This place is so cute! We love Lily and Liam Bistro and we have been here to Upscale Rio one other…read moretime but we forget about it as it's back behind a bunch of businesses off of 528. If you know where Hot Tamales is, go behind it and hit Upscale Rio! First of all, this place has so many options of what I'd call comfort food and everything is good! They have shakes, desserts, yummy starters, mac and cheese, burgers and much more! What's my favorite thing? So many items are gluten free!! Hallelujah!! Even the burgers can be ordered with a gluten free bun! We also had a super sweet waitress! I had to go gluten free last fall and it really cut down on us eating out as most places have little to no options. Here, MOST things are gluten free!! Like what you may ask? Well, today I had chicken fried chicken, green chile gravy, mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables- a medley of corn, Lima beans ,bell peppers and red onions. They use a gluten free rice flour and the batter on the chicken was crispy and delicious!! They are also super generous with their portions so I took half of my food home and can't wait for dinner! I also had a double chocolate shake and a cold brew. They proudly brew Whispering Bean Coffee which is super tasty! My husband had the Green Chile Chicken Pot Pie and really enjoyed it and ate every bite! My mother in law had the Basic Cheddar Burger with fresh cut fries and raved about it. She also had a Key Lime Pie Shake. No photo of this, sorry! They normally have a gluten free fruit cobbler but they were out. I'll be back to try that for sure! All I know is I found a place that has super tasty gluten free options that I can't find anywhere else. I love you Upscale Rio! I'll be sharing this with all my gluten free friends! See you soon!! XOXO

Nice to see a local spot on Rio Rancho get some good attention. Came in with my son who ordered the…read morecheeseburger. Needless to say the burger didn't last long on his plate. Burger was cooked well and was filled with flavor! I got the steak fingers after reading reviews and unfortunately they were not good. The Steak fingers were covered in oil and tasted like the oil they were cooked in may have been older. The fries, shakes and service though were good!! I'll return but I'll get a burger instead.

Great food. Excellent service. Interesting and elegant ambience. The Tasting Menu was a unique…read moreexperience. I would definitely go here again and take friends

Great meal. Wife and I were there for our 12 year anniversary. The ambience was romantic and the…read morefood was extremely good. Our cook (working directly under the chef) seemed to have soft, well-manicured, and expertly moisturized hands.

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.

We had brunch here today and had a great experience!…read more Before going, I called to ask about their gluten-free options. The woman who answered the phone was friendly and knowledgeable. She explained that they have a dedicated fryer for their chicken wings and fries, offer gluten-free hamburger buns, and other gluten-free options. That gave me the confidence to give them a try. When we arrived, we grabbed a table on the patio and then ordered. We shared the loaded breakfast fries (without the chile since it isn't gluten-free), and they were delicious. I ordered the Greek salad with grilled chicken, which was fresh and flavorful. My gluten-free daughter had the barbecue chicken wings and fries, and my gluten-free son ordered the huevos rancheros without the chile. My husband had the regular huevos rancheros. The server who took our order seemed to be new, but another woman, possibly the owner or manager, was extremely friendly, answered all of our questions. As someone with celiac disease, that level of knowledge and willingness to answer questions means a lot. Everything we ordered was delicious. We'll definitely be back!

Have we got a surprise for you today? Turns out that they snuck in a new restaurant in our little…read morevillage of Corrales. It's actually been open for a few months, but it is not obvious. No Competition occupies the kitchen spaces at the newly renovated Sandia Bar. To our embarrassment and amazement, we stumbled across it - look for signs to the Sandia Bar at the corner of W. Ella and Corrales Road. Are we glad we did. Order and pick up at the outdoor counter adjacent to the parking lot. No seating in the actual restaurant, but you are more than welcome to go into the Sanda Bar or use one of their numerous outdoor tables. The friendly staff at the bar are used to this arrangement. While you are there, have a drink in the Sandia Bar and look at what they have done to make what was once the local "biker bar" hangout into an upscale drinking emporium. And best of all, this is our new "best in New Mexico" burger joint. Simply the best. We also tried out the Mahi Mahi fish tacos and fish and chips. Highly recommended and best of all, its in our backyard. Check out our YouTube video report. https://youtu.be/2Z0Xkdf05rw?si=1t5zHP29uwkPia_H

The food was delicious and the service was on point! We had a party of 17 and they made every…read moreeffort to accommodate us. Our waiter was wonderful!

