It's a tourist restaurant so don't expect good service because the staff knows even if they're nice…read moreyou'll never come back anyway. (They were rude) The bathroom had no lock and they never greet or acknowledge you when you enter but the food was good, that is why I give it 2 stars instead of 1 star.

Decent Mexican food if you're traveling through Fort Sumner. Nice little place!…read more People were friendly the food was good and reasonably priced.

Stopped for lunch and had a chopped brisket sandwich and a ham & cheese. Both good. The battered…read morefries were exceptional. No ambiance, but a good quick lunch when you're in a hurry.

We were looking for a place to eat something simple and local so driving through we saw this…read morerestaurant, you order at the counter and pay and then called up when your order is ready, self serve coffee and drinks and plenty of places to be seated. I ordered a bacon and egg sandwich and i swear they used 4 slices of bacon! Yum. With a truck stop decor and clean restrooms the experience was worth the stop.

Our regular stop when we travel this route. Food is always…read moredelicious, hot. Salad bar ingredients were fresh. Wait staff is on friendly. Decor is chosen to reflect Route 66 memorabilia.

A gem of a restaurant on Historic Route 66 in Tucumcari!…read moreFriendly, welcoming staff. Reasonable prices! Specials will not disappoint! Nice menu. Great local beer selection! Holiday decor is over the top.

Good place to stop on a dull trip along 285. Special food, good popcorn and other snacks to break…read moremonotony. Clean restrooms

Great food! Who would have known. I had the cheese burger (large and tasty), crinkle-cut fries,…read moreand soft drink for 8 bucks.

Went there over the weekend. So festive and fun. Met the owner. He's super cute…read more Loved the birria tacos and the cocktails,I had the bee's knees.

Well... when it's the only game in town.... *yeah Clovis is a smaaaaalll town. We were looking…read morefor a brewery after our visit to the zoo. The brewery is located in a bowling alley. The bar itself is small, but clean. Best part about the place was the bartender. She was friendly and attentive. Food was ok. We had some fried pickles and mozzarella sticks... typical bar food. Not a bad experience, but again, there's not much in Clovis.

My son and I had lunch here. The food was delicious and the waitress was friendly. So if you're in…read moreTucumcari NM try it on main Street.

This restaurant caught fire April 4 and since then they've been operating out of a good truck. We…read morebrought our dog and we could sit outside. There are umbrellas and 3 tables. The roof of the now gutted restaurant plus umbrella provide good shade. Definitely come here for a simple but delicious meal. They've got burritos, tacos etc. Very satisfying meals for very good price. Come support their effort to reopen their restaurant/cafe.

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.

My girlfriend and I were very excited to try this place during our short stay in Tucumcari in hopes…read moreof some good, authentic Mexican food. Based off of the other Yelp reviews, I had high hopes, but unfortunately, we were let down by this place. We ordered online and ordered multiple different dishes in order to try them out. Here are the dishes that I got: Brisket Burrito: The meat was dried out and tasted several days old and reheated. The burrito also didn't seem to have the pan fried potatoes that were supposed to be in it. Tacos al Carbon: From the first bite I knew I wasn't going to eat these; the steak tasted weird, with a weird texture, and seemed old. Enchilladas: I got them with beef & green sauce; the beef had a decent flavor and texture. Stuffed Sopapilla: The sopapilla itself had a good comfort food type of taste and texture. I got it with beef & green sauce. The beef had a decent flavor and texture. As for the sides--the Mexican rice just tasted like salt, and the beans were bland and flavorless. If you're looking for fresh, yummy Mexican food--don't waste your money on this place. I have no idea how it has so many good Yelp reviews.

First of all such a cute little spot, food is so Delicious…read moreand a lot of food for the price. The two Women serving were so sweet and attentive despite the constant flow of guests coming in. Overall an amazing experience will definitely be back if we past through

Ordered the burger and fried okra, good eats! The women working there are gems! Diner type of place.read more

If you're making the drive between Santa Fe and Roswell, this is realistically the only stop--and…read morehonestly, it's a pretty solid one. Penny's has that classic roadside diner charm, complete with the shiny silver exterior and that satisfying old-school diner door. It leans into nostalgia in the best way, like you accidentally pulled into a time capsule somewhere along a desert highway. Inside was clean and well-kept, and the staff were attentive and friendly without being over the top--exactly what you want when you're road-weary and hungry. Food-wise, the burger hit the spot and the tots were crispy (always a win). Simple, classic diner food done right. A couple of knocks: the bathroom was just okay, nothing terrible but not great either. And the soda... not good. It had a strange flavor, almost like the lines hadn't been changed in a while--definitely stick with water or something bottled. Overall, it's not a destination restaurant, but for where it's at, it absolutely delivers. A reliable, nostalgic pit stop that does the job well. Worth the stop? Yes. Just skip the soda.

Finding Penny's is like striking gold (note: this review applies to their Yampa, Colorado, location…read moretoo). Either stretch of road is remote and food options are few and far between. When you see the lights are on, it's a relief. From what I understand, they're able to stay open 24 hours because of a contract with Big Rail, which keeps train crews fed and honestly, the rest of us travelers benefit too. I love that the choo-choos take care of their people while providing a service to anyone passing through. It's a cozy, welcoming stop when you need it most. The kind of place that makes a long drive feel less lonely. In the instance I'm in those parts of New Mexico or Colorado, Penny's is my go-to. Five stars!