Saturday evening, dark, dingy, with an ancient whiff of cigarette smoke, not overwhelming, but enough to let you know you'd better order whiskey or beer. I ordered my regular, well whiskey and a Coors. My order appeared instantly. Yup, my kinda place. No music inside and few TV's. Too early to step out on the dance floor, which is the main attraction, I guess. When it's packed with two-stepping action, I'd guess this is The Place. My guess is wrong. Go Outside! Live Music! Axe throwing! That's where you Win! read more

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Had the absolute best time! Tammy took care of us. Live music and cold beer! Fun for all.

I was happy when we walked in, it appeared to be a very chill spot. Pros live music Nice dance floor Dive feel Everyone seemed happy! Cons Rude waitstaff and manager/owner - this is a huge problem! Limit on the amount of drinks you can have (my friend was ordering drinks for other people and apparently they all "counted against him". ). He was told to "slow the hell down". Could've sat there and danced and drank all night. We walked to the bar, so no worries about drinking and driving, but alas, cut off at 2 beers each. We are older so there was not a ruckus being caused, just wanted a low key night of drinks and dancing. The place was dead for a reason. As we were leaving, a few people were trying to get in and apparently they had been 86'd on a different night. We chatted with them on our way to a much better spot and learned the bar is infamous for banning people. Unfortunately, it's not a spot we will visit again. read more

Wonderful place. Great country bands, dancing, karaoke. And you can throw axes too! The staff does a great job. We've made it a regular stop. The karaoke guy is a real pro, better than many. The singers are all good too, not like the squished toads you often hear at karaoke shows. Karaoke is on Tuesdays. The bands are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, l think. The dance floor is good sized so you're not running into each over. Plenty of seating. You can have food delivered or bring your own. It's the best place in town. read more

Hard working staff!! My kids did the axe throwing. The owner on-site made sure everything was good. Had a great time. read more

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This is one of our favorite spots in midtown to listen to live music during the day. Wonderful bartenders and staff. Check them out. read more

Just my kind of place. I love the dives. Dim enough that you can't tell if it's clean, the air smells like a party with a hangover. Properly used duck tape on the stools and the drinks are cheap. The bar tender was friendly and talkative but not in the annoying way. I could spend my day here. read more

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This place is terrible...they 86 more local people than any bar I have ever seen in my life...they are rude and the night time bartenders are the worst...can't believe me or my friends that are responsible business people that they have 86 from there ..I would never recommend this place and will never go back there ever again! Don't waste your money! read more

One of the best places in the entire United States. Amazing live music. Bartenders are QUICK. Amazing ambiance of old time americana honky tonk. I'd move in if they let me. I'm not sure if they allow dogs but if they did go ahead and add five more stars. read more

Look at their website! What kind of bar opens at 11am and closes at 6pm during the week? At least extend the hours and book live music four nights a week. Or just sell the bar and buy a souvenir shop! You've ruined the decades long reputation of the WPS read more

Wait staff is shady. Said we walked our tab and we had proof we had paid. Won't be going back there again. Beware if you go there. Called owners to let them know they said they would call me back and never did. Very disappointed we go to Ruidoso every year and have had nothing but a great experience. Lesson learned. Only gave 1 star because it made me I give this establishment a zero! read more

Thai place is cool, the outdoor patio is nice and we loved the axe throwing lanes! A bit pricy to throw the axes but worth it! read more

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We stopped in while strolling around Friday evening the drinks were reasonably priced and the band was great! read more

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Honestly.... This place seemed like something out of a really crazy country movie! If you love dancing, if you love country music this place is for you. It's something you have to experience for yourself and it makes it even more legit when a local invites you and makes it seem like it's a super secret, low-key place! I'm giving it three stars only because it's just a bar and it's only really practical if you go at night but if I could give stars for experience and ambiance it would be a five no doubt read more

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Great little dive with a dance floor big enough to two step and enjoyed the live band. We had a great time while visiting Riudoso!

This bar lost not only 2 customers, but also friends. We have been barred because my husband "wouldn't move out of the way" the last time we were there. However, nothing was said and security never came to ask him to move. But the bar owners said their daughter said she asked him to move and he didn't. Seems a little suspect since the manager doesn't like him to begin with. That's fine, the locals keep revenue coming during the slow season and we'll spend our money some place we're appreciated. read more

I grew up in this town, and this has always been THE de facto cowboy bar in town. It's been around since the town's early days, and is a reliable source of all things old school country bar. What to know: the crowd is country (see above). That means boots and cowboy hats. There is dancing and live music. The bands are ever-changing, but they're always something a little country. Although WPS has tried to keep up the facilities in it's 25+ years of life, the bathrooms and the main space show their age. I think it's charming, but this is not some modern, shiny, hip, spot. It's an old school country bar. There used to be a drive through package liquor store on premises. I think you can still walk up and get something to go. In the summer the owner rented a little bus that parked outside for people to smoke in. read more

Easily the best bar in town. Everyone in here wears a cowboy hat and cowboy boots. There's live music every night (I think) and a nice dance area if you're drunk enough or just love to dance to pretty decent country western music. Yeah, I said it. It's super, super, super cheap and if you're good to the bartender he will definitely take care of you. Also, tell Ronnie Kuhns (sp?) and Brett that Jenna says hello. P.S. No flashlights ! :] read more

