The Pit Stop 292 Cafe

4.4 (96 reviews)

ModerateAmerican, Mexican, New Mexican Cuisine

Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Small, eclectic interior with great music playing (not loud, could converse easily) and frequent coffee fills! And the waitress picked the coffee cup up by the handle, NOT the cup lip surface! I ordered the Arnie's Burrito Special that comes with two eggs, potatoes and red or green salsa (home made). I got both on the side and liked each of them. I didn't eat the fried potatoes and they DID have real butter pats! I would recommend them and come here again if I'm in town!

AnaLilia G.

A post popped up while driving through, so we decided to stop! I love that the parking lot is huge for those who have rvs or big trucks!!! That's a plus for us travelers! The place looks like it's been here for a long time and I love that! When you come in, you see so many things!!! What do I mean? Things that the owner has collected throughout the years!! And yes that's a LOVE for me because I am a collector too. The customer service was great! I was greeted right away by the 2 young ladies at the register. I came in 6 min before breakfast ended!!! And they still took my order for breakfast, other places will BS their way out of it!! I ordered the enchiladas because they didn't have chilaquiles, I wish they did have some but she recommended the enchiladas so I ordered the green salsa with stew beef and also a potato,egg and chorizo burrito and I did ask if tortilla chips as big and she said yup! So that's awesome for my husband lol Ambiance was chill, relaxed and vintage dinner vibes!! Background music which is just at a perfect volume. The coffee was bland and I wish it was stronger and darker, let's try the food!!! The burrito tasted homemade! Home cook so that was great!!! The enchiladas looked different from an enchilada but they were savory! Spicy which I LOVE!! They did forget my sour cream oh nooo but ok I can still eat lol Super cheesy LOADED!!! And lots of stew beef!! Yummmm The way they make enchiladas is to layer the tortilla and in between each one they add the cheese, chunky green sauce and beef! I did enjoy every bite!! Huge portion so will have some left for later on the road!!! The food was good! Texmex and can't complain

Carren R.

Nice little diner at the side of the road. Service was good. I had the special three hot cakes, bacon and scrambled eggs. My husband really enjoyed the breakfast burrito. Solid stop when on the area.

Fatccuh W.

Stopped by grabbed a bacon lettuce sammich asked for cheese didn't get overall sammich was great also got the breakfast special it was great overall food was solid

Raquel B.

Excellent New Mexico flavors and real New Mexico beef you can taste it! Hot red chili Green Chili

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This was our first time here, and my husband and I really enjoyed it. The place has a fun retro vibe, and the 80s music made it even better! The servers were amazing. They were very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. They made us feel right at home. The food was delicious. I had breakfast, and I loved that they serve it all day on weekends. We also tried the chips and salsa, and the salsa was so good! Everything we saw on the menu looked tasty, and we're excited to come back and try more. If you're looking for a fun, retro-style place with great food and service, I definitely recommend it. We'll be back for sure! read more

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I have visited The Pit Stop several times and I had always had great service. On May 5, I went with a friend to have lunch. I ordered the Huevos Rancheros that comes with a side refried beans and a flour tortilla. To drink, I ordered coffee. There were two servers that day. Ours was the younger lady, who was not really engaged with the clientele except with some guy eating at the counter. When she delivered our food, she never offered to refill my friend's iced tea or my coffee. For almost 5 minutes I tried to get her attention without success. I got up to the counter where she continued chatting with the guy eating at the counter. I mentioned that I wanted more coffee, I was told that they had ran out and if I wanted decaf. She shook the thermos and she said that she still had some coffee left. I also told her that on the menu my meal included a tortilla. She never apologized for the lousy service. Very disappointing. read more

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Nothing fancy but good food, great patty melts, service is wonderful and just plain fun to see all the ketchy things all over the place read more

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Small, eclectic interior with great music playing (not loud, could converse easily) and frequent coffee fills! And the waitress picked the coffee cup up by the handle, NOT the cup lip surface! I ordered the Arnie's Burrito Special that comes with two eggs, potatoes and red or green salsa (home made). I got both on the side and liked each of them. I didn't eat the fried potatoes and they DID have real butter pats! I would recommend them and come here again if I'm in town! read more

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AnaLilia G.

