Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

If you're looking for a brunch spot in El Paso that brings together great food, genuine…read morehospitality, and live music--The Junction Brunch House is a standout. I kept it classic with waffles, bacon, and eggs--and it absolutely hit the mark. The waffles were light, fluffy, and perfectly golden, the bacon was cooked just right, and everything came out fresh and satisfying. Simple comfort food done right. But what really elevated the experience was the atmosphere. They had live musical entertainment by Louie, who was incredible. He played a mix of hits from yesterday and today, moving effortlessly between country & western, contemporary favorites, and traditional Spanish songs. His versatility created a warm, lively environment that both staff and customers clearly enjoyed--it added something special you don't find everywhere. Service was just as impressive. Our server, XAY, had a bright, welcoming smile and provided outstanding service from start to finish. They offered great suggestions on local favorites and specials, which made the experience feel personal rather than routine. The vibe overall is relaxed, inviting, and very "El Paso"--a place where you can sit, enjoy your meal, and stay a while. Overall: Delicious, well-executed brunch classics Live music that enhances the experience (not overwhelms it) Exceptional, friendly service Comfortable, welcoming atmosphere Would I go back? Without a doubt. This is more than just brunch--it's an experience.

We've always wanted to try this place, and after I dropped Noah off at practice, I took the plunge…read more We always look to arrive at after 10pm, there's no way you're not waiting in line at that time. I arrived just after 8:30 am, but there was plenty of room. I got seated at the bar, and got to see everything. I asked for coffee, and it came quick and hot. Then i took a look at the menu, but the nice thing about the bar is that you can see everything that was ordered get prepped. I ordered a pozole rojo. It was a good choice, according to me... it was a lot of food. It came with a slice of toasted and buttered bolillo bread. It was loaded with more pork, than hominy - a lot. The server came by to ask if I needed a box. The Junction is a diner, with a railroad ambiance. Plenty of train station themes, I think there were a lot of clocks on the wall - but I don't think that they were working... or that they were on time. I noticed a couple of plates that I would want to try... the chicken fried steak, the biscuits and gravy with fried eggs on top, peach cobber side, the fresh biscuit with chipotle butter. It all looked good. The breakfast tacos seemed basic, but a lot of folks ordered them - they must know. There is seating inside, table and bar, and outside under the shade. I saw enough that I would return with Liz (...and the kids). I recommend, but I do recommend getting there early. It's a popular locale.

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Catfish Basket

4.4(135 reviews)

8.7 mi

Very chill, definitely gives you hole in the wall vibes. Fish and shrimp was good. Didn't like…read moretheir hot sauce available. Service was good and no issues. Price wasn't bad at all.

The service was really nice and really friendly. The ambiance is typical hole in the wall. The food…read morewas delicious. They fill your box up so you're getting full with the portions they give you. Their sweet tea was perfect. If you're looking for good homestyle wings, this is the place! The catfish was fried to perfection. You could get for your side, half fried okra/fries. I thought that was so nice! Their aim is to make your order perfect. They show you your food to make sure it's ok befor e you leave. Believe me when I say you can't close your container. I don't know if they make ther own hotsauce but make sure to try it or take some to go. Definitely recommend! They also have pork chops which I want to try next.

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I asked for the chicken nugget kids meal and they gave me fish with cold fries

Mac's Downtown

4.5(299 reviews)

7.1 mi

Holy shit the shrimp po boi is amazing here ! Forgot my…read morephotos because I wanted to dig in... I'll make a point to always be stopping through here. Service on point ! Cool are everywhere that you can even buy. Nice place and big and spread out to not feel crowded.

Found Mac's while in town on business. WOW! Was it great! I wanted to try the boil and my server…read morerecommended the shrimp. It was delicious! I wasn't expecting so much food! It came with the usual shrimp, sausage, potatoes and corn, but at Mac's you also get a side of the best macaroni and cheese as well as a huge piece of Texas toast. I read the reviews and saved room for a piece of the daily cheesecake. Lucky for me, they had a piece of the pineapple cheesecake which was fabulous! If you're in the mood for Cajun food, stop by....but be sure and come hungry!

Dog friendly!

Loved the fish tacos!!

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This Ahi Ceviche was Cabo quality!! Soooo good!!

Md305 Soulfood Catfish & Wings

4.5(20 reviews)

510.7 mi

So good I went back for a third time. Excellent customer service. This time I got yams catfish and…read moreblack eye peas. I got the 3 veggie plate 2 black eye peas and a collard green Everything is delicious. I had to have more black eye peas and collard greens. The fish was fried just as I like it and the yams are very tasty If you don't feel like driving. Grubhub door dash and Uber Eats. Go support a small business owner. You will not be disappointed

Man that food brought me back home. It's been to long that I ate someone else's food that done that…read moreto me. Seasoning is on point and I highly recommend for everyone to go eat MD 305 soulfood it's so delicious.

