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Flying Star Café

3.4 (181 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Dogs allowed

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Large Mexican latte
Kim D.

One of my preferred Flying Star locations in Albuquerque. They always have friendly staff, a large dining room with lots of tables and power outlets, and consistently delicious food. They have a decent size parking lot and some surrounding street parking, but can get full especially on the weekends. If you're in a rush, they have a good mobile app to make ordering and using rewards easy. Enjoy and happy branching!

Sara P.

Very cool Place to hang out and get work done or chat with your friends. Solid offering for food and the fruit drinks were great. I will definitely go back to try some more items on the menu.

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Julie T.

Nice eclectic fresh food restaurant that's order at the counter. Delicious looking desserts in their bakery case and a wide selection of teas and other beverages. So glad I stopped here. Will definitely be back the grilled fish tacos were great and the Keylime pie excellent

Leslie W.

I was tired of eating at the hotel during my Covid era work visit to Albuquerque. So I ventured out. I am a retro diner fiend and this place caught my eye. Glad it did. Order at the counter, get your number and wait for your plate. The food is upscale diner good. Fresh ingredients, cooked to order. Nice sized helpings. Came out pretty fast! The French dip I had was packed with beef. The au jus was plentiful - I hate little cups. I want it to soak that bread! And their slaw was creamy tart and tasty. But I going back for breakfast. The lunch menu was tasty and the coffee made to order is a bonus. However the breakfast looked to die for! Look, it's not on a top 10 list or a Triple D show. But this is a solid diner experience.

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Tina L.

Very Clean great food ---and wonderful service!! Best salad!!! I visit many locations but this one on Menaul has the freshest food!! And best chefs and friendliest employees

Jeanie V.

This stewpot chicken beat all my expectations! Their burgers are also the best. They have amazing service and the store itself has a great vibe. I love this place and will keep coming back

Fish and chips
Amaya M.

Usually I am a big fan of flying star, but this busy left me underwhelmed. The food took about 20 minutes to get to the table after ordering. I had the fish and chips and thought it was just alright. My partner had the rise and shine which fell apart before he was able to take a single bite. It was fairly busy but the waitstaff did a good job keeping tables clean and anticipating needs. Overall a nice casual place but a bit overpriced for the experience.

Vegan street tacos! Aloha Pineapple : fruit blended drink

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Good food but overpriced. Wish there more options for food under $15 a meal. Your staff is nice and the atmosphere is great

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Place is amazing food was fresh hot and amazing khaled was an amazing chef and a very sexy guy will definitely be coming back again.

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I ordered a bread pudding and asked the girl to heat it up and she said we don't do that on to go orders unbelievable

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This is a great place to hang out in the morning, drink endless cups of coffee, maybe do some work. The food is quite good.

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Good food and service with foods to fit all ppl give it a try Need better parking l

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Cheese cake, is cheese cake served here?

Yes! We have a Turtle Cheesecake: Rich vanilla cheesecake infused with caramel, with a buttery graham cracker crust. Topped with chocolate ganache, thick ribbons of homemade caramel, & toasted pecans.

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The Grove Cafe & Market - Croque Madame

The Grove Cafe & Market

4.4(1.6k reviews)
5.1 mi•Downtown
•$$

I hadn't been to the Grove in quite some time and I'm happy to say it is still the same incredible…read moreplace it always was. The parking is a bit crazy, they do have someone trying to help direct traffic through the parking lot. If you don't want to brave that though, there's plenty of street parking. It's busy but there's a lot of indoor and outdoor seating and the turnover pace is pretty good. Things can be a bit loud if you hit the crowded times, but really it's a popular spot for good reason. I got the sweet potato hash and it had the perfect mix of veggies and eggs and was cooked just right. I also tried one of their tea blends and it really hit the spot. The staff is all very friendly and helpful as well and the food comes out quickly. Anyway, great experience as always at the Grove!

