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!!“

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

“Such a great, fun, friendly, delicious place to have dinner!“

“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.“

“There isn't much first peoples restaurants but found this one and can say not only was the service and atmosphere great but the food was very delicious. Next time I'm in town I will definitely stop by and have made this restaurant a favorite. Thank you Pueblo kitchen“

“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!“

“Nice place to eat great food. Good Pina coladas!“

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

“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 worked at their BDM location in the early 90s. Andrew was at the helm and Joe would come in and help out too. Larry was also there as the location manager, I believe he owns it now. I started there pregnant with my first son and returned after his birth. it was such a fun place to work. There were three of us plus Larry and Andrew. I admire the family, their work eithic and all the fun times and yummy food we got to enjoy. I wonder how Dave is doing, he was my side partner doing prep in the super early mornings. he had a thick New Hampshire accent and was a pleasure to work with. I moved away from NM 20+ years ago (for medical reasons) but everytime I make a homemade Albuquerque turkey I think of them all and our time working together. ❤️“

“Great food. wonderful brunch spot. My server, Shannon, was a perfect waitress. Prompt, friendly, and professional. She was the cherry on top of the sundae of great food and a fun ambience. Thanks Farmacy and Shannon. You made my day.“

“Freaking delicious. Literally everything was excellent.“

“Makayla is a terrific waitress. They have excellent food and a fun atmosphere. We will be going back!“

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

“It was our first time to visit, the food and atmosphere was amazing. Our server Daryl did an excellent job, if you’re looking for a great family place to sit down and enjoy great food and service look no further!“

“Very good food you should all go“

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

“Our server Jackie was amazing! Very attentive and courteous. Not once did we have to wait for our drinks to be filled and the food was promptly delivered. She made our anniversary celebration great. Thank you so much for making our evening special.“

“first and foremost important is the food is absolutely scrumptious second of all the all the stuff servers waiters everyone very friendly five stars Plus for sure“

“Oak & Ivy was an excellent choice for us! The food was sooo good! The music and vibes were great. If you’re looking to enjoy a great meal followed by an exciting night out this is the place! With Gabriel, the manager, you can expect top-notch service, he was amazing! The servers were just as amazing, very attentive. Definitely going back!“

“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.“

“My server (Randy) was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC, my girlfriend and I rarely go out to eat and I am so glad we chose cheddars this time, he made the entire experience amazing, frequently checked up on us, even OFFERED to get a to go container for our hot honey which we were very happy about, got us refills on drinks at the perfect time, overall AMAZING SERVER, KEEP DOING GREAT RANDY“

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

“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.“

“Delicious and unique dishes! Tasty mimosas too!“

“I started coming here about 3 weeks ago, anytime I’m in this area this is 100% my spot!
The food is a 10/10! Service 10/10! It’s a family biz, you can feel the love like your part of the family. Nothing like it in town.
I’ll be back every chance I get. Highly recommend!“

“Great music! Happy customers.“

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

“Celebrated our 10 year anniversary with Ten 3. Truly an amazing dining experience with outstanding hospitality. It gave our top memorable dining experiences a run for their money. It's by far number 1 of ours in the States!“

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

“What a memorable night with excellent service, pleasant atmosphere, and very tasty drinks and dishes!“

“While it is great to have a live band, and the band was really good, it is too loud no matter where you sit in the bar to hear anyone talk, even right beside you. Their food was excellent and good-sized portions.

Parking: The parking is tight if you have an SUV.“

“Hello,
Wow, my first time at Rio Bravo Denny . Mr.
Angel and Ms. Abby attended to me during my visit. They were awesome, as well as the cooks. A robot brought out my food and Ms. Ms. Abby put it on my table and make sure everything thing was ok.

My order was exactly or even batter what I order, what an awesome experience. They were very efficient, my coffee cup was never empty. She made sure it was full at all time.
From the moment they took my order I felt that I was going to have a positive and pleasant experience at Denny.

I really appreciated their above and beyond services. Also, they were very pleasant to talk with. What I’ve experienced tonight I have not seen or experienced in a long time in the food industry. They are definitely an asset to the company.

So, when you get a chance, please visit these two wonderful people who are good what they do, at our local Denny here on Rio Bravo, SW.

