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1. Duran Central Pharmacy
$ | Old Town | MexicanA favorite of old-timers who know their way around a blue-corn enchilada (and know that the red is the chile to pick for it), this lunch counter...
A favorite of old-timers who know their way around a blue-corn enchilada (and know that the red is the chile to pick for it), this lunch counter serves fine, freshly made and warm flour tortillas, too. Duran's harkens to the days when every drugstore had a soda fountain; it's got a full kitchen now, with your choice of counter stools, cozy table, or the little shaded patio right off old Route 66. By the way, the pharmacy itself still offers the personal care it did since its founding back in 1942, and the traveler will find just about any sundry they might have a need for—as well as a sophisticated selection of New Mexico-centric books and gifts.
1815 Central Ave. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87104, USA505-247–4141Known For
- Friendly but fast service
- Relaxed, cozy atmosphere
- Retro charm
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2. Farina Pizzeria & Wine Bar
$ | | PizzaA stellar spot for truly artisanal thin-crust pizza, Farina draws loyal crowds inside an ancient former EDo grocery store with hardwood floors...
A stellar spot for truly artisanal thin-crust pizza, Farina draws loyal crowds inside an ancient former EDo grocery store with hardwood floors, exposed-brick walls, a pressed-tin ceiling, and simple rows of wooden tables along with a long bar. This spirited place serves up exceptional pizzas with blistering-hot crusts and imaginative toppings; the Salsiccia, with sweet-fennel sausage, roasted onions, and mozzarella, has plenty of fans. Start with a satisfying caprese salad or antipasti, finish with rich butterscotch budino (Italian pudding), and take note of the extensive, fair-priced list of local craft beers and wines by the glass.
510 Central Ave. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, USA505-243–0130Known For
- A consistent run of awards won
- Contemporary art-filled atmosphere
- Creative pizza toppings
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3. The Grove Café & Market
$ | | CaféThis airy, modern EDo neighborhood favorite features locally grown, seasonal specials at reasonable prices. Enjoy such fresh, quality treats...
This airy, modern EDo neighborhood favorite features locally grown, seasonal specials at reasonable prices. Enjoy such fresh, quality treats as Grove Pancakes with fresh fruit, crème fraîche, local honey, and real maple syrup; a Farmers Salad with roasted golden beets, Marcona almonds, goat cheese, and lemon-basil vinaigrette; or an aged Genoa salami sandwich with olive tapenade, arugula, and provolone on an artisanal sourdough bread. Order at the counter, and your meal will be whisked out to you in the light-filled main room or the arbored patio. The market sells a tempting mix of chocolates, specialty salts and mustards, a featured cookbook or two, and other culinary treats.
600 Central Ave. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, USA505-248–9800Known For
- Committment to local growers
- Prettily plated food
- Quick-moving line to order
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner -
4. Antiquity
$$$$ | Old Town | AmericanWithin the thick adobe walls of this darkly lighted, romantic space off the plaza in Old Town, patrons have been feasting on rich, elegantly...
Within the thick adobe walls of this darkly lighted, romantic space off the plaza in Old Town, patrons have been feasting on rich, elegantly prepared American classics for more than 50 years. This isn't the edgy, contemporary restaurant to bring an adventuresome foodie—Antiquity specializes in classics, from starters of French onion soup and Alaskan King crab cakes with a perfectly piquant remoulade sauce to main courses like Chicken Madagascar, Australian lobster tail with drawn butter, and black Angus New York strip-loin steak with horseradish sauce. Somehow oddly endearing, the decor is a bit on the timeworn side these days, but the consistently well-prepared food and charming service still make it worthy.
112 Romero St. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87104, USA505-247–3545Known For
- Old world–style service
- Timeless menu
- Congenial buzz
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5. Artichoke Café
$$$$ | | ContemporaryLocals praise this smartly contemporary EDo historic-district stalwart, and its intimate wood-lined bar area, for attentive service and French...
Locals praise this smartly contemporary EDo historic-district stalwart, and its intimate wood-lined bar area, for attentive service and French, American, and Italian dishes often prepared with organic ingredients. Specialties include steak frites; a seasonal, vegetarian house-made ravioli; and duck breast served with roasted pear and wilted arugula adorned with a plum vinaigrette.
424 Central Ave. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, USA505-243–0200Known For
- Pleasing gallery-style decor
- Dynamically changing menu
- High-end local favorite
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6. Barelas Coffee House
$ | Barelas | MexicanBarelas may look like a set in search of a script, but it's the real deal: diners come from all over the city to sup in this old-fashioned chile...
