Visiting Cielo Vista, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this El Paso neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Mexican restaurant to a steakhouse.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Cielo Vista, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. El Taquito
Topping the list is Mexican and Latin American spot El Taquito. Located at 1422 Airway Blvd., Suite E, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 201 reviews on Yelp.
On the menu, expect to find traditional Mexican fare, such as tacos, tortas, burritos, flautas and breakfast items. Diners can choose the the rancheras flautas with ranchera sauce, beans and shredded cheese, or opt for the picadillo plate with ground beef, potatoes, onion and tomatoes served with rice, beans and tortillas.
2. Bricktown Tap House & Kitchen
Next up is pub and traditional American spot Bricktown Tap House & Kitchen, situated at 8889 Gateway Blvd. West, Suite 1530. With four stars out of 121 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Look for crafted and signature burgers, sandwiches, salad and entrees on the food menu. Try Big Mike's Meatloaf, the turkey pot pie or the Cowboy Bison Burger (ground bison patty, whiskey caramelized onions, arugula, pickles and a tomato). Wash it down with a beer off the extensive drink menu, which includes wheat, fruit and malty roasted brews.
3. Toro Burger Bar
Gastropub Toro Burger Bar, which offers burgers and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 6590 Montana Ave., four stars out of 261 reviews.
Customers can order a different burger every day for a full month as 30 different varieties are on the menu. There is the Wild Boar Burger with Swiss cheese and blue cheese gravy, and the Rise and Shine burger, which includes Angus beef, hash browns, a fried egg, bacon, American cheese and spicy cranberry ketchup. If you are not in the mood for a burger, there are also chicken sandwiches and salads. Add shakes or float as a drink.
4. Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Grimaldi's Pizzeria, a spot to score pizza and more, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 226 Yelp reviews. Head over to 8889 Gateway Blvd. West, Suite 1200, to see for yourself.
The chain restaurant bakes its pizzas in a coal brick oven. Pizzas are available as signature pies or customers can add their own toppings from a list of 25 options. Menu standouts include the Brooklyn Bridge (roasted red peppers, ricotta cheese and sausage), the Quattro Formaggi (mozzarella, asiago, parmesan and gorgonzola) and the Pesto pizza (mozzarella and basil pesto sauce drizzle). There is also a gluten free pie. It carries a full list of beers and wines to pair with the meal. (Click here to view the full menu.)
5. West Texas Chophouse
Check out West Texas Chophouse, which has earned four stars out of 189 reviews on Yelp. You can find the steakhouse, which offers burgers, sandwiches and more, at 1135 Airway Blvd., Suite 7B
The menu features steak, fish, seafood and chicken. Steak options include a top sirloin, rib eye or filet mignon, all of which comes with a baked potato. Or go with the lobster tail, seasoned panko-crusted fried shrimp or the chipotle alfredo. (For the full menu, click here.)
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