Where to Find Prepared Thanksgiving Meals in Ruidoso

Whether you're planning Thanksgiving for two or a family, the whole meal — from turkey to sides to pie — can be found at Ruidoso restaurants. Here’s a helpful list of Ruidoso restaurant Thanksgiving menus and prepared meals. Make your reservation today!

Ruidoso Thanksgiving
 

*This list is updated annually as information becomes available. Please call ahead to confirm.

  • K-BOB'S Steakhouse offers family holiday meals for $149.99, serving up to 8 people. Meals include 4 lbs. of turkey or ham, sides, rolls, and a free pumpkin pie. Extra meats, sides, rolls, and pies are available. Place your order early! For orders, call 575-378-0025.

  • Rainmakers Resort and Club offers a gourmet Thanksgiving meal—hot and ready to serve on November 27. Choose one protein, three sides, and a pie, complete with all the trimmings. Meals for two are $175. Pick up at 11 a.m. or 2 p.m.; order by November 24. Call 575-336-8650 or email mswenor@rainmakersusa.com to reserve.

  • Ruidoso Jockey Club features a complete holiday feast for pickup or delivery within Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs, and Alto (delivery fee $50). Choose from whole roasted turkey (serves 12 for $300 or 6 for $150), whole prime rib (serves 12 for $360 or 6 for $180), or baked ham (serves 12 for $324 or 6 for $162). Each entrée includes whipped potatoes, candied yams, broccoli and cauliflower au gratin, and fresh rolls. Extras such as additional entrées, gravy, and house-made pies (apple, pumpkin, pecan) are available. Orders must be placed by November 21, with payment due November 25. Cancellations after November 26 are non-refundable. Menu. To order, call 575-378-4446 or email Ruidosojockeyclub@ruidosojockeyclub.com.

  • Wendell’s Steak & Seafood: Wendell’s Thanksgiving Brunch will be held Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, featuring a lavish buffet with herb butter–basted turkey, smoked ham, New York strip loin, grilled seabream, and seasonal sides. Guests can also enjoy an omelet and waffle station, fresh seafood, charcuterie, and decadent desserts from the Inn’s bakery. $95 adults, $80 seniors, $30 children 12 and over. Reservations are strongly recommended. Menu. Make a Reservation Online. Phone: (575) 464-7059

  • Cattle Baron: Join Cattle Baron for a Thanksgiving meal from 11 AM to 8:30 PM, featuring a Turkey or Prime Rib Dinner. The meal includes mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce, and turkey gravy. You can also add a salad bar and pumpkin pie for a complete holiday feast! Phone: (575) 257-9355

  • The Ranchers Steak and Seafood Restaurant offers a traditional Thanksgiving meal, along with prime rib and a fish option. Reservations are recommended—call to secure your spot. Phone: +1 575-257-7540

  • The Cantina at Billy The Kid Casino at Ruidoso Downs Race Track invites you to a Thanksgiving feast featuring a hearty menu. Phone: 575-378-4431.

  • 440 Smokehouse BBQ Thanksgiving Preorder Menu: Order by November 24 for scratch-made pies (Pumpkin $16, Southern Pecan $17, Bourbon Pecan $17, Dutch Apple $17) and smoked meats (5 lb. Turkey Breast $45, Smoked Turkey $65, Smoked Ham $65). Call 575-937-5835 or visit 1056 Mechem Dr., Ruidoso, NM, to place your order. Don’t wait—order today!

  • Red Hat Grille, Casino Apache Travel Center: Enjoy oven-roasted turkey with sausage cornbread stuffing, garlic herb whipped potatoes, choice of turkey or brown gravy, fall vegetable medley, candied yams, orange spice cranberry sauce, and yeast rolls. Dessert: pumpkin, pecan, or apple pie slice. Phone: (575) 464-7059

  • Denny’s: Enjoy Denny's Turkey and Dressing dinner featuring tender carved turkey breast, savory stuffing, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce. 575-378-1389

  • Queen of Confections and Parties is accepting orders for home-baked Thanksgiving pies, cakes, and pumpkin rolls. Call 575-714-3538.

  • The Cornerstone Bakery is accepting orders for holiday pies and goodies. Call today. 575-257-1842.

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