50 Best American Restaurants in Albuquerque

“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.“

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

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

“Genuine, hard working local restaurant!“

“Generous portions of freshly prepared meals. Attentive servers. Never disappointed.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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“

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

“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.“

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

“amazing customer service. wait staff is amazing. the food selection is top notch“

“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“

“Very good food you should all go“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“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.“

“Food was good as usual and our waitress was great. My only issue is with the sound. We have done to other Season 52's which had more separate areas to break up the noise level. This building is pretty much one large room and so the noise is loud. In order to be heard everyone has to talk louder, which mades the whole room louder.“

“We recently had dinner at this restaurant, and let me tell you, it was an absolute delight! The prices are surprisingly affordable, especially considering the high quality of the food. I ordered the ribeye steak for only $22, and it was cooked perfectly—juicy and full of flavor.\n\nThe Cheddar's Painkiller drink was a standout, too! It's massive and tastes absolutely incredible. I was so impressed with the food and the overall experience that I've already promised myself to return and try more of their menu. Definitely a place worth visiting for delicious food at great prices!“

“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“

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

“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 !!!“

“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.“

“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. :)“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Delicious and unique dishes! Tasty mimosas too!“

“Great environment, with amazing food, drinks and stellar staff!!“

“We came to BJ's to celebrate my husband and daughter's birthday, and let me just say, we had such a great experience. Our server Destiny was phenomenal. Seriously, she was so attentive, helpful, and just had the kind of energy that made everything feel easy and fun. The food? Delicious. Everything came out hot and fresh and exactly how we ordered it. And of course, the pizookies were the perfect ending. Overall just an awesome night with awesome service and good vibes all around. Definitely coming 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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“most definitely Sophie at the bar. she is always gracious and efficient! love her!“

“Awesome place highly recommended.“

“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.“

“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 .“

“😀 This is a true neighborhood restaurant of delicious food well prepared, inviting owners and staff along with a casual comfort in a clean and tidy environment. On top of all this... these guys are the epitome of what a neighborhood diner should be. They know your name, care about your needs and care enough to meet you at even the needs unspoken. Albuquerque South Valley is blessed to have such a gem of a restaurant - We know we are! Go enjoy a great meal at a place that feeds your heart and mind, too!“