Small location with super friendly staff. More times than not we are told to sit where we want…read more Drinks and chips/salsa come out quickly. Food takes a smidge longer. My go to's are the fajitas and grilled chicken salad. They have so many options. If you've got a hankering for breakfast for dinner, they gotcha covered. Burgers? Steak fingers? Carne adovada? All of it is yummy.

I love a cute diner! I sat close to the door and it was like sitting in someone's house, the staff…read moreknew everyone and greeted them with hugs and smiles. My waitress was so sweet and attentive. I had the steak fingers breakfast because it was recommended, it was good just not for me- I've never had this before. Very reasonable prices!! But the sopapillas were AMAZING! They bring honey to the table and it just added to the greatness!

Remarkable breakfast burrito for an amazing price. The carne adovada can't be beat!!! Not a fancy…read morelocation but the food is outstanding

Burritos are the best! Fast! Hot! Tasty! The variety is sure to please everyone in the group. If…read moreyou are worried about the long line of cars, it goes quickly! . And price is good, too

This local favorite is a small family owned restaurant just west of Atrisco on Central Ave. We are…read morealways treated like family when we go in, its unconventional order at the counter and then have a seat model works because you know you'll always get a table. As for the food, all I can say is THE RED CHILE is the BEST I have ever had, I'm serious! I long to know their recipe because it really is that good! This year for Christmas we got a quart of red chile and some tamales and they did not disappoint! I only learned of this place within the last year and I will definitely be back again and again! Seriously you have to try the red chile!!! #supportlocal

Are you looking for a local New Mexican restaurant in the South Valley?…read more Look no further, because this is the place to be! El Charrito is a beautiful establishment, well maintained and beautifully decorated inside and out. The food is delicious too! If you are unsure of what to get, I would highly recommend the "Button Buster". The steak fingers are delicious, and in my opinion better to than Mac's..

First time here. I…read moream traveling through New Mexico. I just stopped for a bite to eat. This place is very unusual... the chef is the owner and his food is delicious. I say unusual because the food is a cut above what you would expect ...this place has live jazz on Tuesdays. It's fairly small but the food and coffee are fabulous. He made a bowl for me with pinto beans, organic squash, delicious pork, with some cheese on top. Very flavorful. The coffee was basically a cappuccino. Very good. On my way back I can't wait to try his ribeye steak and a world famous margarita. It says in here he tales credit cards but he doesn't. However he tales checks and cash. I didn't have any cash on me so I wrote him a check That's the first check I've written in a long time LOL I definitely recommend this place 100%

What does a pharmacist turned restaurant owner who is literally a one man show do when his name is…read morethe restaurant? If you are Ben Michael, you are the host, waiter, bartender, chef, bus boy cashier and entertainer. Cash only. Entrees are $15-$33. The guy is literally amazing as his friend says, Renaissance man who whips up the Southwest dishes. But if you are lucky and not in a rush, he opens his piano for a little sing a long. If you come, be prepared to wait for the check, but you'll leave smiling.

well , food was good but they gave me the wrong plate instead of the one i ordered but the chicken…read moreenchiladas with red sauce was good, i ordered the combination plate ,one taco, one tamale , one beef enchilada with green sauce but instead they gave me the plate next table ordered, i noticed for the different in the red sauce but i taught it was my plate,,,

Love the adobe decor and cacti out front! Learned this place was a residence up until 1993, when it…read morewas turned into a restaurant. The exterior and "lobby" area make it look like the restaurant is on the small side with limited seating, but it extends quite far back with indoor table options and an extensive back patio area for a nice ambiance to enjoy your New Mexican cuisine. Service was very leisurely, but we didn't mind, as we were catching up with friends who've moved to the area and haven't seen in several years. The chips and salsa aren't complementary, though the waiter made it seem that way when he casually asked if we wanted some when we were seated. Plentiful cocktail and drink menu, as well as appetizers and entrees. I was happy with my selection of Spanish/fried chile rellenos, and I had it with the salsa "Christmas style", with both green and red salsa. It was flavorful with just the right amount of heat, and the rice and beans hit the spot. I couldn't wait to take the leftovers home for snacking the next day. Kids' menu has the typical offerings, and the fries on the side are abundant. We had sopapillas (like fried dough) with honey after our entrees, which was included with the adult meals. A very nice dining experience in the historic Old Town neighborhood!

Charming local establishment in Old Town. We sat at the bar and had a drink and decided to stay…read morethere for dinner. Service at the bar was great. I had a chicken burrito with rice and beans and it was fresh and tasty although all of the food could have had a warmer temperature.

My first visit, an early dinner and really enjoyed it Steak…read morefrites medium rare was perfect and an ice cold draft My guests each really enjoyed their buffalo burgers Extensive menu so everyone should be able to find something they like Solid service and i definitely recommend

Ok, truth be told, I was already a few bits into my breakfast burrito at the Old Town Cafe when…read morerealizing that I was remiss in capturing the "food picture" ... thus the partial view. Anyway, spoiler alert, I cleaned my plate. The reason for the four stars was the patio seating and sometimes spotty service.

Old Town Cafe is a casual eatery with New Mexican charm. Located right across from Albuquerque's…read moreOld Town Plaza/Square, my husband and I wanted a quick breakfast with authentic New Mexican flavor. This place succeeded. The tamale bowl with pork was what we both ordered individually, and it was fantastic. We didn't realize it was going to be spicy hot, but we ate it with fervor regardless. Next time, we'll order the dish mild, but honestly it was very delectable. We'll ask for it again, if we're ever back in the area.