The Most Scrumptious New American in Albuquerque

Restaurant Martin

★★★★☆ 4 (302) • $$$

"We dined at Restaurant Martin (RM) this week during our annual trip to Santa Fe, NM. Our first dinner this trip, and what a treat. All the staff are amazing... friendly, attentive, but not intrusive. Seleste was our waitress, and she did a GREAT job! Thank you Seleste! The restaurant is cool and cozy, with dining areas and tables spaced so each table has a bit of privacy. They place a little business card on your table with the server's name and a little bio... very nice.The food and drinks were exquisite! We started with a couple of cocktails, Lavender Haze and Tequila Twilight... both were delicious! The bread served is $3/person, but well worth it. Awesome thyme butter on the side, and there is a hot rock in the bread bowl to keep the bread warm! For the appetizer, we shared the asparagus and prosciutto salad... sublimely good! Our entrees were the chef seafood special, barramundi, and the prime beef tenderloin. Per our usual practice, we each ate 1/2 of our entree and we swapped plates. The fish was expertly prepared and the steak perfectly grilled. Both dishes were on point! We shared the soft chocolate-espresso pave for dessert, heaven on a plate! A bottle of Veuve Clicquot rounded out the dinner, dunked in an ice bath, and was as good as ever. The restaurant's wine list is extensive, something for everyone, both Old World and New. Highly recommend Restaurant Martin, 5 Stars across the board!"

Slate Street Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (419) • $$

"If you're looking for a brunch spot that offers the perfect blend of atmosphere, service, and incredible food, look no further....Slate Street is absolutely incredible! We grabbed brunch here last Saturday around noon and could not get over the immense flavor packed into every bite. Don't miss the banana bread as a starter...it's slightly grilled and paired with whipped butter, simply divine!"

Parcht Bottleshop + Bites

★★★★★ 4.8 (95) • $$

"Really enjoyed this wine bar. It was my first stop in town after driving up from Albuquerque and checking in to my hotel. I deliberated over some places I had bookmarked but wasn't hungry enough for a full dinner. I ordered a delicious balsamic kale salad with beets, goat cheese and Pepitas plus a charcuterie board with locally-baked bread, salmon mousse, duck rillette, salami and Gouda cheese, all carefully sourced (curated?) from providers around the U.S. and the world. I like Spanish wines so tried an Albariño and a Tempranillo. The salad with the balsamic dressing was the perfect thing to compliment all the filling bread and rich charcuterie choices.Ralph (see photo) is a native Taosian with family on both side that have been here for hundreds of years. He was not only knowledgeable about his food and wine but had many recommendations for other places in town and stories about the history of wine varietals. A very fun experience and a recommended first stop in town to get the lay of Taos!By the way, Parcht has the same ownership as The Gorge located on the second floor above Parcht. I could hear the roar of a busy restaurant as I walked by the stairs. Walking into Parcht was relatively quiet, with people sitting at tables. I sat at the bar where I got to soak up the good conversation and 411 about what to do in town."

Yo Mama's Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (229) • $$

"You're Grill the OneNew Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge part 3 of 4The relative newcomer in my Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge, as they've only been in business for less than ten years (2015), as opposed to the rest of the competition which have all been around for a minimum of fifty years. But Yo Mama ain't no slouch, as despite the lack of experience, they managed to pull out a #2 ranking in my arbitrary poll. Let's get to the goods:Green Chile Burger (aka Bosque Burger):The Bun: Tasty artisanal bun that's only about a step-down from homemade. 4/5Green Chiles: Check! There's nothing to complain about here, and they're the only one out of the four that used certified NM Green Chiles, if that means anything to anyone. 5/5Cheese: The NM standard for cheese is a slice--or three--of American cheese - and they got that right here. 5/5Ancillary topping: It does come with the standard burger accouterments of lettuce, red onions, pickles, and tomatoes. For a Green Chile Cheeseburger I feel like it should be served plain, as the veggies distract from the harmony of Chiles and beef, but I'll give them bonus point for the extra freshness of these ingredients. 4/5Burger: Perfectly cooked burger that was juicy and had a nice char. The seasonings in the beef really paired well with the chiles, as the burger as a whole was a harmonious meal. 5/5Fries: Their fries weren't housemade, but they were delicious and had a tasty seasoning on them. 4/5Conclusion: Overall, at 27 out of 30 points, the Bosque Burger holds its own against some weighty competition and is a worthy runner-up in my competition. Other observations:*Abundant parking in a private lot*No outdoor dining*Local brews on-tap*Friendly service*Great branding and interior décor that really has the feel of a national chain."

Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm

★★★★☆ 4.4 (541) • $$

"Was invited to a wedding that being held here. From airport shuttle, to our room being ready on time, and arranging our taxi pick up was all we could ask for. Beautiful gated private property brought me my fall/autumn vibe. Beautiful surroundings with cozy feel made our stay here feel like home.Just beautiful."

Elements

★★★★☆ 3.8 (44) • $$

"Elements brought it this time with the best experience I have had there. We were there on a Friday night around 5 Pm and sat outside on the deck. First, let me compliment the waitstaff - Ivy, Kai and Nicole (I think). On this night, the teamwork and organization of roles was on the level that I experience in the nicer restaurants in Houston. And we could see the same occurring at every table. Kudos to the individuals and the management. Everything happened when it should and we received just the right amount of attention. Our meals were very good. I was a bit concerned that the New Mexico green chile thing had been overdone (Las Cruces native here) but everything was tasteful. The "mile high" or "towering" onion rings were not. We didn't need more but beware this is a two person app not a three person app. The Fire Bread is indeed fiery; seemed like this was probably cayenne pepper, not green chile. My wife's ravioli portion was good and my cast iron chicken pot pie was tasty dominated by large chunks of white meat chicken. We always enjoy a night at Elements - when it is open."

Uptown Sports Bar

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (142) • $$

"Thursday night football with 94 rock giving up prizes. Had an awesome Is time with my son and watching football and having good food. This place is surrounded with T v's with sound so you don't miss a second of the game."

Dick's Pub & Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (125) • $$

"Went here mostly because we wanted to watch the football game. Food was delicious and much better than the expected bar food. Had the Chipotle Salmon and it was yummy! Husband had the chicken sandwich which was spicier than he expected but still delicious. Had several drinks and the bartender and servers were friendly and attentive. Cool place with a casual vibe and would definitely go back if we are in the area again!"

Anasazi Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (195) • $$

"My family of four visited this delightful restaurant for late lunch in a May of 2023. We loved the interior, very rustic with some modern touches, plenty of space for larger parties if needed and we found service to be quite good too.We started with delicious snow crab amuse bouche, then moved on to wonderful Grilled Spanish Octopus and Tuna Poke. For main dish we had Roasted Half Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms and heirloom potatoes, simple and fabulous."

The Porch

★★★★☆ 4.4 (17) • $

"We had trouble finding this restaurant because Google Maps has it wrong. Be aware of that, they are on the main road, but you need to park in back.It's a nice little sandwich shop, with sandwiches made to order. Cash only. We sat on The Porch itself, nice respite on a long trip. Had a Reuben and a roast beef sandwich.Nothing fancy at all, just a great place to have a tasty bite to eat."

Prairie Star Restaurant & Wine Bar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (114) • $$$

"I arrived an hour before my reservation and enjoyed the service, bread, raspberry jam and creamy butter before dinner.Jay and Francessa were most hospitable and i moved promptly to my table.Since daylight savings time had occurred there was not much to see and my table lacked much of a sightline anyway in early evening in NovemberWe enjoyed an exquisite pear salad with goat cheese and then the Fish special. Dessert was a cinnamon roll with a tiny dollop of vanilla bean ice cream.We spent a good two hours at table and never felt rushed or overly intruded upon There was a noticeable pride and courteous joyfulness exhibited by the staff It seems the restaurant seating area is a bit more diminished than i remember it being. But one did not have to battle with other noise throughout the evening which i find to be rare among the local restaurants We wish the staff a wonder -filled holiday season"