Barelas may look like a set in search of a script, but it's the real deal: diners come from all over the city to sup in this old-fashioned chile parlor in a historic Route 66 neighborhood south of Downtown. You may notice looks of quiet contentment on the faces of the many dedicated chile eaters as they dive into their bowls of Barelas's potent red. The staff treats everybody like an old friend—indeed, many of the regulars who come here have been fans of Barelas for decades.
1502 4th St. SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, USA505-843–7577Known For
- Local hangout
- Old-fashioned hospitality
- Chicharrones and the huevos rancheros supreme
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner -
7. Campo
$$$ | Los Ranchos de Albuquerque | AmericanPink light rising on the Sandias, lavender fields aglow; dining at Los Poblanos—its menu wholly committed to finely prepared dishes made from...
Pink light rising on the Sandias, lavender fields aglow; dining at Los Poblanos—its menu wholly committed to finely prepared dishes made from organic and locally grown ingredients—can be a transcendent experience in the sprawling farmlands of Albuquerque’s historic North Valley. Dishes range from a superb farm salad (currants, pepita, and feta join the freshest greens), to ahi tuna, to a lovely apple cake, and are complemented with wine and microbrew selections both local—Milagro Vineyards’ best, from Corrales—and regional. Renamed Campo (field, in Spanish) and relocated in 2017 to a larger space brilliantly transformed from a one-time dairy barn building, the restaurant marries traditional and modern dining styles, to mixed effect: breakfast is a quieter, more sublime time to dine; the volume at dinner may be too cranked-up for some.
Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm, 4803 Rio Grande Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87107, USA505-338–1615Known For
- Reservations a must
- Brilliant architectural touches from renowned New Mexico historic sites
- Year-round view
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8. Casa de Benavidez
$ | Los Ranchos de Albuquerque |The fajitas at this welcoming local favorite with a romantic garden patio are among the best in town (the shrimp and vegetable renditions are both...
The fajitas at this welcoming local favorite with a romantic garden patio are among the best in town (the shrimp and vegetable renditions are both generous and especially memorable), and the carne adovada is faultless. As always with New Mexican cuisine, all diners can choose from red and green chile; vegetarians will want to ask the kind waitstaff to serve it green. The burger wrapped inside a sopaipilla is another specialty, as are the chimichangas packed with beef. The charming restaurant occupies a late 19th-century Territorial-style adobe house. If there's a wait, enjoy a Negro Modelo (lime, please) at the pleasant bar while a fine guitarist—Hector Pimentel of the famous guitar-making family has been a regular—strums traditional tunes in the background.
8032 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87114, USA505-898–3311Known For
- Shaded patio seating
- Live Spanish guitar music
- Charming atmosphere in a traditional adobe house
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9. Church Street Café
$$ | Old Town | MexicanThis spacious, traditional adobe eatery remains as authentic as its menu, which features family recipes spanning four generations, with fresh...
This spacious, traditional adobe eatery remains as authentic as its menu, which features family recipes spanning four generations, with fresh, local ingredients and spirits employed to satiate streams of hungry tourists and locals. Request the courtyard for alfresco dining amid trellises of sweet grapes and flowers, to the occasional accompaniment of a classical and flamenco guitarist. Buttery guacamole, with just a bit of bite, is the perfect appetizer to prep one's palate for tender carne asada, redolent and sumptuously spiced. Try the house specialty, chiles rellenos stuffed with beef and cheese, or a portobello-and-bell-pepper fajita. Traditional desserts and hearty breakfast choices are also offered.
2111 Church St. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87104, USA505-247–8522Known For
- Charming nooks
- Historic tile and tin decorations
- Flower-filled courtyard seating
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10. Farm & Table
$$$ | North Valley | AmericanSet in the rural far-north end of town, yet all of 15 minutes from Downtown, you will find this much-reported friend-of-farmers dining spot...
Set in the rural far-north end of town, yet all of 15 minutes from Downtown, you will find this much-reported friend-of-farmers dining spot. Its menu reflects the deep connection its owner shares with this long-farmed land, and is best experienced with dishes like a rustic quinoa salad, pan-roasted quail, or beef tenderloin with a red chile hollandaise. From Tucumcari feta to Sangre de Cristo flour, Farm & Table is as locally sourced as it gets. Patio seating is lovely, but strangely, the tables (and chairs) themselves can feel rickety; inside is farm-table cozy but can be loud. Don't resist the colorful array of Mexican garden gewgaws outside the co-owned La Parada home furnishings shop next door—there are many fun finds inside as well.
