You roll into Roswell expecting aliens... and end up at Black Cock Brewery no UFOs, no little green…read moremen, just cold beer and real people. Funny how that works. This place doesn't try to sell you the myth. It pours you a pint instead. Roswell's first brewery, and it wears that badge like a scar earned the hard way. Inside, it's all low hum and easy conversation locals leaning in, swapping stories You roll into Roswell expecting aliens... and end up at Black Cock Brewery no UFOs, no little green men, just cold beer and real people. Funny how that works. This place doesn't try to sell you the myth. It pours you a pint instead. Roswell's first brewery, and it wears that badge like a scar earned the hard way. Inside, it's all low hum and easy conversation locals leaning in, swapping stories, no gimmicks, no neon nonsense. Just that unspoken understanding: if you know, you know. Food's solid. Service doesn't miss. And the crowd? That's the main course. This is where you stop being a tourist and start blending in at least long enough to forget why you came chasing aliens in the first place. Because here's the truth Roswell's not really about what fell from the sky. It's about what stuck around. And this spot? This is where you drink with it., no gimmicks, no neon nonsense. Just that unspoken understanding: if you know, you know. Food's solid. Service doesn't miss. And the crowd? That's the main course. This is where you stop being a tourist and start blending in at least long enough to forget why you came chasing aliens in the first place. Because here's the truth Roswell's not really about what fell from the sky. It's about what stuck around. And this spot? This is where you drink with it.

Someone told me about the place and o thought they were kidding. They weren't, I went in after work…read moreand had a beer. The service was great and the prices are very good. They have a food truck right outside but it was closed when I went . So I can't comment on that. They also appear to have live entertainment and they have a nice courtyard area. Definitely stop in for a beer

Very cool concert venue! Roswell is a few hours away from where we live, but we used the…read moreDescendents show as an excuse for my daughter and I to take a mini vacation. Good sized building for indie artists. The staff were all really nice. Didn't try any of the drinks or food on this visit. Would be open to it next time.

Fabulous service and a great staff. They offered fun drink specials to suit the Pink Floyd music…read morebeing played!

We stopped in while Roswell and the food did not disappoint!! The restaurant itself is a bit off…read morethe beaten path, but that adds to the ambiance. The service was quick and friendly. Must try the coconut tea, Mac n cheese, brisket and sandwiches!!! Such a gem - glad we stopped in!!

The most tender ribs I've ever had in my entire life. I don't understand why I have to make this…read morereview 85 characters. I don't appreciate that.

I have mixed reviews regarding this establishment. Firstly, the server lacked in-depth knowledge…read moreabout wine, though they were familiar with the labels, which added an element of amusement. Secondly, the wine tasting options were limited solely to the bottles that were open, priced at 3 for $15, which was reasonable. However, for guests unfamiliar with the region, the presence of local vineyards may come as a surprise. I am aware that high desert areas can yield exceptional grapes, yet the experience did not adequately convey the origins, distinctions, or cultivation methods of the vineyard's grapes. As a winery, it is crucial to educate staff about the grape varieties offered and ensure they can address customer inquiries effectively. One staff member appeared annoyed by questions, while another was unable to provide answers but maintained a pleasant demeanor. Would I visit again to try the food? Sure, Being a chef it'll be interesting if they use the right pairing of the wines to enhance the food they serve. Menu looks amazing. But only can review the bar experience so far. **Reflections of a Traveling Chef: Expectations and Perceptions** In the world of culinary arts, especially when you're constantly on the move like a travel chef, managing expectations becomes a balancing act of its own. Our first interactions with new places and people often paint vivid pictures in our minds, for better or worse. I find myself guilty of overanalyzing initial encounters and reacting more strongly than perhaps warranted. This tendency was clear when I first dined at a restaurant where a server's attitude struck me as indifferent. At that moment, my expectations shifted into a montage of assumptions, casting a shadow over my experience. Yet, I realized later that perhaps, in my haste to judge, I had missed understanding the nuances that come with new environments and personalities--a lesson in perception that time and experience continue to teach. Returning to the same restaurant, I approached with a renewed perspective and sought to experience it anew, sans the baggage of past misjudgments. This time, the culinary offerings of beef Wellington bites and a green chili cream cheese appetizer opened my eyes to the finesse and creativity the establishment could offer. What stood out, however, was not just the food but the human element--Josh, who transformed an initially unpleasant experience into something unexpectedly delightful. Josh's efforts reminded me of the power a single individual holds in reshaping perceptions and the pivotal role attitude plays in hospitality. As I reflect, the lesson becomes clear: while our expectations can skew reality, our ability to embrace change and give second chances can lead to unexpectedly rewarding experiences.

