Al's Big Dipper

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Salami & mozz sandwich with a side of pasta salad and a cookie

Atalanta P.

This little place is right next to the downtown library and super convenient. The atmosphere is welcoming with friendly service to match. The menu of sandwiches, salads, soups, and soft drinks isn't exhaustive but there are plenty of appetizing choices for very reasonable prices. It's a perfect spot for a quick lunch.

Jazmine V.

That place can't be in a library..can it? A restaurant in a library?? It's true! It is in the same building as the down town library and separated by an arbitrary pane of glass. I was in search of a good French dip. I found one. I think it was a little pricey for the size, but it was very good. I added on cheese and green Chile ($1 each). I loved the fact that it came with a side and a cookie. I ordered a homemade iced tea, too. The au jus really made this sandwich come together, as every au jus should. The pasta salad accompaniment was light and delicious. The cookie was soft and chewy. It was just a good meal all around.

Sharon B.

Easy downtown location if you work near. It is actually in the same building as the library downtown! Cute little deli serving up lunch, making it quick and easy with an inviting staff every time. If you are into something fresh and interesting, try the lavender lemonade. As I am reviewing for the vegans out there: There aren't many choices but the staff are so knowledgeable and they seem have a few vegan options and or can make some dishes vegan. I ordered their vegan curry soup and a salad with just the veggies. I asked what vegan dressing they had and they mentioned the balsamic vinaigrette. Then the manager said - well hold on, it has honey. Wow I was blown away because few know that honey is not what some vegans eat. So knowledgeable! The veggie wrap can be made vegan !

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Kevin M.

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I have eaten here before. That was before I became a Yelp reviewer and I returned today July 8, 2025. There is plenty of on street parking nearby, at a very low fee. There is nice natural light, comfortable seating. The menu is sandwiches and other comfort foods. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. I had a tuna sandwich that was superb, served on sourdough bread with a side of chips. Prices are very reasonable. I'm adding a star to my rating for a specific reason. This business is adjacent to the downtown public library and I am encouraging people to continue to support public libraries. Put an hour's time on your meter have lunch here and enjoy the library. read more

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Annette M.

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Popular little sandwich shop at the entrance to the library. Lots of hot and cold options plus soups and salads. We all enjoyed our meal. Walking distance to a few hotels and the convention center. read more

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Eduardo S.

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Soup: amazing! Sandwich: slightly different than posted description Cookie: welcome bonus! Al's is located at the library. I had the roast beef caprese sandwich. The description mentioned toasted focaccia bread and pesto aioli. My sandwich was not toasted. The sauce looked like plain mayo - nothing pesto discernible. That said, it was yummy. My tomato soup was amazing! read more

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Atalanta P.

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This little place is right next to the downtown library and super convenient. The atmosphere is welcoming with friendly service to match. The menu of sandwiches, salads, soups, and soft drinks isn't exhaustive but there are plenty of appetizing choices for very reasonable prices. It's a perfect spot for a quick lunch. read more

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William W.

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A large selection of salads and sandwiches all of which look delicious. We both had the Southwest Chop Salad with a nicely spiced "Southwest Ranch" dressing and they were substantial and delicious. Two thumbs up! read more

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Stephanie C.

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Ordered the French dip with green chile and cheese added, so delicious! 12.95 includes a side and a cookie. Everything is homemade and you can taste quality. Bread is thin and not overwhelming the sandwich. Good amount of meat, green Chile has the perfect spice! The service was amazing, the woman at the register was very welcoming and yo eat, thank you, makes a huge difference at a small business. read more

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Jazmine V.

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That place can't be in a library..can it? A restaurant in a library?? It's true! It is in the same building as the down town library and separated by an arbitrary pane of glass. I was in search of a good French dip. I found one. I think it was a little pricey for the size, but it was very good. I added on cheese and green Chile ($1 each). I loved the fact that it came with a side and a cookie. I ordered a homemade iced tea, too. The au jus really made this sandwich come together, as every au jus should. The pasta salad accompaniment was light and delicious. The cookie was soft and chewy. It was just a good meal all around. read more

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William S.

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So this is a tiny place (drove by it twice before I found it) that was well worth the effort. I had a cup of the Italian sausage soup that had me wishing I had gotten a bowl. They had other menu items (sandwiches and salads) that looked great. I'll have to try one of those next time, because I will be back. read more

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Martin P.

