Kyle Green
Albuquerque is the largest and most populous city in New Mexico. It has a lasting and historical connection to Native Americans and their culture; in fact, the Petroglyph National Monument displays the earliest history of native people in the area.
Other annual festivals and displays occur in the city, like the Albuquerque International Balloon Festival, a hot air balloon festival every October.
New Mexican cuisine focuses on green chile, a core ingredient in nearly every meal. The Pueblo community first grew the chili, and its popularity has withstood the test of time. You’ll undoubtedly find green chile in lost brunch dishes!
From brunch favorites like eggs benedict to creative options like breakfast burritos, Albuquerque has a myriad of restaurant options.
Check out our comprehensive list for more information about the best restaurants to enjoy brunch in Albuquerque.
Weck’s
Multiple locations
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Weck’s restaurant serves American breakfast classics and lunch cuisine in a casual setting with a retro vibe.
Weck’s first opened in 1991; since then, the restaurant has expanded to serve guests at more than eleven restaurants. The restaurant is open between 7:00 am and 2:00 pm daily.
When I visited Weck’s for brunch, I enjoyed the Big Breakfast Burrito with ham, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, and jack cheese covered in green chile.
Also, I recommend the buttermilk pancakes, the chicken and waffles, and the farmer’s market omelet. The chicken fried steak is one of the restaurant’s signature dishes.
The Grove Cafe & Market
600 Central Ave SE STE A, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-248-9800
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The Grove Cafe & Market is a relaxed restaurant serving classic American cuisine made with organic and locally grown ingredients.
The restaurant is open in the Huning Highlands neighborhood near Highland Park and Presbyterian Hospital. Jason and Lauren Greene are the owners of The Grove Cafe & Market; Jason attended the New England Culinary Institute before opening the eatery.
I most enjoyed the organic egg white frittata with cremini mushrooms, roasted asparagus, roasted tomatoes, arugula salad, pecorino, and sourdough toast.
Another popular menu item is the Grove Pancakes, french style cakes with seasonal fresh fruit, crème Fraiche, local honey, and maple syrup.
Vic’s Daily Cafe
3600 Osuna Rd NE #105, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Phone: 505-341-9710
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Vic’s Daily Cafe opened in 1998 and has been serving classic American breakfast and lunch dishes ever since.
The restaurant is near the Group Nine Industrial Park and Vista Del Norte Park in Albuquerque. The cafe is excellent for families with kids and groups of people.
Try the Huevos Rancheros with two eggs cooked as you like them, on a flour tortilla with hash browns or pinto beans, green or red chile sauce, and melted cheese.
The corned beef hash is delicious and served with hash browns, seasonal fresh fruit, and buttered toast. The giant cinnamon roll is not to be missed!
Jimmy’s Cafe
7007 Jefferson St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Phone: 505-341-2546
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Jimmy’s Cafe is a family-friendly eatery serving breakfast and lunch in a comfortable atmosphere.
The interior’s walls are lined with photos and posters, which are fun to look at while you await your breakfast. The cafe is open from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm daily. Jimmy’s Cafe is located off Exit 231 of Interstate 25.
When I visited Jimmy’s Cafe, I enjoyed the biscuits and gravy with chicken fried steak. Other popular items include the huevos rancheros, the breakfast enchiladas, and the green chile chicken skillet.
Another delicious brunch option is Jimmy’s Breakfast with eggs, hash browns, beans, bacon, sausage, red or green chile, and cheese.
Cafe Lush
700 Tijeras Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-508-0164
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Cafe Lush is in Downtown Albuquerque. It is a cozy spot with outdoor seating along the sidewalk.
The kitchen focuses on breakfast favorites, burgers, pizza, salads, sandwiches, and coffee. The cafe is open between Monday and Friday from 7:00 am to 1:30 pm, and Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Chef Thomas Docherty and Sandy Gregory own and operate the cafe and oversee the creative and tasty dishes emerging from the kitchen.
I recommend the breakfast pizza with a sour cream scallion potato crust topped with eggs and house-made green chile. Grab a Lush Latte as well for a delicious caffeine boost!
Tia Betty Blue’s
1248 San Mateo Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone: 505-268-1955
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Tia Betty Blue’s is a cafe with a low-key atmosphere. The kitchen serves New Mexican eats like blue corn waffle boats and chili.
The restaurant offers dog-friendly patio seating, and the menu holds lots of various gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. Tia Betty Blue’s is a fun place to meet up with friends for a morning fiesta!
When I visited Tia Betty Blue’s in the Parkland Hills neighborhood, I enjoyed the breakfast enchiladas with papas and beans.
I recommend ordering the Frito pie with green chile, cheese, ground beef, and a fried egg. The bacon caramel waffle, available on weekends, is a great reason to wake up for brunch.
Farm & Table
8917 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Phone: 505-503-7124
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Farm & Table is in the heart of the Almaden Valley near Paseo Del Norte Boulevard. The restaurant is an upscale eatery with regionally inspired cuisine made with seasonal ingredients.
Chef Steve Riley has been creating a vibrant menu since 2012 and works alongside Owner Cherie Montoya to cultivate a community around sustainable food and wellbeing.
Try the House-made Cavatelli pasta with chorizo, squash, mushrooms, cilantro, and pecans.
The peach and basil mimosa is a delicious brunch beverage, and the savory brunch menu offers tasty dishes like an herbed mushroom and goat cheese omelet, while the sweet menu lists brioche French toast with maple syrup.
Slate Street Cafe
515 Slate Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-243-2210
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Slate Street Cafe is located in Downtown Albuquerque near the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court. Owner Myra Ghattas opened Slate Street Cafe to offer her hometown comfort foods with a creative twist.
