Such a great find in Santa Rosa. Mr. Bee's Coffee & Tea is warm, welcoming, and has a fun retro…read moreatmosphere that makes you want to hang out for a while. We ordered the Breakfast Bowl and it was incredible: fresh ingredients, great portion, and packed with New Mexico flavor. The Zia Latte was outstanding too, with cinnamon and anise that made it feel really special compared to a typical latte. You can tell they care about what they serve. Friendly service, great coffee, great food, and a space that feels like a true community spot. Definitely worth a stop. We will absolutely be back next time we pass through.

Stopped for a cup of coffee on the road. Was very surprised with this little Gem. The two ladies…read morebehind the counter greeted us when we walked in and were hustling around. They were having some local get together inside and treated us just like a local. Coffee was strong and hot and the food was good. Had a pistachio cookie(wonder if they ship) that good. They had some locally made stuff for sale. Would have expected a different vibe with the inside attire but there was none of that. Maybe some places in NYC should take some advice from them

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.

Finding Penny's is like striking gold (note: this review applies to their Yampa, Colorado, location…read moretoo). Either stretch of road is remote and food options are few and far between. When you see the lights are on, it's a relief. From what I understand, they're able to stay open 24 hours because of a contract with Big Rail, which keeps train crews fed and honestly, the rest of us travelers benefit too. I love that the choo-choos take care of their people while providing a service to anyone passing through. It's a cozy, welcoming stop when you need it most. The kind of place that makes a long drive feel less lonely. In the instance I'm in those parts of New Mexico or Colorado, Penny's is my go-to. Five stars!

We love The Deli Barn! It's always clean with a nice atmosphere and good vibes all around! The…read moreowner is incredible and the employees are kind. New specials all the time and our favorite is the yummy and fresh soups. Highly recommended you give it a try!

Great new place! Wonderful, generous sandwiches; warming, healthy soups; two friendly, caring women…read morewho are eager to do everything your way. (They do have vegan offerings.) Give them a try!

We were wandering through the area and starting to feel the onset of road trip hanger (for the…read moreuninitiated, "hanger" here is the portmanteau of "hunger anger," not "airplane hangers"). All Roads Cafe popped up on Yelp and we thought, "what the heck?" Turns out, this is a hidden gem! This is a splendid sandwich shop sits at the end of a small plaza, and the ever-changing menu means that you won't get bored ordering the same dried out turkey whatever thingy. I sadly don't remember what sandwiches we ordered (the perils of doing a Yelp review almost a month later), but suffice to say that we didn't leave a single crumb behind. Service was friendly and the atmosphere was a fun locals vibe.

Gracious, good morning on this fine New Mexico Wednesday. We went to the town of Edgewood to see…read morewhat all the fuss was about with a restaurant we had never heard of. The All Roads Cafe is just a few minutes north of I-40 and is worth the drive. Our crew of veterans had just finished a public reading in Tijeras and ventured a few more miles east for a celebratory lunch. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals, the efficient service, and the ambiance of a small business doing their thing well. Just click on the following YouTube link and see why we think you, too, will enjoy getting out of town and eating in someplace you probably would not have known was worth the drive. https://youtu.be/78NS1zHKXQ8?si=tCPZiZP6tGIXEisO

When we first walked in, we were greeted immediately by one of the family members. Cute little gift…read moreshop items adorn the walls and around the cash wrap we were sitting in the corner of the restaurant and had a nice view out of the window. We were immediately asked for our drink order now they do serve beer here and it's my understanding the margaritas are made with wine. We just had water as we had had a long day traveling and just needed to rehydrate. I included some pictures of the food that we ordered, but I wanted to note that the chips and salsa was very good. The chips were made of corn and salted lightly and served warm. The salsa was handmade and on the spicy side I had a bowl of Caldo de Res ( beef soup with vegetables. Definitely comfort food and I highly recommend) and a homemade pork green chili tamale on the side. The tamale was flavored outstanding, but was a little lacking on the meat and slightly on the dry side, but I would definitely order it again because it was authentic and the flavor was great. The other person in my party had a quesadilla stuffed with chicken. I didn't have a photo of that, but it was the fattest quesadilla I've ever seen they raved about it. The restaurant was relatively full. I noticed in the parking lot that most of the license plates were from out of state so since this restaurant is in Santa Rosa, New Mexico located off the interstate of I 40 many of these patrons were traveling we're passing through. A lot of individual people eating alone as well at the bar. The service was fantastic. There was two young ladies working together in tandem definitely family members. Both had great big smiles on their faces. I did comment to both of them not to work too hard and both responded "oh we have been since the day they we were born" as they chuckled, commenting something along that line with warm smiles and a chuckle. This particular restaurant gets high marks for me as I compare it to the one down the end of the street also on this historic route 66 that I reviewed not just four or five weeks ago at three stars. I would highly recommend this place over the competitor. Not only for flavor of food but Service, atmosphere and pricing. I travel through here quite often and I will definitely make a point to come back and try several different menu items. I will be sure to ask the owners what they recommend and report back and review that for all that maybe are following in case you happen to come through here to this family owned an operated gem.