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A post popped up while driving through, so we decided to stop! I love that the parking lot is huge for those who have rvs or big trucks!!! That's a plus for us travelers! The place looks like it's been here for a long time and I love that! When you come in, you see so many things!!! What do I mean? Things that the owner has collected throughout the years!! And yes that's a LOVE for me because I am a collector too. The customer service was great! I was greeted right away by the 2 young ladies at the register. I came in 6 min before breakfast ended!!! And they still took my order for breakfast, other places will BS their way out of it!! I ordered the enchiladas because they didn't have chilaquiles, I wish they did have some but she recommended the enchiladas so I ordered the green salsa with stew beef and also a potato,egg and chorizo burrito and I did ask if tortilla chips as big and she said yup! So that's awesome for my husband lol Ambiance was chill, relaxed and vintage dinner vibes!! Background music which is just at a perfect volume. The coffee was bland and I wish it was stronger and darker, let's try the food!!! The burrito tasted homemade! Home cook so that was great!!! The enchiladas looked different from an enchilada but they were savory! Spicy which I LOVE!! They did forget my sour cream oh nooo but ok I can still eat lol Super cheesy LOADED!!! And lots of stew beef!! Yummmm The way they make enchiladas is to layer the tortilla and in between each one they add the cheese, chunky green sauce and beef! I did enjoy every bite!! Huge portion so will have some left for later on the road!!! The food was good! Texmex and can't complain read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for your well thought out review! we hope to see you again…

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Better come & get'cha some. Best biscuits & sausage gravy in town. Just like back home in KY. Lovely service as well. read more

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Nice neighborhood diner! If we lived closer, we'd go often! Good ol comfort food amid kitsch.

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Stopped by on a weekday afternoon. Don't let the location discourage you. Both the Mexican and American food was authentic, no prepackaged here. It was clean and a destination for those who like to relax and reminisce while studying the decor. read more

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A cafe off the side of the road with a lot of charm to it. Standard American and Mexican offerings for Breakfast and Lunch with pretty competitive prices. Nothing extraordinary, but pretty good. read more

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Nice little diner at the side of the road. Service was good. I had the special three hot cakes, bacon and scrambled eggs. My husband really enjoyed the breakfast burrito. Solid stop when on the area. read more

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Megan T.

thanks for the review!

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Bob M.

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We found this small out of the way, local's breakfast place while passing through Las Cruces, NM and boy are we glad we did! The restaurant is not much to look at from the outside but don't let appearances fool you. The two dishes we tried (Eggs Rancheros and the New Mexican Omelette with the green chile) were outstanding. Our server was very friendly and attentive and kept my coffee topped off the entire time. While we were there a parade of obvious regulars passed through the restaurant. All were friendly with the owner and the waitress and exchanged stories and banter. This made the experience all that much more "genuine." And even though we were obviously not regulars, we were made to feel right at home. This is THE place for breakfast in Las Cruces. read more

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Megan T.

I'm so glad you found us! please come see us again if you're in the…

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Robbie R.

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This little hidden gem is worth a visit! The red and green chile are some of the best I've ever had in New Mexico! The food is delicious and the service is excellent. We have become regulars!!! read more

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Stopped by grabbed a bacon lettuce sammich asked for cheese didn't get overall sammich was great also got the breakfast special it was great overall food was solid read more

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JJ O.

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Really good food at very reasonable prices. We love the pork tenderloin sandwich. It's huge! Surprising ambiance.

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Was in Las Cruces for the day and found this gem of a place. Great food, great service, great prices. If you like music you'll love this place. They have nice classic rock hits playing on the speakers. Definitely recommend. read more

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Excellent New Mexico flavors and real New Mexico beef you can taste it! Hot red chili Green Chili read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for the review and pictures! Come see us again soon :-)

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Stephen G.

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Simple asked for ketchup on to go order. Didn't get any ketchup on fries. Nor was there any on burger. Fries were very few and cold. Second time in fifteen days. Wasn't happy with food or service. Used to visit frequently. Very disappointed. Will not return. Burger all I could taste was mustard. Even as I write review. read more

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Jessica S.

