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A photo of D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro - Cottonwood restaurant
4.4
Awesome(405)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Los Ranchos
Booked 38 times today
We are thrilled to announce that our newest D.H. Lescombes location in Albuquerque is open! This exciting expansion marks a significant milestone in our journey, and we are honored to establish this second Albuquerque location, near Rio Rancho, NM, to serve the wonderful community and surrounding areas.
A photo of Brekki Brekki restaurant
3.8
Excellent(2)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Los Ranchos
Brekki Brekki: Where Breakfast Meets Brunch in Rio Rancho Located in the heart of Rio Rancho, Brekki Brekki is a vibrant community hub where friends and families come together over delicious food. As you step inside, you'll be welcomed by a cozy atmosphere filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon, setting the stage for a delightful dining experience. Our menu features a variety of breakfast and brunch classics with a modern twist. Enjoy fluffy pancakes, savory omelets, mouthwatering burgers, and refreshing salads, ensuring there's something for everyone. Don't miss our signature Chicken & Waffles, a perfect sweet and savory combination, or the Greek Omelet, packed with fresh spinach, tomatoes, and feta. For comfort food lovers, the Cheese Steak Panini pays homage to Philly's culinary roots. More than just a meal, Brekki Brekki is a place to unwind. Relax on our spacious patio, soak up the sun, and enjoy a refreshing drink with friends.
A photo of M'tucci's Moderno Italian - Rio Rancho restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1038)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Albuquerque
Booked 5 times today
Our mission is to open a few restaurants that take care of our guests in every way--treating them like guests in our home, making sure that they feel embraced by the joy with which we extend our hospitality, and making sure that they become entranced by our restaurant. We understand the value of 'regulars' returning weekly and in many cases more frequently. We hope that all of our guests will feel that they belong to a private club, to which we welcome them again and again. M'tucci's Moderno located in Rio Rancho is a sister of our first restaurant, M'tucci's Italian, which is located at Coors and Montano on Albuquerque's West Side. At Moderno, we continue to offer a moderately priced, Italian menu built on a foundation of both traditional and contemporary recipes. The menu, together with the bar (full liquor license) menu, is offered in a contemporary building with black steel elements, high ceilings, and a big garage door that opens to the Sandia Mountains. Inside the steel, we have inserted a more traditional looking wood clad restaurant featuring traditional lighting and Edison bulbs, as well as other playful elements. Our congenial bar and mezzanine offer alternative spaces within which to enjoy M'tucci's food and beverage. Moderno's bar program features our unique shrubs as well as a new collection of original cocktails to complement our food and wine. Our mezzanine can also be reserved for private groups. M'tucci's Moderno is located just west of Presbyterian's Rust Medical Center. At the end of 2016, Jeff Spiegel, Katie Gardner, and John Haas, founders of M'tucci's Restaurants, welcomed five new partners to their ownership team: Austin Leard, Sherri Rivenburgh, Cory Gray, Shawn Cronin and Chris O'Sickey. This ensures that M'tucci's Restaurants are here for the long haul.
A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Cottonwood Mall restaurant
4.3
Awesome(27)
Price: Moderate
• American • Albuquerque
Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
A photo of Red Lobster - Albuquerque - Coors Bypass restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(32)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Albuquerque
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
A photo of D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro - Albuquerque restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1008)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Albuquerque
Booked 11 times today
Looking for the best restaurant in Albuquerque Old Town? During the summer of 2005, our D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro opened in Albuquerque’s historic Old Town, originally under the St. Clair Winery & Bistro name. Enthusiastic to offer the best wine and gourmet food, we have earned an excellent reputation for quality and service while upholding our family’s six-generation winemaking heritage.
A photo of M'tucci's Twenty-five restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1009)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Albuquerque
Booked 6 times today
Our fourth New Mexico location is open. We look forward to showing you a celebration of la dolce vita -- serious food in a warm environment. Gather, eat, talk, laugh, connect with your community over a delicious meal. If you ate it here, we made it here. Why? Because hand-crafted food made from the best ingredients is the Italian way. The M'tucci's way.
A photo of Prairie Star Restaurant & Winebar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2318)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Ana Pueblo
Booked 35 times today
Prairie Star Restaurant and Wine Bar at Santa Ana Golf Club has offered an unforgettable dining experience since 1986. Housed in a renovated 100 year-old adobe ranch house, the warmth and intimacy of Prairie Star is intoxicating. You may absorb the NM Territorial atmosphere of handmade adobe walls, kiva fireplaces and full viga and latilla ceilings while enjoying awe-inspiring and sweeping views of the golf course and the Sandia Mountains.Our culinary team masterfully creates stunning Contemporary New American cuisine with global influences and Executive Chef Myles Lucero changes our menu seasonally to reflect the time and freshest ingredients at hand. Each dish is carefully crafted from the finest ingredients, locally sourced when possible, and organic, sustainable and fair trade items preferred. Prairie Star serves prix fixe menus on major holidays, and you can find details at prairiestarrestaurant.com. We are closed Christmas Day and New Years Day.
A photo of Fiesta Azul Tequila House - NM restaurant
4.5
Awesome(68)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Academy West
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to our authentic Mexican restaurant, where the vibrant flavors of North and Central Mexico come to life!Our family-owned establishment, founded in 2020, brings a blend of traditional authenticity and modern innovation to every dish we serve. Our commitment to using the freshest ingredients and the concept of a "scrap kitchen" ensures that every meal is crafted with care and sustainability in mind. Specializing in handcrafted cocktails and boasting a wide selection of tequilas, our bar is the perfect place to savor a taste of Mexico. Our owners, hailing from the states of Chihuahua and Colima, bring their rich culinary heritage to every aspect of our restaurant. Come experience the true essence of Mexico with us and savor the flavors of our vibrant heritage!¡Bienvenidos!
A photo of Flora Restaurant restaurant
4.1
Excellent(33)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Albuquerque
Flora features Mexican food prepared from scratch using locally sourced ingredients. Wood, charcoal and rotisserie cooking are featured with a passion for clean, bold flavors. Located inside Sawmill Market.

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