Close to 40 percent of Albuquerque, New Mexico's, population derives from Hispanic or Latino descent. As a result the southwest city plays host to various Mexican restaurants. Many of these eateries also offer New Mexican cuisine, a style of cooking derived from Mexico with an emphasis on green and red chile sauces.
Located across the street from the University of New Mexico, the Frontier Restaurant offers fast-food dining in a low-key environment, complete with booth seating and John Wayne artwork. For breakfast, diners may order up such items as breakfast burritos and huevos rancheros. Lunch and dinner fare includes green chile stew, vegetarian burritos, taco salad and chicken nachos. The menu features sandwiches and hamburgers as well. For dessert, the restaurant serves up its signature Frontier sweet rolls.
Frontier Restaurant
2400 Central Ave. S.E.
Albuquerque, NM 87106
505-266-0550
frontierrestaurant.com
Residing in the north valley region of the city, El Pinto features a relaxed yet upscale setting, outfitted with a bright decor, an indoor waterfall, a full bar and outdoor patio dining amidst a lush garden. The menu offers such standard fare as chile rellenos, tacos, tostados, burritos and enchilladas. Desserts include flan and fruit filled empanadas with ice cream. Drinks on tap include, a variety of beers, wines, margaritas and sodas. The restaurant also features low-fat, lunch buffets, carry-out and a children’s menus.
El Pinto
10500 4th St. N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87114
505-898-1771
elpinto.com
Situated near the University of New Mexico, Los Cuates New Mexican Food offers a casual interior, complete with hanging chandeliers and dark wood tables and chairs. Appetizers include such snacks as nachos, quesadillas and fresh guacamole. For the main entree, guests can choose from a variety of dishes including chimichangas, carnitas tacos, tamales and huevos rancheros. Many of the meals come with a side of Spanish rice and refried beans. The restaurant also offers take-out dining and catering service.
Los Cuates New Mexican Food
4901 Lomas Blvd. N.E.
Albuquerque, NM 87110
505-255-5079
loscuatesrestaurants.com