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Our food was delicious, fresh,and hot. The waitresses were friendly and service excellent! Fast service. We will definitely be back.

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Combination plate is totally awesome!!! I go by The Pit Stop whenever I get the chance...

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angel j.

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This restaurant is a little gym. The food is very tasty, need salt but very tasty. The green chili is delicious little spicy, and the red chili was the stand out for me. Had a lot of flavor. My husband had hand made patties of sausage with egg and hashbrowns with pancakes. I had a red and green chili burrito with two eggs on top, call the Arnies special. The price was fair for the food we received. It was a decent value and the service was a plus really our waitress was wonderful cute polite, knowledgeable everything you want a waitress to be the only thing I'd skip on is the coffee very weak but hey..... it's also conveniently located right off the 10 freeway so it's perfect for us. Definitely will come back. The interior decor is interesting as well. It's fun and lots of parking. read more

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Megan T.

Thank you for the thoughtful review! We hope to serve you again soon…

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Andrew H.

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This is an old school diner with cheap prices, big portions, stuff on the walls, and surly-but-friendly service. If this is what you are looking for, it's probably the best representation of this in the area! A bonus is, because you're in NM, classic diner fare often has a New Mexico twist/spin on it. Probably one of my favorite diners maybe ever! read more

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Megan T.

Thanks so much! We're glad to hear we are one of your favorites!

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Paula H.

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This is an old fashion with comfort food for all. Their breakfast is great. Their chicken fried steak was flavorful and big! Hamburger done right. Haven't found anything bad yet! read more

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Over the phone take out order , happy with the amount and disappointed breakfast is not all day. But the fries are yum ! Plenty of ketchup too read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for the review! Sorry we were not able to accommodate…

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Aaron L.

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This is a great little dinner! Very friendly servers and the food is excellent!! Our server went out of her way to make our visit excellent!! read more

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Megan T.

Glad to hear you enjoyed your visit!

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Kelly W.

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Food was on point. The green chile was pretty hot, possibly could've used a little more salt, but The burrito my husband got had a stew meat in it that was incredible! Both dishes were pretty unique actually, and the cafe itself is very unique but a slight "hole in the wall". I'd definitely go back again! my hats off to the chef! read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for the review! we hope to see you again soon :)

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Donna R.

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Great breakfast! Great service! Great location. I was able to "pull through" with my travel trailer. read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for your kind words! we hope to see you again :)

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Scott P.

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I'm a Regular customer now - often buy a couple breakfasts because it's a 40min round trip for me. Also, I'll buy a couple breakfasts to bribe/reward a metal shop or Extreme garage auto mechanics. Always steady ... with consistent high quality food prepared in a spotless environment. Enjoy :) read more

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Megan T.

I'm sooo happy to see you loved our restaurant! We really appreciate…

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Sean D.

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Very comfortable and cozy atmosphere feels quite welcoming. Service is great, but the food is amazing, THIS is breakfast.

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Chris R.

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When you think hole in the wall breakfast joint, this is it. Real small, no fancy plates, but great food. I had the huevos rancheros with green chili. The chili was a nice medium heat that didn't overpower your mouth. The side of beans was a nice contrast and a flour tortilla to sop up all that great liquid on your plate. Nothing fancy here but worth the stop. read more

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Christina T.

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I absolutely love the service and the food here! Always a great meal at a fabulous price!

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Megan T.

thanks for the review! please come see us again soon :-)

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Juan C R.

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Great food and awesome customer service!! Cant go wrong with the Arnies smothered burrito!! Awesome Breakfast read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for your review!

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Terrific breakfast spot. Very cool atmosphere, and great food. BYO Omelette was killer. Why choose between red and green sauce when you can have both!! read more

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Megan T.

Thanks! A third popular option is to substitute queso for the chile…

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Leslie W.