Early "Happy Hour" visit to the crow today Between lunch and…read moredinner hours they are open, but the menu is abbreviated We were focused on cocktails, crab cakes and their famous Catalina salad Now this salad is not on the abbreviated menu, but we asked if this salad could be had, and they graciously accepted our request. I added grilled shrimp as a protein and completed this dish as a meal....this salad is like no other and paired perfectly with the crab cakes Left full and happy with zero regrets Very nice staff, they are commendable Keep up the great work Indigo Crow Top tip....use your phone navigation and slow down when you get close,to enter the proper back parking lot.....kinda tricky without your phone

Friendly service, awesome menu and flavors…read more My coworker brought me here during a business trip and I loved it so much I came back before heading back to Phoenix. The first time I got the breakfast bagel which was great but I couldnt stop thinking about the japanese milk bread french toast. It was worth the trip back.

Amazing food so so yummy you can tell the ingredients are fresh my girlfriend loved her plate I…read moreloved mine and oh my the chocolate cake is so good too. Ambience is nice we loved sitting in the comfy booth and Sel our waitress was very sweet and attentive. We need more people with customer service like hers. Very genuine! Would definitely recommend this place. 10/10

THE biggest hidden gem in Albuquerque. Get a reservation, go with the family, and enjoy yourself…read more The food is fresh, and the menu even tells you where it is sourced from. To take it one step farther, you can even walk in the gardens and see where some of your food is grown. Importantly, the food is insanely tasty. I split the salmon and barramundi, both of which were cooked to perfection and paired with FRESH sides. I could eat here every day of my life. The place is cute, mostly outdoor seating with a great view for sunset. Lots of fairy lights, adobe infrastructure - very ABQ. The menu rotates seasonally, but I am confident there is never a bad dish. Notably, they only serve beer and wine, no cocktails. Still, a great place for a night out, if a bit expensive.

You can't go wrong with a restaurant that features local farmers in every meal they make. Chef and…read morehis team make outstanding dishes to fuel the soul. You leave there feeling happy and fulfilled knowing that hard working hands helped nourish your body. The staff is outstanding as well as the food. The desserts are epic and unique. If you have the opportunity to make a reservation, do it. I promise you won't be disappointed. If you're there during the day, take a stroll on the beautiful grounds. Follow their page, go to a special dinner on the farm, buy a gift box, enjoy what wonderful things Farm and Table has to offer.

Little Gems is such a great find. It's located inside a center where you can eat, relax, and even…read moreenjoy a drink, which makes the whole experience feel like a fun little food court vibe. The space is clean, welcoming, and easy to hang out in. The bowls are customizable with your choice of protein. We usually go with tofu, but they also offer chicken or steak, so there are solid options for everyone. The staff was more than willing to walk us through the menu. Everything came out fast, the prices were affordable, and the flavors were on point. 9/10 recommend.

I brought my mom here on a Monday around 1pm for lunch. It was very difficult to find, but we found…read moreit. The atmosphere was bustling with people in business attire. It was extremely busy and loud. I didn't wait in line to order, but it took them 50 minutes to prepare our salads. The service wasn't very friendly or helpful at first. I'm hoping it was because they were so busy. We had to leave 10 minutes after getting our salads so I had to take most of it home which was disappointing. On a good note, the salads were amazing. They were the best salads I've ever tasted which I why I'm giving three stars instead of less. My mom ordered the 505 Cobb and they forgot her chicken which was frustrating after waiting for nearly an hour. However, they did make up for it by making her extra chicken! And their chicken was absolutely delicious!! I ordered Persephone's Lunch which was outstanding. I added chicken to it which made it nearly $20 for a bowl salad. The seating is open and you order and sit down wherever you can find. The seating is hard on your backside and uncomfortable, especially when waiting for so long. The salads and fresh ingredients are delectable. If I ever return, it will be a to go order that is put in very early. Cheers!

The ambiance was terrific, the wait staff friendly and helpful and the food downright delicious…read more We'll return for certain!

What a great place to stop for breakfast or lunch in Corrales! A friendly, clean and welcoming…read morerestaurant to enjoy your meal. I had the eggs Benedict (light) with fresh fruit. It was very tasty and fruit was nice. They have inside and outside dining. A very roomy place with nice atmosphere. Staff were attentive and friendly. Cost for meal was reasonable as well. This restaurant has a nice history and glad they are still going strong. If you have a chance to visit, please do and go to the antique and consignment shop across the way to walk off your delicious food you just had.

Once again, went to dinner at Joe's Pasta House for dinner and had an absolutely amazing meal…read more Had the Chicken Francese...it was cooked to perfection. Delicioso! My husband had the Chicken Parmigiana. I have to say it was the most tender but yet crispy absolutely the best chicken parmigiana I have EVER had. The sauce was sweet...once again...perfection. Our waiter Tim was very attentive and entertaining. Thank You Joe

Ordered chicken parm got chicken strips in watery sauce. Joes cuts corners and was just plain awful…read moretonight. Hubs had spaghetti & meatballs meatballs no flavor. We are giving up on them. Worst Italian food, very disrespectful to serve this to your customers. How people can eat here is beyond me they have fallen so far.