Ardovino’s Desert Crossing Restaurant and Banquet Facilities
One Ardovino Dr., Sunland Park, NM 88063
(575) 589-0653
Set at the foot of Mt. Cristo Rey, Ardovino’s Desert Crossing offers fine dining as well as the Mecca Lounge — a destination for an interesting mix of hipsters to cowboys since the 1940s. The natural desert beauty, live music, gourmet food, and extensive wine selection set Ardovino’s Desert Crossing apart from the rest. Choose to dine in our sleek Deco dining room or on the patio under the stars — all with a spectacular view of the El Paso skyline — and only minutes from downtown. Event facilities are available.
Ardovino’s Pizza
• 206 Cincinnati, El Paso, Texas 79902
(915) 532-9483
• 865 N. Resler, El Paso, Texas 79912
(915) 760-6000
• 1879 N. Zaragosa Rd., El Paso, Texas 79936
(Opening Fall 2008)
Established in 1961, Ardovino’s originally opened as a gourmet and Italian food mart and has since expanded to include a pizzeria and delicatessen. What does our 40 years of experience mean to you? Great food. Pizza, sandwiches, wine, gourmet items, and gifts. Ardovino’s Pizza is your headquarters for gift baskets. “It definitely has the best pizza in town,” said Texas Monthly. Recognized as one of the top 100 independent pizzerias in the country by Pizza Today Magazine.
Avila’s
6232 N. Mesa (near Sunland Park Drive), El Paso, Texas 79912
(915) 584-3621
Avila’s is El Paso’s traditional Mexican food for 50 years! Four generations of our family have been setting the standard in El Paso for great Mexican food. Hispanic Magazine has named us one of the top 50 Hispanic restaurants in the U.S. for five years running and El Paso Times readers recently named us “Best Mexican Restaurant” in town. Our menu includes classics such as real chile con queso, enchiladas, fajitas, carnitas and delicious sopaipillas with honey! Beer, wine and frozen wine margaritas. Lunch and Dinner every day. Bring the whole family for a comfortable and authentic meal. Dine in or pick up at the window in the back.
Barrigas
• Carretera Juárez-Porvenir #7814 (across Campestre), Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
(01152656) 618-9407 or 618-3433
• Avenida Trianfo de la Republica #4850 (next to bullfighting ring), Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
(01152656) 611-4840
• Ejercito Nacional #6220, Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
(01152656) 618-8467 or 618-1078
• 664 Sunland Park Dr., El Paso, Texas 79912
(915) 845-1627
• Las Palmas Marketplace, 1317 George Dieter, El Paso, Texas 79936
(915) 633-8841
Would you like to try the “real thing?” At Barriga’s you can enjoy the authentic border tradition of great food with the best of the Southwest and North Mexico. Barriga’s is the place where young upscale adults get together for food, drinks, and fun; it’s a favorite spot with the locals. Enjoy the real fajitas, enchiladas, mole, and the best tacos in town as well as your favorite steak (USDA Choice) including the Arrachera, a tender steak popular in northern Mexico. Barriga’s also serves great fish, shrimp, and chicken. The variety on the menu has something for everybody. Barriga’s offers a casual atmosphere where a romantic Latin trio or a mariachi band can help make the evening even more enjoyable. Open at 8 a.m. for breakfast; patio dining is available.
Bonsai Japanese & Korean Cuisine
255 Shadow Mountain, Suite B, El Paso, Texas 79912
(915) 587-5559, (915) 587-5553
Bonsai has a beautiful décor that was personally designed by our mother. The most popular dish is sushi. We have more traditional Japanese dishes such as zaru soba, udon tempura, sukiyaki (in broth), and of course teriyaki chicken and steak. With so many dishes to choose from, customers will come back for more.
Carnitas Queretaro
• 4001 N. Mesa (UTEP Area), El Paso, Texas 79902
(915) 543-9229
• 6516 N. Mesa, El Paso, Texas 79912
(915) 584-9906
• 9077 Gateway West, El Paso, Texas 79925
(915) 633-9877
• 1451 N. Zaragoza, El Paso, Texas 79936
(915) 921-9080
Indulge in the authentic Mexican taste. Come enjoy the best authentic Mexican food in town. Voted “Top 10 Best Mexican Restaurant” by Texas Monthly. Enjoy delicious Caldo de Res, enchiladas, lamb, and beef barbacoa, pozole, and a variety of plates accompanied by fresh homemade tortillas. Don’t miss the Asado Ballenzano, marvelously tender pork stewed with red chile sauce and the famous carnitas. You can have them by the pound or in a torta, burrito, taco, or sopes. The variety on the menu has something for everybody. Don’t forget to join us for breakfast also. Now with four El Paso locations there is always one near you.