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West Texas Chophouse

3.9(846 reviews)

11.0 mi

Continues to be my favorite spot. Too bad you lost the board for "Ribeye on board". However, the…read moreexplanation given makes sense. Keep going guys. You are my go to when visiting El Paso. Your location specific.

I visited this restaurant around 8:00 p.m. on a Monday evening while in town for a business trip…read more It was conveniently located near my hotel, and my first impression was very positive. The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere, was busy with guests, and I was seated within just a few minutes of arriving. Unfortunately, the experience began to decline after I was seated. I waited approximately 10-15 minutes before anyone acknowledged me. While waiting, I looked through the menu and was surprised to find it noticeably dirty, which wasn't the impression I expected from a restaurant of this caliber. When my server finally arrived, she was polite but didn't seem particularly welcoming or engaging. She appeared stressed, which made the service feel rushed rather than hospitable. I ordered a Diet Dr Pepper and my meal at the same time since I had already decided what I wanted. It then took another 10 or more minutes for my drink to arrive. Shortly afterward, someone delivered bread with honey butter, which was excellent. However, no bread plate, napkin, or silverware accompanied it, so I had to flag down another employee before I could enjoy it. After waiting another 20-plus minutes, my steak and fries finally arrived. I had ordered the steak medium rare, but it was burned on one side, barely seared on the other, and when I cut into it, it was blue rare--nearly raw. I asked my server to send it back, and she promptly took it to the kitchen. About 15 minutes later, a replacement steak arrived. Unfortunately, while the opposite side was now burned, the inside was cooked to medium well. I let my server know this was still unacceptable, and she asked if I would like another steak prepared. I agreed, requesting simply that it be cooked medium rare without being burned. To the restaurant's credit, the third steak was prioritized and delivered by who I believe was the manager. She asked me to cut into it to confirm it was cooked correctly. Although the replacement was noticeably smaller and thinner than the original, it was cooked to a proper medium rare, so I accepted it. By that point, however, my fries were completely cold. The manager apologized briefly but never returned to check on the meal or my overall experience. My server didn't return until I was nearly finished eating, at which point she asked if everything was okay. I simply requested the check. What should have been about a 30-minute dinner stretched to well over an hour, and after a long day of business travel, I was ready to return to my hotel. I wasn't expecting my meal to be completely comped, but after multiple mistakes and significant delays, a small gesture of goodwill--such as discounting the entrée or even comping the soda--would have gone a long way. Overall, this restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere, and I believe the food has the potential to be very good when prepared correctly. However, the service, management's follow-up, and overall attention to the guest experience fell well below what I would expect from a restaurant of this quality. I hope they can improve these areas because the restaurant certainly has the potential to provide an excellent dining experience.

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$8.00 flight of beers. 4/5 stars

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

3.6(41 reviews)

3.5 mi

First time going here. Great food and service. The complimentary bread and butter was delicious…read more Had the nachos and the fried chicken. Both were good portions and tasty.

Great food served hot. I have had both the fried fish and the baked white fish with lemon sauce…read more Service is fast and friendly. Prices are right.

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Our Santa Fe Spinach Dip is prepared with creamy cheese, topped with sour cream & served with freshly fried tortilla chips & a side of salsa

Our Santa Fe Spinach Dip is prepared with creamy cheese, topped with sour cream & served with freshly fried tortilla chips & a side of salsa

Our Honey Butter Croissants are baked to a golden brown and drizzled with house-made honey butter.

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Strawberry Texas Frozen Swirl: Frozen Texas Margarita swirled with strawberries.

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

3.1(200 reviews)

17.1 mi

I haven't been to a Cheddar's in years and found myself having a Sunday lunch with my family this…read morepast weekend. We were seated in a booth closer to the bar since it had quicker seating and we had no issue with the placement. Appetizers for the fam included their spinach artichoke and frosted croissants. I really enjoyed their spinach artichoke and we all agreed it was one of the better one for a larger chain restaurant. Now I must admit that the frosted croissants were almost a kryptonite to my diet lol. Now for my entree I opted for a 10oz sirloin with a side of mashed potatoes and sweet carrots. I really enjoyed the sides including the white gravy. The seasoning on the steak was a bit heavy but it came out good overall. Service was pretty good and only required a handful of us needing to check in. Overall I would have no issue coming back.

OK food, OK service. Nothing to write home about. Good casual quick lunch. I had onion rings and my…read morefriends had a salad. The croissants with butter and honey were quite good. I'm sure I'll try another Cheddar's to taste more of the menu.

