“This visit, service was top notch, food has been good every time. Unique atmosphere the Corrales location is a house converted into a restaurant.Quite good. Parking is gravel and limited.Interesting menu, has standard fair and other area specific items of a high quality. Have never been disappointed with the food. Service has varied but hasn't ever been unacceptable and seems to be better every visit.Parking: Gravel, and because of amount of business kind of small (Popular place).Usually worth it.Slightly pricy but good eats.“
“The Albuquerque area has a slew of great breweries, and every time I come to town, I make a concerted effort to visit as many as possible. My ABQ Brewery Map has more than three dozen pins on it, and I have finally been to almost all of them.And…finally…I made it to Ex Novo in Corrales. It’s not that I wasn’t already familiar with their beers, because they have distro in the Amarillo area. But just like with Guinness in Ireland, the beer always tastes better at the brewery. So off I went along a narrow, winding road to find the source of this good cheer.I’m just glad they do small pours separate from the flights of four, because there were six I wanted to have.On my flight I went with my fave Mass Ascension (West Coast IPA; 6.9% ABV), Misnakes Were Made ((West Coast IPA; 7% ABV), Sadnia Slice (Hazy IPA; 7.1% ABV), and Crueltor (Hazy IPA; 6.5% ABV). This was an amazing quartet of hoppiness, and I could find no faults. I followed suit with Short pours of Extra Time (Amber Ale; 5.3% ABV) and Liquid Sweater (Winter Ale; 7%ABV). Back here in Texas I have also had Perle Haggard (German Pilsner; 5.1% ABV). Once again, all stellar performers, which with the others noted above give me no uncertainties in declaring ex Love to be in my Top 5 for ABQ.Ex Novo is renovating the old Firestone dealer in downtown ABQ for a taproom, which should open later in Spring 2024. That will be convenient if only because Corrales is a bit of a hike from town. Either way, though, the beer flowing from their taps is inspired and inspiring. Even though I can buy it in Amarillo, I want to return to the brewery if only for the experience of being there so close to its source.“
“I’ve been going here for years and years. It’s my favorite tap room in the entire city. I just found out that the owner decided to close it down! TERRIBLE decision. Awful. I’ve been to the taproom on Jefferson…. It’s not even comparable. It’s plain and lacks any character. Why would ownership do this? So many regulars who visit this place, amazing staff, excellent beer, good music. And you shut it down? Unfortunately, this may be the end of my visits to boxing bear. How sad.“
“Phenomenal! Cute decor with excellent ambiance. Really nice patio. My husband had the white wine flight and I had the red, really excellent wines. We shared the apple walnut salad which was delicious. I had the filet mignon, and it was honestly the best steak I've had in Albuquerque. He had the ribeye with a lobster tail and was also very happy. To finish we shared the lava cake which was decadent. Overall, extremely happy with our experience and the price was totally reasonable, 10/10 recommend and we will be back!!“
“I like I Scream Ice Cream! It's a retro ice cream shop that offers huge selection of ice cream flavors (and toppings). The environment also takes you back in time to see all the fun paraphernalia back in the past. While the ice cream isn't homemade, I think this shop offers a good opportunity to just come and relax and enjoy your time with some cool desserts. You can get to try many flavors in a single order (get upto 3 flavors and a free topping in a cup!) The staff was polite and let me take my sweet time to decide on what I wanted. The serving portion was generous as well. This place was popular! I came in around 7pm and there were 10+ people coming in and out! Very nice and relaxing and just a cool environment to enjoy desserts! I would love to stop by again and love that we have this unique ice cream shop here in this university area!“
“What a way to round up an amazing trip! The painted lady was the icing on the cake. We spent an amazing week in The mountains of new mexico. Unfortunately, we didn't know we were going to love painted lady so much. We certainly should have come earlier So we could really enjoy this amazing space. Jessie The owner operator has really Taking the time to put his attention into every Detail. The rooms are gorgeous. The trolley is amazing. Several types of coffee and tea. The bed was so cozy and comfortable. The artifacts hanging all over the place Really such a back in time. You could spend hours reading the stories he has on the wall. We stayed in charley and our other friends stayed in lizzie. Both rooms We're beyond what I expected. You will enjoy this from the moment you go through their beautiful handmade gate. I could talk for hours about the fire pit And the cornhole. The pillows and the lighting. Thanks jessie we had a great time.“
“Stopped for the night in ABQ on a roadtrip. Needed a good cup before getting on the road. .This place did the job AND THEN SOME!Small roaster that clearly takes a lot of pride in their product as well as making sure the staff is knowledgeable and helpful.If you are anywhere near here and you don't go here... why do you hate yourself?“
“The first time I went, I was lucky enough to get the last pastry. It was so amazing, so of course I had to go back the next day. Both times the pastry’s were amazing so delicious never had a pastry so good before. Hopefully I can travel again to New Mexico and get more soon.“
“I really enjoy this coffee shop, all my drinks have been good. They have a nice selection of pastries and food, great vegan options.My only complaint is that there is a very strong air freshener or room fragrance odor. It is very overwhelming to me, and I’m not usually sensitive to perfumes or scents. My go to drink is an americano and while the drink is very good there is a hint of the fragrance in the after taste so it’s not as enjoyable as it has been before. This isn’t the first time the scent in the shop has been strong but this is the first time I’ve noticed it in my drink.Everything else about this place is great, plenty of space to meet up with friends or get some work done.“
“Really cute coffee shop in the North Northeast. Plenty of indoor or outdoor seating. You have great mountain views if you sit outside. Wifi is really good if you're catching up on some work. It's pretty quiet during the week if you like reading, but gets busy on the weekends. Lots of caffe options, if you like variety. Great social spot for bicyclists or hikers in the area who want a little break before or after their adventure!“
“We were looking for new seafood restaurants and this one popped up. We decided to try it. Everything on the all you can eat menu was super delicious. The only thing I didn't like is that you are timed and that if you want to take leftovers home you have to pay extra.“
Bubble Tea • $
“Are ya ready kids???Yeah!I can't hear you!!!I feel like I'm walking into Bikini Bottom every time I go in. I love it!! And the fact it's right across the street from one of the movie studios makes it even better. This place is great! They've decorated really well, the big "nap pod" chair by the front is AMAZING! It's so comfy.. They have games for kids (and adults too I suppose). Looks like they have a little lounge area in the back..not sure if they have a gaming console or not.. either way, it's cool.The drinks are great, too! Currently having the Thai Tea..one of my fav's. The other day I had the hot chai tea. Gotta say the chai is REALLY good!Yes, it's a little out of the way, but you should make the trip. It's a really neat little joint!Kid-friendliness: The place is literally built for kids to have fun!Wheelchair accessibility: Very ADA friendly.“
“What a great and cute little place. If you want to have some time with a daughter or niece, this is the cute tea spot to go to. I ordered to go on this occasion, and they were making the Boba in front of me. The atmosphere was unbelievable, and I found myself smiling. The tea was delicious and very affordable, and the cup it came in was sturdy to bring home for further use. Will return over and over again!Parking: Large parking lot for the shopping strip.Kid-friendliness: Super cute and kid friendly.Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs.“
“Wonderful taste of Costa Rica. If you want to try something new and unique to NM, this will not disappoint. We had some petacones as appetizers and it was so good. Service is better than amazing. And the atmosphere is what makes this place more than pleasant. Highly recommend!“
“Great service and really good food. The only gripe I had was they need to toast their garlic bread a bit more.Wheelchair accessibility: My companion uses a wheelchair and could not use the disability stall because the door goes in, not out.“
Breakfast • $
