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Name: Cantina Nueva
Address: 5935 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, United States, 87109
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.8

Cantina Nueva

3.8

18 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

5935 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Monday-Thursday: 11:00am-9:00pm; Friday-Saturday: 11:00am-10:00pm; Sunday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Website
http://www.cantinanueva.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
5935 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Neighborhood
Far Northeast Heights
Parking details
Public Lot

Avocado Toast$9.00
Avocado, Watermelon Radish, Jalapeño Bacon, Arugula, Heirloom Tomatoes, Avocado Vinaigrette, Meyer Lemon Oil
Nachos$9.00
Choice of Protein: Pork Belly, Tri Tip, Chicken, Carne Asada, or Jack Fruit
- Short Rib$3.00
Carne Bruschetta$8.00
Three Large Torta Crisps, Carne Asada, Monterey Jack Cheese, Chipotle Aioli, Cilantro Sauce
Shrimp Ceviche Tostada$8.00
Cold Cooked Shrimp in Fresh Squeezed Lime & Orange Juice Mixed with Avocado, Pineapple, Cilantro, Onion, Jalapeño, Tomato
Tableside Guacamole$10.00
Avocado, Onions, Tomato, Garlic, Cilantro, Lime, Jalapeños
Cantina Wings$10.00
Fried Chicken Wings, with Choice of Sauces: Fire Chile – Red Chile Dry Rub and Honey Chipotle Glaze, or Sweet Chile – Sweet and Chile Dried spices with a Tamarind Glaze
Grilled Elote$5.00
Corn on the Cob, Chipotle Aioli, Parmesan, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro
Green Chile Macaroni & Cheese$7.00
Creamy Macaroni, Two Cheeses, Green Chile, Bacon

Soup

Short Rib Green Chile Stew
Short Rib, Green Chile, Peppers, Potatoes
- Bowl$11.00
- Cup$6.00
Posole
Hominy, Pork, Chicken, Red Chile Broth
- Bowl$8.00
- Cup$4.50
Elote Soup
Blistered Corn, Jalapeños, Onions, Bacon, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro
- Bowl$9.00
- Cup$5.00

Salad

Champagne Salad$11.00
Strawberry Champagne Vinaigrette, Mixed Greens, Pickled Fruit, Radish, Feta Cheese, Red Chile Candied Piñons
Mexican Cobb Salad$13.00
Grilled Chicken, Romaine, Jalapeño Bacon, Hard Boiled Eggs, Bell Peppers, Tortilla Strips, Avocado, Blistered Corn
Mexican Caesar Salad$9.00
Grilled Romaine, Chipotle Caesar Dressing, Green Chile Croutons, Blistered Corn, Roasted Red Peppers, Cotija Cheese, Parmesan Cheese

Sandwiches

Stuffed Torta$13.00
Chicken, Short Rib or Pork, Sautéed Vegetables, Cotija Cheese, Corncake, Fries
Green Chile Bacon Cheese Burger$13.00
Brisket Burger, Green Chile, Cheddar, Jalapeño Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Onion, on a Brioche Bun, Fries
Veggie Burger$10.00
Quinoa, Red Beets, Sweet Potato, Butternut Squash, Tomato, Fried Onion, Avocado, Jicama Slaw, Smashed Potatoes

