Bars in Las Cruces

Grounded on N Main St is worth more than a coffee stop — if you've only been in for a drink, come back and eat. It holds its own as a downtown Las Cruces regular's spot where the food program earns repeat visits. Walk-ins are easy, pricing is accessible, and it fits comfortably into a broader exploration of what downtown Las Cruces does well.

Pho A Dong on East Amador Avenue fills a real gap in Las Cruces — Vietnamese food is scarce in this part of New Mexico, and a well-run bowl of pho here carries more weight than it would in a larger city. Walk-ins are the move, expectations should be casual, and the drinks list will not surprise you. Worth it for the cuisine access alone.