Michael J's

appreciates your patronage and support.  We are currently open on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5pm, with our final seating at 8:30pm. We are extremely busy, so PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE to ensure we can accommodate you. For pickup please call 575-257-9559 after 3:30pm for pickup between 5pm and 7:30pm.

Again, we are fortunate enough to be booked as much as a week in advance, so reservations are recommended. Please call after 2pm on our open days.

We appreciate our loyal customers and your support.  - Chef Brian

Welcome to Michael J's

Offering the best of Italian-American cuisine and service to Ruidoso

"Taste and
elegance in an intimate setting..."

Michael J's Restaurant. 601 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Since 2013

Welcome to Michael J's

Michael J’s by Chef Brian Flowers is an intimate fine dining Italian American restaurant in Ruidoso NM. Chef Brian Flowers has been in the kitchen since the opening six years ago and developed the base menu. In June of 2019, Chef Brian purchased Michael J’s and has added new items to the menu while ensuring that ambiance and menu that Michael J's has become known for have been maintained.

The menu offers veal and chicken as well as seafood choices such as Crab Cakes for a great appetizer or Williams Brothers Alaskan Salmon for a main course. While the lasagna is one of the most popular dishes, there are also gluten free options. To accompany your meal, there are red wine options such as Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon and La Crema Pinot Noir, or white wines such as Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio and Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay. Save room for dessert! We offer a delicious house-made cheesecake that is a must try!

When dining with us you can expect to be greeted with a welcoming smile as soon as you walk in the door. Our low lighting, warm atmosphere and fantastic servers will ensure you have a wonderful occasion. The generous portions and our kitchen team's skills will make certain that you come back in the future to try other entrées. We look forward to seeing you!

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Our Staff

Brian Flowers

Chef-Owner

Our Staff

Christopher Bustillos

Sous Chef

Reservations are recommended. Call on open days after 2pm. Please DO NOT email.

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:00pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
5:00pm
Friday
5:00pm
Saturday
5:00pm
Sunday
Closed

Private Parties

Available upon request and reservation, including extended hours. Please contact us to celebrate your occasion in style!

  • Business Events
  • Birthdays
  • Rehearsal Dinners
Our Staff

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Private Parties
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Phone:

(575) 257-9559

Email:

chefbrian10161@gmail.com
Please do not email for reservations.

Address:

601 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345