Street Tacos

Al Pastor$3.00
Marinated Pork, Diced Pineapple, Cilantro Sauce
Chicken$3.00
Shredded Dark Meat, Thighs, Legs, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cilantro
Green Chile Black Bean Taco$3.00
Green Chile, Black Beans, Tomatoes, Corn, Red Bell Peppers, Fried Red Onions, Avocado, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro Sauce, Cotija Cheese, Lime
Jack Fruit Carnitas$3.00
Purple Cabbage, Cotija Cheese, Lime, Cilantro Sauce
Chile Glazed Pork Belly$3.00
Purple Cabbage, Chipotle Honey Glaze, Apple Slaw, Jack Cheese, Cilantro
Tempura Avocado$3.00
Calabacitas, Chipotle Aioli, Chimichurri, Cilantro, Lime
Carne Asada Taco$3.00
Grilled Marinated Beef, Caramelized Onion, Chipotle Aioli, Avocado, Cilantro,Cotija Cheese
Mahi Mahi$4.00
Grilled Mahi Mahi, Jicama Slaw, Cilantro Sauce, Chipotle Aioli, Avocado, Cotija Cheese
Tri-Tip$4.00
Green Chile, Cheddar, Chipotle Aioli, Avocado Crema, Cilantro
Lobster / Crab Tacos$6.00
Lobster and Crab, Pineapple, Pickled Fresno & Jalapeño Peppers, Chile Spices, Sweet Balsamic Reduction, Fried Onions in a Taro Root Shell
Green Chile Short Rib$6.00
Pickled Red Onions, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro
Shrimp$4.00
Purple Cabbage, Cotija Cheese, Apple Slaw, Lime, Cilantro Sauce, Chipotle Aioli

Sides

Ala Carte $4

Beans
Rice
Queso
Smashed Potatoes
Crisp Potatoes Tossed in Chimichurri, Cotija Cheese
Calabacitas
Corn Cake
Jicama Slaw
Red Cabbage, Prickly Pear Vinaigrette
Side Salad
Green Chile Mac N' Cheese
Guacamole
Apple Slaw
Apples, Jalapeños, Red Onions, Pepitas, Lime, Cilantro

Platos

Choice of 2 Sides. Substitute Sides with Green Chile Mac N' Cheese Or a Side Salad Add $2

Fajita Platter$16.00
Chicken, Beef or Shrimp, Caramelized Onions, Peppers, Tortillas, Guacamole, Pico, Sour Cream, Rice, Beans
Pollo Monterey$18.00
Bed of Rice with two Chicken Breasts topped with Blanco Sauce, Guacamole, Corn Cake, Calabacitas, Avocado
Tres Amigos$13.00
Enchilada, Chile Relleno, Tamale, Choice of Red or Green Chile, Beans, Rice
Lobster Taquitos$25.00
Lobster, Blanco Sauce, Red Bell Peppers, Jack Cheese, Cilantro, Rice, Calabacitas
Lobster Enchiladas$25.00
Lobster, Crab, Chile Blanco Sauce, Red Bell Peppers, Monterey Jack Cheese, Rice, Calabacitas
Chicken Molé Enchiladas$13.00
Corn Tortillas, Chicken, Molé, Mexican Crema, Cilantro, Beans, Rice
Carne Adovada Plate$15.50
Pork Marinated in Red Chile, Cheddar Cheese, Corn Cake, Tortillas, Beans, Rice
Veggie Medley Plate$9.00
Quinoa, Vegetable Medley, Spinach, Avocado, Fried Red Onions, Balsamic Glaze, Jicama Slaw, Calabacitas
Burrito Magnifico$18.50
½ Short Rib, ½ Carne Adovada, Beans, Choice of Red or Green Chile

Dessert

Coconut Avocado Ice Cream$4.00
Served in Half of a Coconut, Topped with Red Chile Candied Piñons and Toasted Coconut
Dessert Nachos$6.00
Cinnamon Sugar Chips, Fresh Fruit, Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream
Dessert Chimis$6.00
Deep Fried Chimi with Homemade Cream Cheese Filling Topped with Fresh Fruit and Vanilla Sauce
Frozen Mexican Hot Chocolate$4.00
Flan$6.00
With Strawberries and Whipped Cream

Draft Beer

Craft & Local

LA Cumbre a Slice of Hefen
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
LA Cumbre Project Dank
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Stone Ruination IPA
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Stone Scorpion Bowl
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
New Belgium Mural Fresca
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Left Hand Milk Stout
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Bosque Elephants on Parade
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Marble Double White
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Santa Fe 7K IPA
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00

