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!“

“I can honestly say that this restaurant has some of the best dishes I have ever had. Not only is their food delicious, but their desserts are of top quality. Do yourself a favor and give it a try.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“First time here and I have to say it was very good. Love the portions and it's a fantastic place ifyour watching calories and gluten free as well. Food came out in a timely manner and our server was amazing. I will definitely come back to explore more of the menu.“

“We just ordered today around noon, first time going there. We ordered take out, and had no idea what to expect. AMAZING food, super tasty, spicy green chile, highly recommend. 👌
The price was a lot more expensive than we expected, but the menu photos on Google are out of date. Still worth it if you feel like treating yourself to a tasty bite.“

“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..“

“First time visit. Will be back. Service great. Food great. Atmosphere nice. Good prices Try the Santa Fe pancake. You won’t be disappointed.“

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

“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 !!!“

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

“Delicious and unique dishes! Tasty mimosas too!“

“Everything was superior but only because of our server GRACE. She's amazing and we pray that Denny's knows what an asset they have in her. She's so sweet and friendly and she made our entire experience amazing and we'll always come back to this Denny's because of her and her only. She's literally the best thing about this Denny's. That and the food is pretty great too.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Came in to have a drink and kill some time before 505 Food Fights. This place is a perfect example of an old school dive bar, the service is friendly and fast, the glasses are chilled and there's an old cigarette machine! If dives are your vibe, I definitely recommend this Effingbar when on the west side of town. :)“

“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.“

“This place is WOW! We went recently for summerfest & were starving. They did some revamping of the space and it is so beautiful. We ordered a few bites to just try something different & new. Nachos, Latin Okra & Elote Ribs. It is hard to choose my favorite. The vibe at Ivy is super laid back, luxurious & not too dark. The music was not super loud, the staff was slammed but attentive and kind. Definitely want to come back!“

“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 ?“

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

“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.“

“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! 🤍“

“Didn't advertise my shows, kept my singers separate from the rest of the bowling alley. Kept the area karaoke was in, without heat so my singers were cold. canceled me right when I drove up instead of calling or messaging. didn't even let me do my last show. This place is a joke. They had karaoke on Mondays and Tuesdays and they just got rid of both recently. All because they want people to use their karaoke room.“

“Buen lugar, súper agradable me encanto el espectáculo , la música y la atención.“

“It's amazing I work here and love the atmosphere love my Boss and managers as well as the other gents and lady's. Clean mentally...physically makes my day a lot easier. You are who you surround yourself with, and affected by your environment, I'm glad I work here and food is amazing.“

“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.“

“Sandi was awesome even though a Broncos fan, lol. She was prompt, friendly, checked on us frequently and was a very good conversation list, she know her football. Excellent server and good food as usual. This location is the best. Thank you Sandi for your kindness.“

“Desiree is incredible and she makes sure we always have what we need!!“