5 places where you should get a burrito in Albuquerque

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From breakfast to late night meals, burritos are great any time of day.

Here are five places in Albuquerque to find your next favorite one.

(This list was put together with the help of Google reviews).

The Range Café

Located in the heart of Albuquerque, The Range Café is a beloved institution known for its New Mexican cuisine. When it comes to burritos, their "Benedicto Burrito" is an absolute must-try. This breakfast burrito features scrambled eggs, crispy bacon or chorizo, and is smothered in red or green chile sauce.

Address: Multiple locations in Albuquerque

El Modelo Mexican Foods

For a taste of tradition and generations of expertise, El Modelo Mexican Foods is the place to be. Their burrito selections range from classic to creative. The Burrito De Carne Desebrada is a match made in heaven for brisket and burrito lovers.

Address: 1715 2nd Street Southwest, Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 242-1843

Hours: Sunday - Thursday from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday - Saturday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Papa Nachos Mexican Food

You can’t go wrong with a Papa Nachos burrito. Pick your favorite meat with beans and cheese, smothered in red or green chile sauce. This local spot has been serving authentically good food for over 25 years.

Address: 7648 Louisiana Boulevard Northeast (505) 821-4900

Hours: Open Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Closed weekends.

Padilla's Mexican Kitchen

This Mexican eatery is a draw for its burritos, enchiladas and other fare in a no-frills, sociable atmosphere. Made with love - this family-owned business proudly serves up delicious flavor and friendly service.

Address: 1510 Girard Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 (505) 262-0115

Hours: Open Monday-Friday 11am-7pm

Frontier Restaurant

This spot has been serving up Mexican food since 1971 and is a great choice any time of day. Their signature burrito, the Frontier Burrito has beef, beans, green chile inside, green chile stew and cheese on top, served with rice and a flour tortilla.

Address: 2400 Central Avenue Southeast (505) 266-0550

Hours: Open 7 days a week 5 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Some places to get a burrito in Albuquerque

Shoppers line up at El Modelo to purchase their traditional holiday favorites, photographed on Friday December 24, 2010.
The front of the Frontier Restaurant on Central across from UNM, October 25, 2006.
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Padilla's Mexican Kitchen, 1510 Girard NE in 2003.
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During a campaign stop, former President Bill Clinton visits with Mike Brookshier at The Range Cafe in Bernalillo, N.M., May 25, 2016.
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Papa Nacho's is located on Louisiana just south of Paseo del Norte.
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