This roadside dinner is on the east side of Benson. It is an old building with a musty smell as you walk in, yet it is a popular place for the locals. The menu is extensive but I just wanted something light to hold me over until dinner so I had three ground beef tacos, the special of the day. The tacos were indeed light with just a little beef, lettuce and cheese. The bottled sauce added a nice spice. Service was very friendly. The interior decor looked like it came straight out of Sonora with colorful rural art on the walls. I would come back for a heartier meal as the service and the customers were welcoming. read more

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Wanted to go for a drive and ended up here for lunch. It was not much to look at, which should have been a sign. I ordered a cheese quesadilla and the tamales. The quesadilla was actually pretty decent. The tamales were ok. They were bland with little flavor. The chips and salsa were sad. The chips were stale and the salsa was a poor purchased hot sauce. I would expected more being in Arizona. This is what I would expect in the northern states where Mexican food is not as abundant. The service was ok. The seating area must have been purchased in the early 70s and never updated. I would look somewhere else for mexican food. This is not the place. read more

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Do not under any circumstances order a burger. Stick to the Mexican food options. I really want this place to succeed. I used to eat here as a kid. But burger beware!!!! read more

Good food at a reasonable price. Not much more I can say just like any other place. Nothing original nothing that pops out.

Food and service was phenomenal. Our waitress was very attentive and personable. Food was outstanding. The atmosphere was great. Very pleasant. Will most definitely be returning! read more

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Was catered at work from this place, and two people I work with got food poisoning one hour later. Improper food temperatures sadly. Definitely will not recommend this place. read more

Stopped in for lunch on a road trip. Quaint diner, definitely family run. Exactly what you expect from a small town diner with locals who who frequent as you can tell by the greetings as them come and go. The service was timely and kind. The chorizo and eggs were cooked perfect and with a fair spice. The beans were refried chunky style and flavored well. The french fries were cooked to a crisp golden. The beef burrito is seasoned well and served hot. Sauce was mild and creamy with good flavor. Definitely worth stopping in as you pass by. read more

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I ordered the Shredded Beef Chimichanga and chips and salsa. It was delicious. My son had the all you can eat fish fry, it was Friday. He said it was good, it came with fries and coleslaw which he said was the tastiest he had had in a long time. Who knew he was a coleslaw snob We walked out quite full. The shredded beef had a perfect seasoned flavor, and paired wonderfully with the salsa. I will go there again. read more

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Five of us went here for lunch. It wasn't very busy and we seated ourselves. Waitress was prompt and took our drink orders while we looked over the menu. It's large, and they have a senior section, along with specials. Three of us got the chili relleno, and two got the fish sandwich. Everyone really liked their meals. Service was good, too. Very good portions. Will go back again. read more

Definitely worth the stop! Good food, great service, and laughter. We had enchilada, taco, & chili relleno.

My sons loved the food here. One ate the kids cheese burger and the other ate my chicken fajitas.

Traveling from Las Cruces to San Diego, we found this place on Yelp at lunch time. It's located on the I-10 Business Rd, just a little ways off the interstate. I read the reviews and found out they have Mexican and American food. I was all ready for Mexican and we were looking over the large variety of menu items when our server pointed out the specials on the board. We chose the beef tacos that were just $1.65 each! Both of us got 3 each. They were hard shelled tacos with lettuce, tomato and cheese. They also came with chips and salsa. The salsa was different but still good. It had a little kick but not too much. It came in a bottle but she also brought a salsa bowl. The came out quickly. They were crunchy and the cheese tasted like it was freshly grated. The decor was cute. The restrooms were clean. The iced tea tasted like it was brewed, not dispenser tea. It was great. They close the restaurant for the entire month of July so don't stop during that time. Great little restaurant if you're in the area. Our server was awesome too. read more

Good service friendly. Plenty of food at good prices. Everything was good- however I prefer a very smooth refried bean. Eclectic atmosphere. read more

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I just give a 3 because it's pretty basic. Food is decent but not great. A small bowl of chips & salsa is $2.50. No alcohol fyi. Not a game changer but I was expecting the food to make up for it:). Not much else in Benson open on a Monday night read more

