Where to find the best chicken fried steak in Albuquerque

Albuquerque has no shortage of places serving mouth-watering chicken fried steak, the epitome of comfort food.

Here are five highly (Google) reviewed spots around Albuquerque to enjoy this delicious dish.

1. Western View Steak diner and House

If you’re looking for a cozy environment to enjoy a chicken fried steak, Western View is your spot. This family-owned gem has been serving the westside of Albuquerque with local favorites and friendly service for 35 years.

A customer review: “Very unique dinning experience! This dinner is frozen in time, back to our parents and grandparents generation. The kitchen is open so you can chat with the cook that is preparing your food, in fact as you leave he will ask how you enjoyed everything, maintaining that cook to guest connection."

Address: 6411 Central Ave. Northwest (505) 836-2200

Hours: Open Monday - Saturday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m., and Sunday 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.

2. Frank's Famous Chicken & Waffles

Frank’s is an easygoing, no-nonsense outpost specializing in fried chicken and waffles, plus hearty sides.

A customer review: “If I could give this place 10 stars I would. The food is so good, literally soul food. I feel so happy after I eat it."

Address: 400 Washington St. Southeast (505) 261-9458

Hours: Closed Monday, open Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

3. 66 Diner

Hand-breaded chicken fried steak is a plentiful dish at 66 Diner. This whimsical, retro diner features traditional diner fare amid a vintage jukebox and soda fountain.

A customer review: “Route 66 is a classic diner with amazing food! I love the style of the diner, the decor, and the options on the menu. The portion sizes are large enough for any appetite. Today they seemed to be having trouble with the A/C so it was kind of hot, but the staff are very nice and the food is amazing. I ordered the chicken fried steak with salad and potato salad, and the teeny weeny sundae. There is parking all around the building though it can be difficult to maneuver in the lot with a larger vehicle.”

Address: 1405 Central Ave. Northeast (505) 247-1421

Hours: Open Sunday -Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., and Friday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

4. Christy Mae's Restaurant

Since 1982, Christy Mae’s has served up some of the finest American comfort food in the area. You can enjoy country-cooking classics like their chicken fried chicken or half pound specialty burgers.

A customer review: “This was a very out our way stop on a road trip. It was every mile worth the drive. Amazing food, awesome service, friendly atmosphere and even tho it was busy, our food came out fast and delicious! The staff knew their patrons and the patrons knew each other. It was a great experience! We will be coming back here again if we travel through Albq! The peach pie is a must. Homemade and so flaky! I had the chicken fried steak meal and was way better than 99% of the places we have been! Thanks, Eloy, our server who did a wonderful job!!”

Address: 1400 San Pedro Dr. Northeast (505) 255-4740

Hours: Closed Sunday - Monday, open Tuesday-Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

5. Milly’s

This breakfast and lunch classic serves up delicious comfort staples in a welcoming environment. Try a chicken fried steak with Southwestern flair, served with green chili sauce. It’s a huge hit with Milly customers.

Pro tip: grab some of their famous sweet tea with your chicken fried steak.

Customer review: “Chicken fried steak is the best! Awesome every time! And the green chili is smoky, spicy and amazing!”

Address: 308 Jefferson St. Northeast (505) 345-9200

Hours: Open Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.- 3 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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