Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in New Mexico

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Smokey Bear Restaurant, Capitan, NM

There’s no fire here, just the enticing aroma of sizzling chicken fried chicken, a juicy, breaded fried chicken breast smothered in a creamy gravy. This home-style restaurant is a community…

There’s no fire here, just the enticing aroma of sizzling chicken fried chicken, a juicy,…

The 10 Best Markets in New Mexico!

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Smokey’s Country Market, Capitan, NM

This is a one-stop shopping experience worth stumbling upon. There’s a little bit of everything including specialty items from the far corners of the world. It’s a family-owned store…

This is a one-stop shopping experience worth stumbling upon. There’s a little bit of…

The 6 Best Tanning Salons in New Mexico!

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Tansation, Ruidoso, NM

Get your tan on! If it can’t happen naturally, then this fun, clean and friendly spot is tansational! There are two level one beds, for a 15 or 20-minute session, one level three bed for a…

Get your tan on! If it can’t happen naturally, then this fun, clean and friendly spot is…

The 7 Best Pasta Places in New Mexico!

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Michael J’s Restaurant, Ruidoso, NM

Relaxed, cozy, comfortable. This small restaurant is a gathering place for those looking to enjoy delicious Italian food. Reservations are really a must due to limited seating and a smart move since…

Relaxed, cozy, comfortable. This small restaurant is a gathering place for those looking to enjoy…

The 8 Best Pubs in New Mexico!

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Rio Grande Grill and Tap Room, Ruidoso, NM

Craft beer made by the Sierra Blanca Brewing Co. is the star here. You’ll also find their own Rio Grande Brewing Co. brand too, as well as stout, lager, IPA and a variety of domestic beers. You…

Craft beer made by the Sierra Blanca Brewing Co. is the star here. You’ll also find their own…

The 7 Best Candy Shops in New Mexico!

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Buffett’s Candy, Ruidoso, NM

This candy is made to eat—not to keep! They’re renowned for their pinon candy, from New Mexico’s state tree the Pinon Pine, which they put in everything from toffee to pra-lines and…

This candy is made to eat—not to keep! They’re renowned for their pinon candy, from New…

9 Best Places for Iced Coffee in New Mexico

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Zocca Coffee & Tea, Ruidoso, NM

Ice lattes come in all flavors, with different milks and syrups — almond milk, chai tea, skinny mocha and creamy hazelnut latte are just a few of the top favorites. A warm and inviting coffee…

Ice lattes come in all flavors, with different milks and syrups — almond milk, chai tea,…

The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in New Mexico!

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The Ranchers Steak and Seafood Restaurant, Ruidoso, NM

Quite often, classic steakhouses offer a surf ’n turf option that combines a steak and lobster. This is one such classic restaurant. Order the surf ’n turf and you’ll get a choice…

Quite often, classic steakhouses offer a surf ’n turf option that combines a steak and…

The 12 Best Restaurants in New Mexico!

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Hall of Flame Burgers, Ruidoso, NM

This charming mountain resort town is a breath of fresh pine-scented air thanks to its location in the Lincoln National Forest in the Sacramento Mountains in southern New Mexico. At 7,000 feet, the…

This charming mountain resort town is a breath of fresh pine-scented air thanks to its location in…

The 10 Best Bars in New Mexico!

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Win, Place, or Show, Ruidoso, NM

This is a honky-tonk, a place where country music is played seven nights a week and the dance floor is filled with country two-steppers. For close to 40 years, this town landmark has been serving up…

This is a honky-tonk, a place where country music is played seven nights a week and the dance floor…

Michael J’s Restaurant, Ruidoso, NM

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Buffett’s Candy, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 7 Best Candy Shops in New Mexico!

This candy is made to eat—not to keep! They’re renowned for their pinon candy, from New Mexico’s state tree the Pinon Pine, which they put in everything from toffee to pra-lines and… Read More

Rio Grande Grill and Tap Room, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 8 Best Pubs in New Mexico!

Craft beer made by the Sierra Blanca Brewing Co. is the star here. You’ll also find their own Rio Grande Brewing Co. brand too, as well as stout, lager, IPA and a variety of domestic beers. You… Read More

Zocca Coffee & Tea, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in 9 Best Places for Iced Coffee in New Mexico

Ice lattes come in all flavors, with different milks and syrups — almond milk, chai tea, skinny mocha and creamy hazelnut latte are just a few of the top favorites. A warm and inviting coffee… Read More

The Ranchers Steak and Seafood Restaurant, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in New Mexico!

Quite often, classic steakhouses offer a surf ’n turf option that combines a steak and lobster. This is one such classic restaurant. Order the surf ’n turf and you’ll get a choice… Read More

Smokey Bear Restaurant, Capitan, NM

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in New Mexico!

There’s no fire here, just the enticing aroma of sizzling chicken fried chicken, a juicy, breaded fried chicken breast smothered in a creamy gravy. This home-style restaurant is a community… Read More

Take the love of your life for a night in a fairytale when you book a stay at Storybook Cabins. Ruidoso is known for charming rustic cabins, and Storybook Cabins has plenty to choose from, all… Read More

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