Really solid food! The parking was a bit hard and sketch but hopefully it won't be a problem when you're in and out. The cinnamon roll which is apparently famous is pretty good and very soft from what I remember. I was so full and drove away happy! read more

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Man, what a spot to visit and try! I went here twice while on vacation in Albuquerque because I just couldn't get over how good the food was! This place has been around since 1971, and it definitely has that old-school charm and vibe. The Frontier Burrito is a very smart choice -- packed with flavor and absolutely delicious! And whatever you do, save room for a cinnamon roll! Order it after your meal so it can be freshly warmed up, and let me tell you... CHEF'S KISS! As for the dining experience, you order your food at the counter, find a table, and wait for your number to pop up on the little overhead screen (shown in my photos). There are about three different dining areas, each with its own unique decor and character. Once your order is ready, you pick it up at the end of the counter where you ordered, grab your utensils from the utensil station, and dig in! They even have bussers walking around to collect your plates when you're finished, making the whole experience easy and convenient. The food, the atmosphere, the history -- everything about this place makes it worth a visit! Albuquerque, you've got a gem here. I can definitely see why this place has been around for so long, and I only wish we had something like it back home! read more

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"Quick local and general faves right by UNM campus!" Came here at 12:30pm on a Monday-- the place was HOPPING. There was a long line to order at the counter. Still, I was impressed that the line moved fast, and that we were able pretty quickly to sit at a table for 4. The place looks like a barn from the outside, but the inside is quite large and inviting, where you order at a counter, see when your number is ready per screens, and pick up your food. I ordered the green chile cheeseburger and a side-salad with thousand island dressing. I also had a few bites of my girlfriend's sweet roll. Food was ready in under 10 minutes despite the incredibly large number of people ordering. The salad portion was pretty big-- I didn't expect that at the price of something like $4. It was good-- pretty standard lettuce/ tomato/ etc., but nothing wilted and no stems. The burger was delicious. It was a little hard to eat since the green chile sauce had made the bread pretty wet and was dripping all around. But the burger was good, the sauce excellent, and the accompaniments on the burger also fresh and tasty. The bite of the sweet roll-- wow. LOTS of butter, but man, did it taste good! The place was pretty clean overall for a large diner-like place. A nice lady came and took our trash, and the restroom seemed like it'd been maintained. To be clear, the place was hardly spotless, but when you're feeding that many people, it'd be impossible to be so. Price was great. Very inexpensive. I'd heard good things about this place, and having sampled, I get it. For a quick, easy, decent quality lunch by campus, it's hard to imagine better. read more

We stopped at Frontier Restaurant in Albuquerque during our cross-country road trip, and it was such a fun local experience! The restaurant has a unique Southwestern atmosphere and a lot of character. We enjoyed trying the New Mexican flavors, and the portions were generous and satisfying. Everything felt casual, affordable, and very local. I can see why Frontier has been an Albuquerque favorite for so many years. If you're visiting Albuquerque and looking for a classic local food stop with a laid-back atmosphere, and friendly services, this is definitely worth checking out! Albuquerque, New Mexico Great stop for travelers exploring the city! https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8T9jtLH/ read more

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Shout out to Elite Yelping friend Renee for recommending this amazing establishment. I had no idea it existed. Renee noticed I was visiting the ABQ and suggested I try the delicious sweet rolls. OMG! They are so yummy! As soon I walked into the restaurant I immediately felt a great vibe. I arrived after a morning workout and was hungry for breakfast so I ordered the #2 breakfast plate which came with one egg, hash browns and carne adovada. A fresh warm tortilla was also included. Man, there is nothing better than a hand made tortilla! They also have red and green chili salas which is a perfect condiment to any breakfast meal. All of this plus a cup of Joe for $15! Amazing! read more

