Very nice building and very clean. It was easy to get to, only a 10 minute walk from our hotel and it was free admission. The museum itself had some interesting exhibits, but overall I found it boring. It didn’t take long to walk through the whole thing. I felt it wasn’t as captivating as other art museums I’ve been to. But it is worth a visit if you are in the area.

Loved this free entry museum!! We took our time looking at every piece and it was better than museums we’ve paid for! The Selena features were unexpectedly informative and added an extra personal touch connecting it to such an icon who’s performed in El Paso. Would definitely come again.

BEST place to appreciate art. My son attended the art camps there, and now he is an author of his own comic book. #DinoDudes

This is a good way to burn some time downtown El Paso. This is not a typical Museum, the art displayed on the walls is painted by what I assumed to be local people or artists. There are different types of art, from paintings to handmade objects. It was pretty neat to see. There is no complaining when the entry is free. The place is well-maintained and very clean. Overall, it was a great stop while you are downtown. Conveniently placed across the parking garage downtown!!

Unique, diverse art experience that we really enjoyed!

Superb free to visit museum with galleries on two floors. There are exhibits which include the work of young local artists and iconic religious art. However, the two most powerful collections are based on gender motivated violence and of art based on experiences connected to the nearby border, which are both excellent.

Soooo glad we squeezed in a visit after our meetings while we were in El Paso! An amazing little jewel of a museum with a truly varied and moving collection. A must-see! Will visit again my next trip to the area😀

We had a memorable time camping in the Franklin Mountains State Park this weekend. The scenery is unmatched if you're looking to reconnect with nature, and even though there are other campers nearby, it still feels pretty isolated compared to other places we have camped, which is awesome. The trails are never-ending and it is such a peaceful overall camping experience. Watch for rattlesnakes, and enjoy other wildlife sightings as well. There are trails for all levels of hiking experience. Just make sure to bring plenty of water. We chose to hike early morning and early evening to avoid the scorching sun and it made all the difference in the world. We camped with our little Casita, a generator, and our two dogs though there were plenty of people roughing it in tents around us. The campsites are pretty nomadic (no hookups, no street lights at night, etc) but there is an outhouse for doing your business. If you are looking for a phenomenal camping experience that truly puts you in the center of nature's majesty, this is the place you have been searching for. If you're looking to be lined up beside other campers in neat little rows, have no privacy, but have slightly more amenities, this is not it. The only suggestion I would notation for the park to improve upon is the gate for after hours coming/going. We were given a code for gate access if we needed to go anywhere outside of the parks normal operating hours of 8-5. The code is for an actual padlock and you have to manually swing open the gate, drive through, and then get out and close it behind you. While this is a pretty straightforward process and we are not lazy individuals, the issue arose when we were bombarded by other patrons trying to gain access to the park at 6:30 AM on a Saturday morning. People showing us receipts where they had paid for access online, people trying to follow our vehicle through the gate, etc. This put us in a very uncomfortable position since we are not supposed to let anyone in. With an automatic gate that requires keypad code entry and operates on a timer to only let 1 vehicle through at a time, this issue could be remedied. The office/facilities seem new/updated so my only suggestion for improvement would be to update the gate/ how campers and patrons are able to enter the park. Overall, best camping experience we have ever had, even with the gate issues.

So we had some family in town recently who had never seen the Franklin Mountains State Park. We took everyone on a weekend adventure trip here. Everyone loved it even the children! Great place for a family outing and to get away from technology and things like that for those who are connected with technology.

This park is a great hiking destination. The perfect place to go and clear your head. It has the most breathtaking, relaxing views and the hike paths are clearly marked and clean. Well worth the trip and the 5 bux to get in!

