We came on a Friday night early and glad we did, the place filled up quickly. The food is amazing -…read moreauthentic New Mexican! Chile rellenos and enchiladas, both Christmas style, calabacitas, and then sopapillas (with honey) to end the meal - all were to die for. It's not a fancy place but if you want good food with super friendly service, definitely try it out - you won't be disappointed!

I came for the tacos, but I got the fajitas. I have to tell you--it was some of the best cooking I…read morehave had since my Auntie's in the early 2000s. Being from here, it's always good to come back to my favorite spots in LC. Don't skip the green salsa ya'll. Also it's a good place to sit and hang out. It is charming and looks quite New Mexican.

Small Fonda. Owner served us, took our order and went to the kitchen to cook order. Friendly,…read more happy and caring. Food we ordered was huevos rancheros and two eggs with green sauce.

El Jacalito is a real gem! I had the breakfast burrito, and it tasted just like something you'd…read moremake at home--fresh, hearty, flavorful, and made with that special homemade touch. You can really taste the care that goes into the food. The prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality and portion, and the staff is genuinely friendly and welcoming. It's the kind of place that makes you feel comfortable and appreciated from the moment you walk in. If you're looking for delicious, homemade-style food at a great price, I definitely recommend El Jacalito. I'll absolutely be back!

Delicious food, a very enjoyable salsa bar, very authentic vibes and excellent service. Fast…read more Absolute win. Parking is very spacious and entrance is easy to see.

Holy smokes!!! I'm so glad we stopped here! I'd seen the…read morefamous Christmas enchiladas featured on TV, and while we were on our road trip, my husband searched for a great place to eat. We are so happy he found this gem! I ordered the cheese Christmas enchiladas plate, my husband ordered the build-your-own taco plate, and the kids ordered burritos. Everything was absolutely delicious! The green enchiladas were my favorite--the sauce was creamy, rich, and incredibly flavorful. I can definitely see why these enchiladas have earned such a great reputation. The tacos were completely decimated in our family...not a single bite was left! From the delicious food to the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere, this was one of our favorite meals of the trip. We'll absolutely be back the next time our road trips bring us to Texas. HIGHLY recommend!

Such a wonderful experience at this restaurant! The atmosphere, food, and overall historic charm…read moremade for a memorable visit. The bartenders Breezy and Alejandro were absolutely fantastic-so friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our entire meal. They really made me feel taken care of and added to the experience. I'll definitely be back!

Party of 4--we stopped in for drinks and dessert and ended up really enjoying it…read more Everyone ordered something different--margarita, wine, beer, and an old fashioned with a smoked twist--and all of them were really good. Prices were about what you'd expect, nothing crazy. The desserts were just as solid--very tasty and a great way to wrap things up. Our waitress was super nice and always nearby if we needed anything, without hovering. Overall, a great spot to swing by even if you're just going for drinks and dessert. Definitely worth it.

We had a wonderful lunch at Hacienda de Mesilla. Our server Melissa was an absolute doll, so…read morefriendly and attentive. The woman who greeted and seated us beforehand was equally engaging. She gave us choices to be seated in either the dining room, cantina or the patio to view the Organ Mts. It was beautiful outside so patio it is! I ordered the sliders which were delish, similar to a cheesesteak rather than a burger. Hubby had the hot chicken sandwich which he enjoyed too. He was curious about the red and green chiles native to NM, so Melissa brought him some to sample. Thank you for a great experience.

This restaurant is located in an inn and the decor inside and out is beautiful You arrive to…read morelighted trees and lovely statues Inside is regal with peacocks and bold decorations Service was fabulous My friends steak wasn't to her liking and the waiter and manager made sure she was satisfied and gave her a free dessert I ordered the pecan crusted salmon that melted in your mouth It was cooked perfectly on a bed of shaved brussel sprouts Excellent dining experience

I have placed multiple orders. Everything has been freshly prepared and absolutely delicious. Truly…read morea delight to receive an order from them. The side of beans and refried beans is absolutely delicious, it's amazing to see a restaurant put so much effort into something minor like a side. Barbacoa Tacos, Chicken Enchiladas, and Al Pastor Tacos were absolutely on point. Highly recommend A plus! I tried both the red and green chicken enchiladas and it's a tough choice, because it's like choosing between a million dollars in $100 bills or choosing a million dollars in $50 bills. Both are equally solid! My most recent absolutely fire food order was gone in less than 5 minutes, I devoured the pastor tacos and red Chile chicken enchiladas in less than 10 minutes . Gotta feed the beast with the most delicious food here in Cruces. Thank you to Pajar for fueling my health and nourishing my soul. Your food is divine Bonus: walk from T or C Brewing Company or maybe have delivery!