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Well priced! Awesome customer service! Well flavored food! Daily specials! Free chile/beans for dine in (not sure as I didn't eat there)! Spacious! Free parking! It's a hit for me. I ordered the cinnamon roll, frozen horchata, green chile stew (comes with a warm tortilla), and adovada taco. The total comes out to less than $20! In this economy?! That's amazing. The most expensive item of my item was the iced horchata, which was good. The food still takes the spotlight though. The cinnamon roll could use a TINY bit more cinnamon and brown sugar, but is still pretty good. I'd definitely come back here. read more

Frontier - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Good food. New Mexican cuisine and good OL American dishes served late night. Clean helpful and always delicious. Fresh tortillas always great love their chicken green chile soup. And the burgers. Been around forever serving students across from UNM Campus great convenience. My company loves to get lunch there or their sister store Golden Pride. read more

Frontier - My company recommends frontier or Golden Pride. Thank you all for always supporting our community and the great food and service. - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

We stopped by Frontier Restaurant in Nob Hill for breakfast and had a great experience! I ordered two eggs with hash browns and toast, along with an iced coffee. My husband had eggs, sausage, hash browns, and toast with an orange juice. Everything came out hot, fresh, and cooked perfectly. The eggs were just right, the hash browns had a nice crisp to them, and the portions were filling without being over the top. My iced coffee was also a great addition to breakfast. Frontier is such a classic Albuquerque spot with a casual, no-frills atmosphere and really good comfort food. We both really enjoyed our breakfast and would definitely come back! read more

Frontier - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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We wanted to try New Mexico cuisine and this place was solid good. I had a combo plate with an enchilada with green and red salsa (called Christmas style), a taco, beans and rice. The place has a nostalgic vibe, it's big and clean. Service was fast. I would come back to try something else. read more

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It seems like this place has been around forever. I remember passing by this restaurant as a kid and seeing the wagon wheel chandeliers from the road. Directly across the street from University of New Mexico's main entrance, this place is packed when school is in session. This place is huge, but not at first glance. Walk into the retro-looking, Western themed dining room, and you'll see a huge menu board above the order counter. There is are several freestyle soda machines in the middle of the room. There are little digital screens in the corner where you watch for your order number and a counter in the corner where you go pick up your food. It's not until you go into the next room that you discover there is another "next room," and then another. There is a lot of art on the walls, including several John Wayne pictures. The girl at the counter who took our order was an absolute ray of sunshine--so friendly and sweet. We ordered the green chili cheeseburger with onion rings and the daily special which is the "green pile-up" (beans, hash browns, scrambled egg, and green chili beef). The good came our talented quickly, and was quite yummy. Frontier is an Albuquerque classic. If it old? Yes, but it has a huge faithful following, not including the things of UNM students that pack this giant diner during the school year. It may not be a "must try" for some, but if you want Albuquerque nostalgia, this is your place. Btw--it's pretty darn cheap,! read more

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Frontier is definitely not a secret. The lines to place your order wrap around the restaurant. The good news is they have the process down to a science and it took maybe 10-15 minutes to receive our food. The complimentary hot green chili to smother your food with is a great touch! Just wish they had some complimentary tortilla chips. The interior is large and spacious. Even though fully packed, it wasn't difficult to fine a table. A definite stop to make for an authentic Mexican meal. read more

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Yes, I get the hype, and in my opinion, totally worth it! I came here on a Sunday night and they were very busy. The place is huge so they have plenty of tables available. I stood on line to order for maybe 10 minutes or so. I had the Carne Adovada Burrito, one soft Beef Taco, and rice and beans. Everything was excellent and tasted delicious. The price was very reasonable. I wish we had a restaurant like this on Long Island. read more

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Every time I visit Albuquerque this stop is a must. One word' "Adovado"! They have a classic version of the Cinnamon Roll and some non-chili options. I however don't know why anyone would want that. read more

It's kind of a dive, but the food was good. Solid diner food. I would go back if I was in the area. .

