4 Albuquerque spots where you will find a delicious chile relleno
RESTAURANT gbs021716i/VENUE -- Carne adovada rellenos with sides of calabcitas and videos and a Dos Equis at the Cocina Azul. (Greg Sorber/Albuquerque Journal)
Chile relleno, a delectable dish featuring roasted and stuffed green chiles, often filled with cheese and smothered in a flavorful sauce, is a local favorite in Albuquerque.
If you're looking for the best places to order chiles relleno, you're in for a treat. Here are five spots you're going to want to check out based on the places with the highest ratings on Google.
1. El Patio
El Patio has been an Albuquerque institution for over 30 years, and their Chiles Relleno are not to be missed. Authentically battered and fried, guest reviews suggest these as are some of the best to be found in town.
Address: 142 Harvard Drive Southeast (505) 268-4245
2. Mary & Tito's Cafe
This modest cafe has been serving acclaimed New Mexican cuisine since 1963. Their Chiles Relleno are a testament to tradition and taste with a combination of flavors that is nothing short of incredible.
Address: 2711 4th Street Northwest (505) 344-6266
3. El Modelo Mexican Foods
If you're looking for a quick and delicious Chiles Relleno fix, El Modelo is the place to go. This unassuming restaurant is famous for its flavorful chiles and no-frills approach. The Chiles Rellenos plate is simple, delicious, and affordable.
Address: 715 2nd Street Southwest (505) 242-1843
4. The Original Cocina Azul Mountain
This all-day New Mexican eatery serves steaming hot meals prepared from owner Frank Barela's award-winning recipes. Including very highly-reviewed stuffed chiles relleno with brisket.
Address: 1134 Mountain Rd NW (505) 831-2500
See and smell the rellenos at these spots in Albuquerque