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V.28 No.16 | 4/18/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Peruvian Excellence
Pollitos Con Papas II nails the mark with quality
Politos Con Papas II offers something unique and different for Albuquerque, with a love of food and every dish being a standout option that won't let you down.
V.28 No.15 | 4/11/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Nexus Blue: King of Barbeque
You don’t find local barbeque like this often.
You absolutely have to check Nexus Blue Smokehouse out. Good barbeque is easy, but great barbeque proves a far rarer find.
V.28 No.12 | 3/21/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Freight House Kitchen + Tap
Beer and BBQ are the key to elevated pub grub
Bernalillo may not be the first spot that springs to mind when considering your next bite to eat, but the Freight House could certainly change that. You'll certainly find much to like with a menu and a vibe that's easy-going yet inviting.
V.28 No.11 | 3/14/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Next Door to the Brewery
Sweets and sandwiches at Three Little Birds
Three Little Birds is about as close to a deli as there is in Albuquerque. They do breakfast and lunch and, cleverly, stay open late to cater to the Tractor Brewing crowd as well. You can order at TLB, take a number and let them know that you’ll be at the brewery, and they’ll bring your order over to you.
V.28 No.10 | 3/7/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Downtown Wine Bar: Redux
New bar Wine.Dive has great food and diverse wine list
Wine.Dive's diverse but curated wine list makes for an easier experience without decision paralysis and the food menu is equally well-considered.
V.28 No.9 | 2/28/2019
The Shop
Restaurant Review
Where the Neighborhood Goes for Dinner
The Shop turns into nightshift on Friday and Saturday nights
There is something unshakably punk and unpretentious about The Shop’s demeanor, despite all the critical praise and popularity, and they've pared down their menu to nothing but the greatest hits. And then on Friday and Saturday nights, The Shop becomes nightshift …
V.28 No.8 | 2/21/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Carri Phillis’ New Nightlife Concept
Bring all your boys to the Salt Yard. And all your other people, too.
Albuquerque nightlife doyenne Carri Phillis has done it again bringing a new concept to the city’s bar scene with The Salt Yard.
V.28 No.7 | 2/14/2019
Natalie Kossar
Restaurant Review
Don’t Wait Until Next Valentine’s Day
Restaurant Antiquity makes any night of the year a great date night
There is nothing shiny or trendy about the way Antiquity looks. It’s all original unpolished wood, a warm fire and simplicity, a testament to things that endure for the right reasons. Which makes it such a wonderful place to take somebody you care about, and not just on Valentine’s or your anniversary or when one of you lands a promotion.
V.28 No.6 | 2/7/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Outstanding in Their Field
Sixty-Six Acres aces cocktails and plates at once
What goes with craft cocktails made with some of the city's best hooch? At Sixty-Six Acres, their answer is an eclectic and exacting menu of starters, flatbreads, salads, sandwiches and rice bowls.
V.28 No.3 | 1/17/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Drool-Worthy Deals in the Off Hours
Indigo Crow delivers satisfying small plates and sammies
Indigo Crow passes the off-hour reconnaissance test, suitable for a special occasion brunch with drinks or a fancy dinner for your favorite folks.
V.28 No.1 | 1/3/2019
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Chef Jon Young’s BBQ Brainchild
ABQ BBQ is changing the way you think of barbecue
As soon as you walk in the door to ABQ BBQ, there's no mistaking you're any where else but New Mexico.
V.27 No.51 | 12/20/2018
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Nuevo Mexicano Done Right
Cantina Nueva’s fresh and modern take on New Mexican
Cantina Nueva has gone in a good direction with their freshened up takes on Mexican and New Mexican dishes, and Albuquerque will be glad for the new dining options.
V.27 No.50 | 12/13/2018
Restaurant Review
Escape the Noise at Cellar Bar
Zinc’s downstairs bar offers a stellar happy hour and a relaxed vibe
Cellar Bar is a sexy place where you'll feel compelled to dress up a little, and not even be upset about it.
V.27 No.49 | 12/6/2018
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
Hosho Dreams of Sushi
Shogun delivers quality sushi and serene vibes
Shogun has become part of the city's dining DNA, an Albuquerque institution. Any time you and yours have a hankerin' for Japanese, the consistent quality and vibrant central location make it hard to beat.
V.27 No.46 | 11/15/2018
Eric Williams Photography
Restaurant Review
New Japanese Joint in Rio Rancho
Kyoto offers sushi and noodles to a chain-heavy neighborhood
Kyoto is certainly a step above most of what’s available to Rio Rancho, and residents seem to have caught onto that.