Cinnamon rolls are warm and delicious (4/5 stars when fresh, 2/5 stars if you wait until the end of the meal after letting it sit out). Tacos and burritos are spicy hot, but the green chili in the Frontier burrito is a little milder than jalapeños. However, the food at chipotle is better :( I think this restaurant has lots of good reviews because it's next to the University of New Mexico campus, and $12/burrito is cheap considering they allow study groups M-F. read more

An absolute Albuquerque staple and a must go. Just a great spot for breakfast lunch or dinner a place where all the locals go. Been going here for years due to their consistency. I usually get breakfast but know the lunch/dinner menu is just as good. Staff has always been friendly and don't forget they do close at 2am but reopen a few hours later. read more

Frontier - 2 egg breakfast plate - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Best breakfast burritos I've ever had. They just have the perfect proportions of everything and it all goes so well together. The value is great, no notes. I also tried their green Chile burger which was fine, tasted like a whopper. The honeybun was ok, sort of dry. And the carne adovada tacos were cheap and pretty tasty. But really, the best thing about this restaurant and the reason I gave it 5 stars is for the breakfast burrito which is phenomenal. read more

The Frontier is a staple in the University area in Albuquerque. That large warm buttery cinnamon roll. I had not been to the Frontier in probably 10 years. The menu looked upgraded. Lots of soda options and all the cool decor in every room. Same calling system when your food is ready. Felt like stepping back in time. Lite Huevos Ranchero's with red chili it was just enough to fill my belly. Great company, great service. The place was clean and workers constantly cleaning. Cinnamon roll wasn't as good as I remembered. Maybe because I waited too long after the microwave warm up. read more

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You know, when I think about the Frontier, I think about their burritos, tacos, green chile stew, and carne adovada. These are all solid choices; basically, everything on the menu is solid. Their green chile competes with the best. They are known throughout the land for their sweet rolls (cinnamon rolls). But I always forget about their breakfast dishes ... and their hamburgers. I don't even know what the Copy Cat is, except guessing that it's a vegetarian alternative? So finally, I recently went to the Frontier specifically to try one of their breakfasts. It was the #1: two eggs (scrambled), hash browns, bacon, and whole wheat toast (instead of the flour tortilla). It's just a basic breakfast, but there's a reason it's on the menu of probably every restaurant in the US. They offer carne adovada as one of the meat options. It always sounds like a lot more food, but it probably isn't overwhelming in this dish. I loved the meal. They know how to make scrambled eggs right (though no one can top my dad's). The hash browns were perfect, and the bacon was outstanding. True confessions: I still need to try their burgers. Next time! The food is worth it, and the price is reasonable since it's across the street from UNM, and mostly students go here. The service has always been great. I like how you have to wait for the green light to turn on before walking up to one of the many cashiers to place your order. I like the down-to-earth atmosphere of a college-centric, oversized, divey diner, with its booths and oddly placed stools at some tables. The place is a legend. read more

Frontier - Breakfast plate #1 with scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, and whole wheat toast - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Another good example of a great place that we have been to before and enjoyed going back again (and again). Everyone knows the Frontier, but did you all know that there are just a few days between the end of classes at UNM and the start of new classes, when you can actually get a place to park in their lots? We didn't either, but we found out and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves walking up to the counter without having to wait in line for the terrific food and reasonable prices. Great food, efficient bussing service, and a thoroughly interesting ambiance tilted heavily towards John Wayne. Highly recommended (again) and with a new YouTube video review from the boys at the VA Creative Writing Group. https://youtu.be/3qr4vfk-eWg?si=L-k-g5mexWa6MU62 read more

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EVERYONE LOVES FRONTIER!! This iconic counter service restaurant is nearly an entire city block long and has been whipping up some of the best food in Albuquerque for generations! Literally! Each of the 5 rooms holds a special charm. The decor is everything you'd expect from a place called "Frontier" - complete with multiple paintings of John Wayne. Do yourself a favor and order a famous sweet roll and snap a selfie with Mr. Wayne in the far back room. Pull up a chair and stay a while - everything on the menu is affordable and delicious. Make sure you check out the tortilla machine and bring home a sack of fresh ones hot off the press! Frontier is our first stop anytime we pick up friends and family from the Airport. It's the best way to kick off a trip to the 505! read more