Luminaria Restaurant & Patio

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (243) • $$$

"Despite having a reservation, the host was a bit slow at getting us checked in. He even admitted to "running around like a chicken with its head cut off" so we felt for him since he was the only one checking in and seating diners for lunch on Sunday. We were seated next to the coyote fence which wasn't the most desirable spot on the patio, but overall it was a nice ambiance. For food, I had the green Chile cheeseburger which won the best burger contest in 2021 and I can definitely understand why. The burger patty was a thick cut and cooked perfectly at my preferred temperature. It was topped with candied bacon, green Chile, avocado, and white cheddar all on a nicely toasted bun. It was sooo good! What made the dish tie together was the side of truffle fries with shaved Parmesan and a yummy citrusy aioli. I would definitely come back for this burger again and again!"

The Artichoke Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (502) • $$$

"The food tastes awesome. Prices were great. The dip was the best along side the pork chop special. The service was good but could be better on our order. I would 100% recommend this restaurant"

Palace Prime

★★★★☆ 4.4 (79) • $$$

"This is one of the best restaurants in Santa Fe. The food is great and exactly as it's described. The service is impeccable. The bar has fun and yummy cocktails and they have a great wine list. And the seating - it's all comfortable. I know that doesn't matter to a lot of people - but it matters to me and I appreciate it. Make a reservation - you won't be disappointed."

Restaurant Forty Nine Forty

★★★★☆ 4.1 (67)

"Corrales has themselves a new gem There are not a lot of restaurants I will cross the Rio Grande in rush hour traffic for - but I'll sit in 45 min of bumper to bumper traffic for this dining experience any day of the week. A small, limited number of tables makes a very intimate experience. You can see the kitchen and bar from any table. Low light fine dining ambiance with friendly staff. The drinks were lovely. We had the lemon and espresso martinis as well as the Italian margarita special for the night 10/10 no notes The food was delightful. The cauliflower soup was absolute perfection. Sometimes simple really is best. Spotlight shout out to the flan. Everyone makes it so differently I'm always hesitant to order it... I've never been so thrilled. This is exactly how I want flan to taste!We'll obviously be back!"

Roots Farm Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (134) • $

"What makes a good breakfast burrito? Like any self respecting New Mexican, I have spent a lifetime eating my way closer to answering this question. A good breakfast burrito is balanced and contains proportionate ratios of egg, sausage, potato, cheese and of course, green Chile. While I appreciated the freshness of the ingredients for Roots' breakfast burrito, mine contained mostly egg, with a couple of small potato chunks thrown in. The egg was nicely cooked, but really dominated the other ingredients. I wish I had asked if adding green Chile was a possibility-- not a complete dealbreaker to me, provided the ingredient ratios were more balanced. The burrito came with a side of zesty sauce. I think it's sour cream, blended with either salsa or hot sauce. Very tasty, and almost made up for the overwhelming egg. Taste is 8/10, though. Adding green Chile and more equal proportions of ingredients would take this burrito to the top. I'd eat it again! The staff are really kind and friendly. They appear to enjoy working there."

Blue Window Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.2 (228) • $$

"Delicious food, friendly service, reasonable prices. I still haven't figured out why Los Alamos has such great food, but all the restaurants I've been to here have been stellar. We had wanted to go to Pajaro Brewpub, but it was Monday and they were closed. This place was open, and we were seated after only waiting about 5 minutes.I had the steak frites, which were just what I wanted. The steak was cooked to perfection, anf the frites were really good. Finished it off with a delicious carrot cake."