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THE GOAT! Addicted to the CC's Chicken Special and always reliable when I get food for my office.

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Lynn S.

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Best soup & sandwiches ever! Located in the Downtown Public Library in the front atrium.

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Sierra S.

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Food is decent. But when a customer and an employee are both liable for a mistake you shouldn't take it out on the customer. That is just bad business. read more

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Great food, good price. Can't go wrong with any order. This is a great lunch spot. Friendly staff, excellent service and a free cookie.

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Megan F.

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Had the Wild Suze and it was fantastic. Fresh veggies and really good turkey. The people working there were very friendly too. If you're heading to the library around lunch time, I recommend you check this place out! read more

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Arianna D.

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The food was amazing and the service was wonderful. The Hot SandwichMexico Roast BeefPasta Salad

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Laurel W.

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This place is Absolutely Fabulous! Best soup and sandwich spot in downtown Albuquerque. Best part for me is going to library to get a new book and then starting to read it over lunch here. Delicious sandwiches and soups. Book and library lovers, you cannot go wrong eating here. I recommend the French Dip roast beef and stuffed pepper soup. read more

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Sharon B.

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Easy downtown location if you work near. It is actually in the same building as the library downtown! Cute little deli serving up lunch, making it quick and easy with an inviting staff every time. If you are into something fresh and interesting, try the lavender lemonade. As I am reviewing for the vegans out there: There aren't many choices but the staff are so knowledgeable and they seem have a few vegan options and or can make some dishes vegan. I ordered their vegan curry soup and a salad with just the veggies. I asked what vegan dressing they had and they mentioned the balsamic vinaigrette. Then the manager said - well hold on, it has honey. Wow I was blown away because few know that honey is not what some vegans eat. So knowledgeable! The veggie wrap can be made vegan ! read more

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Michelle C.

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I needed a coffee fix and saw this cute little corner shop on the side of the library and thought, perfect! I can sip some coffee and read a book for a minute. I ordered an Iced Mocha Latte. The wait was a little long, but I figured it was ok since they seem primarily a sandwich shop. If I hadn't already eaten, I would totally have gotten one of their JoJo's Jive. Looking at the menu was fun and everything sounded so delicious! The first try at my drink came out hot, so I had to send it back. When they fixed my beverage, really quickly too! I took my first sip. I can imagine why they are known for sandwiches because this drink tasted like watered down chocolate milk with a hint of a very bitter coffee aftertaste. Also, noticed they gave some other woman Coffee when she ordered Tea. Maybe today just wasn't the day for this shop. I think I will come back for a nice sandwich next time! read more

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Omar V.

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This place is so underrated, I hadn't even heard of it until some of my coworkers mentioned it as an option for lunch. We all agreed to give it a shot! My first impression of that place was that it was incredible cozy! The restaurant is attached to the public library downtown, and is situated in a large glass atrium. I can imagine studying here, or doing work during a rainy day. It's the perfect big city vibe in a not so big city. The restaurant has sandwiches hot and cold, as well as beverages. I ordered a hot sandwich that had mozzarella, salami, and spinach and it was delicious! It was huge, but it was the right portion for a healthier lunch. The sandwiches also come with chips, and I ordered a latte for my drink which was perfect for that midday energy boost. Overall, the ambiance is what takes the cake and it strikes me as the type of place that I would love to hang out in! Definitely a well kept secret and the perfect place to study, although I'm not sure how late the place is open! read more

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Gabriel N.

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About, if not the best Sandos, Salads and Soups for downtown lunchtime eaters. Friendly staff, creative flavors and reasonable prices.

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Flozilla B.