Stepping into Frontier is like stepping back in time. I've been coming to Frontier for close to 30 years and get an instant feeling of Nostalgia everything I come go eat here. One thing that never changes is the food. My go to is the Huevos Rancheros Christmas style, with hashbrowns and a medium fresh squeezed OJ. All of the food is great to be honest and the service is fast and friendly. Frontier is a must stop for anyone visiting from out of town looking for good New Mexican food with an authentic South West vibe. read more

I don't think Frontier has the best food in New Mexico, but it's definitely an Albuquerque staple and worth a visit for the experience alone. It's fascinating to see how smoothly the whole system runs! Don't be intimidated by the long lines. They move fast, and there are even signs showing estimated wait times depending on where you're standing. There's plenty of parking in the back, and tables are cleaned quickly between guests. We decided to share several items: the famous cinnamon roll, a breakfast burrito, carne adovada burrito, green chili hash browns, and the Frontier burrito. Since I can't handle spicy food, I asked for the chili sauce on the side for my breakfast burrito. Surprisingly, our favorite ended up being the carne adovada burrito which is the red chili-marinated pork, it had a bit of heat but was delicious! The green chili hash browns were also really tasty. The cinnamon roll, however, was a little bland, and the Frontier burrito felt too heavy. Service was quick and friendly, prices were affordable, and overall, it's a fun local experience you should try at least once when in Albuquerque. read more

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Te gusta! TBH, NM's food scene was underwhelming during my time there, and it was pretty disappointing to get food from the hearth that was more mediocre than the stuff we get on the East Coast. We ate from the border crossing past El Paso all the way to Taos, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque. And I'm sure we missed a ton of great places, but that being said, the places we did try... yikes! We rolled the dice on this place. At first I was like, "Great, another place that is going to give us a premade tortilla and some bland combination of stuff in the tortilla..." Now look... this is not a Michelin-starred place, nor is it Michelin-recommended. It's not going to be a spiritual experience. It's not going to make you think differently about a taco, an enchilada, or anything else on their massive menu. But this place has heart, soul, and there's a lot of hustle. The tortillas are made fresh, right there behind the counter (i.e., you can literally watch them crank them out), and that makes a ton of difference. The food is honest, without pretense: fast and affordable. The ambiance is equally without pretense -- college kids, working-class folks, families, academics... The food was simple, spartan, and honest. No frills. Not extraordinary, but above average for the context. There is an ASTOUNDING amount of variety on the menu, and the combinations are infinite. I very much enjoyed my meal, I very much enjoyed the people-watching, and I very much enjoyed the experience. This was perhaps the best meal I had in New Mexico -- the cheapest, and the most memorable. If this place was a beer, it would be one of those local lager/pilsners that is as cheap as a Pabst/Coors/Miller but punches up way past the pretentious IPA scene. Thanks Frontier. read more

2025 Albuquerque. Dinner review. New Mexican. Ordered: FRONTIER BURRITO beef, beans, green chile inside, green chile stew & cheese on top, w/rice & flour tortilla BREAKFAST BURRITO one egg, hash browns, cheddar cheese and green chile with CARNE ADOVADA GREEN CHILE STEW Frontier Sweet Roll Frozen horchata Overall, classic Albuquerque institution. "I'm a fan." read more

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Josue was very helpful. Love that they have a walk up window. Kitchen was hopping. Don't miss frozen or iced horchata. Retro look with drink machines in the center. Worth a stop for breakfast burritos. You can order online and pick up, too. read more

Walked by Frontier and couldn't resist grabbing the green Chile breakfast burrito. I love how they have their walk up window. Perfect option for when you are in a hurry and just need to grab and go. Frontier's employees got it going on when comes to quick and friendly service. Even with the breakfast rush, my burrito came out quick.. and as always so good. Gotta love this Nob Hill staple. read more

