Ben Michaels Restaurant

Tried to take my wife out for dinner here, and getting into the place was weird. The door was locked but there was a dude watching TV in the room. He opens the door and tells us "we closed early because it was slow". It was around 7 pm when we showed up. So I don't know if the food or atmosphere is worth the gamble? But I'm not driving across town just for a restaurant to close extra early on a Saturday night because it was "slow". Oh well. Not that big of a deal. Just writing this review for other people to call before going just to be they're open...

This place is probably higher than what I rated it but from my experience it was cold in the dining room. Looks like a very nice place to hang out and listen to music in the summer. Although there's not many options on the menu the quality was good with a nice atmosphere.

This place is jammin!! And the food is as authentic as it gets! If you're looking for a good time and a "home-type" of atmosphere... This is the place to go! I RECOMMEND COMING ON TUESDAY' for the 'JAZZ JAM'!!! Parking: Very open space... You have the street but also it has it's own parking, if u pull in from the street.

Dessert first--the homemade key lime pie is the best I've ever had, anywhere. All the food was wonderful, from the traditional New Mexican enchiladas to the shrimp special I had. Even better than the food is meeting Ben, the owner and host. His total engagement with every element of your eating experience is unique, from his having hand-made the adobes and built the restaurant to his cooking and piano playing. It's really like going to a very talented friend's house; one who happens to be a spectacular cook!

Very small, limited menu, well prepared but not inspired. Big emphasis on organic ingredients. Unconventional low-key dining room. Might be casual cozy. Vegetarian options: Ovolacto, but I don't remember if there was anything vegan

Great home cooking, authentic recipes. Owner is a bit quirky, but he's fun!

It's such a fun place, especially on their open jazz night. The food is good.

Ben Michaels is very personable, a great cook and delicious margaritas! We enjoyed sitting at the bar and talking to him while he was cooking. We had vegetarian enchiladas with sweet squash in blue corn tortillas and red chili. Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian enchiladas, chili reaño and fish. Wheelchair accessibility: There aren’t any steps to the entrance.

Absolutely fabulous food. Ben served and cooked, chatted with us, and played some jazz piano! Jazz is Tuesday night, not Wednesday night as of November 2023. Also, the opening times in Apple maps are incorrect... this place is open for dinner!

Such a wonderful homey place! Thank you Ben for an enjoyable evening and wonderful food!