Horrible, this was the worst food I have had in a long time and that's saying something m, because I've had food in many countries being prior military. Needless to say I will not be returning, and I do not recommend this place for dinner unless a upset stomach, or worse is what you are looking for. Sorry!! read more

Great Mexican food. I had a cheese quesadilla. It was the flakiest tortilla I've ever had. They have homemade Fried Ice Cream! It's the best. Definitely a very good spot for a meal. read more

This restaurant is a true diamond in the rough. We went to two other restaurants with incorrect hours posted. Definitely worth the trip and will go back again. read more

We had lunch at the 86 Cafe on Tuesday, May , 3rd. It was the 2nd time we've eaten here. I will say the name is a little strange for a restaurant, as to '86' food is to cut it from the menu. This time we ordered take out. The person answering the phone was very pleasant and took the order. We ordered the Mexican pizza. It is not the same you get from a fast food style place. The fresh ingredients were very ample. There was a good amount of meat on it as well as a base layer of refried beans, and lettuce, tomato and cheese for toppings. If there was a layer of salsa, I didn't taste it. Personally, I would skip the bean base layer and just use salsa. It was very tasty and filling. And, it feeds about 3-4 adults. Very reasonable price for $13.50. We also had the shredded beef burrito. This is definitely my favorite item on the menu. The burrito contains an excellent quantity of shredded beef which is nicely seasoned. It also has a lot of cheese. All of this wrapped up in a fresh flour tortilla. It's large enough for 2 to split or 1 very very hungry person to eat. The bill was around $20 and we had left overs for 2 days. Very costly effective these days. If you eat in you get a complimentary bowl of chips and salsa. Beware, the salsa is very spicy. This is a small family run restaurant on East 4th Street in Benson. You need to go under the train bridge towards the far exit towards I-10. They do have a sign on West 4th alerting people to the cafe, but the sign is very small and easily overlooked. Make sure if you come to Benson you try the food at the 86 Cafe. It's well worth it. read more

We had the fish. It was disappointing. Very bland and small portions. Fish was of the quality one would expect at a McDonald's. We were a large group and everyone was disappointed. Servers we attentive. Place was very busy. read more

We were not impressed Service was ok The food was not enjoyable The taco shells were not home pride they were taken from a box . In my husband's opinion they were 1 step above taco Bell The fish since it was Friday was all you could eat since I love cod I ordered the fish The fish was over cooked and tasted like the grease may have been rancid read more

Great place for a quick bite to eat. Decent salsa, very moderate so its good if you like spice but not insanely spicy. Great food and the service was friendly. The plates are filling. read more

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My mother and I were looking for something new for lunch, something different than the usual choices in Sierra Vista so we made the 30 minute drive to Benson and selected the Eighty-Six Cafe based on Yelp reviews. We weren't disappointed with the selection. While everything was not perfect, the salsa provided with the chips & salsa was pretty bland and the chicken in my enchiladas could have been seasoned more, overall it was a very good experience. As noted, the chicken in my enchiladas could have been seasoned more; however, the chicken was moist with decent flavor and the rice and beans were fresh and tasty. My mother indicated her taco salad was very good and she appreciated the generous amount of beef. Our waitress was very courteous and right on time with refills. My mother noticed a sign indicating an all you can fish fry on Tuesdays and Fridays and we've already decided we'll make another trip in the near future. read more

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Really solid food for the area with reasonably priced lunch specials. I ordered fried zucchini ($6.25) to start. They were hot, crunchy, and tasted great, the server also brought me ranch for dipping. Although for the price there should be a few more but I would definitely order them again. I chose their single cheeseburger special ($4.99) and was quite satisfied. Tasted similar to a sonic burger, which I really like and came with fries. Lastly, I tried their peach cobbler ($4.75) and it was so good! Probably my favorite thing I had on this visit was the cobbler. I did notice there is a lot of Mexican food on their menu so I am interested to see how that compares to the more American food I had today. Service was attentive and fast; overall a great experience and I will be back! read more

