Rig parked across the street at the DQ Dancing Eagle Truck Stop. Saw a poster on the wall this…read morecasino had a Diner and decided to check out their breakfast. The casino is kinda strict, doesn't allow photography which I feel really works against them considering we're in the age of TikTok, YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels era, if your customers or patrons don't share the entertainment experience, there's really nothing else you can do to drive foot traffic. Organic growth comes from a feedback loop. Even a blue collared truck driver like me knows something bout marketing. But oh well. I had to put my phone away. And now, about this Great American Diner. Had I not seen the poster about this breakfast joint...I would have never known there was a diner nestled away in this village. Now that I've ordered the Pork Chops + Eggs Breakfast Platter........and at $8.99? Honestly, these are the best pork chops I've ever eaten on the road. They're packed with juice, a balanced amount of fat, the seasoning is a mix of rosemary, lime, salt, cracked pepper, garlic and oregano. And again for $8.99....wow, does this place no justice because it's empty on a Monday morning. So there it is, if you're ever on route 66, stop in here for the pork chops. Somehow the casino restaurant operators are running this place as either a loss leader (such as Costco's hotdogs), Or... Inflation doesn't exist on Indian Reservations..

Outstanding! A friend had been there years ago and was craving a California Club with red chili and…read moreinvited me to go. I had the best Indian Taco! Shredded beef, beans, red chili, lettuce and tomatoes. Yum! Service was outstanding, I think her name was Carrie. Loved the trees and decor within the restaurant making the ambiance cozy. I'm hoping he won't wait that long to return because I'm definitely going back!

Small family restaurant. You have the option of buffet or menu…read more I chose the buffet so I could try a little of everything. I tried more than I should have. lol. I liked that the trays were small because they would continue to fill with fresh food. I appreciated that the fried food was still crunchy crispy and everything was hot! The egg drop soup was good until it got cold. Then it had a funny taste. I appreciated that the sweet and sour pork was cut tiny and you wadded your own sauce. The couple of chicken dishes that I had were tasty. I was really wanting egg foo young which they had on the buffet but it was missing the brown gravy. There was a good variety of options on the buffet. Chicken, shrimp, and pork. Brown and white rice. Noodles and two kinds of soup. There were some American items like fries, corn and chicken nuggets I think. They had a salad bar and a freezer filled with tubs of ice cream so you could scoop your own. It must be a town favorite because it got very busy very quickly.

It was very good. Different than what we have at our local restaurant in California-- but all good!…read moreFair price-- place was busy-- which is a good sign. Very nice and attentive staff. Did not know it was a buffet-- but that worked out for us-- good variety-- all hot!!

Great find in small town. Good food, friendly owners, will…read morereturn. Don't be put off by offbeat setting.

The food was amazing! A true "hole in the wall", the ambiance is non-existent, but the food was…read moreworth it. We got egg drop soup, hot and sour soup, orange chicken and mixed vegetables with beef, fried rice with both. Everything was very fresh.

A Desert Gem: Navajo Blue Travel Plaza If you're cruising…read morethrough the heart of the Navajo Nation near Flagstaff, you have to stop at Navajo Blue Travel Plaza. It's more than just a pit stop; it's a cool, modern tribute to Diné culture with some of the best food on the road. The Highlight: The "Soo Big Burger" is the star of the show. You can get it on a standard bun, but the move is definitely ordering it on fresh Navajo Fry Bread. It's made with 100% Navajo Beef, and the quality is obvious from the first bite. If you like heat, be sure to add the green chile for that authentic Southwest kick. Final Verdict: Whether you're a local or just passing through to see the monuments, this spot is a "must." Great food, rich culture, and a perfectly "cool" atmosphere.

The food is delicious! Especially the curly fries!!! The…read moreburger I had was the cheese burger and it was delicious! I really enjoyed my meal. Best part of it all was the Barqs Root Beer, the best root beer of all!!! The building is small and it's a place for To-Go (take away) orders only. The service is also great, although I came at a bad time because it was an hour wait due to their long lists of orders. But it's definitely worth the wait!! I'll definitely come back!!

I picked this place for lunch based on a review seen on a Facebook New Mexico restaurant page…read more Very nice! I was seated right away and served with a bowl of fresh chips and some excellent homemade salsa. Since they served no beer, I chose water. The server was friendly and efficient. My order of à sopaipilla burger soon appeared with a generous portion of fries prepared how I like them. All of the young women working there were cheerful and eager to ensure that customers had everything they needed. It's an old-timey restaurant you might not even find if you stayed on the freeway and didn't cruise old Route 66. The home style atmosphere is augmented by sales of homemade salsa and some excellent biscochitos to go. I'll be back, it's a winner!

Friendly service from the moment we arrived, enjoyed our tortilla chips and salsa and studied the…read moremenu... so many choices. We decide on chili rellenos, cooked a different way here and chicken enchilada, chicken taco and combo plate. Unsweetened iced tea and had some to go! It's hot out there and the tea helped! Various chili sauces to try and rice and beans with each dish along with tortillas and sopaipilla. Glad we stopped here!

Nice to have this restaurant in Thoreau,NM, Good food and fast service. Also appears very clean.read more

Great food and kind staff. Restroom closed though so that is a negative but other than that I would…read morehighly recommend eating here. Burgers, Mexican cuisine, salad and Indian fry bread. Yum!

I had an outstanding dinner at this restaurant last night, and it truly exceeded my expectations…read more The place was nearly full when I arrived, but they seated me right away. The service was incredibly efficient from start to finish. They quickly took my drink order, brought the drinks, and immediately followed with fresh salsa and chips. My server took the order promptly, and the salad arrived almost right away. The main course came out perfectly timed--just as I finished my salad. The prime rib was absolutely phenomenal--the best I've had in a long time. It was cooked to perfection, juicy, and full of flavor. What really stood out was the team. The waitresses were sharp, fast, and professional even though the restaurant was busy. The young food runners were on point too--they cleared plates immediately and kept everything running smoothly. Everyone worked together like a well-oiled machine. For a delicious prime rib dinner, the bill came to about $60 before tip, which is an excellent value. You're getting top-quality food and service at a very fair price. Places like this are the heart of American small business. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and support them--you won't be disappointed!

Amazing service in a newly updated cozy interior. My dinner steak was perfectly grilled. Absolutely…read moredelicious and served with an equally delicious baked potato. Steaks priced $$.

This is a wonderful restaurant off I-40 located inside the casino. Listen up my fellow travelers,…read morethis is an amazing place to stop and eat. My husband and I both ordered the Navajo taco (fry bread with beans, seasoned ground beef, chili sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream). The fry bread is perfectly soft with just enough chewy texture to make your mouth so happy. The fry bread isn't quite the same thickness as you'd get in Montana, but it was still pretty darn good (and I ate every bite of the fry bread!). My husband got the red chili and I got a combination. I preferred the green though. It has a nice bite whereas the red chili tasted more earthy to me. The restaurant was not busy at all. The food came out quickly and it all tasted super fresh. We would stop here again for sure!

Had a 10 hour break here and decided to try this place out. Was excited to try the green chile pork…read morestew and fry bread. Saw they had a mutton sandwich as well which i had to try. The Stew was perfect! Spicy and everything tasted extremely fresh and well made. Never had Mutton before and i enjoyed that as well. Mutton has a very gamey taste that i am not used to but it wasn't unpleasant. It was cooked well and again it was all very fresh and so Delicious. They have a seafood buffet also that was going on while i sat there and i saw people with piles of crab leg and a few other items that looked really good. Service wasn't great seemed like they forgot about me once my food arrived but overall good experience.