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    Thyme Matters

    3.8 (124 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THYME MATTERS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Panini
    Diane M.

    New owners! Thyme Matters had a complete upgrade! Wowsers! Really beautifully renovated. Same delicious food and guacamole freshly made to our liking. I would say the only loss is the drink menu; it definitely leaves much to be desired. Had the purple rain and it was okay. Would have loved a thymtini from previous drink menu. Otherwise, everything was wonderful!

    Jenny L.

    A Fancy Westside Spot with Hits and Misses Thyme Restaurant, formerly Thyme Matters, has been reimagined by "a couple of couples" into a fine casual dining space on El Paso's Upper Westside. Their vision emphasizes good food, wine, and conversation in an upscale neighborhood setting. From the outside, the restaurant looks simple, but once inside, it leans more towards fine dining. I picked this spot last minute for a birthday lunch with friends, and we weren't exactly dressed for the occasion in our casual workout clothes. Upon arrival, I was surprised that they asked for a reservation despite the place being mostly empty, but they were able to seat me for three. As I waited, I noticed the clientele was mostly well-to-do older ladies and business professionals--a bit of a social schmoozing spot rather than a cozy neighborhood eatery. The atmosphere felt polished but slightly forced, and with only one waitress handling the entire first floor (while also setting tables with tablecloths), service was understandably slow. Food Breakdown (Best to Worst) Saku Tuna Ceviche ($19) - This was a standout! Fresh, flavorful, and elevated by the chipotle mole-style paste. I'd come back just for this. Hamachi Tiradito ($22) - Large, fresh slices of fish in a delicious ponzu sauce. Another winner. Baked Brie ($16) - Creamy and well-balanced with spiced pear chutney. Great for sharing, but I could've used more baguette slices. Mussels ($18) - Overcooked and overwhelmingly salty. They also forgot the bread, so we struggled to eat it on its own. Ribeye Sandwich ($18) - This was a disaster. The bread was rock-hard, and the meat was chewy, stringy, and dry. I wanted to send it back, but the waitress was already stretched thin. A friend later confirmed their ribeye sandwich experience was just as bad. My friend enjoyed her salad, mostly because of the dressing, but overall, the meal took a long time to arrive, making it clear that this is a leisurely lunch spot rather than a quick bite destination. Final Thoughts Come for the appetizers - They're about the same price as the entrées, but far superior in quality. Service is stretched thin - The staff works hard, but the restaurant seems understaffed for its level of formality. The ambiance is hit or miss - If you enjoy a country club-esque lunch vibe with business conversations around you, you'll fit right in. Not ideal for a casual meal or date night - It's more of a "ladies who lunch" or business meet-up spot. While I'm grateful for my friends taking me out, I don't see myself making this a regular go-to. The concept and execution don't fully match the "neighborhood gem" description they aim for. Thyme Restaurant 5857 N Mesa St #24, El Paso, TX 79912

    Duck

    So haven't been home in a while and wanted to try something new and different being back. My girl came across this restaurant and we both couldn't be happy. From the start the place is not new but more of a hidden gem. Upon entering the room is so stunning and elegant. The starts were both tasty and one point, the tomato bisque soap was perfect and both our main entrees were simply perfect. The real start were the staff, Daniel our server was a rockstar. He never kept us waiting for anything but also understood that we were in no rush and allowed us to take our time making us feel welcomed. I'm live in Vegas now and am an Advanced Sommelier and honestly I spent 30mins loving and admiring the wine list. Such a perfect blend of mainstream and contemporary down to local wine options. This will be the place for wine lovers in El Paso! I can go on but if you haven't checked this place out it's an absolute must try!

    Salmon
    Amanda B.

    I was very impressed with this place. The corn soup and guacamole were incredible. I had a salmon, and it was cooked perfectly. Our server and hostess were very nice. Great experience overall!

    T R.

    Great service, creative cocktails, & good food! I took my Foodies of El Paso meetup group, and they were very nice to accommodate us and our separate checks. I know that can be a headache, so I always appreciate when a restaurant is willing to do it. There was a bit of a miscommunication with our reservation, but they remedied it quickly so we were all very comfortable. Menu had lots of choices so everyone was able to find something they liked!

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    Restaurant under new management. Horrible service, there are better places with better food. Don't waste your money and time.

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    Great food, great service! Highly recommend the butternut squash soup. Perfect for cold nights!

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    Great food, good service, and nice ambience. Recommend to have a cocktail before ordering the chicken Parmesan.

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