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Did you know you can check out upto 50 items at the Albuquerque Library? Finally after my recent visit to the downtown branch to overload my poor canvas book bag...I lugged all my borrowed books over to Al's Big Dipper...thankfully it was not far...a few steps really..just across the vestibule. I did actually leave behind some books for you to check out too. I LOVE that Al's moved into the Downtown Library adjacent cafe space. I never did find myself just a few blocks over to the old location. The meal I had here recently was super tasty, affordable and quick. I have been on a CUBANO kick lately and ABD (Al's Big Dipper) did not disappoint. The little sunny cafe is very convenient to downtown dwellers and library goers. I expect much of the business is done carry-out to downtown workers...but, I encourage you to take a few minutes to utilize the library and find a book...order lunch and read for a bit. Back to my cubano...it arrived quickly and perfectly cooked. Warm layers of ham and roasted pork on a nice bread with pickles and mustard. Maybe next time I will order it with green chile. The side salad and homemade cookie rounded out a very nice lunch! I intend to be a regular...just need to find all those books scattered around my house and finish reading them befor I start getting the auto-calls..."a patron at this number has upto 50 overdue items".... TIP: It appears that ABD posts over on FB menu items of the day... https://www.facebook.com/pages/Als-Big-Dipper/136161439764927?sk=wall TIP: As for the book I was reading while scarfing down my ABD Cubano...Highly recommended! "A Garlic Testament" by Stanley Crawford http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/14/garden/secrets-of-a-garlic-grower.html?_r=0 read more

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Emma E.

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This was my first time here and I loved it!! If I was walking downtown I don't think I would have ever noticed this little hole in the wall. Nestled right next to the library, I could easily see myself checking out a book and sitting there reading over lunch. The restaurant - like all places downtown at lunch - got busy around 12 with different employees on their lunch break. Seating it limited, so make sure you try to beat the crowd or know you might need to take it to go. I got the Crunch sandwich with Turkey and a side salad. Both items were delicious! The side salad was a great sized serving with amazing balsamic vinaigrette dressing. It was sweet with the perfect amount of tartness. The Crunch sandwich came on perfectly toasted sourdough that melted in my mouth. I finally realized why it's called the crunch - there's jalapeño chips inside! I've actually been craving the sandwich since then, so I will definitely have to go back with some co-workers. read more

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Carol R.

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Sometimes I'm in the mood for a tuna sandwich. I decided to try one at Al's Big Dipper. Tuna is hard, cause some places don't make it right. I personally don't like celery and I hate when they put it in tuna. Instead of celery, Al's has apples in their tuna. Yes, apples. I didn't notice that until I got the sandwich, and I was surprised (is this common?! I've never seen it). And I was even more surprised when I tried it! The tuna is definitely my fav! I like it without avocado (yes, I'm picky). It comes with a side, I usually get the fruit. And it comes with a delicious homemade chocolate chip cookie! I've been back several times, tried some other sandwiches, they're all good, but the tuna is my fav. read more

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Brenda K.

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Kinda pricey 8.50 for a turkey Sandwich in a croissant with pasta Salad and a cookie. 3.25 for a small Glass of lemonade all was very Delicious just a bit overpriced Nice place to sit and visit over lunch. read more

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Emily C.

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Thank goodness for Al's Big Dipper, the best lunch spot downtown! For people who work downtown like me, Al's is a godsend. It is the only downtown eatery I get excited about, and I frequently eat here more than once a week. Everything here is good, and the options never get old. Al's sandwiches are creative and delicious. One of my favorites is Christopher's Crunch - roast beef, havarti cheese, avocado, fresh onion, and crunchy onion crisps on toast. I also love the Big Chef Salad and Beeker's Beef sandwich. I've been impressed every time I've tried the daily special, too. Seriously, I've never had a bad meal here. I could go on and on. The coffee is also fantastic - they have strong, delicious espresso drinks. The environment is on-point as well. Located in a glass sunroom in the library building, Al's has tons of natural light and a bright, happy ambiance. There are plenty of tables to sit and enjoy your meal while looking out onto the street or into the library. Finally, the staff are super-friendly and kind. If you come here often, you will quickly become a regular and the owners will know you by name. I've been trying to bring my lunch to work more often to save money, but Al's is my personal siren song, calling my name at the lunch hour. Their delicious offerings are hard to resist. read more

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Great little shop downtown! Wonderful sandwiches and soups with friendly service. Limited seating so takeout works well for us downtown workers. Yum! read more

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Al's Big Dipper is super cute and well hidden (connected to the library downtown). They serve salads, sandwiches and breakfast. I really liked the atmosphere! The menu display is different and unique. Service was great- everyone was nice and quick to help despite the busyness of the lunch hour. I ordered the southwestern salad with chicken. It was really good!! I actually liked my salad. The sandwiches from what I saw looked delicious as well. There isn't much sitting room so be prepared if you go at a busy time. read more

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Quick lunch in Downtown Albuquerque. Placed my order through Yelp/Grubhub, but my bus arrived early, so my food wasn't ready yet. The staff made sure I got my food quick. They recommended to call in orders for pick up instead. read more

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Chelsea V.

