Want to grab a craft beverage, but also want something to eat? Albuquerque is full of breweries, wineries and distilleries that also have a kitchen. Enjoy a drink, appetizer or full meal at these stops.
Boese Brothers Brewing
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Boese Brothers Brewing is a brewpub, serving a selection of year-round beers and seasonal offerings. The food menu consists of sandwiches and other small bites.
Must Try: the Boese Burger, which includes green chile, spicy pickles and spicy mustard on a brioche bun.
Bosque Brewing Company
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Bosque Brewing Company is an Albuquerque staple with multiple locations across the city. The pub-style menu features a lot of special twists, from green chile hummus to house-made jalapeño tartar sauce.
Must try: the Chicken Poutine Fries, french fries smothered in green chile cream gravy, cheese curds and marinated chicken.
Canteen Brewhouse
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Canteen Brewhouse is the longest-operating brewery in the city. Canteen has a lengthy list of beers on tap, along with a robust food menu. Choose from typical pub fare with a New Mexican twist.
Must Try: the New Mexiterrainean, a sandwich made up of salami, prosciutto and Hatch chile slaw.
D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro
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D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro is a full restaurant that serves D.H. Lescombes wine. This place is perfect for date night with lots of options for appetizers and main courses that can be paired with a glass of wine or wine cocktail.
Must Try: the Lavender Honey Feta and Hummus, house-made hummus and lavender honey-infused New Mexican feta cheese served with accouterments.
Hollow Spirits Distillery
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Hollow Spirits Distillery distills a large selection of its own liquors, many with fun and unique flavors. They also serve a limited menu of burgers and other bites.
Must Try: the Tequila Tiger Shrimp, jumbo tiger shrimp served with a tequila mango cocktail sauce.
Left Turn Distilling
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Left Turn Distilling, Albuquerque’s first distillery, has many liquors to choose from along with a hearty food menu. Pick from tacos, sandwiches and some healthier options.
Must Try: the Hangover Burger, a patty topped with green chile, bacon, cheese and a fried egg.
Nexus Brewery & Restaurant
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For a cold beer paired with soul food, head to Nexus Brewery & Restaurant. The soul food often features a New Mexican twist, pairing Cajun and Southwestern flavors to create delicious, craveable cuisine.
Must Try: New Mexican Hot Chicken is similar to Nashville Hot Chicken but with red chile and cayenne spices.
Ponderosa Brewing Company
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Ponderosa Brewing Company has delicious beer and a typical pub-style menu with some New Mexican dishes, like enchiladas. It’s a great location to watch the latest sports game or have a cozy dinner.
Must Try: the Beer-Battered Fried Pickles or Artichoke Hearts, coated in a mixture of one of Ponderosa’s beers.
Rio Bravo Brewing Company
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Rio Bravo Brewing Company is known for its great food and great beer. The Rio Bravo food menu is comprehensive, and offers options for all diets. Certain menu items come with suggested beers that pair well with the dish.
Must Try: one of the seven variations of tacos, including fried avocado and chicharrón. Pair the tacos with the Rio Bravo Especial.
Steel Bender Brewyard
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Steel Bender Brewyard is another brewery with a packed food menu. Find typical pub fare including salads, burgers and other starters and shareables.
Must Try: the Vegetarian Seitan Wings, made from housemade award-winning seitan and fried with your choice of sauce.