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Wow! We were really impressed with Frontier. It's in a sketch neighborhood, we were kinda worried seeing all the security. But forgot once we were inside. We were excited to try them out considering they've been the longest running restaurant. We ordered: Enchilada w/xmas sauce, red/green Bean/cheese burrito Frontier cheeseburger Green chile stew Fries Fresh tortillas OMG, everything was so damn good! We really appreciated the worker lady who was so attentive towards us. She was like a momma from another poppa! Frontier lived up to the hype and we could not believe how fast we got our food and how good it all was! read more

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This is a crazy gem to stumble on. Absolutely delicious breakfast burritos made with think cut bacon, fluffy eggs, and fresh made tortillas! Walk up or dine in but be ready to know what you want when you reach the counter. Inside you get your own drinks and condiments then, sit down and relax your food will be made fresh and arrive shortly. They have screens up to let you know where your order is in the queue. There's a nice crew that will buss and clean your table when you leave. These people are making great food! Not fancy but well worth it! read more

Frontier - Bacon breakfast burrito topped with extra green chilie (I asked for it smothered but I don't know that wasn't a thing) - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Read about this place in my book road food. It was not as good as their reviews, but it was pretty good. My green chili stew was very good. My wife ordered the tortilla soup which she said was OK. And I ordered the combo Mexican plate, which was just OK. The service was great. And this place is open till midnight. read more

I love the atmosphere of this place. the food is cheap and comes quick. there's approximately 1000 places to sit. just watching the people around you is part of the experience. i will return again and again read more

Frontier - Frontier Sweet Roll - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Frontier is a delightful Albuquerque classic. Well the line looks long when you enter, it moves fast and the food comes out promptly. The enchiladas were delicious and it was an overall great experience. A wonderful amount of food for the amount that you spend as well. I would certainly recommend stopping here if you're in Albuquerque for both the food and the experience! read more

Frontier - Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

This place was busy, but the line moved efficiently. I can see why it's as busy as it is! The food is glorious. Definitely coming back next time I'm in the ABQ. read more

Frontier - Huevos Rancheros & Western Hashbrowns - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

We were in the area and wanted to try this place. You wait in line to order and then find your table. The line moves pretty fast so don't get worried about how long the line is. My wife had the breakfast burrito and said it was very good. I had eggs and sausage and thought the sausage was something they would serve at a school. It's a very popular place but it's wouldn't make a special trip to eat there again read more

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Frontier is an NM staple. Great green Chile stew, hamburgers, their famous cinnamon rolls, hash browns with cheese and green chile and their delicious fresh made tortillas are enough to satisfy breakfast to late night cravings. The restaurant holds a huge art collection it's almost like being in a museum. It's always immaculate and the workers wear the old timey paper boat hats. read more

Loved it! Got the vegetarian burrito without cheese with the green chile and it came with an extra tortilla with a honey packet. The fluffy tortillas here are made fresh to order. I was told by the restaurant they are lard free but I heard elsewhere they might have dairy (I didn't ask at the restaurant). It was fun to watch the tortillas being made fresh! The green chile had some spice which we really enjoyed and the beans were very flavorful. I loved looking at the paintings in the different rooms in the big restaurant. read more

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I graduated from UNM. Of course I ate at the Frontier multiple times. Hungry? Poor? Eat here and leave satisfied and well fed.

The Frontier is a New Mexico treasure. In house fresh flour tortillas and prices have stayed reasonable for college kids across the street. I personally like to get the green chili stew with a cinnamon roll on the side. Combined ownership with the also successful Golden Pride establishments will ensure that it will be around for a long time. A must try. Always busy but they have plenty of parking. read more

Frontier - Menu October 2025 - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Haven't been here in so long but went here again this morning. My family still really love this place. Great place for breakfast burritos and orange juice. I got an omelette because I didn't want the tortilla. If they had sopapillas I'd be in heaven. Those a treat for me when I visit read more

Don't know why I walked in there again, well, I needed to use the restroom, so I thought I would try their tacos. Very water meat that sogs the crispy tortilla. Just like Taco Bell, yet the worst seasoning in the meat, heartburn that's for sure. read more

Frontier - not what I like in a New Mexican taco. I'll stick with Los Cuates or Cervantes. - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico