ABQ Restaurant Recommendations

Here are a few places I recommend to people who email me asking “Where should I eat at when visiting Albuquerque?”

*Adventurous type

New Mexican

Los Cuates – Good Food, Good Service
Sadies – Hot Chile, Busy
Casa De Benavidez – Great Food, Beautiful Courtyard
El Modelo* – Takeout Only, Off The Beaten Path

Pizza

Farina Pizzeria -Neapolitan style, Fine Dining, Wine
Saggio’s Pizza – Big Slice Collage Joint, Busy, Beer, Sports Bar
Giovanni’s Pizzeria – New York style, Off The Beaten Path

Barbeque

Mr. Powdrells BBQ – ABQ Institution, Home-style Atmosphere
Rudys County Store – Spicy, Texas Style BBQ