These are the best restaurants to eat at in Albuquerque, according to visitors

Wondering where visitors like to eat when they come to Albuquerque?

According to TripAdvisor reviews, these are the top places that visitors mentioned as must-stop spots when visiting Albuquerque.

Antiquity Restaurant

Antiquity Restaurant is a higher-priced restaurant, which features fresh seafood, charcoal-grilled steaks, fowl, lamb, veal and nightly specials. This is the highest rated restaurant in Albuquerque by Tripadvisor.

One visitor says,"High quality food, service and ambiance are what you will find at Antiquity. Extremely professional, knowledgeable and personable staff is at your beckon call." If you're looking for recommendations, a TripAdvisor reviewer suggestd "the Chilean sea bass. The risotto was delicious, the sea bass over the top, the grilled veggies perfect! The creme brûlée’s, the best way to top the meal!"

High Noon Restaurant & Saloon

High Noon Restaurant and Saloon opened its doors in 1974 and have been serving customers since. Their menu varies from Certified Angus Beef to fresh seafood and wild game to New Mexican fare and more.

A TripAdvisor reviewer recommends the shrimp enchiladas with blue tortillas. She says High Noon is a "great restaurant and great service."

Padilla's Mexican Kitchen

Padilla's Mexican Kitchen serves Mexican and Southwestern food and was a Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2023 recipient. One reviewer said she was "so glad I checked Tripadvisor! This place is a gem. First time in Albuquerque and we wanted a new local experience and this was phenomenal!!" Another reviewer says his "family is in agreement that this was the best and most authentic meal of the two weeks we were traveling." Padilla's Mexican Kitchen has the travelers stamp of approval and is a must visit restaurant.

Church Street Cafe

Church Street Cafe breaks free from boring food and is located in the oldest residence in Albuquerque. A TripAdvisor reviewer says this restaurant is a must visit. "Fantastic Food & Atmosphere. This is a must visit. The staff were super friendly & helpful and there was live Mexican music."

Church Street Cafe may look small from the outside but is brimming with choices and history. Another visitor says, "If it’s nice, ask to be seated in the courtyard. The building and grounds are a true slice of New Mexican history!"

66 Diner

66 Diner is another 2023 Travelers' Choice recipient by Tripadvisor. The 66 Diner is located along the historic Route 66 and is dedicated to preserving the spirit of the roadside diner along Route 66.

Stop here to be transported back to the 50's with a genuine soda fountain, bright colored booths, a working jukebox and neon accents throughout. The milkshakes are a must and one visitor said it was the "thickest milkshake made with a lot of ice cream and use a spoon to eat it, awesome."

Mary's & Tito's Cafe

Mary and Tito's Cafe is a vegetarian friendly Mexican restaurant. One reviewer stopped in with her grandmother and was impressed with the service and food. "I ordered the carne adovada enchiladas Christmas style. It was so delicious! The meat was so tender and the sauces were perfect. This place is a must try! You get more than enough food for the prices!" said visitor. Many visitors enjoy the amount of food they get for a reasonable price. Another reviewer says, "A lot of great food for a very modest price. Highly recommend!"

Farm & Table

Farm & Table is a higher-end visitors choice. Farm & Table opened in 2012 and has served delicious American cuisine locally sourced from area farmers, ranchers and food artisans since. Visitors enjoy how serious the workers take dietary restrictions and ensure customers have a safe and delicious experience.

One reviewer was visiting Albuquerque with her husband and was impressed by the restaurant before she stepped foot in the state. She "called ahead to make sure that my dietary restrictions would be something their chef could work around, and I spoke to the most helpful and knowledgeable staff member who reassured me that the chef would absolutely be able to make me something both safe and delicious. We were immediately welcomed by another staff member, and he took the time to go through every selection on the menu and explain how they could modify each dish."

Golden Crown Panaderia

Golden Crown Panaderia has been featuring traditional New Mexican recipes since 1972. They are known for their pizza and sandwiches on homemade bread and dough.

A TripAdvisor reviewer said, "The combination pizza with a green chile crust was definitely one of the best pizzas I've ever had." Another feature of the restaurant is how passionate the owner is about his business.

Another reviewer stopped in on their visit and "while waiting for our pizza, the owner came out and talked with us... you could hear his commitment to his bakery, family, and the people he serves."