Quick Burger

★★★★☆ 4 (5)

"We stopped by this local gem on our way back from fishing @ the Pecos and we were very impressed. As noted, the food menu is very assorted which is a plus if you have any picky eaters among your crew. I went with the green chile cheeseburger and accompanied it with an espresso milkshake. That hit the spot after a long day of fishing. My sister ordered the peanut butter shake and that one was better than mine (although I didn't tell her at the time). We took beef tacos for the road as well, once more variety is key. I will stop by again next time I'm driving through this charming town and this time I'll order a peanut butter milkshake to go with my burger."

Joseph's Culinary Pub

★★★★☆ 4.4 (324) • $$$

"Pretty spectacular place. We happened to go on restaurant week, which I didn't know and wouldn't recommend. Around 530 on a Sunday, the place was packed, so we came back at 8pm for dessert and lucked out with some bar seats. The stressed-out bartender ended up being very charming and pleasant. We tried the chicken liver mousse and gluten free tres leches. The mousse was phenomenal, but the tres leches I would skip due to the texture, which wasn't for me despite the lovely flavors. (Most of the menu is gluten-free, which is awesome).I wish we had room for more food! I'd go back in a heartbeat. It's not a cocktail forward place, but it's great for wine, aperitifs, and some classic drinks, like martinis and manhattans. MAKE A RESERVATION OR SHOW UP AS THEY OPEN!"

Chile Ristra

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (18) • $$

"The food is reasonably priced. We have the 2-egg breakfast and soooooo good. The workers were extremely friendly and a very clean place."

Arroyo Vino

★★★★☆ 4 (124) • $$$

"This was our anniversary dinner for our trip. We planned it a few weeks in advance. I was worried it wouldn't live up to the hype, but I was wrong. Jonathan, our waiter, and the staff was on their A game and I doubt they are ever off of it. Beyond the service the food was incredible. Every course complimented the next and stood on its own. If you are in Santa Fe and are a food and dining experience lover you have to come here. Thank you Arroyo Vino staff. Shout out to Jonathan (spelling?). A magical evening."

Tia's Cafe

★★★★★ 5 (6)

"This place is a hidden gem off the beaten path. I came in on a Saturday afternoon and was promptly greeted. Service was super friendly. The Navajo taco was great and everything is made to order so very fresh. It is also very authentic. The showstopper was easily the cup of green chili I got. It's the best I've ever had and I've been craving more ever since. Perfectly cooked and flavored with garlic. This place is well worth taking a detour."

La Finca Bowls

★★★★★ 4.7 (234) • $$

"Hands down my favorite lunch spot! Always fresh and delicious ingredients. They have a build your own bowl that I always get. Make sure you get the crunchy onions on top. So good. My only complaint is they prioritize call in orders versus people who are in person. It adds a lot of time. Sometimes I call in but I prefer to come in person. Just a heads up."

Julia - A Spirited Restaurant and Bar

★★★☆☆ 3 (64) • $$$

"Our breakfast was delicious but pricey. Thank goodness for complimentary breakfast cards. Make sure and ask the front desk for one. I had the skillet hash and is was delicious. The atmosphere is nice and has a cozy fireplace that you can sit by while you eat. The very small glass of orange juice is $8.00 so look for your drink prices. Service was excellent."

