Dining here was Recommended by the hotel staff. We were Seated quickly, and staff were attentive…read moreand friendly, Decor gives a very vintage, hometown feel, just like one would have expected traveling Rt 66 "back in the day". Pretty extensive menu, focus on simple, filling and delicious. The chicken fried steak is a huge portion, well seasoned and fried without overcooking, The chopped sirloin was equally delicious. Would highly recommend!

Greeted almost immediately. Seated and received drinks really quickly. Waitress was helpful and…read morefriendly. (LA H sorry she mentioned her name, I don't remember it.) Dan wanted Chicken Fried Chicken Steak with Baked Potato and Onion Rings. A reasonable/ Good amount were served. Waitress verified he wanted White Gravy on the steak. It was really good. I asked about the Shrimp & Fish Tacos and Waitress said, many customers rave about them. I chose the Hatch Green Chile Relleno. This was delicious. Since I eat so small meals, half was left, but with 2.5-3 hr drive home, I chose to say "it was great but time in the car unrefrigerated probably not a good idea." Cute Gift shop and diner. Food was reasonably priced. Nice to be out of the car for a duration on the way back home.

The owner's husband didn't know that the dish he made (the Heart Attack) was actually a dish made…read morefamous in Springfield, IL. Texas Toast with a burger patty, grilled onions, fries, cheese and (here is where it changes) a choice of white gravy, brown gravy, Red Sauce or Green Sauce. Also known as Horseshoes! I chose the red sauce and it was delicious. Perfectly medium Rare. My only complaint was the onions. When I hear "grilled onions" I think soft and caramelized. The onions I recieved didn't even seem to touch the pan. But it was still a delicious dish. The waitress was great! Wonderful sense of humor. Did everything she could to make us feel comfortable and happy. Well done! The diner was just that...a typical Route 66 Roadside Diner ... but elevated. I would definitely go again to try their breakfast and/or dinner. I would recommend this diner to anyone!

Since my dog was waiting in the air-conditioned Jeep, I decided on SideKix on 66 for a takeout…read moredinner. This little diner in Tucumcari, NM has extensive menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The service was very friendly and hospitable... encouraging me to take a seat while I waited back on August 2, 2026. It was one of the waitress's birthday which made me super happy but simultaneously sad because it was also my youngest daughter's birthday - she was in Cali at the time visiting her dad before school started. I DIGRESS... There was a variety of seating arrangements. The chairs had really cool upholstery beckoning to the 50s era in the area. One dish in particular caught my eyes: Southwest chicken fried steak ($19.49). I had it with green sauce. I almost chose Christmas style - red and green sauce. The green beans and mashed potatoes with cream gravy were just fine. So was the roll. The steak was mostly tender, savory, and hearty. I was able to take the sauce and breading off to share with my canine. They also sold souvenirs. They still seem to be recovering from a fire from the previous year especially with their prices - a bit high in my opinion. I'm a fan nonetheless. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 4 | Service: 5 | Ambiance: 4 | Price: 3

This was a diamond in the rough find. I am talking about the restaurant, Russell's Route 66 Cafe…read more I don't know what some of these reviews are talking about because the food there was fabulous! Looked like new menus with new menu items. I got a very good fish dinner, not at all what I expected from a truck stop restaurant. My only complaint would be the prices. My fish dinner was somewhere in the neighborhood of $18 for the meal, which I thought was a bit high. Annabel was our server and she was excellent at her job, very friendly and attentive. If we were in the area again, I would eat here in a heartbeat!

The atmosphere was tired and bland. This could be a quintessential truckstop along route 66 right…read moreoff of Highway 40 but it's missing all the charm. The food was fine, I wasn't expecting much. The flies were everywhere, they landed on your food, hands, face straws, they were relentless .The dessert options were sad and lonely. It was decorated red and white with Coca-Cola memorabilia but the only served Pepsi. I went to the convenience store to get a fountain drink of Coke and of the 10 options only 2 had actual soda connected to them. We were there on a weekend and the museum was closed which seemed odd. I gave it three stars because the service was good and the shift manager was professional and friendly. The personnel were the highlight of the stop.

This is a small family owned diner in Tucamcari, NM. It was super cute. The owner whose name is…read moreRubee has decorated in mostly bee themed decor. Furniture and table setting all look like yard sale bargains, but combined it is super cute. We had breakfast and devoured it before I got a single picture. Everything was delicious. Rubee who is in her 70's was in the kitchen preparing food while her daughter greeted customers. It was such a joy to see the family working together so beautifully.

We stopped in after an overnight stay in Tucumcari for breakfast before heading to Colorado. The…read moresmall town feel and ambiance were very inviting. Food and service were amazing and just what we needed to get back on the road. We will definitely be back next year when we come through.

We were traveling through and it was the closest place to our hotel so we thought we'd give it a…read moretry. It was very good. If you like green chiles make sure to have them add them to your burger. Staff was nice and helpful.

Worst burger we've ever had. Sad. Was so hopeful because McDonald's Was right across the street but…read morethought we'd try something local. So bad.