Please remember, majority's of their salaries relies on “Tips”. So, please remember to show your appreciation for their hard work and services they provide you.

Thank you for your time.
I hope you have a wonderful experience as well.

Thank you, 👍🏼💯
Deon
Albq. SW.

Parking: From my experiences I would recommend to sustaining what you are doing now from what I’ve experienced tonight. I strongly believe you have two individuals that I came in contact with during my visit who are very proud and take ownership on what they do.
I always believe to sustain great people they need to be rewarded and recognized there dedication to the establishment. I do hope Mr. Angel and Ms. Abby do get a raise and bonus.

On the other hand, an improvement that I’ve recognize is when you exit or leave the restaurant to go west, you can’t. You have to drive east on Rio Brovo and then make a
U-turn. For now it’s manageable. However, I do hope the city staff have a Master plan to improve or remedy the situation.

Keep up the great work!

Thank you.

Thank you 🙏🏼“

“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 ?“

“We came for dinner, and we were very impressed! Service was great. Josh, our server, was friendly and made sure we were taken care of. The food was excellent! The pot roast was fork tender and not fatty at all. The brisket sandwich was awesome. We will definitely be going back!“

“The breakfast food came quickly but the bacon was very crispy it would have been nice if they would have asked us how we wanted it because it was not that good crispy to the level that it was almost burnt and falling apart. It was like that on the side and in my burrito so maybe they were just trying to use up some bacon that had been cooked too much“

“Fun place. 1sr time here had a blast.“

“We've been customers of Flying Star since it opened as Double Rainbow in the 1980s. They prepared our wedding cake more than 30 years ago, and we often take out-of-town guests there for a special treat of local, delicious food. We also like dining on their patios. But Flying Star went above and beyond for us recently. I had a big birthday (one of those ending in zero) and they had retired my favorite dessert item from their menu. I emailed them, and John Jones, a manager, responded quickly. I sent him a photo of the item, and he arranged with his bakers to make us a special order. John was great, the bakers flawlessly resurrected my favorite treat, and the staff at the Rio Grande store were very upbeat and friendly when I picked them up. Flying Star's extra effort made my day!“

“FANTASTIC!!! Just ate at ABQ city limits and it was superb! Green chile cheeseburger on sopaipillas was fantastic, the GREEN CHILE CHEESE FRIES were epic as hell, and the gf loved her Indian tacos. 10/10, will be back. Also, the seasonal, homemade pumpkin roll was great as well, obvi.“

“Awesome place highly recommended.“

“Fantastic food and service every time I go in.
Courtney is magnificent and on top of it all when it comes to service, her down to earth personality, beautiful smile, which is on all the time, and excellent attention to detail for customer needs. One of the best restaurants I've been too. Good hot food every time and fast. Clean restrooms and clean restaurant.“

“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 .“

“Today is Memorial Day and the staff was shorthanded. They had multiple people call in. With a crew of a cook, a bartender, and a waitress, they busted their butts and did everything that they possibly could to make sure that everybody was taken care of in a timely manner, some were not so patient, others understood. These guys are great, the food is good, Justin is the best manager, he is calm, and he takes care of everything with pride! Thank you for everything guys. We will definitely be back!“

“The staff here make this place for me. I'm often eating here due to time restrictions, but the friendliness and helpful attitudes here really make it an excellent option.

Vegetarian options: The best options of any restaurant I've been to. They are VERY forward thinking about dietary restrictions and options.

Dietary restrictions: The best options of any restaurant I've been to. They are VERY forward thinking about dietary restrictions and options.

Parking: The lot is shared with the people working in the area and you'll often have to park far and hike.

Kid-friendliness: Kids would probably be fine here, but aren't normally expected due to the location.

Wheelchair accessibility: Excellent accommodations, though often full.“

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

“Highly recommend! Great service, delicious food, friendly atmosphere, excellent cooks.“

“We have a new favorite!!! After some of our former favorites decreased in quality, we have been on the lookout for our next spot to get incredible New Mexican food. My husband and I ordered two burrito plates with a side of fries, iced tea and jamaica. It was all fantastic! The customer service was TOP NOTCH and our server even asked what they could improve upon as we checked out. Cannot wait to come back.“