Where to drink well in El Paso by the glass and the bottle: natural, classical, and worth the cab fare.
Wine bars in El Paso. natural, classical, and the grower-focused rooms worth the cab fare.
EP Tasting Room on West Mills Avenue inside the Lucchese store offers curated tequila and mezcal flight experiences in an intimate downtown tasting room.
Order: Guided tequila or mezcal flight pairing experience
Tip: The flight experience runs 60 to 90 minutes; book online to guarantee a seat at the tasting bar.
The bar at Cafe Central on Oregon Street holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, with over 500 selections on the wine list and by-the-glass pours.
Order: A glass from the Wine Spectator award-winning list with cheese selection
Tip: The bar is open until 02:00; it is the only place in downtown El Paso combining a serious wine list with a late closing time.
The bar at Ambar Restaurante holds one of North America's largest agave spirit collections with over 1,100 bottles available by the glass daily.
Order: Curated mezcal flight or a house-crafted agave cocktail
Tip: The bar is open from 10:00 daily; the sommelier can guide through the agave list by region and producer.