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I love Al's. Too much maybe. I'm reserving the fifth star only because there are a handful of sandwiches on the menu that I think it's best to skip. That is, I can't say I've *never* been disappointed, just rarely. Don't be afraid to try the French toast sand which. I don't favor sweet breakfasts but this is actually mostly savory and you're in complete control of how sweet it is or isn't. Im having one right now and it's fantastic! read more

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Brandi V.

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I really enjoyed my lunch. I came for soup but they were sold out. I had a half sandwich (Christopher's Crunch), pasta salad, and a cookie. It was delicious! I will be going back to try their exciting looking salads! read more

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Downtown diner joined with the library. Light fair that is fresh and good. Lunch crowd fills it up, but on good weather days they have tables and chairs outside. Friendly and courteous staff seem eager to help. read more

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Martin D.

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Great food, friendly and helpful staff with a view into the library. Highly recommended.

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Rachel K.

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What a fantastic lunch spot. Consistently fresh, delicious salads, like the Greek with fantastic dressing and lots of yummy feta. I haven't had a bad sandwich there either, there's always seating, and you get a homemade cookie with every order. Not to mention the service is fast, friendly, and they treat regulars like, well, regulars. read more

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This is my favorite lunch place! The special is always good. The turkey banhmi is my favorite. The wild suze, the sandwiches and salads are all so good! I eat here at least once a week! Delivery is super quick too! If you haven't tried Al's yet, you must!!!!! read more

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Great sandwiches with fresh, simple ingredients. I'm not crazy about tuna, but I like their version. Just wish they were open on weekends!

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Stephanie H.

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Amazing sandwiches at a decent price. They were able to take a large party of seven with no notice. Everyone loved their food. Attached to the library! Totally worth coming for lunch. :) read more

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Passing through. It was all very good and tasted very fresh. If I ever find myself back in the state, I'll check it out again.

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I have been here few times as I work downtown but today's meal was so good. I had the warm turkey sandwich with pepper jack cheese and green chile. The turkey was good quality & and the cheese was melted perfectly. Highly recommend! read more

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This place was great!!!! We were from out of town and looking for quality sandwich places and found Al's. Loved it so much we came two days in a row for lunch. Try the New Mexico Roast Beef (hot) or the Turky Banhmi (cold). Both were EXCELLENT!!! read more

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Sandwiches are always good. The soups can be phenomenal. Prices are reasonable. Really friendly and generous staff and owner/managers. Glad they are in the shop next to the library. read more

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Not only did Doordash and Grubhub get it wrong but half the time I order Al's is closed. When Doordash had the incorrect address, even though I have the receipt with the correct address I ordered from Grubhub, Al's couldn't figure it out so they just blew me off. read more

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More info about Al's Big Dipper

501 Copper Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Downtown
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(505) 314-1118
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http://www.alsbigdipper.com/

Hours

What time does Al's Big Dipper open?

Al's Big Dipper opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Al's Big Dipper close?

Al's Big Dipper closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Al's Big Dipper is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 10:30 AM - 2:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Al's Big Dipper take credit cards?

Yes, Al's Big Dipper takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Al's Big Dipper have catering options?

Yes, Al's Big Dipper does have catering options.

Does Al's Big Dipper serve alcohol?

No, Al's Big Dipper does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Al's Big Dipper have TVs?

Yes, Al's Big Dipper has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Al's Big Dipper have bike parking?

Yes, Al's Big Dipper has bike parking.

Does Al's Big Dipper have outdoor seating?

Yes, Al's Big Dipper has outdoor seating options.

Does Al's Big Dipper have parking?

Yes, Al's Big Dipper has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Al's Big Dipper have free WiFi?

Yes, Al's Big Dipper has free WiFi.

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Specialties

We specialize in making unique, quality hand-crafted sandwiches, soups, and salads for everyone’s taste. At Al’s, we strive to know our customer’s by name and to be the most reliable go to lunch spot.

