Las Cruces · Dona Ana County, NM
Family things to do in Las Cruces
Scout analyzed 62 Las Cruces places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.
Places analyzed
62
Matches
24
Typical spend
$30
Typical visit
1.3 hr
Scout-verified spots

Food & Drink
Rio Grande Winery
This winery is a good spot for a relaxed afternoon or early evening outing, offering wine tasting and light food in a scenic setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-50 per person.

Family
Mesilla Valley Maze
Mesilla Valley Maze is a seasonal family outing, typically lasting 2-3 hours. Expect to spend $10-20 per person on entry and activities, offering an affordable autumn experience.

Food & Drink
Grounded
Grounded is suitable for a casual stop for coffee or a light meal, potentially transitioning to drinks later in the day. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-30 per person.

Food & Drink
D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO
This winery and bistro is suitable for an evening meal or drinks, offering local wines and bistro food. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-70 per person for food and drinks.

Food & Drink
La Posta De Mesilla
La Posta is a good stop for a New Mexican meal in a historic setting, featuring unique attractions like a piranha tank and aviary. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$45 per person, making it suitable for a family meal or a casual date.

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Indulgence Bakery & Cafe
This bakery and cafe is suitable for a casual breakfast or lunch, offering pastries, sandwiches, and coffee. Expect to spend 45 minutes and $10-25 per person.

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The Shed
The Shed is a casual Southwestern cafe good for breakfast or lunch, especially on weekends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and $10-25 per person for a meal.

Food & Drink
Le Rendezvous Café
Le Rendezvous Café is a good spot for a relaxed breakfast or lunch, offering French-style dishes and desserts. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a casual meal, suitable for an hour-long visit.

Food & Drink
Madelyn‘s
Madelyn's is a casual pizza restaurant that also offers drinks and possibly live music, suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-25 per person here.

Food & Drink
Cafe de Mesilla
Cafe de Mesilla is good for a casual breakfast or lunch outing, especially for New Mexican fare, lasting about an hour and costing $10-25 per person. It pairs well with exploring the Mesilla area.

Food & Drink
Cattle Baron
Cattle Baron is a Western-themed steakhouse suitable for a dinner outing with family or for a date night. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $35-75 per person for a meal and drinks.

Food & Drink
Hacienda de Mesilla
Hacienda de Mesilla is suitable for a relaxed dinner outing, often pairing with an evening stroll in Mesilla. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $30-75 per person for food and drinks.

Food & Drink
Andele's Dog House
Andele's Dog House is an easygoing spot for Mexican food, good for a casual lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for about an hour, easily pairing with other activities in Mesilla.

Food & Drink
A Bite Of Belgium
This is a good spot for a casual breakfast or lunch, offering Belgian-style fare for around $10-25 per person. It's suitable for a standalone meal or as a morning stop before other activities.

Nightlife
The Pecan Grill and Brewery
The Pecan Grill is suitable for a casual meal with friends or family, offering craft beers and American Southwestern food. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for food and drinks.

Food & Drink
Bubba's 33
Bubba's 33 is a good spot for a casual meal of burgers or pizza, especially if you want to watch sports. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-30 per person.

Food & Drink
Sunset Grill
Sunset Grill is a New American restaurant and bar, suitable for a casual meal or drinks with a golf course view. Expect a visit of 1-2 hours and a per-person cost of $15-40.

Food & Drink
Wavez Food Hawaiian-Cajun
Wavez Food is a casual spot for Hawaiian-Cajun cuisine, good for a quick lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$30 per person.

Food & Drink
Luna Rossa Winery & Pizzeria
This winery and pizzeria is suitable for a relaxed dinner or weekend outing, often featuring live music. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-$50 per person on food and drinks.

Food & Drink
Chala's Wood Fire Grill
Chala's Wood Fire Grill is suitable for a casual meal, perhaps before or after another activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for the dining experience.

Food & Drink
Santorini
Santorini is a solid choice for a casual meal of Mediterranean and Greek dishes, good for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for a main course and perhaps an appetizer or dessert.

Food & Drink
Smokey Sensations
This barbecue restaurant is suitable for a casual meal, likely pairing well with other activities in the area. Expect a visit of about an hour, with costs typically ranging from $15-$35 per person for food and drink.

Food & Drink
The Bean at Josefina’s
This cafe is a good stop for a quick coffee and snack, perhaps after exploring the historical area of Mesilla. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

Food & Drink
Andele Restaurant
Andele Restaurant is a good spot for a casual and affordable Mexican meal, suitable for families or a relaxed outing. Expect to spend about an hour here and $10-25 per person on food.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 54 of the 62 analyzed Las Cruces places fit family.
- 41% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 94% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Scenic, Playful, Adventurous, Educational.
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