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    Los Compadres

    4.0 (208 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Marty S.

    We will not be back here. There were different prices just because it was to go. Then come to find out that they raised prices by $6. I understand that price is go up from time to time. The same plates we ordered before we're now six dollars more per plate. Relleno plate, taco burger plate. NOT WORTH IT. rather go to Little Anita's

    Maggie S.

    I'm always on the hunt for good menudo, and this place absolutely nailed it. They won best in the city--and honestly, that's no lie. The menudo tasted homemade: fresh, clean, and full of flavor. The tripe was perfectly cooked--not overly fatty--and they even included patas, for an extra charge. The rest of our group had enchiladas and everyone was impressed. The food all around was delicious. We were seated within five minutes, and the service was friendly and fun from start to finish. I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend if you're craving authentic Mexican food done right!

    Santiago Z.

    My cousin brought me here to try out some good NM food. I'm from California and was looking forward to sampling a taste of Albuquerque. I ordered the stuffed sopes with red sauce and carne asada. Paired that with an horchata. I could forget to add my desert which was a box of biscochitos Pecan..everything was delicious! The salsa with chips was spicy! Not too hot not too bland for my taste buds. Our waitress had a good personality and humor. Great service in my opinion. The place was very busy and ambiance was very family oriented. Thank you again for the amazing food and hospitality!

    9. Carne Adovada Plate
    Nathan F.

    A great down home New Mexican spot in the heart on ABQ! We love their salsa (spicy enough but not TOO spicy), fantastic green and red sauce on whatever you like and just about any classic New Mexican dish there is! Great and friendly service as always.

    Small Menudo

    Hands down my favorite spot for menudo! We arrived right when they opened, and as usual, the line was already wrapping around the building. Luckily, we were seated immediately and got our order in before the bigger groups... love that early-bird advantage! Coffee and water came out right away, along with complimentary chips and their spicy salsa (always a win). I ordered a small menudo to start the morning since it was a chilly one, and as always, it didn't disappoint. So flavorful, comforting, and absolutely delightful. This place never misses. If you love menudo, this is the spot.

    Posole small
    Tasha R.

    This place is always busy on weekends. The wait for a smaller party isn't too bad since the service is quick. We like the homemade complimentary chips and salsa, which is a staple for a local new mexican restaurant. Staff is very friendly and always on top of any requests. My bf has been on the search for the best posole, and he may have found it. He said the small posole was very filling and had plenty of meat, which most places skimp on. It had good flavor, and the small was actually a big serving. We also shared the chicharrones, which were also good, but hoped it had bigger pieces to snack on. I mixed them on my plate, which also gave it more flavor. I had the asada plate, which is chopped steak covered chile and cheese served with beans and rice, but I opted for extra beans no rice. I could not finish my plate but took the leftovers home for a wonderful burrito later. It's definitely worth the price given the size, and I would recommend anyone who wants authentic new mexican to come here.

    Always packed here
    Warren B.

    I'm thrilled to eat here. Authentic and kind. Chips are freshly made. Guac is richly spiced and fun to share. Iced tea, freshly brewed and my flautas perfection. My waitress knew the menu inside and out. Thank you for filling my belly with passionate food.

    Al Tamale a la Carte, two Carne Asada Taco a la Carte
    Jocelyn D.

    10/10!! My husband and I went here for lunch to celebrate my birthday and I was so excited to try it. Got the recommendation from a local Tik Tok couple that tries and reviews local spots so I knew going into it I HAD to try the pozole and it was the best restaurant pozole I've ever had, and second best I've EVER HAD PERIOD (Nana's will always be #1 ). I loved how they do a lot of their stuff a la cart because I'm super indecisive and I wanted a little bit of everything! I ended up getting the small pozole, 2 carne asada tacos, and a tamale. The pozole comes with a piece of toasted bread but I subbed sopapillas (small up-charge, but 100% worth it). My husband got the stuffed sopapilla plate with ground beef and beans and it came with 2 sides and a tortilla. We also couldn't resist the chips and guac, but I'm pretty sure every meal comes with chips and salsa before hand which is a win in my book! Will definitely be going back here frequently! Our server was great and the atmosphere was super authentic. Didn't have to wait long for 2 at 1pm for lunch on a Friday. Definitely my new favorite NM restaurant in town, no joke!

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    Great food at a great price! I'm a huevos rancheros girl and my guys love the steak fingers.

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    The service is so good. The food is delicious! The place feels comfortable and the ambience is good.

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    One of my favorite places to eat. Best menudo, huge portions and friendly staff. I have never had a bad experience

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    Nob Hill

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    Came here for lunch with my co-workers and they were incredibly accommodating for our group of 10+!…read moreWe were tended immediately and got our food pretty quick! I got the Duck Confit burger which was fantastic! Duck was very tender and not gamey at all. Portions were very large and I would recommend sharing. Would definitely come back to try the rest of their menu.

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    Eastside

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    This is a classic rustic diner / cafe with all the kinds of all-day breakfast items you'd expect in…read moreNew Mexico -- plenty of middle-of-the-road "American" choices, and then lots of Southwestern specialties. And plenty of ways to customize your order to taste and for the size of your appetite. The main drawback, as others have noted, is that the location where they've been for decades has grown steadily bleaker, with a sketchy feel even during broad daylight. I say this as someone who lives in a rural setting but who has lived in some of the biggest cities in the world and as a person who's not easily scared off by "rough" neighborhoods. It's perfectly safe, but you want your wits about you as you come and go. Service is fantastically efficient, friendly, and thorough. Really good food, based on my single experience -- I had a pancake, an egg, and sausage along with coffee, and I ordered the "Santa Fe" style pancake. It's made with blue corn meal in the flour, along with piñon nuts and a little cheese, and it's a very satisfying meal in itself. I left full and ready to go back if I find myself in that part of Albuquerque again with an empty stomach.

    Tia B's La Waffleria - Strawberries & Cream w/ Blue Corn Waffle

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    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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    Business Parkway/Academy Acres

    Stopped in here recently on a friend's suggestion and it did not disappoint. As soon as I saw…read moreChilaquiles on the menu, I was sold. Even though we came in near closing (sorry!) service was attentive and fast. They have a great beer, wine, and cocktail selection with twists on familiar favorites which was fun. The chilaquiles were amazing and everything I hoped they'd be. Prices were a bit on the higher side but the portions were generous- you won't leave here hungry! The atmosphere is cute, parking is a bit tricky, and there's a small patio if that's more your jam. Overall, will definitely be coming back here to check it out. I just wish they had dinner hours!

    Bottom line is the food is fine and service just ok…read more My daughter and I wanted to try something new. We heard great reviews but were disappointed today. I had a hash skillet with sausage and my daughter had the crab cake Benedict. The food was ok. The poached egg was over cooked and not runny. My skillet was fine but it was not hot. I could even touch the skillet. Our food was not hot. You can see the cheese melted then hardened from sitting. In addition the food was dry. My skillet came with an English muffin with no butter or jelly. I had to ask and they gave me 2 packets of strawberry jelly. I was disappointed they didn't offer or give me any choice. The service was just ok. They were quick to take our order and bring the food but didn't offer to refill our drinks or even water. It cost too much for what you get, mediocre food & service.

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    Knead

    (76 reviews)

    $$

    Downtown

    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!

    Los Compadres - mexican - Updated May 2026

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