a very good burger with real beef. they serve Pepsi on tap…read more Andthe burg was very very very tasty

My original review was removed, but I still feel this experience is worth sharing, especially since…read morethe manager involved is now the owner. I ordered two sodas with cherry through the drive-through. When we received them, we genuinely could not taste any cherry. We calmly drove back through and politely asked if a little more cherry could be added so the drinks would taste as expected. Unfortunately, the interaction with the manager, Claudia, was uncomfortable. Instead of a simple adjustment or solution, we were told that adding more cherry would require an extra charge. I tried to clarify that I wasn't asking for "extra," only for the drinks to taste as they normally do. Given that this location has been known to make frequent mistakes, we honestly assumed the cherry may have been left out. The conversation became unexpectedly tense. She was behaving absolutely ridiculous and nasty. When I asked about a refund instead, I was told that refunds were not given. I also requested the owner's contact information and she told me she wouldn't give it to me. This review isn't about cherry, it's about the customer service experience. Small issues happen at any business. What matters is how they are handled. A more solution-oriented and courteous response would have made this a simple fix rather than a negative experience.

OVERALL Ole Jax is a burger staple in the small town of…read moreLovington, NM. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 3 | Service: 4 | Ambiance: 2 | Price: 3 PARKING There was ample parking all around the building at 11 AM. LOCATION/AMBIANCE It's located fairly in the center of Lovington. Not difficult to find with the purple and white stripes. I know it happens, but it's gross to see a rat trap in front of the building. And hoards of pigeons hang out above the covered parking where I had to position my trusty Jeep to wait for my food. The other thing I was irritated by was there was no visible menu at the drive-thru window. THE GRUB I asked about the Pancho burger which did not have a description on the menu the nice employee handed me. He said, "double meat, double cheese with green chili, ketchup and mustard..." I stopped him. "I'll take one of those without ketchup and mustard. Add mayo." When I got it, it was smaller than anticipated for it being $10.70 with a small drink. The meat tasted a bit weird to me. They went skimpy on the veggies. I barely had any lettuce. Nothing else. LITTLE YELPER'S CLUB I don't recall seeing a kid's menu. SERVICE Was nice, but not well-rehearsed in how much their specials were. MY FAVORITE PART... It's got some old school charm. NOT SO FAVORITE PART... I wanted so bad for the burger to be a Lovington favorite, but it was not.

The food was great! It's the service that was terrible the girl was so annoyed that we came in and…read moreshe was so disrespectful rolling her eyes at us she also threw the ticket number at my husband. I've never had bad service from yall but I guess there's always a first.

*** good choice for some Baja-style Mexican food in southeastern New Mexico ***…read more When I have a lot on my mind, I drive to a new-to-me place and EAT. Baja Grill in Lovington, NM, was on my bookmarks for a long time. It was well worth the wait! At around 1:45 pm, I walked into a nearly empty restaurant. I was seated right away and served some very good red salsa and crispy, semi-thick homemade tortilla chips. I liked the variety of high-top and normal-height tables. I knew as soon as I saw "blackened tilapia" on the menu I had to have it. "Served on a bed of rice pila" ($12.99), it also came with my choice of two sides. The charro beans and fried okra were excellent! While my fish wasn't the freshest, the seasoning was really delicious. The outer edges were crispy, but inside the fish was flaky and moist. I also ordered a refreshing Sprite. Paid cash. Got just a little less than $4 back. Service was nice, but my waitress only checked on me after she realized I was ready to go. The food is fairly unique to Lea County. I can see why my employees like this place. I'm glad I had a lot on my mind that day... Really dumb parking lot, though. No painted lines so everyone just parks like idiots. And it's rather dull on the outside. Hard to easily recognize that it's a place that serves seafood. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 4 | Service: 4 | Ambiance: 4 | Price: 4

A simple yet friendly & engaging dining experience. The service was outstanding. The…read morestraightforward restaurant was both clean & tastefully operated.

OVERALL Drylands in Lovington is unlike any other place in…read morethis small town or the entire county for that matter. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 4.5 | Service: 5 | Ambiance: 5 | Price: 4 PARKING There is abundant free parking in a private lot or some street parking within a short walking distance. LOCATION/AMBIANCE Right away I noticed a simple, but large metal building adorned with desert landscaping and some "pizza wing" art towards the back. Inside, a large bar area is met with high ceilings and several other seating options including tables inside the nicely air-conditioned dining room or a few outdoor tables. THE GRUB My significant other cowboy ordered the "Urlager" because it was the closest thing to his Keystone. He wasn't a fan. At first sip, it was okay to me but definitely ended with a nutty sort of IPA aftertaste. I opted for the blueberry lavender vodka concoction... it was good! We shared the pizza of the week: jalapeño popper with bacon. It was so good! Altogether, our meal costed less than $28. LITTLE YELPER'S CLUBI don't recall a kid's menu. SERVICE Our waitress was great! So sweet, funny & attentive. The two bartenders were hustlers as well. MY FAVORITE PART... The pizza! NOT SO FAVORITE PART... How flippin' hot it was after refueling on 8/10/2023. Over 100 degrees F!

The service was very attentive and the price point was right. My son and I stopped in here while…read moreI was in the area for work. We were promptly greeted promptly seated and promptly served. The only reason for not five stars is there was no list of beers anywhere other than behind the bar that I saw. I ordered some kind of wheat beer side scene. It was on the sweet side for sure.

We stopped in while on a road trip and the food was really good. We always look for places that…read moreare authentic and this was it. We ordered the pancakes and eggs and it was really good. Service was also good and they kept the coffee flowing without even asking. Make sure while you're there to check out that artwork that's all over the place, which makes this a cool spot to visit . We will definitely stop there again when we're in town.

Very good tasting food. I got the steak fingers with French fries and gravy. Service was very good…read moreand friendly also.

great open area - full bar - clean bathrooms, great wait staff, wonderful fresh food. We had a…read morechilton, a spiced rum & diet coke, mac n cheese bites (OMG) and the chicken salad stuffed avocado. AMAZING! We will be back!

The Rockwind Grill is a nice place to either a) have drinks and a snack while your party golfs or…read moreb) meet up with friends for drinks and an appetizer or lunch. PROS + beautiful, well-maintained golf course/grounds within view of the dining room + outdoor dining is also available + super friendly, efficient bartender (she's been there every single Wednesday I come in during 2023) + decent food... comes out hot and fresh! + moderately priced + many key places are within the vicinity (see my list below) + pro shop is next door + casual dress code is okay CONS I feel like the dining area could use a makeover. Also, the last visit to the women's restroom there was no soap in the dispenser (4/26/2023). I mentioned that several key campuses and sights were nearby. Here's my short list in alphabetical order: + CORE (Center of Recreational Excellence) + Hobbs Veterans Memorial + Lovington Highway Health Walk (concrete walking path parallel to Highway 18) + McAdams Park + New Mexico Junior College + University of the Southwest + Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame + Zia Park Casino Hotel & Racetrack

Sonic is America's Drive-In…read more There are other drive-ins in Lovington, NM. But this one did me good on 5/20/2024. A medium cranberry limeade ($1.61) came out in less than 3 minutes after pressing send on my app (hence the discount). A friendly young lady delivered it. My thirst was quenched for the 20-minute drive home. The worst part was all of the nearby road construction. In the time that road construction begins anywhere in New Mexico, The Black Death (a bubonic plague pandemic that occurred in Europe from 1346 to 1353) would have came and went. Okay, I'm exaggerating, but the roads are terrible here and it often takes years for a project.

Quick & friendly service, great location , & decent prices. Open later than most places in the 4th…read moreof July.

Craving a burger, I was curious about "The Burger Den" on my Door Dash app…read more It's inside Denny's. I went with the "Rodeo Ring Burger Combo." While the fries were scrumptious and still piping hot by the time I brought my takeout home, the burger was a bit dry and lacked flavor. The cheese was not fully melted. One strip of fried onion ring - not even a whole one - was stacked on top. Lol. It wasn't terrible, but just mediocre. For $25.34, it's a big no from here on out. The waitress/hostess/takeout order lady was extremely nice, but overwhelmed. Spill root beer all down the side my cup, yet, she apologized. I forgive her because she was a hustler, baby! Big plus was it was ready when they said it would be. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 3 | Service: 4.5 | Ambiance: 3 | Price: 2

From the owner: With a focus on high-quality ingredients and big, bold flavor combinations, The Burger Den is…read morecookin' up the classics you expect--and the crafty concoctions you don't--and then partnering with your favorite delivery apps, so you never have to leave your couch. And since it's brought to you by Denny's, the people who invented America's diner (and stay up as late as you do), you know you're gonna find the tastes you want when you want it.

I'm not sure why but every time we order, our food is always soggy. Today I ordered the Tex…read more(Chicken fried Steak sandwich). When ordered I specifically asked for the veggies on the side & requested onion. When received my food, veggies were on the sandwich which made the meat soggy. & then NO onions. It never fails the grease always taste old leaving an aftertaste when eating the fries. For as much as the ticket always is, the food quality is never matched.

I was sooooo disappointed in myself for ordering the wrong burger :(((( for whatever reason I…read morethought they all came on sourdough bread and clearly, the BG burger does not unless you request it. Nonetheless the burger I had was fair, all the toppings come on the side (build your own) style. And the patty is seasoned well. I enjoyed curly fries as my side and they give more than enough. Also ordered their fried pickles and I absolutely love how they came. The sliced up pickle and crunch w every bite. Definitely would recommend. It's a cute lil drive thru spot but you can also get down and order through the window. Service was 10/10. I called 10mins before ordering, they told me they stopped taking orders, but I let them know it was my last day in town and wouldn't be able to try it till next time -- they made an exception and I love them for that!! I'll be back next time in town and I'll be sure to order the right one! Thank youuuuu BG's and all the staff that took care of us!