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  | Albuquerque Restaurants near Guild Cinema Albuquerque - Nob HillKelly’s Brew PubSun-Thu: 8am-10:30pm
Fri-Sat: 8am-midnight (hours can change without notice) Read more: Food News (8/25/2016)
Beside the late-night menus and 20-odd house-brewed beers, Kelly's has an enormous, dog-friendly patio that somehow manages to be packed to the elbows, lively and laid-back all at the same time. Snag a spot by the rails for the best people-watching in Nob Hill. The food is decidedly geared toward the bar crowd (the kitchen stays open until 11pm, but food isn’t the strength here), with shades of cow, ostrich, turkey, buffalo or veggie on the burger menu. Get one with a side of sweet potato fries. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)  Korean BBQ House and Sushi & SakeMon-Thurs: 11:30am-9:30pm
Fri-Sat: 11:30am-10:00pm
Sun: 4pm-9pm
Closed 2:30pm-4:30pm daily (hours can change without notice) Full review: Feel the burn (8/16/2007)
For a full course of fine lunchtime cuisine, try the tofu kimchi appetizer, ginger tea and spicy chicken box plate. Nothing in Nob Hill goes down better. Go big on the appetizer list for the taste, but if you're cutting costs, the box plate menu offers more than enough chow for a starving midday appetite. And you can use the extra pennies you saved to splurge on a sake. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)  Korean BBQ House and Sushi & SakeMon- Thu 11:30 am-9:30pm
Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm
Sun 4pm -9pm
Closed Daily 2:30pm-4:30pm (hours can change without notice) Full review: There are rules to this game (2/1/2007) Full review: Korean BBQ House and Sushi & Sake (11/13/2014)
Sit out on the pretty patio, and your server will help you cook your dinner on the built-in grills. They’ll also show you how to wrap your spicy grilled meat or seafood in herb and lettuce leaves. For a full course of fine lunchtime cuisine, try the tofu kimchi appetizer, ginger tea and spicy chicken box plate. Nothing in Nob Hill goes down better. Go big on the appetizer list for the taste, but if you're cutting costs, the box plate menu offers more than enough chow for a starving midday appetite. And it's worth every penny. Also, Nob Hill’s newest sushi bar (behind Korean BBQ House) offers all-you-can-eat sushi for $18 at lunch and $23 at dinner. Ordering á la carte is always allowed, but if you’re going for the all-you-can-eat, you’ve got two pages full of options and an hour in which to explore them. Edamame, tempura, miso soup, rolls, hand rolls and a small selection of nigiri are all fair game. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) Specializing in local, organic and otherwise natural food products, the deli is no exception and doesn’t disappoint in taste or selection. The deli folks will make a hearty sandwich to your liking—or pick up a quick pint of one of the tasty hot or cold spreads and salads. For a delicious vegan dessert, stick with the chocolate Amazon cake, layered with luscious, fudge frosting. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)  The Last CallTues: 5:05pm-2:34am
Wed-Thurs: 5:05pm- midnight
Fri-Sat: 5:05pm- 2:34am
Closed Sunday and Monday (hours can change without notice) Cuisine: American, Greek/Mediterranean, Deli/Sandwiches, Caribbean/Cuban, Asian Fusion, Italian, French, Seafood, Pizza, Vegetarian/Health Foods Read more: Dish Jockey: A Nob Hill snack shack stays up late with asada fries (7/5/2012) Read more: Food News: Green Jeans Farmery delayed, and more (11/5/2015) Read more: Dining Out: A Beginner’s Guide to Veg-Life (1/21/2016)
The Last Call is one of the best late-night eateries in town. They consistently have excellent food with plenty of vegetarian options. While it’s packed after midnight, if you go when they open (5:05pm), there’s virtually no line. In other words, nothing is standing between you and a taste of heaven. The Cali burrito with veggies is perfection, but we highly recommend the fish tacos and truffle grilled cheese. (Alibi Staff, October 4, 2012)  LimonataMon-Fri: 7am-5pm
Sat-Sun: 8am-5pm (hours can change without notice) Full review: Limonata Italian Street Food Caffe (12/6/2012)