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Are you traveling on I-10 and looking for a quick on/off place to grab breakfast or lunch? Go here. Huge parking lot if you have a camper. This place is not open 24 hours, it's not even open for dinner. But for our weekend breakfast it's a perfect spot for some really good food. There's old rock music banging at 8am and a waitress that never lets your coffee cup get below half. Tons of fun stuff to look at and read on the walls. And if you are lucky on the weekend, the parking lot will be filled with classic cars! Their biscuits and gravy is enough for 2 people. Go ahead and spend the extra $1 for the crumbled sausage in the gravy. Their pancakes are an inch thick and as big as your head! It's a diner. It's a diner that should have been the inspiration for one in the Pixar film cars or "American Graffiti". Pop in and eat. You don't need super fancy to be super happy. read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for the kind words Leslie! I'm sorry we're currently closed…

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Michael M.

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The food is still great, I just wanted to update the review I left. Few years ago. The booths and counter both have new seating and look great. Service is still good too, and they don't even make you feel bad when your attempt at the Mexican food names is indiscernible. Make sure you request your chips and salsa. The first serving is free, and super tasty (spicy too). read more

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Megan T.

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Stuart S.

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This place is fantastic. It has a real old-school vibe, including super friendly waitresses who actually care about taking good care of you. I had the chicken fried steak breakfast and it was delicious. I think I have just found my new go to breakfast place. read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for your review! we can't wait to see you again

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Good local spot for breakfast. Fantastic friendly service, the salsa, beans, and sausage were wonderful, The eggs were eggs, the tortillas were tasty. The ONLY thing that needs improvement is the coffee- but don't let that deter you the food and the crazy decor make up for it. read more

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Megan T.

Thanks so much for the review! we truly appreciate the feedback and…

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Christine W.

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After reading the reviews I thought this might be a great out of the way spot. Well the cokes, chips and rice were good but the rest was not good. In fact we said we probably shouldn't ate it since I have no idea what the meat was in my taco, it had a pale grey look about it. My husband got the combo plate and he is not picky but left more than half on his plate. Service was ok she was nice. I would highly suggest not stopping it is truly the pits!!! read more

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Megan T.

not sure what to say to this, sounds like the tacos were the ground…

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David P.

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This cafe is what a greasy spoon should be, strong coffee, hearty breakfasts, and eclectic interior. If you want to experience what roadside dining used to be, look no further. The patty melt is on point, as are the breakfasts. Be sure to try their green chile sauce. read more

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Doug S.

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Excellent breakfast stop. I got a huge burrito filled with well-trimmed steak, eggs and veggies. It was smothered in green chili sauce and tasted amazing! Seriously- go eat here! Super cool ambience, kick-back people and outstanding food. It's awesome- thank me later read more

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Megan T.

Thanks for the kind words! I'm glad you loved the burrito :-) we hope…

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The food was good, if you kept your eyes closed. The place is quite dirty & run-down. I guess in that part of town, it's to be expected...

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361 S Motel Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88007
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(575) 527-1993
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Hours

What time does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe open?

The Pit Stop 292 Cafe opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe close?

The Pit Stop 292 Cafe closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Payment methods

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe take Bitcoin?

No, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe does not take Bitcoin.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have catering options?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe does have catering options.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have a drive thru?

No, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have a happy hour?

No, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe does not have a happy hour.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe serve alcohol?

No, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe allow dogs?

No, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe does not allow dogs.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have TVs?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe has bike parking.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have parking?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Pit Stop 292 Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Pit Stop 292 Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, The Pit Stop 292 Cafe has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Family owned. Great food at a great price with great service. Right off the highway with truck parking. Come in for a unique experience back down history lane with memorabilia and hot chile. Dine in or carry out.

History

Established in 2015.

Under new management as of 2015. Great food at a great price!

Meet the Business Owner: Gary T.

With 34 years of cooking experience, Gary decided to take over The Pit Stop in 2015 and make it his own, adding the 292. He's inspired by his customers, friends and family, improving his recipes and making people leave with a full belly and smiles on their faces.

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The best in town. The servers are always fast and attentive. The queso and salsas are the best you…read morewill get in town for sure. I love taking our pups here and sitting on the outdoor patio!

Great service! Our waitress was super sweet…read more Our food was quick! We didn't wait more than 10 minutes for the food. I ordered a pineapple margarita and it was "mid" at best. The food was okay. I ordered the green chicken enchiladas and they were super spicy for me. We also got a burger and a fish taco plate. Overall, it was a nice place.

