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Sightseeing
Scenic Drive, this drive isn't one you'll need to map out hours for. It's only two miles long. But those two miles allow you to see El Paso and Juarez, even some of New Mexico, from a spectacular vantage. It's also very close to McKelligon Canyon. The draw, the importance of Scenic Drive is difficult to explain until you drive it.
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Scenic Drive - Overlook
Scenic DriveScenic Drive, this drive isn't one you'll need to map out hours for. It's only two miles long. But those two miles allow you to see El Paso and Juarez, even some of New Mexico, from a spectacular vantage. It's also very close to McKelligon Canyon. The draw, the importance of Scenic Drive is difficult to explain until you drive it.
Also called the Plaza de los Lagartos, San Jacinto Plaza lies at the heart of El Paso's historic downtown district. In fact, the name lagartos roughly translates into "alligator" and at one time there were actual live alligators in a pond that was once here. When the park was established, the owners created a large area for these crocodilians, however they were removed finally in 1975 due to vandals harming them. Today, the plaza pays homage to the alligators in the form of a sculpture which replaced the pond. In December, the plaza hosts the official Christmas Tree Lighting and during the rest of the year, the shade under the trees provides ample refuge from the Southwest heat.
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San Jacinto Plaza
114 W Mills AveAlso called the Plaza de los Lagartos, San Jacinto Plaza lies at the heart of El Paso's historic downtown district. In fact, the name lagartos roughly translates into "alligator" and at one time there were actual live alligators in a pond that was once here. When the park was established, the owners created a large area for these crocodilians, however they were removed finally in 1975 due to vandals harming them. Today, the plaza pays homage to the alligators in the form of a sculpture which replaced the pond. In December, the plaza hosts the official Christmas Tree Lighting and during the rest of the year, the shade under the trees provides ample refuge from the Southwest heat.
Food scene
Enjoy thier Margaritas, they’ve
been voted El Paso’s best! Live
entertainment everyday will make your
visit memorable. El Paso’s best Sunday
Brunch from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. Open
Everyday.
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Los Bandidos De Carlos & Mickey's
1310 Magruder StEnjoy thier Margaritas, they’ve
been voted El Paso’s best! Live
entertainment everyday will make your
visit memorable. El Paso’s best Sunday
Brunch from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. Open
Everyday.
An El Paso icon! Chico's Tacos is a small local restaurant chain based in El Paso, Texas. It was founded on July 4, 1953 by local boxing promoter Joe Mora. Long considered a local institution in El Paso, it is perhaps the city's best-known restaurant, having been featured in the Food Network show, The Best Thing I Ever Ate. It was also a topic of the Gabriel Iglesias stand up act, I'm not Fat... I'm Fluffy.
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Chico's Tacos
4230 Alameda AveAn El Paso icon! Chico's Tacos is a small local restaurant chain based in El Paso, Texas. It was founded on July 4, 1953 by local boxing promoter Joe Mora. Long considered a local institution in El Paso, it is perhaps the city's best-known restaurant, having been featured in the Food Network show, The Best Thing I Ever Ate. It was also a topic of the Gabriel Iglesias stand up act, I'm not Fat... I'm Fluffy.
The L&J Cafe is a uniquely flavorful link between El Paso's past and present. Originally known as "Tony's Place", the restaurant opened on the outskirts of El Paso in 1927, providing home cooking, home brew and slot machines through Prohibition. Later renamed the "L&J Cafe," a fourth generation now continues the family tradition.
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L & J Cafe
3622 E Missouri AveThe L&J Cafe is a uniquely flavorful link between El Paso's past and present. Originally known as "Tony's Place", the restaurant opened on the outskirts of El Paso in 1927, providing home cooking, home brew and slot machines through Prohibition. Later renamed the "L&J Cafe," a fourth generation now continues the family tradition.
Kiki's Mexican Restaurant is another iconic El Paso establishment. It may not as old as some others, but in terms of their Food Network (for their Beef Machaca) fame and being one of local favorites, Kiki's is truly one of the best in El Paso. Sunday daily lunch special is Chicken Mole.
