25 Essential El Paso Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of El Paso.
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
Texas
Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Texas
an everyday essential table known for disciplined japanese restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 88.2.
Tacotote!
Texas
Counter-serve Mexican chain featuring a variety of tacos, handmade tortillas & a salsa bar.
Weso Steakhouse
El Paso, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music.
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
El Paso, Texas
Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.
Burger King
El Paso, Texas
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Ruth's Chris Steak House
El Paso, Texas
Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting.
Chelito’s - UTEP
El Paso, Texas
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Dave's Hot Chicken
El Paso, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
The Shack Wings & Brews
El Paso, Texas
Family-run pub turning out burgers & wings, plus beer, frozen drinks & shooters in a lively setting.
Twisted Fork
El Paso, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Live music.
Denny's Restaurant
El Paso, Texas
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
IHOP
El Paso, Texas
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Dairy Queen
El Paso, Texas
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Good Luck Cafe
El Paso, Texas
Veteran diner for homestyle Mexican eats (menudo, chilaquiles) in a plain space with counter seats.
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
El Paso, Texas
Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.
Dave's Hot Chicken
El Paso, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Rosco's Burger Inn
El Paso, Texas
Long-standing burger joint providing American fast food in an old-school environment.
Martha's Café
El Paso, Texas
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Rosa's Cantina
El Paso, Texas
Rustic, compact Mexican joint serving tacos, burritos & other typical eats, plus margaritas & beer.
Cattle Baron
El Paso, Texas
Longtime Western-themed restaurant providing steak, seafood & cocktails, with a salad bar & takeout.
The Italian Kitchen
El Paso, Texas
Homey, long-running Italian eatery with retro flair & a menu of red-sauce classics like spaghetti.
Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings
El Paso, Texas
Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.
Hamachi Sushi
El Paso, Texas
Sushi & Japanese kitchen entrees served amid contemporary decor & lighting with a wall of windows.
Kiki's Mexican Restaurant
El Paso, Texas
Cozy spot with old-school vibe offering brisket machaca, green crab enchiladas & other Tex-Mex fare.