8917 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87114, USA505-503–7124Known For
- Reservations critical (a week or more ahead)
- Commitment to local growers
- Attractive farm setting
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11. Flying Star Cafe
$ | Nob Hill | CaféFlying Star is a staple here, and each outpost of this locally owned order-at-the-counter-first café suits its neighborhood. At the original...
Flying Star is a staple here, and each outpost of this locally owned order-at-the-counter-first café suits its neighborhood. At the original spot in Nob Hill, the university crowd crunches into a snug space to dig into a mix of creative American and New Mexican dishes (plus several types of wine and beer). Options include rosemary chicken with couscous risotto, a tossed Cobb salad with tangy tomatillo dressing, grilled turkey-and–Jack cheese on sourdough, and an egg- and chile-packed "graburrito." Desserts change often, but count on a tempting array—perhaps a bite-size salted caramel blondie will suit, but that tall slice of coconut cream pie might beckon, too.
3416 Central Ave. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106, USA505-255–6633Known For
- Late-night dessert
- Bottomless coffee and Wi-Fi
- Creative menu with solid basics at heart
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12. Frenchish
$$$ | Nob Hill | FrenchInnovative, flavorful, fun, and, indeed, French-ish. In 2016, Nob Hill welcomed the return of the renowned culinary team of Nelle Bauer and...
Innovative, flavorful, fun, and, indeed, French-ish. In 2016, Nob Hill welcomed the return of the renowned culinary team of Nelle Bauer and James Beard award semifinalist, Jennifer James, and this coolly modern spot with its refreshing bistro menu. Yes, there’s the perfectly turned grilled beef rib eye, but also a winter squash–and–sautéed greens buckwheat crepe, rocket salad (with hazelnuts and pear), a french onion burger (of course), ruby trout filet, their now famous devilish egg, and a very popular carrot dog. A three-course prix-fixe (finishes with a chocolate pot de crème) is on offer, as well as daily specials. Happy Hour & a Half happens daily (5 pm–6:30 pm)—you can cobble together a satisfying meal then for a bit less than the toll for the plats principaux found on the standard menu.
3509 Central Ave. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106, USA505-433–5911Known For
- Twists on French classics
- Reservations recommended
- Walk-ins may sit at congenial chef’s counter
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch -
13. Frontier Restaurant
$ | University of New Mexico | CaféThis definitive student hangout—it's directly across from UNM—is open seven days from 5 am till the wee hours, and hits the spot for inexpensive...
This definitive student hangout—it's directly across from UNM—is open seven days from 5 am till the wee hours, and hits the spot for inexpensive diner-style American and New Mexican chow. A notch up from a fast-food joint, the chile's good (vegetarian and non), the breakfast burritos are fine (the burgers are, too), and who can resist a hot, melty oversize Frontier sweet roll? Straight out of the '70s, the sprawling space features some oddly eye-catching John Wayne and Elvis artwork that has been there since the start.
2400 Central Ave. SE, at Cornell Dr. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106, USA505-266–0550Known For
- Hours to suit both early birds and night owls
- Succulent cinnamon buns
- Roadside attraction–style decor
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14. Garcia's Kitchen
$ | North Valley | MexicanGotta have some green? Local mini-chain Garcia's does it—and red—right, and offers them served-up fast (and vegetarian-friendly). Come here...
Gotta have some green? Local mini-chain Garcia's does it—and red—right, and offers them served-up fast (and vegetarian-friendly). Come here for a respectable, inexpensive New Mexican fix, in cheery surroundings that maintain a mom-and-pop feel. Garcia's still makes its rellenos from scratch, its stacked blue-corn enchiladas are favorites, and tortillas are made on the spot. The lower 4th Street location has the most historic cred but is not open for dinner.
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15. Golden Crown Panaderia
$ | Old Town | BakeryOn the eastern fringe of Old Town, this aromatic, down-home-style bakery is especially well known for two things: its hearty green-chile bread...
On the eastern fringe of Old Town, this aromatic, down-home-style bakery is especially well known for two things: its hearty green-chile bread and its hand-tossed (or thin-crust) pizzas made with blue corn, peasant, or green-chile dough. You can also order hot cocoa, cappuccino, an award-winning local IPA or lager (or wine), some biscochito (the official state cookie), fruit-filled empanadas, plenty of other sweets, and sandwiches (ask what bread is fresh and hot), and a nationally renowned coffee milk shake. Take out, or dine in or out on the pet-friendly patio.
