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    Lucy's Cafe

    4.2 (23 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Torn seats in Lucy' Cafe. Not a thrilling place to dine. How can you let your restaurant go like this? Duct tape only goes so far.

    I had not been to Lucy's Cafe on South Valley since they opened a few years ago, but today I stopped in for breakfast. The interior of the restaurant is much the same as it was when the previous owner was there. There is a long counter and two rows of padded booths. The interior does not exactly sparkle...it has not been well maintained and there were many cuts and patch jobs on the seats of the booths. (see photo below to look at torn booth covers) This restaurant does not lend itself to a comfortable dining experience; some may think it somewhat depressing. Rate the ambiance on the lower side. When I entered a woman told me to sit wherever I wanted. She was handling the front of the house all by herself. She quickly brought a menu to my table and took my drink order. (She never did give me a straw nor did she ever follow-up after finally getting the correct breakfast to me.) This waitress was quite friendly (as others have pointed out) but not everyone will go for all the touchy-feely stuff she was passing out! Today I ordered the Spanish Omelet breakfast which came with hash browns and a biscuit. After about twelve minutes of ordering the waitress dropped off a plate with some little packets of butter and jam. But wait! IT WAS NOT "MY" PLATE! Instead of a biscuit there was toast on the plate. It had several large strips of bacon, but just one fried egg and no Spanish Omelet. I GOT UP TO HUNT DOWN THE WAITRESS AND POINT OUT TO HER THAT SHE GAVE ME SOMEONE ELSE'S PLATE. When I located her behind the counter she was walking around with my Spanish Omelet plate...heading where was anybody's guess. After notifying her of the mistake she carried my Omelet to my table and swapped out the other meal. But, in the process she took away the knife and fork and left me to eat with my fingers. I once again had to hunt her down to tell her I needed a fork. Regarding the food: the biscuit was a bit dry and lacking flavor. It was mediocre at best. Rate it a "C." The hash browns were undercooked and certainly not brown or crispy. They lacked seasoning. Rate the hash browns a "C-" or maybe a "D." Not good. The omelet itself was not bad but the onion, ham, and jalapeno peppers inside were diced so small that one could hardly see them let alone taste them. The eggs themselves were done fairly well. The white cheesy sauce over the omelet was ok but not as good as reviewers would have you believe. I would rate the omelet between a "B" and a "B+." The white sauce I would say was a "B-." After finishing my meal I cashed out up front where the waitress never bothered to ask me how everything was. It's the little things like that that make a difference. How do they expect to know where they are not measuring up to standard??? All in all, this breakfast at Lucy's Cafe (for the complete dining experience) rates about THREE STARS...below the norm for a full serve restaurant. All the regulars...many the older types...seem to like it, but if you dine here do not expect too much. As far as the service the waitress would be better off emphasizing efficiency and professionalism while cutting back on the touchy-feely personal stuff.

    Lucy's burrito with ground beef, jalapeno, tomato and their amazing white sauce
    Leslie W.

    Our favorite breakfast place in town. You can get amazing pancakes, anything with green chile, chorizo with eggs, posole, Lucy's burrito (get this anytime with the white sauce), actual basted eggs, burgers (big appetite? Get the Guapo), patty melts, menudo, chicken fried steak and eggs, pecan pie and almost anything you'd find at any diner worth its salt in New Mexico. Sit at the Counter and enjoy the show from an experienced, hard working and funny waitstaff. I will admit the kitchen can be slow at times and you may have a couple cups of coffee before your plate comes out. We loved the Zia - and are thrilled Lucy has taken over. It's super clean now and filled with good food, families and conversation.

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    Food, Service and Overall experience was great! It's a cute dinner with a homey feel to it. Highly recommend it

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    Great service and the "red beef" is delicious. The red chile is the best I've had since moving to Cruces.

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    One of my favorites in town. All authentic New Mexico food. Everything on the menu is good.

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    Food was good, service was friendly and prompt. Prices were reasonable. Overall would recommend to other travelers.

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    The food, the service and the atmosphere are all exemplary! I have been coming here for 25 years and Lucy never disappoints!

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    La Nueva Casita Cafe

    La Nueva Casita Cafe

    4.4
    (677 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    I stopped at La Nueva Casita just passing through town, Then…read moretasted the chile and nearly fell down, Red chile! Green chile! Christmas delight! Smoky and roasty and cooked just right, No thick soggy batter all gooey and mean, Just peppery goodness in red and in green, With crunchy chips, salsa, and honey so sweet, Sopapillas bouncing right out of my seat, Five stars for flavor, for joy, and for fun-- I'd drive four whole hours for another round with my son!

    First impression wasn't too good. We walked into the restaurant to first see a tub of dirty dishes…read moreand seat ourselves at a sticky table. The complimentary (first round) of chips and salsa was above par. The menu was descriptive and the service was friendly. We ordered the fajita tacos and the combination lunch plate (chicken hard taco, green chile con carne, green enchilada, and a chile relleno) with borracho beans and rice. The fajita tacos and chile con carne were okay, but the enchilada was weak and the relleno was filled with some sort of liquid cheese that poured out in the first lukewarm bite. Rice was okay. Beans were overwhelmingly over-seasoned with oregano. The combo plate was drowning in broth from the chile con carne. We were disappointed hearing that this place had such great green chiles, but it was all so watered-down that we didn't taste much of the chile flavor. :(

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    Refried Beans ($3/side)
    Refried Beans ($3/side)
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    La Posta de Mesilla

    La Posta de Mesilla

    3.6
    (1k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    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.

