Best Fun Restaurants in Albuquerque Acres West

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1. Vintage 423

4.4

Awesome(1208)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 20 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.

2. Ten 3

4.8

Exceptional(1835)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 20 times today

Welcome to America’s most breathtaking dining experience!TEN 3 is perched atop the area’s distinct, burgeoning culinary landscape. Our menu features international, Mediterranean, New Mexican, and American dishes, all thoughtfully and responsibly prepared from scratch, emphasizing the unique flavors of the region, and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. We strive for straightforward beauty in every dish with the hopes that each bite will create moments of communal joy you’ll want to return to time and time again.Although the alpine dining experience can present amazing opportunities to create lasting memories, weather can occasionally present unexpected challenges related to our remote tram access - please be patient with the rare and unavoidable delays or cancellations that may result due to high winds or adverse weather conditions.

3. El Pinto

4.6

Exceptional(7410)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • Albuquerque

Booked 42 times today

El Pinto is open for outdoor covered patio dining and indoor seating.Open daily. Monday through Thursday from 11am-9pm. Friday & Saturday 11am-10pm. Sunday 10:30am-9pm.Nestled in the cottonwoods, El Pinto was founded with 10 tables in 1962. Twin brothers John and Jim Thomas, carry on the family tradition and have expanded El Pinto into the quintessential "Spot" for healthy and fresh New Mexican cuisine. Experience an authentic Taste of New Mexico. The Salsa Twins are pairing tradition with innovative healthy nutrition at El Pinto. El Pinto established the first and only Animal Welfare Approved laying hen program on property. 250 hens lay pasture raised eggs for daily use. An onsite green house produces over 5,000 lbs of organically grown greens. Freshness is throughout El Pinto. El Pinto uses chile from Hatch, NM, pasture raised pork from Kyzer Farms, and local grass fed beef.

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4. Vernon's Speakeasy

4.8

Exceptional(5279)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Albuquerque

Booked 26 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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5. Seasons 52 - Albuquerque

4.8

Exceptional(2442)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Albuquerque

Booked 65 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

6. Indigo Crow

4.7

Exceptional(2609)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Albuquerque

Booked 23 times today

Indigo Crow is located in the Village of Corrales. Owners Don and Regina Raber, along with their staff, have created an amazing place for friends and family to gather and enjoy great food and wine.At the Crow, we love food. It is our passion to pair great food with exceptional wine for a memorable dining experience. Join us and enjoy this inspired menu with local produce, southwest touches, as well as international flavors.Enjoy patio dining under our elm trees or cozy up to one of our two fireplaces in the cooler months.Please call Indigo Crow for Happy Hour reservations from 3-5pm.If you are unable to make a reservation during business hours online, we may have limited seating. Please call to make your reservation.505-898-7000

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7. M'tucci's Twenty-five

4.4

Awesome(992)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Albuquerque

Booked 14 times today

Our fourth New Mexico location is open. We look forward to showing you a celebration of la dolce vita -- serious food in a warm environment. Gather, eat, talk, laugh, connect with your community over a delicious meal. If you ate it here, we made it here. Why? Because hand-crafted food made from the best ingredients is the Italian way. The M'tucci's way.

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8. Fogo de Chão - Albuquerque

4.1

Excellent(924)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Albuquerque

Booked 34 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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9. Restaurant Forty Nine Forty

4.5

Awesome(330)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Los Ranchos

Booked 7 times today

Restaurant Forty Nine Forty is the place to be if you're looking for an elevated American cuisine experience. With its cozy indoor seating and fresh outdoor seating options, it's perfect for any occasion. The reviewers rave about the 'exquisite cocktails' and 'imaginative' dishes. One even called it 'their new favorite restaurant'. So, it's not just the food, it's the whole experience that's a blast!

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10. Trombino's Bistro Italiano

4.6

Exceptional(1412)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Academy West

Booked 14 times today

SERVING "MANGIA" & "ABBONDANZA" FOR OVER 34 YEARS! Welcome to Trombino's Bistro Italiano, since 1979 a long standing favorite among Albuquerqueans, business travelers and tourists alike. Our restaurant is an ideal location for your lunch, dinner, or important client meetings. A comfortable Trattoria that has that inviting feeling of an old Italian neighborhood! More than just a place to eat, but rather, a gathering place where you, your friends, family and business associates can slow down, enjoy a great meal and reconnect. Trombino's serves signature dishes of authentic Italian-American cuisine. Our menu is large and varied, offering a great selection of homemade pastas, signature salads, prime steaks, fresh fish and memorable desserts, including these delectable choices... Gorgonzola Crusted New York Strip Steak, Veal Piccata, Veal Marsala, Chicken Caprini, Shrimp fra Diavolo, Fruitti di Mare & House-made Tiramisu Cake. The bar offers a first class wine list, and Decadent Martinis.

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Karen
New Mexico •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server Jordan was great and so were all of the employees. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was great.
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El PintoPrice: Moderate• Mexican / Southwestern• Albuquerque
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4.6
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Alessa
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We ate at Ten3 for my husband’s birthday and enjoyed our experience immensely! The drinks were perfectly poured, the food was delectable, and our service was great. Not to mention the spectacular sunset views and the ambiance. While it is expensive, the experience and food are well-worth it if you’re willing to pay for it. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We ordered the pork belly appetizer, the filet mignon, and the chophouse cut steak. We finished our meal with the white chocolate cake. Everything was perfectly cooked (medium rare!) and presented beautifully. Our waitress, Jennifer, was pleasant, attentive, and knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend Ten3 to anyone looking for an upscale dinner in ABQ!
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Ten 3Price: Very Expensive• American• Albuquerque
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4.8
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nena
New Mexico •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Most amazing service and food ever! We loved it and we’ll be back!
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Vernon's SpeakeasyPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Albuquerque
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4.8
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Teresa
New Mexico •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I always enjoy dining here! The service is excellent, the food is delicious, and I’ve never had any issues with gluten-free options.
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Seasons 52 - AlbuquerquePrice: Expensive• American• Albuquerque
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4.8
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SandraF
New Mexico •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
We had salmon and Chilean sea bass that was moist, perfectly seasoned and cooked. Although a bit pricey, it made perfect birthday celebration.
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Vintage 423Price: Expensive• American• Albuquerque
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4.4

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