From seasonal menus to vegan beer dinners to choose from, your days of boring menu options are over at Eloise Cafe & Bar. Enjoy delicious Cacio E Pepe, Cauliflower Tikka Masala, Homemade Biscotti, Kimchi Fried Rice, Ahi Tuna sandwiches, Poached D'anjou Pears. For the health conscious foodies, the Vegan nachos are smothered in homemade queso, curry bowls come with your choice of tofu or seitan, and the avocado reuben hardly misses the pastrami. The kitchen does its best to provide diverse fresh flavors and accommodates dietary decisions. The Makers Mark, Moscow Mule, Martini, Mojito, Margarita, House Wine, Sangria, and Draught are on point, and the ambiance is perfect for a classy evening out with friends, family, and coworkers.
Scenic Drive is both a journey and a destination. The area is a city park that closes to motorists every Sunday, to accomodate foot traffic. Scenic Drive affords spectacular views of the U.S. southwest and Mexico, specifically Ciudad Juarez and the countryside. Binoculars are available on site, too.
It's all happening at the El Paso Zoo, a thriving center for education and fun, where visitors can view more than 250 species of animals, learn about their natural habitats, and discover how to preserve endangered species for future generations. The 35-acre zoo boasts a variety of natural habitats to explore. Exhibits include a Reptile House, South American Pavilion, Americas Aviary, Cisneros Paraje, Birds of Prey, Forest Atrium, Asian Grasslands and an Elephant Complex. In all, there are 500 mammals, reptiles and birds, 100 fish and 250 invertebrates. Other fun activities include a carousel, food court and gift shop.
Journey with an open heart to discover what makes the desert a sacred beautiful sanctuary as it hides a well of history and lore by jaunting out to Hueco Tanks State Park where for thousands of years people trekked to these rock hills for the rainwater pooled in natural rock basins, huecos (“whey-coes”). Visitors today marvel at the imagery left by ancient people and hike, rock climb, bird watch, study nature and history, picnic and stargaze. Visitors can take both guided and self-guided tours to view rock imagery including a stop by their interpretive center in a historic ranch house to learn about the park and its history. The park store at headquarters sells gifts and other unique items including apparel wear and classic scenes of the area. Hueco Tanks is mainly a day-use park with 20 campsites and reserve permits are a must.