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Kiki's Mexican Restaurant
2719 N Piedras StKiki's Mexican Restaurant is another iconic El Paso establishment. It may not as old as some others, but in terms of their Food Network (for their Beef Machaca) fame and being one of local favorites, Kiki's is truly one of the best in El Paso. Sunday daily lunch special is Chicken Mole.
You've never seen such a huge variety of tacos as the ones you'll find at Chih'ua Restaurant & Bar. If you can't decide which taco to order, you'll have to try them all! They serve only authentic Mexican dishes, including
Tacos and Steaks
Fajitas and Chicken
Enchiladas and Seafood
Quesadillas and Tortas
And more!
Tacos al pastor is their specialty. If you haven't tried this customer favorite, come in today and taste what you've been missing! No matter what day of the week it may be, you'll find Mexican food specials at Chih'ua Restaurant & Bar. If you're craving Mexican on Tuesday, stop in for our huge buffet on.
Chih'ua Restaurant & Bar
9135 Gateway Blvd WYou've never seen such a huge variety of tacos as the ones you'll find at Chih'ua Restaurant & Bar. If you can't decide which taco to order, you'll have to try them all! They serve only authentic Mexican dishes, including
Tacos and Steaks
Fajitas and Chicken
Enchiladas and Seafood
Quesadillas and Tortas
And more!
Tacos al pastor is their specialty. If you haven't tried this customer favorite, come in today and taste what you've been missing! No matter what day of the week it may be, you'll find Mexican food specials at Chih'ua Restaurant & Bar. If you're craving Mexican on Tuesday, stop in for our huge buffet on.
Great food and they allow BYOB if wanting some drinks to down your food with! It is but 5 minutes away from your air bnb and open until 11 p.m & midnight on the weekends. ENJOY!
Don Cuco (Cotton)
1916 Montana AveGreat food and they allow BYOB if wanting some drinks to down your food with! It is but 5 minutes away from your air bnb and open until 11 p.m & midnight on the weekends. ENJOY!
Entertainment
The El Paso Zoo is a zoo located in El Paso, Texas. The 35-acre facility houses animals representing over 220 species, including such critically endangered species as the Amur leopard and the Aruba rattlesnake. The zoo is home to a sea lion exhibit, which hosts daily shows, as well as exotic animals from around the world with feature attractions such as the African Star train and the Hunt Family Desert Spring. The zoo recently expanded in size with the addition on the new African Exhibit featuring lions, zebras, and giraffes.
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El Paso Zoo
4001 E Paisano DrThe El Paso Zoo is a zoo located in El Paso, Texas. The 35-acre facility houses animals representing over 220 species, including such critically endangered species as the Amur leopard and the Aruba rattlesnake. The zoo is home to a sea lion exhibit, which hosts daily shows, as well as exotic animals from around the world with feature attractions such as the African Star train and the Hunt Family Desert Spring. The zoo recently expanded in size with the addition on the new African Exhibit featuring lions, zebras, and giraffes.
Western Playland is a 30-acre (120,000 m2) amusement park located in Sunland Park, New Mexico. It was located in Ascarate Park in El Paso, Texas from 1960 until 2006, but after conflicts with the county of El Paso, owner Pat Thompson decided to move it across the Rio Grande to Sunland Park where the owner of Sunland Park Casino donated land right across from his casino. It is home to the rides Tusnami, El Bandido Roller Coaster, Paratrooper, Round up, Tilt-a Whirl, Pharaoh's Fury, Scrambler, Himalaya and more.
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Western Playland
1249 Futurity DrWestern Playland is a 30-acre (120,000 m2) amusement park located in Sunland Park, New Mexico. It was located in Ascarate Park in El Paso, Texas from 1960 until 2006, but after conflicts with the county of El Paso, owner Pat Thompson decided to move it across the Rio Grande to Sunland Park where the owner of Sunland Park Casino donated land right across from his casino. It is home to the rides Tusnami, El Bandido Roller Coaster, Paratrooper, Round up, Tilt-a Whirl, Pharaoh's Fury, Scrambler, Himalaya and more.