Sadie’s Dining Room: Spicy Mexican Fare

Sadie's Dining Room is serving authentic Mexican food to Albuquerque. Be warned, the food is spicy. If you like spice you are in for a treat. Start your meal with the complimentary chips and salsa. The salsa packs a little heat, getting you ready for your meal. Come hungry, the portions are huge. Diners say it's not uncommon to enjoy your meal for the next two to three days. All dinner options come to red or green Chile for you to smother over your entree. Try the marinated pork, beef brisket, or chili relleno. Get the combination platter to sample more of the menu. A meal at Sadie's isn't expensive but it's not cheap but for the amount of food and great service you're getting it's money well spent. 

Sadie's Dining Room
6230 4th St NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 345-5339
http://www.yelp.com/biz/sadies-dining-room-albuquerque

Guild Cinema: Restoring Cinema

Neighborhood cinemas are a dying breed, which is why it’s important to patronize those still alive and kicking. Guild Cinema is one such place worth visiting. This independent theater shows art, cult, and foreign films to audiences fed up with chain theaters that cost an arm and a leg just to get in the door, not to mention the exorbitant prices at the snack bar. Here you can see quality films that you may have missed at your typical first run joints. In addition to films The Guild also features a fair number of special events, including presentations on certain aspects of cinema, retrospectives, and individualized showings of popular films, such as a mom’s matinee, film club offerings, etc. Be sure to check out the Guild’s midnight movie night featuring some of the most beloved cult films around. With five dollar matinees, student specials, and other sweet deals you’d be remiss to pass up a chance to visit Guild Cinema. 

 
3405 Central Avenue NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-1848
 

Pro’s Ranch Market: Mexican Cuisine in Albuquerque

At weekends Pro's Ranch Market is the perfect place to fill up on a buffet style lunch while getting your shopping done. Enjoy tacos, Quesadilla, burritos, tamales, and more with a complimentary salsa bar. Once you've eaten your fill start shopping. The market features an impressive, and cheap, selection of produce, meat, salsa, tortillas, candy, and dairy. The candy aisle is worth visiting. You won't find typical candy like Hershey Kisses here. The traditional Mexican candy that lines the aisle is both pleasing to the eyes and sweet tooth. If you are looking for fresh specialty items, or just a good deal Pro's Ranch Market is the place for you.

Pro's Ranch Market
4201 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 833-1765
http://www.yelp.com/biz/pros-ranch-market-albuquerque

Frontier Restaurant: An Albuquerque Institution

Frontier Restaurant has been serving breakfast, burritos, burgers, and more for over 40 years. Ordering is simple. Just step up to the line when the light turns green. Once your meal is ready your order number will be displayed throughout the store. Just head back up the front to pick up your meal. The tortillas are made before your eyes for an unbelievable taste. Make sure you try the green chile stew! The burritos are very popular coming in a variety of flavors like Carne Adovada, Vegetarian, and Frontier with beef. Hamburgers, sandwiches, steaks, and salads are also available. Soda machines are scattered around the restaurant with over 100 different types of drinks. Even when Frontier is busy the staff is efficient and helpful. Open from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. every day. 

Frontier Restaurant
2400 Central Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 266-0550
http://www.yelp.com/biz/frontier-restaurant-albuquerque

Flying Star Café: The Choice is Yours

Flying Star Cafe  provides diners quality food in a laid back environment. From breakfast to salads to seasonal items, the Flying Star serves up some of the best comfort food in Albuquerque. Starting with its delectable breakfast, Flying Star signatures dishes include breakfast hash with organic red quinoa and sweet potatoes, Spanish frittata with Gazpacho side salad, and brioche French toast. For heartier fare Flying Star offers a nice selection of burgers. All beef used is locally ranched and there is a veggie option for meat-conscious diners. Flying Star is also renowned for its baked goods. Either as an after meal snack or to take home and enjoy later, items like the Creme Brulee Beignet or the Cocoa-Tella Tart with hazelnut infused chocolate ganache can’t be passed up. Stop in today for a cup of coffee and some baked goods, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between. 

723 Silver Avenue SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 244-8099

Sandia Peak Tramway: The View From the Top

Prepare for a breathtaking view if you take the Sandia Peak Tramway up to the highest point in the Sandia Mountains. At 10,378 feet, you get a gander of an 11,000 square mile panorama, including the surrounding Rio Grande Valley, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the north, some extinct volcano cones to the west, and the vast expanse of desert stretching off into the horizon. It’s the longest passenger tram in the world, at 2.7 miles. At the top, you can walk to different viewing stations, go for a hike, or grab a bite at the restaurant. Admission is $20 for adults, $17 for seniors. Kids’ prices are staggered, ranging from free to $17, depending on their age.

Sandia Peak Tramway
40 Tramway Road NE
Albuquerque, NM 87122
(505) 856-7325

Happy 4th of July!

On this 4th of July, we hope you take time to relax and celebrate America's freedom with close friends and loved ones. Happy Independence Day, USA!

Rudy’s Country Store & Bar-B-Que: Tender, Smoked Meats

When you're in the mood for delicious BBQ take a trip to Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Que. The restaurant is modeled after a cafeteria. Stand in line while waiting to order at the register. Pick up your drinks and sides before you step up to order your delicious cuts of meat. You can see the kitchen staff cutting the cuts you requested right before your eyes. Choose your meat like Lean Brisket, Prime Rib, Turkey Breast, Pork Loin, Chicken, Ribs, and Sausage. Make it a complete meal with tasty sides like Corn on the Cob, Potato Salad, Rudy's Beans, Cole Slaw, and Green Chile Stew. Don't forget the cornbread! Find a seat at one of the picnic-like long tables and start eating. Just about everything on the menu is good. Prices are a little high but worth it for the amazing food. 

Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Que
2321 Carlisle Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-4000
http://www.yelp.com/biz/rudys-country-store-and-bar-b-que-albuquerque

Anodyne: A Hip Albuquerque Bar

As the word implies, Anodyne in Albuquerque offers relief from the gritty reality of the world at large. If you like pool, snooker, pinball and a huge selection of beer from around the world, you'll like Anodyne. It’s the spot to see youngish hipsters in their element, whether or not you want to hustle a cue. Anoydne's got a friendly vibe and a great jukebox. Settle in on one of the couches with a bottled brew or one of the local craft beers on tap. There’s also a full bar, if you prefer something stronger. It’s a chill spot and a great alternative to the downtown club scene. Go early for Anodyne's happy hour, when drinks are 50 cents off and pool is $4 an hour instead of $6.

Anodyne
409 Central Avenuve NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 244-1820

Happy Father’s Day!

Today we celebrate and show our appreciation for all of the fantastic fathers in our lives and we hope you all have a wonderful and relaxing day!

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