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Bosque Brewing - Las Cruces Public House

We were on a 3 day road trip and rolled into Las Cruces after 9pm, tired and hungry. Finding this…read moreplace open, and with a solid looking menu, was a welcome boost. I placed an online order maybe 15 minutes out, and immediately after I walked in the door, the friendly folks standing at the end of the bar let me know it was ready. It's not often you find poutine that's not smothered in beef gravy - and I don't eat beef. Their chicken poutine with green chile sauce was yummy. They carefully packed the chicken nachos with the topping separate, so they wouldn't be soggy when we got to our hotel. The food was filling, flavorful, and fast. They also had some cool merch. It was so nice to have such friendly folks greet me. If passing through again, we'd stop for a beer and a meal.

Great food! Service too... the beer excellent! lots to choose from... My favorite in NM... to go 6…read morepacks as well ... a busy local hangout.

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Double Eagle Restaurant

Family treated us to dinner in the Carlotta room of the Double Eagle. Service was fantastic, and it…read morewas neat to learn the history of the building and of the room in particular. I ordered the blackened Mahi Mahi with spinach and mashed potatoes. The seasoning was a bit heavy on salt for me, but the fish was cooked perfectly. My partner ordered and enjoyed the pork chop with mashed potatoes. We finished off the evening with a tasty creme brûlée. We would be happy to go again when back in town.

I'm glad Double Eagle was on Open Table so I could get points for reservations…read more The restaurant is way bigger than I expected. It has many styles, court yard, fancy dining area, bar area. All food was so delicious with many options. The buttery mashed potato and medium rare, tender steak was mesmerizing. My favorite is the chicken marsala, it was addicting. The sweet sauce tasted so good with the al dente pasta. The elk sausage was a nice addition which was my husband's favorite. I definitely recommend this place.

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Salud! de Mesilla

An amazing place to relax and enjoy time with family and friends. I planned a Dinner Club for 10…read morecouples. We had a total of 22 people. The manager was able to accommodate a last minute change/request. The service was amazing. Well poured drinks, great wine menu and a good selection of beers. All of our food was great and hot, after serving this large table. They put us in a private room so we could be by ourself as a group. The portions are large.

I really want to like this place. The food was good but our service was horrific. We had to remind…read moreour server about a drink order, some of our food wasn't brought out, and had to ask for our check multiple times. And she kept disappearing and never coming back. Overall a good meal ruined by poor service.

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OMPC The Shed

Exceptional food and service, as usual. IMAO, the Shed has the best huevos rancheros and red chile…read morein Las Cruces.

Probably the best breakfast place in Las Cruces. Great bread and large menu encompassing breakfast…read moreand lunch options. Can get busy but service is fast and good.

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La Nueva Casita Cafe

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!

I used to think Chopes was the best Newmex Mexican food available on the planet. I've changed my…read moremind sometime now. I thought it was La Casita. I'm convinced you must eat the rellenos here. This is now Ground Zero for red sauce, Christmas style, enchiladas. Get here as soon as you can. By the way, it's in an historic part of town on mesquite Street this is the real deal.

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Andele's Dog House

The best in town. The servers are always fast and attentive. The queso and salsas are the best you…read morewill get in town for sure. I love taking our pups here and sitting on the outdoor patio!

Great service! Our waitress was super sweet…read more Our food was quick! We didn't wait more than 10 minutes for the food. I ordered a pineapple margarita and it was "mid" at best. The food was okay. I ordered the green chicken enchiladas and they were super spicy for me. We also got a burger and a fish taco plate. Overall, it was a nice place.

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Tacos & Shell-ah’s

Great tacos we take all our out of town guests here. Nice vibe good service…read moreI like the fish tacos and the shrimp tacos. My husband likes levanta muertos soup

Food: 4 out 5. Lots of filling in the seafood tacos. Seafood was not overcooked. My only gripe, the…read morecrema chiplote tasted bad. I let them know. Service: 3.5 out 5. Friendly but a little inattentive. Our appetizer came out after our entrees had arrived. Ambiance: 4 out of 5. We sat outside on the patio. Enjoyable.

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D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO

My family and I love this restaurant!! It's the best restaurant in Las Cruces. The food is always…read moredelicious as well as the wines. The atmosphere is very relaxing and enjoyable, the service is always spot on. The staff is friendly, helpful and welcoming. I 100% recommend Les Combes!!!