We had so much fun. When you get in there, you have to stop at the main building. They were super nice, they gave us a map, gave us directions, and answered questions we had. We set up a National Parks account. We had to use the bathrooms there, they were so clean, I was impressed. We took our 3 year old on the trail to the Aztec Caves, a little less than 2 miles. So beautiful. The trail gets a little narrow and steep. Very steep at the cave entrance. And there's loose rocks, so definitely wear shoes that have grip on the bottom. But my three year old completed the hike. It was awesome, so beautiful. We will be back.

Pretty place to connect with the nature. I love it, it's a huge place with different areas, if you go to the park offices the place it's more " kid friendly" more easy for newbies on hike like us Also have picnic areas, to rest and eat, restroom, you must have bring your own food and water. Great experience just for $5 dollars per person older than 12

Went hiking and had alot of fun trekking up jusy one of the trails (Aztec Caves Trail) at the Franklin Mountains State Park near El Paso, TX. Good trail for most, wear good shoes, and have fun!

Beautiful park. Definitely take the trail to the Aztec Caves. It's challenging but I saw kids make it up to the caves. Be sure to go around to the left of the first cave to see the second one. There may be more but I was hot, tired and a little more than sunburned after spending the previous day at Hueco Tanks. Bring a lot of water and sunscreen if you go in the summer.

It's a zoo, surprise, honestly it's a decent zoo I've been to better also to worse. You can never predict if the animals are going to be active or not. I was sad to hear about the loss of a giraffe I was told there were still 3 there but we never saw them. When we went to the zoo had a few sections down for maintenance and repair but it didn't dampen the experience much. I liked how people in the park were passing along info to fellow guests about closures and better spots to see an animal very friendly. Bonus info You can purchase a ticket to get a face-to-face with a few of the animals for $40.00. We opted for the penguins encounter and it was great! They gave us instructions on how and where we could pet the penguins amazing experience I would highly recommend it if you want to do something a little more memorable. The staff was friendly and helpful.

I really want to support our local zoo, but every time I visit, I leave disappointed. Too many of the animal enclosures are consistently closed, which takes away from the overall experience — especially when you’ve paid full admission. I find myself trying to justify bringing the family, only to remember why it ends up feeling like a waste of time and money. A zoo should be more than just a walk through pathways. If most of the animal exhibits are inaccessible or hidden, it makes more sense to just visit a local park. For the price, guests deserve to see what the zoo promotes — not empty habitats. At this point, I’d rather make the 2-hour trip to the Albuquerque Zoo, where the experience is consistently more complete and worth the drive. El Paso Zoo has potential, but it really needs to step up — either improve accessibility to exhibits or adjust pricing to reflect what’s actually available.

The wife and I took our now six year old autistic son and his friend with us here last month to do a little something to do with different wildlife for his birthday week . We were really impressed with our trip and how the boys enjoyed their time here. The people are absolutely awesome and the atmosphere was great.

Visited the zoo for Halloween with my daughter, bought the tickets previously online. I was scared it would be too packed but found parking quick and got in the zoo in no time, every year the zoo gets better, ive been attending boo at the zoo for several years now and it never disappoints my daughter loves it every time. Thank you!

The setup is great the only thing was that the lion seals windows for out of water viewing were incredibly dirty, but all else the Zoo is a nice setup.

I liked this experience because the concert was one hour, and the pieces were short, a few minutes long. Often when I go to the symphony, it's a two or three hour event with the music pieces lasting a long time. It was good for my hyperactive self. Parking was easy at the zoo. It was casual experience, but elegant. This is my first time at such a event. #candlelight

My daughter's and I always have a great time. It's beautiful and peaceful with plenty of activities and educational sessions as well

A beautiful theater, for sure! Sitting is tight and a lot of stair climbing. Seniors will struggle here. Especially if your seats are on the balcony or heading to the restrooms. No elevator that I saw. Cost of drinks, astronomical! A picture I included, has the cost. For the ladies . Make sure you take a small clear bag. Otherwise, you can't take your purse in. The Temptations did not fail.