History

Established in 2010.

Established in 2010

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“There are plenty of tables to sit and enjoy your meal while looking out onto the street or into the library.”

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I'm going to give this place 4 stars tho I've bn once only and my visit was truncated…read more It's in the same parking lot as the Einstein Bagels on the corner of Wyoming and Academy, on the periphery of the Walmart parking lot, further east than the Dion's. 12:40 on a Monday: ample parking with shade provided by a few trees. Easy to see the restaurant from the parking lot, cute tasteful neon lights point the way. The cook greeted me as I walked in, looking over his shoulder and let me me know someone would be with me soon (much appreciated; you never want to feel unseen) Neddie/Netty was helping at a table but acknowledged me then came over to show me to a table. She proved so helpful. I explained it was my first time there, she asked what I wanted to drink then said she'd send it out: it came by robot! I grabbed my drink then I had to read the screen to send it on its way: it was cute. When it came to ordering, newbie here, it looked like I wouldn't hv enough time to savor any of the main entrees what with other orders going on, and me hvg to leave for my next appt in 40 minutes, so I just ordered a shrimp tempura appetizer. A few minutes later, a dish was delivered to a nearby table when the cook, I learned his name is Viktor, asked if he could make it in 2-3 minutes, would I still like the bulgogi over rice or Japanese ramen: I looked to Neddy for her recommendation and went with the latter. Viktor was as good as his word: steaming sizzling plate of yumminess in front of me within 5". I still took 3/4 of the dish with me and it's even better as leftovers! Re: the shrimp tempura appetizer It was ok, perfectly battered and fried but seemed factory-determined cookie-cutter, all the same size, no heads, no tails. But it's a sweet, spacious establishment, cool in the 100° heat without being chilly, friendly attentive thoughtful service and tasty food. I'll be back to try the main stuff -- and allow ample time to savor the offerings.

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Annie's Soup Kitchen

Annie's is an Albuquerque staple. I don't think I've ever had a bad meal there. The service is…read moreusually pretty darn good also. I must say the last time I went I asked what ingredients are in the egg salad, tuna salad, and chicken salad because I have food allergies. The server said, "Oh they don't tell us. All the recipes are secret." Ok well I sort of get that but sort of don't having allergies. So beware if you do too! I decided to take my chances and order the Three Salad meal. This comes with three scoops of salad; one of egg salad, one of tuna, and one of chicken salad. It's served with tomatoes. The salads were very tasty! Unfortunately there was something that was undetectable in the chicken salad and I felt too weird to eat something I couldn't place so I threw that salad away. I asked for crackers for my salads but they didn't have any. Booooooo. I also ordered a warm blueberry muffin and it was scrumptious!! My mom got an egg salad sandwich with a cup of French Onion soup which she said was delicious. This place is decorated the exact same way as it was in the 80s when I was a child, so it's fun to go with my mom. It's ver nostalgic. However, I won't go on my own or suggest it to friends now. There are too many of us that prefer to know what we are eating. Cheers!

Walking into Annie's soup kitchen is like taking a step back in time. You're greeted by staff that…read moremakes you feel like you dropped by your best friend's grandma's house. The food is what you expect - no one makes it better than grandma. We had the roast beef sandwich ( today's special) and French onion soup ( one of their specialties). So good!!! For the first time in a long time, we were too focused on eating to have a conversation until we finished our food. The atmosphere is relaxed and you don't feel rushed. The staff seem to know everyone that walks thru the door, and, if they don't, they make sure you feel welcome and will want to come back soon.

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Open face hot turkey, cheese, chile avocado sandwich!

Red Chilli House

4.2

(53 reviews)

6.6 mi

This place is a hidden gem with a heartbeat…read more No assembly lines, no shortcuts, no rush. Just one kind woman running the front and what feels like grandma and grandpa working their magic in the kitchen, cooking each dish fresh, one at a time. Be patient. Good things are happening back there. Every bite tasted like it was made with pride and years of tradition. The food was incredible, comforting, and worth every minute of the wait. If you want fast food, go somewhere else. If you want food made with soul, you just found it.

