The Best Ruidoso Restaurants

Local restaurants are the heart and soul of mountain towns like Ruidoso. Exploring the local food scene is always part of the fun when it comes to retreats and vacations. Here are our top three picks for the best restaurants in Ruidoso. Enjoy!

OUR FAVORITES

Just like we did with our Things to Do, we felt we had to give you our favorite 3 restaurants before anything else. Here they are in no particular order:


The Texas Club - Steaks, fresh seafood and live music... don't miss out.


Grill Caliente -  This southwestern bistro  has everything from hamburgers to vegetarian options.  


Michael J's Italian-American Restaurant -  If you're in the mood for good wine and quality Italian food don't miss a chance to visit Michael J's for dinner.


pasta and wine

HALL OF FLAME

  • Address: 2500 Sudderth Dr ste 10, Ruidoso, NM 88345 
  • Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 11 AM-6 PM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-7 PM, Sunday 11 AM-4 PM 
  • Distance from us: 2.0 miles 


We believe that there are few things better than a great burger after a day in the mountains. The Hall of Flame is known for their excellently seasoned burgers and heaping servings of fries. From hatch green chile to bacon and blue cheese, the Hall of Flame is ready to serve the perfect burger for you. 

burgers

CAFE RIO PIZZA

  • Address: 2547 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
  • Hours: Open daily 11:30 AM-8 PM, Closed Wednesdays 
  • Distance from us: 2.2 miles 


Cafe Rio has been bringing east-coast style pizza to the mountains of New Mexico for over thirty years. Starting with locally sourced produce, all of Cafe Rio’s ingredients and produce are made from scratch and in-house in order to give you the highest quality pizza in Ruidoso.

pizza

CORNERSTONE BAKERY & CAFE

  • Address: 1712 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
  • Hours: Open daily 7 AM-3 PM 
  • Distance from us: 2.3 miles 


No matter what your plan for the day is, a great way to start off on the right foot is by fueling up at Cornerstone Bakery & Cafe. Their breakfast and lunches include quiches, homemade soups, and sandwiches made from fresh baked bread. With a new, larger location, there is plenty of room for the entire family.

sausage and eggs
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