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MexicanDowntown
El Jacalito on Myrtle Avenue is a breakfast-and-lunch-only address celebrated for migas plates and authentic Mexican home cooking served under a painted.
OrderMigas plate or huevos rancheros
TipCloses at 15:00; order migas for the quintessential El Paso morning plate.
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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.
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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, 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.