My daughter and I had a pleasant outdoor dining experience for lunch at Pecos Flavors Winery +…read moreBistro back on April 8, 2026. If you do not like honeybees, do not sit outside. They don't bother me at all, but we also had to shoo away them and especially flies which are sure annoying. I opted for a whole #9 turkey with black olives ($13). I am glad I did get chips, salad, or soup. It would have been too much for me. The avocado on my sandwich was a bit of a turnoff, having browned quite a bit. However, it was tasty. My oldest got a whole #12 BLT ($14). That thing had a ton of bacon strips which she didn't share. Lol. She at all of it. She had a cup of tomato basil soup which I thought was okay. Not my favorite. The lemon berry mascarpone cake ($7) was very delicious even though the cake part fell apart easily. Our waitress was friendly, but just a bit weird at times - like not handing me the receipt when I reached for it. She instead placed it further out in front of me. She just was in La La Land I guess. I would back for a lazy brunch with mimosas.

If you're in Roswell stop by and check out all the things that have collected and have on display…read morefor everyone to enjoy. You can take pictures and chat with them about the history. Don't miss out on this! Friendly owner and his staff is very nice and helpful with anything you need. I highly recommend Quality Liquor Store. You can't go wrong with these exceptional people! They are always in a great mood and they go out of their way to make sure you get what your are looking for. Patrick S.

Great small town liquor store. The owner was very friendly and helped me find what I was looking…read morefor. The retro neon building lighting is what drew me in from the street. After my purchase I asked about the very large spur collection running the length of the store. The story was very interesting and added the uniqueness of the shop.

Staff was friendly and accommodating. Decor was spot on for what I was hoping. Food was quite nice…read moreas well

The food was okay. The green chili wontons were the best item we had to eat. But the rest of the…read moremeal was not something I would order again. If you want to have happy hour you must sit in the bar area. They will not honor happy hour prices at the main restaurant tables.

When we asked around for good places to get a drink at Pepper's frequently came up on the list…read more Staff was amazing and helped seat us somewhere we could be a little more loud and the location next to the bar was perfect. The interior is surprisingly large with a spacious dining room to the right, more seating near the bar, and even an outdoor space that had live music when we went. Spicy Beef Nachos Appetizer: Chips topped with queso, green onions, jalapeños, black olives, tomatoes, guacamole, and sour cream. My friend got this and I had a couple bites. Chips were not soggy and it was large enough to cover as his dinner. Green Chile Burger: Topped with monterey jack cheese and roasted chopped Chaves County-grown hot green chile. Served on a jalapeño bun with a side of our hot green chile sauce. Their signature burger and it tasted good. I don't need too much food but the amount of fries I got was too little even for me. Got two Johnny Walker Blacks with a splash of coke and they came well mixed and quickly. We did end up getting rained in and hilariously went back for a second dinner to wait out the rain. Black corn taquitos were OK, I would not get the fried shrimp basked again, the shrimp was too small and there was too much breading.

My band (Shine on Floyd!) is in town on tour and stopped in for dinner and drinks. TBH the food was…read moredecent, but unexceptional... i bumped this up to five stars for the amazing service! The hostess (whose name I forget) went out of her way to take special care of our huge group of 10 people who dropped in on her on a busy night. Our server Heather was a total rock star! She had never heard of Pink Floyd (heresy!) but treated us like royalty. All in all I would have to believe that Peppers treats every single customer like this - and highly recommend a stop.

