Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in El Paso

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in El Paso? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Café Central

4.9

4.9 (2262)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

El Paso

About the restaurant

Cafe Central offers an outstanding experience; delectable cuisine and our dedication to thoughtful service are evident in every staff member, making it a preferred destination for locals and visitors alike. Offering an expansive, award winning wine selection and exquisite gourmet dishes with a Southwestern twist in mind to create exceptional cuisine from appetizers to entrees. Located in the heart of downtown, just one block from the Museum of Art, Plaza Theater, San Jacinto Plaza, Convention Center, and other hotels.
El Paso’s only winner of the Wine Spectator Best Award of Excellence for the past 11 years and honored with the Distinguished Restaurants of America (DiRoNa) Award for Excellence. After a long day of travel, indulge in the Cafe Central experience. Join us for dinner and enjoy the impeccable service and cuisine. Your table’s ready, and the bar is fully stocked.

Experience timeless tradition at Cafe Central and be part of the legacy. Bon appétit!

Top review

Matthew

Dined 3 days ago

This was by far the best meal I have ever eaten in El Paso. The vibes of this restaurant were spot on, with an ambiance that would be at home in the nicest neighborhoods in Dallas or Houston. The food was fantastic, and the service was even better.

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Chilean Sea Bass (Tacos)

Garufa Argentinean Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (179)

$30 and under

Argentinean

El Paso

About the restaurant

Garufa is an Argentinean style restaurant. We specialize in delicious steaks and pasta, but we have lots more to choose from for any appetite!

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Dined on Sep 25, 2024

From the onset, by being cordially greeted by Oscar and the impeccable service of Scott gave us such a wonderful experience. The ambiance was soothing, again the service was outstanding, the food delicious. Definitely worth my time and money.

El Camino

4.8

4.8 (36)

$30 and under

Seafood

El Paso

About the restaurant

El Camino Crudo Club.

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Marcella

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

Súper delicious and excellent service! I really enjoyed the dinner

Landry's Seafood House - El Paso

4.8

4.8 (412)

$30 and under

Seafood

El Paso

About the restaurant

The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience.

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Ricardovip

Dined 7 days ago

We travel substantially and we have learned that Landry’s restaurants are generally inconsistent from place to place, especially when it comes to service. However, the El Paso Landry’s is ALWAYS good, with above average service. Today was no exception! We had the pleasure of having Nicole as our server. She went above and beyond, complimented our attire, shared some personal experiences and was very professional. Nicole is an excellent server and made our dining experience a perfect 10! We are looking forward to our next meal hopefully we will get lucky again and have Nicole take care of us!

Taft Diaz

4.8

4.8 (403)

$31 to $50

American

El Paso

About the restaurant

October 16, 1909-For the first time in their country’s history, American President William H. Taft and Mexican President Porfirio Díaz met for a summit in the El Paso-Juarez border; the land commonly known as El Chamizal. Flags were lowered and the borderland remained neutral territory.

A traditional, conservative luncheon was hosted by President Taft at the El Paso Chamber of Commerce followed by an opulent dinner served and presented by President Díaz in the Old Federal Customs building in Juarez. Private discussions were had and agreements were made.

TAFT DÍAZ serves as a testament that great things can flourish when you welcome others at your table.

What will you set in motion during your visit with us?

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Ashleyvip

Dined on Sep 20, 2024

The bison burger and steak tacos were amazing! As was the service! We sat at the bar and dinned with Desiree.

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Popular dish

Lobster Spaghetti

Park Tavern

4.7

4.7 (554)

$31 to $50

American

El Paso

About the restaurant

We are pleased to offer a sleek environment of open yet warm casual elegance, making our guests feel comfortable and at ease from the moment they walk in. We feature a large, beautifully traditional bar. Our interior combines unique historic design elements, restored in our 100-plus year old building, along with contemporary accents, reminiscent of a French salon.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 19, 2024

Wonderful experience and well served by waiters . Atmosphere was relaxing and refreshing

Lola Rose

4.7

4.7 (317)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

El Paso

About the restaurant

LOLA ROSE -
An immersive restaurant experience, nestled in The Canyons at Cimarron on the far west of El Paso, Texas.
Lola Rose features a vibrant modern Spanish Mediterranean Menu with a Mexican influence. Showcasing an eclectic wine list with options for every taste and a cocktail menu that's been years in the making, we can't wait to let you experience what hospitality is truly about. A Modern take on Vibe Dining also known as "Supper Club", will take your experience thru a Culinary and Sensory wave, at the helm of our world renowned and homegrown Executive Chef Marco Olivares. Welcome to Lola Rose....

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Victoria

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious! Service was great and the ambiance is very warm and upscale :)

Sushi Itto

4.6

4.6 (235)

$31 to $50

Sushi

El Paso

About the restaurant

Elevated experiential restaurant specializing in upscale Japanese dishes and elegant cocktails in a chic dining atmosphere. Located downtown on the ground level of Hunt Plaza at WestStar Tower, El Paso's newest high-rise, Sushi Itto redefines Japanese dining. Ask about our signature Chef's Table dinner menu, reserve your Teppan experience, or try our Wagyu today. Offering a wide variety of entrees, sushi rolls, traditional rolls, nigiris, sashimis, noodles, and more as well as a full cocktail bar with elegant drinks and Japanese spirits. Make your next culinary experience a true journey with us.

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Jonathon

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Really amazing food and waiter even tho he was busy he was on time with the drink and was really nice and the food came out really delicious 👍🏻

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4.6

4.6 (1010)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

El Paso

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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John

Dined 2 days ago

Perfect evening to dine and connect with friends. Ambiance was perfect. It was a cool evening so chose to sit outside. Started with a delicious besito cocktail. So good I had 2 more throughout the night. No worries, I Ubered. We started with the marrow served on an open spit. Right at your table. After that we received some of the best Blue Points ever. Why not, we decided to get the mussels with chorizo. That should have been enough but.. we ordered the filet and a rib eye too and to top it off a ceviche. We were hungry .. right? lol Everything was amazing. The service was 5 star. We WILL be back. You can count on it. Thanks for great evening.

West Texas Chophouse - Palmas

4.6

4.6 (104)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

El Paso

About the restaurant

Steakhouse/ Pick up order online/ Casual / Bar
Join us for hand cut steaks and delicious wine and cocktails.

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Simon

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

Always enjoy dining here! Service and food is great most of the time and it’s understandable when it’s very busy.