Las Cruces · Dona Ana County, NM
Outdoors in Las Cruces
Scout analyzed 62 Las Cruces places and surfaced the ones that actually fit outdoors.
Places analyzed
62
Matches
24
Typical spend
$30
Typical visit
1.7 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.
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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.
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The Bean of Mesilla
The Bean of Mesilla is a good stop for a quick coffee or light meal, suitable for a solo break or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit of 30 minutes to an hour.
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Double Eagle Restaurant
This high-end steakhouse is ideal for a special occasion dinner or an upscale date night. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-$120 per person for an ornate dining experience.
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Nessa's Cafe
Nessa's Cafe is suitable for a casual breakfast or lunch, expecting to spend $10-25 per person. It works as a quick stop or a relaxed break during an outing.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Milagro Coffee Y Espresso
Milagro Coffee Y Espresso is ideal for a casual solo stop or quick meeting, offering coffee and pastries in a relaxed setting with outdoor seating. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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
- 60 of the 62 analyzed Las Cruces places fit outdoors.
- 37% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 93% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Scenic, Playful, Quiet, Adventurous.
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