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Albuquerque, NM

  (24 restaurants)    
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Acre [CLOSED]See Acre Video ($$)
(297 ratings)

4410 Wyoming Blvd NE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 299-6973
  • "Meat(Less) Loaf"
    signature chickpea portobello loaf, house made bbq sauce, onion strings, mashed potatoes, sauteed seasonal vegetables; "a ton of flavor!" -Guy Fieri
  • Cauliflower Wings
    fried breaded cauliflower, celery, carrots, vegan ranch, buffalo or barbeque sauce; looks good!
4.0 out of 5
297 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2017; local, seasonal, organic American comfort food, beer & wine; vegetarian friendly
Bocadillos Slow Roasted [CLOSED]See Bocadillos Slow Roasted Video ($)
(150 ratings)

200 Lomas Blvd NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-3995
  • Biscuits & Gravy
    homemade biscuits w/ pork & green chile-infused gravy
  • Duke City Reuben
    roasted spiced corned beef w/ homemade red sauerkraut, Swiss & homemade Thousand island dressing; looks good
  • T&A Sandwich
    signature sandwich; turkey, avocado, homemade green chile apple chutney & muenster on whole wheat roll; looks good
5.0 out of 5
150 ratings
[CLOSED]; started in 2009 by selling burritos at the back of her car; serve lunch for three charter schools (lunches for 1000 school kids every day) before opening storefront; small setting of 7 tables; Other Recipes: Sauerkraut
Cecilia's Cafe ($)
(291 ratings)

230 6th St SW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-7070
www.ceciliascafe.com
  • Fireman's burrito
    served w/ an apron
  • Carne Adovada
    chunks of tender pork marinated in red chile (Albuqueque-style chili); top seller; looks good
  • Chicharron Burrito
    a top seller; topped w/ red or green chile (Guy had red)
  • Stuffed Sopaipillas
    Machaca (beef) burrito
4.0 out of 5
291 ratings
#45 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); Northern Mexican food
Coda BakerySee Coda Bakery Video ($)
(541 ratings)

230-C Louisiana Blvd SE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 232-0085
codabakery.com
  • "Bun Dau Hu" Fried Tofu Noodle Bowl
    homemade fried tofu served plain or w/ Korean bbq sauce, rice noodles, lettuce, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, bean sprouts, cilantro, mint, scallion oil, roasted peanuts, served w/ soy vinaigrette; "perfectly made, perfectly balanced, gorgeous...I would come back minimum once a week...just to get that dish!" -Guy Fieri; looks good!
  • Banh Mi Dac Biet
    banh mi sandwich w/ jambon, head cheese ham, Vietnamese ham, pork belly, house pate, soy sauce, garlic mayo, pickled carrots & daikon, cucumber, jalapeño & cilantro; "amazing...one of the most remarkable sandwiches...outstanding!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
541 ratings
Vietnamese deli & tofu house known for elevated classics
Cube [CLOSED]See Cube Video ($$)
(266 ratings)

1520 Central Ave SE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 243-0023
  • Guadalajara Dog
    hot dog bacon wrapped, chipotle sauce & pico de gallo; looks good
  • Smoked BBQ Chicken
    marinated in buttermilk mix for at least 4 hrs, seasoned/spice-rubbed & smoked for 3-5 hrs at 225-degrees w/ hickory & cherry wood; cut & charred w/ BBQ sauce on grill; looks good
3.5 out of 5
266 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2009; specialize in BBQ; 100% from scratch; live entertainment every Friday night; Other Recipes: Mashed Sweet Potatoes
El PintoSee El Pinto Video ($$)
(1595 ratings)

10500 4th St NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-1771
www.elpinto.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Ribs"
  • Red Chile Ribs
    signature pork baby back ribs marinated in red chile & slow baked to fall off the bone; looks good
3.5 out of 5
1595 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Ribs); est. 1962; owned & operated by "The Salsa Twins" (yes, they are really twin brothers)
Frank's Famous Chicken & WaffleSee Frank's Famous Chicken & Waffle Video ($$)
(410 ratings)

400 Washington St SE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 261-9458
franksfamouschickenandwaf...
  • "Temptation Platter"
    wings smothered w/ gravy, mac & cheese, greens, yams, & corn bread; looks good!
  • Bacon Pecan Waffles
    house waffles topped w/ fried chicken & bacon-pecan sauce; "you can taste that this is what you're passionate about" -Guy Fieri
4.0 out of 5
410 ratings
est. 2013; old fashioned comfort food w/ a twist
Frontier RestaurantSee Frontier Restaurant Video ($)
(2387 ratings)

