The nickel and dime me to death and the hamburgers are frozen and so is a lot of their other items to chili is OK but I would never go back there again. I'm local and I was going to say these are some other place rather than Rose any day. read more

The food is top notch quality, and the price doesn't break your wallet. I rate this restaurant 5 star for the fantastic customer service. My waiter was very friendly, and helpful with recommendations. read more

Monroe's Restaurant - Fantastic Mexican food. This plate is amazing! - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

One of the best mexican dinners I have had. I'm from Arizona so I'm picky about Mexican food. They did not disappoint here. What I loved: 1. wonderful salsa that was so fresh and tasty. 2. great melt in your mouth guacamole 3. high quality ingredients for enchiladas and all food. 4. Daughter's chicken fajitas were crazy good with lovely grill flavored chicken. Less than positive points: 1. Atmosphere is nothing special and quite boring. 2. No margaritas with tequila which is crazy for a Mexican restaurant of this quality. Still I would be a regular if I lived in AlbQ. read more

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This is a stalwart family favorite for us. Always reliable. Very good, and a regular contributor to my ass looking more and more like one of its soft dough, pudgy but tasty sopaipillas, bubbly wrinkles and all. Oh well, I turned 50 this year, so do I really care? Not especially. I mean, who really gives a damn if maybe my body has morphed from a toned temple into a not terribly well-managed YMCA? Besides, I'll focus on the hard core gym workouts whenever I spot someone I feel is worthy of all that sweaty effort. Then again.. prolly not! We'll just go over to Monroe's and chances are everyone will be happy. So we have been going to Monroe's on Lomas for decades. It never disappoints. Really, it doesn't. Chile is consistently tasty. Carne adobada is nicely cubed and has the right amount of the red stuff to satisfy any tongue lamenting a serious hang over. Don't ask. Huevos rancheros is probably my favorite plate, any time of day. I think it will be one of yours as well. Very friendly staff. Always ready to engage in polite chat if it isn't terribly busy. I chuckle over a couple of weeks ago my waiter asked if my "Green Chile Cheeseburgers" Isotopes t-shirt was a new restaurant I was promoting in town. Where is it located? And how is the chile there? I almost played along and said "better-n-here"... But I couldn't lie and told him it was the baseball team promotional this summer. And in terms of promoting down home food, Albuquerque style, this is most definitely up there! read more

This was a true New Mexican experience. The tamales were spot on, the combo enchiladas were tasty and the portions were perfect! Chips were super fresh and the atmosphere was enjoyable! read more

Monroe's Restaurant - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

A classic NM place. Everything is fantastic. The chile rellenos are a favorite. Get the sopapillas. read more

Best Carne Adovada I've ever had! Loved everything about this place. The service, the layout, the quality, the price. We visited Albuquerque from our home in Colorado and this was far away our best meal of the trip. Thank you! read more

Overall my experience at the new Monroe's was very forgettable. I had the beef fajitas. The meat was what I call scrap. Over cooked with no flavor. There were more bell peppers and onions on the skillet than meat. The flour tortillas brought with the meal were slightly warm and undercooked. The wait staff was disorganized and there was not much rhyme or reason to anything. In addition if you don't want to pay for your meal just get up from table and gO to the restroom and walk out the exit whicH is right next door. Poor design read more

Came so highly recommended by a lot of people but I'm not sure I get the hype. Maybe it's because what people grew up on but the food wasn't that great. The extra star comes from incredible service. The rice and potatoes were not well seasoned. Enchiladas were decent, definitely liked adding the egg on top. read more

Monroe's Restaurant - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Came here for lunch with my dad. It's close to the office, and was surprisingly busy- which is great for them. I'll start with the good- your staff is excellent. Never once, did we have an empty cup, or dirty dishes, or empty chips. Servers picked up for each other's slack, or things they might have missed. As a former server, and restaurant manager- these are the things I notice wherever I go. Everyone is kind, attentive, and teamwork was happening. Way to go. Also- love the vegetarian menu. Despite there being much of the options utilizing calabacitas (which a lot of NM restaurants seem to resort to,) there was a variety of options. As a vegetarian, who dines our fairly often, that is also, greatly appreciated. The chopped green chile was bland, pretty much tasteless. I thought the red chile was good, but you can tell that flour was added to thicken it up. Rue is useful, but it felt like maybe they watered it down, and then had to make up for it. Calabacitas were overdone, and very oily. In the bean and beef burrito, the ground meat was mediocre, but the beans were good (as reported to me.) Also, I feel that the prices are fairly expensive, at least in terms of what you offer. Tostadas with aguacate are $5.25 at Garcia's, and they're $11.25 (or close to that?) here. Overall, so so food. Your service, and expansive menu makes up for the experience. I will try this location again, to see how the second time around fares. read more