“Superb service. Food that looked as good as it tasted. A full breakfast menu. There was one gluten free item: a large oatmeal pancake with fruit on the top, a blueberry sauce and maple syrup on the side. There was a long wait to get in, but you can check in online to reserve a spot in line. The app will tell you what the wait is and message you when the time is up.“
“I ordered a loose leaf turmeric and ginger tea latte. It was absolutely delicious and the staff answered all of my questions about what I was ordering. The staff even checked me while I sipped my tea to make sure I liked it. I'll definitely be trying more of their menu.“
“Pretty beautiful outdoor space to relax and drink a coffee. They only have filtered coffee at a self serve station. Sometimes they have live music. We were there while the it was windy and the cottonwoods were flying around everywhere but it was still very nice. Its quite tucked away but eventually you find yourself in a beautiful haven in the middle of Albuquerque.“
“Everything at Napoli Coffee is amazing! The staff is always friendly and I love the atmosphere too. The Black Forest is my favorite drink but they are all very yummy! I also love to come here to shop for handcrafted gifts or to pick up a new pair of earrings.“
“Great food spot for a nice meal. Went in for breakfast and they had a pretty good breakfast croissant sandwich with side of potatoes. Very filling. My friend had the French toast and she enjoyed them as well. The service was phenomenal, everyone was really nice and friendly. I'd come back again to try an actual sandwich for lunch.“
“Our 1st time there but DEFINITELY not the last! We prefer to support local peeps & I'm ALL about the beer scene but the wife prefers wine. Fortunately for her they had a very nice Temperanillo. We both greatly enjoyed the local artistry and wound up buying one of prints displayed there.“
“This place is efficient and delicious. We came after the lunch rush and I was starving. We got our pizza quickly. It is apparent that this establishment uses quality ingredients. One of the other things that was on display was a job posting. I was surprised to see they offer paid leave and health benefits. If a company cares about its employees, you will usually find great service and that was the case during our visit.“
Pet Friendly • $$
“Huge shout out to the amazing Root 66 food truck here in Albuquerque! Plant Powered Events made it possible for the food truck to be at ReSource Brewing Company for our sanctuaries fundraiser this past Valentines weekend. The service was great, the food was delicious and in true fashion Albuquerque can’t get enough of the food truck so happy they were able to sell out!“
“A great, lively atmosphere. The food was 1st class, and our server Jude was fun and engaging. There was a little 10min wait, but no problem. We reviewed the menu and relaxed, and were ready when Jude arrived. Everything arrived exactly as ordered, and we added To-Go entrées at the end for our late night dinner. I only wish I’d gotten some take home brew … their offerings are very appealing…. I won’t forget them next time.“
Fine Dining • $$
“The Wine and Dine is a wonderful experience. If you don't drink wine, you don't need to. Or you can take the bottle home if you don't finish (or even start it). The appetizers are intriguing, the main course is cooked to perfection. and the dessert is decadent. We enjoy a fantastic meal, watching the sun reflect on the Sandias, in the middle of the week.“
“Easter bunnies, chocolate penises & vaginas, Breaking Bad merch, brittles, piñon caramels, licorice, truffles, fudge, coconut haystacks, and the inimitable peanut butter crunch... Josette and Ryan and Tammy and Orina are sooooo nice... there's even sugar free for diabetics. And of course Walter White's blue meth (this is the store that supplied the props). You cannot miss this stop on your Breaking Bad tour!!!!“
Brewery • $
“Great beer as always, i always get the milk stout. Good atmosphere, never too busy the staff is great, friendly, and very helpful. I always hear them talking to new customers about their beer. No longer in abq, but when i am, i always stop in for a pint.“
“This is my favorite paleta bar, always delicious, and my partner and I go out of our way to get the blueberry limeade, I wish it was always available cause we get it by the jug.Cecilia was a wonderful help, she remembered I love taro milkshakes and is always friendly and does a great job.My current favorite is fresas con crema, absolutely delicious, I think about it all week.“