This sunny café occupies the sweet spot in The Village at Silver and Wellesley vacated by Café Giuseppe. Giuseppe regulars will be happy to know Limonata still offers killer espresso and teas, now paired with a large array of mouth-watering Italian treats. Try the prosciutto panini, the antipasto platter for two or stock up on authentic Italian groceries in the market. Don’t forget to order a Nutella or strawberry jam crêpe. You’ll have the pleasure of watching the cooking process right before your eyes. (Alibi Staff, December 10, 2012) Lucky Boy RestaurantMo to Fr from 11:00am to 07:45pm,Sa from 11:00am to 03:45pm (hours can change without notice)
Mannies is a little neighborhood diner that’s actually quite large. A Nob Hill mainstay for decades, you’re sure to see someone you know if you eat here for breakfast on the weekend. One of our favorite dishes is the marvelous BLT with thick slabs of bacon, a nest of shredded lettuce and a generous slathering of mayo. For brunch, try their corned beef with hash browns. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010)  MatanzaMon: 4pm-9pm
Tues-Thurs: 11:30am-10pm
Fri-Sat: 11:30am-11pm
Sun: 11:30am-9pm (hours can change without notice) $$ • Craft Beer Full review: Matanza has bountiful beers but issues with spices and prices (1/7/2016)
The cuisine here goes by the moniker “progressive New Mexican,” which seems to mean adding green chile to a cubano sandwich, duck to a tamale and the like. More impressive is the extensive beer lineup, featuring over 100 local New Mexican brews. Try the ahi tuna wonton tacos. (Alibi Staff, October 28, 2015)  Michael Thomas Coffee RoastersMon-Fri: 6am-8pm
Sat: 7am-6pm
Sun: 8am-6pm (hours can change without notice) Full review: Michael Thomas Coffee’s new location offers a space for community (10/30/2014)
Far more spacious than its Carlisle counterpart, the Nob Hill Michael Thomas offers plenty of seating and a lovely outdoor patio. Of course, the café still serves the same delicous coffee, as well as tasty baked goods. (Alibi Staff, October 8, 2014) Model PharmacyMon-Fri: 9:30am-5:30pm
Sat: 10am-5pm
Closed Sunday (hours can change without notice)
There are more members of AARP than UNM students at this University-area lunch counter, but it has nothing to do with the food. There are also more women than men filling the tables, though that’s understandable. After all, half of the building is dedicated to fancy soaps, hairbrushes, jewelry and perfumes. But this pharmacy (which doesn’t take insurance and therefore fills few prescriptions) is full of mysterious contrasts and pleasant surprises. The mostly sandwich menu is far above par, with real roasted turkey breast and house-made brisket, and Model has the Best Soda Fountain in Albuquerque, according to our readers. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) Monte Vista Fire StationMon-Fri: 3pm-2am
Sat: 11am-2am
Sun: noon-midnight (hours can change without notice) Read more: Meditative Meals: The View from Monte Vista Fire Station (12/4/2014)
With sometimes too-loud live music and a party-hard crowd, it’s usually best to avoid this place on the weekends. But stop in for a late lunch or weeknight burger and a beer, and you’ll get a different experience. The beef here is grass-fed, New Mexico-grown, and steroid- and antibiotic-free, and the cooks at Monte Vista deserve praise for what they do with it. The freshly ground burgers are juicy and big, the chile cheese fries hit the spot, and the beef skewers are tender and one of the best deals on cow in town. (Alibi Staff, December 23, 2010)  N'awlins Mardi Gras CafeMon-Sat: 11am-2pm
Mon-Thu: 4:30pm-9pm
Fri-Sat: 4:30pm-9:30pm (hours can change without notice) Cuisine: Cajun/Creole Full review: N’awlins Mardi Gras Café brings authentic Cajun to Albuquerque (6/18/2015)
Dig a little into the history of the owner, Chef Eddie Adams, and it doesn’t take long to see why the quality is so high. The man owned a Cajun restaurant in New Orleans. If you’ve ever had more than a passing interest in Creole cuisine, you owe it to yourself to try N’awlins. This hidden gem offers every Nola staple from gumbo to jambalaya to the classic po’boy. (Alibi Staff, September 10, 2015)  Nob Hill Bar & GrillSun-Mon: 11am-9pm
Tues: 11am-9:30pm
Wed-Thurs: 11am-10pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-2am (hours can change without notice) $$$ • Vegetarian Available • Booze Served • Full Bar • Craft Beer • Catering • Take Out / To-Go • DJ • Dancing • Outdoor Patio Full review: Nob Hill Bar & Grill has grown into a local favorite (8/13/2015) Full review: Gastrobar is best after dinner (6/26/2008)
