If you want to eat a very large restaurant, this is it. The food is sort of OK, nothing to brag about. I had the green chicken enchiladas. I specifically asked for beans but I got some soft of in betwen beans and refried that lacked any taste, the rice was overcooked and the little salad was soggy. The green... more

some of the best mexican i've had, and definitely the best new mexican more

We were told to come here by a local and we are basically glad we did. The food, service, and drinks were good. The patio is lovely but would probably look better at night. The whole place looks a little shabby and was none too clean. I like shabby-chic, but not the total unkept/uncared for look of the place. We... more

I’m tempted to write a one word review for the El Pinto Restaurant: Shitty! Since that will probably not suffice let me give you the “real” rundown on this overrated eatery and it’s mundane food. First, let me explain that the State of New Mexico would not be known for anything if it wasn’t for green chile. Way too much... more

We went here based on 3 locals suggestions. They said we had to go there... actually I had better Mexican in Wisconsin! I have to agree... besides the cob webs on the lights, the ambience is very mexican-like. but it's really dark in there. Our waitress was terribly rude... she talked down to us, never cracked a smile, and was... more

Absolutely wonderful authentic MEXICAN (not New Mexican) food. This is the closest I've found in New Mexico to authentic food. Lots of food, great service, beautiful location at an inexpensive cost. Keep it up El Pinto, you guys are wonderful. more

Good food. more

Great Food, service and ambience. Truly Nex Mexican. Chicken Nachos and the margritas are great. more

their food has declined in recent years. Still has the best patio in Albuquerque. They can seat over 1000 people. more