Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in New Mexico

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1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Albuquerque

4.7

Exceptional(2248)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Albuquerque

Booked 61 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Conveniently located just north of I-40 on Louisiana Blvd. and Indian School Rd., Ruth"s Chris Steak House is just minutes away from the Upscale ABQ Uptown Mall, Winrock Town Center and many Local Hotels.Ruth's Chris $9 Sizzle, Swizzle and Swirl Happy Hour is featured Sunday-Friday from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Our elegant wine room and state-of-the-art private dining space offers guests a unique setting for both business and social events. Whether it's a business dinner, special celebration or romantic night for two, Ruth's Chris Uptown Albuquerque will provide a dining experience you'll remember long after the meal is done. Offsite catering is available, simply ask to speak with our Private Dining Sales Manager.

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2. Zinc Wine Bar & Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1154)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Albuquerque

Booked 12 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(5236)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Albuquerque

Booked 53 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.

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4. Level 5 - Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

4.4

Awesome(428)

Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 15 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.

5. Scalo

4.1

Excellent(1028)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Albuquerque

Booked 15 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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6. Seasons Rotisserie & Grill

4.8

Exceptional(1862)

Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 26 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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7. Black Angus Steakhouse - Albuquerque

4.5

Awesome(1607)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Albuquerque

Booked 51 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.

8. Vintage 423

4.6

Exceptional(1178)

Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 37 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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9. M'tucci's Moderno Italian - Rio Rancho

4.7

Exceptional(991)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Albuquerque

Booked 36 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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Bill
New Mexico •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I went a couple of weeks ago and enjoyed it so much I went back with my family who were visiting. Brand new menu. We pretty much tried it all - very tasty. Manager Kim is a treat- went out of her way to take care of of us and our granddaughter.
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Level 5 - Rooftop Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• American• Albuquerque
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4.4
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Steve
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was excellent and service was great! Thank you.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - AlbuquerquePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Albuquerque
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4.7
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LynnVIP
New Mexico •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
From start to finish we had a delicious meal with the best martinis and eclectic and yummy food in a beautiful ambiance. The service was wonderful with a couple of calls made as we were late and throughout the meal the attention to detail and style. My husband and I always love Zinc and last night was perfect!
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Zinc Wine Bar & BistroPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Albuquerque
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4.7
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CarlVIP
El Paso •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Boy, talk about a really unique experience!! At the front door, after we had our "password" validated, we were met by Micky with a baseball bat who made sure we knew what the houserules were. We were escorted to our table and prepared for a terrific dining experience. The food was expertly prepared and presented. It was a really enjoyable experience.
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Vernon's SpeakeasyPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Albuquerque
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4.8
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Chuck
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was our 3rd Time Dining at Scalo. Once again, a five star experience from beginning to end. Hospitality, ambience, quality of menu selections, service and quality of meals was exceptional. Will repeat again and again at Scalo.
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ScaloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Albuquerque
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4.1

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Albuquerque

2. Zinc Wine Bar & Bistro

3. Vernon's Speakeasy

4. Level 5 - Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

5. Scalo

6. Seasons Rotisserie & Grill

7. Black Angus Steakhouse - Albuquerque

8. Vintage 423

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

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