2400 Central Ave SE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 266-0550
www.frontierrestaurant.co...
  • Duke City Burger
    double-pattied cheddar cheeseburger w/ thousand island, tomato, onion, lettuce, pickle, bacon & double green chile; looks good
  • Bonanza Burger
    double cheese burgers, cheddar cheese, bacon topped w/ a mound of green chili; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2387 ratings
#43 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); across the street from University of New Mexico; go-to place for "green chili-smothered grub"
Golden Crown PanaderiaSee Golden Crown Panaderia Video ($)
(714 ratings)

1103 Mountain Rd NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-2424
goldencrown.biz
  • Turkey Bread
    bread loaves in the size and shape of an oven-roasted turkey w/ wheat bread to simulate the wings & thighs & white bread to simulate the breast
4.5 out of 5
714 ratings
since 1972; father-and-son team running old fashion neighborhood bakery reknown for their turkey bread sculptures (bread loaves in the size and shape of an oven-roasted turkey); written up in many publications including Gourmet, Conde Naste Traveller, Budget Travel, Alibi, USA Western, IQ, Guia Azul & Su Casa; Other Recipes: Fruit Empanadas
Guava Tree CafeSee Guava Tree Cafe Video ($$)
(415 ratings)

118 Richmond Dr NE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 990-2599
www.guavatreecafe.rocks
  • Arepa Machilla
    vegetarian specialty w/ black beans, sweet plantains, red peppers, caramelized onions, roasted mushrooms & fresco cheese; "nice & tender, soft & pillowy!" -Guy Fieri
  • Pernil Sandwich
    lechon pork, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, garlic mayo, Cuban-style bread; looks good!
4.5 out of 5
415 ratings
opened in 2010; menu centered around Latin-Miami-style street food
K & I Diner ($)
(146 ratings)

2500 Broadway Blvd SE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-1881
As Seen On:
Man v. Food Nation, Episode: "Albuquerque"
  • Travis on a Silver Platter Challenge
    challenge: 6-lb burrito burried w/ 2-lb of fries in 1 hr; at airing, only 2 people have finished; 3 Travis's tried the challenge: Travis Albreski (Univ. of New Mexico senior lost first time), Travis Christy (weatherman), and Travis Briscoe (champion bull rider); All 3 Travis's lost
4.0 out of 5
146 ratings
home of one of the oldest food challenges (started in 1960's when truck driver named Travis said "Give me everything you've got!" He ate it all.)
Kitsune ABQ
(35 ratings)

524 Romero St NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 977-2313
www.facebook.com/kitsuneA...
  • Jackfruit Burrito
    fries, kimchi, house sauce, cabbage, Sriracha, marinated jackfruit; "can't get it in my mouth fast enough" -Guy Fieri
  • Pork Belly Rice Bowl
    char siu pork belly, pickled onions, rice, house sauce, cilantro, greens; "perfectly executed" -Guy Fieri
4.5 out of 5
35 ratings
est. 2021; Asian inspired fusion cuisine, started as a food truck
Laguna Burger ($$)
(297 ratings)

2400 12th St NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 352-8282
thelagunaburger.com
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Albuquerque"
  • Laguna Burger
    seasoned ground beef, cheese, hatch chiles, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, toasted bun & fries; looks good
3.5 out of 5
297 ratings
gas station pit stop known for award-winning burgers, lunch, dinner & shakes
Mary & Tito's Cafe ($)
(463 ratings)

2711 4th St NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-6266
  • Carne Adovada Turnover
    slow-roasted pork wrapped in homemade tortilla dough, deep-fried & smothered in spicy red chile sauce
4.0 out of 5
463 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Mexican Food); since 1963; serving authentic New Mexican cuisine
Monte Carlo Steak House ($$)
(403 ratings)

3916 Central Ave SW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 836-9886
  • Greek Chicken
    cut chicken, seasoned, oiled, buttered & oven baked; "killer!...oh, that's good!"-Guy Fieri
  • Pork Souvlaki
    thickly sliced tenderloin pork seasoned, marinated for 5-6 days & flame-broiled on skewer; "this is monster flavor...wow!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Rib Eye
    hand-cut every day; seasoned salted, buttered & flame-broiled
  • Greek Baklava
    family recipe
  • Spaghetti & Meatballs
    meatballs w/ Greek mint, over spaghetti w/ house marinara; served w/ Texas toast & soup or salad
4.0 out of 5
403 ratings
opened in 1980; Greek-with-a-twist restaurant behind a liquor store...you have to go thru the liquor store to get to restaurant; Albuquerque institution
Nexus BrewerySee Nexus Brewery Video ($$)
(1129 ratings)

