In a courtyard amongst an eclectic gathering of nostalgic signs, archaic devices, and gimmicky…read morestatues, you'll enjoy amazing Mexican food in a unique and quirky environment. Entering from the far left of the complex, you'll find a food truck behind the walls. And this is what Elephant Ranch is all about. I almost never order quesadillas. I'm a traditionalist who steers clear of Tex-Mex. But when the lady inside the truck tells you the Al Pastor Quesadilla is the best thing they serve, you get it and you don't ask questions! And it was soooo delicious! Beautifully melted pepper jack cheese entertains your taste buds. Spicy green chiles delight your senses. Marinated pork is found in every bite. And the homemade tortillas practically melt in your mouth. Elephant Ranch an oasis, a marvelous stop after 115 miles on eastbound Highway 70 without a single restaurant on the highway!

It's a very eclectic bar for sure with a multitude of random signs from a variety of businesses…read moreboth new and old. Drinks are wonderful and well crafted. I selected the frozen pina colada and it went well with the 100° day. No A/C but the bar is equipped with several ceiling fans which helps. Our server was attentive and very helpful. Highly recommend if you're out this way. Just look for the pink, polka dotted elephant!

Hidden gem! The…read moreHappy Camper club is definitely a place I could see myself frequenting if I lived in the area. Great staff, great food, and very chill environment. Had pretzel bites and a chicken ceaser salad. To be blunt, I was shocked at how good the chicken ceaser was. Pretzel bites were fantastic as well. They've got a good amount of beer and cider options all are from New Mexico brewers. Nice decor as well. *see pics* I wouldn't have found the place without direction of a local, and I'm happy about the recommendation! Thanks for a great meal, some good convo and some great tips for brewers outside of my home state.

We love eating here with friends. The patio is great. Great selection of drinks. Good service.read more

Excellent cocktail menu The kindest employees/owners…read more10/10 views Such an unexpected and delightful find--I'd wager it's the best cocktail in 100 miles.

Friendly staff. Very good music on the night we were there. Food trucks. I do not drink distilled…read morespirits but there are craft beers and wine. Had a great time.

Cute little spot for cocktails featuring the Dry Point products. Apparently the hours are…read more"flexible" (they decided to close more than 1 hour earlier than usual) so call ahead before making plans.

Fun place to stop in for a creative cocktail with spirits made from this distillery. Staff is…read morefriendly and attentive. There are plenty of options for seating. I tried the Oaxacan Old Fashioned with tequila, Sotol, bitters, lime, and agave. It was tasty and refreshing on a day that hit close to 100 degrees. I will definitely return to try more cocktails.

Cool vibe. Cold beers. Brings me back to my youth hanging out in the Yellowbird in Astoria, Queens…read more Would recommend a stop for a drink.

This is a decent spot to grab a drink in the TorC area, and seems to be the only option for late…read morenight cocktails. Unless you pay to run the jukebox, it can be awkward, and depending on which bartender you get you may or may not receive great service. We went here twice during our visit which was midweek. I would have given another star if music would have been playing in between the chosen jukebox selections. I think we might come back next time we are here, as long as the sweet female bartender is there.

Kind of in an odd location. Food and service were both good, especially the service. That said, I…read morewouldn't go back there due to prominent displays of MAGA merchandise. If that's your thing, this place is definitely for you but it made me very uncomfortable.

Food was good. French onion soup was rich and buttery. Service was slow, and seldom spoke. We…read morehad to repeatedly flag down help to get drink refills and the check. The ambiance was not welcoming.

I honestly thought the food reviews were fluff! I wanted Birria tacos and they were the place…read more Went on a date here and the tacos were AWESOME! They are full of flavor, including the consomé and so is their house salsa verde. I have ordered from here quite a few times. Their wings are also delicious! The teriyaki flavor are my favorites. Looking forward to eating here again when I return to the town.