If you like your comfort food with a gourmet twist, it’s here. Nob Hill Bar & Grill boasts meatloaf (crowned with smoked bacon) and burgers (American kobe). The appetizers and classic cocktails alone are worth the visit. Cheese sticks encrusted in nuts and miso-seared ahi tuna on wontons go down swimmingly (did we mention the saltwater aquarium?) with a signature cocktail or an organic ale. A few vegetarian entrées, decent hours, a full bar and comfy but chic atmosphere make Nob Hill Bar & Grill a solid addition to the neighborhood. Catch up over Mimosas, the official brunch drink. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) Olo Yogurt StudioMon-Thu: 12pm to 11pm
Fri-Sun: 11am to 11pm (hours can change without notice) Meals Served: Open Late Cuisine: Ice Cream/Smoothies/Gelato/Fro-Yo
The process used to create Olo’s vibrant flavors guarantees live, active cultures in the product. There are 10 flavors available on tap at any given time, every one richly flavorful. (You can find this week’s list of flavors on Olo's website.) Follow the signs and take a cup to the stainless steel taps. Once you have your yogurt(s) in a cup, there are more than 45 toppings to crown your dish. Finish it off with a swirl of whipped cream and weigh in at the register. At less than 50 cents an ounce (and prices drop during cold weather), you can customize a treat that satisfies your palate and your pocketbook. (Alibi Staff, November 18, 2010) P’tit Louis BistroTues-Sat: 11am-2:30 pm
Tues-Sat: 5:30pm-10pm
Closed Sun-Mon (hours can change without notice)
P’tit Louis’ digs is a collaboration between Christopher Descarpentries, John Phinizy and Tom White of Il Vicino and Two Fools Tavern. With classy lunch, dinner and wine menus, this lovely bistro will truly transport you to France. The delicousness doesn’t stop with hors d’oeuvres and entrées; the dessert choices are absolutely to die for, so make sure to save room. (Alibi Staff, September 29, 2011) Ragin' ShrimpClosed Monday
Tuesday through Thursday: 11am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm
Friday: 11am-2pm, 5pm-9:30pm
Saturday: 4pm-9:30pm
Sunday: 4pm-8pm (hours can change without notice)
This New Orleans-style seafood restaurant on historic Route 66 serves up a mean Cajun-style shrimp with an emphasis on spicy, although Jamaican and Indian sauces have been added to the offerings. The menu includes sandwiches, salads and Louisiana classics like pan-fried gator, jambalaya and gumbo. (Alibi Staff, October 9, 2013) Route 66 Malt ShopMonday: 11 am- 8 pm
Tue-Thurs: 8 am- 8:00 pm
Fri- Sat: 10 am-10
Sunday: 8 am- 8:00 pm (hours can change without notice)
 Scalo Northern Italian GrillSun: 11am–2:30pm & 5pm–9pm
Mon–Tues: 11:30am–2:30pm & 5pm–9pm
Wed–Fri: 11:30am–2:30pm & 5pm–10pm
Sat: 11am-2:30pm & 5pm-10pm (hours can change without notice) $$$ • Vegetarian Available • Gluten-free available • Booze Served • Full Bar • Wine Bar • Catering • Take Out / To-Go • Live Music • Outdoor Patio • Wireless Internet • Lounge Full review: Scalo Northern Italian Grill (6/6/2013) Read more: Patio and Happy Hour Guide: Oxygen-Rich Music (6/16/2016)
The surprising thing about Scalo is that it’s simultaneously more fancy and less expensive than you’d think. It’s just as breezy and classy as ever in its high-ceilinged dining room. All of the bottles on the wine list are half-price on Monday nights, and there’s free, live music in the bar. Try their Bloody Mary bar on the weekends, or their Sunday brunch. There’s plenty of fresh-pressed espresso to sip with it. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) Shogun Japanese RestaurantLunch:
Mon-Fri: 11:30am-2pm
Sat: 12:00pm-2:30pm
Dinner:
Mon-Thurs: 5:00-9:30pm Fri-Sat: 5:00-10:30pm
Closed Sunday (hours can change without notice)
Shogun serves sashimi, nigiri and sushi rolls in a fashionable Nob Hill setting. Park yourself by the sushi bar to watch the chefs skillfully prepare Japanese specialties as outgoing orders float past you on little wooden boats. The spider roll (with fried soft shell crab) is highly addictive, so be sure to order enough for everyone in your party. (Alibi Staff, August 11, 2010) | Today's EventsShift Dance Festival at VSA North 4th Art Center Francois Achan Unique choreographic voices, points of views and movement styles from dancers Allie Hankins, Jacqueline Stewart, Jacqueline M. García, Lisa Nevada and Kelsey Paschich. Goatwhore • The Blood Royale • Deforme • Left to rot • Fallen Prophets • metal at LaunchpadCerrillos Station Farmers Market at Cerrillos StationMore Recommended Events ›› NEWSLETTERS Great Alibi stories, events and deals delivered to your inbox each week. No fooling!
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