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    Pena's Place

    4.4 (108 reviews)
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    PENA'S PLACE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Huevos Rancheros with sausage

    We will be in town a few more days and certainly be eating here again. The service was great and the food was delivered piping hot. You cannot go wrong stopping here for breakfast. We had huevos rancheros and the breakfast burrito with 3 eggs, potatoes, and chorizo covered in tomatillo salsa. Our breakfast for two was $30 which seemed a steal compared to the $50 we spent at another place the day before.

    Biscuits and gravy with chorizo combo and over-easy egg! Looks basic. Tastes GREAT.
    Quandra T.

    Such a cute little solid local spot! Came here for breakfast and it REALLY hit the spot. I got the biscuits and gravy combo with chorizo and an extra egg on the side. PERFECT portion for me. We were able to sit right down without waiting and our food came fresh and fast after we ordered. Sidonia was so sweet and attentive. Even the glasses of apple juice and orange juice tasted amazing. I'm already anticipating my next visit, plus, just writing this review makes me miss the food already. If I lived here, this seems like the spot I'd swing by frequently!

    Dan B.

    Fantastic food! I had the Breakfast Burrito which is three scrambled eggs with green chile, potatoes, cheese, and bacon (or ham, sausage, or chorizo - your choice), all wrapped in a flour tortilla and served with beans. For $1.00 extra you can get it smothered in green or red sauce - Yes, red please! Warning for the small dish of salsa they bring, go lightly at first. It packs quite the heat! I also tried their biscuits and gravy (one biscuit), and it was crazy good! The waiter was working his butt off running amongst the tables in the small dining area - emphasis on Small! There's only room for about six tables so get there early (they open at 7:30am)! They do have a small outdoor courtyard with a couple of umbrellas covered tables. They serve breakfast and lunch only. Their lunch menu looks good and it states on the menu that it's served all day ...for those of you who aren't "breakfast people". Check this place out, it's a winner! Oh, and make sure you leave a nice tip for the hard working employees!

    Combination plate and Relleno plate 2 ice tea. $30
    Pete S.

    Not a fan. The food was ok. Use hamburger for everything. They offer chicken but no other beef. Kind of bland. The people were very friendly. The restaurant was clean. A little pricey for what you get.

    Lynn C.

    The man shoveling snow when we pulled up directed us where to park, it had been snowing and couldn't see tire tracks. We went in and sat down and he bragged that they had the same cook for 20 years. I sweet lady took our orders and the service and atmosphere were so inviting. The guy who was shoveling snow disappeared behind the wall and we noticed a newspaper article praising the restaurant owner/cook and his wife on the wall. The food was satisfying and delicious. The service was comfortable. The chips and salsa...AMAZING

    Loved the fresh salsa
    Liz B.

    Ok the combo plates 5 star. The relleno is the best I've had oddly. The green sauce doesn't taste green chili but instead tomatillo, which I prefer, so don't expect it to be spicy because it won't be, which I prefer . Now for the bad...the pancakes were so bad I couldn't eat them and I'm sad. I got pecan blue berry. They tasted dry and bitter like whole wheat. Dense and not fluffy. If I had not eaten the combo plate the day before, I'd probably not ever go back because the pancakes were that bad. So don't order those and you'll be good lol. Chips fresh salsa fresh. Breakfast (other than pancakes) great. Be prepared to wait during high season. Lunch available for breakfast too.

    Yummmm

    So good. The red sauce enchiladas are delish...the plating is well done, the service is wonderful. Cozy place to have breakfast or lunch ch..

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    Always delicious consistent food. Friendly service. Must stop by if in Ruidoso. Everything is delicious

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    Great service, very friendly and attentive. Small dining area but it was clean and felt very homely.

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    I really enjoy this place. very good food. The food is excellent. And the employees are very nice.

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    Very good food and services small place but I've lucked out and got table when I got there

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    3 years ago

    Eaten there for breakfast many times. Excellent food and service. I have had omelettes several times. Everything is good.

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    I loved the chile rellano and guacamole. Disappointed they don't offer queso. Great service!

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    3 years ago

    The staff were super friendly and the food was good. The owner came out and talked with us. We will be back!

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    Fresh breakfast, nice big portions on the mega plate. Would definitely go back. Service was prompt,…read moreand the place was clean.

    This restaurant had great reviews and it didn't disappoint. If I had to compare it, I'd say it's…read morevery similar to Cracker Barrel or Black Bear Diner. I ordered a bacon cheeseburger and it was delicious. My daughters also ordered burgers and really enjoyed theirs. My son ordered fish (cod) and chips and thought it was decent. Hubby ordered an all meat scramble and enjoyed it though he didn't anticipate the sausage to be ground. A texture thing. My younger kiddos split a chicken strip plate and it was large enough. The waitress brought out an extra plate and that was appreciated. Me and my kiddos ordered juice and it was room temperature. Is that normal? Eh, I don't know. But we asked for a cup of ice on the side and they graciously brought it out to cool our beverages. You pay at the counter after the waiter brings you your receipt. Upon delivery of our receipt, the waitress informed us that the gratuity was not included. I found it a little tacky and like she was ensuring her tip. I always tip (even for poor service), so that put a bit of a bad taste in my mouth. It was a nice hearty meal before our hike. I would eat here again and probably order the burger without juice lol. There seems to be a consistent line out the door, so plan to wait some. They close at 2 pm, as they're only open for breakfast and lunch, so plan accordingly.

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