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New Mexico|Unique Dining
By Monica Spencer
|Published January 22, 2020
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Monica Spencer
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Monica is a Diné (Navajo) freelance writer and photographer based in the Southwest. Born in Gallup and raised in Phoenix, she is Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water People) and Tsi'naajinii (Black Streak Wood People). Monica is a staff writer for Only In Your State, photo editor for The Mesa Legend, and previously a staff writer for The Navajo Post. You can reach her at monica.d.spencer@gmail.com.
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Do you want to add a little excitement to your next dining experience? New Mexico may be the Land of Enchantment, but it’s also home to some oddball places – including restaurants. Take a look at some of the strange and unusual eateries you’ll find around the state:
Bask in the world of yesteryear when you visit this aptly named diner along Route 66. Sitting just a stone's throw away from the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque, 66 Diner serves delightfully delicious meals in a whimsical atmosphere.
Address: 1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Website: 66 Diner
Phone: (505) 247-1421
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How does dining deep underground sound to you? Carlsbad Caverns is home to the unique Underground Lunchroom, where you can enjoy a snack hundreds of feet below the surface.
Address: 727 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Website: Carlsbad Caverns / National Park Service
Phone: (505) 785-2232
A stunning combination of astronomy, steampunk, and flavorful burgers, the Kosmos is one unique restaurant in an otherwise industrial setting. Enjoy a massive, mouthwatering burger, like their Green Chile Meateor Burger or an equally satisfying Kosmic Burger.
Address: 1715 5th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Website: Kosmos
Phone: (505) 369-1772
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There's no doubt you've heard of this eccentric McDonald's in Roswell but just in case you haven't this location will give you an out-of-this-world experience. The building itself looks like a spaceship and inside you'll find alien and space-themed décor.
Address: 720 N Main St, Roswell, NM 88201
Website: Roswell McDonald's
Phone: (575) 622-4752
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Does your idea of a fun blast from the past include video arcades of yore? Stop by Rad Retrocade in Las Cruces for a rad time with bar food, burgers, creative drinks, and huge milkshakes. Oh, and the old school games are great too!
Address: 201 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Facebook: Rad Retrocade
Phone: (575) 556-9338
New Mexico is well-known around the country for its green chile and this little restaurant in Hatch makes sure every patron knows it. The menu here is packed with chile as a main ingredient and the pepper even creeps into some of the drinks and desserts here. It sounds odd, but you have to try it for yourself!
Address: 115 Franklin St, Hatch, NM 87937
Website: Sparky's
Phone: (575) 267-4222
Make your day magical with a visit to this colorful ice cream shop in Portales. Unicorn Ice Cream Shop offers a variety of ice cream flavors paired with favorite childhood ingredients, like Fruity Pebbles, Oreos, and cotton candy.
Address: 1012 W 2nd St, Portales, NM 88130
Website: Unicorn Ice Cream Shop
Phone: (575) 742-6093
What are some other weird and wacky restaurants you would recommend visiting here in New Mexico? We would love to hear your suggestions!
Want to walk off a few of those calories after your yummy meal? Be sure to check out some equally oddball places that you’ll find only in New Mexico. Read more in These 9 Weird Places In New Mexico Are As Strange As It Gets.
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1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA
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