50 Best American Restaurants in Albuquerque

“First time , worth the wait , Friendly service, We had the “big Daddy chicken fried steak “ , The portion was huge , very delicious 🤤.“

“good food, great people, everything seems hand made fresh.“

“amazing brunch service! went here with a friend and had the French toast- which I highly recommend. Decently priced too!“

“We travelled to Albuquerque and wanted to experience the Indian Pueblo Cultire Center. Since we knew there was a dining option, we arrived hungry and I have to say we couldn’t have selected a better meal stop! Mark was our waiter and we each ordered something different in order to sample as many options as possible. The Pueblo taco was delicious. The chef makes the fry bread and it was worth every bite. After our meal we ordered and shared the Pueblo bread pudding which was so delicious I forgot to take a pic til it was essentially gone! The manager kindly brought one out so I could share a picture with you. If you are going to Albuquerque, this is an experience you will not want to miss!“

“Stopped on our way through to Colorado! What a treat! Staff is extra friendly and food was fantastic. We’d totally be regulars if we lived nearby!“

“They accommodated my allergies and still managed to give me the best meal of my life! The service was incredible, and the chef was very present for all diners. I was extremely impressed.“

“Our server Christine was amazing! She was prompt, made amazing recommendations, and never made us feel rushed. Food was great we had the wings and I had the Greek salad. 10/10 recommend.“

“Top notch food and great service from Emma and the crew! Will be back!“

“Loved the duck entree and french onion soup! Eat on the bar side, and choose from 3 menus! Comfortable, stylish atmosphere. Great for casual or special occasions. Can't wait to go back“

“The Range Cafe is wonderful place, has great eats, and most of all AMAZING STAFF!!“

“This place was awesome! Great veterans atmosphere. Need more 82nd Abn, 1st In Div, and 1st Armored Div memorabilia! Sure do wish we could be there on Fridays for the OG breakfasts. Great food, highly recommended, as a veteran myself.“

“I can't even remember how many years I've been going here. Great sandwiches. Great creamy green chile chicken stew.“

“The Range Cafe is wonderful place, has great eats, and most of all AMAZING STAFF!!“

“We were seated promptly, our waitress was professional and attentive. The food was delicious. Will definitely visit again.“

“Veronica is the best server always enjoy her service cold beer hot food highly recommended“

“Anniversary Steak Dinner. Amazing. Beat steak I have ever had!! We both got it because neither of us wanted to share. Go only when Casey is there. He makes the best steaks and you won’t regret it!!“

“Very good food you should all go“

“I have gone to this location many of time and Patricia is awesome and great. She always pre busses the table and know what adult drinks we like. The food came out on time and the pizza is always great.“

“Great food! I would definitely go again for a nice place to relax after work.“

“Locally owned and operated by extremely nice folks. The food is amazing..especially their reuben sandwich. You won't find a better one anywhere. Prices are reasonable. Try them and you'll become a regular like I did.“

“If you do not have allergies, I recommend Milly's as the food is very tasty. HOWEVER, if you have allergies, I do not recommend it. I told my server I had a soy allergy and she needed to make sure the kitchen was aware. I noticed she did NOT make note of it on the order form. I should have questioned it when my food arrived but I did not. I am speculating that they use soy bean oil in their fryer. Fortunately my allergy is moderate instead of severe so I was "just" MISERABLE for 2+ days. I contacted them through their website but never heard back from them so I am guessing they do not care. Sad since their food is good and the service is as well.“

“It was a great experience! My husband and I came for date night. The espresso martinis were sooo good. I had the filet mignon which was super tender and the mushroom demi glaze was amazing. My husband has the pork chop with was on top of a cabbage/golden raisin salad that was also really tasty. Our server, James, was so personable and prompt.“

“Service was excellent.. wish I got th waiters name.. Food was ok but it literally looked like they slapped it down on the plate prison cafeteria style. I was pleasantly surprised that my steak was cooked perfectly, shrimp not so much. It was kinda rubbery. The others with me said thier food was good also but not great..“

“Vick's was extremely busy today but they were at their usual best. Their service is with a smile and the food was excellent. My favorite place to eat in Albuquerque.“

“Really good burgers...can't wait to go back“

“So, yes, it's a little bit pricey. Now that that's out of the way... You're paying for the view and location. Our food was very good. Service was very good. We will definitely go back. I'm surprised we waited as long as we did after the rebuild. Oh, there were people there dressed relatively casual. No t-shirts, but many people in nice jeans. We've eaten on the bar/casual side a few times before and the experience there was also positive. Yes, check the prices before you go so you don't get sticker shock. But the truth is, two people could easily have dinner with no wine, appetizer or dessert for around $100.“

“This is as local as it gets! Ben & Lisa are Burquenos!“

“EVERY CHANCE I HAVE DAVE'S IS MY CHOICE OF A DELICIOUS BOWL OF GREEN CHILI CHICKEN SOUP WE LIKE SITTING AT THE BAR TOO !!!“

