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    Pajar Mexican Kitchen

    4.1 (31 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Breakfast at Pajar
    LaRita W.

    Excellent coffee and breakfast spot! We had exceptional customer service, quick and friendly! Also, the best salsa around!

    Asada tacos with a side order of rice and substitute charro beans for refried.
    Julia M.

    Good flavorful authentic Mexican food. Clean tables and amazing staff. Mexican music playing as they cook our food. Recommend the birria tacos and asada tacos. Salsa is delicious and not too spicy.

    Quesabirria tacos
    Lauren S.

    Quesabirria? More like be my BOOTHANG! Oh, the dreams of this place will be in my heart for the rest of my life. I've had quesabirria and choriqueso at many places, but Pajar has it done right. So delicious, so flavorful, so in love with this spot. Las Cruces- you have a gem in your city!!! Not only was the food amazing, the service was incredible, warm hospitality and a quaint location that makes you smile.

    Entrance
    Brian O.

    We decided to try the recently opened Pajar Mexican Kitchen for lunch today. The interior has been updated from the previous restaurant owner. My wife had a shredded chicken quesadilla and I had the smothered (green) carne asada burrito plate (with rice and beans). Both of our meals were delicious. Service was fine. We will return.

    Al pastor
    Tiffany N.

    Good was great, a smaller restaurant in the middle of a plaza, very inexpensive and good service

    Food truck menu
    Rocky R.

    Food truck near house. Great, authentic food and service. Serves mixture of meat, and for being a restaurant as well as a food truck, the food is very presentable and yummy. We look forward to visiting the restaurant soon.

    Josiah G.

    Birria Raman is so good. My wife got the chili cheese fries and said she liked them a lot.

    Birria burrito

    The food is mediocre. If you're looking for spicy it isn't here. I ordered the hot green sauce and was very mild. The birria tasted good but was simply stewed pot roast in sauce.

    Lacks flavor, oily, and filled with salt. Not what I was expecting ... expect your sodium levels to skyrocket soon after consuming. Food was not Fresh.

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    Chelsea H.

    probably some of the birra ive ever had. we ended up here after a yelp search and would recommend Pajar to anyone. will be returning! the chorizoqueso and quesobirra tacos were exceptional. the charro beans were amazing and in a super good broth. consume was delicious

    Quesabirria
    Elaine F.

    Really enjoyed the fresh bountiful food at this food-truck turned restaurant. The plates come loaded with savory goodness. I had the Quesabirria and the meat was juicy and tender, the sauce paced with flavor and I paid less than 10 dollars for 4 beef-filled tacos. I will be back for sure.

    John H.

    I had to do four stars instead of five this time because the salsa wasn't nearly as good as it used to be. A little too much tomato in the salsa this time. Aside from that, the food was terrific. Those green enchiladas with carne asada were delicious. My wife had chilaquiles with a red sauce and that was also very good. Pajar isn't your typical "New Mexico" style so I go here for a change from the norm. I usually get the quesabirria tacos and it was hard for me to try something different but I was very impressed with the enchiladas.

    Chips & salsa, quesabirria, unsweet tea.

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    Food is always amazing and a warm and friendly staff. Birria tacos are wonderful! Also really enjoyed the tacos el pastor.

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    The quesabirria and chilaquiles are perfect. Christmas is the move for the chilaquiles, but I will dream of the red chile salsa forever.

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    3 years ago

    I went here not knowing what to expect. The barria tacos and sauce were amazing! The sauce was so hot but so good as well.

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    Tucked away into a strip center, you could miss it entirely. Glad I didnt. Food was very good, especially the birria. Definitely recommend.

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    Worst service ever!! Or should I say no service at all? I hope they get better staff. The restaurant itself is nice and looks clean.

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    4.3
    (236 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    This restaurant has a massive attitude problem. Particularly with the short brunette bartender. The…read morenasty and rude behavior I experienced on Saturday (2/28) was completely uncalled for. We waited 10 minutes at the bar before we were finally asked what drinks we wanted. All for this lady to be nasty toward us the entire night. We wanted a refill on water, we had to ask. We wanted another cocktail, we had to ask. This is not how you work with customers. She should be removed. Finally, we are FETCH shoppers and asked for an itemized receipt and the bartender had a few feelings about it. The entire reason we went there was to get the FETCH points and she was not happy about that request. The manager also failed to get an actual itemized receipt it was missing key information for the FETCH app redeem. Not worth a visit.

    This restaurant is located in an inn and the decor inside and out is beautiful You arrive to…read morelighted trees and lovely statues Inside is regal with peacocks and bold decorations Service was fabulous My friends steak wasn't to her liking and the waiter and manager made sure she was satisfied and gave her a free dessert I ordered the pecan crusted salmon that melted in your mouth It was cooked perfectly on a bed of shaved brussel sprouts Excellent dining experience

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    The sports bar area
    Appetizers: Guacamole & Seared Ahi Tuna  Drinks: Michelada w/ Dos XX
    Appetizers: Guacamole & Seared Ahi Tuna Drinks: Michelada w/ Dos XX
    Red chili cauliflower. Very satisfying with the blue cheese.

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    Red chili cauliflower. Very satisfying with the blue cheese.
    La Posta de Mesilla

    La Posta de Mesilla

    3.6
    (1k reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    Party of 4--we stopped in for drinks and dessert and ended up really enjoying it…read more Everyone ordered something different--margarita, wine, beer, and an old fashioned with a smoked twist--and all of them were really good. Prices were about what you'd expect, nothing crazy. The desserts were just as solid--very tasty and a great way to wrap things up. Our waitress was super nice and always nearby if we needed anything, without hovering. Overall, a great spot to swing by even if you're just going for drinks and dessert. Definitely worth it.

    I came into town to help care for my uncle while he was battling cancer. This was not his first…read morefight. It was his seventh round with a different cancer. He has beaten stage four cancer three separate times. Needless to say, his career military background and having just retired in October 2025 served him well. He has faced every diagnosis head-on like the true American soldier he is. During one of our quiet conversations, he shared something that clearly weighed on him. He was heartbroken that he never got the chance to take his wife out for their 55th wedding anniversary in December because he was in the hospital. The next day, I asked him a simple question. If you could pick one restaurant within a 100-mile radius, just one, where would you want to go once you had your strength back? Without hesitation, he said La Posta. Over the next few weeks, a lot changed. He was released from the hospital. He slowly began to regain his strength. First the cane went away, then short walks turned into longer ones, and eventually he was even driving himself from LC to EPT for doctor's appointments. When I finally asked if he felt strong enough to go to that meal we had talked about, he lit up. He started telling me stories. How his father used to bring him to La Posta. How it had remained top notch throughout the years. He went into detail about every menu item he loved. But the one thing he really wanted me to understand was the ambiance. You will get it when you are there, he told me. I called to see if they took reservations. We were not even sure they did. A young woman named Priscilla answered the phone. I explained the situation. My uncle was finally strong enough to return to his favorite restaurant, one that held a lifetime of memories, and he had missed celebrating his 55th wedding anniversary. I told her I wanted to surprise them and make the night unforgettable. I even mentioned I was planning to have flowers delivered. Priscilla did not hesitate. She immediately connected me with her manager, Teresa. I asked if we could have a larger table than one meant for three people because my uncle wanted to order everything. Honestly, I just wanted him to eat, to enjoy himself, to feel normal again. Teresa agreed without question. Then something unexpected happened. Teresa explained that Priscilla was a single mom of two who had recently started a floral business on the side and truly wanted to help make this night special. She asked if it would be okay to involve her. Of course, I said yes. I was transferred back to Priscilla and told her to go big. No expense spared. I gave her full creative freedom and an unlimited budget. Unbeknownst to me, Priscilla partnered with a friend who specialized in balloon arrangements. What she created was nothing short of breathtaking. Place cards. Multiple floral centerpieces. An ornate floral display. A large professional sign welcoming my aunt and uncle to the restaurant. She handled everything with grace, professionalism, and kindness, even as our party grew from three people to thirteen. And then the story took a turn. The day before the dinner, my uncle was rushed into emergency surgery. Suddenly, everything was uncertain. Half the family canceled to stay at the hospital. We kept Priscilla updated as events unfolded. Not once did she complain. Not once did she lose her composure. She adapted to every change with pure professionalism and empathy. She even adjusted the floral arrangements when we decided to bring flowers and food to the hospital instead. That is when I learned that the owners of La Posta had been informed of the situation. The male manager on duty, and I regret not remembering his name, passed along a message from them expressing their deepest condolences and gratitude. He also shared that they wished they could have been there to meet my uncle. There really are still good people in this world. After her shift ended at 4 p.m., Priscilla went to pick up her kids and then came back to the restaurant just to meet me. She walked me through everything she had created and explained the work behind it. When I asked how much I owed her, she paused and said she wanted to bless my family and could not accept payment. I was overwhelmed. Her work would have easily cost four to five hundred dollars. I insisted on tipping her at the very least, and she reluctantly agreed. The food that night was incredible. We had a wonderful server, and the food was amazing. We ordered extra meals to go so my cousins could bring my uncle his favorite dishes back to the hospital. It was a small way to lift his spirits during one of the darkest moments our family has faced. My uncle asked me to thank you for the food. And I want to thank everyone at La Posta for the hospitality, the compassion, and the humanity. When my uncle regains his strength and comes home again, we will return with his wife so he can finally give her the 55th wedding anniversary dinner they both deserve.

