Carmen's Kitchen

Yum! We weren't sure what to expect, but it was perfect. They accept cards, which was our first concern since we were outta cash.
Everything on the menu looked great and we couldn't decide. When we asked for a recommendation, the lady told us the blue corn enchiladas would probably be her go to choice since it's kinda unique. So we did that. Each of us got the same thing but we skipped the ground beef on top and added an over medium egg instead. One of us got green chile (which did not disappoint in hotness nor flavor) and the other got red. We split them because we both couldn't decide which we liked better - the red or the green.
The food was delicious, the service was great, and it's such a perfectly cozy spot!
I will definitely be back here.

It was delicious. I had an omelette my husband had the juevos rancheros and he said the red sauce was excellent, not too hot. The menu said it came with beans and rice but he got beans and potatoes which was a nice surprise for breakfast. It had like four, four top tables and one two top in the center. Very small. It was freezing cold when we walked in but the turned down the air so it eventually became comfortable.

Diner style restaurant. Friendly and nice. Enjoyed their sandwich. Would recommend the Southwest combo

This is a small place. Food is amazing and so was the service. I am visiting T or C for the day so it was great to find a delicious place to nourish myself. Whenever I'm in town, I will definitely make a stop here again.

Amazing green chile cheesburger! Very friendly as I walked in and ordered minutes to closing. Will definitely come again!

Had a smothered beef burrito plate with beans. It was excellent as well as the chips and salsa. The red sauce on the burrito had some heat to it.

Great place. Friendly service. Good food. I love the breakfast potatoes and the Frito pie with green chili.

I'm a vegetarian and Carmen's was a good stop for me. The food was authentic, hot and delicious. I was stuffed when I left the place. The service was so good that it made me want to live in Truth or Consequences just so I could come back here over and over again.

Had great food.. Three tacos took back to the motel to eat

Love the burritos. I had the burrito smothered with the green chilie sauce. With just enough heat to get my taste buds a wake up call. Not enough to start my heartburn.

Hello from Wisconsin!!
Don’t drive by this sweet little gem! Authentic Mexican food at its finest. Great family business. Loved EVERYTHING! Thank you!

Based on first impression of Carmen, I'm giving it 5 stars. I didn't actually eat there because she was out of what I wanted, but her hospitality and friendly smile will have me going back on Monday! I'll let you know how the food is then. ;-)

I don't remember the young man's name who was working with her, but the two of them together totally made my day! The world needs more people like these! #KindnessIsLove ♥

Follow-up;
I did go back and eat at Carmen's! Again, I was delighted with her loving and caring personality so it was another incredible experience. The food was awesome and the prices are great, especially for the amounts you receive.

If I'm ever back in the area; I will definitely go back, for the food and for Carmen's warm, loving, and friendly smile! The world needs more people and places like this! ♥♥♥

Good! Carmen waited on us and her daughter did the cooking. The green chile cheeseburgers and fries we're a hit with the 3 husbands. 2 had the quesadillas. I had the red enchilada and relleno. Good food. She has had a rough time with the covid crisis so I hope people will go see her.

It's cozy and small, but you know there's love in the kitchen. I've eaten here a few times in the past three months and I'm never disappointed. This time, I dined in rather than takeout. The salsa is thick and tasty with just enough kick. I ordered a relleno burrito. it was filled with delicious whole pinto beans. The cheese-stuffed green chile was New Mexico flavor. With an iced tea, my bill was less than seven dollars.

Popped into Carmen's just now while wandering the New Mexican countryside. Serendipitous selection. Cozy, very clean and cool inside, really excellent chile rellenos plate, and wonderful service by the wonderful Amber. Just what the doctor ordered!

I wish that there was a way to give more stars. Carmen’s has the best break and lunch in NM, not just Truth or Consequences. I would drive 100 miles out of my way to get their breakfast burritos. The wait staff is soo good! High quality in every aspect.

The red cheese enchilada platter was authentic with a homemade taste.
The chocolate cake was deliciously moist. Bright and clean restaurant gives it a comfortable feel while enjoying their great tasting food.

Very relaxed atmosphere, service was immediate and the other patrons were pleasant. Food was on point. This Cafe lives up to its name by serving Mexican American food with just the right amount of seasoning and heat.

My family and I were traveling,we googled places to eat. Carmens popped up and we stopped. We were so pleased. The green chili chesse burgers were on point. My son demoshied his quesadilla. The staff was so nice and you can tell the food is made with love. ❤

Oh my, we couldn't decide which restaurant we wanted to eat it, then we came across Carmen's. The service was great and the green chili cheese burger was out of the world. The meat tasted like it was fresh meat. Hadn't had that since thw 60's. Tucumcari, New Mexico