One of the best-preserved silent film theaters in the world. The history, design, craftsmanship, and overall restoration were amazing to learn about. We had a guided tour led by the El Paso Community Foundation and got to see every part of this amazing gem. We were even treated to an amazing pipe organ performance by two gentlemen who were excellent musicians. If you ever have a chance to watch a film here or attend an event, don't miss the opportunity.

What to expect: parking lot $15 in a multi layer lot. Bags will be searched and have to be in a see through material so will save you the time from returning them to your car. Inside was surprising antique look and huge audience area. Bathrooms can be a line during recess but the kind staff are there to guide you to another hidden bathroom by the elevator. Love it and I am glad I went.

Love the architecture and the design! Supper cool place to catch a musical.

Good shows with helpful staff. Very enjoyable atmosphere with clean facilities. Great customer service. Thank you!

The plaza was refurbished in 2017, and they did a great job. It's beautifully done. The men's bathroom space could be improved a little. I went to see the 50th anniversary of Kansas. If you're a fan of their music, then it's worthwhile. The sound quality was very good. It's not a huge venue, but it seemed to have ample space.

The ambience is fine, the seating is not. I think the last time I was in the theater was for Glory Road when Don Hankins passed away. It's a beautiful theater, but not designed for 21st century humans.

Have driven this trail several times. Always different depending on the season. Always enjoy visiting the 3 missions again.

This was a very good excursion. Lots of history and the Missions are still in use.

First of all, this is really nice surroundings! I am very curious to know if this is the location for the white church that I’m using here, as my “ChurchCruisin” profile picture? Thanks a lot for the information! //God Blessed, Richard. (Ephesians 1:3)

If the door happens to be locked when you arrive, you can get the security guard who was so friendly to let you in to look around and get brochures. Historical facts and neat old artifacts to look at! The Mission is across the street diagonal from the association. It's one of three on the trail. Also stop at Lincon dairy along the route!!

Excellent Day Trip! visitelpasomissiontrail.com tap on all for all information.

Good experience to learn about this Mission trail heritage.

Driving the mission trail and visiting the sites is a step back into history.

This was probably one of the if not THE best Mexican food I have ever eaten in my life! Authentic Mexican cuisine, full of flavors, super tasty & fresh! You could tell that the food was made in-house probably with old recipes from past generations! It was just amazingly tasty!! Our server Edgar was outstanding! Super friendly, he explained everything, made good recommendations & took really good care of us. This is the way great service looks like! We will definitely recommend this place - it’s fantastic!

Reddit let us know about this place as I was passing through El Paso on a cross country road trip and it did not disappoint! Best Mexican rice I’ve ever had in my life. Incredible flavors and such a historic spot with great vibes and friendly service. I got shrimp fajitas and I’m lactose intolerant/dairy free and they were easily able to accommodate, lots of vegan and vegetarian options too. My partner got steak enchiladas and loved it. Giant portions! So satisfying, 10/10 no notes.

I was in town on business and heard many people praising L & J Cafe. The Food and Service was fantastic. FOOD: I got their large sample plate and everything was delicious. The Chips and Salsa are addicting. The flour tortillas are THICK. The sleeper that I did not expect was their Caldillo Soup. It is probably the most delicious soup that I have ever eaten in my life. SERVICE: The Service that I received was fantastic. I went 2 times and both times I received great service. My servers were friendly, engaging and helpful. ATMOSPHERE: The Atmosphere is nice inside. It is not mind blowing or anything amazing. There were a lot of different places to sit and some were kind of cramped. Also, being from out of town, the entrance and the location was so confusing. Overall, if I ever find myself back in El Paso, L & J Cafe will absolutely be on my list of places to eat at.

Great service, food and atmosphere. I stopped here during a work trip at the recommendation of a coworker and two others I asked for advice on where to go because I had never been to El Paso. I came on the tail end of the lunch rush and was told I would have a 15 minute wait before being seated but less than a minute later I was being escorted to my table. My waitress Tonia was quick to take my drink order and was super helpful in giving me menu suggestions. I ordered the queso and green chicken enchiladas. Everything was fantastic! I will definitely come back here the next next time I am on El Paso.