Every time I visit Tucumcari, I eat at Dells, which is very good. But this time I'm trying…read moresomething different. I decided to try La Cita. I'm glad I did! I visited on a Monday evening, around 5pm. That's usually the time us old folks eat. I had no issue getting a table. Promptly seated, I ordered a beer and my dinner. The menu is a good mix, something for everyone. I ordered the Chili Rellenos. Of course I ordered that. Hey, when in Rome..... My meal was served quick and hot. Waiting a minute to cool was definitely in the cards. No problem, I had my beer, salsa and chips to occupy me while the steam settled. After a bit, I dug in. First fork was the rice. Oh, was that rice ever good! The only problem was that there wasn't enough. I suggest that you order a side of that glorious grain. Fantastic! The refried beans, well, were ok, but just ok. The Hatch greenies, as you'd expect, were outstanding and very flavorful. I ordered them Christmas style, with green and red sauce. Both of those condiments were tasty, but of the two, the green sauce stood out. Boy did it ever. I'll be dreaming of that sauce later tonight. Hopefully my girlfriend doesn't pop into the picture.....OR, maybe she should! LoL, now that would be a dream! Don't worry about parking, as there is more than ample. You can park in the front, the back, either side, and if you're driving a big rig, pulling a trailer, or driving a tank, they've got you covered. Across the street is special parking for those vehicles. More parking outside than tables inside. Pay La Cita a visit for a romantic dinner, or as I did, by yourself....my dream trend may have helped with that. Hey, I may be old, but certainly not dead! Quick Tip: I parked in the back, and when leaving, I took the dirt alley. It was a fun adventure. I'd suggest that you do it during daylight hours though. You never know who you'll run into, or for that matter, over! Let's hope it isn't Skinny Pete or Badger.

For a small town this place is a vibe! Fresh food and friendly service. Always a treat when in…read moretown.

In a town nearly destroyed by Covid and the interstate, the bar at Tristar is truly a gem. The bar…read moreis located inside the small roadside motel. A throw back to better days, the bar is gorgeous; beautiful wood bar top and solid front with plenty of stools. There's tables and a nice dance floor, but don't think there has been dancing or live music in many years. We sat at the extremely well stocked bars, ordered a couple of beers and were lucky enough to meet and visit with Mike, the owner. A most patient, kind and friendly man, he cheerfully answered my 101 questions. If you find yourself in the area, looking for a clean, vintage motel room or just a quick, refreshing stop from the road, please stop in. Don't wonder about the lack of cars in the lot or absence of traffic on this stretch of Route 66. You'll get stellar service and great drinks regardless.

The owner is super friendly. The room was larger than I expected very clean, comfortable bed,…read more quiet, and a well stocked bar. Huge parking lot with plenty of parking.

absolutely wonderful place! people are so nice. I had the spaghetti dinner. That was excellent…read more Next time I come, I'll be sure to stop again

Esther's was a recommendation by the hotel we were staying at in Sumner. Definitely a diner type…read morerestaurant small and quaint one of few in town open for a decent dinner. Menu was simple for all meal times- breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our waitress was very sweet and we had a great conversation with the "chef" about how they made the Taco Burger that I had. Speaking of that it's a cool concept and very tasty I loved the crunch of the taco shell, burger cooked exactly how I like mine done. I had the green chili on just one of them to try probably definitely going to add this idea to our burgers at home. My husband said his burger was good too. Hand cut french fries I could have kept eating those until I burst. Now we are Texas Southern people and when we had this diners version of sweet tea well the sugar my husband added to his did not help it. But it quince the thirst we had do to the only flaw this little diner had and that was it was super hot in there. I believe they have a AC issue. That's the only flaw this place has. It's a nice place to get a simple meal. Stop in make your own opinion

Even though they were closed when we passed thru, it is still a great place for a photo op…read more They've set up a nice post / stand with a platform to place your mobile phone using a timer. We noticed many people missed the stand behind the sign you can pose on, so be sure to not miss it. I wish they were open, but I feel we still got to experience the midpoint of our Route 66 Chicago to Santa Monica journey.

We weren't looking forward to eating at this place as we thought it probably would be a very…read moretouristy place what often translates into just average eats. But we actually had very delicious 1/3 lb. hamburgers and sweet iced tea here. We arrived about 1 PM on a Wednesday so the lunch rush was starting to taper down. They have your seat yourself and when you're ready to cash out, just head up to the register and they'll take care of you. The burgers were not only delicious, but they were quite large. The pie coming out of the kitchen looked really good. Next visit, we'll split a burger and chips and save room to share a piece of pie. The service was nice and the restrooms were clean. Cute photo ops. This was a nice stop on the way to Santa Fe.

Jim McClusky (bunless burger) and salad was delicious. Small…read moretown dinner off the highway. Great service.

A classic sandwich shop. Although they decor is dated, everywhere you sit or walk is very clean,…read moreand the atmosphere is comfortable. I was particularly impressed with the kitchen cleanliness, as I stared behind the counter it was impressive. The grill, the fryer, the cook, stove, and the floor again, all very clean. Our food was delicious. It arrived quickly and exceeded our expectation. Chelsea did an exceptional job of taking care of us, she was attentive and friendly, which made our time there even more enjoyable. I personally enjoyed hearing laughter coming from the kitchen area, the staff seemed to genuinely enjoy being together and at work.... it was odd to see a child brought in through the drive of window, he spent a few minutes saying hi to everyone and then back through the drive up window to be driven away. It was just weird not wrong or unsanitary ..I guess it kind of added to the casual Family atmosphere.