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El Pinto, Albuquerque, NM

El Pinto

4.6 (7457)
$30 and under
Mexican / Southwestern
10500 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
El Pinto is open for outdoor covered patio dining and indoor seating.

Open daily. Monday through Thursday from 11am-9pm. Friday & Saturday 11am-10pm. Sunday 10:30am-9pm.

Nestled in the cottonwoods, El Pinto was founded with 10 tables in 1962. Twin brothers John and Jim Thomas, carry on the family tradition and have expanded El Pinto into the quintessential "Spot" for healthy and fresh New Mexican cuisine. Experience an authentic Taste of New Mexico.

The Salsa Twins are pairing tradition with innovative healthy nutrition at El Pinto. El Pinto established the first and only Animal Welfare Approved laying hen program on property. 250 hens lay pasture raised eggs for daily use. An onsite green house produces over 5,000 lbs of organically grown greens.

Freshness is throughout El Pinto. El Pinto uses chile from Hatch, NM, pasture raised pork from Kyzer Farms, and local grass fed beef.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican / Southwestern, Mexican, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (505) 898-1771
  • Website
    http://www.elpinto.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    El Pinto Restaurant is the spot for events. We have the capacity to host everything from small family groups to very large corporate events with our signature 4-Star service and exceptional attention to detail for a truly stress free affair. Reservations are required for parties of 10 or more.
  • Location
    10500 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
  • Neighborhood
    Albuquerque
  • Cross street
    Second Street North of Alameda
  • Parking details
    Ample parking available on site for individuals and tour buses. Reservations strongly recommended.
  • Entertainment
    Free live music each Tue and Thurs night from 6:30 to 8 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 7,457 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Good for groups

  • New Mexico

    Great for outdoor dining

  • New Mexico

    Most Booked

  • Albuquerque

    Great for brunch

  • Albuquerque

    Kid-friendly

  • Albuquerque

    Good for groups

  • Albuquerque

    Healthy

  • Albuquerque

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Albuquerque

    Great for scenic views

  • Albuquerque

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Pinto offers "consistently good food," "excellent service," and a "pleasant ambiance." Known for its "wonderful New Mexican cuisine," the restaurant is a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Guests appreciate the "great patio" and "authentic atmosphere," making it a top choice for celebrations and family gatherings.

7,457 Reviews

  1. Kevin

    New Mexico3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had better carne adovada but the portions were good and the service was plenty without being overbearing. This place has been around a very long time and they’ve been consistent over the past 20+ years I’ve been going.

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  2. Becky VIP

    Oklahoma City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful patio with excellent staff! Delicious fun menu with some of the best best eats in New Mexico.

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  3. Clint VIP

    New Mexico72 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was distracted. No drink refills. Rib eye steak not as tasty as usual. Bill was incorrect.

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  4. Christine

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seated promptly and out the door 45 minutes later! Food and drinks delicious.

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  5. Kayvan VIP

    Los Angeles65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Mother’s Day, and had been a long while since last visit. Despite the place being packed, service was excellent. The food and grand gold margarita were all top notch. Entire family was pleased. Definitely will be back often.

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  6. Amanda

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious. Mom and stepdad had tostadas. I had green chile queso burger. Shared Levante dessert!

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  7. Jackie

    New Mexico2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very attentive, food was fresh and there were no issues with our order. Will be coming back soon.

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  8. Melissa

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful time for Mother’s Day brunch! Excellent service and atmosphere.

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  9. Christopher

    New Mexico28 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    On the positive side, it’s a great venue with lovely seating, ambiance and vibe. The wait staff is fine, no complaints. The value is not there. For brunch, this Denny’s food with a massive markup. There’s a time and place for a nice brunch, like Mother’s Day, but otherwise you have a plethora of better places for brunch in ABQ.

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  10. Frank

    New Mexico2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our meal and the server did an excellent job.

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FAQs

El Pinto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 898-1771.

El Pinto is rated 4.6 stars by 7457 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 64 times today
Google Map for El Pinto

10500 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second Street North of Alameda
  • Neighborhood
    Albuquerque
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican / Southwestern, Mexican, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking available on site for individuals and tour buses. Reservations strongly recommended.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Free live music each Tue and Thurs night from 6:30 to 8 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.elpinto.com/
  • Phone number
    (505) 898-1771
  • Private party facilities
    El Pinto Restaurant is the spot for events. We have the capacity to host everything from small family groups to very large corporate events with our signature 4-Star service and exceptional attention to detail for a truly stress free affair. Reservations are required for parties of 10 or more.

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