For groups larger than six, contact the restaurant for a reservation. Take home an apple fritter or housemade banana bread.
When I visited Slate Street Cafe, I enjoyed the green eggs & ham omelet with green chile, white cheddar, ham, and white cheddar hash browns.
Other popular menu items include the honey jalapeno chicken bowl with tempura-battered chicken and southwestern fried rice. Try the London fog beverage with earl gray tea and steamed milk.
Flying Star
Multiple locations
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Flying Start is a relaxed cafe chain with about four locations in the Albuquerque area. The kitchen serves internationally influenced dishes and specializes in all-day breakfast.
Join the Frequent Flier rewards program and receive a free baked item along with other bites and discounts!
My favorite menu item at the restaurant is Two Birds and a Biscuit, a meal with turkey sausage gravy, a fried chicken breast, and a fried egg sandwiched in a homemade buttermilk biscuit.
Also, try the blueberry pancakes with a side of bacon or the Rise & Shine Sandwich with scrambled eggs, cheddar, and green chile on an English muffin.
Range Cafe
Multiple locations
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Range Cafe was opened in 1992 by Tom Fenton and Matt DiGregory. Since then, the restaurant has expanded and has four locations in Albuquerque and one in Los Lunas. In 2021, the restaurant partnered with Meals on Wheels New Mexico to help the community.
The Range Cafe kitchen prepares and serves tasty breakfast options like country fried steak and eggs with two eggs, green chile gravy, and range fries.
I also recommend the eggs benedict with two poached eggs, an English muffin, Canadian bacon, hollandaise sauce, and fresh fruit.
Try the signature blue corn pancakes with blueberries and toasted pine nuts; it is a Range Café specialty!
Campo at Los Poblanos
4803 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone: 505-338-1615
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Campo at Los Poblanos is a high-end restaurant located within the Los Poblanos Historic Inn. Guests are welcomed with reservations, and the kitchen serves New American cuisine with refined flair.
The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is a great place for tourists to visit.
I enjoyed the Farm Breakfast with two eggs, sourdough toast, potatoes with herbs de Poblanos and bacon.
The French Toast is tasty with seasonal fruit, toasted meringue, and organic maple syrup; another popular menu item is the Brisket and Egg served with root vegetables, squash, greens, and whipped goat cheese with mustard.
Hannah & Nate’s
6251 Riverside Plaza Ln, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Phone: 505-922-1155
Hannah & Nate’s is open for breakfast and lunch from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm daily. The restaurant is located along Coors Boulevard Northwest.
The menu has many local flavor options and various quesadillas and breakfast sandwiches. The unpretentious cafe serves up comforting plates to locals and visitors alike.
My favorite dish is the New Mexico Breakfast Bagel with two scrambled eggs, bacon, diced green chile, and topped with cheddar cheese and caramelized onions.
The grilled shrimp omelet is tasty with bell peppers, red onions, jack cheese, and a citrus chipotle sauce. Don’t skip our on the Steak & Egg Burrito with grilled top sirloin steak!
Central Grill and Coffee House
2056 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-554-1424
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The Central Grill and Coffee House is located in Old Town near the Albuquerque Museum. It is situated along historic Route 66!
The coffee house is open from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm daily. Locals who visit often say that the coffee house is a great place to study on a laptop. The menu has gluten-free and vegetarian options for those with special dietary needs.
When I visited the Central Grill and Coffee House, I enjoyed the Croque Madame, a sandwich with sourdough bread layered with smoked ham, gruyere cheese, and eggs served with hash browns and fresh fruit. The breakfast menu has breakfast burritos, omelets, and pancakes.
The Farmacy
3718 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone: 505-227-0330
The Farmacy is a restaurant that serves quiches, traditional breakfast dishes, and mimosa pitchers.
The space is a great place to visit on a sunny day with outdoor patio seating; the interior is casual with wood chairs and a chalkboard menu. The Farmacy is located in the Nob Hill community near Morningside Park.
My favorite menu item is the State Fair waffle with cinnamon sugar, strawberries, and vanilla cream.
I would also recommend trying the El Diablo sandwich with caramelized onions or the breakfast tacos with bacon, potato, and pico de gallo. For a savory bite, try the Rail Runner Reuben.
Sunnyside Up Breakfast and Lunch Cafe
6909 Menaul Blvd NE Suite A, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: 505-888-3447
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Sunnyside Up Breakfast and Lunch Cafe is a family-friendly diner that serves standard breakfast classics and lunch favorites.
Jessica Tafoya and Brittany Bilek opened the Albuquerque establishment in 2012 in the Classic Uptown neighborhood, and now the cafe serves tasty dishes beginning at 7:00 am daily.
Try the Avocado Toast, whole-grain toast topped with smashed avocado, lemon, sea salt, herbs, and two eggs.
The Crab Cake Benedict is delicious with two poached eggs, grilled lump crab cakes, tomato, and English muffin, and topped with creamy hollandaise. The iced coffee is a great pick-me-up, and the Arnold Palmer is a classic refreshing drink.
Albuquerque is a diverse and beautiful city with vast cultural significance. The regional cuisine is shaped by the cultivation and production of green chile.
The influence of native tribes and neighboring countries influences the culinary landscape. Restaurants with chefs preparing brunch across the city serve diverse and delicious options from classics like an eggs benedict to a regional favorite like a green chile-smothered burrito.
If you’re planning an event or special occasion in Albuquerque, be sure to check out these restaurants with private areas for group dining or visit these rooftop bars to get a view of the city!
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