Good bar food/pizza options. The cheese bread, fried onion petals, wings and fried okra was…read moredelicious. The buffalo chicken pizza was okay (didn't really stand out for me). What's nice about this joint is that they have a separate dining area that is more ambient for a date night or a family dinner for example from the bowling area. Noise level in the dining area was not too bad due to this distance and separation. They had the place decorated for Halloween which was extra fun. Clean restrooms and ample parking (free).

Helloooooo!!!! DamnI just want to say my friends and I flew out from vegas to be here for a show…read moreand it was sooo much fun! BUT, the problem we had was your security . Excuse my language, but these guys were assholes. They made us feel unwelcome. I understand your security has a job to do, but they didn't have to be so mean. This was on Friday the 24th after the night ended at 1am. Everything about being in New Mexico was amazing, but your security was so unwelcoming. . We tried to be nice, and they weren't nice so now I'm here. Other than that, thank you soooo much for having us!! We had a blastt and New Mexico is amazing, but these security people were not friendly and not the vibe.

The drinks are okay. I have @had Manhattans,Sazeracs and a Whiskey Sour.My wife has tried the…read moreMartini and some drink specials. Music is usually not at all suitable to the clientele and usually too loud when the place is empty earlier in the evening. Service is good, but this definitely not the retro cocktail lounge experience you might be seeking.

Food 4.5 stars Ambiance 5 stars…read more Service 5 stars Amazing rustic restaurant tucked away in Pinos Altos. The vibe, the interior, the saloon feeling, was all amazing. Had an excellent filet served perfectly blue-rare as requested. Great cut of meat without a blemish. Didn't get to see any live music or use of the opera house. Can't wait to return again and check this box as well.

We had a yummy dinner here the day before Thanksgiving. We were staying nearby in Piños Altos area…read morefor holiday and weekend. This place popped up on the map nearby and was chosen by a family member. We went in for an early dinner around 5pm, with a reservation as other reviews said to reserve and we had 8 people. At that time, we didn't need to book anything, was plenty of space, but by the time we left it had filled up in the front bar and seating area near the fireplace and the dining room in the back where we had been. The food was solid. A couple people in our group ordered the ribeye which was good, a burger, and we had 2 servings of the green chile pork stew, that was my favorite thing. It had a really nice green chile flavor and some good heat to it. I liked the cheese, sour cream, and delicious tortillas served with it. I ordered a glass of wine but I didn't love it, it was a heavier red than I like, should have had a beer or iced tea. All in all, a unique restaurant to have a family dinner, with an old time ambiance and modern service & food. They have a door to the old opera house area that people can go check out, it was definitely run down and lackluster back there. Doesn't seem to be used at this time and smelled of fried food. Maybe kitchen smells waft back there. Not much of a draw, however the front entrance and saloon area was cool. They had a live musician, couldn't hear it in the back dining room but I saw him by the big painting of cartoonish nude woman.

Oh gosh where to start???? The decor is awesome. The…read morehospitality beats that, and the bev and food beats all!! So I say "bev & food," because the beverages come first. I had a watermelon, mint and tequila cocktail that was as advertised, "summer in a glass!" The comes a braised short rib and Oregon Pinot Noir - both to die for. The puree under the ribs and pumpkin seeds made all the textures and tastes wonderful. (And shame on me. I was so excited by that plate I forgot to take a picture!!) Nooow add in my server, Solomon, and it's nearly a party! But then... here comes the Chef to check on me, and his name?? FREEDOM!! Just soak that in! This is a can't miss spot if you're in El Paso.

Freedom does an incredible job with the food and I highly recommend you check this place out!…read more My coworker and I stopped in for happy hour after our conference and ordered a few appetizers and drinks. Besides everything being delicious, the staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, and always made sure we were taken care of. They were playing Gone With the Wind on the TV with some soft rock and roll in the background. Very relaxing ambiance. By the way, make sure to get the dessert. Their new strawberry basil shortcake is to DIE for!