Our Santa Fe Spinach Dip is prepared with creamy cheese, topped with sour cream & served with freshly fried tortilla chips & a side of salsa

Our Honey Butter Croissants are baked to a golden brown and drizzled with house-made honey butter.

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Strawberry Texas Frozen Swirl: Frozen Texas Margarita swirled with strawberries.

La Fete Cafe

4.5(77 reviews)

18.1 mi

We had a wonderful experience at La Fête Cafe in El Paso. The service was outstanding, and our…read moreserver, Alex, was friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout our visit. The owner, Patrick, was personable, adding a special touch to the experience. Excellent food, we had the Fish and Grits and Peach Cobbler Bourbon French Toast - exceptional service, we'll definitely be back and highly recommend La Fête Cafe.

We have been to this restaurant several times in the past, and have considered it one of our…read morefavorites. Until today. After today, not going back. We are not sure what happened, but the place changed. The old staff (who were relaxed and fun to be around) are all gone, the delicious food we kept returning to have is also gone, replaced by a menu that doesn't know what exactly this restaurant wants to be (tacos, fried chicken, attempt at French menu items, etc). They have 6 different kinds of French toast. We tasted 2 of them, and they have the same taste. Just different toppings. The price for the French toast with eggs, bacon and home fries was $17. Now they charge $18 just for 2 slices of brioche with some sauce that resembles the old Banana Foster sauce, and an additional $6 for the eggs, bacon and home fries. Disappointing, and more expensive than it's worth. Walking into a restaurant to be held hostage by some speech about a small store selling books inside the restaurant?! Yeah, don't do that. If we hadn't already ordered, we would have left. No refill on water, no inquiry about any other drinks. I wasn't even finished with my meal and the server slapped the check on the table and walked away. If that doesn't make you feel "welcome to leave", I don't know what does. Looking around, I find it unacceptable to bring food to the table 5 minutes apart for every person at the table. The staff now wears embroidered shirts with the restaurant logo (except for one, she was just chewing her gum while taking orders- also, ew), and the atmosphere has changed from casual to "we wanna be high end, we made some money so now we want you to pay more". Disappointing.

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Another Broken Egg Cafe

3.9(114 reviews)

2.5 mi

"You can't buy happiness, but you can buy brunch and basically that's the same thing."…read more Another Broken Egg has such a beautiful aesthetic both inside and out! It's a cute spacious cafe with brunch-style decor, beautiful lighting, and various seating styles. The staff is pleasant and full of smiles as soon as you walk in. The cuisine is unique, seasoned well and will leave you wanting more and hard to make a decision. I had the lunch 1/2 special which included a half order of the chicken n' waffles entree paired with the jambalaya. The portion sizes of each were perfect, for me. The jambalaya was well seasoned and had much shrimp which was devine. The dish comes with an egg, I chose scrambled. As brunch girlie, I love a good cocktail! I got the Bloody Maria Made great by the way! It paired really well with the meal. Our server, Gabby was a delight! She was constantly checking in! Her kindness and attention to detail did not go unnoticed. I'm visiting El Paso for a few days from many many miles away and I will definitely be back to visit before I leave. Cheers!

My first time here and it was a great experience! We came on a Thursday morning and it wasn't too…read morebusy. The food was incredible. We got the Southern Breakfast Bowl and added the pancakes for a few extra dollars. We knew the portions were large (and they are!) so we split everything and it was more than enough for each of us! Our server even brought us extra plates knowing we were sharing. We also got the half order of biscuit beignets. If you sign up on their website they'll send you an email for a free half order of them so that's what we did! They come with a side of honey and they are very sweet, but so good! I'd definitely come back to try more of their food.

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Frances C.

Elite 26

192

410

3 years ago

Cracker Barrel has been my daughter's favorite restaurant ever since we moved to Kansas and now to El Paso, so we decided to celebrate her birthday there. Our experience at Cracker Barrel was absolutely wonderful and made her special day even more memorable. First and foremost, I must commend the amazing service we received. As a table of 11, I expected some challenges, but the service we received was nothing short of outstanding. Our server was attentive, efficient, and genuinely sweet. She ensured that every order was taken accurately, and all our meals arrived perfectly prepared. With a table of this size, it's impressive that there were no issues whatsoever with our orders. The server's exceptional attentiveness added an extra touch of delight to our dining experience. Moreover, the food at Cracker Barrel exceeded our expectations. Each dish was flawlessly executed, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality. read more

Eric N.

