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    Santa Cecilia

    4.9 (18 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Hundred Acre Woods honey cold foam matcha
    Fiana S.

    Really nice coffeeshop. It has a unique, artsy vibe inside the little shop, and an extensive hidden patio wrapped around in back. It's very welcoming to LGBTQ+ patrons, and anti-ICE. They had creative and fun spring seasonal drinks. Mine was named for Winnie the Pooh and came with honey and bee pollen. My yogurt parfait had homemade granola. I like their attention to details. Great coffeeshop to support in Old Town.

    Megan C.

    I brought my baby here so we could get out of the house and it was a nice little outing. There is limited seating indoors (just a few small tables) but they also have a patio out back. Also keep in mind that there is a couple small steps down into the cafe, but not bad. I was able to get my small stroller in no problem. The service was really good. The man working the counter answered all my questions and was very welcoming. I had a very interesting g coffee that had sweet corn cold foam. I wasn't sure I would like it but it was surprisingly delicious, and a good size too. I also had a berry ricotta cake that was moist and delicious. I would definitely come again next time I'm in Old Town

    So many local goodies.
    Samantha G.

    What isn't there to say about this place!? Omg. I had the absolute best blueberry, lemon cake with a powder frosting. & a double shaken espresso latte with a soft top. Eveything inside and out is a whole vibe. The art work, the couches, the local art and set up. There's magazines everywhere. Local food and bread! I want to try the sourdough so bad. The outside patio is soooo cozy, there's so many places to sit. You do have to catch this place when it's open! I would make sure to check the hours! The staff is also super sweet, getting recommendations from them never fails. I always make sure to go as SOON as they open cause it's no joke when they get packed!

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    Tom G.

    Clever, cute and quality. Those are the three words to describe Santa Cecilia. Tucked away in the Old Town area, Santa Cecilia is a diamond in the rough... I am not kidding. The menu is focused. Yeah you can order an Americano but you'd be missing out. You've Got Mail, When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless in Seattle are interesting takes that lends itself as a Prelude to a Kiss. I had the sleepless in Seattle and try the breakfast burrito... they make it panini style. Enough said. Mic drop.

    Destiny L.

    If you know me, you know I love coffee shops and the variety in them across the city. Santa Cecilia is located in Old Town and a relatively new one to the Albuquerque coffee scene, it is so cute and an absolute must visit. The personality of the business is very clear and unique from the moment you walk in. They have such fun decor and menu items. Overall the space is really cozy and I love the outside space in the warmer weather. Also the coffee is good which isn't always true for cute coffee shops. Good coffee and a total vibe.

    Beautiful little coffee shop. Wonderful and inviting community. Our coffee and sweets were absolutely amazing and the courtyard is perfect for enjoying the delicious treats.

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    Melissa B.

    Santa Cecilia really outdid themselves this time. I am consistently impressed with the intentional ingredients and cultural integration of this lovely small business in Old Town. Their charm and aesthetic never compensate for the quality of their products. They are equally matched. My service is always excellent, whatever you order, you will most likely love. And sometimes, a marigold cinnamon oat milk black tea will dissolve into you like medicine. Thank you, Compa

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    A really beautiful spot with wonderful drinks and little food and pastry items. Everything done with care, and the service was excellent.

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    2 years ago

    The horchata latte was amazing. I met the nicest barista in Albuquerque here. It's has beautiful decorations and cool vibe.

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    hidden gem, fan food and service , public parking nearby too. Great things to buy also

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    This cafe is amazing! All the coffee and food is delicious, and the owner is incredibly kind. Definitely worth a trip any day!

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    4.8
    (332 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    First time visiting Cutbow Coffee Roasters, but I've been drinking coffee long enough to know the…read moredifference between good coffee and coffee that merely exists. This place definitely falls into the first category. This morning I went with the single origin Guatemala drip, and it was exactly what a solid cup of coffee should be. Smooth, rich, and balanced with a nice chocolate note that hangs around just long enough to make you take another sip. No bitterness. No burnt taste. Just a clean, well-roasted cup that says someone here actually cares about the beans. The shop itself has a personality, which I always appreciate. It's decorated with fishing lures, fish artwork, and sculptures scattered around the place. Naturally this leads to the obvious conclusion: the owner is either an avid fisherman... or coffee roasting is just the side hustle between trout expeditions. Either way, the theme works. The space feels relaxed, creative, and comfortable. The kind of place where you can sit with a cup and not feel rushed out the door. And speaking of doors, while I was there there was a steady flow of customers coming in and out. That's usually the universal coffee signal for yep, this place is doing something right. Bottom line: Great coffee, cool atmosphere, and a shop with enough character to keep things interesting. I'll definitely be back for another cup of that Guatemala.

