Dining Reviews - Albuquerque Journal

Dining Reviews - Albuquerque Journal

Horno serves up serious dishes in an unpretentious manner

Horno remains at the top of my list when I want a lovely dining experience, but I don't want without the fine dining price tag.

Published: Wednesday, September 21st, 2022 at 6:02PM
Updated: Friday, September 23rd, 2022 at 12:02AM

Los Olivos a bright spot in the International District

The food at Los Olivos celebrates the cuisine of Durango, a landlocked state in northwestern Mexico known for its meats, cheeses and rich, flavorful broths.

Published: Wednesday, September 14th, 2022 at 6:02PM
Updated: Friday, September 16th, 2022 at 12:02AM

With locally-grown ingredients and exceptional wine, Arroyo Vino delivers

The shareable Local Mushroom Tempura ($18) at Arroyo Vino alone is worth the trek.

Published: Wednesday, September 7th, 2022 at 5:02PM
Updated: Thursday, September 15th, 2022 at 8:24AM

Guava Tree Café one of the best in Central and South American cuisine

Guava Tree spurred a move to a larger space in Nob Hill and a satellite location at Tin Can Alley.

Published: Wednesday, August 31st, 2022 at 4:02PM
Updated: Friday, September 2nd, 2022 at 12:02AM

Homemade dishes make The Pantry Dos a stand-out restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner

The Pantry Dos has already established itself as a locals favorite.

Published: Wednesday, August 24th, 2022 at 5:02PM
Updated: Wednesday, August 24th, 2022 at 5:15PM

Bawarchi Biryanis delivers a solid rendition of its namesake dish

Prices at Bawarchi – the word roughly translates into 'chef' – are comparable to those the Heights' two well-established Indian spots, Taste of India and Taaj Pala

Published: Wednesday, August 17th, 2022 at 5:02PM
Updated: Friday, August 19th, 2022 at 12:02AM

With a wildly-diverse menu, Luminaria is a shining star

Luminaria Restaurant features classic Italian staples made special with a New Mexico twist.

Published: Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 at 4:02PM
Updated: Friday, August 12th, 2022 at 12:02AM

El Roi delivers New Mexican, Native American specialities

El Roi Café occupies the corner of a strip mall at Sixth Street and Lomas Boulevard a block west of the courthouses.

Published: Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022 at 4:02PM
Updated: Friday, August 5th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Rustica delivers classic Italian with a contemporary spin

Rustica's thoughtful menu is both approachable and affordable.

Published: Wednesday, July 27th, 2022 at 4:02PM
Updated: Friday, July 29th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Nick & Jimmy's has made a move away from its Greek roots

Nick & Jimmy's still offers something unique for that stretch of the I-25 corridor in the form of a high-end dining experience.

Published: Wednesday, July 20th, 2022 at 5:02PM
Updated: Friday, July 22nd, 2022 at 12:02AM

Marble, Safe House and St. Clair join forces to benefit the Roadrunner Food Bank

Antonio Fernandez takes the reins of CNM's brewing program

Quarter Celtic to celebrate Celtoberfest at both locations

Horno serves up serious dishes in an unpretentious manner

Los Olivos a bright spot in the International District

With locally-grown ingredients and exceptional wine, Arroyo Vino delivers

New concertmaster to make NMPhil debut Sept. 25

Now is the time to prep for moving citrus indoors

'Contemporary Ex-Votos: Devotion Beyond Medium' explores the understudied iconographic art form

Love, hope and 'Three Thousand Years of Longing'

Idris Elba battles the king of the jungle in 'Beast'

‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ delivers razor-sharp satire

Former reporter pulls from personal experience in 'The Power of Rain'

Elizabeth 'Digger' Doyle is the protagonist of Rosalie Rayburn's lively, crisply-written debut novel 'The Power…

September 24, 2022 6:02PM

"The Pot Thief Who Studied Calvin," the 10th installment in the murder-mystery series

J. Michael Orenduff will sign copies of 'The Pot Thief Who Studied Calvin' on Sunday,…

September 17, 2022 6:02PM

New biography for middle readers, "Who Was Georgia O'Keeffe?" looks at the artist's friendship with Frida Kahlo

Sarah Fabiny authored the work

September 10, 2022 6:02PM

A look at the famous New Mexico outlaw before he was known as 'The Kid'

'Before Billy the Kid' author Melody Groves will speak at Treasure House Books & Gifts…

September 3, 2022 6:02PM

'Last Light' looks at the delicate balance of the global dependence on oil

A family comes together after disaster in 'Legacy Peak'

The search for Pepita Redhair to appear on 'Disappeared'

ABQ doctors to compete in 'Lego Masters'

Documentary explores the United States' role before, during and after the Holocaust

Director jumps at chance to chronicle plight of Marsh Pride

A look at five pieces exploring the intersections of art, science and technologies

Devin Vasquez reinvents old treasures into modern art

ALT brings one-woman play 'The Belle of Amherst' back to the stage

'Contemporary Ex-Votos: Devotion Beyond Medium' explores the understudied iconographic art form

Now is the time to prep for moving citrus indoors

September 24, 2022 6:02PM

Mysterious garden inhabitant is a sand verbena

September 17, 2022 6:02PM

Dropping rose leaves a sign fall is upon us

September 10, 2022 6:02PM

Seven gardens featured in the 2022 Placitas Garden Tour

September 10, 2022 6:02PM

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Horno serves up serious dishes in an unpretentious manner

Horno remains at the top of ... Horno remains at the top of my list when I want a lovely dining experience, but I don't want without the fine dining price ...

September 23, 2022 1:02AM

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Los Olivos a bright spot in the International District

The food at Los Olivos celebrates ... The food at Los Olivos celebrates the cuisine of Durango, a landlocked state in northwestern Mexico known for its meats, cheeses and rich, flavorful ...

September 16, 2022 1:02AM

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With locally-grown ingredients and exceptional wine, Arroyo Vino delivers

The shareable Local Mushroom Tempura ($18) ... The shareable Local Mushroom Tempura ($18) at Arroyo Vino alone is worth the trek.

September 15, 2022 8:24AM

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Guava Tree Café one of the best in Central ...

Guava Tree spurred a move to ... Guava Tree spurred a move to a larger space in Nob Hill and a satellite location at Tin Can Alley.

September 2, 2022 1:02AM

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Homemade dishes make The Pantry Dos a stand-out restaurant ...

The Pantry Dos has already established ... The Pantry Dos has already established itself as a locals favorite.

August 24, 2022 5:15PM

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Bawarchi Biryanis delivers a solid rendition of its namesake ...

Prices at Bawarchi – ... Prices at Bawarchi – the word roughly translates into 'chef' – are comparable to those the Heights' two well-established Indian ...

August 19, 2022 1:02AM

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With a wildly-diverse menu, Luminaria is a shining star

Luminaria Restaurant features classic Italian staples ... Luminaria Restaurant features classic Italian staples made special with a New Mexico twist.

August 12, 2022 1:02AM

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El Roi delivers New Mexican, Native American specialities

El Roi Café occupies the corner ... El Roi Café occupies the corner of a strip mall at Sixth Street and Lomas Boulevard a block west of the courthouses.

August 5, 2022 1:02AM

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Rustica delivers classic Italian with a contemporary spin

Rustica's thoughtful menu is both approachable ... Rustica's thoughtful menu is both approachable and affordable.

July 29, 2022 1:02AM