Mexican

Dos Equis Lager
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Dos Equis Ambar
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Modelo Especial
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Negra Modelo
- 16oz$5.50
- 22oz$7.00
Carlsberg
- 16oz$4.00
- 22oz$5.50

Bottles

Domestic

Michelob Ultra$4.50
Miller Light$4.50
Coors$4.50
Coors Light$4.50
Budweiser$4.50
Bud Light$4.50

Cans

Tecate$4.00
Tecate Light$4.00

Import

Corona$5.50
Corona Light$5.50

Wine

Murphy Goode Pinot Noir
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$29.00
Miguel Torres Chile, Las Mulas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Conde Valdemar Rose
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$31.00
Beringer White Zinfindal
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$23.00
Familia Torres Vina Sol Blanco
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$29.00
Starborough Sauvignon Blanc
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$29.00
Kendall Jackson Chardonnay
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$29.00
House Wine: Canyon Road (Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot)
- 4oz.$4.00
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$23.00

Mezcal

Del Maguey$12.00
Kimo Sabe$10.00
Clase Azul$40.00
Creyente$12.00

Draft Kombucha

Ginger$5.00
Trilogy$5.00

Sotol de Chihuahua

Blanco$10.00
Anejo$10.00
Reposado$10.00

Margaritas

The Ultimate House$7.50
A Time Honored Recipe of 100 Percent Blue Agave Reposado, House Made Sweet and Sour, Cointreau, and a Splash of Orange Juice
Coconut Margarita$9.00
El Jimador Blanco, Coco Lopez, Honey, Toasted Coconut with a Honey and Toasted Coconut Rim
Red Chile Mango$10.00
Milagro Silver Tequila, Muddled Hatch Green Chile and Fresh Mango Chunks, House Made Sweet and Sour, Triple Sec, Garnished with Fresh Lime and Mango with a Green Chile Rim
Silver Coin$9.00
Herradura Silver Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, and Agave Nectar
Upside Down Cadillac$10.00
Jose Cuervo Traditional Blanco Tequila, House Made Sweet and Sour, Triple Sec, and Served with an Upside Down Grand Marnier Miniature
Pink Cadillac$10.00
Centanario Rose Angel Tequila, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, and a Float of Chambord. Garnished with a Miniature Pink Rose and a Raspberry Rock Candy Rim
Pineapple Basil$10.00
Herradura Silver Tequila, Muddled Fresh Basil and Pineapple, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, and a Splash of Kimo Sabe Mezcal. Garnished with Fresh Pineapple and a Black Lava Salt Rim
The Dirty Bourbon$9.00
Bulleit Bourbon, Brown Sugar Simple Syrup, Angostura Bitters, Moscatel Sherry, Garnished with an Orange Twist
The 99 Peaches$10.00
Milagro Silver Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice, Peach Purée, Triple Sec, Garnished with Lime Wedges and an Inverted 99 Peaches Miniature
The Skinny$10.00
Herradura Silver Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice Garnished with a Lemon Wheel
Jalapeño Cucumber$10.00
Patron Silver Tequila, Muddled Fresh Jalapeño and Cucumber, Agave Nectar, Triple Sec, Garnished with Fresh Lime and a Red Chile Rim
The Latin Manhattan$10.00
Don Julio Anejo Tequila, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters, Garnished with an Orange Twist and Luxardo Cherries
The Smokin Room$11.00
Creyente Mezcal, Muddled Tamarind and Cilantro, Pineapple Juice, and Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
The Fuzzy Lift$9.00
Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Peach Nectar, and Classic Red Bull
Bucha Mule$9.00
Ginger Kombucha, Vodka, Agave Nectar, and Lime Juice
Kombucha Margarita$10.00
Elderberry Kombucha, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, Milagro Silver Tequila, and Triple Sec

