COCINA AZUL, Albuquerque - 4243 Montgomery Blvd NE - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor

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Reviewed January 1, 2024

Sometimes I skip cantinas that serve food because I guess that a (just) restaurant might have better food... in this case, New Mexican food. But it was New Year's Day, this place was nearby and open for dinner... I'm glad I went! I got a...bowl of green chile stew that was delicious and just hot enough for someone who grew up eating New Mexican food. They even include a sopaipilla at no extra charge (which used to be common, but these days many places charge extra -- or even treat the sopaipillas as dessert instead of what they're meant for: filled with honey to help cool the spicy chile). The server was muy simpatico too. Too bad I'm leaving town tomorrow... I would come back and try some of their (long) menu of NM favorites.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed November 1, 2023 via mobile

Service was prompt and friendly. Restaurant and bar were both very clean. Their horchata was delightful and refreshing. I had the brisket enchiladas. They were filled to overflowing with the tender beef. Don't bother with the rice or beans; they lacked flavor and didn't add...much to the meal.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed October 9, 2022 via mobile

Cocina Azul Luis, Ivan, Luis, Jesus and Madeline thank you, you are special people. Ivan and Luis were so funny, loved the personality. I ordered you brisket tacos, fries (tots) pinto beans, yum! My husband ordered the brisket enchilada smothered with the red and green...chili, Arizona chilies, it was spicy and delicious. We are totally happy with this place and we cannot wait to go back to say hi to our new friends, what a good job they did. So patient never ending line, good food, good service. I WOULD RECOMMENDMore

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed August 27, 2023

Food is over priced $$$ for its quality and quantity, but this review is NOT based on their food quality, but more on the lack of customer service from their staff. Rude and on their phone, threw the food bag at us and as they...walked alway said “thank you” when they remembered the “tip” after not even acknowledging us, even with a “hi.” Have visited many restaurants in Abq., this one is by far the worst in customer service. Will not give my future business to them.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed June 9, 2023 via mobile

We decided to go here because we love the food and we wanted to use an AARP coupon for a free Queso . I shared my coupon and unfortunately the general manager told our server that they were not doing anything with AARP. I hope...that the owner sees this and fixes this issue. AARP is a legit place and this is the first time I ever had a coupon denied. The expiration date was in July. That’s why I gave them a 4. However I give our server Ivan a 5. He was great as always. The food was delicious as always. This restaurant is one of my favorites here. I won’t let this one hiccup ruin that for me. I was just disappointed and kind of felt like they didn’t believe coupon was legit .More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed October 8, 2023

We stopped in for an early dinner before heading to Balloon Fiesta. The southwestern dishes were very tasty and we enjoyed the red and green sauces. We came here from recommendation from hotel personnel when we asked about a good local restaurant.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed November 27, 2023 via mobile

The green chili cream pork soup was too spicy for most of us. Liked the burger and the taco. Line out the door on Saturday 14 October after the eclipse and balloon festival. Please put a QR code in the window so that people can...see the menu before they enter.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed September 6, 2022 via mobile

On the recommendation of our hotel we stopped for supper. Our waiter De’Jean, was super. He made some wonderful recommendations for us and we were very pleased. The girls each had the Carne Adovada Relleno plate, one the taco salad and I had the Fajitas....Except for the taco salad, the others came with two sides. Three of us had the house margarita (happy hour). Overall we thought the bill was very reasonable for all the food we ate. It has my recommendation.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

There is no handicap parking. None. No designated space at all. (I'm a wheelchair user). When we got inside, I asked the hostess if I could speak with the manager, thinking maybe I missed the spot. I'm not saying I deserved the spot..I'm wondering why...the ADA requirement wasn't being met. We waited and waited but never got shown a table, and the manager never came to talk to us. We left.More

Date of visit: April 2024
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Reviewed October 17, 2023

Ivan was our server and was especially helpful. I make a good Huevo’s Rancheros and Cocina Azul, Montgomery Blvd., make and excellent version. My friend had the Green Chili Stew and said it was the best they had in New Mexico.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed June 23, 2023

I decided to try one of the best Mexican restaurants in Albuquerque. Ask the waiter Jesse to hook me up with awesome meal on his recommendation. Look forward to culinary surprise. Jesse definitely did not disappoint, he hooked me up. I had one of the...best Mexican meal I ever had. If you are in Albuquerque and want a to die for Mexican meal go Cocina Azul Montgomery. Ask for Jesse, I guarantee you will have an unforgettable experience.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed December 6, 2017

I wanted to love this location as much as I love the other location, but can not. Arrived at front door and waited for a long time (7-10 minutes) to be greeted by an employee who was just passing by on way to the kitchen....Was seated after a few more minutes. We waited, and waited. Another couple came in after us and within minutes were greeted by a waitress and brought waters. Meanwhile we were still waiting. After about 10 minutes, with no contact from any employee, we left. I had eaten at this location 1x before and though the menu is the same, the preparation is not. Do yourself a favor and go to the original location on 12th. The food, the ambiance and the service is excellent!More

Date of visit: December 2017
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Reviewed November 4, 2017

Horrible service! Our server made SO many mistakes. Our food took a long time and we could tell that it was mainly due to our server being "checked out". The other servers were not so good either. Poor management at this location. They really need...to get their act together. The food was fair.More

Date of visit: September 2017
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Reviewed May 13, 2018

Menu said there burger's are 1/2 lb in size. Well the cheeseburger my husband had was more like 5 oz. Will say the bun very nice not just a hamburger bun for the burger. Also was skimpy on the fries. Not impressed with the food.

Date of visit: May 2018
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Reviewed March 31, 2019

2 of ate here. The food and Service was Outstanding! Got tons of food on the combo plate. Highly recommend here for a great meal.

Date of visit: March 2019
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Yes, it was the Paseo del Norte location. Terrible service, so-so food. Will not recommend this place or ever go back.
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COCINA AZUL, Albuquerque - 4243 Montgomery Blvd NE - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor

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  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 3.5