A quaint little dive bar, this place does not deserve the recent negative reviews that nearly kept me away from visiting. The bartender was attentive, poured good drinks, and refused the clearly drunk patrons who tried to enter (who likely left the bad reviews). I couldn't imagine trying to run a bar as bartender, waiter, and bouncer on a slow Monday night never mind when it gets busy. It's a swell place to get drinks with a few laughs and I'll be back. read more

Tiny lil bar and quite packed. Nice drinks and funny sarcastic bartender. Great for late drinks read more

Bar Uno - Drinks at the bar - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Ryan & Steve, thank you so much for your hospitality, kind conversations, and immediate impeccable service. We wish our visit to Bar Uno wasn't as brief; unfortunately we didn't have much time this evening to enjoy your ambiance. The time we were there was great, we decided the pit stop to your bar made our evening memorable. We had walked in earlier to Anodyne which was fun with pool tables and lots of laughter, however we wanted something just a bit more intimate. We chatted with some locals that we would love to socialize - they directed us to Bar Uno ensuring an intimate experience. Thank you for the welcome, the delicious Mezcal Paloma with Tahine and your authentic Old Fashioned, my husband loved it. read more

Bar Uno - On the Left: Mezcal Paloma (Grapefuit + Soda), Tajin Rim On the Right: Bourbon Old Fashioned - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Meh drinks, rude bartender, uncomfortable seating. Hostile vibe if that's your thing.

Customer service, a bartender (bald guy) was rude and complained I didn't tip him. I just wanted to have a few drinks when I was on PTO to see my family and fiancé. Definitely wouldn't recommend to friends or family. read more

Clean and well kept but although I am above 21 they do not accept vertical ID's! Also had a Different kind of ID but still would not accept it due to it being a Texas ID. read more

Great vibe for a Sunday night. However, the Owner does not in any way understand the difference between authentic enjoyment of his establishment and someone who is acting belligerently not respecting the vibe, the people, or the establishment. I guess you have to be "In" with the owner, and who really knows what that means Too bad, lost good people that night. read more

Amazing little place. Everyone--bartender and patrons--was welcoming and friendly. Service was great and the beer was cold and local. What else could you ask for in a neighborhood bar? There's no food, so eat before or after your visit, but DO visit! read more

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After a show at the Sunshine, we were in line for one final drink of the night. After waiting for 30 minutes before 1am, we were turned away just so the door jerk could let his friends in once we walked away. Do yourself a favor and avoid this bar. Assholes read more

We love the service, space, and familiarity of the community present. Best (for us) as the last bar standing at last call.

Great f'ing bars. Drinks are great! Bartenders arw on point! Definitely recommend. Had the best time here while visiting albuquerque. read more

Bar Uno - Bartender special - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Was visiting Albuquerque and went here after work, it's a great small little spot. Had a cosmo and Moscow mule and both drinks were great. The bartender that day was also great, kind and friendly. If you're visiting Albuquerque visit this place you will enjoy it. read more

Bar Uno - Moscow mule - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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We found this place strictly by chance...and boy I'm glad we did! Super quaint little spot right in the heart of Downtown. You feel like you're apart of the neighborhood when you walk in. The bartender was on his "A GAME" mixing drinks sometimes just based on our descriptions of what we like. And he did not disappoint. Out of the 3 drinks I had, I would have all of them again. read more

Bar Uno - Left side: Gin Fizz Right side: Moscow Mule - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I'm not sure how this place only has 4 stars. GREAT drinks. GREAT service. Cool vibes! We will definitely be back ASAP! read more

Bar Uno - the logo of the bar uno - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

In reference to Andrea L... The comments about Jews were in jest to me, as I was there that evening. Steve is among my best friends, and is the antithesis of an anti-Semite, he even bought me a kippah as a gift. He was joking about me, and he had a menorah up during Hanukkah. He knows my Jewish family and my mom said he's a better Jew than me (he's not Jewish). FFS I brought him latkes because he was among the only people that would appreciate homemade latkes. Steve has a heart of gold, and is a good human, and not a hateful bone in his body despite outward general misanthropy. read more

Raining hard, we park and are greeted. It is the size of a barber shop, plus full bar. Delightful. No food. Okay.wonderful friendly people and staff. I will be back. read more

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Great drinks, fun atmosphere. Can get a little cramped on a Friday night but you'll definitely feel like a local.

Bartender holding tables for regulars who are sitting at the bar. A little too aggressive. I understand one must be a little tough but no need to be mean . read more

First time in and absolutely loved it! This is what we would consider a dive bar. Everyone was so friendly and the bartender Steve was a Smartass but completely friend and kind. They have awesome specialty drinks that were outstanding! We would go back in a heartbeat! read more

Bar Uno - Titos and soda - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cute little cozy place. Drinks are really tasty. I'll have to check it out again and take my dog because this place is dog friendly - yay!! read more

Best bar to sit on a bar stool and talk to the person next to you in Albuquerque, hands down. Bartender Steve is hysterical, kind to all of his customers, human and dog alike, and can make a mean cocktail. (They have 100 on their menu!) He even makes special stuff like bourbon egg nog around the holidays. It's a small place, with a warm, friendly atmosphere. I could spend all evening there and not get bored: constant flow of friendly, chatty people, including lots of regulars, which is always a good sign. I feel like Bar Uno (on 2nd St, not 1st, as one might expect given the name and the proximity...) is quickly becoming my numero uno 'burque bar. read more

Bar Uno - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Literally the best local bar I have ever been to the bartenders here are the sweetest most funniest people you will ever meet. The atmosphere is super intimate and perfect for personal conversations. read more

Eh. Bald headed bartender was pretty rude. Place is uncomfortable. Way better bars in town.

