El Palomar has decent Mexican food…read more On 4.14.2025, my co-workers and I had breakfast here. I opted for Huevos Rancheros with Corn tortillas ($8.99). Coffee ($2.49) was fine. Not that strong. There was also complimentary chips and salsa served - at breakfast! I've never seen that before. The salsa was not spicy AT ALL. The green sauce on my plate had a mild kick. Our waitress was nice, but she didn't understand my boss wanted cold chocolate milk when he said "chocolate milk." She came back with hot cocoa and we all busted up laughing when she walked off. He has never liked hot drinks. Did I mention he's my brother too? It's a decent sized place inside. No frills. Kind of dirty. Small parking lot. Busy street nearby. I'm glad I got to go here finally, but it's no where near my favorite in Hobbs, NM. RATING BREAKDOWN Food/Drinks: 3 | Service: 4 | Ambiance: 3 | Price: 4

Every time I'm in Hobbs, I always try to get a burrito from here. They are just that great!! They…read morenever disappoint and the service is always good!

Service was good but the food was disappointing…read more There wasn't much flavor to the barbacoa in the burrito or the chicken flautas. The sauce on the enchiladas and the guisada was smoky but not flavorful. Not what we were hoping for.

OVERALL If you're looking for affordable Mexican cuisine…read morewith really good flavor where adult beverages are served, El Jimador is a safe bet. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 4 | Service: 4 | Ambiance: 4 | Price: 4.5 PARKING Ample. LOCATION/AMBIANCE It's on the south side of town near the high school. This place looked nice on the outside and in. There was a variety of tables for different-sized groups. They had a few flatscreens and pleasant music playing. The alarm system was annoying alerting them every time someone came through the door, but I guess that's what helps them know when they have customers. THE GRUB It must've been the ground-to-sky flag flapping in the breeze outside with "tortas" on it that made me gravitate toward the Mexican sandwich ($7.99). Mine came with two small sides of salsa, a red and a green - neither of which I truly cared for because they were overly acidic and not spicy whatsoever. The guisada that I chose was delicious, however, the portion seemed small. The horchata was served in a huge cup & didn't disappoint at all. LITTLE YELPER'S CLUB There is a kid's menu with limited options. I posted a photo of it. SERVICE Kind of slow getting up to the front on 1/3/2024. Then I realized they thought I had a takeout order and they were rushing to bring out two large bags of food to me. Lol. The lady who took my order was friendly and efficient. MY FAVORITE PART... There are a few options for meat on the torta. I went with carne guisada which I couldn't recommend more. NOT SO FAVORITE PART... The salsas. TIP Alcohol is served here. Please have a designated driver.

I was on the verge of getting sicker and sicker by the minute on 11/16/2023…read more My heart was set on birria. The trusty Yelp app lead me to Vaquero Taquero Mucho which I had recently bookmarked. They offered $7.99 delivery through delivery.com which was available via Yelp. That delivery price next to a $2.95 service charge was steep, but I was desperate because I felt like absolute garbage and I rarely take medicine when I'm down. I like to sweat it out with spicy food, cold wet rags, Vicks VapoRub - & now that I'm older - a strong, delicous homemade hot toddy! When I pushed the order through I got a text message at 1:07 saying they were swamped and would be late. The app even said it would be delivered between 1:44-2:14PM. I'm a numbers gal so bear with me... I thought I had time for a nice long needed nap. Nope. I submitted the order at 12:44PM. A nice lady with a smile on her face rang my doorbell at 1:25PM. My order arrived perfect and packed neatly with no messes that I've experienced from other birria places (not in Hobbs because I know of only two others). The broth, also known as consomme broth de birria, was not quite as flavorful as I have had, yet, it was good. I ordered an extra cup ($2.69) because I love to drink that stuff when I've got sinus congestion. The shining star was the Mulitas de Birria ($14.19) with sliced limes and extra onions and cilantro on the side. All four mulitas were still amazingly piping hot - and their brick and mortar is clear on the other side of town! The tortillas still had a slight crispiness to them. They did not skimp on the meat. It was moutwatering good with the green salsa, but that red spicy salsa - that's where it's at. They threw in a few of the cutest, smallest tortilla chips I've every had. They were well-salted. I knew I wouldn't get enough salsa because I never do, so I ordered an extra cup of that red spicy salsa ($4.19). Also, I ordered two jalapeños toreados ($1.58) on the side. Can't wait to be 100% again so I can check out this place in the flesh. Of course I've driven by. It's small and looks kind of dive-ish with bright colors on the outside. My kind of Mexican restaurant.

I had a really frustrating experience at Vaquero Taquero. I called ahead, was put on hold, and no…read moreone ever came back to help me. When I arrived, I rang the doorbell and could see staff inside. I waited about 10 minutes, rang again, and waited another five minutes, but nobody opened the window or helped me. I eventually left and got food elsewhere. I understand that restaurants get busy, but a quick acknowledgment or update would have made a big difference. This was especially disappointing because I'd had a better experience there before. The service during this visit was unacceptable, and I left feeling ignored.

Very good food love the atmosphere, it is welcoming, and good service. Plus the food taste just…read morelike how my grandmother used to make it when I was a little kid.

