Perea's Tijuana Bar

Perea's is a family owned staple of the Corrales community with authentic New Mexican food. The building is super cool, original adobe- the kind where you can tell there are ghosts in the walls. All the waitresses are super nice, the food was great and came out super quick. I went for a work lunch so I didn't try anything from the bar but I need to go back and experience sitting at their large bar and trying a drink!

My wife and I decided to check out Perea's Tijuana Bar one Saturday. We'd heard about it and wanted to try something different in Corrales. We had a wonderful time. Perea's Tijuana Bar is what I would call old New Mexican in cuisine as well as atmosphere. The service was great. There were boxes and things like that around, but we both got the feeling that they were short on space, so they made do with what they had. I will say that the portion sizes were somewhat smaller than we're used to when going to other eateries in the Albuquerque area. Still this is a nice place to eat at and enjoy.

************I feel fortunate this idyllic establishment is still in business.I don't mind their idyosyncratic hours of operation ... fly by the pants ... see how we feel about being open or closed. They've earned trust by being honest, kind, humble and respectful of their guests.The owner was kind enough to allow my Corrales friends and I a chance to savor a taste of Fortaleza Winter blend. Ooogly Googly we all got ... OMGEE :)We asked if we could buy a bottle, he only had 5 total and sold us two of them (without marking them up) for $90 each. Today I see some shops requesting prices of $330 - $400ea. Regardless ... we had so much fun trying to predict who would open their bottle first, so we could visit their house and sample it :))I am determined to show up here on a rented Mule/Burrow/Donkey like transport, and tie up out front to the hitching post. This will be the right way to enter and the proper way to exit this historic and wonderful establishment.We are lucky to experience this wonderful gem of a place in beautiful ABQ ... and I hear they sometimes open at 10am ... so Hannah and Nates for Breakfast, then walk nearby to rent a form of animal transport identified above ... then waddle, clop or other to the bar at 10am. Terribly unprofessional and undignified but a hellofalotata fun and perhaps a (blackmail?) photo or two.No photos today - you know what's in store for you if you visit. It's not about getting smashed, it's about absorbing the rich history with dignity, and respect ... and geez, truly appreciating this quirky genuine little town.

Savor The Tijuana Bar. Places like this are rare and growing more so each day of the 21st century.

Amazing place. Not many left here in Corrales. Sopapillas and green chile here!Talk to people here. If you're looking for food, go here and talk. Dont be weird -- we are here. If you're grey and rude go to Hannah and Nate's.

Loved this place from the moment we walked in!!! Outstanding service and food!!! I had not been there for close to 30 years!!! It holds the same "magic" Kudos to the Pereas for keeping the traditions Impressive bar!!! Very well stocked with not only the regular choices but many unique options! We had a birthday party of 20 and still had outstanding service!!! Lots of beautiful rooms/ choices to eaI can't wait to go back!!!

Been going to Perez since the mid-80s. Very unique good selection of liquors & liqueurs.

Great family owned local watering hole with limited menu of Mexican food.Patio is wonderful but can be hot in the summer! Service is always the best!

Old adobe house - think it's 300 years old. Great green Chile. Love the patio - weather permitting. Super friendly fast service.

Service:Extremely informal and pleasant.Make sure the waitress repeats your order.Food: mediocre at best.Ambiance: Relaxed, old style pub. Ideal for a relaxed date with girlfriend (not first date) or family get together.Prices: reasonable