Dome Restaurant
Camino Real Hotel
101 S. El Paso St., El Paso, Texas 79901
(915) 534-3010
The historic Camino Real Hotel, offers truly memorable cuisine, from nouvelle to classic. Tables are beautifully appointed with fresh flowers, fine linen tablecloths, exquisite china, and a basket of homemade breads. Appetizers range from a traditional jumbo shrimp cocktail to a more exotic Portobello and Foie Gras Baklava. Then enjoy a deliciously prepared soup or fresh, crisp salad. Entrées include Atlantic Salmon, Seared Duck Breast with Coconut Glaze, Rack of Lamb with Green Herbs, and traditional steaks. To complement your dining experience, select a bottle of wine from the well-stocked cellar. For the perfect ambiance for a cocktail before dinner or for an evening nightcap, stop into the legendary Dome Bar, featuring a breathtaking Tiffany cut glass dome. Choose from a full selection of wines, beers and spirits and enjoy the timeless beauty of El Paso’s most elegant bar.
G & R Restaurant
• 401 E. Nevada, El Paso, Texas 79902
(915) 546-9343
• 10801 Pebble Hills, El Paso, Texas 79936
(915) 595-1314
G & R Family Restaurant has been proudly serving fine Mexican cuisine since 1960. The reason for the longevity is clearly the food. Start with a zesty appetizer like the Nachos Supreme: Topped with chicken or beef, fried beans, guacamole, sour cream, melted cheese, and sliced jalapeños over homemade corn tortilla chips. The Super Special Plate comes with a cheese chile relleno, one green and one red enchilada, guacamole, fried beans, and Spanish rice. “Best Enchiladas & Chile Rellenos,” said Texas Monthly. Full-service bar.
Hiney’s Sports Restaurant
I-10 at Lomaland, El Paso, Texas 79907
(915) 590-0115
Conveniently located at I-10 and Lomaland, Hiney’s Sports Restaurant is your home for NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB games. Hiney’s shows all the games at once! Stop by to enjoy your major league favorites on HDTV, flatscreens and big screens. We feature ESPN, ESPN Game Plan, ESPN 2, and more. The breakfast is muy sabroso (very tasty) and includes homemade menudo and huevos rancheros. The lunch and dinner menu has more than 100 choices with everything from a T-bone to Chicken Alfredo (with homemade alfredo sauce and a side of garlic bread). Your choices continue: fish fillet dinner, chicken-fried steak, or cheese pizza. Try the popular Hiney’s Sampler composed of Buffalo wings, mozzarella sticks, potato skins, onion rings, and a rib, served with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, and sour cream. For a real bowl of Texas chile with shredded cheese, it’s Hiney’s. Homemade menudo daily. Hiney’s grill is a real American food masterpiece.
Japanese Kitchen
4024 N. Mesa, El Paso, Texas 79902
(915) 533-4267, (915) 533-4268
If you are ready to experience the pleasure of truly authentic fine Japanese cuisine, try Japanese Kitchen, where you will delight in a show of your meal cooked right before your eyes. Feasts of perfectly prepared steak, lobster, and shrimp with fresh vegetables await. Full Japanese sushi bar.
Landry’s Seafood House
6801 Gateway West, El Paso, Texas 79925
(915) 779-2900
Classic Seafood ... With fresh seafood and spectacular scenery, Landry’s Seafood House echoes the sights, sounds and sensations of a 1940s seafood house. Our mouth-watering menu has the very best of everything from irresistible appetizers like Oyster Bar Trash, a delicious combination of blackened shrimp and crabmeat, to fresh salads and our world-famous seafood specialties, such as our freshly prepared Gulf snapper, stuffed flounder or our Shrimp Fresca. And for those who desire non-seafare, Landry’s offers tempting steaks and chicken delicacies. Come often, dress comfortably and enjoy the atmosphere. You’re always welcome at Landry’s house!
