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“Home to Stay”

Elephant Butte Inn

5 of 5 stars
juwarrington
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
Oct 17, 2009

I've stayed at many wonderful places in Elephant Butte. The Inn is comfortable, clean and steps away from the lake. I am in town, purchasing a home and decided to stay close to the lake. All the...more

“My favorite resturant in town”

Club Bossa Mundo and Big Food Express

4 of 5 stars
BoredNewMexican
NM
Oct 9, 2009

I think this is the best restaurant in EB. The foods good and they are always quick. The menus very diverse. Great place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. more

“Worst tacos ever”

Casa Taco

1 of 5 stars
BoredNewMexican
NM
Oct 9, 2009

Whenever you drive by this place its packed but I have no idea why. The food is absolutely horrible. Do yourself a favor and go elsewhere. more

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