The Nightlife of Ruidoso
Walk on the Wilder Side • Take Your Chances • For an Evening's Entertainment
• Fun in the Middle of the Road • On the Quieter Side
Newest Nightlife Reviews:
• "Real Ruidoso in an Old West Barroom" • "The Friendliest Saloon This Side of the Pecos"
Holiday Lights of Midtown Ruidoso
Win, Place or Show – An authentic western honky-tonk, this bar, stage and dance floor in Midtown Ruidoso look as much like a movie set as a place to have a drink, listen to live music 365-nights-a-year and two-step your troubles away. A great place for a night of revelry with friends or tuck yourself in a quiet booth to plan your next day’s activities. Bartenders and waitresses will rush all night to serve you and friendly patrons of all ages keep this place lively into the wee hours of the night.
Location: In Midtown Ruidoso at 2516 Sudderth
Hours of operation: (Please Call)
Telephone: (575) 257-9535 or (575) 257-9982
Win Place and Show offers up the "Real Ruidoso in an Old West Barroom Setting!"
Ruidoso is home to so many interesting studios, galleries, boutiques, shops and restaurants that it is easy to forget its humble “Old West” beginnings. But a surefire way to get back in touch with the “Real Ruidoso” and the “Cowboy Way” is to drop in to “Win Place and Show”. This is a real Western honky-tonk, a saloon with all the trimmings … ice cold long necks, two-step dancing and old-fashioned Western Hospitality are what you get here. No drinks with umbrellas nor fancy spritzers, no sir! Belly up to the bar and you may meet a visiting movie star, a county music legend, Governor Bill Richardson or some of the colorful locals. And some of the Region’s finest bands kick out live music 365 nights a year. You’ll quickly understand why folks “Love this Bar”! Chuck Duncan
Farley’s Food, Fun & Pub – This Ruidoso establishment is a great hangout for locals and visitors alike. Farley’s provides a full casual menu, plenty of TV's where you can watch and cheer on your favorite team, pool tables, foosball, air hockey all while rock and roll thumps loudly on the numerous speakers. A barrel of peanuts provides a complimentary snack and please throw the shells anywhere you’d like! Plenty of Food, plenty of beer and plenty of fun!
Location: 1200 Mechem Dr. where Mechem intersects with White Mountain Dr.
Hours of operation: Sun – Thurs ‘til approximately 11:00 PM, Weekends ‘til 1:00 AM
Telephone: (575) 258-5676
Website: www.farleyspub.com
The Quarters – This Midtown Ruidoso bar is a true late night dance club. DJ’s spin requests from their high-tech perch right off the dance floor while dancers gyrate to a mix of Club, House, Techno, Country, Rock and Roll and the occasional Disco era hit. Put on your dancing shoes, stay late and sleep in even later. Plenty of pool tables, food service ‘til 9:00 PM and Karaoke on Mondays and Tuesdays rounds out the fun at this hoppin’ local joint.
Location: In Midtown Ruidoso at 2535 Sudderth
Hours of operation: Mon - Sat ‘til 2:00 AM – Sundays ‘til 12:00 AM
Telephone: (575) 257-9535 or (575) 257-9982
The Quarters Saloon and Grill "The Friendliest Saloon This Side of the Pecos"
Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso is the friendliest town this side of the Pecos and there’s no friendlier place in Ruidoso than “The Quarters”. Located in the heart of Mid Town, is an oasis for shopping weary folks needing a little pick me up and some good home cooking. Offering a full menu, this place is reminiscent of old time saloon with tables, booths and a long bar, except this establishment also has lots of TV’s, pool tables and electronic arcade games and a sound system that can give a massage at 30 paces.
Karaoke is the house specialty on Mondays and Tuesdays, regional bands take the stage sometimes and on weekends DJs crank it out everywhere in between.
Don’t miss The Quarter’s famous “Blues and BBQ” where you will enjoy outstanding live entertainment and great BBQ favorites, it’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Chuck Duncan
Casino Apache – Located at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort...only about 10 minutes by car from Ruidoso’s Midtown, Casino Apache presents a full Las Vegas style gaming experience. An incredible casino experience offering players one thousand slot machines, 35 table games including blackjack, roulette, craps and "let it ride"...as well as nine live poker tables. For late night fun, the Night Club is always open for drinks and dancing and the Sports Bar provides a relaxed atmosphere with full beverage service and a casual menu. Consider riding the “Dollar Shuttle” to this casino … information available at www.shuttleruidoso.com
Location: On the Mescalero Reservation … 287 Carrizo Canyon Rd.