Haven't had L and Js in years! Finally decided to come back in search of that same taste I had as a kid and was not disappointed! Definitely start out with that chorizo fondigo! Had the chicken enchiladas 10/10. As well as barbacoa tacos, 9/10!! Overall it was a 9.8 experience! Service is nice, had multiple beers from tap, my server made sure our cups were full, and our chips were full!

Great food, attentive service, entertaining atmosphere for a perfect dinner in El Paso. Pollo Mole was delicious as was the combo dinner. Parking can be a challenge but patience provided us a safe spot.

I love L & J’s! I am on vacation in El Paso and wanted to take my husband as he had never gotten to go! The last time I was there was 10 years ago. It definitely was as I remembered. Outstanding food and service. Our server was Anna Rita and she was over the top. She was so patient and informative for us with a thousand questions on how different things were prepared, her favorites and just general conversation. We will definitely ask for her when we go back! I ordered a michelada with my favorite canned Tecate. I love the way El Paso does their micheladas with the lime juice! We then started with the guacamole! You cannot go here without getting the guacamole. It is the best. We then had an order of bean and cheese nachos. My husband said these were the best beans he’s ever had. After these nachos that were enough for 5 people, we were too full to order dinner so we just finished the experience off with a wonderful, perfectly fried sopapilla! We will definitely be going back before we leave town! Thanks for a wonderful experience!

First time dining here, and it was okay overall. The atmosphere and the staff made my rating from 3 stars to 4. The food landed in the middle for me. Aesthetically, all the dishes were beautifully plated. They missed the mark with my scallops entrée, more than half of the scallops were undercooked sadly. The bread didn't impress me too much either (lavender and garlic) My friend's side dish (mashed potatoes) was completely cold. This is what I did like: The grilled octopus and the cheesecake were INCREDIBLE. The crab cakes were good, too. As stated previously, the staff was kind and attentive, so that's always a plus for me. The restaurant was beautiful and clean. I might go back in the future to give it another chance.

It was a solid performance. We were a party of 6. Server was very attentive. Food was good. We had the prawn brouchette and the prime rib. We also got the chili soup lol. Honestly the chili soup was good but it just taste like the sauce from enchilada suizas. Which is fine by me since I love enchiladas. We also had thw stuffed portobello mushrooms as an appetizer. They were good but a bit heavy on the Balsamic reduction. Only complaint really was the potatos were super creamy but bland. 4 star is a good review. We will be back. Love the service.

This place was so so good. Their corn bread and raisin bread for starters was what I could keep eating but I had to save my appetite for their seafood enchiladas which I really loved. And my boyfriend loved his steak. Over all, I love the ambiance, food, and service. I wish the wait time was a little shorter.

This is a lovely and elegant spot if you’re looking for a fancy place to dine in El Paso. While I’m not usually into elaborate, creative flavors, this is definitely a great place to try new and unique dishes.

Truly one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. My husband and I are visiting from Dallas and had the most wonderful meal here…the Prawn brochette was perfect and the Puntes de Filette with the ribeye was one of the most delicious things we’ve ever tasted. Our server Nick was so friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Very comprehensive wine list. The atmosphere, including a lovely singer/piano duo, was great with just the right mix of fancy and lively. Highly recommend Cafe Central for a nice night out in El Paso!

My husband and I went for our 21st wedding anniversary. We frequent the restaurant from time to time, just for no reason, but if you have a special occasion, this is the place to go. It really is the classiest restaurant in town. We also come here for business dinners. They usually have a live singer and pianist - they are great, but when they are playing, it can be loud and harder to chat, but when they take a break, the noise level is good. The food is good and consistent and not even that expensive anymore, compared to other lesser restaurants. Service is usually also good. We had Adam this last time and he was nice. Cocktails are always good and they have a great wine list. My husband gets the Chilean sea bass every time and I almost always get the puntas de filete. We shared crab cakes for an appetizer - a little spicy kick to them and they were tasty. We also each got a salad. It’s simple, but tasty. They brought out a nice chocolate dessert for our anniversary and had a card on the table - what great, personalized touches. Highly recommend!