I wanted some tripita tacos to nurse a little bit of hungover this morning. Pajar delivered with…read moreflavor but I have drop a couple stars this time. The tripitas needed a little crispiness, the side of beans needed about another 30 minutes of cooking time and hash browns were also undercooked. The flavor of everything was great but all them were undercooked. It's not enough to make me quit going, but please pay attention. I really like the food here and want them to stay open so please pay attention. Taste your food while you're cooking and all will be well. Especially the tripitas. They are really chewy when you don't cook them long enough. Like said though, the FLAVOR is on point and delicious.

My first time at Chachi's. I ordered combination plate red. The chili relleno was good, so were the…read morerefried beans. The enchilada sauce (red) was not very tasty and had no chili heat. The ground beef in the taco was so salty I couldn't finish the rest of it. Service was great however! It's a little loud for me, but I'm hypersensitive to loud sounds. Everyone seemed to be having a good time.

Oh my gosh! So glad that Yelp reminds you of great places that you forgot to review…read more Chachi's is an absolute food gem ‍ of Las Cruces! We were trying to find the dinosaur tracks a couple miles west and instead found this amazing Mexican restaurant. Not a big restaurant, probably about 10 tables total, great service, and extraordinary food!! They also have a variety of nonalcoholic, Mexican juices, and beverages. I did the cucumber, and we tried the Horchata. And they were awesome! One dish and my wife and I no problem. We also did not want to eat until we went into a food coma ‍, which is what would've happened if we both had a dish. Absolutely recommend getting off the main highway and traveling the five minutes north to this amazing Mexican food Mecca.

Great New Mexico food. That red chili sauce was tasty…read moreYou can get breakfast or lunch with Green or red chili. Love it.

Do not let the outside fool you, this place is a gem. It has the best rice I have had since moving…read morehere last September. The supreme burrito, Christmas'd, was absolutely delicious . We had a get together of 14 people there last night and none of us were disappointed . The bacon on the burgers is thick, the burger itself was thick and juicy. Proper meat portion for the bun, which isn't always the case, at some establishments. The salsa is also top shelf, as with the thick and crispy chips. Currently not serving alcohol, which was a bummer but not a deal breaker. We will be back for sure.

Oh my gosh this place is great!! Found it on Yelp while traveling for work. Figured since I was in…read moreNew Mexico I'd have some authentic Mexican/New Mexican cuisine. This did not disappoint! Got the two enchilada combo with chicken and green sauce and added a chili relleno. It was all outstanding. Maybe one of the best chili rellenos I've ever had. The green sauce was killer! Nice mild heat. And they offer a free bowl of soup to start which just added to the experience. With tip it was $30, pretty reasonable given the amount of food. The inside is casual - you order at the window and then they bring it out to you (came out fast). Quite a few tables and they do have a small patio as well. This is now in my favorites folder and will be a regular stop when I'm in Las Cruces.

My friend ate here the other day and said it was super good. So we decided to go here on our lunch…read morebreak today. I was looking for street tacos, but they did not have any so I got a steak quesadilla instead. It was ok. I wish they seasoned it a little bit more.

Crispy tacos and great salsa. It doesn't get much better than that. The only other place with…read morebetter crispy tacos and salsa is Nopalito but Chilitos is a real close second. Dang, now I need to go get salsa.

Our server and the service were very good--friendly, helpful, and attentive. The atmosphere was…read morenice, although there is quite a bit of street traffic if you choose to eat on the patio. Unfortunately, the food was not up to par. I ordered the combination plate. The taco was good, and both the red and green sauces were flavorful. However, the enchilada was not cooked through, and the chile relleno was only partially cooked and quite soggy. Overall, the service was excellent, but the food was disappointing. Hopefully, the kitchen experience was just an off night.