Franchising

New Mexico casino welcoming state's 1st Wahlburgers

The Market at the Mountain will feature several fast-casual dining options including New Mexico's first Wahlburgers and Samurai Sam's. Provided.

March 21, 2022

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino in New Mexico is replacing its buffet restaurant with a food hall featuring a variety of fast casual brands, including the state's first locations of Wahlburgers and Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill.

Dubbed, "The Market at the Mountain," the area will also offer fare from Sbarro, Warshield Tacos, Carrizo Canyon Coffee House, Scout's Corner Bar and the Chipper and Bandit Arcade.

"We are so excited for this new addition," COO Frizzell J. Frizzell Jr. said in a company press release. "This is a reflection of how the Mescalero Apache Tribe is continually finding ways to invest in the experience we provide to our guests. Thank you to the Tribal Administration and Management Board for allowing us to build this one-of-a-kind experience."

I-5 Design Build, a design and construction company known for gaming and entertainment properties, worked closely with the Mescalero Apache Tribe to maintain the native spirit of the property and design a space that compliments the existing architecture, Joe Jordan, account representative from I-5 Design Build, said in the release.

"The design intent for the space draws inspiration from the property's distinct location within the mountains along with the beautiful architecture established within the Inn," he said. "The new Market includes approximately 150 seats and features seven new venues which offer a wide selection of exceptional amenities, including four venues which have been designed and branded based on inspiration from the Mescalero Apache Tribe."