Pete's Cafe

Name: Pete's Cafe
Address: 105 N 1st St, Belen, New Mexico, 87002, US
Telephone: (505) 864-4811
Price range: $
Rating: 4.5

$ • Cafe, Mexican, Salad

Hours:
105 N 1st St, Belen
(505) 864-4811

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About Pete's Cafe

Pete's Cafe is a charming restaurant known for its delicious and handcrafted New Mexican cuisine. The friendly staff serves a variety of dishes, including cheeseburgers, enchiladas, and tamales, using local ingredients like green chiles. The food may take some time to arrive, but it's worth the wait. The small parking lot can get crowded, but the restaurant is wheelchair accessible with a larger dining area in the front. Visitors often enjoy the cozy atmosphere and the option to dine inside or outside, with a lovely view across from the old Harvey house and railroad. Many guests consider it a go-to spot for authentic New Mexican cuisine, praising the friendly service and the quality of the food, especially the Pete's Shrimp Taco Plate and Chicken Flauta Plate. The restaurant's welcoming environment and good value make it a favorite among locals and travelers alike.

Customers have recently praised the restaurant's "authentic New Mexico experience," with one visitor describing the "warm, delicious sopapillas" at the end of their meal. Another reviewer called it a "hidden gem," highlighting the excellent food and service they experienced while dining on the patio on a beautiful day. The Relleno plate, recommended by the server, was also praised for being "piping hot" and delicious, with the fry bread sopapillas being "amazing." The restaurant's ability to accommodate large groups, such as a party of 11 after church, was also noted, with the staff keeping the water and coffee flowing and the food arriving promptly.