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Char, Albuquerque, NM

Char

4.7
4.7
25 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3304

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
Char redefines New Mexican cuisine by blending contemporary innovation with the bold flavors

that define the Southwestern region. Located inside the historic Hotel Andaluz, Char offers an

elevated dining experience where every dish is a celebration of New Mexico's rich culinary heritage.



Char boasts New Mexico’s only Josper grill, and features live-fire cooking, with an emphasis on

charcoal-fired meats.



The carefully crafted menu features a modern approach to traditional New Mexican ingredients,

showcased in a contemporary style, and paired with exceptional service. Char offers refined

ambiance in an inviting atmosphere, designed to delight guests seeking an elevated and

memorable dining experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Marcos Espinoza
  • Neighborhood
    Albuquerque
  • Cross street
    Second & Copper
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mothers Day Brunch!

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 11th with an unforgettable dining experience at CHAR Restaurant, designed to honor the women who mean the most. Back by Popular Demand: Our Signature Bloody Mary Bar – fully stocked and ready to customize Make a reservation now to secure your spot!!!

What 25 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Best Food

  • New Mexico

    Great for brunch

  • New Mexico

    Hot spot

  • New Mexico

    Lively

  • New Mexico

    American

  • Albuquerque

    Best Overall

  • Albuquerque

    Best Food

  • Albuquerque

    Best Value

  • Albuquerque

    Great for brunch

  • Albuquerque

    Innovative

  • Albuquerque

    Hot spot

  • Albuquerque

    Lively

  • Albuquerque

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Char delights diners with "excellent food" and "attentive service" in a vibrant atmosphere at Hotel Andaluz. The standout Wagyu steaks and diverse menu offerings, including parmesan truffle fries and Mexican street corn, receive high praise. With a rooftop bar and a touch of New Mexican flair, Char is a must-visit culinary gem.

25 Reviews
  1. Paul VIP

    New Mexico28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and food. Would like to see a more extensive wine list.

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  2. Bela VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall an average hotel restaurant. Both my smash burgers were way over cooked.

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  3. Laura

    New Mexico3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience we will definitely be back. Service was good.

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  4. forman

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent new find. Food was outstanding. We both had filets along with several starters and interesting sides - including a chile flight! New Mexican options as well as steaks. No boring potatoes and broccoli sides! Service was impeccable. Will definitely be back.

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  5. Matthew

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great. Food was amazing. Presentation was amazing. Only knock on the service was that the table was a bit small and the hot rock presentation on the steak didn’t really work for the sides and those two things ended up combining into us knocking the foot and plates around. A reflection on the form of the service, not the server, who was exceptional.

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  6. Bryan VIP

    Alabama90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent crafted cocktails, nice appetizer of a choice of red and green sauces and homemade chips. Albondigas was a huge delicious meatball and the calamari with green chilies was good and unique. Mexican corn and queso fundido were tasty. Would definitely eat here again.

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  7. James

    Portland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Birthday dinner was a great experience. Wonderful southwest flavors. Delicious food, attentive service and a popular spot. Expect to pay top dollar.

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  8. Sara

    Central Coast17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was insanely delicious and very well prepared! The drinks were all very creative and super tasty too. Our server was very attentive and friendly and we’ll definitely be back!

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  9. Kathleen

    New Mexico4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had been a few years since being here, restaurant was remodeled. Very nice, food was delicious and Britany our server was absolutely amazing! Would definitely recommend the Wagyu carne asada and the prawns. We will be back

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  10. Tammy VIP

    New Mexico3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. Our waiter staff were attentive and very kind. Margaritas were top notch.

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FAQs

Char offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 923-9080.

Char is rated 4.7 stars by 25 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Char

125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3304

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second & Copper
  • Neighborhood
    Albuquerque
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Marcos Espinoza
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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