“Amazing service, the food and coffee are even better. Their coffee is so good that my husband gets them to send it to him every month. The atmosphere here is very cozy and inviting. We will definitely visit here again Next time we come to Albuquerque.“
Brewery • $
“We visited Boxing Bear our first night in town and we loved the location. VERY dog friendly, great beer and several restaurants in the same strip center so lots of food variety. I could see this as a very regular hangout for locations with all those positives. We will visit again when we are back in town.“
“I really enjoyed the food here - a wonderful breakfast burrito and caramel macchiato coffee. But the bike shop side of things is also outstanding. The overwhelming thing about this place is just how delightful all the team members are. Plus there are a bunch of desserts in the cooler and I have to go back and make sure those are okay. You know, just to be sure.“
Coffee Shops • $
“First time customer review. I was in a hurry so I did a drinks to go curbside. I ordered a cap, a latte and an Americano and they were all excellent. I'm unsure if they're a local business or part of a chain. I do hope that they're the former & not the latter because I do like to support local businesses and frankly speaking I'm getting a bit weary of the corporate Java shops. The location is definitely off the beaten path and I might have never stumbled across it if I hadn't noticed a small sign for their biz pinned to a chain link fence at the northeast corner of La Cueva high school. Check them out. I definitely recommend them with 5 stars and two thumbs up.“
“We are in from out of town and Bow & Arrow came highly recommended. The beer selection, including the N/A options were outstanding. I was able to try the New England IPA, and the Baltic porter and I am a fan. The service was really kind and helpful. Not only was I thrilled that this is an Indigenous, woman owned business, but I was excited to see what a melting pot of people fill the tables. We’ll definitely be back when we’re in town next wearing our Bow & Arrow merch!“
“Several of my neighbors have been talking about how much they enjoy going to the Kaktus Brewing Company and today one of them actually invited me to go along so I took him up on the offer and I'm really glad I did. The place wasn't much to look at but it truly is a hidden gem! The people were very pleasant and the beer was both cold and tasty? They even had New Mexico spirits and some cool merch. I'm already planning another trip back and next time I'll be partaking in some of that delicious smelling pizza - or maybe the awesome duck sausage salad! A must try!“
“Amazing bakery...worth every dollar spent...why? because they put more than just ingredients in the bowl..they put love...passion...service..dedication...they truly support the community (as proven during covid when they continually gave away free pizzas). the kiosk is sooo awesome! thank you for being here for all of us, even though some arent always there for you.....we appreciate you! yummmmmmmy“
“I stop by Bedrock Kitchen once a week to pick up food for my work lunch. I LOVE this place. The ingredients are fresh and the food is consistently delicious.I'm a meat eater, but I usually get their salads with the Green Goddess dressing and the "meatloaf"/mashed potato combo because they are so tasty. I also really like their stuffed dates.I highly recommend this place for good tasting & healthy food.“
“This is a cute coffee spot in town! It was louder inside than I expected. The music was upbeat and loud as opposed to soft elevator music. There were also lots of younger people. Many were on their laptops in the back seating area, so it left the outside clear. There are so many tables outside btw. They do have a lot of space. There was plenty of parking. The baristas are friendly. I got a matcha latte, and they served it in a big cup that was hard to carry away from the bar. It was filled to the top. They had donuts in a case, but the donuts looked old.“
“My husband and I stoped in to try a new coffee place. I got a chia latte and my husband got a cortado- the drinks were great. I normally don’t like cortados but had a sip of my husbands and enjoyed it- very well balanced. Everyone was friendly and it’s well decorated with some seating. Good choice of drinks, and beans! Definitely found a new favorite.“