Hours of operation: Sun – Thurs ‘til 2:00 AM and Weekends open 24 hours
Telephone: (575) 464-7777
Website: www.innofthemountaingods.com
Billy the Kid Casino – For slot players only, located at Ruidoso Downs Race Track, approximately 10 minutes East of Ruidoso’s Midtwon, Billy the Kid Casino players are surrounded by great Western décor...come on down and pull the handle on a choice of six hundred of Ruidoso's hottest slots. A full buffet with daily cuisine specials ranging from Seafood to Barbecue provides needed sustenance to keep you playing while the full bar offers a comfortable perch from which to celebrate your winnings!
Location: At the Ruidoso Downs Race Track …1463 W HWY 70, Ruidoso Downs
Hours of operation: ‘til 11:00 PM
Telephone: (575) 378-4431
Website: www.ruidosodowndsracing.com
Casino Apache Travel Center – Conveniently located on Hwy 70 two miles southwest of the highways intersection with Sudderth Drive (Hwy 48), the travel center casino offers visitors plenty of slots, blackjack, roulette and video poker! Don’t forget to stop into Smokey B’s Café, a 24 hour diner, with a delicious diner style menu served in ample portions. Consider riding the “Dollar Shuttle” to this casino … information available at www.shuttleruidoso.com
Location: Two mile west of the intersection HWY 48 and HWY 70 at 25845 HWY 70
Hours of operation: Sun – Thurs ‘til 4:00 AM and Weekends open 24 hours
Telephone: (575) 464-6980
Website: www.innofthemountaingods.com
For an Evening’s Entertainment
Swiss Chalet Inn – Resting high atop Alto Crest, the Swiss Chalet Inn in Ruidoso, N.M., lies in the shadow of the 12,000-foot Sierra Blanca Peak, home of the 55-trail Ski Apache. Guests can enjoy the scent of native pine trees and spectacular views of the Lincoln National Forest. Live music on weekends. Please call for time and band appearances.
Location: 1451 Mechem Dr
Telephone: 575-258-3333
Web Site: http://www.sciruidoso.com/about.htm
E-Mail: WebInquiry@SCIRuidoso.com
Mountain Annie's Dinner Theater – Looking for something different? You’ll find it at Ruidoso’s only Dinner Theater, Mountain Annie’s. Great food, a wonderful wine list, a casual atmosphere and some of the best “down home” entertainment this side of the Pecos makes this a “must do” when in town.
Location: 2710 Sudderth Drive
Dinner Theater Hours of operation: Labor Day – Memorial Day Thursday – Saturday Dinner: 7PM Show 8PM
Telephone: 575-257-7982
Web Sites: www.goruidoso.com/staerkels.htm
www.mountainannies.com
E-Mail: strath5959@aol.com
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts - One of the brightest stars in Ruidoso’s constellation of nightlife, the Spencer theater brings our mountain paradise world class entertainment including Broadway and dance theater productions, musical comedies, classical, jazz and pop musical productions...an eclectic blend of national touring acts.
Besides offering great entertainment, the Spencer is an architectural marvel with state of the art sound and lighting technologies. Don’t miss the beautiful glass sculptures in the lobby by world famous artist Dale Chaluly. A full bar rounds out the evening’s entertainment.
Location: On Airport HWY 220 4 miles East of its intersection with HWY 48
Hours of operation: As scheduled...call for a program or visit their site below.
Telephone: (888) 818-7772 (575)336-4800
Website: www.spencertheater.com
Sierra Cinema – This is the place to go to catch Hollywood’s latest film releases. Action adventure, romance or sci-fi Ruidoso’s Sierra Cinema offers it all. Typically running three to four films in this local multiplex, you can print out their movie schedule at www.allentheaters.com/city/ruidoso.html. Or, call their movie-phone at (575) 257-9444. Grab a bucket of buttered popcorn, a tall soda and a box of Good and Plenty, slip into a comfortable seat and wait for the lights to dim.
Location: 721 Mechem Dr. Where Mechem Dr. and Cree Meadows Dr. intersect.
