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A recent Albuquerque transplant asked about some local restaurants that are worth seeking out for the more intrepid diner. Here’s a list of some favorites. Enjoy and feel free to contribute your own.

Ezra’s Place (In a bowling alley. Eat some great food then maybe throw a few strikes.

May Cafe There’s ton of great Vietnamese food in Albuquerque. This happens to be my favorite. Also check out Cafe Trang, Que Huong and Pho #1.

Sophia’s Place The sister restaurant to Ezra’s. Great for breakfast, usually fairly crowded. Luscious, sinful pancakes.

O’Niell’s Irish Pub Great beer selection. Irish pub fare. Mellow atmosphere.

Which Wich A great, affordable sandwich franchise. Worth checking out in the university area.

The Grove Cafe & Market A lovely breakfast and brunch spot. Definitely a better chance at good seating if you arrive off hours. (Early for breakfast, after 1 p.m. for lunch).

Paul’s Monterey Inn A steakhouse that hasn’t stepped one foot out of the 1960s. Fantastic.

Monte Carlo Steakhouse If you’re looking for well done, go somewhere else.

Casa Vieja Great food in a wonderful old adobe. If you go to Sunday brunch, you simply must try the breakfast bread pudding.