Dining
Traditional Mexican food – from tacos and refried beans to margaritas – are the staples of this border town. Naturally, the proximity to Mexico plays an important role in the city’s restaurants and visitors spend countless dollars sampling the native fare. But it’s not all about Mexico, even in this metropolitan area that reaches on both sides of the border.
You’ll find plenty of options for fine dining, fast foods and other cultural eating places. Pizza, Chinese and other ethnic restaurants are available, as are some of the more traditional “western” foods – hearty steak and eggs. While you’re probably not going to visit El Paso without sampling some of the Mexican food being offered, you aren’t going to be forced to eat tortillas during your entire visit.