Caliche's – American
This vibrant desert oasis invites guests to indulge in velvety frozen custard treats that offer a cool, creamy escape from the sun. Decadent swirls of rich fudge and fresh fruit collide in signature creations like the Fudge Brownie Bliss or the daring Green Chile Sundae, where sweet cream meets a quintessential Southwestern kick. Whether diving into a towering "Gizmo" or sharing a nostalgic "Sandbox" under the open sky, every spoonful captures the playful, sun-drenched spirit of a classic roadside creamery.
2251 North White Sands Boulevard, Alamogordo NM 88310 http://caliches.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Caliche's
Halal at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Fudge Classic, Green Chile Sundae and Fudge Brownie Bliss. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Squeezed Limeade and Caliche's Bottled Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Squeezed Limeade and Caliche's Bottled Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Squeezed Limeade, Old Fashioned Sodas and Caliche's Bottled Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 22 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Fudge Classic, Grasshopper Sundae and Green Chile Sundae. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kiwi Berry, Fresh Squeezed Limeade and Caliche's Bottled Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 4 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Super Dog, Red Dog and Fresh Squeezed Limeade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Caliche's
Caliche's in Alamogordo has 27 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Fudge Classic, Frito Dog and Grasshopper Sundae. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Caliche's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Frito Pie | 96.7 g | 54 g |
| Rocky Road | 154.9 g | 46.1 g |
| Turkey Bacon Swiss | 1.6 g | 45.8 g |
| Big Hawaiian | 29.1 g | 39.8 g |
| Nachos Fiesta | 17.9 g | 38 g |
| Smoked Turkey Croissant | 21.9 g | 28.6 g |
| Frito Dog | 45.7 g | 24.5 g |
| Smoked Turkey Combo Meal | 46.1 g | 22 g |
| Turkey Bacon Swiss Combo Meal | 60.8 g | 20.7 g |
| Chili Dog | 7.9 g | 20.3 g |
| Windy City Dog | 49.6 g | 15.6 g |
| The Gizmo | 22.4 g | 13.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding appetizers and meticulous presentation, guests love the intimate setting that enhances every meal. Reviewers highlight the courteous and helpful service, specifically praising the staff for their thoughtful recommendations that ensure a satisfying experience from start to finish.
Menu
Caliche's Specialties
- Fudge Brownie Bliss: Vanilla frozen custard blended with chewy brownie bits, hot fudge & topped off with even more hot fudge. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Strawberry Cheesecake: Vanilla frozen custard blended with strawberries & cheesecake bits. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Rocky Road: Chocolate frozen custard blended with marshmallow sauce & chopped almonds & topped off with even more marshmallow sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Adobe Mud: Chocolate frozen custard blended with caramel, espresso, coconut and Oreo® Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Nana Berry Swirl: Vanilla frozen custard blended with strawberries, bananas & salted pecan pieces. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Big Hawaiian: Vanilla frozen custard blended with sliced bananas, pineapple, coconut & salted pieces. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Sandbox: Vanilla frozen custard blended with Oreos®, topped with hot fudge and a gummy worm. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Mint De Caliche: Vanilla frozen custard blended with green marshmallow mint sauce, Oreo®, and chocolate chips. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Sundaes
- Green Chile Sundae: Vanilla frozen custard, locally grown Green Chile Topping, choice of nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- The Gizmo: Vanilla frozen custard covered with hot fudge, caramel, and choice of nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- The Mango Dango: Vanilla frozen custard covered with juicy mangos & choice of nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Straw-Ana: Vanilla frozen custard topped with strawberries and bananas. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Very Berry Sundae: Vanilla frozen custard covered in special very berry fruit mix and whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kiwi Berry: Vanilla frozen custard covered with strawberries, kiwis, and whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Grasshopper Sundae: Vanilla frozen custard covered in green minty marshmallow sauce & Oreos®. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Hot Fudge Classic: Vanilla frozen custard covered in hot fudge and choice of nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mount Brownie: Fresh custard, rich brownie, hot fudge, marshmallow, and choice of nuts. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Apple Pie à la Moore: Warm apple pie with fresh custard, caramel, and pecans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Strawberry Shortcake: Fresh custard, vanilla sponge cake, strawberries, and whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Banana Split: Vanilla frozen custard, whole split banana, marshmallow sauce, hot fudge, strawberries, pineapple, salted pecan pieces & whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pumpkin Pie Sundae: Fresh vanilla custard, slice of pumpkin pie, and whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Hotdogs & Sandwiches
