - Updated September 2026

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