The Crown Room

★★★★☆ 3.6 (62) • $$$

"I've been to a few fine dining restaurants in my day. The Crown Room seriously has their act together and really does it right.One thing I hate at fine dining establishments is the air of snootiness that you often get. The whole, nose in the air, casual disdain or even smug superiority is anything from annoying to downright insulting. I got none of that at The Crown Room. From the manager, the bartender to the wait staff, they couldn't have been more friendly if they tried. I got the impression, more than once, that they genuinely cared if we had a good time and had everything we needed. Not just to get a good tip or whatever, but a genuine care. Very cool.You expect the food at a fine dining restaurant to be good, and The Crown Room doesn't disappoint here either. The Maryland jumbo lump crab appetizer was generous and perfectly seasoned. The spinach salad with bacon-wrapped scallops was perfectly proportioned, elegant and delicious. After that came the palate-cleanser of a very light sorbet with Dom Perignon - wow. My entree of sea bass was perfectly cooked and moist. The black truffle mashed potatoes were slightly overly salty, but otherwise wonderful. And then, of course, desert. Bananas foster flambeed table side over vanilla ice cream. Wow! Of course the enormous carrot cake and black forest cake looked amazing!The bar has one of the best scotch collections I have seen. Not that they have a thousand varieties, but they do have a very nice selection of rare and exclusive brands. It's all about quality over quantity when it come to that and they do not disappoint. Scotch not your drink? No problem. They have a full bar and a number of nice, local beers as well. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised at the fact that they made a concerted effort to carry a number of local NM beers, wines and alcohols. Beyond that, their wine list is extremely impressive, and rivals restaurants that I have been to in Napa that have awards from Wine Spectator. Nice.The location is odd for ABQ. Sure, in Vegas you can find the most amazing restaurants in casinos, but that's not really true here. The Crown Room changes that. Don't let that throw you. Of course the free valet parking doesn't suck either.As you probably have already guessed, this place is not cheap. That being said, it's certainly not the most expensive place I have been either. For most of us, this will be a special occasion kind of place. There are a few of those here in Albuquerque, but The Crown Room is definitely a worthy addition to that elite, upper crust of restaurants here."

Blue Heron Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.5 (119) • $$$

"Review of Blue Heron at Ojo Santa Fe - 1/28/25My love and I celebrated her birthday for the second year in a row and had a 5-star experience at Blue Heron. Chef Zachary Perron is outstanding and worked to create a wonderful dinner and experience. He loves his craft and we benefited from his attention to detail and love of cooking. Thank you Ojo Santa Fe and Blue Heron!"

Dragon Horn Tavern

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (26) • $

"We went on karaoke night by accident. It was an exerpeince. An experience I recommend to everyone. Check out this place. It doesn't matter your age, background, or what music you like - everyone is here."

AGAVE Restaurant & Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (142) • $$

"Agave restaurant is located in Eldorado Hotel just a few blocks away from Old Town Santa Fe. It's in a good location and is a good complement to the hotel itselfOverall, I found the food to be ok...and definitely pricey (expecting it especially for it being in center Santa Fe tourist area!). They were all good but a bit limited in terms of selection and taste (most were on a bland side). That said, portion was not small, so make sure to pace yourself or go with someone who will split different plates with you.The restaurant itself had a nice, quiet setting. However, I found it packed a bit of a lively ambiance. It was more on a quiet side and I wished there were more crowds to spice the environment up a bit (there were just a few tables in the dining room...and not anyone at a bar area at all). I supposed many people may not know to seek this place out.Perhaps, if you have time and are in the area and are looking for a low key, quiet place and don't mind some high price point, Agave is definitely a decent place. I wouldn't mind eating here again."

Campo at Los Poblanos

★★★★☆ 4.2 (420) • $$

"Food is unique and delicious! House made gins were incredible! The lavender cocktail is phenomenal but STRONG! Tastes smooth but is potent. One should do ya! We loved the sweet potato pierogies! Pricey though!"

Hondo Restaurant at Snakedance Condominiums

★★★★☆ 3.8 (36) • $$

"Hondo offers some great New Mexican comfort food and pub fare at the base of the mountain in Taos Ski Valley. We ate there... two.... three times? I mean, there aren't too many options in this cute town, but Hondo has affordable eats.We tried everything from Philly green chili slides, chicken enchies with red and green chilis (Christmas-style), nachos... and a lot of red wine! I don't rec the margarita btw. It's all mix. (If you want a good marg, order from Rhoda's a stone's throw away.)Additional pros: Dog friendly (even inside), fire place, busy bar with people watching, outside patio... food comes out fast!"

