Visiting Barelas, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Albuquerque neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Mexican restaurant to an ice cream spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Barelas, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. El Modelo Mexican Foods
Topping the list is Mexican spot El Modelo Mexican Foods. Located at 1715 Second St. SW, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 256 reviews on Yelp. Stop by for enchiladas, burritos, tamales, tostadas and more. A stuffed sopaipilla is also on offer, filled with refried beans, cheese, lettuce and chile chorizo sauce.
2. Pop Fizz
Next up is Mexican spot Pop Fizz, which offers ice cream, milkshakes and popsicles, situated at 1701 Fourth St. SW. With 4.5 stars out of 119 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. In addition to soft-serve ice cream, the eatery offers nachos, handmade churros and chile cheese fries.
3. La Mexicana
Mexican spot La Mexicana is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 304 Coal Ave. SW, five stars out of 35 reviews. The restaurant offers homemade baked goods and tortillas, alongside enchiladas, tamales and a variety of tacos — from beef to beer-battered fish.
4. Barelas Coffee House
Barelas Coffee House, a Mexican spot that offers coffee, huevos rancheros and more, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 162 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1502 Fourth St. SW to see for yourself. This spot serves up carne adovada enchiladas with red chile, alongside shredded beef burritos, meat tacos and a tortilla burger served with beans, chile, lettuce and tomato. When it comes to dessert, customers have the choice of fruit empanadas, sweet rice or cinnamon rolls.
5. Bosque Baking Company
Finally, check out Bosque Baking Company, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 26 reviews on Yelp. You can find the shop at 922 Coal Ave. SW. The bakery serves a variety of breads, empanadas and cookies. There's also posole, veggie sandwiches and goat cheese frittatas available.
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