This may be the most authentic Chinese I've ever had in NM, both food and service. I order the…read morewonton in chili oil, a beef & cheese egg roll (off the Special Board), and the Spicy Chicken, one of their signature dishes buried in red chiles and sichaun peppercorn. I haven't sweat that much since hot yoga. They cooked everything one at a time, everything served fresh and hot, with prompt service. I'll be back to try everything.

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Sopa Loca

3.9

(9 reviews)

1.8 mi

Sopa loca is loca, but in a good way. Hurry down for lunch. Food was good, service was quickread more

Let me tell you about this amazing place, it's pretty hard to find authentic mexican food in New…read moreMexico as it is . This place not only serves menudo on Sunday for free when you order but everything was amazing ! I went back 4x in a 2 day span . Customer service was amazing, the restaurant itself is comforting, the music was nice . 10/10 would recommend and will be coming here everytime I visit!

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Menu

CHICKEN GREEN CHILE STEW

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Full liquor license-Tequila-Mezcal

Zu Hot Pot

I used to live in both San Francisco and Seattle where good hot pot was almost as plentiful as…read moreStarbucks shops. There aren't as many choices here. And sometimes when there's limited choice here I'll make do with what is available. Fortunately this place is great. You can order a single broth or a split pot. I usually go with the taiwan spicyy broth and one of the others. It's always good, regardless of what ingredients you order they'll pile the plate high. They offer tons of condiments and ice cream for desert. I've also ordered this as delivery which I thought was impossible. But they make it work. You order your broth (single flavor uless you get two orders of broth). You also order your ingredients and whatevder sides you want. I usually get beef, pork and meatballs. Rather than cooking yourself they come cooked in a container with a little brother and you add them at your leisure. I usually get the spicy chicken nuggets as a side and they are delicious. It's a huge portion of food and I almost always have leftovers. Great place!

We had the popcorn chicken appetizer and 2 flavor hot pot which we ordered hot. Our hot pot…read moreincluded the mixed veggie plate (which includes everything listed in the veggie section of the menu except enoki mushrooms), enoki mushrooms, shrimp, sliced beef, pork meatball, and glass noodles for each of us. $56. First the food. It was absolutely fabulous. The appetizers were perfectly crispy and the sauce was not overpowering - they let the chicken do the talking. The broth was spicy but a little oily tasting. I was sweating the whole time which was awesome! The veggies, meats and mushrooms all had great flavor. This place was obviously using fresh ingredients. I'm sharing a copy of my bill so you can see that they itemize for things like the sauce/ ice cream bar as well as the cc fee. I like when restaurants do this because it means that they don't make everyone pay for things if they don't want those things. It means that this restaurant is going the extra mile to provide a good value. We were impressed and we'll be back for more awesome food and excellent service!

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Lunch specials -popcorn chicken combo $9.95 Severed 11:00am-2:00pm

Cold season try our Quick pick up Togo personal hot pot

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The meats, veggies and shrooms

Yummy Noodle House

3.9

(77 reviews)

4.7 mi

Family-owned & operated

Speaks Mandarin

I absolutely love the chicken and shrimp ramen here. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the…read moreshrimp and chicken are always cooked perfectly. I've come back several times, often bringing different friends with me, and everyone has enjoyed their meals. The boba is also amazing and pairs perfectly with the ramen. The service has always been friendly, and the atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable. This has easily become one of my favorite spots, and I'll definitely keep coming back again and again.

I picked up an order to go today. The restaurant is small with a few tables, but looks like it is…read moreprimarily for to go pickup. The food was promised in 8 to 10 minutes and was ready easily in that time. I ordered Crab Rangoon, a favorite of my wife, and pork fried noodles. The Crab Rangoon is some of the best in Albuquerque. I could actually taste the crab. Most I've had here just taste of cream cheese, so whatever they do at YNH, they should continue! The pork fried noodles, on the other hand, were nothing special. The dish tasted of Chinese Five Spice which includes clove and is not a favorite flavor for me. My wife didn't mind so much, so this is certainly a personal issue. Add a star if you are ok with the seasoning. We will certainly be back for the Rangoon and to try other menu options.

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O Ramen and Curry House

Delicious ramen!! Everything we order here is so good and flavorful. The staff is also so friendly…read moreand very attentive. We love coming here and always look forward to returning. It such a cozy spot and a great place for date night also.

