Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in New Mexico

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1. Level 5 - Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

4.3

Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 18 times today

Level 5: On the top floor of Hotel Chaco experience a refined, chic, contemporary atmosphere at Level 5. Enjoy Albuquerque nightlife with magnificent panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains, downtown skyline and historic Old Town accompanied by creative culinary options.

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2. Zinc Wine Bar & Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1145)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Albuquerque

Booked 11 times today

Zinc is a lively three level bistro in Historic Nob Hill. Featuring an open, urban ambiance, Zinc offers casual fine dining on the main level and the loft mezzanine. For those looking for an exciting show, the exhibition bar offers seats right along the open kitchen. The menu focuses on high quality - yet affordable - American bistro fare and utilizes seasonal ingredients, many of which are sourced from local farmers. The Cellar Bar offers the same extensive wine list and premium cocktails as the upstairs, but in a more intimate lounge atmosphere with a lighter menu. Visit www.zincabq.com for menus, pictures, and upcoming events!

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3. Vernon's Speakeasy

4.8

Exceptional(5212)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Albuquerque

Booked 34 times today

Vernon's Speakeasy is the only speakeasy restaurant in New Mexico! We feature exquisite steaks and seafood and American cuisine in a superb dining atmosphere. The culmination of live music, great food and top notch service, as well as the need for "the Password", create an atmosphere and dining experience that surely proves to be one of a kind.

4. Scalo

4.3

Awesome(1003)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Albuquerque

Booked 18 times today

A contemporary interpretation on authentic European Italian flavors served with superior service and an upscale ambiance—this is Scalo. More than just a restaurant, Scalo is an experience, inviting guests on an Italian excursion of flavor, flair, and finesse. Prided on fresh ingredients and scratch-made recipes, Scalo is praised as one of Albuquerque’s best Italian eateries. Scalo boasts elegant dining room, beautiful patio as well as a trendy bar with ample seating.Reserve a table and prepare to indulge in a delicious, exquisite experience we like to call squisito!i migliori saluti!

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5. Seasons Rotisserie & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(1842)

Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 35 times today

Upscale Patio Bar and Restaurant Overlooking Old Town AlbuquerqueSeasons Grill in the heart of the Sawmill District in Old Town is a local favorite and a visitor's destination! The concept is driven by one core idea: take the best fresh and seasonal ingredients and prepare them in a casually elegant environment. The open kitchen's wood-burning rotisserie & grill creates an opportunity for signature dishes such as Kobe Ribeye Filet, Grilled Jumbo Sea Scallops and a daily fresh fish to be more than a meal, but an experience. We have a great Happy Hour Wednesday thru Friday on the Rooftop, including food and drink specials. Dine on the second story balcony or inside with open breezes! Seasons has an extensive award-winning wine list, a full bar and several private dining options for up to 100 people. For more information please visit us at seasonsabq.com or call 505-766-5100

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6. Black Angus Steakhouse - Albuquerque

4.5

Awesome(1594)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Albuquerque

Booked 39 times today

Black Angus Steakhouse in Albuquerque is a gem of a neighborhood restaurant. It's been mastering its craft since 1964, serving up perfectly aged, expertly flame-grilled steaks. Reviews rave about the friendly staff, quiet atmosphere, and excellent food. As one reviewer put it, 'This steakhouse is quiet, pleasant, and like home to us.' Another said, 'Great food! Great service.' The restaurant's reputation for great food, service, and atmosphere makes it a favorite among locals.

7. Vintage 423

4.6

Exceptional(1171)

Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 26 times today

Vintage 423 take pride in sourcing the highest quality ingredients available and use simple, pure, local and regional flavors on our made from scratch menu. Our steaks include USDA Prime and Choice cut meats. We imagined a place where our guests are greeted by name and partner with us in adventures of great food, wine and libations.We sourced the finest and the freshest ingredients to elevate every plate that leaves our kitchen. We curated a Wine Spectator-honored wine list for perfect pairings. And we poured energy with a fresh twist into the creation of our signature cocktails, expertly prepared by our well-trained mixologists.When you enter Vintage 423, our staff have an hour or two to take you somewhere wonderful and transform your day with their genuine hospitality. Our passion is to deliver an extraordinary experience to each and every guest. Every great restaurant aspires to be memorable and different.

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8. M'tucci's Moderno Italian - Rio Rancho

4.6

Exceptional(979)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Albuquerque

Booked 27 times today

Our mission is to open a few restaurants that take care of our guests in every way-treating them like guests in our home, making sure that they feel embraced by the joy with which we extend our hospitality, and making sure that they become entranced by our restaurant. We understand the value of 'regulars' returning weekly and in many cases more frequently. We hope that all of our guests will feel that they belong to a private club, to which we welcome them again and again. M'tucci's Moderno located in Rio Rancho is a sister of our first restaurant, M'tucci's Italian, which is located at Coors and Montano on Albuquerque's West Side. At Moderno, we continue to offer a moderately priced, Italian menu built on a foundation of both traditional and contemporary recipes. The menu, together with the bar (full liquor license) menu, is offered in a contemporary building with black steel elements, high ceilings, and a big garage door that opens to the Sandia Mountains. Inside the steel, we have inserted a more traditional looking wood clad restaurant featuring traditional lighting and Edison bulbs, as well as other playful elements. Our congenial bar and mezzanine offer alternative spaces within which to enjoy M'tucci's food and beverage. Moderno's bar program features our unique shrubs as well as a new collection of original cocktails to complement our food and wine. Our mezzanine can also be reserved for private groups. M'tucci's Moderno is located just west of Presbyterian's Rust Medical Center. At the end of 2016, Jeff Spiegel, Katie Gardner, and John Haas, founders of M'tucci's Restaurants, welcomed five new partners to their ownership team: Austin Leard, Sherri Rivenburgh, Cory Gray, Shawn Cronin and Chris O'Sickey. This ensures that M'tucci's Restaurants are here for the long haul.

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Lisa
New Mexico •45 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Vernon's Speakeasy is clearly the best steakhouse in Albuquerque. The service and food are consistently awesome! Our server Kristen has been with Vernon's for 18 years now. That speaks volumes! You won't be disappointed here
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Vernon's SpeakeasyPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Albuquerque
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4.8
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Diana
New Mexico •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and service were exceptional. A very unique menu.
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Level 5 - Rooftop Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• American• Albuquerque
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4.3
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Jackie
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent food coupled with outstanding service. I recommend Scalo to anyone who loves Italian .
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ScaloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Albuquerque
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4.3
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We finished off our alphabet date with the an amazing dinner. Zinc wine bar and Bistro was amazing. We had a very attentive waiter Jessie. The food came out hot and on point. I could not find a flaw in any of the food except that it was so much, I had to take half mine home to enjoy tomorrow. We ordered the bread plate and seared rare ahi tuna to start. My husband ordered the cast iron seared wagyu flank steak and I ordered the grilled Atlantic Salmon. The chef in the restaurant knows how to season his food and his staff are very talented. We will be back to try some other dishes.
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Zinc Wine Bar & BistroPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Albuquerque
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4.7
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Syndi
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
Service was excellent. Chef had just changed to the winter menu. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and the restaurant will change out any side to accommodate your special preferences. Certainly a 10 in our book!
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Seasons Rotisserie & GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Albuquerque
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4.7

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Level 5 - Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

2. Zinc Wine Bar & Bistro

3. Vernon's Speakeasy

4. Scalo

5. Seasons Rotisserie & Grill

6. Black Angus Steakhouse - Albuquerque

7. Vintage 423

8. M'tucci's Moderno Italian - Rio Rancho

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