Richard & Angelina's Guidebook
Sight Seeing
Historic old Mesilla plaza is the epitome of small town charm at its finest, serving as a great location for afternoon shopping and dining, where award winning cafes and restaurants and unique stores surround the town's focal point of the historic Plaza.
Rich in history, culture and heritage, this little Town is far from quaint. Art galleries, entertaining events, rich history, unique shops and delicious cuisine are just a few staples that Old Mesilla has to offer.
20 locals recommend
Mesilla Plaza
2170 Calle De ParianHistoric old Mesilla plaza is the epitome of small town charm at its finest, serving as a great location for afternoon shopping and dining, where award winning cafes and restaurants and unique stores surround the town's focal point of the historic Plaza.
Rich in history, culture and heritage, this little Town is far from quaint. Art galleries, entertaining events, rich history, unique shops and delicious cuisine are just a few staples that Old Mesilla has to offer.
https://www.nps.gov/whsa/index.htm
Our true natural Treasure! Incredible site to see!
20 locals recommend
White Sands Visitor's Center
19955 US-70
https://www.nps.gov/whsa/index.htm
Our true natural Treasure! Incredible site to see!
Dripping Springs Natural Area
15000 Dripping Springs RoadGreat Hiking!
New Mexico State University
1405 International MallOne of the original Land Grant Universities.
Musuem
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum
4100 Dripping Springs Rdhttp://www.nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/
Food scene
Andele Restaurant
1950 Calle Del NorteWe love their Enchiladas and salsa bar!
We love Chalas since they don't have a microwave or freezer, freshest food around... Chef and owner smokes his own bacon, a true gem so close to us.
23 locals recommend
Chala's Wood Fire Grill
2790 Avenida de MesillaWe love Chalas since they don't have a microwave or freezer, freshest food around... Chef and owner smokes his own bacon, a true gem so close to us.
We love Lescombes for their wine flights and their reasonably priced and delicious entrees!
51 locals recommend
D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro
1720 Avenida de MesillaWe love Lescombes for their wine flights and their reasonably priced and delicious entrees!
Greata Tapas Place with live music on back patio! A huge variety of food on their menus with many vegan options!
20 locals recommend
Salud! de Mesilla
1800 Avenida de MesillaGreata Tapas Place with live music on back patio! A huge variety of food on their menus with many vegan options!
Great local brews with outdoor seating with limited food menu, check it out online.
31 locals recommend
Spotted Dog Brewery
2920 Avenida de MesillaGreat local brews with outdoor seating with limited food menu, check it out online.
A Bite Of Belgium
741 N Alameda BlvdGreat Brunch/Lunch spot, our favorite!
Beautiful Old Bar with great atmosphere! A little more upscale but worth it.
45 locals recommend
Double Eagle
2355 Calle De GuadalupeBeautiful Old Bar with great atmosphere! A little more upscale but worth it.
Tucked away, wonderful Mexican Restaurant with Latin Flare with a wine list.
6 locals recommend
Paisano Cafe
1740 Calle De MercadoTucked away, wonderful Mexican Restaurant with Latin Flare with a wine list.
Great Italian Food and Wood Fired Pizza! A great wine menu and excellent gelato.
27 locals recommend
Luna Rossa Winery & Pizzeria
1321 Avenida de MesillaGreat Italian Food and Wood Fired Pizza! A great wine menu and excellent gelato.
The Bean Cafe
2011 Avenida de MesillaGreat Coffee/Teas with a Brunch/Lunch Menu
Traveler advice
Getting around
If you are heading to White's Sands by Car
You will be stopped by a border patrol station. You will need your passport if you're not a US Citizen. In fact, 50 miles in all directions leaving here will have a border patrol station since we are close to the Mexican Border.