Rio Rancho spreads across mesa country on the western edge of the Rio Grande valley, where volcanic escarpments frame views clear across to the Sandia Mountains. Once a ranching outpost turned planned community, it now draws visitors who fuel up at local restaurants before hiking nearby trails or catching a hot air balloon at sunrise. Travelers passing through will find a handful of hotels offering an easy, uncrowded base for exploring the high desert.
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Dion's
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We approach our pizza, salads, and subs with old world sensibilities, making each order by…
O'Hare's Grille & Pub
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O'Hare's Grille & Pub is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico and is locally owned and operated.…
Turtle Mountain Brewing CO
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Rio Rancho’s Neighborhood Brewpub! Since 1999, we have been serving up the best pizzas,…
Twisters
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Twisters Burgers and Burritos serves bold New Mexican flavor, award-winning breakfast…
Weck's
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Weck's is New Mexico’s favorite breakfast and lunch spot, serving hearty homestyle meals…
Federico's
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Federico's Mexican Food serves up bold Mexican flavors with fresh ingredients and fast,…
Five Guys
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Hand-cut fries, made-to-order burgers, and creamy shakes. Order online or find a Five Guys…
Pizza 9
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Pizza 9 serves Chicago-style deep dish pizza, wings, pasta, and green chile favorites across…
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