It's good and inexpensive. Very basic. Open later in the evenings…read more Great young person hangout.

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Takoyaki

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Tula's Kitchen

Staff were all friendly and attentive. We came in as a family of 4. I had the Duke city grilled…read morecheese sandwich with a side of tomato bisque. The soup was tasty, and the sandwich was pretty good- a little too much turkey for my taste. My husband had the mushroom peppercorn steak. It was cooked well, and he enjoyed the peppercorn sauce. One person had the steak salad. She said it was good, not great. The salad was served with large leaves of lettuce (she had to cut them up) and steak. She mentioned that she wished there was a little more to the salad- it was just the lettuce and steak. The last person in our party had the green chile chicken pasta. She liked it. Overall, our experience was good. I would say Tula's is fair. It's nothing to write home about, but it wasn't bad.

SHOO FLIES!!!! Don't get me wrong bc I really love this place BUT keeping the big Patio doors open…read moreto the restaurant was a big mistake. They do have a very nice patio but I was eating inside in lieu of out in the 95 degree heat and flies. I mentioned it to my very sweet server and she got me a battery fan to put on my table to shoo flies! (See pic) I ordered their wonderful Reuben w Caesar side and ate it with the fan shooing the flies while I ate inside. Seriously!! I did let her know the homemade croutons were stale and tough and not very edible. Service, food and drinks here are always very good and polite. I'll be back but not when the outside summer flies are taking over.

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Four of our signature cocktails: Aperol Spritz, Spicy Mango Margarita, Santa Fe Blue, and our French 75.

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Vinaigrette

Excellent. I will be back and I will tell my friends. Focaccia is only $2. So glad they only…read moremoved and didn't go out of business.

Wow. For years Vinaigrette has been one of my favorite restaurants. I've been to all 3 locations…read more The food is great. I have recommended it. Today, they lost me. The kitchen appreciation fee. I would pay more for my food to have the staff paid better. I do not want an extra fee that makes my food more expensive. The website they say to go to for more information also did not work when i tried on two browsers. The food is good. The old location was much better. The kitchen appreciation fee made it so I won't be back. Pay your staff better, raise prices, but don't put on a mandatory fee. I support paying better and getting rid of tips.

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Inside view from a corner by the window

Beet Goes On with chicken

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Beet drink

Sixty Six Acres

Great servers! Everyone was helpful and kind so front of house manager must be doing their job!…read moreFood was delicious. Crispy Brussels sprouts had great flavor but way too much cayenne pepper (which adds nothing but heat) my husband ate them but said he would prefer less heat. I had 2 bites and gave up. Baked brie was amazing I loved the granny Smith apples! My husband loved them too. We also got the hummus duo which has dates on it and I used a date in the brie that was fantastic! I'll ask for that next time! It was the bomb. Hummus duo was good the watermelon radish was beautiful on the plate but gave both hummus a bitter flavor. Shrimp and grits. We live in Alabama currently and this was our least favorite dish of the day. Shrimp were cooked well and so were the grits but there was just something else it needed. Parmesan cheese and some onions maybe. Greek salad delicious. The flash fried chick peas made it. We needed more dressing and the wait staff was prompt and sweet about it. Spicy Lime Ceasar was ok till he requested more dressing then it was amazing. I was afraid of ordering it but the dressing wasn't too spicy . White sangria I had was disappointing it was more of a 1995 wine spritzer than a wine infused with citrus which is the very essence of sangria. It was ok and had I ordered a wine spritzer I would say yummo but I ordered sangria. Pork Belly flat bread was the winner of the night the tomato jam made that dish. I would love more on it next time but we will definitely be ordering that dish again! Yes we had a lot of left over food! But I love sampling a menu and this menu has a lot to offer. We will be back to try 4 or five other things. I look forward to my return.

We were excited to try this new American cocktail bar. Shout out to Yelp again for the find…read more Moseyed in on a Saturday night and didn't have to wait for a table. In a rare turn of events, both kids got the same thing, the Korean chicken bites with the sauce on the side, which was a great decision bc it did have a kick to it. The chicken itself was a bit dry. Both adults also got the pork belly flatbread. I found it a bit unbalanced with too much sauce and not enough other toppings, and the base wasn't as crispy as I prefer. Speaking of crispy, we opted for the appetizer brussel sprouts, and they were a bit chewy and on the not so super crispy side. Service was fine, and glad to have a little break from heavier New Mexican cuisine on this night. Lots of variety on the cocktail and adult beverage menu too.

