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Calvillo's Mexican Restaurant

Alamosa, Colorado · Great Sand Dunes National Park

Why stop here: Calvillo's Mexican Restaurant is a $$ mexican pick in Alamosa for Great Sand Dunes National Park travelers. Order Stuffed sopapillas.

CuisineMexican
Price$$
TownAlamosa
NearGreat Sand Dunes National Park

San Luis Valley institution famous for its sprawling Mexican buffet and smothered plates — the calorie reload you want after climbing High Dune. Portions built for sandboarders.

What to order

Stuffed sopapillas

At Calvillo's Mexican Restaurant, Roamward highlights Stuffed sopapillas because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.

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Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.

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