Things to Do in El Paso

Chef Emiliano Marentes mills heritage corn daily for tortillas that anchor refined borderland cooking. Featured in Food & Wine and recognized by the James Beard Foundation, ELEMI recently moved to Eastlake while staying true to its masa-first ethos.

Family-run since 1927, the Old Place by the Graveyard serves El Paso staples like caldillo and stacked enchiladas. Lauded by Texas Highways and noted in Food & Wine’s El Paso feature, it remains a living link between the city’s past and present.

A Central El Paso institution since 1976, Kiki’s is famous for its machaca smothered in green sauce. Spotlighted on The Best Thing I Ever Ate and praised by The Austin Chronicle and Texas writers, it’s beloved for unfussy, deeply local flavors.

Run by La Mujer Obrera, this social-enterprise cafe preserves Indigenous and regional recipes while supporting community jobs. Recommended by Visit El Paso and local publications, it pairs soulful dishes with an artisan market celebrating Mexican heritage.

El Paso’s flagship craft brewery pours a wide range of house beers alongside a full tavern menu. Its new taproom hosts Borderland BeerFest and collaborations across the city, regularly covered by local media and the tourism board.

Set in a 1930s building near the city’s original brewery site, Old Sheepdog anchors community life with concerts, open mics, and pop-ups. Visit El Paso and public radio event listings often highlight its bilingual arts programming.

Tour a working boot atelier and see artisans handcraft flamboyant pairs coveted worldwide. The shop welcomes visitors by appointment and has been featured by Lonely Planet, National Geographic, and Texas Highways for its artistry and El Paso roots.

El Paso County’s winery pours estate and regional wines with weekend live music and picnicking among the vines. Its relaxed tastings and family-friendly vibe are regularly promoted by the vineyard and the city’s official tourism channels.

A fourth-generation dairy on the Mission Trail known for fresh asadero cheese, a free petting zoo, and weekend family events. Texas Highways and local guides spotlight its role in borderland foodways and community fun.

The bar immortalized by the Marty Robbins hit is still a neighborhood hangout with burgers, tacos, and live music. Frequently written about by Texas Highways and national outlets, it’s a pilgrimage for music fans and locals alike.

Independent and El Paso–owned, this venue books rising indie, Latin, and alt acts and hosts community events. Its robust 2025 calendar confirms an active scene, with touring artists sharing bills with homegrown talent.