Char

Name: Char
Address: 125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM, United States, 87102-3304
Telephone: (505) 923-9080
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (19)

$31 to $50

American

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

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2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

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
(505) 923-9080
Website
https://hotelandaluz.com/dine-and-drink/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Marcos Espinoza

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

What 19 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

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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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.

19 Reviews

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James
Portland5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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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Sara
Central Coast17 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
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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Kathleen
New Mexico4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
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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Tammy VIP
New Mexico3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
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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Michael VIP
New Mexico133 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Char at Hotel Andaluz dazzles with Wagyu steaks cooked on a 400°F charcoal brick, each bite tender, juicy, and perfectly charred. The bamboo tower offers Himalayan pink salt, coarse white salt, and fresh black pepper for custom seasoning. Sides like parmesan truffle fries and Mexican street corn are crave-worthy, while sauces—chimichurri, red and green salsa, and pickled onions—elevate every bite. Alysha’s attentive service redefines hospitality. Dessert, a Pan de Muerto white cake with strawberry coulis, ends the meal on a light, sweet note. Each visit shows clear, continuous improvement.
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Kevin
New Mexico3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely worth trying. Great service. Excellent food. Great atmosphere. I recommend the Burger or the red chile enchiladas!!!!
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Dale
New Mexico23 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Like Char. Wish they had booths. Was kinda noisy— not energetic.
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Sara
Toledo3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had an amazing meal just like always. My plan is to keep going back until I’ve had everything on the menu. I’m almost there. Love, dining here. Great ambience great service great food.
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Gabriel
New Mexico1 review
5.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience! We live in Albuquerque and wanted to try a new restaurant, so glad we did! The service was pleasant, the atmosphere was relaxing and the food was authentically on point. Only in NM can you get a flight of chili flavors :). One other thing, we were presented a handwritten thank you card for joining Char for dining. That was an added touch that we appreciated. Top notch dining experience, we will visit Char again.
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Paul
New Mexico1 review
4.0
Dined on April 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good, food is a bit pricey. Can get food just as good at a reasonable price. Service was ok. Our server was busy helping others and seemed as if we were forgotten. We decide to order dessert, he brought us the dessert menu. He took about 20 min to come back, same happened for refills etc. He took long to come back to check on us.
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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 19 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

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

Website
https://hotelandaluz.com/dine-and-drink/
Phone number
(505) 923-9080

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