Albuquerque/ Food & Drinks
Published on October 14, 2019
Albuquerque's 3 top spots to score barbecue on the cheapAsian Pear | Photo: Lorelei P./Yelp

Got a hankering for barbecue?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable barbecue outlets in Albuquerque, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fulfill your urges.

1. Asian Pear

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Topping the list is Asian Pear. Located at 8101 San Pedro Drive NE, the Japanese and Korean spot, which offers barbecue and more, is the highest-rated inexpensive barbecue spot in Albuquerque, boasting 4.5 stars out of 265 reviews on Yelp. The Korean barbecue spot serves barbecue chicken, beef and pork in combination bowls with steamed rice, noodles and vegetables. 

2. Vick’s Vittles

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Next up is Vick’s Vittles, situated at 8810 Central Ave. SE. With 4.5 stars out of 250 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American and breakfast spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option. Try the smoked barbecue pork sandwich or beef brisket, both served with french fries or onion rings. 

We looked there for an overview of Vick’s Vittles.

"Chef Vick opened Vick's Vittles on Jan. 1, 2014 with over 32 years of experience in food service in the federal arena and private catering and decided to go public to share his unique customer service and menu and country hospitality," per the history section of the business's Yelp profile.

Intrigued so far?

Furthermore, we found this about the business' signature items: "Southwestern Cuisine, Country Style Foods, Chef Vick's Smoked BBQ, Best Green Chile Cheese Burger in Town, Breakfast All Day and last but not least, All You Can Eat Sunday Buffet" it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.

3. Nexus Silver Taproom

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Check out Nexus Silver Taproom, which has earned four stars out of 39 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the brewery and wine bar, which offers barbecue and more, by heading over to 2641 Coors Blvd. NW. The spot serves a pulled pork sandwich, barbecue brisket nachos and a half or full rack of St. Louis ribs. Add potato salad, coleslaw or baked beans to your order. 


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