This review is for El Mirador's lunch buffet from my 12/2/2022 visit…read more It's not my favorite Mexican restaurant in town, but it certainly has it's pluses... For starters, their buffet is replenished often during peak hours. Not sure what Michael M. was referring to back on 9/17/2022 because I saw trays being replaced, checked on, and occassionally stirred by staff members. Everything was hot... no flies feasting on the area like at other buffets. Service is a bit of a mixed bag unless you know the folks who work here like my family does. The ladies at the front don't know me, so I guess they didn't feel like greeting me when I walked in... no worries, I can find my party myself. Whether you buffet or not, chips and salsa are delivered to your table. I appreciate our waitress obliging when I wanted a to-go cup for my drink. The buffet itself consists of enchiladas, tacos, chile rellenos, gorditas, beans, rice, salads, salsas, pico de gallo, fruit, and much more. Some vegetarian options are available. There is live music on Fridays for lunch. Their place - while noticeable water damage exists - is decorated nicely. There is a full bar. Their chairs are cool... padded seats with cut-outs on the backing that spell out their restaurant name. Lots of oilfield workers and their wives come here, so there is ample parking for their trucks/trailers/wive's Cadillacs and BMWs... Lol. I'll definitely be back for the buffet! RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 4 | Service: 4 | Ambiance: 4 | Price: 4

Burrito Beast is a delicious new Mexican grill in Hobbs, NM…read more They recently opened on February 4, 2026. This restaurant took over the old Mail Services building which I was sad to see go, but this is a very welcome restaurant in this small town indeed. Imagine a much more hip version of the chain Chipotle or the now closed down Freebirds World Burritos in Lubbock, TX. The set up is similar. Start on the left side when you walk in and just tell the crew what you want. Pay at the end of the line at the register before dining in or taking your order to-go. They have breakfast burritos, build your own burritos, bowls, salads, quesadillas, tacos, and "Beast Bags" which entais your choice of Doritos, Hot Cheetos, Tostitos, Takis, or Fritos. You can add your choice of meat, beans, queso, lettuce, pico, shredded cheese, salsa, and sour cream. Kids meals were available. A chicken taco was $9.99 and a chicken quesadilla - the same price. They include a drink. The inside is adorned with colorful murals of humanized burros... some folks might refer to them as donkeys. I really like Dante "Doc" Rios's work! (He's from Lovington!) Small and large tables for indoor dining only. There is a small parking lot on the south side of the building and a drive-through on the other. Restrooms were available. My burrito was a bit much for me so I have about half of it for leftovers. But my daughter's on the other hand, devoured their entire lunch on Valentine's Day, 2026. Our meal: + 1 Hot Cheetos w/Chile con Queso & Asada Steak Bag = $10.99 + 1 Hot Cheetos w/Chile con Queso & Chicken Bag = $9.99 + 1 Pork Asado Burrito (very tender & moist spicy asado, Mexican rice, black beans, green sauce, chopped mild green chile, cilantro, onions, and sour cream) = $12.99 + 3 Bottled strawberry Jarritos Drinks = $9.75 Just type in your mobile number to start earning rewards points. Online ordering was also available. All of the staff members were very friendly and pleasant to talk to. Thanks, BB!

Absolutely loved this place!! If you like Chipotle, then BB is for you. This will be my consistent…read morespot when I go work in Hobbs!

Excellent food and awesome attention to detail and customer service. Never have had a bad…read moreexperience!!

La Fiesta has always been my favorite restaurant for Mexican food in Hobbs. They make the best…read moreguacamole and I love their green enchiladas. When I have friends visit from out of town I would like to take them here for dinner. The problem is that visitors usually come on weekends and La Fiesta closes at 4pm on Saturday. They are closed Sunday and Monday as well. Because of their hours I don't get to eat there often.

Great burgers! Great burritos! Generous portion sizes! Definitely recommend eating here.read more

On a foggy Monday morning in rural New Mexico, I pushed through the mysterious darkness on Highway…read more180 in search of breakfast. I had marked these GPS coordinates months ago, making a note that Rene Anthony's was notable the highest-rated restaurant on the long drive between Dallas and Tularosa, NM. But I began to doubt myself as glimpses through the thick fog revealed no civilization, nothing but empty fields. Was there really a restaurant out here open at 5:12 a.m. or did my typically methodical road trip research contain an error? And suddenly, there it was, an oasis of an eatery standing alone in an ordinary building on the south side of the highway surrounded by nothingness. I strolled into the small dining room filled with a dozen truckers waking up to a vivid discussion about the NFL. A city slicker seemingly out of place, I was welcomed with open arms and placed my dine-in order at the register. The only breakfast option was a lengthy list of breakfast burritos, a dish I don't normally enjoy. But this was different. Chef Anthony Sanchez is making magic here. Ordering the porky pig, a massive burrito absolutely stuffed with fresh chorizo, onions, and peppers, this is pure deliciousness in the middle of nowhere!

If you're looking for a small, no thrills Mexican restaurant with great service in Hobbs, NM, I…read morehighly recommend La Fondita. They are great for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Their current hours as of 6/28/2023 do not extend into supper time. I stopped in to get an order for takeout since I had more paperwork to finish up at work. The "huevos divorciados" ($13) turned out to be an amazing breakfast. It's just like the name implies - divorced eggs. "Two eggs, one with guisado and one with asado on top. Served with beans and potatoes." Your choice of two corn or flour tortillas. The flour tortillas were homemade. It took about 10 minutes for it to be prepped. I had one more errand to run before I got back to work, but it was still all piping hot at that point. I only wish that next time I get some salsa if possible to put on top of my beans and potatoes. Parking is a gravel lot. Tables and booths are both available for indoor seating. The space is adorned with some really cool metal signs and bright colored decor. The young lady who was serving everyone and working the register was super friendly. Plus she kept me apprised of my wait. Cash or cards are accepted.

Surprised I've never been here before. My buddy and I had a quick early lunch so I went with the…read morebreakfast burrito a la Mexicana and he went with the Gordita plate. Amazing food and great service. That tortilla on the burrito was delicious. The Gordita's did not suck either. Also, they make their enchilada sauce in house so you know they're doing it right here. Can't wait to make it back.