08/27/2026 Thursday 6:15pm. Driving into the area is a little sad. So many closed and dilapidated…read morebuildings and homes. This little place is a ray of hope! Shout out to Teagan my server! She was so chipper and welcoming! Just sweet as could be. First off the chips and salsa. I mean other worldly! How did they get them so thin and crispy. The salsa a perfect spice not too much. Fresh! Ordered the combination plate. Again was expecting over the top spice since I am in NM. The green sauce was medium spicy, almost not spicy enough for me, not very thick you could taste the broth. The red was good too! Barbacoa very flavorful. Beans and rice like my tia used to make! I am a stickler for grefried beans! Authentic! Plenty of food! Basic tables, the mural on the wall just adds to the authenticity of the food! Plus the locals come so you know it is good.

Met family here as they were traveling on Route 66. This place was recommended by locals. We were…read moreskeptical as typically a place claiming to be authentic is not. We were unfortunately correct. The food was edible and not good because it had zero flavor. The guac was gross and we couldn't eat it-I think it was mixed with mayo or something? I ordered the smothered burrito with chicken and it tasted like canned cream of mushroom soup with chicken. The flour tortilla was soggy and the green sauce had zero flavor. Very disappointing as most Mexican restaurants in NM are decent. Other family members had similar thoughts and didn't finish their meals.

Back on July 31, 2026, I had been on the road for a while and hadn't eaten breakfast. It was…read morealready past lunch. So what meal is that called in the mid afternoon? Linner? Dupper? Geeze, was I starving. I already had The Annex Bar & Grill bookmarked. You will pass by it from the south if you're headed north going through the small town of Logan, NM. They have a really colorful mineral out front and there's a gas station and a convenience shop connected to it. The temperature outside was close to 100°F and dogs were not allowed inside so I had to leave my Jeep on with the air conditioner full blast while I had it inside to order. I was met by a mostly friendly hostess, but explained I wanted to get takeout so she guided me to the bar. The bartender took my order and encouraged me to buy a drink next-door in the convenience shop as they were larger and much cheaper. She was right. I settled on the Navajo Taco (Fry bread with refried beans, hamburger, lettuce, tomato, shredded cheese, smothered in your choice of sauce - which I went with green sauce = $12.99). I haven't had fried bread since I lived in Colorado and I had a Navajo apartment roommate. This large concoction was absolutely savory, fresh, and hot - and because it didn't have onions, I shared with my dog. She was very happy to do so! We drove down to the lake for a backseat picnic. This place is filled with locals, stopping in at midday on a Friday for a drink and gossip. I'd be interested to have a cocktail and maybe some brisket chili or more fry bread someday. Wide variety of seating arrangements. Very tall ceilings. Outdoor dining available too. So glad my order came out so quickly.

my honest take on this place - the host had a lot of unnecessary attitude. i asked how long the…read morewait is, he said he doesn't know i said, "ok well how many people in front of us" he told me four. like 30 minutes later i went to get an update he said one more table the told me to get out and wait outside??? but then how was i supposed to know when our table was called? smfh. the food was good though, the portions are a little too big in my opinion but it's really good (i recommend the steak fingers). there was live music that was really loud so it was hard to talk to everyone at our table but oh well. the waiter wasn't the best, took a long time to get beers and she wasn't as attentive as she could've been. again this is a great place for food but the service here sucks

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.

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.

Finding a parking was a definite sign we picked the right place! We were greeted with a friendly…read morewelcome and seated immediately! We ordered the salsa and chips for starters and I chose the "Ultimate Burger". The chips and salsa were great. Salsa tasted homemade! My burger and French fries arrived and it was large enough to share. Very tasty with just the right amount of green chili heat! Needless to say, I could not finish my burger but I sure tried as it was by far one of the best burgers I have had in a long time! Next time you are in Tucumcari New Mexico, stop in!

When we ordered I was informed they were out of my first two choices - Indian Frybread taco &…read moreStuffy (stuffed sopapilla. Boyfriend ordered frito pie & she came back a few minutes later to say they were out of Fritos! Why doesn't someone just go to the store? We should have left. He ended up getting a burrito smothered Christmas. He lived in New Mexico, has eaten NM food in other states & said this was the worst NM food he ever had. The chile was watery & lacking in flavor. My chile rellenos were different than I'm used to - instead of the egg & flour coating it was like a shake n bake breading. It was okay but not great. Over the top Christian decor & Christian music/KLOVE on loud. Also, bathroom says out of order but I was told I could use it. Hmmm?

Fantastic burgers! Small cafe with a homey feel and home cooking. Owners are great the food comes…read morefast and hot. If you're just rolling through town or staying for the lake, don't hesitate to give this place a try!

we were looking for somewhere to eat on our trip and I am so glad that we stopped here! The food…read morewas great, so were the prices, and the service was excellent.

Great little spot for authentic tacos etc. Way better than a national fast food chain. Keep it…read morelocal.

Carne asada tacos were some of the worst I've ever had. Seasoning was not on point. The Al pastor…read moreones were better. The flautas were good, so I recommend those. They have a variety of salsas to pick from.

The food was good, but a little on the pricey side. The former SideKix on 66 is no longer at the…read moreoriginal location. This is the new location. I do not remember the prices being as high as they are currently. It has been 3 years, though, since I have been there. Inflation is crazy, so maybe justified. Food was good, service was good, prices were on the higher side.

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!

We were driving home from vacation and needed a place for dinner. And this place was perfect. It…read morefeels family run. It was reasonably busy, but not so crowded that we couldn't get served in a reasonable amount of time. We ordered street tacos, one of their dinner plates, and a tamale-- I think a green tamale. Everything was delicious...the street tacos were great. The tamale life changing. It was so delicious. Our family shared everything and the tamale was most fought over. If I made my own tamales, I would want them to taste like their tamales.

The barbacoa burrito was super fatty, which was disappointing since the flavor was spot on…read more When we visited 9/18 the patio was under construction and closed. It would have been nice if owners had updated their yelp listing about this.

Stop by again and had a another amazing experience. Place was very busy Sunday afternoon (one of…read morethe only places open on a Sunday afternoon) margaritas were good, and the deep-fried avocados were by far the best I've ever tasted.

Good vegan food, superb margaritas, and all delivered to our camp site. What more could you ask…read morefor?