Spending time in downtown Albuquerque? Get to know this Albuquerque neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an espresso bar to a Mexican spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit downtown, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Espresso Fino
Topping the list is Espresso Fino. Located at 222 Gold Ave. SW, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 312 reviews on Yelp.
The espresso bar serves locally roasted coffee and specialty drinks such as macchiato, latte, cortado and chocolate mocha. A breakfast burrito and chocolate almond croissants are also on offer.
2. Cocina Azul
Next up is New Mexican spot Cocina Azul, situated at 1134 Mountain Road NW. With 4.5 stars out of 1,289 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Fish tacos, guacamole salad, green chile stew, taco burgers and ribeye steak enchiladas are among the many menu options.
3. Brixens
Brixens is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 400 Central Ave. SW, 4.5 stars out of 472 reviews.
The restaurant offers brisket taquitos, avocado toast, chile cheese fries, crispy Brussels sprouts with roasted walnuts, apples and dried cranberries, burgers and green chile bacon sliders.
4. Duran Central Pharmacy
Duran Central Pharmacy is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 226 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1815 Central Ave. NW to see for yourself.
The drugstore also offers Mexican food, including blue corn and chicken enchiladas, huevos rancheros, chili and tortilla soup.
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