Mesa Street Grill
2525 N. Mesa, El Paso, Texas 79902
(915) 532-1881
The most elegant fine dining experience in the Southwest is at Mesa Street Grill. A luxurious décor offers a stylish and comfortable atmosphere within the dining and bar areas. The restaurant also offers a climate-controlled patio complete with a stunning sunset view of the Franklin Mountains. Relax and be completely pampered by an industry-experienced team who truly define fine dining.
Muggs Bar & Grill
11410 Montana, El Paso, Texas 79936
(915) 849-7555
Muggs Bar & Grill is no ordinary place. It is an upscale club with down-to-earth service with a smile. The charming décor features tempting leather couches in which to sit while watching the big screen televisions with a long, cool drink. Play a game of pool, listen to your favorite music while gazing at the enormous fish tank or soothing fireplace. The new east side hot spot features a huge, open patio with shade, sand volleyball, a gazebo, waterfall, pond and a garden. Visit this oasis in the desert soon. One block east of George Dieter Dr. at East Montana Avenue.
Pelican’s
• 130 Shadow Mountain, El Paso, Texas 79912
(915) 581-1392
• 1780 Lee Trevino, El Paso, Texas 79936
(915) 598-5662
For more than 25 years, Pelican’s has specialized in fresh seafood and USDA choice beef. The restaurants have earned much praise and recognition because of the superior cuisine and excellent service. In addition to the “Fresh Catch,” signature dishes include the Shrimp Pelican, the in-house Smoked Salmon, the Alaskan King Crab Legs and fresh cut USDA beef, cooked to perfection. The relaxing seaside atmosphere includes nautical relics and natural wood, which set the perfect mood for enjoying the best seafood in the Southwest.
Rib Hut
2612 N. Mesa, El Paso, Texas 79902
(915) 532-Ribs (7427)
One bite of the tender beef smothered in special barbecue sauce and you will see why Rib Hut has been El Paso’s favorite since 1984, famed for its slow-cooked mouth-watering barbecue. Try the big, beefy ribs, or baby back mesquite-smoked pork ribs, honey glazed. The brisket is always lean, smoked, and thinly sliced. The sausage is spiced perfectly and always juicy. The chicken-fried steak is the best in the Southwest. Rib Hut also offers tempting steaks, deliciously grilled to your liking. From the 16-ounce T-Bone to the eight-ounce charbroiled rib eye, it doesn’t get any better. And mmmm ... the burgers! The half-pound Angus Steakburger is served with your choice of toppings and an ice-cold beer. The atmosphere is as friendly and relaxing as the staff, which can cater any size party or event. This is what barbecue is all about.
The State Line
1222 Sunland Park Dr., El Paso, Texas 79922
(915) 581-3371
Enjoy El Paso’s nationally acclaimed barbecue. Behind the walls of this Spanish structure lies one of the most beautiful courtyards in the city. Large weeping willows and fountains make The State Line a favorite for locals and visitors alike. This popular ’40s roadhouse eatery features such specialties as baby back pork ribs, smoked prime rib, smoked duck, and pork tenderloin. Not everyone wants barbecue? No problem. The State Line rounds out its menu with a full line of signature salads as well as grilled items including steaks, seafood, and chicken. Open for dinner seven nights a week and lunch Sunday through Friday. Outdoor dining. Full bar. Complete group services. Food that is so fresh it tastes as if it were cooked right in front of you. Open Sun.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sumo Sushi
1344 N. Zaragoza Rd., El Paso, Texas 79936
(915) 856-8818
This beautifully decorated restaurant was designed by family. Featuring Japanese cuisine and a full sushi bar. Sushi is the favorite among customers. Sit at the sushi bar and let Cho entertain you with his art. He is a talented chef, and has great imagination when it comes to making something special for his guests. He is one of the finest chefs in our family, but TJ is still number one. Sumo Sushi continues the tradition of excellence with the freshest sushi in town, with fast, convenient service.
Thyme Matters
5857 N. Mesa St., El Paso, Texas 79912
(915) 585-0309
Thyme Matters delivers innovation and vibrancy to its dishes, with an unexpected fusion of herbs and sauces from diverse cultures. The best ingredients, a passion for flavor, dependable service and attention to details are its foundations. The Italian-inspired cross cultural cuisine offers the best of the best, accompanied by fine wines, hand-crafted cocktails and a warm atmosphere. It is the ideal setting for any occasion. Decadent homemade desserts, and an outdoor patio with a spectacular view of the mountains will make your visit perfect.
