Pelican's Restaurant

It's been some time since I've seen Red King Crab legs at a menu, so I just had to order them. Let me tell you, they were worth the price and did not disappoint!The wait was a bit long for two, but I guess that's to be expected on a Friday. Our waiter was was great and on top of things all night. I'll already looking for an excuse to head back for more!

Wow this place is really gone downhill in the last few years. Upon arrival at about 7:00 p.m. on a Friday night I went to the restroom and it was completely disgusting. As a man I thought it was disgusting toilet paper everywhere. I couldn't believe how bad this bathroom was at 7:00 p.m. I got seated with the party of six I had to ask repeatedly for water and additional condiments that we had asked ahead of time for. I ordered their seasoned ribeye which came out great. My wife ordered the steak and lobster; I could not believe how bad her Lofts are tasted she usually orders at any Steakhouse this plate. She couldn't eat more than a third ask me if I wanted some to my surprise it was horrible. The lobster was gummy and lack of any type of flavor outside of the butter that I was dipping it in. My wife later on that night asked if she thought the lobster was funny? Which I replied to her yeah I couldn't even finish it I'd rather finish my steak. Completely could not believe how bad this establishment has became. Need to do better

Pelican's is always one of my favorite spots to eat and have a cocktail or too. Their happy hour bar menu is fabulous. I absolutely love their crab cakes and ahi tuna for appetizers. They serve bread with roasted garlic and olive oil. It's tasty! I almost always order the Sesame Cesar Salmon Salad which isn't on the menu anymore, but they will still make it for me. I love their homemade blue cheese salad dressing especially when you dip sweet potato fries into it! YummmmmTheir martinis are strong and delicious and so is their huge slice of Mud Pie. You can share it with three to four people. The service is always on par as is the atmosphere. The wood decor makes you feel like you're on a boat and the fish tanks are a nice touch. Cheers!

Entree was good but over breaded. COD dinner over breaded but Halibut was good. Salad was huge and good. Service okay. Ambiance was okay but they crowded us all into a room with fireplace.

The food is excellent as is the service. I love the fish and chips, large salads and the fresh bread and plenty of butter. They have the best fried mushrooms in town, absolutely delicious. My favorite place for fish and chips.

I had the best time coming in for dinner on a Saturday night. The waiter was incredible bringing more bread and roasted garlic and boxes even tho it was super busy. I loved the bread and green chile chicken soup so much I was full by the time my entree arrived. I had the green chile shrimp Alfredo pasta it was delicious and I'd order it again. Steak was good too. I hope they offer the green chile chicken soup permanently it really is the best. Next time I want to try the mudslide pie.

Fantastic food! Great for a crab broil ! Sea food is my favorite and this place hits the spot. The service is always fast but sometimes there can be a wait to be seated, which often is the case with this place that

Possibly the best dining experience that I've had here in Albuquerque. About a year ago I started asking Uber/Lyft drivers what bars and restaurants they recommend for quality food/service and half of the time I've been told to try out Pelicans.The restaurant itself was an unorthodox rustic building that has a unique atmosphere and ambiance that separated itself from the standard layout of a franchised business. I didn't expect it to be as busy as it was but I was able to get a seat at the bar fairly quickly considering how many family's were packed in the lobby. The bartender was very personable while giving quick and insightful recommendations for the menu and drinks. Everything sounded good, but I went with the Almond Crusted Halibut and a Pina Colada. The halibut was phenomenal, especially with the creamy lemon caper sauce that paired with it. Quite literally the best seafood I've had living in this arid desert. The Pina Colada was a great dessert drink to pair with the tropical atmosphere of the restaurant. I would've gotten another if I wasn't so stuffed by the end of dinner. Half of the time I was there I was talking to an elderly European couple and they would NOT stop raving about how much they loved this place. I could not understand half of what they were saying but from what I could gather they've been dining at pelicans for over three decades because of the restaurants consistent adherence to delivering a quality dining experience without gouging on prices.The restaurant gave off a very tropical / Hawaiian vibe but the experience was that of a true American steak and seafood restaurant. There is no doubt in my mind that I will be returning to explore the rest of the menu with some friends.

We dined at Pelicans Saturday night 2/22, busy restaurant seated within 15 minutes of our reservation. Pleasant smiling staff, our waitress Tarra greeted us with overview of specials .The ambience was loud but keep in mind this is a preferred restaurant for local families celebrating birthdays get togethers after a hard weeks work. Drinks salads and bread served promptly, our main course serve together with care and attention for any additional items. Again a friendly smiling staff.Very impressed with service and food, fair price considering today's inflated dining out experience.Two thumbs up Pelicans keep up the good work we will back soon..

Walter was our waiter he was the best. We had him several times. SO great! His bus boy was so awesome. Food was amazing! Everything was perfect. We come often for Girls birthday! It never disappoints! Thank you Pelicans. We have come since 1986. Always on point. We even ordered during Covid for Birthdays. In separate Bags PERFECT. DON'T ever change!!I am always picky about my Chilean Sea Bass. Done so perfect!