We had an amazing time. Our service was fantastic with Licho (or Lisho). The food was sooooo good!…read moreIt was me (parent), my 18 year old, and my 11 year old. We ALL loved our food! 11 year old got fish n chips. My 18 year old and I got the something we can't pronounce, but it was like beef stew. It was SOOOO GOOD! If you sit outside or on the enclosed patio, you're gonna have great views. Again, our server was the best, kindest, and made us feel welcome. All three of us felt so welcomed. It's not easy to meet all these age groups expectations. You literally just have to be a great person who has a good positive attitude. Thank YOU all for a great experience.

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Taqueria El Jalisciense

4.5

(21 reviews)

4.2 mi

The food was really tasty, so much so that we went back for lunch within the same week! Staff were…read morefriendly. Seating was plentiful, and parking was easy. Clean restrooms.

Today I revisited Taqueria El Jalisciense to see if anything changed. The first thing I noticed was…read morethe different arrangement of the seating. The restaurant remains an open, bright, and clean place for a casual meal. The woman working the front of the house was most pleasant. The food was prepared by a gentleman working the grill and it was brought out to my table within ten or twelve minutes. A basket of chips and three little cups of salsa with a cup of chunked pineapple arrived earlier. The salsas were good with a bit of heat. The pineapple was a nice touch to add to the meal. Today I ordered the quesabirria with consomme and a torta containing carne adovada with a side of fries. The birria meat and the consomme were subpar. They were not as good as that which I had previously experienced. The birria meat and consomme were the most tasteless I have ever experienced...well below average. The torta bun was toasted nicely on the grill and had a good flavor. The adobada was finely chopped and ok in the flavor department. Nothing too special, but ok. The problem with the torta was that it contained no guacamole. You just can't have a first class torta without guacamole! Overall, the torta was ok. The fries were long cut and not bad. They had little seasoning but they were ok. At the end of the day all the food was not bad but the birria and consomme need a lot of work. I will not order it again.

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Cattle Baron

Today I celebrated my 76th birthday at Cattle Baron with a small group of friends. We planned to…read morearrive at 11:30 am and I stopped by the day before and asked if we needed to make reservations. We were told yes, because they are quite busy. I made reservations for six. The table was ready when we arrived and the service was excellent. All but one of us had steaks and most of us had desserts as well. The ambiance was positive and very supportive of our various quirks, so we were able to feel welcome and had a good time. The salad bar was first rate and had ample choices so we could avoid foods that were at risk for the current outbreak of food poisoning on fresh greens. It was a lovely lunch.

This is a great steakhouse. My filet was perfectly cooked and seasoned well. The baked potato was…read moregreat and the fixings for the potato were generous. I also ordered their cheese sticks for an appetizer and I'm not sure if they're made in house but they were some of the best I've eaten. Like many places complimentary bread was served, but personally I didn't care for it. The bread wasn't warm and was really soft so it was impossible to cut without completely smashing it. The service was excellent and I really enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant too. I would definitely eat here again.

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The Grilled Cheese Shop

3.6

(12 reviews)

2.3 mi

Did a pick up order with a potato salad, grilled cheese and BLT. The bread is amazing!!!!! Great…read moresandwiches but I will say the plain grilled cheese is a bit pricey. I didn't love the potato salad. Just more on the mustard side than I prefer. Will definitely try some other items.

Today, we went to The Grilled Cheese Shop for lunch. My wife had the Mushroom Swiss cheese…read moresandwich on Everything Bagel bread and I had the Artisan Grilled Cheese sandwich on sourdough bread. Both sandwiches were made using breads made by the Proofed Bread Co. We both had the combo meals which included chips and a Diet Coke. Both of our sandwiches were very good and the quality of the bread was great. The place is very small with only 4 tables for customers. Service was friendly and efficient.

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Eric T.

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5 years ago

wife and had the chile plate and omg was it good. will be back next time we are in town

Grace O.

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4 years ago

Very good breakfast. Owner is very personable and friendly. Will definitely be back

Phil S.

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11 years ago

Very good food. Prices are great too.

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