  | AlbuquerqueGuava Tree CafeMon-Fri: 9 am-4 pm / Sat-Sun: 11 am-3 pm (subject to change) Cuisine: Caribbean/Cuban, Coffee/Tea/Espresso, Cuban, Deli/Sandwiches, Dessert, Ice Cream/Smoothies, South American
Albuquerque - Downtown Pasion Latin FusionMon-Fri: 11am-2:30pm
Sat: 9am-2pm
Closed Sunday (subject to change) Cuisine: Latin American, Cuban, Fusion, Caribbean/Cuban, Marsicos/Mexican Seafood, Mexican, South American, Spanish Salsa night/ Live Music: - Read more: Locovore: Pasión is a green-chile-infused tour of Latin America (2/16/2012)
Elvis is in the house—Chef Elvis Bencomo, that is. With co-owners Monica (Elvis’ wife) and Orlando (his brother), Pasión Latin Fusion serves up dishes found throughout Latin America with Elvis’ own creative flair. Monica runs the front of the house and her gracious, lively style makes you feel right at home. To eat, there are fish tacos crusted in banana, garnished with pickled onions, avocado and sauce. The succulent carnitas tacos and George’s pescado à la Veracruzana are spectacular. The “croque señorita” is Elvis’ version of a croque-madame—a seared pork chop, fried egg and Swiss cheese served over tacu tacu (Peruvian rice and beans, similar to Cuba's moros y cristianos) with a huacatay (Peruvian mint) cream sauce. (Alibi Staff, September 1, 2011) Add a Review Albuquerque - Nob HillCafé Cubano at Laru Ni HatiTues-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat: 9am-8pm
Closed Sunday & Monday (subject to change)
Barry Manilow did “Copacabana,” but here in Albuquerque we do Café Cubano. Located in the popular unisex salon Laru Ni Hati, this capable Cuban café has good cigars, good bottled beers and an espresso menu worthy of a steamy Havana night. We wouldn’t mention Barry, though. One of their loyal patrons may see fit to clock you with a
plancha. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) View/Add Reviews [ 2 ] Albuquerque - Northeast Heights Just Muffin AroundFull review: That’s right, they said “muffin” (7/24/2008) Read more: Mina's Dish: Goodbye Rodeo, hello Gregorio’s (11/3/2011)
Unlike other bakery/lunch places, this cute little breakfast and lunch spot isn’t at all saccharine in decor: The small space is adorned with works by local artists instead of teddy bears and dried flowers. Service is on the ball. Order at the counter, take a seat and soon a sweet-as-can-be lady will deliver food and napkins. Where the food is concerned, you have two choices: Gorge yourself on fresh-baked muffins or order a lunch mom would be proud of. The muffins rock, and a wide variety of sandwiches--two-handers--are served with a mini muffin in each basket. Too damn adorable for words. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) Add a Review Albuquerque - South ValleyWhile Albuquerque has several grocery stores catering specifically to the Hispanic community, none match Pro’s in size and variety. Just past the overwhelming bakery and right next to the nearly surreal produce section is the store’s cafeteria-style eatery. La Cocina prepares Mexican and Central American dishes from ingredients found in the store while diners sit elbow to elbow at long wooden tables. It’s loud and somewhat confusing, almost like being in a real
mercado.
The food’s authentic, too.
Caldo de pollo
is rich with chicken, the posole packs a delicious punch and the carnitas are to die for. While you’re there, nearby stands offer several varieties of
aguas frescas
, salsas, house-made ice creams, seafood and fried snacks. It’s all pretty darn fresh and inexpensive. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) View/Add Reviews [ 2 ] | 
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