First time and the service was very friendly and on top of things. The atmosphere was pleasant and…read morethe food was very good. The salsa they serve with the cups is really good. They do not have a full bar so the only margarita I could get was a frozen one. It was very good and tasty actually for not usually drinking these. This is a nice place and we would go back. Definitely recommended.

My girlfriends and I loved this place so much that it's the only restaurant we went to twice! The…read morefood is delicious, the ambiance was great, the employees were super friendly, and the prices were very reasonable! I highly suggest Henry and The Fish!

we are staying at the Hilton hotel in Santa Fe found this place after reading reviews. one and half…read moreblock walk . excellent food and service. i had the breakfast sandwich with bacon. my wife had the bowl of yogurt. excellent, the reviews are true. thanks.

A Beast of a Sub - Jersey Mike's Hits the Spot…read more Whenever I'm away from home (Lemoore, CA), I try to eat somewhere I can't find back home--usually a local spot, not a chain. But Jersey Mike's caught my eye, and when I saw it hadn't been reviewed yet, I figured I'd kill two birds with one stone: try something new and get the first review in. We went with the #13 Original Italian--the Giant, and let me tell you, they don't call it "Giant" for nothing. This thing is a legit 15 inches long, and when you see it next to a regular bag of chips, it looks like it could take on a small army. Loaded with provolone, ham, prosciuttini, cappacuolo, salami, and pepperoni, it's everything you want in an Italian sub. The bread was fresh, soft with just the right amount of chew, and the veggies were crisp and vibrant--no sad, wilted lettuce here. The flavors all came together like a well-orchestrated sandwich symphony. Nothing wild or over-the-top, just a good, honest, quality sub that hits the spot. The restaurant itself was clean and busy, always a good sign. The staff were quick and efficient, keeping the line moving while still making sure every sub was built with care. If you're looking for a no-nonsense, solid sub, Jersey Mike's delivers. And if you're hungry? Go Giant--it's a meal and a half.

Had this place once it was good only issue bread was a little hard! Service was great l!! Not sure…read moreif I'll try again maybe in the future !

We're repeat customers at Palacio and have had an outstanding experience every time. Food, service,…read moreambience, never disappoint. Located in a quieter part in the edge of downtown, parking is usually pretty easy to find on-Street, and it's a few steps over to shops. The outdoor patio is secluded and quiet, and the indoors offers plenty of seating in a historic setting that's bright and fresh. On the food side, Palacio cooks their red Chile for over 8 hours, making it in my opinion one of the best and most flavorful in Santa Fe. Most other places I get Christmas style, but here, the red Chile is just perfect. On this trip, we had a smothered breakfast burrito and enchiladas suizas. Both were perfectly cooked, served hot, and resulted in another visit of what we expected from Palacio - great food and friendly service in what had quickly become our favorite Santa Fe restaurant.

Great local spot to grab some local Santa Fe breakfast. I ordered a traditional breakfast with…read moreeggs over medium, bacon and potatoes. However, something must've gotten lost in the translation because I was served an omelette, Christmas style (meaning both red and green chilies, and it was simply delectable service was outstanding other than the confusion on my breakfast order, which the the server apologized multiple times for messing up my breakfast, but at the end of the day, it was actually a blessing because what I received was much better than what I ordered Ambience wise... The Restaurant was not that busy but had a nice quiet vibe to it. Made for a very enjoyable lazy morning. Coffee was standard fare and very enjoyable to go with my breakfast. My dining companion went a more healthy route with granola and yogurt and said everything was very tasty

The service was very friendly, the food was very good, and the ambiance relaxing. Glad we stopped -…read morewe were hungry and this place did not disappoint. When hungry and in the area we recommend stopping. It's a quick bite, not super fancy but nice and good food nonetheless. We would go back and will when in the area again. Cheers

*** really good roadtrip meal stop ***…read more As soon as my daughters and I walked into Esther's Family Diner in Fort Sumner, NM, on 10.11.2025 we were warmly greeted by the lone waitress and told we may sit down even if our order was for takeout. While we waited, we argued about Mountain Dew versus Dr. Pepper and watched the extraordinary tall cook as he dodged the exhaust fan, flipping our burger patties then shifting back over to the fries. The green chile was hot and I loved it so much with my thick patty and melted cheese. All the fresh veggies piled on were delicious and crunchy. The back seat kids were happy while we ate on our way to Clovis. Three burgers with fries and three canned drinks set me back $45.68, but it was worth it. This looks to be the best place in this tiny town. Not sure how big rig friendly the parking could be, but if I would make the effort to go here. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 5 | Service: 5 | Ambiance: 4| Price: 4.5

I love this place. Everything is delicious! This time I tried an almond raspberry tart & a lemon…read morericotta cake. Both absolutely scrumptious! Also I have to say it's some of the friendliest service in town. They're always polite & efficient. A must stop for me, when I'm in Santa Fe.

Great place for breakfast, especially if pastries are your jam. Chai latte was delicious. Super…read morefriendly service and nice patio.