I wanted to love The Grove Cafe & Market in Albuquerque, but ultimately, the experience left a lot…read moreto be desired. To start with the positive: the space itself is really cool. It has a modern, bright, aesthetic vibe with marble-style tables, clean decor, and a great atmosphere to sit and hang out. Visually, it checks all the boxes for a trendy brunch spot. The staff were very kind and went out of their way to be helpful and attentive to all guests. Unfortunately, the food and value simply don't match the ambiance. We ordered two straightforward breakfast plates and iced coffees, and the bill came out to around $40--which feels way too expensive for what actually ends up on your plate. The first dish was a basic breakfast sandwich on an English muffin served with a small side ramekin of kale salad. While the presentation was neat, the sandwich itself was fairly standard and underwhelming for the price tag. The second plate was a traditional breakfast layout featuring scrambled eggs, toast, bacon, jam, and the same small kale side. The eggs were cooked fine and the bacon was crisp, but there was nothing unique or memorable about the flavors to justify charging high-end prices for staple breakfast ingredients.  All in all, while the aesthetic and atmosphere are definitely inviting, paying $40 for two plain breakfast plates leaves a sour taste. If you're looking for an impressive food experience to match the high price point, you might end up

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The Grove Cafe & Market - Breakfast sandwich ($11) with iced coffee

Breakfast sandwich ($11) with iced coffee

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Central Grill and Coffee House - Chilaquiles

Central Grill and Coffee House

4.5(1.3k reviews)
6.6 mi•Old Town
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We had a great meal here. We went to the balloon festival in the morning, then did a Breaking Bad…read moreself guided thing afterwards. The Jesse Pinkman house is right around the corner from here! We ordered our food at the counter the. Went to sit in the covered outdoor area. The food was phenomenal. I had an BYO omelette that was massive and so good. Everyone else enjoyed their food too. Great little stop on Route 66!

I absolutely love this place. I've been here a handful of times now, and every visit has been a…read moregood one. The kids are happy, I'm happy, and honestly, that's a successful breakfast in my book. The only downside is the limited seating. It's a smaller location, so it can fill up quickly, especially during the breakfast rush. If you happen to come during a really busy time, you may have to wait a bit to find a table. That said, I don't think it takes away from the experience you just have to time it right. We usually come for breakfast since they're open for breakfast and lunch, and this time I tried the Grande burrito. And let me tell you, "Grande" is not an exaggeration. That is a LOT of food. I got the bacon-smothered burrito with red chile, and it was delicious. Unfortunately, I could not finish it. I do wish there was something between the Grande and Junior because the Grande is a serious commitment, and I'm not sure the Junior would be enough. I'll have to try it next time and find out. My daughter ordered the steak sandwich, which comes with an Angus sirloin steak on Texas toast. It looked a little wild when it came out, but she ate it and said it was delicious, so apparently the presentation was just part of the experience. My son got the sausage, egg and cheese biscuits. He ate the whole thing, so clearly he approved. His only complaint was that the biscuit kept falling apart, but considering he's a little kid, I'm going to blame that one on the user rather than the biscuit. The staff has always been friendly during our visits. On this particular morning, a gentleman came around several times to refill our house coffee, which I always appreciate. Good service and a full coffee cup go a long way. And if you're into pastries and coffee, they have plenty of options. I've tried their blueberry muffin, and it is divine. They also have different baked scones, and I've had their lattes and macchiatos, which have all been really good. I still need to come back during the lunch hours because there are several things I want to try. The hot beef sundae caught my attention, and the Philly also looked really good. There are so many different options that I feel like I could keep coming back and ordering something different every time. This is definitely the kind of place where you can stop in, grab something really good, enjoy a little coffee, and get on with your morning. It's casual, welcoming, and consistently good. Limited seating is really my only complaint. Otherwise, I've been here multiple times and have yet to leave disappointed. Definitely a must-try!

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Central Grill and Coffee House - Carne Adovada B'fast Burrito - Christmas :)

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Tia B's La Waffleria - Bacon and egg Waffels, and manderin orange sour cream waffels.

Tia B's La Waffleria

4.0(799 reviews)
3.5 mi•Nob Hill
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Before visiting, I called with a question about the restaurant's name change. The person who…read moreanswered was incredibly helpful and patiently explained that only the name had changed, which I appreciated. For our meal, we ordered two Chicken & Waffles plates, a Blue Corn Lavender Waffle, and a kids' plate. The Chicken & Waffles were the highlight of the meal, offering a satisfying balance of sweet and savory flavors. The Blue Corn Lavender Waffle was a unique touch and a fun way to try something distinctly New Mexican. Neither my wife nor I cared for the drip coffee, so we asked a staff member if we could swap it out for double espressos. They were happy to accommodate us, and the espresso was a significant improvement. The service was friendly, and the staff made a positive first impression from the phone call all the way through our visit. For our family, the total came to about $80, which felt a little steep. We ended up eating inside since the patio tables were either occupied or unavailable (due to a sleeping homeless person). The restaurant is housed in a renovated older home, and they've done a nice job making the most of the space. One of my favorite touches was the collection of retro waffle makers displayed along the walls, which added a fun, nostalgic charm to the atmosphere. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, and I'd happily return to explore more of the menu.

