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    4.7 (154 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Gregory C.

    Visiting town for work and decided to make a reservation for dinner with a colleague. We would highly recommend a reservation because it was pretty packed around 6 PM when we went. We were greeted by friendly hosts and sat right away. Before talking about the food, I want to give a major shout out to our server Marina, who was very attentive and for the couple of issues we had, she apologized and made sure they were handled right away. We started with the guacamole and salsa as well as the mushroom tostadas for our appetizers. Marina even offered additional chips for the salsa that we had left. For my entrée, I ordered the shrimp Al Carbon, it usually comes with chorizo, but I got it without it and still enjoyed it. Even with full Restaurant, it wasn't too loud, and the bar was buzzing with hotel guests and those eating at the bar throughout. I enjoyed my experience and would recommend y'all check it out, too!

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    Jamie S.

    The location is beautiful, bright, chic and inside of the Hilton Curio Collection Hotel which is stunning. This restaurant isn't just a food stop, it's an experience! We stoped by on a whim and ended up having one of the top 3 steaks of my life. And when I say that, I am a STEAK EATER... This steak was *chefs kiss* And literally nothing else mattered. lol But the staff was amazing, the sides were ok. My partner wasn't fond of the lime flavor on the rice, and I agree it was overwhelming too. But.... That STEAK!! Be careful with the salt/pepper tower. It will spill if you're not. The mushrooms weren't bad, the tortillas were amazing! we ordered room service the next day because the food was so good. It didn't disappoint!

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    Erik F.

    Excellent dining/service and social time at the bar top. I arrived early to snag a bar seat as I knew from past experience it would get busy. Excellent cocktail (Andaluz Manhattan) and Guacamole & Salsa app to start. I was able to sip and observe others food items pass by to assist in my choice. I had the Enchilada (Wagyu) entree which was a worthy hearty serving. Lydiana and Ava were cheerful and professional behind the bar. They crushed providing the busy service bar w drinks too, as the dining room was busy. ABQ is my halfway stop enroute to DEN, and this will be a routine stop.

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    Jon T.

    High-end New Mexican food in downtown Albuquerque. Antonio was one of the best waiters I've ever had. He really took the time to talk to us and make sure we got what we wanted. You can sample different salsas made locally in New Mexico. Great ambience as well, as it's a modern restaurant inside a historic hotel.

    Chile tasting. Joe Baca Green, Big Jim Red, and Christmas Roast
    Natasha A.

    We loved everything here! The Chile flight is a must, try as many as possible, the Christmas Roast was my favorite. They come with delicious handmade tortillas. The Brazilian Limeade, NM Poutine, Enchiladas, Arroz con Leche, and the Peppermint Rose Chai were all great! Excellent meal, worth a visit. We loved the hotel as well, such beautiful architecture and very calming. The 3rd Hilton every built, the 1st one outside of Texas. Our waiter Antonio was very knowledgeable and welcoming as well. We enjoyed our meal here thoroughly. Worth every penny. Parking is street, valet, or garage. I called ahead and made a reservation the day of, highly recommend since they were packed.

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    Whitney I.

    Phenomenal food, amazing service with Marina!!! My new favorite restaurant. We forgot to take pictures of our food just the end of our dessert!

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    Janine D.

    This restaurant is located on the ground floor of a beautiful Hilton Hotel adjacent to the ABQ Convention Center. I was there for breakfast. The service was impeccable....our every need/want attended to promptly. I had the delicious Strawberry French Toast, made on a brioche bread. I did add scrambled eggs to my order for a bit of protein. Perfectly prepared and fluffy, it was a nice addition.

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    David D.

    Really good service at the bar. The bartender recommended the smash burger and it was excellent!!!

    The service and ambiance here are amazing and such an incredible spot for a date night! Marina was our service and she was so friendly, helpful & attentive. We will definitely be back!

    Delicious water for the table.
    Zenobia C.

    The food was amazing! It was a special evening and we wanted to try a restaurant we hadn't been to before. Our server, Chris took exceptional care of us which made our experience even more special. I could tell that Char is not a usual restaurant and not overly designed. IMHO, the ambiance is close to European simple design. Nothing gaudy here. I'll be back just to sit comfortably at the bar. Elevated New Mexican cuisine.

    Tim S.

    Pretty darn good. We just got into down, checked into our place, and couldnt wait to take our uber to the Char. We had heard good things about this new spot in town and had high hopes. The entry was inviting as we arrived. A guy was playing some acoustic guitar at the entrance. After a short wait we got our table in their beautiful large room. Out attentive server was on top of things and had our order out pronto. I had gotten a few small dishes, starting with a flight of salsas. That was fun. Then the green chili stew and mushroom tostadas came out. Both were fantastic. The beverages were very good. And overall we had a nice time. It's already one of the best spots in town.

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    3 months ago

    Josh was the BEST server!! He had great recommendations, attentive service, and a great attitude! Will definitely be back!! Thank you Josh !

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    For the price, the food was not up to par. Lacked seasoning and flavor. I had no complaints with the service.

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    Great food! The food was great and I really enjoyed the dessert presentation, it was impressive and fun! Thank you!!

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    Food was fabulous. Our server Antonio was attentive and meticulous. Highly recommend!

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    5 months ago

    You cannon miss this Dining Experience!!! Lived here two years and this has been the best!!!!

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    Food was delicious, service was great. Marina took really good care of us. Answered a plethora of questions!

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    The food was great. We got a bunch of appetizers. Every one was delicious. And our server, Chris, was perfect. Lovely dinner.

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    Fantastic food, service, and ambiance. I recommend the New York Strip, mushrooms, and esquites! Thank you Marina!

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    Marina was so kind and welcoming. She made us feel right at home and the food was amazing. would highly recommend

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    All of the Sauces tasted amazing. Marina made great recommendations, she really made the experience amazing!

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    My server was Jesse, best service ever! Best food, best taste, best atmosphere! best everythin!

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    Helena was my server and she was fantastic!! Enthusiastic and kind. She made excellent recommendations. The food was fantastic!!

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