On a very hot August 2, 2026, I parked on the street in front of a building that shares space with…read moreKandels Street Sips. This place is located near the Odeon Theatre in Tucumcari, NM. I wanted iced coffee. Then I wanted iced tea. So what did I settle on? A 16 oz dirty soda called the Sweet Red Solution (cream soda, ice cream, cherry syrup, topped with whipped cream & a cherry). Lol. It was a delicious sweet treat to beat the heat. They sell lots of other drink items and snacks. I also requested a pup cup for my dog waiting in the air-conditioned Jeep. That set me back $8. Card and cash was accepted. Service was friendly. Check their hours before heading there. They currently are closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Amazing food and very friendly owner. A hidden gem on our Route 66 road trip. We had pizza and iced…read morelattes

The owner's husband didn't know that the dish he made (the Heart Attack) was actually a dish made…read morefamous in Springfield, IL. Texas Toast with a burger patty, grilled onions, fries, cheese and (here is where it changes) a choice of white gravy, brown gravy, Red Sauce or Green Sauce. Also known as Horseshoes! I chose the red sauce and it was delicious. Perfectly medium Rare. My only complaint was the onions. When I hear "grilled onions" I think soft and caramelized. The onions I recieved didn't even seem to touch the pan. But it was still a delicious dish. The waitress was great! Wonderful sense of humor. Did everything she could to make us feel comfortable and happy. Well done! The diner was just that...a typical Route 66 Roadside Diner ... but elevated. I would definitely go again to try their breakfast and/or dinner. I would recommend this diner to anyone!

Since my dog was waiting in the air-conditioned Jeep, I decided on SideKix on 66 for a takeout…read moredinner. This little diner in Tucumcari, NM has extensive menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The service was very friendly and hospitable... encouraging me to take a seat while I waited back on August 2, 2026. It was one of the waitress's birthday which made me super happy but simultaneously sad because it was also my youngest daughter's birthday - she was in Cali at the time visiting her dad before school started. I DIGRESS... There was a variety of seating arrangements. The chairs had really cool upholstery beckoning to the 50s era in the area. One dish in particular caught my eyes: Southwest chicken fried steak ($19.49). I had it with green sauce. I almost chose Christmas style - red and green sauce. The green beans and mashed potatoes with cream gravy were just fine. So was the roll. The steak was mostly tender, savory, and hearty. I was able to take the sauce and breading off to share with my canine. They also sold souvenirs. They still seem to be recovering from a fire from the previous year especially with their prices - a bit high in my opinion. I'm a fan nonetheless. RATING BREAKDOWN Food: 4 | Service: 5 | Ambiance: 4 | Price: 3

Dining here was Recommended by the hotel staff. We were Seated quickly, and staff were attentive…read moreand friendly, Decor gives a very vintage, hometown feel, just like one would have expected traveling Rt 66 "back in the day". Pretty extensive menu, focus on simple, filling and delicious. The chicken fried steak is a huge portion, well seasoned and fried without overcooking, The chopped sirloin was equally delicious. Would highly recommend!

Greeted almost immediately. Seated and received drinks really quickly. Waitress was helpful and…read morefriendly. (LA H sorry she mentioned her name, I don't remember it.) Dan wanted Chicken Fried Chicken Steak with Baked Potato and Onion Rings. A reasonable/ Good amount were served. Waitress verified he wanted White Gravy on the steak. It was really good. I asked about the Shrimp & Fish Tacos and Waitress said, many customers rave about them. I chose the Hatch Green Chile Relleno. This was delicious. Since I eat so small meals, half was left, but with 2.5-3 hr drive home, I chose to say "it was great but time in the car unrefrigerated probably not a good idea." Cute Gift shop and diner. Food was reasonably priced. Nice to be out of the car for a duration on the way back home.

Friendly hometown service and fabulous BBQ. You will find it down a side street ... well worth…read morethe diversion off the freeway.

Different place-- attached to a hardware store. Pretty good barbeque. We shared a plate of ribs…read moreand brisket. Friendly service.

Food was fantastic, but they don't take any online coupons because it's owned by love's. Seriously…read moredisappointed as it's still in Arby's it shouldn't matter if it's under the umbrella of loves or not. Service was great. Got our food quickly, and it's that laid-back Arby's atmosphere we're all familiar with.

