XTERRA World Championship Week
October 5–12, 2026
Fuel well, recover well, and experience Ruidoso with participating local restaurants and athlete-friendly menus throughout championship week.
Training, racing, recovering—or cheering from the sidelines? During XTERRA World Championship Week, participating Ruidoso restaurants are making it easier to fuel well while experiencing the flavors and hospitality of the village.
Eat Like an Athlete Ruidoso highlights local dining options for athletes, families, spectators, and support crews throughout championship week, with choices suited to everything from pre-race fueling and hydration to recovery meals, healthy breakfasts, and well-earned post-race celebrations.
Whether you’re looking for carbohydrates before a big day on the trails, protein after the finish, lighter options between activities, or simply a great local meal, Ruidoso’s restaurant community is ready to welcome you.
Eat Like an Athlete was developed with wellness and travel expert Carolyn Scott-Hamilton, founder of The Healthy Voyager, to help visitors navigate dining during major endurance events in Ruidoso.
Working with participating local restaurants, the program highlights menu choices and dining experiences that support active days at elevation while introducing athletes and visitors to some of Ruidoso’s locally loved places to eat.
The idea is simple: fuel well, recover well, and experience Ruidoso while you’re here.
Explore local restaurants participating in Eat Like an Athlete during XTERRA World Championship Week.
2704 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 315-2337
Riverside offers a relaxed mountain gathering place for athletes, families, and spectators looking for craft beer, coffee, casual dining, and championship-week hospitality.
2408 B Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 808-8253
Hidden Tap is a Midtown Ruidoso stop for craft beverages, casual food, and a welcoming place to gather after a day of racing, exploring, or spectating.
2331 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-9335
Noisy Water Winery offers New Mexico wines, gourmet foods, gifts, and a relaxed tasting-room experience in Midtown Ruidoso.
157 US-70, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 378-0025
K-Bob’s serves classic steakhouse favorites, hand-cut steaks, seafood, burgers, and a made-from-scratch salad wagon for visitors looking for a hearty meal.
657 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-9355
Cattle Baron offers steakhouse dining, seafood, soups, and its signature salad bar for athletes, families, and visitors looking for a full-service dining experience.
2800 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 630-0224
Grill Caliente is a Southwestern bistro serving fresh, chile-inspired dishes and grilled favorites in the heart of Ruidoso.
2919 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-6546
Casitas Cafe is a coffee and bake house near Upper Canyon offering coffee, baked goods, breakfast, and lunch for visitors starting—or refueling—their day.
501 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-2495
Casa Blanca serves Latin, Mexican, and Southwestern favorites in a longtime Ruidoso dining setting, with options for families, athletes, and groups.
212 Metz Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-3325
Texas Club Grill & Bar offers steak, seafood, cocktails, and mountain dining for visitors ready to unwind, gather, or celebrate.
1129 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-1445
Zocca Coffee & Tea offers coffee, espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, breakfast, and light café fare for an early start, quick snack, or mid-day recharge.
1025 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4312
Camino Nuevo serves authentic Mexican cuisine with hearty meals and fresh ingredients for athletes, support crews, and visitors fueling up throughout championship week.
2823 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-7540
Ranchers Steak & Seafood offers steaks, seafood, burgers, salads, and classic American favorites in a relaxed setting for recovery meals, family dinners, or gathering after a day on the trails.
Ruidoso sits at approximately 6,900 feet above sea level, making hydration, recovery, rest, and balanced nutrition especially important during active days in the mountains.
During championship week:
Hydrate consistently throughout the day.
Give yourself time to adjust to the elevation.
Plan meals and snacks around training and race schedules.
Prioritize recovery food and fluids after strenuous activity.
Balance championship-week excitement with adequate rest.
Eat Like an Athlete is also an invitation to experience Ruidoso through its local restaurants.
Between training sessions, races, celebrations, and outdoor adventures, take time to explore the village, meet the people behind its businesses, and enjoy the mountain community welcoming athletes from around the world.