Love this place, its definitely where the locals hang out. Great live music. The daytime bartender Virgil is a crusty old school dude. You definitely have to be careful where you sit at the bar because you dont want to be caught sitting one of the regulars bar stool or you might get your butt kicked!!! You might want to wear a cowboy hat to fit in!! read more

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Such a sweet spot, was just in town for one night, heard they had live music and it was so much fun, everyone's friendly, drinks are affordable, dancing and cowboy boots, what's not to love. I can't wait to return in the future. Thank you! read more

Meh. Dive. Owner is cranky as hell. Normally those things would make me happy, but here it is depressing. The day after the owner throws in the towel, this place will be closed and open as yet another potpourri/chili pepper/tshirt shop. read more

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VERY local-type bar with a local crowd. Bartender was a bit edgy and unfriendly to us (we were obvious outsiders). When asked what they had on tap, the curt response was "margaritas!" Kind of threw us off because we had never heard of margaritas on tap. Fireman's 4 yes. But margaritas? The atmosphere is great, low-brow, honky tonk. Music was good and the dancing was entertaining. Especially the cowgirls boot-scootin' with a pinch under their gum. It's worth a drop in next time you pass through town. read more

Need wine in Ruidoso and found it here, chilled, screw top, nice staff, recommended you stop in and check them out. read more

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Win Place Show is a great bar in a small mountain town. If you want great drinks, music 364 nights a year, very nice dance floor, and a hometown vibe, then visit Win Place Show. read more

Good company, meet people from our areas and hit it off instantly! Service was good, band was good. Going back this weekend!

This place was like Cheers meets the wild west. If you don't know anything about New Mexico liquor laws, they are SO WEIRD. This is one of the few places in town that is allowed to serve liquor (read: hard booze) so it's kind of a staple if you want a cocktail. In addition, they have two other nifty "attractions." There is a package store next door so if you need liquor to take home, it's not far! Also, there's the smoking bus. New Mexico also has SUPER WEIRD laws and ordinances regarding smoking. So, Win, Place, and Show has fought back and parked the smoking bus out front. Such a clever solution for their patrons and other passersby. This place was definitely nothing super special, but the drinks were affordable and the service was really good, especially considering there was only one bartender. read more

We had so much fun! Danced all night! The live music was awesome! Drinks were fairly priced. They won't let you order from 2 different bars which I get they're trying to cut down on over serving but the back bar should mirror the front bar if that's the case. Our bartender was a blast! I wish I had gotten her name, she was working the back bar. I can't wait to come back to Ruidoso on a weekend and come dancing again! read more

Would get 5 stars if they were consistent with their service. We like the place, but sometimes the service isn't that good. Wish I could give it 5 stars. Do love The juke box. read more

If you love the country bars of the 80's and 90's like I do, this is the place to go! Live music. Dancing. Smallish dance floor. Good music. Friendly people. read more

Bartender asked our group for ID. My 53-year old wife didn't have hers. In New Mexico they can't serve you if they ask for an ID and you can't produce one. So wife couldn't be served. So we left. Stupid law, stupid bartender. No reason to ever go back. read more

This is a Ruidoso staple for sure! Perfectly divey are dark! The staff is super down to earth and friendly. We werent there at night on this particular trip, but the nighlife in the past has been really fun. They usually have a band, and they have a nice sized dance floor. There is also a door that takes you to the liquor store next door! I love this place;) read more

Usually stop by this place when in town however this time the bartender was rude. She acted like she was doing us a favor by serving us. We left after one beer because she never asked us again if we wanted another. If this town had more options for bars we probably wouldn't go back. read more

Wow what a surprise for this place. very friendly! band is excellent. Service is outstanding. If you like to country dance and meet new people go here while in Riodoso! Easily my favorite place while visiting Riodoso. read more

My family owns a cabin in Ruidoso and we never come to town with out stopping here! This is definitely the place to be if you like live country music, cowboys, and a smoke free establishment! I absolutely love this place! The music, the dancing, the drinks, it's all on point! If you're not a fan of country music or cowboys, this may not be the spot for you. There's no cover charge, ( I HATE cover charges!) but you MUST have an ID! The bouncer at the door will NOT let you in, without one. read more

Nothing but Country here...LOVE IT! This is my Dad's favorite bar in Ruidoso and he is an old school Cowboy so I knew it would be good. Band was amazing and the staff was friendly and accommodating to our large group. Would have given 5 starts but there were a few really drunk patrons who were allowed to keep drinking and started trouble...other than that I cannot wait to come back! read more

Great music. Attentive staff and good prices. First time to Ruidoso. This seems to be the place for dancing!!

Friendly and old school. Virgil and Thomas showed us a good time. I didn't catch it, but there's music 364 here. County.

Love it here staff fun bands great dancing fun floor is ok but could use work . Always great to see every one having a blast.

Had a great time at this bar. The bar tender, Wayne, was very friendly and accommodating. The prices were reasonable. Would definitely visit again. read more

First of all, no New Mexican bar allows smoking except Indian casinos; state law; yea. Friendly, down- home folks; Texas honky-tonk atmosphere. Prices are fair and owner says band every night. Loud, but that's what you came for. read more