“Delicious and unique dishes! Tasty mimosas too!“

“The atmosphere was beautiful, clean and calm! After a hard days work our server Jay truly made it such a relaxing and fun end of night experience for us. He is personable and knowledgeable about everything around him. This particular Dennys has become our go to place when we want amazing food, service and feel at home.“

“We are driving across country and are now headed back home to SC. We really enjoyed our Mexican dishes. I enjoyed my tamales but my favorite was the pinto beans. I’m serious.“

“Stopped there midway through a long roadtrip. Best decision ever, food was fantastic! Will definitely stop there anytime we pass through again.“

“Service was excellent. Waiter was the wine steward and was very knowledgeable. All in all it was a 5 star experience!“

“This was the perfect breakfast stop before heading back home. As soon as you walk in, you’ll find the menu conveniently displayed at the entrance so you can decide what to order before reaching the counter. The setup has a charming bakery-style café vibe with plenty of seating, a self-serve coffee station, and large open windows that let you enjoy the view while you eat. The atmosphere feels cozy and relaxing—just what you need to start your day or take a break from traveling. The food was delicious, fresh, and full of comforting flavors. Overall, a wonderful little stop that made our morning feel calm and enjoyable before getting back on the road.“

“Nikki was our waitress this evening, and my gosh. She was incredible. Attentive? check. Funny? check! Fast? Check! I never found myself wanting for anything. She anticipated our group's every need, and is in my personal Top 3 for favorite waitstaff I've ever had in my life. Absolutely coming back, due in no small part to her service.“

“Excellent food, friendly service. I’ve tried several dishes morning and noon. I can say delicious.“

“5 stars is inadequate— 10 stars please. Impeccable service, exquisitely delicious food— I could enjoy and be wowed by @frenchishabq several times a week, it’s that #memorable. Celebrated lavishly tonight to honor a BFF’s passing— Frenchish was his favorite and always thrills! TYSM for indulging our late stay ?“

“My first time having this was at bingo loco. It was insanely busy and was a 30 min wait which I am sure is NOT typical on a regular night. The lady working (at one point alone) was an absolute powerhouse! People were frustrated about the wait and she was super friendly and was working as hard as she could. The food was honestly worth the wait. I had the Albuquerque turkey and id come back again for it! The only thing I can constructively say is that I hope theyre able to hire some help for events like this to help the wait time.“

“Greg was incredibly attentive and welcoming, even though we only ordered water and fries since we planned to eat elsewhere after our session. He never made us feel rushed or unwelcome — instead, he remained genuinely hospitable and accommodating the entire time.“

“I had the cod sandwich last week with sweet potato fries. Both were GREAT 👍🏻 I was very pleasantly surprised. The service was great as well, everything was so clean and orderly. I look forward to coming back again for lunch, what a great place to eat.“

“This place has a pretty vast selection of beers and liquors without being overwhelming. You want a good beer they probably got it, want a local beer they ho some good ones of those too. Liquor selection is pretty expansive for some little neighborhood bar and the food is good too. Personally I’d suggest the taco burger as that’s the only thing I tend to order there but that’s for a reason.“

“Staff was extremely attentive and the center was spotless! Bonus the game room is awesome and the kids loved it! 🥰“

“We stayed one night and very pleased. I was surprised at how friendly ALL the staff was. Every staff member we encountered or passed spoke to us with either “can I help you” or “hello” “welcome” “ good morning”. And they were all smiling. Rooms are very nice and quiet. We had a blackout curtain in ours and we slept longer than usual. We will definitely stay again.“

“Beat frita pie dog eveeeerr! I wanted to turn around and buy more. Big dog, home made chili, Texas toast, cheese lettuce tomato oh my soo good only 5.79!! Try it you won't regret!!

Frito Pie Dog ill be dreaming of you .“

“If you are looking for a special place to celebrate, I definitely recommend! Tiffany was our server and she made sure our 28th wedding anniversary was PERFECT! Delicious food including the Nosh and a wonderful wine flight! 🤍“

“I consistently receive outstanding service from Ricky and the entire staff. They are attentive, welcoming, and highly professional in every interaction. I highly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking exceptional service and great food.“

“I went in yesterday and tried the Raspberry Lemon Tart. I am diabetic and don't usually eat sweets. Worth it 10000% The staff is friendly, and the food is good also.“

“Mike at Cielo Sandia, Marriott Albuquerque, made our experience outstanding. He arranged a private space, ensured everything was ready as we arrived, and his team provided excellent food and seamless service. We couldn’t have asked for better care and look forward to working with him again!“

“I orderd chips and queso, as appetizer. Chips and salsa was brought out with my meal. The waitress apologized for putting in the wrong appetizer. The kitchen screwed up with the service of food. The manager was an amazing guy and took the appatizer off. This was on a Tuesday night it was not busy.“