What to order at El Jacalito

Must order
Migas plate or huevos rancheros
Editor tip
Closes at 15:00; order migas for the quintessential El Paso morning plate.
CuisineMexican
Price$
NeighborhoodDowntown
HoursTue-Sun 07:00-15:00
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Las Cruces/El Paso: Weekend Wine Tour

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Location

Address: 2130 Myrtle Ave, El Paso, TX 79901

Also in Downtown

Tony's The Pit Bar-B-Q ★ 4.1

$ American BBQDowntown

Tony's The Pit Bar-B-Q on Myrtle Avenue is El Paso's classic barbecue address, with mesquite-smoked brisket, ribs, and sausage since the 1970s.

OrderBrisket sandwich or the pork ribs

TipGet there by 13:00 because popular cuts sell out before the evening push.

Crave Kitchen and Bar ★ 3.9

$$ New AmericanDowntown

Crave Kitchen and Bar on Cincinnati Avenue runs all-day from breakfast through dinner, serving New American plates with a Southwest accent across multiple.

OrderBraised brisket tacos or the Crave burger with green chile

TipMultiple locations city-wide; the Downtown Cincinnati Avenue spot is closest to hotels.

EP Tasting Room ★ 4.3

$$$ Cocktail barDowntown

EP Tasting Room on West Mills Avenue inside the Lucchese Bootmaker store offers 60 to 90 minute premium tequila flight experiences in an intimate.

OrderA curated tequila flight exploring Borderplex terroir expressions

TipReservations recommended for the guided flight experience; walk-ins for the bar seats.

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The Italian Kitchen ★ 3.8

$$ ItalianFive Points

The Italian Kitchen on Pershing Drive has fed El Paso since 1948 with fettuccine alfredo, pepperoni pizza, and eggplant parmesan in large portions.

OrderFettuccine alfredo with chicken, or eggplant parmesan

TipPortions are large enough to split; the fried mushrooms are a reliable starter.

Tony's The Pit Bar-B-Q ★ 4.1

$ American BBQDowntown

Tony's The Pit Bar-B-Q on Myrtle Avenue is El Paso's classic barbecue address, with mesquite-smoked brisket, ribs, and sausage since the 1970s.

OrderBrisket sandwich or the pork ribs

TipGet there by 13:00 because popular cuts sell out before the evening push.

The Hoppy Monk ★ 4.0

$$ New AmericanKern Place

The Hoppy Monk on North Mesa Street is El Paso's leading gastropub with a curated craft beer list, whiskey wall, Tex-Mex bar snacks; good pint atmosphere.

OrderCraft beer selection with a burger or Tex-Mex bar snacks

Tip21-plus after 19:00; the bottle list includes Texas and regional craft beers not found elsewhere.

Crave Kitchen and Bar ★ 3.9

$$ New AmericanDowntown

Crave Kitchen and Bar on Cincinnati Avenue runs all-day from breakfast through dinner, serving New American plates with a Southwest accent across multiple.

OrderBraised brisket tacos or the Crave burger with green chile

TipMultiple locations city-wide; the Downtown Cincinnati Avenue spot is closest to hotels.

Su-Casa Restaurant ★ 3.7

$ MexicanKern Place

Su-Casa Restaurant on Yandell Drive is a neighbourhood Mexican staple, serving gordita plates, enchiladas, and tacos at everyday prices in a low-key local.

OrderGordita plate with beans and rice, or green chile enchiladas

TipConsistent neighbourhood kitchen; generous portions and cash is preferred.

EP Tasting Room ★ 4.3

$$$ Cocktail barDowntown

EP Tasting Room on West Mills Avenue inside the Lucchese Bootmaker store offers 60 to 90 minute premium tequila flight experiences in an intimate.

OrderA curated tequila flight exploring Borderplex terroir expressions

TipReservations recommended for the guided flight experience; walk-ins for the bar seats.

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