The 66 Diner has established itself as a favorite among the locals as well as out of town visitors. Bring your appetite for great home cooking, blue-plate specials and the best milkshakes in town. The diner is located just west of the University of New Mexico on Historic Route 66. This diner is fun and fresh, lively and nostalgic. The decor is friendly and upbeat, definitely maintaining a retro-1950s and 1960s spirit. The jukebox is stocked with music from that era, and takes you down memory lane.
Located just West of the Rio Grande on famous Route 66, this popular steak house and liquor store has been serving up favorites since 1970. The salads are simple and served with soda crackers and big, puffy, Texas Toast. The grilled New York Strip is served with all the fixings on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Shrimp and Salmon is offered as well as an outstanding, juicy, Green-chili burger. A complete bar with a big TV screen for sports viewing is available.