We've heard Monroe's is one of the best places to have Nee Mexican food in ABQ. It was good but not great. The enchilada sauce didn't have enough chile flavor (tasted the flour instead of red chile), and the taco shell was what we could get at a grocery store. It was "ok." read more

Cant go wrong with the green chile cheeseburgers or the combo plates Christmas (red and green chile). Honestly everything is good except for the margaritas because they're wine and not tequila but I blame NM's ridiculous liquor policy for that. read more

The most amazing New Mexican food around! The red chile is the best! Also, the salsa is to die for! Every time I eat here is is always great. read more

This is the 2nd trip and both visits where great. Very friendly staff and of course the food is great. 30 years ago we would visit their Lomas location. So it's great to be back read more

We went with some locals and some other patrons greeted us when we went in. Server came right away after we were seated with salsa and asked for our drink orders (is new patrons she knew what the regulars wanted). I ordered carne adovada and all of our food came out at the same time. Oh my goodness, the meat with the red Chile perfect! Just a bit of a bite but more flavor than anything. There was enough for another meal and it was just as good the next day!! read more

Monroe's Restaurant - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Overall I'd say this place is OK Mexican food, but the staff is awesome! I may have also had the wrong thing, my taco was bland but my brother in law loved his chicken fried steak skillet. Waitstaff was so helpful and attentive, my tea was full the entire time even when it got busy. We ordered some guacamole salad that was also really good. The service will bring us back and next time I'll try something else. read more

Monroe's Restaurant - Combo plate - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

This place is legit. Good food great staff. Well worth the 3 mile walk! I couldn't decide on what to get so I ordered a combo platter. Enchilada, taco and Chile relleno with Puerto Rican beans and rice. It's gonna take more that 3 miles to work this meal off. read more

Monroe's Restaurant - Sample of sauces and meats. Chips and salsa are wonderful too - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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I've been eating at Monroe's since it was a two table establishment on the corner of Mountain Road and Río Grande Blvd. Monroe's constantly delivers the best New Mexican food in town. My favorite dish is their carne adovada burrito with red chile, in fact I think they have the best carne adovada burrito in Albuquerque. My husband loves their stacked, blue corn enchiladas with green chile. Their take out is fast. Their staff are warm and welcoming. read more

The place locals come to eat, been coming back since I was 1, hmmm dam 45 years this place actually opened before I was born. (1962) Megul has been making me smile for years his staff is always top notch. The green chili burger is people's choice award yearly. The huevo ranchos are the BOMB. Today was customer appreciation day he said, "I would appreciate you get your own coffee", that's was the ice breaker for my bad morning. read more

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Always a friendly staff, the owner who obviously loves kids is always so sweet and attentive to my grandkids! The food is great as well!

As many have pointed out, the food is of normal quality, but the "Christmas sauce" (red and green Chile) on my enchiladas and the salsa that comes with the chips are both very good and flavorful. The owners are delightful, and one of them made a special shrimp-shaped sopapilla for our six-year-old that was a big hit. They are very kid-friendly, and offer American food for kids who don't like NM food. This place is iconic, and I'm glad we stopped here to eat as we passed through Albuquerque. read more

Monroe's Restaurant - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Pretty good and friendly service. One of the better Mexican restaurants with great drinks choice as well. +1 for quick and friendly service. read more

Awesome place! Great food, ultra friendly, great atmosphere. Good with our big family with lots of kids

I used to love and I mean love this place UNTIL......they started getting stingy with the food! Then have the NERVE to put me on a list to hook me to through next time around! Please.....my business is gone! I gift a half slap of baby ribs......LMAO! My yorkie has bigger ribs! read more

First time in Albuquerque. Stumbled into Monroes. Great service, great food. Could not be more impressed. Not fancy, but a very comfortable eaterie. Highly recommended. read more

Monroe's Restaurant - Carne Asada plate smothered. Half and half. It's gone now.... - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

service is horrible I ordered my food at 5:43 and didnt receive it until 6:30 got my food and it is not what I asked for the taste is off and lack seasoning I'm a chef and this is not good food! read more

Can't believe I've never reviewed Monroe's, a neighborhood staple for decades. Well it was one of those weekday evenings when that realization hits......" what's for dinner? What happened to my meal planning". So the only solution was Monroe's, quite handy since I live on 14th SW. Watching my food intake I was pleased to notice the SOLOS section of the menus. Alright I though excitedly in my hunger elation! Tacos and enchiladas without the rice and beans. For me, definitely a healthier option. Plus, it was fantastically delicious and satisfying without a hit to my wallet. Plus, in the end game, there's always another day for home menu planning. But this time it was all about supporting a local favorite for some New Mexico goodness. read more