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Korean Fried Chicken Bowl - yummy!

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Fried Tofu w/peanut sauce. Good.

La Guelaguetza Mexicana Restaurant

We love this place…read more They have some of the best Mexican food we have ever had. Their mole sauces are very distinct and excellent. We highly recommend them. The people are also warm and very nice. We highly recommend this place.

Amazing food!! All the mole is amazing but especially the black one and the spicy OMG Soo Soo…read moregood!!! Ambiance is great Mexican music playing lightly in the background and the service was the best.. very respectful and kind the people working here and one of the brothers owners. We would DEFINITELY come back!!!!

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Small restaurant but packed of customers. Everyone was friendly. Great food. Dine-in or Dine-out.

Birria Pizza - Superb! The owners were one of the 2022 semi-finalists for the JBF Best Chef Southwest award.

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Cheese Cake

Meraki Coffee+Market

I have been wanting to try this place as well and another time it stopped but it was 230 and the…read morekitchen is closed from 230 to 3 when they change over to a different restaurant. This place was pretty busy and hopping and inviting.. The service was awesome and everyone was polite and helpful.. I had the avocado toast which ranks right up there with as good as I've had. I also ordered a latte with whole milk and half simple syrup.(it was extremely good.). Look at the chocolate croissant, which was really good as well as the orange loaf., also really tasty. I ordered an iced blueberry maple cold foam latte ( it was ok but not as expected). Lastly ordered the seasonal salad which was awesome. Can't wait to go back again..

Meraki is a nice spot to hang out with the open air concept but the coffee and food are very…read moreoverpriced and just ok. Staff is never friendly and almost rude. I've been in 4 times and experienced this each time, unfortunately. Not my first choice when looking for a local coffee shop.

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Basic breakfast sandwich with over medium egg.

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My latte

The Original Cocina Azul on Mountain Rd

Family-owned & operated

Catering service

The food was fresh, fast, and flavorful. The service was prompt and polite. The restaurant had…read moretables and chairs with a cafe style feel. We enjoyed the chips and salsa! Both red and green salsas were unique and delicious. The New Mexico style food was just what we were looking for!

There is one southwestern joint in town that is a must visit that's Cocina Azul. The place is…read morebeautiful, sharp clean and very new looking. They have ample seating in brightly lit areas and even patio seating. It was fun busy and alive on a Tuesday night. Our server was so wonderful, very happy and relaxed it's a sign of a good place. All the front staff were wonderful workers and seem to work very harmoniously. My coworker and I had t different things he got a smothered burrito and I got the brisket combo, both dishes were too much food for too grown men. Delicious and huge portions plus a really nice presentation. The wait was a bit long but that just means they are making everything before service. The only hard part was parking, it's a small lot so be prepared to walk a block or two during dinner rush. Trust me it's totally worth it!!!

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Arellana's Guaco Sopapilla Burger

Central Grill and Coffee House

Always so good! Everything we had was good as always. The only negative is that they close at 2:00read more

This is a go to for my partner and I, usually the owner is the one taking our order so you know…read morethey're very hands on and local! It does get very busy so prepare to find a table once you order. The food is always amazing! It has a diner setting but home cooked charm. Some highlights would be the biscuits and gravy, breakfast burrito (smothered), huevos rancheros, and their pancakes! Anything you pick, you can't go wrong. If parking fills up, they have an additional lot just east of the property! Albuquerque hospitality mixed with old town charm, stop in, get fed, and support local!

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Casual breakfast

Cinnamon bun

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Carne Adovada B'fast Burrito - Christmas :)

Char

4.6

(124 reviews)

0.2 mi

Service was amazing, the food was absolutely delicious, and the ambiance was divine. This is…read moredefinitely my go-to spot every time I touch down in Albuquerque. Josh was an incredible server--attentive, personable, and made sure I was taken care of from start to finish. If you're in town, I highly recommend checking this place out. You won't be disappointed!

Menu is off the charts! Chris helped us narrow our choices and was the most personable, attentive…read moreand efficient server we have had in a long long time. Delicious!

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