“My cousin recommended this breakfast joint. And I am soooo glad she did. The Daily Grind is off the hook. Here I have an everything bagel stuffed with egg, mild cheddar, grilled Hatch Chile and bacon. Best breakfast bagel I have ever had, gods honest truth. The egg was light and fluffy and also cooked well done just like I requested, the bacon was extra crispy and the hatch chile was amazing, as usual. The Daily Grind is located on Cutler in Midtown ABQ. Stop by and say hello, I’m sure they’d love to see you. And remember to always support local over national. #supportlocal“
“I finally decided to give small cakes another try today after 5 years and I do not regret it. Call it fate if you will, but I peeked in the window and was met by a smiling employee. He was an absolute sweet heart! I didn’t get his name, but I ended up buying a cake and a Valentine’s Day box of cupcakes. I hadn’t been in for years due to a bad interaction with a former employee there. That being said, he absolutely restored my faith in the company and I’ll be coming here for my sweet treats from here on out! Thank you, amazing person! I’ll not forget your kindness!!“
“The onion rings included the Fish 'n Chips are the best we've ever had. The fish and chips are EPIC! The atmosphere is very comfortable and pleasant. The chicken with salad is very tasty, too! The cook is nailing it here. A respectful choice of craft beer and domestic beer.“
“I really enjoyed the vanilla raspberry with chocolate shavings milk shake last night! It was super yummy and fresh, best customer service ever! The sweetest couple making the sweetest treats. Thanks for coming out serve up some tasty treats at the reggae show last night!“
“We often go to Taste of India. The food is excellent and the staff is friendly and accommodating. My sole complaint is that it is too cold in the winter and too warm in the summer. They get a LOT of takeout traffic and so the food is constantly opening. Maybe build up the wall between the door and the dining room, maybe put thicker curtains on the windows. I wish they were more generous with temperature control. However… the food and service are wonderful!! Parking is plentiful, vegetarian options are abundant and delicious. The tandoori fish is tasty.“
“I was not too impressed. I went in hungry, ordered the Crafty with a pretzel bun and added green Chile. Thinking a $12.⁰⁰ Hotdog would fill me up, I was wrong. We even shared some fries as well, (I ate most of them).The Food was ok, not worth $10 -12 bucks. The store has 3 tables or so and there was more dirty then clean tables. I would much rather go down to Sam's and buy a Dog there. Over all. . . Not too happy.“
“Blade's is my reward to myself after a hard week at work. It is convenient to stop on my trip back home to Santa Fe. While I have my favorite, sautéed chicken livers, I am frequently enticed to try a special of the day. Not only is the food selection outstanding but also the easy, relaxed atmosphere makes dining so enjoyable. Unlike many other restaurants, there is no blaring music to hurry you through your meal and out the door. I really can't write enough compliments to recommend Blade's Bistro.“
“Finally a good coffee place with a drive thru. When you have a newborn it sucks lugging the car seat around and also wanting to try new coffee places. Went through the drive thru and the worker was so patient answering the questions I had about the different drinks. I settled on the iced honey bee latte and it was awesome.“
“Really unique space, there is even art on the chairs, as well as the coolest collection of old beer cans. The old school video games are a perfect touch, and most importantly, the beer is delicious! I especially loved the rice lager and doppelbock.“
“Marble does not serve food, there was a food truck, and a pizza place next door, but no food from Marble. Now the beer, oh I can wax poetic on the beer, I had the uptown brown, oh I'm getting fond of that beer. The beer here (poetic ain't I) is very good, beyond very it's fantastic, truly great beer. The staff were quick to get me a pint, and kept up with our table. Just a really pleasant evening, made better with great beer.“
“The price tag is nothing compared to what you're getting, delicious food, drinks and fun drag show. He has different events from time to time, instagram is the best place to see what is scheduled next.Vegetarian options: Mushroom tacosDietary restrictions: Gluten free options, dairy free options“
“To go meal tonight Wings....good....properly cooked, nice and meaty Dust Devil For Fire Eaters Only! Pepperoni Pizza Heavily Sprinkled with Local Red Chile Powder.....i enjoyed it, love my red chile....not all that hot really, just lots of flavor“