Albuquerque City Limits Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (78) • $

"I had been wanting to stop by ABQ City Limits for a long time, but never had a good chance to do so until this past weekend that put my in this vicinity at a right time. Mind you, I was hungry and had been running around all day without anything to eat...so by dinner time, I was HUNGRY!! All I could think of was...great homemade cheesecake that I had seen from ABQ City Limits once I realized I would be nearby the area at the end of the day!I stopped by ABQ City Limits and was greeted by a friendly lady (daughter of the owner) promptly. I ordered a pistachio cheesecake that I had been eyeing..and wanted to order something savory to eat properly before chowing down on my dessert. I was glad they offered "kids" meal options,,..which..I gladly chose meatloaf...in my mind...was not really for small kids!! It's hugeee!!Now, the desserts..my eyes are always bigger than my stomach. So it wasn't a surprise that I ended up getting THREE HUGEEE homemade cheesecake slices to try: pistachio, cotton candy and banana pudding! These cakes were heaven...and I had plenty of leftover to take back and savor at home!I loved the friendly service (the owners were friendly and laidback). The food came out promptly and tasted wonderful! I will be back!!..for both a big meal..AND of course..desserts!!"

Jinja Bar & Bistro ABQ Westside

★★★★☆ 3.9 (283) • $$

"I love this venue. Impeccable design and attention to detail. You really get the sensation of the South Pacific. I ordered the Kung Paso chicken (it's made with cashews here). A prickly pear mojito and my husband and I shared the appetizer tempura.I should have stuck with a regular mojito, not that this prickly pear was not tasty, I just prefer the original flavor. It was pretty , too! See the pic.Tempura was done well, although the sweet potato was a little too raw and hard. Onions, broccoli, red and green peppers were super. The shrimp was meh. Kung pao was tasty but a little heavy on the fish sauce. At least that what it tasted like to me. If you don't lie that flavor, you may want to ask that it not be used. They suggested on the menu that you can ask, if I remember correctly.My husband had the teriyaki chicken. He ate it all. So must have been good. Service was efficient, friendly and calm. I'll be back!"

Duke City Beaches

★★★★☆ 3.9 (15) • $$

"We really enjoyed this place. Went in for a beer, glass of wine and a sandwich and all three were really good! They have a good selection of beer and wine. We were able to watch the football game on TV which was one of the reasons we went there. They have six volleyball courts in the back which look like fun if you enjoy playing. If you have kids or grandkids, they have a cute little play area outside for the kids. We will be back for the Cuban and turkey sandwiches which we heard were really good. The club and salad we had were also very good. Check it out!"

Cafe 6855

★★★★☆ 3.7 (93) • $$

"This one is for my one and only true love...Princess PeachPeach, you're so cool...And with my star, we're gonna rulePeach, understand...I'm gonna love you 'til the very endPeaches, Peaches, Peaches, Peaches, Peaches, PeachesI love you, ohAs we did Cafe 6855...It was a dusty day pulling into 6855 at the crack of 11...We shared for lunch...Served by our lovely Hostess "Season"...French Dip, of Vernon's prime rib, caramelized onions, mushrooms, Swiss Cheese accompanied by sweet onion au jus (it was so juicy good..:)...w. Truffle Fries....Washed down w. a glass of Pinot Grigio for the Lass and an Espresso Martini for the Lad. Adding mellow vibes...was live guitar music...Exactly what these Old Folk needed to get on to their day off..Nu?...:) Mario, Luigi, and a Donkey Kong too...A thousand troops of Koopas couldn't keep me from you...Princess Peach, at the end of the line...I'll make you mine..oh..:) Best, Avram J. Black Jr."

Midtown Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.7 (146) • $$

"My wife and I loved everything about Midtown Bistro. This was our first time there, and we went with a group of nine (Santa Fe Foodies). The food and service were first-rate. The Calamari is very nice, and two great sauces accompany this lovely appetizer: chipotle aioli and habanero pineapple sauces.I had the delicious crab cakes, and my wife had the Salad Nicoise, which had superb rare Ahi Tuna. Both dishes came with fresh and lovely greens. Excellent! Our service was top-notch (thank you, Eli). The restaurant has a lovely interior. I would love to come back and dine on the patio, which wasn't opened today. We will certainly return and highly recommend Midtown Bistro."