12 years ago

The is THE BEST place for a hearty breakfast period. Half store, half restaurant with a large front porch overlooking the upper valley which also serves as the perfect waiting room with its rocking chairs. The decor is old vintage and old country, I specially like sitting close the huge fireplace fueled by burning logs. You just can't beat that cozy feeling! This is a borderplex favorite for breakfast so be prepared to wait 30-40 min during weekends and holidays. But don't worry as there plenty of games and browsing to keep you entertained. The food is very simple yet tastes amazing! Then mama's pancakes are my favorite. I've been here so many times over the years and yet they always taste as good as the first time. Service and food wait time are always on point. This place is the perfect example of how large restaurant chains can maintain their appeal without sacrificing quality. Happy to be a frequent customer. read more

Laura B.

4 years ago

Fue la peor experiencia de mi vida , fui a comer para celebrar el día de las madres y oh sorpresa en mi comida había un pedazo de vidrio enorme y me di cuenta al momento de masticarlo , fue terrible la experiencia , lo peor fue al momento de comentarle al manejador , solo se disculpo y comentó que a alguien en la cocina se le había quebrado un frasco de salsa y callaron los vidrios en el puré de papa, y lo único que ofreció fue cambiarme el platillo u ofrecerme una nieve sin saber en verdad la gravedad del asunto , espero que al menos hayan tirado la comida que estaba cerca al momento del percance , al llegar a mi casa me percaté que tenía una fisura en mi lengua por el vidrio que mastique , jamas regresó read more

Paola A.

1 year ago

I had an extremely disappointing experience. The hostess was incredibly rude and unwelcoming from the moment we walked in. What really stood out, though, was the supervisor, who appeared to be toothless and displayed an unsettling level of hostility when we asked to wait for our baby and me because we were in the bathroom. Instead of being understanding, they were condescending and dismissive, which made the situation even more uncomfortable. I understand that sometimes places can get busy, but treating customers -- especially families with young children -- with respect should be a priority. It's disheartening to see such poor service, and I won't be returning anytime soon after this experience. read more

Lyddie M.

12 years ago

Good food, service is usually good...we've been a couple of times when it's some punk as our waiter but that doesn't happen too often. The decor is a little scattered and random....the store at the front is cute and nice to walk the kids around while waiting for the food. I usually order the pancakes and bacon and eggs on the side. I don't think the food is just something so amazing but it is better than something you whip up at home. The prices are slightly on the higher side if you're with a big group but if you're alone, it's under 15 bucks... read more

Lisa S.

11 months ago

We had such a great experience at Cracker Barrel on 7540 Remcon Cir in West Side of El Paso! The food was delicious as always, but what really made our visit special was our server, Edgar. He was absolutely amazing -- so friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. You can tell he really cares about his customers. We left with full stomachs and big smiles! Thank you, Edgar, for the wonderful service -- we'll definitely be back and asking for you again! read more

Cristina P.

11 years ago

This is perfect place if you want to eat and do a little shopping their food is tasteful and delicious. The tables have a game to keep kids occupied while the food comes to your table. The little store is filled with merchandise for all ages. It is a very family oriented restaurant, it really is a place were the whole family can enjoy each others company for a while. Highly recommend. read more

David T.

208

6 years ago

Below par , this is embarrassing to old country ‍‍. I've only had Cracker Barrel's in North Carolina , and lord was that awesome. Here it's absolute garbage . Waitress wasn't even friendly and charged me for syrup !!!! When I ordered pancakes , shouldn't syrup come with the order ? ‍‍‍. read more

Juan D.

7 years ago

This is one of our favorite places to go with the family. If you've never been, go check it out! They also sell great items that are unique in the store they have. Great place to check out! read more

Nevaeh C.

4 years ago

manager erika in the sales dep was very rude and had a staring problem, was making remarks to her coworker to me and my Fiancé. Never even ate here but i definitely won't be trying it now. read more

Stephanie G.

10 years ago

Came in on Sunday with Husband for some Pancakes. They are great!! We Created our own brunch with some fried chicken and pancakes. Will be back soon! read more

Sophia H.

11 years ago

Who doesn't love Cracker Barrell? This location is no exception. The county store is a nice touch too. We really enjoy going here.

Anthony F.

9 years ago

Female manager rude ignored me while she ate xnd don't speak English didn't great me felt unwelcome

Timothy K.

6 years ago

I downloaded Yelp just to lead a bad review our sever was slow. You could find better food in a MRE

Paul J.

12 years ago

I had the Country sausage dinner. Very good flavor. Good portions. Good friendly fast service...

David P.

4 years ago

Pack a lunch and/or a pillow and be prepared to wait, wait, and wait. The food is not all that.

Kyle C.

12 years ago

I had the Country sausage dinner. Very good flavor. Good portions. Good friendly fast service..

Nip P.

12 years ago

horrible wait staff Esther was our server and she had ATTITUDE! absolutely pathetic!

Felipe R.

6 years ago

Excellent service!!! Thank you Carlos!!! Food like always perfect!!! read more

Javier M.

278

14 years ago

Pricey for portions, but very good comfort food.

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