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Where to eat American food in Ruidoso Downs: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Best American restaurants nearby. Discover the best American food in Ruidoso Downs. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for American restaurants near you.. Ruidoso Downs is a city in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States, located within the Lincoln National Forest. The population was 1,824 at the 2000 census and 2,815 at the 2010 census. Originally incorporated as a village, it became a city in May 2002. Known locally as "the Downs", Ruidoso Downs is a suburb of adjacent Ruidoso and is a part of the Ruidoso Micropolitan Statistical Area. The city, located along U.S. Route 70, is named after the Ruidoso Downs Race Track, which is located in the city along with Billy the Kid Casino and the Hubbard Museum of the American West.
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10. Rio Grande Grill & Tap Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 445 reviews
Reviewed By bradwest
A middle of the road restaurant with middle of the road food. However, if your waiter tells you that the restaurant makes its own soda and then when you get the bottle and read the label and then wonder "how in the world does Illinois own this restaurant", just don't bother asking. It'll boggle the mind contemplating the response.
9. Denny's
Overall Ratings
3 based on 153 reviews
For more than 65 years Denny's has been bringing people together over great food. It's the place where people can relax and be themselves; where they can enjoy classic American comfort food and everyday value. 24 hours a day. 365 days a year. Here, you ca
Reviewed By MaryAnnTravels
After a long drive from El Paso and snow on the ground, we chose the easy option to walk next door to eat. Itâs Dennyâs Diner with a 1950s theme. Food typical of Dennyâs. Nothing special. What was special was the service. The server brought my meal and asked me to try the mashed potatoes as they looked wet and runny. They did and they were lukewarm. She said sheâd bring me a side of potatoes complimentary. Glad I didnât have to ask. Satisfactory, overall, but we found a better place to eat the next 2 nights in Ruidoso Downs.
8. Billy the Kid
Overall Ratings
3 based on 23 reviews
In the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino
Reviewed By Debbie R
The trip to this facility was very educational about Billy the Kid and even had information and pictures about Billy that my husband (who is a history buff) had never seen. A great museum for older children especially those interested in history, smaller children and those not interested in history, not so much. The curator was VERY helpful and courteous.
7. Cattle Baron Steak & Seafood
Overall Ratings
4 based on 591 reviews
Reviewed By 55cathic
My rib eye steak was 1/4â thick and tough. It didnât even look like a rib eye. My husbandâs chicken fried steak meat was tasteless with the only definable taste being the flour coating. Itâs a STEAKHOUSE for goodness sake! The baked potatoes were only lukewarm and didnât melt the butter. Go for the salad bar, but avoid the beef.
6. Log Cabin Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 459 reviews
Reviewed By R0bbenT
Four adults, two had eggs Benedict, muffins had been burned and scraped and were tuff as a boot. Both were serve with grits so cold they wouldnât melt butter.3rd person had eggs bacon pancakes. Top pancake was burned. Waitress said sorry. Cashier said maybe it will be better next time. Donât have to worry bout that, we will be eating next time at either Penaâs or the Alto Cafe. Both had excellent breakfast, less expensive and They Gave A Damn
5. Tina's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 373 reviews
We've moved. 2825 Sudderth Dr. Tina's Cafe is UNIQUE In Ruidoso. Tina's New Mexican style cuisine features delicious and unique sauces made from New Mexican Chiles. Our GREEN CHILE CREAM SAUCE is a true delight. Care for some HEAT. Have some RED SAUCE and
Reviewed By 55cathic
We have eaten at Tinaâs quite a few times, always getting something different, and often choosing one of the daily specials. We have never been disappointed. From light shrimp salad to hearty beef stew, the food is absolutely delicious. The ingredients are fresh and the recipes are tasty. Her hamburgers and fries are the best in town. Sheâs also known for her tasty desserts, but we havenât tried them. Sometimes thereâs a wait because everything is obviously cooked fresh to order, but the surroundings are pleasant and the wait is worth it.
4. K-BOB'S Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
3 based on 292 reviews
Reviewed By nonea
Stopped in for lunch. Ordered a Green Chile Cheeseburger. Burger was cooked to order, large, juicy. Green Chile was very mild, too mild for me. French fries were good. Nice salad bar. Server was attentive and friendly. Food came out pretty quick and was served hot. Restaurant was clean. Parking was easy. I'd go back.
3. Village Buttery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By Jeannie N
Nice place for lunch with a friend. Good selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, quiche is offered and deserts. This visit I was drawn to the Red Chili Posole soup and a veggie sandwich.. the soup was Very good. The service is attentive not intrusive. They are a little pricy.
Where to Eat in Ruidoso Downs: The Best Restaurants and Bars
2. Hall of Flame Burgers
Overall Ratings
4 based on 546 reviews
Reviewed By PamRoad
This burger place is awesome! They have a great variety of burger (and non-burger) options and their burgers are so flavorful. They even got my bread-free burger appropriately "lettuce-wrapped" (no knife or fork needed). As good as the burger was, the onion rings were even better. Big and crispy and perfectly fried. I will be back!
Most Popular Southwestern food in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, United States
1. Cornerstone Bakery Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1202 reviews
CORNERSTONE BAKERY CAFE has quickly become a Ruidoso New Mexico Favorite Restaurant as well as a sought out and much anticipated eating tradition for many of our Village's visitors! We thank all of our friends and customers who regularly support us and co
Reviewed By SmallWonderAZ
Our last morning in Ruidosa found us stopping here for breakfast. Why, oh why, did we not come sooner. Such a delicious breakfast, with so many choices! The Thunderbolt coffee was so good, we bought some to take home. The Alamagordo Omelette was delicious & packed full of goodness. The Santa Fe quiche (in phyllo dough) was also yummy. Just a hint of jalapeno added a bit of a punch. The manager (owner??) came by several times to see how everything was, and our server was friendly & attentive - she made sure our coffee cups were never empty!. The restaurant is open & welcoming with wonderful historical photos on the wall. They have a good selection of high quality gifts for sale. In addition to being a eater, the place is a bakery. I'm not sure how we did it, but we avoided buying any of the delicious looking pastries, pies & cookies on display. Had a moment of strong will power, I guess. They also have a case of frozen items for sale so you can bake their cookies, etc. in the comfort of your own home. Wonderful place for breakfast & I'm sure their lunches are equally good. Highly recommend.Thanks for posting here and on Yelp. We greatly appreciate the support and look forward to serving you again soon.
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