Cold Grill…read more Restaurant and bar located inside the Holiday Inn Roswell that serves up decidedly American fare with a nice bar menu to accompany it. We only ate here because we were exhausted after a long day of traveling, and the convenience factor of it being inside our hotel trumped the less than superlative Yelp reviews. The Good: *Surprisingly, the food overall was very not bad (read edible). The fries were decent, and my Tuscan chicken sammich was not the worst thing I've had in my life *Local beers on-tap The Meh: * The actual menu changed quite a bit from the photos we found online. *Only open for breakfast and dinner. *Margarita was good but weak *Overall, our server was fine, but she did have a snarky reply to what time they officially opened as she was contradicting the sign they had in place. *Prices were a bit high for the area, but considering this place is here for convenience factor, then it makes sense. The Ugly: *Pub chips were a bit overcooked (i.e., burnt) TLDR: Maybe the low reviews gave us low expectations, but it wasn't terrible. If you're staying at the Holiday Inn, and you have the energy to go elsewhere, then by all means, do it. But, if you're exhausted and just want edible food, then this ain't a terrible option.

Ate here since we were staying at the hotel and too tired to leave again. I was hesitant due to…read morethe fair reviews on both Yelp! And TA. But the deal I made with my husband was if it was not edible, we would order pizza! Service was just ok. Kinda slow, even though not busy. But the food was fantastic, drinks too! We split the buffalo wing appetizer ($8.75) and the sliders appetizer ($8.75). The drinks we had were a Mexican mule and a lemon drop martini. Buffalo wings came with 6 (kinda high price IMO), and pub chips. Wings were a good size, had been baked, the flash fried. Good and tasty! Pub chips good to too. Came with ranch, celery and carrot sticks. Beef sliders had 3 to an order. Had cheddar cheese and bacon on them. Also came with pub chips. They didn't look great and first, but had a great taste to them! Drinks were nice. The only happy hour they had was Bud light and Coors light for $3. From 5-7pm. No apps on happy hour prices. You do have to ask for the 10% discount for staying there (show them room key). Only reason to take a star away was service.

The last standing private bar in Roswell. There is a lot of history here but when I asked locals…read moreabout coming here some people commented that it was sketchy. I had a burning desire to experience Variety and when the National Air Race got too hot I used it as an opportunity to come here during the afternoon to see what it was like. Sarah was amazing and even offered me some of the food they had set up under the TV. Not sure if this is a normal thing but it looked like a lot of potluck style home made and pre-made food they had out. I tried the squash soup she made since the whole trip I was trying to find something Native American and it was great. The drinks were cheap and there aren't so many people so you will get our order quickly. This is the very definition of a dive bar and I'm sure everyone here was a local except for me. I am very outgoing and can get along with a lot of people so I felt comfortable but this isn't somewhere I would bring my kids and wife. For better or worse this was one of my most memorable stops in Roswell.

Great bar for fun and hanging out! The drinks are strong, pool tables are well maintained, and a…read moreperfect place to hang out and be friendly with regulars/bartenders. I took a 2,000 mile trip just to visit this bar, and it was exactly what I was looking for. This bar allows smoking tobacco/vapes

Oh me oh my! Brunch at Pecos was awesome! We had the green…read morechili w bacon quiche and selected a side of chicken salad. We also had Original eggs Benedict. I had tropical tea and Melodie had a mimosa, but w cranberry juice as suggested by our great server. Anyway, both dishes were delicious. Quiche was awesome with a flaky crust, as I like it. The Original Eggs Benedict was to die for. We substituted the Canadian bacon with good old fashion "real" bacon. (sorry Canadians) Not only did the bacon add some deliciousness to it, but it added a texture that allowed you to feel it as you are eating it. Chicken salad was also tasty w purple onions and celery. Although, I did box most if it up. Since I was getting full, I decided to enjoy the flavored later when I'm hungry. Ray, thanks for the great service. We'll definitely be back. Pecos is our favorite so far, in Roswell. .

We enjoyed our visit here very much. The food was great. Excellent service. Sophisticated ambiance.read more