Best Gin Martini Ever! It was made just the way I like it, a little dirty. The bartender asked, PG-13? We were devastated when Chama left this space. It's such quaint little bar. They did a little updating, however the bar remains charming. They have mixed drinks and a variety of good New Mexico beers from La Cumbre, Chama, Sierra Blanca and Santa Fe Brewing. Check it out! Let me know what you think. read more

Great Bar, Great Drinks, Great Bartender! I'll definitely be back on my next trip to the Duke City! Also, Go Browns! read more

The drinks are absolutely delicious. The menu is fantastic I wish I could try all of them and my dog loves it to.

What a great place for a drink. Small and cozy, great dive bar, great bartender. We spent a couple of hours, had great drinks and a great time. Very friendly patrons. I would highly recommend cocktails here. Well worth the your time. read more

The best bar in town! Delicious drinks and bartender was very knowledgeable and very willing to help me find the perfect for me. Service was amazing and great tunes were playing. Definitely a great place to enjoy a well made cocktail and have a great night! read more

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Super cute small place! Great cocktails. Bartender was hilarious and knowledgeable, and gave me a birthday drink. An absolutely wonderful experience and would go back in a heartbeat. My favorite experience in ABQ! read more

So I didn't want to like this bar, I didn't. I was an old faithful of the old Chama Tap Room and this felt like cheating. Except I hated their warm beer, and I love vodka. So the feel of a local dive bar...MY local dive bar...but with vodka? Ok. I'll give it a shot. And I've been giving it shot after shot ever since they opened. Pun intended. As much as I loved the old bullet hole in the wall (I was there when it happened!) I really love the cleaner, cooler vibe. And by cooler, I mean the A/C actually works! Yes, I know these references are all for the old locals who used to drink there, but it all has to be said. Ok. On with the new. Damn the bartender can make a drink. Rumor has it he has over 100 drinks he has perfected. I don't doubt it a bit. If I remember correctly, he's from New Orleans and that man can mix a cocktail. Strong drinks. Friendly service. Cold A/C. New, clean bar. That still feels like a local bar. Because guess what? All of us old Tappy-lovers still go there. It's home but with better drinks. read more

Stumbled upon this great spot for classic cocktails on a recent visit and ended up having a really fun night! The drinks (of which there are 101 to choose from) were made with care and the owner was fun to talk to. There was a great vibe--likely because it's dog friendly, which seems to make everyone in there friendly too. read more

This is a very nice small neighborhood place. They have a nice selection for customers to choose from. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this place when in the downtown area. read more

I went on Halloweenkend, and the bartender was incredibly rude and dismissive. He made the worst apple cider mimosa and it smelled rotten and tasted disgusting. My friend and I (we are both females) were walking into the restroom together and the bartender yelled at us like we were children because he didn't want more than 1 person in the restroom at a time. I will definitely never Be coming back here. I used to come to Bar Uno before the pandemic and it was a good vibe. It has definitely changed since then. read more

This guy cannot make a drink for his life.. place is ugly... inside it's old and wore out.. and the bar smells like someone died.

Came to town for conference. Drinks were alright but service was excellent. Really unique little stop

Four stars for One Bar. Er, Bar Uno, alternatively titled The Place That Used To Be Chama Tap Room, in my lexicon. Because for me, that's what this little space will always be. The little tap room downtown where I spent many a late, late night, sometimes after the doors had closed, where I endlessly read the Alibi and laughed with my friend Embug and occasionally saw really ugly s*it go down and waited for concerts at Sunshine and, yeah, the place where I met my wife. The tap room. It mustn't be no more, no? Tip a pint with me in humble reverence, you shall be missed, Sleeping Dog Stout. And yet, Bar Uno feels more appropriate than a brewhouse ever did. They haven't done much to pretty up the place, other than improve the liquor license, but it's a perfect drop-in for a drink, just a few tables, a bar for rubbing elbows and a streamlined, simple collection of hand-crafted cocktails. I was going to throw a lil' tantrum about the bottom of my Old Fashioned, it was heavily maraschino'd, and I'd once heard a trusted mixologist state that the world's first cocktail should never employ a cherry -- but -- I researched this claim and found that there's no consensus whatsoever on this contention. Judging by our cocktail culture here in ABQ, of which there is virtually zilch, Bar Uno is probably not only safe, but smart, adding a lil' extra sweetness in the glass, and it appears that this place is otherwise elevating the very poor mixology scene downtown. Cheers. read more

Obviously I'm not from here, what I will say is that place like this is necessary in every town and city. Our bartender Stewart was awesome, fun personality and makes a mean Old fashioned. The spot has personality to spare, and it is refreshing to see a spot that is like our modem day version of cheers, minus the drama. Keep up the good work. read more

We love Bar Uno. Best bar tenders in town. Great vibe and ambiance. Excellent service. All staff are personable and friendly. We always have an amazing time at Bar Uno. It's a small and quaint bar. This is a must experience place. Centrally located in downtown. read more

Stopped in tonight after dinner and I love that it's a little hole in the wall. There's only about 4 tables and the bar itself but the vibe is good. The bartender had a lot of energy and he said the old fashioned and Moscow mules and a take on the Colorado bulldog was what he did most. I had ordered a Moscow mule when he told my friend the different flavors of bitters he had and I changed my mind and ordered a different drink entirely to try the peach ginger bitters. The drink was strong without taking away the flavor. When we left it was full so I was glad we got there when we did. I could see how it might be hard at busy times when there is nowhere to sit move. read more

Bar Uno - Gin and ginger with peach ginger bitters - Beer Bar Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cozy bar...but not enough seating. Selection of local beers are pretty good, and they have some board games to keep your group entertained.