Stopped at the Arby's inside the Love's in Tucumcari, New Mexico, and it was a solid 4-star…read moreexperience. The staff were friendly and quick, even with a steady stream of travelers. My sandwich was hot, the curly fries were crispy, and--bonus--the shake machine was working. The dining area was clean too, which isn't always the case at gas station spots. It wasn't perfect (the wait was a little long), but for a roadside Arby's, it definitely did the job.

Our server JoJo was amazing. She made sure our food was put in promptly and everything was correct…read more Our food was good also.

Jessica B offered amazing service with a very friendly disposition! Will definitely be back!read more

Every time I visit Tucumcari, I eat at Dells, which is very good. But this time I'm trying…read moresomething different. I decided to try La Cita. I'm glad I did! I visited on a Monday evening, around 5pm. That's usually the time us old folks eat. I had no issue getting a table. Promptly seated, I ordered a beer and my dinner. The menu is a good mix, something for everyone. I ordered the Chili Rellenos. Of course I ordered that. Hey, when in Rome..... My meal was served quick and hot. Waiting a minute to cool was definitely in the cards. No problem, I had my beer, salsa and chips to occupy me while the steam settled. After a bit, I dug in. First fork was the rice. Oh, was that rice ever good! The only problem was that there wasn't enough. I suggest that you order a side of that glorious grain. Fantastic! The refried beans, well, were ok, but just ok. The Hatch greenies, as you'd expect, were outstanding and very flavorful. I ordered them Christmas style, with green and red sauce. Both of those condiments were tasty, but of the two, the green sauce stood out. Boy did it ever. I'll be dreaming of that sauce later tonight. Hopefully my girlfriend doesn't pop into the picture.....OR, maybe she should! LoL, now that would be a dream! Don't worry about parking, as there is more than ample. You can park in the front, the back, either side, and if you're driving a big rig, pulling a trailer, or driving a tank, they've got you covered. Across the street is special parking for those vehicles. More parking outside than tables inside. Pay La Cita a visit for a romantic dinner, or as I did, by yourself....my dream trend may have helped with that. Hey, I may be old, but certainly not dead! Quick Tip: I parked in the back, and when leaving, I took the dirt alley. It was a fun adventure. I'd suggest that you do it during daylight hours though. You never know who you'll run into, or for that matter, over! Let's hope it isn't Skinny Pete or Badger.

My girlfriend and I were very excited to try this place during our short stay in Tucumcari in hopes…read moreof some good, authentic Mexican food. Based off of the other Yelp reviews, I had high hopes, but unfortunately, we were let down by this place. We ordered online and ordered multiple different dishes in order to try them out. Here are the dishes that I got: Brisket Burrito: The meat was dried out and tasted several days old and reheated. The burrito also didn't seem to have the pan fried potatoes that were supposed to be in it. Tacos al Carbon: From the first bite I knew I wasn't going to eat these; the steak tasted weird, with a weird texture, and seemed old. Enchilladas: I got them with beef & green sauce; the beef had a decent flavor and texture. Stuffed Sopapilla: The sopapilla itself had a good comfort food type of taste and texture. I got it with beef & green sauce. The beef had a decent flavor and texture. As for the sides--the Mexican rice just tasted like salt, and the beans were bland and flavorless. If you're looking for fresh, yummy Mexican food--don't waste your money on this place. I have no idea how it has so many good Yelp reviews.

Wow!!!! What a find. We each got 100%+ of our RDA of sugar in one donut. Treat b4 church. Excellent…read morevariety, quality. Reasonable. P.S. That's "Chuck", 4-star general of donut creation

We stopped here on the way to the nearby ev charging station. The hand filled the donuts to order…read moreand offer fresh fruit smoothies. The donut was soft and fresh. Excellent

This place was fun! Has a bit of a Texas Chainsaw Massacre vibe but the barbecue was pretty good…read more Lots of kittens running around.

Been trading there off and on since 2017. Really enjoy the moment I walk through the door. It's…read morelike stepping back in time. So much to see and they have lots of useful ranch type items. The food is phenomenal. Lots of friendly welcoming smiles. You will never meet another couple as special as the Watsons.

We were traveling through and it was the closest place to our hotel so we thought we'd give it a…read moretry. It was very good. If you like green chiles make sure to have them add them to your burger. Staff was nice and helpful.

This was such a blast from the past. The small town I grew up in had a Lotaburger and I haven't…read moreseen one in person in 20 years. The burgers are just as good as they always have been and the onion rings: YUM. We even tried a peach shake, which was delicious. Highly recommend you try this place if you haven't ever before.