Restaurants in Ruidoso

“Amazing affordable homecooked food. I got the breakfast burrito (8/10) and two pecan pancakes (9/10) with coffee. It was only $20 before tip, with good portions. It's small but very charming and cozy inside and the beautiful handmade tables and woodwork really add to the charm. Super friendly staff and patrons. I had a really great visit and I'll be sure to stop by next time I'm in this lovely town.”

“Visiting from Texas, cafe recommended and they absolutely did not disappoint. A must stop in Ruiodoso, super friendly staff too.”

“such amazing coffee and drinks! the staff is friendly and know exactly what to offer! Krafty has now been my go to, and I don't even have to tell them what I want, they just know ❤️”

“Excellent and delicious food!!!! Mandatory stop at Ruidoso”

“5 out of 5 rating!!! best burger I've had”

“Amazing food truck burger. Portions are big, I got the single patty burger all the way with the special sauce and it was great. I have a feeling I’ll be sleeping the rest of the day. Lol Will try to make it back over here anytime I’m in Ruidoso.”

“Best noodles ever! Very fast and friendly service! Must try!”

“We were visiting Ruidoso, New Mexico, and decided to stop by Lost Hiker Brewing for a quick drink—and we’re so glad we did! The atmosphere was fun and laid-back, and the owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming.

They let us sample several of their beers and ciders, and we were really impressed with the variety and quality. Everything we tried was delicious—we had a hard time picking a favorite! This is definitely a great spot to relax and enjoy some unique, locally crafted drinks.

They also have some great merchandise like shirts and caps, and the owner was kind enough to give us some complimentary stickers, which was such a nice touch.

We’ll definitely be coming back the next time we’re in town. Whether you're a craft beer lover or just looking for a chill place with great vibes, Lost Hiker Brewing is a must-visit in Ruidoso!”

“Best breakfast in Ruidoso”

“The store is beautiful…I bought the Oak Honey, Pecan Pie loose tea, and the Pistachio Matcha. Everything is so delicious I definitely recommend this store.”

“This is a nice little bar owned by pleasant people. Lots of personality in the art and aesthetic. They have wine supplied by St Claire and we got a bottle it was so good. They may have food options but you really go for the drinks and atmosphere”

“We had a large party that came in at 8:45 to celebrate a birthday and waited to be sat for a bit. May Lucero was our waitress and she was and always is awesome. Where most servers get annoyed at serving a large party so late in the evening, she served us with a smile and did a fabulous job! Servers should learn from her! We had a great evening because of her and she took great care of us.”

“Absolutely amazing pizza and amazing customer service! We called in and ordered a slice of pizza for my toddler and the woman offered to have it cut up smaller for him. It seems like a small gesture but I sincerely appreciated it very much! New favorite pizza shop! 😋10/10!!”

“The food was terrific, and the staff were so welcoming and friendly!”

“The breakfast bowl was AMAZING! Great atmosphere, the staff are always friendly and make you feel right at home. Fantastic beer and the pizza was phenomenal! Can’t say enough good things about this place.”

“Can't say enough about this place. They have everything. Great food and very flavorful. The husband and wife owners will make you feel right at home. They also hand make tallow and lots of other things. The cookies and brittle and out of this world. A hidden gem in our beautiful town. Highly recommend!”

“OMG the best!!! Must have yogurt!! The Boba drinks are the bomb!!! Boba balls yesss. Fun games as well:)”

“Amazing service and so kind!! We stopped in for a couple of coffees and snacks and the staff was so sweet and the treats and coffee were great!! Grateful to find such a sweet spot on our vaca.”

“Just went here today and it was great. Got some lemonades, tea, and a strawberry Dubai chocolate cup and everything was so good!”

“Great variety of sandwiches and kids meals! The staff was nice and the food all tasted amazing. Only complaint is the prices are a little expensive for 3 meals it was almost $40 but we were satisfied with our meal! Good when you are visiting and need a treat for lunch plus great location in Ruidoso”

“Absolutely worth it. Im skeptical about Mexican food because I love it hot hot. A lot of places claim to have spicy food, but it doesn't do anything for me. Ole Taco definitely hit spicy on the nail. The salsa has some decent kick. I ordered the adovada chimi and it was delicious. I also got the chile cheese fries and they had a good kick.”

“Went to eat there after helping Cleaning Brady Canyon area. Muddy, tired, and hungry. great service, kind, food was great and lots of it. Wonderful atmosphere. You need to give this place a try.”

“It has guided my grandson. The staff is amazing”

“great food great staff always a great tyme when we go there”

“Great food and service, steak was cooked to perfection. Great spot just outside of the town, so nice to get away from the crowds.”

“Great spot for a quick stop and some really good brisket! Didn’t realize they were all food trucks set up at first, but super nice experience and atmosphere. Definitely stop by if you’re in the Ruidoso area.”

“Very nice people, and great breakfast will go again when we visit ruidoso.”

“Garcia’s in Ruidoso is absolutely the Best Mexican Food in town and their Breakfast is great also!”

“The chicken tenders & green chili chicken fried steak are heavenly enough to give you an out of body experience!”

“love their burrito and a drink Before 10 male pink �Rude told me the promotion is just to get people to come early. I paid, but he refused to give me my drink another nice worker gave me my drink”

“A small 8-table restaurant tucked into a corner of a small shopping plaza in Midtown Ruidoso. Relatively unimpressive UNTIL one tries the food. The sashimi and sushi were both excellent and the fish very fresh. One of the best sushi restaurants that I have tried from coast to coast. We will be eating at this establishment every time we come to Ruidoso. I would have given a solid 5 star review except that the sashimi pieces were smaller than what most sushi restaurants serve. But the food was EXCELLENT!”

“Authentic Mexican food, very friendly, reasonable prices, and clean”

“Best Mexican food in Ruidoso. Fast and friendly service.”

“TCBY is a childhood classic and happy to see it in Ruidoso! It’s attached to the Schlotskys but everyone was friendly and place was clean and plenty options to choose from. Employee was very helpful and kind in helping me choose, despite my awkward appearance (respirator mask)”

“The breakfast bowl was AMAZING! Great atmosphere, the staff are always friendly and make you feel right at home. Fantastic beer and the pizza was phenomenal! Can’t say enough good things about this place.”

“The food was amazing! Edward, our waiter was awesome! The owner himself came in and sat next to us, then provided us dessert at his expense, we do plan to come back.”

“These guys care about their customers. I don't normally leave reviews for fast food restaurants but this place deserves a 5-star rating. The staff had great attitudes, the food was delicious and came out quickly, and the manager came by to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. Best KFC experience.”

“Oh my gosh, this is so close to my moms cooking. This place has amazing food, staff and atmosphere. This is definitely our required stop when we make our monthly Ruidoso trip.”

“Fresh squeezed orange juice!!”

“We have found the food and service to be excellent—outstanding nice people”

“The best Mexican breakfast in town and priced well.”

“Absolutely amazing meal. I had the New York strip. Easily one of the top 5 steaks I’ve ever had. Wife had the vegan enchiladas that were delicious. We shared a stuffed avocado and breaded Chile strips. Two new dishes that knocked our socks off. Staff were very friendly, responsive, and made frequent checks. The owner was engaging and very friendly. Absolutely on our return next year for our anniversary trip restaurant list!”

“Friendly staff. And my sandwich was loaded with veggies!”

“Best steak, great service!”