Tequila

Blancos

Siete Leguas$9.00
Partida$10.00
Corralejo$11.00
Centenario$10.00
Chamucos$11.00
Don Julio$11.00
Maestro Dobel Diamante$11.00
Casamigos$11.00
El Jimador$9.00
Milagro Select Barrel$9.00
Patron$10.00
Clase Azul$12.00
Casa Noble$11.00
Asombroso$12.00
Centinela$10.00
Casa Dragones$12.00
Herradura$9.00
1800$9.00
Avion$9.00
Espolon$9.00
Camarena$9.00
Frida$9.00

Reposado

Siete Leguas$9.00
Partida$10.00
Corralejo$10.00
Centenario$10.00
Chamucos$10.00
Don Julio$12.00
Casamigos$12.00
El Jimador$9.00
Milagro Select Barrel$13.00
Patron$12.00
Clase Azul$13.00
Casa Noble$12.00
Asombroso$12.00
Centinela$10.00
Casa Dragones$12.00
Herradura$10.00
1800$10.00
Avion$9.00
Espolon$9.00
Camarena$9.00
Frida$9.00

Añejo

Siete Leguas$9.00
Partida$12.00
Corralejo$11.00
Centenario$11.00
Chamucos$11.00
Don Julio$12.00
Casamigos$12.00
El Jimador$10.00
Milago S.B.$12.00
Patron$14.00
Clase Azul$14.00
Casa Noble$14.00
Centinela$11.00
Herradura$12.00
1800$11.00
Avion$10.00
Espolon$10.00
Camarena$10.00
Frida$10.00

Extra Añejo

Herradura Seleccion$39.00
Patron Burdeos$45.00
Patron Piedra$35.00
Patron Guillermo del Toro$50.00
Milagro Unico$39.00
Don Julio 1942$24.00
Don Julio Real$39.00
Avion 44$24.00
Clase Azul$85.00
Jose Cuervo Rolling Stone$24.00

Non-Alcoholic

Soft Drinks$2.79
Iced Tea$2.79
Lemonade$2.79
Flavorings$0.30
Coffee$1.99
Milk$1.99
no refill

What 18 people are saying

Cantina Nueva reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.8

3.8 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
3.9Service
3.6Ambience
3.8Value

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18 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico1 review
1.0
Dined on September 4, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It is closed.
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Masa VIP
New Mexico113 reviews
1.0
Dined on August 19, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
As reported before to Open Table - I arrived at restaurant at time of our reservation. A sign on restaurant door said 'Ceased Operations'.
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PamY
New Mexico1 review
3.0
Dined on July 6, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Cantina Nueva was worth trying out but I'll likely not go again. The menu made the food seem more interesting than it actually was. The chicken mole enchiladas were very tasty and the refritos and rice were better than most, but really just the same old thing. Corn cakes are on the menu, why not use that as the main side or give people options. Or create really unique sides that aren't served in every other Mexican/southwestern restaurant. The pork belly tacos were just okay, again more promise than reality. Quality good but could have been more flavorful and pork belly rendered better. The Silver Coin was a very good margarita. Given there are several offerings that people may not be familiar with, like jack fruit tacos, why not let diners mix and match to get an idea of what they like. I would love to try jack fruit, but not if I have to purchase all three the same.
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Lisa1y VIP
New Mexico9 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always great food! If you’re looking for hot chile, 9/10 times you’re in the right place. The chicken stuffed chile rellenos are delicious!
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DanW
New Mexico2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We arrived for our 7:30 reservation and our table was already set up and waiting for our group of 5. The hostess was very friendly and greeted us with a big smile. At first, we were seated in the restaurant we had a difficult time hearing each other because it was extremely loud. We asked to move outside to the patio and the manager and staff were very accommodating, even though there was not a table large enough to seat us. They joined a couple of tables together to fit our group and it worked perfectly. The wait staff was very professional and friendly and the food quality was great. The only suggestions I would make is to install some sound panels to control the loudness and place some type of decorations on the wall to give the restaurant a cozier feel, it feels very cold (not temperature) and sterile, not homey. Overall, excellent experience!
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PRMH
New Mexico7 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 21, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Their gluten-free labels are inaccurate. Be sure to ask the server to check with the cook staff.
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JosB
New Mexico27 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 21, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We were looking forward to our dinner there. Like the concept. But it clearly is going thru it’s start up phase. Drinks were excellent. Food was so, so. The wait staff were energetic but seemed to be learning as they went. We were looking forward to the street tacos. Disappointed that a person could not order a mix of tacos. Server explained it was too hard to do..??? We’ll probably try again after a few months after they get their act together both on operation and food. In the meantime it’s a good place for a margarita.
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michael
New Mexico7 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 24, 2019
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I will not be revisiting this restaurant. Food was bland, Taco's were boring
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PattyM
New Mexico1 review
4.0
Dined on January 3, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I ordered avocado toast ($13) from the appetizer menu and a crab/lobster taco. The appetizer was the meal. The taco tasted good, but for $9 the size of the taco was 2.5 inches. 3 tacos for $10-13 would've been more worth it. My husband ordered the mole enchiladas. A great taste and meal size. The only reason The dessert Chimis were delicious I gave 4 stars over 5 was the taco size and prices.
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Tizaseats
New Mexico41 reviews
3.0
Dined on December 3, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was very good but waiting more than an hour, when it was obviously a slow Sunday evening was very disappointing. The kitchen even shut down equipment so we couldn’t get our free sopaipillas added insult to a birthday dinner.
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5935 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Additional information

