The best restaurants in Las Cruces

“When the week gets busy and everyone's craving comfort, La Nueva Casita Café has you covered with trays of enchiladas, dozens of flautas or tacos, plus red or green chile by the quart. Order a spread, invite the crew, and let the calabacitas and borracho beans do the talking.”

From the Las Cruces newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Dough made from scratch daily and toppings that actually taste like New Mexico, Road Runner Pizza nails it with pies like Bacon Green Chile Cheeseburger and Green Chile Chicken Alfredo, plus wings, calzones, and lasagna. Perfect for a lazy night when delivery sounds better than dishes.”

From the Las Cruces newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Pastaggio's Italian Restaurant is that reliable midweek hero with build-your-own pizzas and New Mexico flair, think green chile Alfredo, the Mesilla Valley Special, and the Aggie Pie. Grab hearty pastas, family-size bowls, or even their homemade frozen options for nights you want zero effort and maximum comfort.”

“Eclectic pub grub & beer provided in a relaxed space with many TVs, live music & a patio.”

“Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.”

“Iconic New Mexico-based chain famed for green chile cheeseburgers & other fast-food classics.”

“Burgers and BBQ specialties such as pulled pork sandwiches, hotlinks and brisket, served in a relaxed setting.”

“Casual, cozy eatery, featuring thin-crust pizzas, wings, salads and sandwiches, along with beer.”

“Burgers, pizza & beer served alongside many large-screen TVs showing sports & music videos.”

“Colorful, casual eatery crafting Neapolitan-style pizzas is cooking with a 900-degree oven.”

“Easygoing outpost dishing out grilled pub fare alongside beers & cocktails plus sports on TVs.”

“Casual chain with American fare, featuring burgers, a salad bar, cocktails & a convivial vibe.”

“No-frills mainstay making burgers, fries & other fast-food bites for more than 30 years.”

“Liège waffles, burgers & other Belgian-style fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner in a simple setting.”

“Casual chain spot serving New Mexican cuisine plus beer, wine & margaritas.”

“Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.”

“Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.”

“Warm, handsome & casual spot offering hearty bistro staples alongside local wines & craft beers.”

“Longtime Western-themed restaurant providing steak, seafood & cocktails, with a salad bar & takeout.”

“Casual, Japanese restaurant in Mesilla Valley Mall serving teriyaki, sushi, and other classics.”

“Local chain serving hearty American breakfast & lunch fare in a casual setting with a retro vibe.”

“Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.”

“Iconic New Mexico-based chain famed for green chile cheeseburgers & other fast-food classics.”

“Chill eatery specializing in thin-crust pizzas, homemade pasta and other Italian favorites, plus wine, beer and gelato, beer and sangria.”

“14-room hotel's laid-back restaurant, serving Southwestern food to hotel guests & non-guests.”

“New Mexican restaurant in an 18th century stagecoach station also features a piranha tank & aviary.”

“El Camino Real-inspired restaurant offering a variety of cuisines in a space with live music.”

“Sports bar & grill chain famous for chicken wings served by waitresses in short shorts.”