Albuquerque · Bernalillo County, NM

Food & Drink in Albuquerque

Scout analyzed 113 Albuquerque places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

113

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Scout-verified spots

Little Bear Coffee at Sawmill Market

Sawmill Area

Little Bear Coffee at Sawmill Market

This coffee shop is a good spot for a quick stop to grab a drink and a small bite, likely as part of a larger visit to Sawmill Market. Expect to spend under $15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Char

Albuquerque Original Townsite

Char

Char is suitable for an upscale dinner or special occasion, often paired with a downtown event. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Rust Is Gold Coffee

San Gabriel

Rust Is Gold Coffee

This is a good spot for a quick coffee break or to grab a pastry, typically taking 30 minutes and costing $5-15 per person. It's suitable for a solo stop or a casual meet-up.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Amalie Coffee Co

Silver Hill

Amalie Coffee Co

Amalie Coffee Co. is a good spot for a quick coffee break or a light bite, fitting well into a morning or afternoon outing. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Tula's Kitchen

Jefferson Commons

Tula's Kitchen

Tula's Kitchen is a casual American restaurant suitable for a quick, affordable meal. It's a good stop for breakfast or lunch, expecting to spend about an hour and $15-25 per person.

FoodRelaxed
$15–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Sawmill Market

Sawmill Area

Sawmill Market

Sawmill Market is a good spot for a casual meal or drinks, offering diverse food options for families, friends, or solo outings. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Humble Coffee Company

Nob Hill

Humble Coffee Company

Humble Coffee Company is a good spot for a quick breakfast or coffee break, suitable for a casual solo stop or with family. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
M'tucci's Bar Roma

Nob Hill

M'tucci's Bar Roma

M'tucci's Bar Roma is suitable for an evening meal, offering Italian cuisine and drinks for 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person, making it a good choice for a date or small group dinner.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Zendo Coffee

Raynolds Addition

Zendo Coffee

Zendo Coffee is good for a casual coffee stop or light breakfast, taking 30-60 minutes and costing $5-$15 per person. It pairs well with a downtown walk or as a starting point for exploring local shops.

FoodArtsShopping
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Campo at Los Poblanos

Food & Drink

Campo at Los Poblanos

Campo at Los Poblanos is suitable for an upscale dinner, often for a special occasion or date night, providing New American plates in a scenic setting. Expect a 2-hour experience with a typical spend of $75-$150 per person.

FoodViewsCocktails
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Kosmos Restaurant

Wells Park

The Kosmos Restaurant

The Kosmos is a good spot for a relaxed meal of burgers and craft beers, potentially after exploring nearby areas. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
High Noon Restaurant & Saloon

Old Town

High Noon Restaurant & Saloon

High Noon Restaurant & Saloon is a classic choice for a dinner out, offering steaks and wild game in a stylish setting. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Burning Daylight Coffee Co.

Homestead - Gardenspot

Burning Daylight Coffee Co.

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink and a small bite, pairing well with errands or a walk. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Napoli Coffee - Midtown

American Square

Napoli Coffee - Midtown

This coffee shop is suitable for a relaxed solo or small group outing, perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon break. Expect to spend under $20 per person for coffee and a pastry/sandwich, and plan for about an hour.

FoodShoppingArts
$8–$18 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sixty-Six Acres

Near North Valley

Sixty-Six Acres

Sixty-Six Acres is suitable for a relaxed meal of sandwiches and flatbreads, perfect for a casual lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Slow Burn Coffee Roasters

Wells Park

Slow Burn Coffee Roasters

This is a good spot for a quick coffee break or a relaxed solo session, with typical visits lasting around 30 minutes and costing $5-$15 per person.

FoodRelaxedQuiet
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Seasons 52

Uptown

Seasons 52

Seasons 52 is suitable for a refined dinner or special occasion, offering seasonal American dishes and a wine list. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $40-80 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Jefferson Commons

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Cheddar's is a casual American chain restaurant suitable for family meals, offering comfort food and drinks. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for an hour to an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Farm & Table

Alameda

Farm & Table

Farm & Table offers an upscale dining experience for special occasions, serving local, seasonal cuisine. Plan for about 90 minutes and a per-person cost of $50-$100.

FoodAnimalsViews
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Trifecta Coffee Company

Edmon Industrial Park

Trifecta Coffee Company

Visit Trifecta Coffee Company for a quick coffee and pastry, suitable for a solo stop or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a short 30-minute visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Antiquity Restaurant

Old Town

Antiquity Restaurant

Antiquity Restaurant is ideal for a romantic dinner or special celebration, offering a higher-end steak and seafood meal that typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $75-$150 per person before drinks, and reservations are advisable.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Vernon's Speakeasy

Alameda

Vernon's Speakeasy

Vernon's is an underground speakeasy steakhouse for a romantic or special occasion dinner. Expect to spend 2 hours and $100-200 per person, and reservations are required.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$100–$200 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cutbow Coffee

Near North Valley

Cutbow Coffee

This coffee shop is ideal for a quick solo stop, a casual meet-up, or a brief part of a larger outing. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Blackbird Coffee House

Casa De Armijo And Plaza Hacienda

Blackbird Coffee House

This is a good spot for a quick, affordable coffee or light meal, suitable for an individual or small group looking for a relaxed start to the day or an afternoon break. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes here for under $15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

What Scout found

  • 35 of the 113 analyzed Albuquerque places fit food & drink.
  • 6% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 49% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Romantic, Upscale, Quiet, Playful.

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