Neighborhood
Far Northeast Heights
Hours of operation
Monday-Thursday: 11:00am-9:00pm; Friday-Saturday: 11:00am-10:00pm; Sunday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Website
http://www.cantinanueva.com/

Cantina Nueva

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Appetizers

Avocado Toast$9.00

Nachos$9.00

Carne Bruschetta$8.00

Shrimp Ceviche Tostada$8.00

Tableside Guacamole$10.00

Cantina Wings$10.00

Grilled Elote$5.00

Green Chile Macaroni & Cheese$7.00

Soup

Short Rib Green Chile Stew

Posole

Elote Soup

Salad

Champagne Salad$11.00

Mexican Cobb Salad$13.00

Mexican Caesar Salad$9.00

Sandwiches

Stuffed Torta$13.00

Green Chile Bacon Cheese Burger$13.00

Veggie Burger$10.00

Street Tacos

Al Pastor$3.00

Chicken$3.00

Green Chile Black Bean Taco$3.00

Jack Fruit Carnitas$3.00

Chile Glazed Pork Belly$3.00

Tempura Avocado$3.00

Carne Asada Taco$3.00

Mahi Mahi$4.00

Tri-Tip$4.00

Lobster / Crab Tacos$6.00

Green Chile Short Rib$6.00

Shrimp$4.00

Sides

Beans

Rice

Queso

Smashed Potatoes

Calabacitas

Corn Cake

Jicama Slaw

Side Salad

Green Chile Mac N' Cheese

Guacamole

Apple Slaw

Platos

Fajita Platter$16.00

Pollo Monterey$18.00

Tres Amigos$13.00

Lobster Taquitos$25.00

Lobster Enchiladas$25.00

Chicken Molé Enchiladas$13.00

Carne Adovada Plate$15.50

Veggie Medley Plate$9.00

Burrito Magnifico$18.50

Dessert

Coconut Avocado Ice Cream$4.00

Dessert Nachos$6.00

Dessert Chimis$6.00

Frozen Mexican Hot Chocolate$4.00

Flan$6.00

Draft Beer

Craft & Local

LA Cumbre a Slice of Hefen

LA Cumbre Project Dank

Stone Ruination IPA

Stone Scorpion Bowl

Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze

New Belgium Mural Fresca

Left Hand Milk Stout

Bosque Elephants on Parade

Marble Double White

Santa Fe 7K IPA

Mexican