    Service was so kind and helpful with recommendations and questions around coffee and pastries…read more I got the mocha with macadamia milk. It was delicious. Very mild chocolate, I believe it is Dutch chocolate if my memory services me not to sweet which I appreciate. It was delightfully well balanced. The coffee itself is very smooth and not bitter, excellent taste! I will be back for sure to try other options there are lots of choices. I should have taken a picture of the menu. There is ample seating both inside and outside, had I not had my toddler with me I would have loved to sit out front but it is right by the road so a no go with a rambunctious little boy... There is additional outside seating to the side and farther from the road too. I look forward to my next trip.

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    The Grove Cafe & Market

    The Grove Cafe & Market

    4.4
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Very fresh flavors and offerings here! Glad my bff recommended it after visiting 6 weeks ago, and…read moreperfect for a lunch time pit stop on the way from the airport to our hotel. The bread is clearly baked fresh and was nice and crusty on the outside and fluffy with the perfect chew on the inside. My mini me 1 inhaled her grilled cheese (of which my husband ordered the full size and also demolished his), and mini me 2 and I shared the toasted tuna melt. Good balance of tuna, celery, and bread ratio, but I didn't dig the olives in it. There's a mini kale salad that comes with entrees, and it was healthy and palatable for kale. We did end up balancing that green with the pistachio cruffin and pistachio chocolate chip cookie. Would definitely go back for the cruffin with its flaky layers and luscious pastry cream. Cookie was less impressive but still worth the impulse buy. Indoor and breezy outdoor seating available. Highly recommend!

    1st visit to the Grove Cafe and I will say I was pleasantly surprised. It was the weekend so we…read morethought it was going to be crazy busy, to our surprise it wasn't. We ordered and got a table inside right away. First impression is that its very inviting and cozy. Staff was so friendly. We ordered the lemon herb turkey sandwich, tuna toastie sandwich, and croque madam. Every single sandwich was absolutely delicious. The turkey had fresh dill and sprouts, avocado and this lemon jam which was the star. Tuna was so good. Some tuna is really fishy and this one had such a great flavor and the croque madam with that side of mustard was such a great combination. It was so good I came back during the week and had the beef sirlion sandwich that was so flavorful with the arugula and onion jam and had to finish it off with the best lemon blueberry muffin. Highly recommend if you are looking for good food with great flavor combinations.

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    Breakfast sandwich ($11) with iced coffee
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    Tiny Grocer ABQ

    Tiny Grocer ABQ

    4.3
    (23 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Playing tourist for our friend's birthday on this lovely June Tuesday! Rode our bikes here which…read moreis always a bonus. I hadn't heard of this place before so it was definitely a shot in the dark. We hit a bullseye. Lunch menu consisted of New Mexican favorites, Posole and fry bread. Also, the salads look amazing. It's really cool because on the other side of the bar there's a tiny grocery store serving fresh produce as well as dry pintos, red chile pods and posole of course! Can't wait to come back again for some cocktails on the patio! If you haven't been here, I'd say it's a must!

    First the positive then the negative. The negatives were not enough to take away from the 5 star…read moreyelp rating here but there is some low hanging fruit here that would meaningfully improve the customer experience. The food and coffee here aren't excellent. No question. Surprisingly strong spice level for an old town location, good range of New Mexican AND coffee shop menu options for breakfast and lunch. I had the enchiladas and added eggs and bacon, which is essentially Huevos Rancheros the way it is served in bowl form. Potatoes, beans, and chile flavors all complimented each other well, nice garnish and nice presentation. Had house coffee which is SOLID. The service style is counter ordering with a number, which for me is a great system. Negative - the coffee service with food is a bit confusing. Coffee comes in a paper cup for everyone apparently, which feels a bit sloppy. Mugs would be really nice. Also, because coffee is served with meal by table delivery, coffee takes a long time to get to the table. I personally like my coffee immediately and intravenously, so this was frustrating. The patio is lovely - the tables are weird. There are only large group tables, no small tables. BIGGEST Negative - parking. I looked at the social media, menu, website, and the parking problem is not addressed anywhere that I could easily find. The adjacent city lot is priced for tourists - $12 flat rate. Given that the numerous other breakfast options in the area have free and close parking, in our lamentably car-driven culture, Tiny Grocer is at a big disadvantage. I'm sure this is a recurring and difficult problem, and I would suggest blasting a solution on all social media, pinned posts, first line in bio, menu, everywhere. People could park on 18th st, 19th st, next to Tiguex park, and take a short walk to a lovely experience.

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