Esther’s Family Diner — Restaurant in Fort Sumner

This cafe was conveniently placed next to our hotel, and being famished after a long drive, we didn't ask questions and just padded on over. We found the atmosphere down home and relaxed but didn't anticipate the amazing food quality. Okay the cheeseburger was solidly good, the fresh Caesar salad came topped with tender, moist and delightfully seasoned grilled chicken. But the star of this show was the cream of chicken with green chili soup, which could have been showcased in any upscale restaurant in a big city. The wait staff were truly hospitable and we felt very welcome there. If we ever return we hope it's on a cream of chicken green chili soup night. We chatted with the owner briefly and told him how much we loved his soup. He told us the story of the restaurant and also mentioned Esther's home made pot pies which we can't even imagine what sort of artful touch he might impart to those!. The only downside is the lack of dessert offerings. As strangers to a place, we have rarely felt so welcomed. Going into Fort Sumner? Don't pass Esther's...

On your way to see Billy you NEED to make a quick stop at Esther's. The food and service is AMAZING The best food in Fort Sumner hands down, and I'd say a gem in NM. Authentic, fresh ingredients! No fake or pre made beef paties, real, real, real, he even goes as far as to cut of gristle just for your meal! Talk about service and fresh!Awesome Service! I can't recommend Esther's enough. The owner BJ came out and introduced himself, I just can't say enough how personal, welcomingly wonderful the service & atmosphere was, that matches the food. We are absolutely going again! 100☆s Esther's is one of those rare 💎 gems you long to find in a quaint town like Fort Sumner known for "Billy the Kid" and in opinion "Esther's"

Oh and did I mention the green chili was on point as well as the red sauce!!!

In these photos we had Vjleo Burrito and Biscuits w/ eggs smothered with breakfast gravy & pepper. Both were...

Going through from Lubbock to Albuquerque and we Googled a place to eat in Ft. Sumner. We found Esther’s Family Diner right away and decided to stop for lunch. So happy we did! We had a wonderful meal of potato soup, steak fingers, fries and grilled cheese along with hot coffee and hot chocolate. The best part of the meal was getting to chat with the owner, BJ. He told us the story of his restaurant and how he was inspired by his own mom to open it and serve delicious food to others. And it was delicious! The atmosphere, food and company from the owner, his wife and the cooks was just perfect to fuel us for our continued journey to Albuquerque. If you are in Ft. Sumner, go just past the turn off to 84 and spend some time with BJ in his restaurant. You’ll be...