Hours of operation: See schedule
Telephone: (575) 257-9444
Website: www.allentheaters.com
Ruidoso Bowling Center – Set ‘em up and knock ‘em down all night long at Ruidoso’s only bowling alley. High-tech video displays, automatic scoring and ten of the smoothest Brunswick synthetic lanes west of the Pecos make for a great evening’s entertainment. And this alley comes with a spacious full bar equipped with half a dozen slate tables as smooth as the lanes! Don’t forget to enjoy Cosmic Bowling Friday and Saturday nights.
Location: 1202 Mechem DR just north of Farley’s Food, Fun & Pub
Hours of operation: Weekends ‘til 1:00 AM, Sun. ‘til 9:00 PM, Mon-Thurs ‘til 10:00 PM
Telephone: 258-3557
Texas Club Grill and Bar – Primarily a steak house, and a great one at that, the Texas Club also has a warm and inviting full service bar. Their wine list is formidable and even though you’re in Ruidoso, they’re not afraid to pour you a Texas-sized drink. Appetizers are available in the bar and live entertainment on weekends makes this place a favorite of our locals and visitors alike. Don’t hesitate to waltz around the dance floor as well.
Location: 212 Metz Dr behind Innsbruck Village Condominiums
Hours of operation: Sun – Thurs serves ‘til 9:00 PM, Weekends serves ‘til 10:00 PM
Telephone: (575) 258-3325
Pasta Café – Besides serving up great regional Italian cuisine, Pasta Café has a great bar and lounge offering street-side views of Ruidoso’s Midtown while recorded jazz sets the mood weeknights. Live music enlivens the night every Saturday so mix with the locals, grab a sumptuous appetizer and hum along to some of New Mexico’s finest solo keyboard and guitar performers. Kenny the bartender commands the room and you’ll see why he wins the “Best Bartender in Lincoln County” award every year.
Location: In Midtown Ruidoso at 2331 Sudderth Drive
Hours of operation: Sun – Thurs ‘til 10:00 PM and Weekends ‘til 11:00 PM and later
Telephone: (575) 257-6666
Weber’s Grill – A great little Microbrew Pub with a full-service restaurant attached. Not open late, typical closing time of 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM depending on the crowd. It’s a great stop on a night out in Ruidoso to sample Sierra Blanca Brewery’s great beers and ales. Once in a while brew master extraordinaire, Rich Weber, will work the bar and be happy to share the secrets of his craft with those whom may have a few questions about brewing. Great pizza and wine list by the bottle or glass as well.
Location: 441 Mechem DR
Hours of operation: Weekdays ‘til 10:00 PM, Weekends ‘til 12:00 AM
Telephone: (575) 257-9559
Website: www.sierrablancabrewery.com/webers.htm
Le Cave – The name says it all. Located in the lower level of Le Bistro restaurant, Le Cave is Ruidoso’s best kept secret, a funky, offbeat circular room with low ceilings, dim lights, plenty of couches and local art to inspire. This establishment serves up imported and domestic beers and wonderful wines from the restaurant upstairs. An eclectic collection of local and regional musicians take the stage every Friday and Saturday night.
Location: In Midtown Ruidoso at 2800 Sudderth Dr. below Le Bistro...entrance in the back.
Hours of operation: 8:00 PM ‘til 11:00 PM Fridays & Saturdays
Telephone: 257-0132
Cattle Baron Steak & Seafood Restaurant – This full-service restaurant just happens to have a cozy little lounge attached to its east end. Here you can order a wide variety of appetizers, order anything that strikes your fancy from the adjacent bar and kick back by the beautiful kiva fireplace.
Location: 657 Sudderth DR
Hours of operation: Weekends ‘til 11:00 PM, Weekdays ‘til 9:00 PM
Telephone: 257-9355
Website: www.cattlebaron.com
Clubhouse – A great place where Ruidoso locals slip away to catch a quiet drink and conversation. No menu … just drinks and try not to act like a tourist as the locals here frighten easily. A little tough to find, The Clubhouse is located behind the Chevron service station located at the intersection of Mechem DR and White Mountain DR.
Location: 1137 Mechem DR where Mechem intersects wit White Mountain DR
Hours of operation: Sun – Fri 11:00 PM, Sat ‘til 12:00 PM
Telephone: (575) 258-3912
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