4730 Pan American E Fwy NE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 242-4100
www.nexusbrewery.com
  • Southern Fried Chicken
    chicken breasts brined for 24 hrs; double-dredged, double-floured & deep-fried; topped w/ Southern gravy & served w/ mashed potatoes, side collard greens
4.0 out of 5
1129 ratings
New Mexican soul food; owner quit banking job to open brewery; named after a "heavenly place" in an episode of Star Trek; Other Recipes: Collard Greens
Papa Felipe's Mexican Restaurant ($$)
(338 ratings)

9800 Menaul Blvd NE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 292-8877
www.papafelipes.com
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Albuquerque"
  • Adovada Botana Crispeante
    adovada meat filling, crisp fried pastry, served w/ cheese, refried beans, lettuce & tomato
3.5 out of 5
338 ratings
est. 1976; home-cooked Mexican & New Mexican food
Rebel Donut [CLOSED] ($)
(389 ratings)

2435 Wyoming Blvd NE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 293-0553
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Albuquerque"
  • "Dulce Del Diablo" Donut
    glaze, toasted pecan, bacon, caramel; "one of the most creative donuts I've ever had" -Ali Khan
4.0 out of 5
389 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2012; specializes in creative & customized donuts, plus local coffee
Red Rock Deli ($)
(112 ratings)

2414 San Mateo Pl Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 332-9656
redrockdeli.business.site
  • Art Wiener Schnitzel
    breaded pork chop topped w/ dill, served w/ potato salad & house kraut salad; "that is one of the best schnitzels...beyond tender!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Stuffed Cabbage
    ground pork mixed w/ rice wrapped in cabbage leaf, slow cooked in tomato sauce, served w/ sour cream; looks good
4.5 out of 5
112 ratings
est. 2014; European market & Polish Ukrainian deli
Sadie's Dining RoomSee Sadie's Dining Room Video ($$)
(1061 ratings)

6230 4th St NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 345-5339
www.sadiesofnewmexico.com...
  • World's Biggest Stuffed Sopapilla
    challenge: eat 1 whole in 1 hr; 1-foot wide, 6.5-lbs mix of chicken, ground beef and Carne adovada (cubed pork marinated in red chili), fried potatoes, beans, red and gren chili (called "Christmas") and cheddar cheese; looks good
  • Stuffed Sopapilla
    signature dish; large fried pastry stuffed w/ meat and cheese; looks good
3.5 out of 5
1061 ratings
#30 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); opened in 1950; traditional home cooking
Sophia's Place [CLOSED]See Sophia's Place Video ($$)
(245 ratings)

6313 4th St NW Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 345-3935
  • Duck Enchiladas
    looks good
  • Pancakes
    topped w/ butter-toasted pine nut-dried cherry-honey mixture
  • Shrimp Tamales
    topped w/ hash chili cream sauce; looks good
4.0 out of 5
245 ratings
[CLOSED]; eclectic food w/ New Mexican twist; everything is homemade, even make their own butter; no freezer (everything is fresh); Other Recipes: Blue Corn Pancakes
Standard Diner [CLOSED] ($$)
(675 ratings)

320 Central Ave SE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-1440
  • Meatloaf
    bacon-wrapped
4.0 out of 5
675 ratings
[CLOSED]Other Recipes: Country Fried Tuna
Tia B's La Waffleria ($$)
(703 ratings)

3710 Campus Blvd NE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 492-2007
www.lawaffleriaabq.com
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Albuquerque"
  • Bombay Coconut Waffle
    vegan & gluten-free; coconut waffle, mango puree, coconut whip cream, toasted coconut, plus custom toppings; looks good
4.0 out of 5
703 ratings
est. 2014; sweet & savory specialty waffles for all dietary preferences
Torinos' @ Home [CLOSED]See Torinos' @ Home Video ($$)
(318 ratings)

7600 Jefferson St NE Map It!
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 797-4491
  • Beef Cheek Manicotti
    natural beef cheeks cooked over 5 hours in red wine, combine w/ fresh ricotta & stuffed in manicotti; baked w/ bechamelle, pecorino romano & fontina cheese melted over the top; looks good
  • Squid Ink Black Pasta
    house special; black pasta made daily in-house & served w/ sauteed calamari
4.0 out of 5
318 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2010; rustic Northern Italian cuisine in trattoria-like setting (less formal than a ristorante); Other Recipes: Butternut Squash Ravioli
Albuquerque, NM   (24 restaurants)