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I almost made the mistake of skipping this place this trip. The wife and I both think it was well worth the stop. Thankfully it wasn’t too busy. I’ve been here in the past where there was a long wait and it was difficult to find parking. We both got crab relleno. I can’t remember the dessert we got but it’s in the pictures. All of it was really good. We highly recommend it!

Decent place. Spacious, large and loud. They had live music, it’s nice and also loud. Food overall was decent, not particularly special. Good Mexican food, can find elsewhere too. We enjoyed our meal. Chips were large, I prefer the tortilla chips in small sizes. The walls had very interesting pictures. Enjoyed looking at all the different ones! Downside, they don’t serve sweet tea or homemade lemonade. Overall, decent Mexican food. We’ll try other stuff when in town again.

Although the atmosphere and service was amazing, the food was the greatest in my opinion. I had 2 bacon wrapped shrimp and that was average. For meal I ordered the fried shrimp platter and the shrimp nor the breading had any flavor. I think it may be due to being used Skrimp Shack on east coast that has the best fried shrimp. Salsa was too spicy for me but tasty and probably just fine for everyone else so I definitely don’t fault them on that. My husband said his food was fine. Service was amazing! The place is so beautiful and just for that we may be back to bring family or friends here.

There was definitely something sweet going on here, on every type of sYde; all I can say is I appreciate the greatness and the service(as I sat down with a pack of Doritos Saracha golden bag of chips sitting on the left seat 💺…than the right) And that’s hindsight . . . (Kathy “Bates” was playing on the TV; water boy!)

Both my fiancee and I had the pork carnitas that were on special. The plate came with white rice and a small serving as you can see if borracho beans and two salad, one avocado and a red salsa that was 🔥 for $9.99. It was delicious and filling. Oh and of course a margarita! It was an enjoyable afternoon with friends.

We had an amazing dinner at Carlos and Mickey's! The food was extremely good and the service was impeccable. Our waiter was friendly and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed during our stay. I couldn't decide what to get, so selected the Mexico combo platter. I was impressed with the quality of the food and loved how the flavors worked together. Others at the table thoroughly enjoyed their meals and drinks, including pomegranate and lime margaritas. I strongly recommend adding Carlos and Mickey's to your list when in El Paso!

I brought my parents which was visiting from the New England area out to dinner at this amazing restaurant. The food was great. My family has some dietary restrictions and there are great options for us being vegan. The service was a amazing example of hospitality and professionalism. We will definitely be returning to this gem in El Paso

Went there for the drinks, stayed for the food! We did not expect such good food but the burgers were perfectly cooked and with fantastic flavor! The green chile burger was delicious and just the right level of spicy. The duchesse burger was flavorful and juicy! We had caipirinhas, they were a tad strong but delicious. Our server was fantastic and attentive 🤍 we had a great time 🕺!

If you ar looking for some genuine beer selections and crafty cocktails AND great eats this could be a stop for you and even you and family. I had their gochu chicken sandwich and pomme fries really good! Like super flavorful delicious. Our waitress was wonderful she made some wonderful suggestions and was very knowledgeable not only about all 64 pours but the menu as well. I highly recommend the fat Elvis beer omg like I could sip that all day. Their hamburgers are well made. Cocktails wow my husband had some old fashions they smoked mezcal is not only fun but delicious.

We wanted to try a new place. I am vegan and am extremely picky with food. I eat at home mostly but my husband was hungry and we didn't have anything ready at home so I gave this place a chance. I don't eat much salt, can't have oil. I tried the veggie tacos and my husband tried the veggie burger. His veggie burger was very tasty. He enjoyed it. My tacos were a bit salty, I thought, but sometimes it's hard to distinguish seasoning from salt. I enjoyed the salsa and guac that they served. The corn tortillas were not my favorite. They were hard and chewy. We enjoyed being able to sit outside, although the traffic was a bit loud.

