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Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM
Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM
Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM
Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM
Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM

Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino

4.4
4.4
2242 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
9:00 PM
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Booked 26 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
Wendell’s Steak and Seafood Restaurant is the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino's signature dining establishment located on the 4th floor. Wendell's features succulent dishes of fresh seafood, aged steaks, scrumptious desserts and offer an impressive wine list. The restaurant and lounge feature spectacular views of Sierra Blanca, the Sacramento Mountains, Lake Mescalero and our 18-hole Championship Golf Course.

Wendell's Lounge is adjacent to the restaurant where we offer delicious appetizers along with our signature martinis, margaritas and cocktails.

Note to guests: During our reopening stage, we will be featuring menus with a limited number of our most popular culinary selections. We look forward to seeing the return of some familiar faces and to welcoming new guests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (575) 464-7842
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Cody Turnbough
  • Neighborhood
    Mescalero
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is currently not being offered through our resort here at Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino. Garage parking is available.
  • Entertainment
    Wendell’s Steak and Seafood Restaurant and Lounge feature musical entertainment every Friday and Saturday night ranging for light jazz to classical guitar to easy listening piano.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,242 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Romantic

  • New Mexico

    Great for scenic views

  • New Mexico

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wendell's at Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "excellent service" and "delicious food." The "beautiful views" and atmosphere make it perfect for special occasions. While some find it pricey, regulars appreciate the "great service," live music, and varied menu, highlighted by offerings like elk and seafood.
2,242 Reviews
  1. Alonzo

    New Mexico

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very expensive, not worth the money. Service was good, and the restaurant was clean, but the silverware had hard water stains. Price for two $190. Worth maybe $100.

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  2. Jay

    VIP

    Dallas

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Steaks were not cooked to requested temp. (We requested Med Well plus, they came out rare to med rare). We did send them back for correction. Food was good after that. Our waitress was very slow getting back to us; but, was good at taking care of us when she did come by. I think the issue was they were very busy and low on wait staff. We were there 2 hrs for what normally would be 1-1.5 hrs. Several tables came, finished and left while we were there. That said, it was not a normal night for us at Wendell’s.

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  3. Amy

    New Mexico

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was cold. The plate was warm but baked potatoe and mashed potatoes wouldn't melt room temperature butter. Our steak asked for medium rare came medium and was cold. My husband order black truffle butter for his steak wouldn't melt the steak was so cold. The waiter wasn't much better. Couldn't remember our drink orders. We asked for Johnny walker with soda water. He brought it with tap water. 68 dollars of scotch ruined. I asked for a cherry vodka sour, I don't know what I was brought but it wasn't a cherry vodka sour. The dessert was good. Not worth the money spent. Would never recommend to anyone.

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  4. Gary

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the 50th Anniversary 1975 menu dinner, got to order from the 50 year old menu and pay the 1975 price! Food was spectacular. Had oysters on the half shell (6), French onion soup, king crab claw, veal w/crab legs, beef tenderloin on a mushroom cap and 2 fabulous desserts for $34. Waitress was great snd the restaurant was packed. Great evening out

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  5. Amanda

    VIP

    Austin

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! Our servers name was Summer and she was amazing from start to finish! The food was amazing, steaks cooked to perfection, excellent 🍷 wine, delicious desserts and gorgeous ambiance!

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  6. Judy

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time and food Kory is the best. See you next month

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  7. Brett

    Amarillo

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Guitar player is awesome. Wagyu steak is terrific.

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  8. Lauri

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food (rock fish, quail, ribeye, filet, wild rice pilaf, sweet potato mash, asparagus, pecan tart, creme brulee) was delicious and service was exceptional.

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  9. Jon

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful atmosphere, great service and delicious food!

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  10. fabrizio

    New Mexico

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente todo recomiendo el Prime Rib y el pastel de chocolate

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Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino is rated 4.4 stars by 2242 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 26 times today
Google Map for Wendell's - Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino

287 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mescalero, NM 88340

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Mescalero
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is currently not being offered through our resort here at Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino. Garage parking is available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cody Turnbough
  • Entertainment
    Wendell’s Steak and Seafood Restaurant and Lounge feature musical entertainment every Friday and Saturday night ranging for light jazz to classical guitar to easy listening piano.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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