An Underground Guide to AlburquerqueMaloney’s Tavern
Posted on March 1, 2012
It should be a tried-and-true recipe for success: Irish pub + sports TV + downtown location + pretty good bartenders. So how is it that Maloney’s can go so terribly wrong so terribly often? Continue Reading
Piggy’s Hotdogs and Hamburgers
Posted on February 29, 2012
Arising from the east Nob Hill neon signage lies a jewel; an eye-grabbing pink and black building with a rotating, pink sign (nay, a beacon of nourishment for drunkards stumbling from O’Neill’s), calls customers in from the streets. This is the old Hacienda drive-up, so no indoor sitting folks. Drive thru or walk up. Simple. Continue Reading
Desert Fish
Posted on January 11, 2012
Once you get past the name, Desert Fish has a pretty solid grasp on what they’re doing, which is, really, a pretty lofty goal: to make seafood in Albuquerque a meal to be revered rather than feared. Continue Reading
Milly’s
Posted on December 7, 2011
Milly’s is reminiscent of one of those Greek-owned diners back east, because they have deli sandwiches, hot French fries, breakfast foods, various slices of pie… and Greek food. Pretty good Greek food, too. Continue Reading
Jinja Bar & Bistro
Posted on December 1, 2011
Upon a first glance, the high-priced drinks, South Pacific/WWII-era Chinese decor and all-over-the-place Asian menu may make you think Jinja isn’t worth a second look. But then, you’d be wrong. Continue Reading
Twisters
Posted on November 16, 2011
Here’s the thing about Twisters: everyone who’s from here, eats here. Judge your date by whether or not they admit to it. Continue Reading
Roper’s
Posted on November 9, 2011
Roper’s is the one place your grandpa doesn’t want you and your friends to find out about, because he likes having the breakfast joint all to himself. Continue Reading
The Barley Room
Posted on October 21, 2011
Taco Tuesday! 25-cent Wing Wednesday! $2.75 pints from 4-6pm Monday through Friday! It’s a bar! It’s a grill! It’s the Barley Room! Continue Reading
Savoy Bar & Grill
Posted on September 28, 2011
Part of the grand triumvirate of Albuquerque’s fancier eateries (the other two being Zinc and Seasons), Savoy boasts a Napa Valley-style dining room and a more laid back lounge, which leads into the crown jewel of Savoy: the patio. Continue Reading
High Finance
Posted on September 19, 2011
After spending $13 for a ride up the mountain on our gorgeous Sandia Peak Tramway, you may think a romantic dinner at the top is in order. If all you need for a romantic dinner is a great view, you’re in luck, because High Finance has that. But if you think “romantic dinner” consists of warm and inviting surroundings, top-notch service, an amazing wine selection, interesting cocktails, and mind-blowing, five-star, world-class food to go with your fancy view, we’re going to have to send you elsewhere. Continue Reading
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