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We had the AYCE fish. It was very overcooked and not very enjoyable. Tasted like it was old oil also. I was really looking forward to a Friday Fish Fry. The tiny salad that came with it was mediocre also. Just a little bit of lettuce and two cherry tomatoes with dressing already on it. The coleslaw was also pretty tasteless. No seasonings at all on any of the food. The fish came with about a tablespoon of tartar sauce. I don't think we will be giving this restaurant another try, because for $25 this was not a good experience. read more

We tend to support family operations whenever we can. The service was excellent and all of our food was timely and very tasty. The menu had a mix of Mexican and typical American diner style food so everyone was happy. Take the time to enjoy this quaint diner. read more

Delicious food and homemade churros is a must. The owners were very sweet. And the place is very clean. It was hard to find a clean restaurant in Benson on our way to Mexico. The food was a little pricey but I would support local anytime. read more

the 86 Cafe in Benson,Arizona just hosted a gathering after the funeral service in St. David. at the Monastery, thank you all for allowing this huge group to descend on you all, everything was amazing best food around I know how hard you all worked and appreciate everything thank you so much sincerely Susan Gladu read more

Delicious!! Everything I taste was good. I usually hesitate when we go to eat Mexican....usually too spicy, too oily. But this is my choice from now on. Everything was good, more Sonoran style, beans were taste. I never like Mexucan rice, but their was delicious and I ate it all!..not soupy, or soggy. Carnitas...delicious. older lady waitressing could not have been nicer! Flan was good too. read more

Absolutely wonderful taquitos and enchiladas with some of the best hot sauce/salsa I've ever dipped chips in. Very friendly and quick service as well!! Definitely worth the stop if you're passing through Benson. read more

Picked up the best Chorizo,egg and potato burrito after spending some time at the donkey rescue sanctuary. The owner was friendly and appreciative. Support your local restaurants during the pandemic !!! read more

The 86 has been my favorite Mexican restaurant since I was a kid. Not only is their Mexican food (I recommend the #1) but their hamburger and fries combo is delicious!!! read more

I have stopped here twice while traveling. I love their in-house hand formed hamburgers. The fries are so crisp. Great service! Don't forget to save room for the deep fried ice cream for dessert. read more

Always love the food here. Not so much if you are dieting but they have a few lower calorie choices. Service is always with a smile and the bathrooms clean. Been going here for 20 years. I hope they never close! read more

This place is a pleasure to eat at, the customer service is great! I noticed someone was getting snappy at the server and she did not let that at all impact her mood which is very professional and something that I possible could not have achieved. Another thing this place is like a home away from home, the theme and style just gives it a comfortable dine in experience. I will 100% without a doubt be coming back for more! read more

This is the second time I have tried thier food and I will never make that mistake again. I ordered the Carne Asada Burro enchilada style. Low quality meat. Couldn't remove the fat from the meat while they were cutting in pieces. Makes me wonder if it was even fresh meat. No flavor. Chewiest meat ever. Enchilada sauce was okay. Last time I was here I got red Chile burro and got huge chunks of fat. The didn't roll burro into a classic burro, they put it in a bowl and overlapped the ends of the tortilla and then they poured the sauce over it. It was more like a soup. I don't understand how this place gets great reviews. Maybe the trick is to not order mexican food. read more

Lol. The name says it all! 86. They were out of everything we wanted! So we settled for frozen. Very disappointed considering everyone stated they have the best food around. I guess those folk just haven't gotten around. Lol! read more

Exceptional Mexican cuisine!! Everything we ordered was very good, but tamales were the best I can ever remember. Service was very good and prices reasonable. We are bookmarking this and will return! read more

I live in the area and I went to 86 Cafe specifically today, only to learn that NOTHING on the menu is vegetarian; not the chili rellenos (he said it has beef, which I don't understand) nor rice or even beans. The year is 2022 and this disappointed me so much. Mi Casa down the street has an enlightened view of how many people eat nowadays. This place -- though it looked very nice and homey inside and I'm sure others love it -- is living in the past. read more

My personal favorite place for good food. Mexican food excellent, great hamburgers, fried chicken is also very good.

This place has delicious food & a nice small town feel. Linda was amazingly friendly & gave us great tips on local attractions.