I haven't been here since they moved to the new spot and renamed. Guess it's been quite a while…read more(Waffletopia now). Anyway, I was super excited to try their blue corn waffles. I had to pick between savory and sweet, and the menu is huge with lots of options plus build your own! I went for savory and got it with goat cheese and spinach (built my own). It was delightful. The blue corn is just a tinge sweet so was an interesting mix. The waffle is a decent size but is super filling and dense. I'll have to try some sweet waffles or some different waffle bases next time! That said there are lots of gluten free options as well, so if that's for you, then don't hesitate to come check it out you won't be disappointed. There is indoor and outdoor seating, though in general the place is small-ish and can get crowded during busy times. Parking is also a bit of an adventure, but so is anywhere in that area. The staff is super friendly as well. All in all a great experience and I will be back. I can't believe it took me so long to get here in the first place!

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The waffles are huge!

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Brekki Brekki - Waffle n berries, yogurt parfait, oreo and cheesecake crepe

Brekki Brekki

3.9(276 reviews)
1.0 mi•Business Parkway/Academy Acres
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Locally owned & operated
Outdoor seating

Adorable little restaurant. Decor makes me want to wear fairy wings when I go there…read more Food is always delicious. Savory breakfasts that make you want to come Cabo again and again. And they have a full bar!!

First visit. 9:30 on a Friday morning. The parking lot is crazy. Cramped is a nice way to…read moredescribe it. Interior is ok but very loud. Conversation s would be difficult. We sat outside but not the patio. The back yard was very nice. Trees, grass, serene with tables under a big tent structure. Wait staff: Leo was very good, beverage s came quickly, requests met with a smile. I had a problem with my meal and he saw the problem right away. Food: well, here's the second issue fir me. I had the traditional Benny. I read the good review. The first eggs were hard boiled. I could have made deviled eggs. But Leo got them remade and broght out with very little wait. The kale salad was good and I really liked the pickled onion in it. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and were very tasty. But the main dish, the Benny, was so disappointing. The sauce was on the sweet side and it tasted like sweet cream with no other distinguishing flavors. It was also very thin. I prefer a more traditional flavor, a more flavorful flavor if you will. It was just so bland! If this is their standard benny...well, just disappointed. I usually try a place at least a couple of times and different food but I'm not sure I would bother here as the terrible parking lot, loud interior, and frankly inferior Benny makes me wonder about their other offerings. It's close to home and I really wanted to like it but no. Prices are on the high side but if the food is good that is not a deal breaker. Three stars because of bland Benny and bad parking lot.

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Bananas Foster French Toast

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Mimosa Flights

Brekki Brekki - Breakfast burrito with sausage, smothered with red and green chile

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Breakfast burrito with sausage, smothered with red and green chile

Knead - Interior

Knead

4.3(76 reviews)
5.7 mi•Downtown
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Oof. Swing and a hard miss for me…read more Ordered: -The Mimosa - waaaaaaaaaay too sweet. I actually couldn't finish it. I had to order a prosecco and combine it with the mimosa because it was way too much super sweet orange juice -The Cajun Lion's Mane - the hollandaise was absolutely way too sour. I mean...it was bad. Like, really bad. Not only was it just awful, but my entire meal was drowning in it. Next, the coconut crusted lion's mane was absolutely inedible. It tasted more like a different part of the lion, if you know what I mean. I just didn't eat it past two bites. The asparagus was inconsistent (some smaller mushy stalks and some large uncooked crunchy stalks). The toast would have been fine but the amount of pesto on it was atrocious. I scraped most of it off...I mean there was a MOUND of it. The egg was fine (opted for regular). All in all it was just a piece of toast with an egg DROWNING in sour vegan hollandaise and pesto with asparagus and an inedible fried mushroom thing. And to say 'thing' is even offensive to 'things.' Upside! The place is cute and the people I went with seemed to really enjoy their meals! So take my review with a grain of salt. Maybe it just wasn't for me?

They have the maple pecan donut back for fall and it is delicious. We also tried the pumpkin donut…read moreand it didn't disappoint! We were planning on stopping for lunch but heads up they now only serve their pasties, drinks and now burritos. The rest of the menu is gone. So this trip we just stuck to the donuts!

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