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MediterraneanDowntown
Lamezze on North Stanton Street in downtown El Paso serves mezze, charcoal-grilled kebabs, and falafel with a bright Levantine-Borderplex aesthetic, open.
OrderHummus with warm pita and charcoal kebabs
TipGood vegetarian spread at brunch; the falafel plate with tahini and pickled vegetables is the best plant-based order.
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New AmericanDowntown
Crave Kitchen on Cincinnati Avenue runs breakfast through dinner daily, serving New American plates with a Southwest green chile accent at all-day hours.
OrderGreen chile burger or breakfast tacos
TipAll-day menu with breakfast, lunch, and dinner options; the most convenient downtown spot for hotel guests.
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American BBQDowntown
Tony's The Pit Bar-B-Q on Myrtle Avenue is El Paso's classic barbecue address, with mesquite-smoked brisket, pork ribs, and sausage served in a no-frills.
OrderBrisket sliced plate with jalopy pickled onions, or the pork ribs
TipPopular cuts sell out; arrive by 13:00 for the full selection.
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New AmericanKern Place
The Hoppy Monk on North Mesa Street is El Paso's leading gastropub, with a rotating craft beer list, whiskey wall, and bar food for all-evening grazing.
OrderCheese board with a regional craft beer flight, or the green chile burger
Tip21-plus after 19:00. Sunday opens at 11:00 for early-afternoon pints.
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MexicanDowntown
El Jacalito on Myrtle Avenue is a breakfast-and-lunch spot celebrated for its migas and classic Mexican egg dishes, served under a colourful painted mural.
OrderMigas plate or huevos a la mexicana with salsa
TipCloses at 15:00; get here before noon on weekends as the line builds quickly.
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MexicanEast El Paso
Los Bandidos de Carlos and Mickey's on Magruder Street serves classic El Paso Mexican: generous chimichanga plates, prickly pear margaritas, borderland decor.
OrderChimichangas or prickly pear margarita with green chile enchiladas
TipThe prickly pear margarita is the house signature; ask for it on the rocks, not blended.