Best burger EVER! I had the Blue Fox Burger, and it was fantastic. So many beers on tap that it'll take several visits to try them all. The service was super good. Sydney was our server, and she made us all feel right at home. We'll absolutely be back!

Went here for lunch with family on labor day. Our second time coming because the first was wonderful, their rabbit tacos were delicious! This time we ordered guacamole/chips , mushrooms and different burgers. ALL OF THE FOOD WAS TERRIBLY BLAND!!!. We had to plead with our waitress for salt pepper hot sauce...never again, total waste of 100.00......UPDATE 10/29/25 So the owner I believe reached out to me and I must say, this place has their stuff together ❤️ we discussed things and he offered a resolution after investigating my review...thank you for reminding me there's still great businesses out there that care about there customers experience. I look forward to my next meal there!!! Rock on 🤘 guys!!

Great great experience at the place! The selection of tap beers is impressive and served at the right temperature. The food is impressively good, totally worth it. The place has a nice atmosphere, plus an outdoor area that is really enjoyable. It's become one of my favorite places in town!

Beer selection was extensive and the burger was absolutely incredible! Looking forward to going back to this place again soon. Due to covid, it's been over a year since my last visit but finally got back here again. All I can say is that this place never missed a beat! The food is still hands down fantastic and the wings are off the chart delicious. Love the atmosphere, especially outside on the patio and the music soundtrack was perfectly progressive and chill throughout the night. The staff was very helpful, attentive and friendly, couldn't have asked for more. Felt like VIP even though it was a very busy night. If you're in town, this is THE place to visit!

For my first time...it was nothing as expected. The steak tacos were excellent. The Chicken Mole somewhat spicy. The service somewhat disorganized. Waited 6 minutes to get the drinks and had to wait for refills. Requested flour tortillas brought corn. Lemonade is not natural made. The portion sizes are good.

An El Paso historic restaurant and a must visit to view all the history on the walls. The place has a nostalgic feel to it. The staff very well prepared for their duties. Friendly environment, clean inside/outside. The restroom was also clean. Plenty of parking, no reservation needed.

⭐️⭐️⭐️Kiki’s Mexican Restaurant – El Paso Stopped by for lunch on a Monday — the place was packed, always a good sign! Ordered the hamburger steak with crispy flour tortillas, and it was absolutely delicious. They also serve free chips and salsa, fresh and full of flavor. Service was friendly and attentive, and though parking in front can be tight, there’s more parking in the back. Be sure to leave a good tip — the staff really earns it! Texas flavor, Mexican heart — always made with love at Kiki’s!

My family and I were recommended this restaurant by one of my TikTok followers. My hubby and I had the Saturday dinner special- Green Chile Hamburger Steak. Our kids had the Kid's Tacos. The food was divine! We will definitely eat here again. The only recommendations I have are to not charge customers $0.95 for extra tortilla chips. We are a family of four and had one small bowl brought to us. We had to ask for lemons for our water twice and never received them. My dish was supposed to come with refried beans, but they forgot to put them on my plate. When I brought it to the waitresses attention she quickly got them for me. So, just listen to your customers and help them have a great experience.

My go to authentic Mexican restaurant while visiting El Paso Texas. Food was delicious. we had bothe the chicken mole and the chile Colorado. The servings were generous and the staff attentive and pleasant.

After 7 yrs in El Paso, I finally stopped by for lunch. Not disappointed. My real estate agent sold me on the restaurant for lunch. The Kiki Burger was outstanding. Plenty of guacamole. Seasoned fries also was also great.

I'm in town for work and was recommended this place by the hotel. It was sooo good! 10/10 recommend and will be going back when in town for future work trips.