Ruidoso Area Coffee Houses
If you're looking to find a good chillin' spot in town, Ruidoso's coffee houses provide just that.
Just this year we got our first Starbucks. You can get a tasty and convenient venti vanilla decaf latte at the local Starbucks drive-through, or step inside for a pastry or two. The staff - of all ages, I might add - is incredibly friendly. (I wonder if that's mainly because New Mexicans just can't help it?)
At the corner of our two main intersections, Sudderth and Mechem Drive, you can zip on in to Sacred Grounds for some stimulating conversation with the locals. Bring your laptop along and hook up to their free Wi-Fi. They also have delicious wraps, soups, and quiches for those who are in need of more than just a cup of joe.
Travel down Sudderth Drive a bit and your ears get treated to the sound of a guitar, drum, and if you're lucky, the ethereal sound of a flute. Recently, the local talent has found a new venue at the Dreamcatcher Cafe. The owners, Lynn and Traci, have remodeled the building that used to be known as Fenton's Gallery into a fantastic coffee house with an outdoor patio for musicians to jam. It's a nice treat in the summer evenings if you're looking for somewhere to hang out in Mid-town.
One other local gem is the Roastery located on Rio Street just a hop and a skip from the Mid-town sidewalk. Are you an early riser? Stop in early for an espresso and biscotti before you hit the road. The grounds are fresh and the staff is great. Drive by....take a whiff. 
There are plenty of cool hang-outs in town. Explore. Discover. Stay posted if you don't feel like moving....we'll show you around.