    While on a Southwest road trip, we found ourselves spending the night in Las Cruces, New Mexico…read more When we asked the staff at our hotel for a local dining recommendation, they pointed us toward the historic village of Mesilla, just south of Las Cruces. It turned out to be excellent advice. Mesilla is a charming, historic community with an unmistakable Old World feel. Founded in 1848, it once served as the Confederate capital of the Arizona Territory and is perhaps best known as the site where the notorious outlaw Billy the Kid was tried and convicted of murder in 1881. Today, the village centers around a picturesque plaza surrounded by beautifully preserved adobe buildings, shops, and restaurants that make it well worth a visit. One of Mesilla's most famous restaurants is La Posta de Mesilla, which has been serving traditional New Mexican cuisine since 1939. Over the decades, it has expanded into a sprawling 17,000-square-foot complex made up of a maze of interconnected dining rooms. Its menu is built around century-old family recipes featuring the renowned red and green chiles grown nearby in the Hatch and Mesilla valleys. After what felt like a two- or three-minute walk through the restaurant to reach our table, we ordered margaritas and waited for the customary basket of chips. I added an order of chile con queso along with both the red and green salsas. Our drinks, chips, and salsas arrived promptly. The salsas were pleasantly spicy and packed more heat than the average restaurant version, something I appreciated. Unfortunately, the chile con queso never arrived. After unsuccessfully trying to catch the attention of one of the busy servers, we finally flagged someone down to remind them. By the time it reached our table, our entrées were only moments away, leaving little opportunity to enjoy it with the chips. My wife ordered two tacos with rice and beans. I chose the Folded Tacos--three deep-fried folded corn tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef and chicken, then topped with lettuce, tomato, and shredded cheese, served alongside refried beans and rice. So, how was the food? It was simply okay. Nothing on either plate stood out. The dishes lacked the bold flavors, vibrant presentation, and satisfying textures that make New Mexican cuisine so memorable. My impression is that, over the years, La Posta has evolved into a destination built to accommodate the hundreds of thousands of tourists who visit annually. In doing so, its food seems to have been toned down to appeal to the broadest possible audience, sacrificing some of the authenticity and character that made it famous. Service added to the disappointment. It was slow, disjointed, and often difficult to find a server when we needed one. Since we visited on a Sunday evening, it's possible the restaurant was short-staffed, but regardless of the reason, the overall dining experience suffered. If you're visiting the Las Cruces area, don't miss Mesilla. It's one of southern New Mexico's true gems and absolutely deserves a stop. As for La Posta de Mesilla, however, I'd recommend looking elsewhere for dinner. In a town with this much history and character, I'm confident you'll find a restaurant that delivers a more memorable meal.

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    Andele Restaurant

    Andele Restaurant

    4.2
    (687 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    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!

    This was our first time dining at Andele's following from many recommendations from friends…read more Upon walking in the door, we were greeted by a friendly hostess who sat us promptly. Our waiter, Chase, quickly came to our table to offer us drinks. Chase was very attentive throughout the entire meal. He brought our food out quickly and checked on us as we ate to ensure we were not lacking anything. Excellent service!! Now for the food... The small bowl of chips didn't have a chance to empty before Chase brought another bowl (without us having to ask). We loved the salsa bar where we were able to select the salsas that we wanted to try. We chose the traditional, jalapeño and tomatillo, pico de galio, and chipotle. We agreed that all of them were delicious. My husband had the fish tacos. The serving size was great!! He would have preferred grilled fish rather than the breaded and fried fish; but all-in-all he said it was good. (For non-fish eaters like myself, the fish smell was quite strong and overpowered the smells of the rest of our meals). My daughter got the Monster build your own burrito with chicken. She loved it and said the grilled chicken was delicious!!! My daughter's boyfriend had the chicken enchiladas Christmas (green and red sauces for those who may not be familiar). He loved it! Like my daughter, he too enjoyed the grilled chicken that came in his enchiladas. I had the cheese enchiladas Christmas with 2 fried eggs and sauce on the side. The sauces were both delicious!!!! Everyone at the table enjoyed tasting the green sauce which had a creamy and cheesy consistency with the perfect amount of green chilies and heat. The red sauce was a traditional New Mexico red enchilada sauce with exactly the right amount of heat. My single complaint about my meal is that I could have counted the number of cheese shred pieces between each tortilla of the enchiladas. All of us liked the refried beans and Spanish rice that came with our meals.

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    Pork Tacos al Carbon Plate - pork
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    Chaviras

    Chaviras

    3.4
    (11 reviews)
    5.2 mi

    The smell when the door was opened was amazing. It was a bit like home which was nice. The food…read morehowever tasted like a different story. I now understand the "greasy" comment regarding the tacos. Yes, they were a little bit but it wasn't horribly offensive. Also, tacos can simply be a little greasy. It's fine, not a deal breaker. The tacos were very small portions, a bit smaller than the street tacos I'm used to. The carne asada was OK. It had a decent flavor but was like "pow" flavorful or OMGosh I have to have more. It satisfied my craving. The carnitas were also OK. Nothing super exciting. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here for food but wouldn't be offended to have it again. I appreciated that it's also a small store which sells a variety of meats with some decent sales. Spices and a small amount of fresh produce. Customer service was pleasant and efficient.

    Chaviras a local food market with two locations in Las Cruces. They also prepare mostly Mexican…read morefood items to take out. This location even has drive through service. They have butcher shop for those looking for fresh meat. Chaviras has a great selection of fresh Mexican pastries, fresh produce and a selection of frozen food options and canned goods. My wife and I picked up a couple of bean and cheese burritos to take home. I just wish that they didn't use LARD on their beans, as we do not eat pork. As an observation, Chavira is a Spanish family name.

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    The butcher shop
    Chaviras
    Chaviras

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