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    Chaviras

    Chaviras

    3.4
    (11 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    The smell when the door was opened was amazing. It was a bit like home which was nice. The food…read morehowever tasted like a different story. I now understand the "greasy" comment regarding the tacos. Yes, they were a little bit but it wasn't horribly offensive. Also, tacos can simply be a little greasy. It's fine, not a deal breaker. The tacos were very small portions, a bit smaller than the street tacos I'm used to. The carne asada was OK. It had a decent flavor but was like "pow" flavorful or OMGosh I have to have more. It satisfied my craving. The carnitas were also OK. Nothing super exciting. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here for food but wouldn't be offended to have it again. I appreciated that it's also a small store which sells a variety of meats with some decent sales. Spices and a small amount of fresh produce. Customer service was pleasant and efficient.

    Chaviras a local food market with two locations in Las Cruces. They also prepare mostly Mexican…read morefood items to take out. This location even has drive through service. They have butcher shop for those looking for fresh meat. Chaviras has a great selection of fresh Mexican pastries, fresh produce and a selection of frozen food options and canned goods. My wife and I picked up a couple of bean and cheese burritos to take home. I just wish that they didn't use LARD on their beans, as we do not eat pork. As an observation, Chavira is a Spanish family name.

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    The butcher shop
    Chaviras
    Chaviras

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    Andele's Dog House

    Andele's Dog House

    4.3
    (395 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    You gotta come here to believe this. This is Andele's Dog House? Thinking it had something to do…read morewith hot dogs. Not a chance. This is the ultimate in dog friendly New Mex -Mexican food. We're both indoor and outdoor seating, you have to be out of your mind not to sit out door next to the fireplace. This is New Mexico in the winter at its best. So on this trip, I was after the ultimate chili relleno. They are excellent here. I'm a Pan Fried guy. None of that baked in the oven nonsense. Of course you can get them covered in red sauce or green sauce, but the queso sauce here is really great. Sopapillas here are also simply outstanding for dessert. Go for the plain. The wait staff are delightful. Helpful efficient, and don't pester you. Bring your dog.

    First time in New Mexico and couldn't miss indulging in southwestern cuisine. Andele's dog house is…read morevery casual and affordable with a nice dog-friendly patio. Indoor space is quite small. Service is fast and friendly. My girlfriend and I ordered beers, the chile con queso, and two combination plates (one green one red). My favorite item was the chile con queso, served with warm tortillas. Grabbed some pico de gallo from the salsa bar to top the queso with and it was fabulous. Combo plates were good and hearty. I'd recommend the red one over the green - the pork tamale was the best item, followed by the enchilada. I didn't care for the flauta, which felt overcooked and dry. Overall enjoyed my experience.

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