- Chili Dog: Texas Style Chili. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frito Dog: Texas Chili, Fritos® & nacho cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aggie Dog: BBQ sauce & shredded cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Slaw Dog: Smothered with fresh coleslaw. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nacho Dog: Jalapeños & nacho cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Windy City Dog: Sweet relish, onion, tomato, mustard, pickle spear, celery salt. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Dog: Green chile relish & honey dill mustard. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Dog: Green chile relish & Texas Chili. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Slaw Dog: Smothered with fresh coleslaw & chili. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Dog: Ketchup. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orange Dog: Mustard and ketchup. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellow Dog: Mustard. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Bacon Swiss: 1/4 lb Mesquite Smoked Turkey, croissant, Ranch dressing, swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce & tomato. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Turkey Croissant: 1/4 lb Mesquite smoked turkey, croissant, avocado dressing, lettuce & tomato. Available at: lunch
Combo Meals
- Turkey Bacon Swiss Combo Meal: Turkey Bacon Swiss sandwich, chips, choice of potato salad or coleslaw, and a large drink. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Turkey Combo Meal: Smoked Turkey Croissant, choice of potato salad, chips, or coleslaw and a large drink. Available at: dinner, lunch
- 2 Hot Dog Special: Two hot dogs and a large drink. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Dog Combo Meal: One hot dog, regular drink, and choice of two sides (Chips, Potato Salad, or Coleslaw). Available at: dinner, lunch
Nachos & More
- Nachos Fiesta: White corn chips, nacho cheese, red & green jalapeños. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Muchos Nachos: Nachos Fiesta with Texas Chili. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frito Pie: Fritos®, Texas Chili, and Nacho Cheese. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Cheetos and Cheese: Hot Cheetos covered in nacho cheese.
Beverages
- Smoothies: Fruit flavored ice drink.
- Shakes: Vanilla or chocolate frozen custard blended with topping.
- Malts: Frozen custard blended with topping and malt powder.
- Floats: Choice of soda with frozen custard.
- Old Fashioned Sodas: Choice of fruit or chocolate flavors. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fresh Squeezed Lemonade: Hand-squeezed daily.
- Fresh Squeezed Limeade: Freshly squeezed daily. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Brewed Iced Tea: Sweet or unsweet.
- Fountain Sodas: Coke, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, Root Beer, Sprite.
- Caliche's Bottled Water: 16oz water bottle. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Party Packs
- Mini Party Pleaser Pack: Serves 12. Fresh vanilla custard, 5oz servings, choice of 4 toppings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Party Pleaser Pack: Serves 24. Fresh vanilla custard, 5oz servings, choice of 4 toppings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Caliche's
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features over 15 signature frozen custard creations alongside diverse hot dogs, nachos, and various dietary-specific options.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its signature frozen custard creations like the Green Chile Sundae and the towering Gizmo.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Gluten-free options include The Gizmo and Kiwi Berry, while other menu items cater to dairy-free, sugar-free, and high-protein dietary needs.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed dietary needs with dairy-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, vegetarian, and high-protein options like the Orange Dog and Kiwi Berry.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Caliche's by visiting their official website at http://caliches.com/ for more information.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers praise the outstanding appetizers, meticulous presentation, and courteous staff who provide thoughtful recommendations within an intimate setting.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Caliche's has an official website at http://caliches.com/, but the provided information does not specify if online ordering is available.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Caliche's has an average rating of 4.0/5, reflecting its popularity for frozen custard and American snacks.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Caliche's is a budget-friendly ($) restaurant offering affordable frozen custard treats and American snacks.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Caliche's is a budget-friendly American restaurant located at 590 South Telshor Boulevard, Las Cruces, New Mexico 88011.
- Is Caliche's halal-friendly?
- Yes. Caliche's has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Fudge Classic, Green Chile Sundae and Fudge Brownie Bliss.
- What can I eat at Caliche's on a halal diet?
- Hot Fudge Classic, Green Chile Sundae and Fudge Brownie Bliss carry the halal tag, out of 19 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Caliche's have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh Squeezed Limeade and Old Fashioned Sodas.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Caliche's?
- Frito Pie, at roughly 54g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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