What's on the menu in the International District? 10 restaurants around Expo New Mexico
This bright and colorful restaurant shows off a classic Mexican vibe. Each seat has a different illustration on its backrest and there are different figures depicting caballeros and Día de los Muertos figures around the restaurant. Breakfast is available all day including options such as chilaquiles, arrachera, pancakes and omelettes.
Elizabeth Tucker/Albuquerque Journal
Elizabeth Tucker Elizabeth TuckerElizabeth Tucker Journal Digital Producer
PublishedModified
Whether you are visiting Albuquerque for an event, or a local looking for a new spot to eat, this list of restaurants around Expo New Mexico is a good place to start.
Ranging from Mexican seafood to Vietnamese pho, these 10 restaurants and food trucks in Albuquerque's International District showcase the city's diversity.
Restaurants around the International District
Lindo Mexico
Updated
Lindo Mexico Grill Mexico serves everything from T-bone steak to ceviche and caldos.Jason K. Watkins
Gen Kai
Updated
Gen Kaiserves authentic Japanese food, including ramen. The dining area can only host up to seven people at a time, but to-go orders can be called in up to half an hour before closing.Elizabeth Tucker
Coda Bakery
Updated
Oanh Dang wraps one of their famous Banh Mi sandwich Coda Bakery cut open Banh Mi bread as orders for the Vietnamese sandwiches are placed during the lunch rush.Mike Sandoval for the Albuquerque Journal
May Cafe
Updated
May Cafe features authentic Vietnamese food on Central Avenue in the International District.Chancey Bush
Arturo's Mexican Food
Updated
Featuring authenticMexican food, this restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes and combination plates. The dining area is brightly lit and welcoming, with bright reds and greens matching the exterior color palette. The restaurant also features a drive-thru window.Elizabeth Tucker
Phở #1
Updated
If you're in the mood for Vietnamese, this location has a large selection ofmeal optionsranging from Rare Steak Pho to Spicy Sour Soup with your choice of catfish or shrimp.Elizabeth Tucker
Cielito Lindo Restaurant & Seafood
Updated
Ad
This bright and colorfulrestaurantshows off a classic Mexican vibe. Each seat has a different illustration on its backrest and there are different figures depicting caballeros and Día de los Muertos figures around the restaurant. Breakfast is available all day including options such as chilaquiles, arrachera, pancakes and omelettes.Elizabeth Tucker
Stripes Burrito Co.
Updated
Thisrestaurantdonates a portion of its net proceeds to the Veterans Affairs Hospital. In addition to the traditional New Mexican flavors, the burrito options include corned beef, vegetarian, bean and papita.Jim Thompson
Sunset Grille & Bar
Updated
Enjoy shooting pool while sipping a drink or listening tolive musicthroughout the weekend from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sundays. The menu here ranges from Mexican to pub classics.(Elizabeth Tucker
Blake's Lotaburger
Updated
Blake's Lotaburgeris a chain staple in Albuquerque. It was founded here in 1952 and has since expanded to more than 70 locations across in New Mexico, Arizona and Texas. Last summer the chain added a new Buffalo Chicken Boat option to their menu.Greg Sorber