1103 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, USA505-243–2424Known For
- Innovative pizza doughs
- Green-chile bread
- A (free) biscochito for all
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16. La Crêpe Michel
$ | Old Town | FrenchWhen red-or-green chile overload sets in, Old Town offers an antidote: this tiny, French creperie tucked down a side alley, in what feels like...
When red-or-green chile overload sets in, Old Town offers an antidote: this tiny, French creperie tucked down a side alley, in what feels like a secret garden. Salads, steak frites, and a lovely dessert selection act as foils for the nicely presented crepes, both salées (with salmon and asparagus) and sucrées (with chocolate); the vegetable sides, though, while pretty in presentation, can be somewhat sparse. Is there a wine list? Mais oui!
400 San Felipe St. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, USA505-242–1251Known For
- Peaceful setting
- Crème caramel
- Attentive service
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17. Rancher's Club
$$$$ | University of New Mexico | SteakhouseThis clubby, old-world steak house in the Crowne Plaza Hotel is popular with deep-pocketed carnivores for its aged steaks, and harder-to-find...
This clubby, old-world steak house in the Crowne Plaza Hotel is popular with deep-pocketed carnivores for its aged steaks, and harder-to-find cuts of venison, antelope, bison, and elk. The dining room is hung with saddles, mounted bison heads, and ranching-related art. If you want to impress a date or clients, order the fillet of Wagyu Kobe beef with creamed spinach, lobster-mashed potatoes, and morel-mushroom jus. Other choices include elk chops, Alaskan wild salmon, and porterhouse steak.
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1901 University Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, USA505-889–8071Known For
- Clubby atmosphere complete with taxidermy
- Wild game
- Old-school ambition
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18. Range Café
$ | University of New Mexico | AmericanA local standby for any meal, the Range Cafe has a high comfort quotient with hearty dishes like their Chimayo grilled-chicken sandwich with...
A local standby for any meal, the Range Cafe has a high comfort quotient with hearty dishes like their Chimayo grilled-chicken sandwich with bacon and blue-cheese spread, fresh-spinach enchiladas with black beans and arroz verde, Matt's Hoosier Tenderloin Plate, and the generously plated salmon-berry salad; chipotle barbecue beer-battered onion rings work great as a side, whether supporting burgers or standard New Mexican plates. Breakfast, served until 3 pm, has fans for its house-made green-chile turkey sausage and huevos rancheros. The food is fresh and well made, with dessert options heavy on pie and cakes. This University-area outpost takes its cues from the still-supreme Bernalillo original, with road trip–wise decor, local art, and comfy booths.
2200 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87107, USA505-888-1660Known For
- Exemplary New Mexican classics
- Colorful, funky decor
- Strong local roots
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19. Sadie's
$ | Los Ranchos de Albuquerque | MexicanRemembered fondly by old-timers for the days when its home was inside the Lucky 66 bowling alley next door, Sadie's is still a lively scene...
Remembered fondly by old-timers for the days when its home was inside the Lucky 66 bowling alley next door, Sadie's is still a lively scene and general crowd-pleaser. It's known for stuffing folks silly with no-nonsense New Mexican fare smothered with chile and cheese and piled with papas and frijoles on the side (carne adovada, cheese enchiladas, and spicy beef burritos are favorite mains); chips and salsa and warm crispy sopaipillas are included. Service is prompt, though sometimes there's a wait for a table. While you're waiting, head to the bustling bar area for help-yourself chips and a good selection of cerveza on draft. And for the undecided, breakfast is served all day.
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20. Scalo Northern Italian Grill
$$$ | Nob Hill | ItalianIn the heart of Nob Hill, this contemporary eatery draws a crowd for its upscale sheen and its people-watching patio scene. Pasta is prepared...
In the heart of Nob Hill, this contemporary eatery draws a crowd for its upscale sheen and its people-watching patio scene. Pasta is prepared as you like it, the wine list is deep, and menu standards like lattuga con prosciutto salad (made special with figs), fettuccine al pollo (a primi, with a piñon-strewn alfredo sauce), and secondi like vitello alla piccata are presented well. Live jazz music on Friday nights is a nice touch, but can be loud.
3500 Central Ave. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106, USA505-255–8781Known For
- Neighborhood stalwart
- Large wine selection
- Live jazz on Fridays
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