Hands down!!! We went twice on our 2 day stay at Albuquerque. The sopaipillas are to die for, great staff. Will surely come back when in town! read more

On my last night in ABQ - ain't that always the way? - I found *the place* for real New Mexican awesome. Their green chile sauce was superb, the blue corn cheese enchiladas were perfection, and their quacamole was AMAZING. It does take those of us who grew up on Cal-Mex a little time to get used to the very native American influenced New Mexican version of border food, but it's worth it if you hit Monroe's first, not last =) read more

Incredible Mexican food in a nondescript building. Super friendly servers, great salsa, nice crisp chips and a very tasty local pilsner. Everything I needed for a great meal. read more

I am never disappointed with Monroe's. Granted, I am slightly biased because I worked there part time during Grad school. The food is always good because Monroe's is incredibly consistent with their taste and quality. This is because the same cooks have been working behind the scenes at Monroe's for a very long time. Mario and Chewy are the greatest! The only thing I don't recommend is the Chile Relleno as it is one of the few things they do not make in house. Everything else is good. Also, don't be afraid to request your meal exactly how you want it. They will always oblige. Of course, I'm only really talking about the Lomas location. I've been to the Osuna location a hand full of times and was never disappointed with the food or service there either, but I prefer the Lomas location nonetheless. read more

Monroe's was a revelation to us because we are from ATL and don't get to experience this kind of New Mexican food. We are also vegetarian and the vegetarian menu was fantastic. Some of the best fajitas and tacos we have ever had and wonderful people and a great local crowd. You have to eat at Monroe's if you want the real thing when you visit ABQ! read more

I was told to come here for "authentic home cooked mexican food." LOLWUT?!?!11?! Pathetic. Taquitos, burritos, enchiladas, and canned green chiles are not authentic home cooked mexican food. This is garbage border food that comes from cans and bottles. I'll never visit this restaurant again. read more

We don't go anywhere else. Great food with plenty of choices. Friendly staff who stays on top of your needs. I love to sit out on the patio at the Osuna site. Take out is hot and ready in minutes. Only rarely is their a problem with the order. It happens. We had many visiting relatives and ate there. Great service and food came quick. In the winter you can sit next to the fireplace, too. COVID will go away eventually. Until then we look forward to that day. read more

We came here shortly after getting off the plane, and right after visiting Jesse Pinkman, and were starving for something hearty. I was told I had to try a green chili cheeseburger a few days prior to our visit, however, this particular place recommended their red chili cheeseburger, so the green had to wait. I was pleasantly surprised and would certainly come here again if I find myself back in the area. The service was very friendly, and accommodating. read more

Both of us from out of town, we picked the 1st Mexican restaurant on Yelp. Extremely satisfied. Awesome original fresh food, friendly service, and good prices. Order the chili rellenos! read more

Great food. Very polite and attentive staff. The Chile Relleno - Carne Advoda was great!!

I was impressed to say the least. Great service and fast. Well worth trying if you first trip to Albuquerque. Great local and statewide dishes. read more

Pros: Yummy food and decent service. Cons: Dead flies on window sill next to our table and ants on the wall across from restrooms... coulda gone without seeing those.. read more

Monroe's Restaurant - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

The closest thing to authentic New Mexican food... Monroe's is famous in Albuquerque, an absolute must if you're visiting, or if you are simply craving the best New Mexican food money can buy. Hands down the best red chile in town. The best green chile cheeseburger, (or the double O...) and excellent green chile stew. My favorite is the chicken fajita stuffed sopaipilla. Ask for the red chile without the meat and cheese on top. Its absolute heaven, right in your mouth. And pay attention to the specials of the day on the white board when you walk in. If "Pollo Rojo" is the special of the day, GET IT. If Mario or Jesus is cooking, they may even make it for you, just ask! Its sheer mania at lunch time during the week as the downtown crowd migrates over, but the wait is strangely never longer than 10-15 minutes. If you're lucky, Miguel, the smart ass but super friendly owner will greet you at the door during the day! He runs the business today the same way he did when he bought it in 1742! Hahaha... In all seriousness, expect outstanding food, a friendly and courteous wait staff, and an overall great experience. You'll see regulars at the counter that essentially have had their same spot for 40 years cracking jokes and mingling with some of the same cooks that have been there for 20. That in itself should be testimony enough! Go, enjoy and write a review when you get back to the office! read more