The Boxcar Café offers quality hand-picked food featuring fresh ingredients and masterful preparation by the Boxcar Café family. Whether you’re ordering a meal to-go, hiking through and need a quick snack, or waiting for the next train ride, the Boxcar Café offers a fresh, casual atmosphere that makes it perfect for dining solo, with friends, family, or clients.
Based on 423 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
425 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM 87520
Phone: (575) 756-2706
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Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
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Reviews
Johnathan Dobbs
Food was good. Service was horrible. Came in the front door but seating was full so they asked if I wanted to sit outside. It’s a beautiful day, so I said yes. The lady taking my order was yawning the whole time. What she didn’t tell me was that food takes longer outside and that I wouldn’t be served outside. I had to go inside and ask for coffee. I didn’t ask for my food to go, but that’s how I finally got it. And they were all dismissive. When I asked for my coffee, they made an excuse about being behind on coffee making though there was 1/3 of a pot sitting in front of me. I had to pre-pay, so I gave a large tip thinking I was getting served, but I was sorely mistaken. And, no…contrary to the response of the business below, I didn’t cuss at the wait staff.
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Ranch Boss
We had dinner here last night. It was so good that I came back for breakfast. It was even better! Huevos rancheros smothered in red chili! Flavor was awesome! I’ll have to make this my regular spot when I’m in Chama, New Mexico, plus totally random, met someone that I previously met 1000 miles away 2 years ago!
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J Manly
Not impressed.
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Sucely Berger
We were relieved to find a restaurant that wasn’t packed on early Saturday afternoon. Our party had a child under 5 and an infant. Upon seating ourselves we waited about 10 min for menus. It took another 10 min for the young waiter to come and get our drink order. I had to ask if they could make a smaller burger for my 5 year old and I was told ‘there’s a kids menu for that’ I looked on and around my table and saw no kids menu in sight. It that moment the waiter remembered he never offered it to us and went to retrieve it….I also had to ask for a high chair as the young man did not acknowledge I was still holding my baby in my lap.
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Kristy Hughes
Our family had breakfast at the Boxcar, we had several different menu items, all were tasty and had great presentation. Our waiter, Garrison was such a delightful young man, so polite and very friendly! Wish him well as he finishes his last year of high school!
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Allison Patrick
Delightful place to grab lunch. We had the BLT and the Southwest quinoa bowl. Both were excellent, service was prompt as they weren’t that busy. Like every place in Chama if it was crowded I’m sure it would take a bit of time. I wish there was one or two Mexican food options on the lunch menu, but it looks like they have those at dinner.
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Richard Brumley
Eating here reminded me of the important facts of life. You take the good you take the bad. The lighting was dim but the place friendly. The burgers and duck fat/Japanese seasoned fries we ordered were cooked to perfection. Unfortunately the fries were spicy enough to kill any flavors of what they were cooked in. The menu did not have any description of the seasoning and the host was not terribly knowledgeable. To top it off the bill for two modest burgers with fries for two and Coke and iced tea were over $50 not including tip. A bit much for one step above a greasy spoon.
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AOP
UPDATE: One of the BEST lunches had in Chama in a very long time!!! Service was friendly and accommodating. Fish and chips were good, the tartar sauce FANTASTIC, and an excellent portion, too! Chicken Fried steak with mashed potatoes and green chile gravy, full of flavor and veggies were surprising! Lunch was a bit pricey. The menu listed chicken fried steak and fish and chips at $13 each, however the bill was $32 (no beverages were ordered) Lunch was $40 with tip. Happy they are open! Give them a visit soon!!!
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Leapfrog
Not many options in Chama NM. This is the best I have found. Limited days and hours so it is best to call first. I’ve eaten there several times and the service was always great as it is mostly family operated. It is clean and the outdoor patio dining is the best as it is a little crowded inside. The burgers are good and for the area well priced. Open for lunch and dinner only.
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John Schiebe
Went there for dinner. I went with the traditional country fried steak and mashed potatoes. It was very good. My wife had the fish and chips. Maybe the best fish and chips I’ve ever tried. The wait staff was very good.
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