Despite humble appearance, Dave's Cafe impresses
Locals' Favorite Earns Visitors' Praise
With Dave's Cafe's unassuming facade and small-town charm, you might not expect much from this little restaurant. But Dave's Cafe delivers huge flavors and even bigger portions that keep guests returning year after year.
On TripAdvisor, Dave's Cafe earns a stellar 4.5 stars over 249 reviews. The most common praise highlights the friendly service and the tasty, hearty meals. One recent visitor recommends trying the chili rellenos burrito smothered in green chili sauce. Another diner suggests not missing out on the giant cinnamon rolls baked daily. Critical reviews warn that waits can get long during busy times as the tiny restaurant only seats around 50 people. Some also remark that prices are slightly high for the village, but portions make up for it.
Over on Yelp, with 68 reviews, Dave's Cafe also earns an excellent 4.5-star average rating. Multiple Yelpers dub items like the pancakes and breakfast burritos some of the best they’ve ever tried. The red and green chili sauce seems to be another stand-out, earning rave reviews for its flavor and heat level. Like TripAdvisor, Yelpers confirms that the wait time for a table can stretch during peak times, given the constrained capacity.
Here’s what a couple of happy Yelpers had to say:
“Everything about this place, from the service to the actual food, was absolutely incredible! We went twice during our weekend trip due to pure deliciousness.” - Las Cruces, NM.
“The pancakes are fluffy yet crispy and delicious, as well as the rest of the food. But those pancakes, just thinking about them makes my mouth water.” - El Paso, TX.
Based on the shining reviews, Dave’s Cafe offers some of the best homestyle breakfast and lunch fare during any stay in Cloudcroft. Just prepare for a short wait to enjoy the made-from-scratch meals that keep loyal patrons returning.
Contact Information:
Address: 300 Burro Street, Cloudcroft, NM 88317
Phone Number: 575-682-2127
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DavesCafe1/