5 Restaurants in New Mexico Where Your Meal Is Free If You Can Eat It All

While they say that everything is bigger in Texas, all it takes is a few times dining out in New Mexico to realize that our restaurants and cafes serve up some of the country's largest, most epic meals. If you think you've got a big appetite, why not try one of our state's famous food challenges? If you’ve watched shows like "Man vs. Food" and thought it looked easy, then you could be on your way to scoring a free meal. Sure, these eating challenges in New Mexico are a gamble, but if you succeed you’ll likely be full for days. If you fail, well, you can add yourself to a wall of shame and say that at least you tried. You'll enjoy every bite of these delicious dishes, either way!

1. K and I Diner, Albuquerque

Contestants have 60 minutes to plow through the Travis on a Silver Platter, a 14-pound (!)burrito. You know it’s hardcore when your dining utensils are tongs and a spatula! The portions here are ridiculously large, even if you don't want to tackle the Travis.

Read more about it right here.

2. Sadie’s, Albuquerque

In a nutshell, you have to chow down on seven pounds of stuffed sopaipillas... in one hour. If you manage it, Sadie’s refunds the cost of your meal and hands out some swag. But before you attempt this feat, make sure you understand the rules! Call Sadie's to give them a heads up, too, because this isn't something that they whip up every day. Read more about Sadie's right here.

3. The Game Sports Bar and Grill, Las Cruces

For those who love bar food… if you can inhale a three-pound burger, packed with cheese and strips of bacon and served with a huge pile of fries, then it’s yours for free. The Challenge Burger may be the single largest burger I've ever laid eyes on!Read more about The Game Sports Bar and Grill right here.

4. Old Tymers Café, Red River

If you can polish off three of these massive pancakes in under an hour, then they are free. You also earn yourself some swag. The current record is 25 minutes. Be warned that if you fail, then staff will take photos of you washing your dishes and post them on Facebook! The shame! Read more about the cafe right here.

5. Cecilia’s Café, Albuquerque

There are burritos, and then there are BURRITOS. The "Fireman’s Burrito" at Cecilia’s weighs in at a whopping 10 pounds. To win, you must finish it in an hour. If you're successful, then it’s free and you receive a jacket. Take the challenge… if you really think you can win!Read more about it right here.

If you’re seriously considering any of these challenges, check out a video to see what you’ll be facing at Sadie's.

Have you ever attempted any eating challenges in New Mexico? How did it go? Let us know in the comments below!