Camille's Cafe

"Stumbled onto this place completely by accident. We were heading to Blackbird Bakehouse for their fresh sandwiches, only to find out that part of their business had closed down and no longer served any. Luckily, they pointed us down the block to Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe and said, “it’s probably the best food in Gallup.” And honestly… they weren’t wrong. When you’re on the road, it’s tough to find something that isn’t fast food, especially when you’re not from the area and just relying on internet searches. This little detour turned out to be such a win. I wasn’t expecting the food to be this fresh or flavorful. I almost forgot to take pictures because I was too busy enjoying every bite. The restaurant was very clean, and the service was outstanding too. The girl who took our order had a smile on her face the entire time and made the whole experience even better. I know there is some not so great reviews for them, but our experience was phenomenal. Try it for yourself. They have daily soups and pastry options, which looked amazing, but definitely try the avocado toast and the pretzel roll. If you’re passing through Gallup and want something fresh and satisfying, this spot is absolutely worth stopping for."

"We stopped in for dinner while they were setting up for their car show, and it was such a great experience. The owner personally greeted us in the parking lot and invited us to park there, which was a huge relief after a long drive from LA—we didn’t want to deal with finding parking elsewhere. We ordered two pizzas, sandwiches, smoothies, teas, and desserts. Everything was fresh and flavorful. I really enjoyed the Thai salad—it had just the right amount of chicken, so the fresh greens and veggies could shine. The smoothies were refreshing, and the cheesecake was a perfect way to end the night. The vibe was friendly and relaxed, and the car show added a fun touch to the evening. I didn’t want anything fried or heavy—just something made with quality ingredients—and Camille’s delivered. Oh, and if you get a chance, try the toffee coffee. So good!"

"This place lived up to its reputation. The food was good and we really liked the atmosphere. Worth the stop, even if you are just passing through."