We decided to stop in for milkshakes. Last time was a good experience. What a complete Disappointment this time. The shakes were pretty watery. We were expecting nice thick shakes. The shakes were nothing special. We had to ask for clean glasses to pour our shakes into because the waitress carried our shakes to us between her arm and her dirty uniform. Probably why the uniform was in the condition it was. Gross. Note to Management: your employees need new uniforms. All of them had on old, stained, dirty uniforms. This takes away from the unique atmosphere. read more

My fiancé and I were on a road trip moving my stuff California to Louisiana and had followed a lot of the old Route 66. We found the diner at the last min coming into Albuquerque to stay a night. Hands down the best place we stopped at on our trip. We weren't looking for super expensive places but for what we had expected, the food was incredible. Their chilies are the best we had had and the service was awesome. They let us stay and not rush us out when the place closed. Talked with us for a while and asked where we were headed. For the variety of food they offer I had expected some of it to be, well, cheap diner food but it wasn't. Highly recommend the place to anyone passing through. read more

Unfavorable opinion of this restaurant. Menu prices have raised-my burger was ten bucks. The bun was cold and pulled right out of the bag-not toasted/warmed, and the green chile was tasteless with no heat. Also, they left their gallons of milk sitting out on the counter for the whole hour that we were there, and BTW, it was NOT Creamland milk as they claim to use in their commercials. read more

Great service! Menu is era relative. Had meatloaf sandwich son had a hot dog. Both plates were cleared. Can't let the beautiful road die!

This place has delicious food in large quantities at good prices. They have yet to disappoint us. Their shakes are the best around. They have the best chicken fried chicken this side of Texas (better than Texas Roadhouse). We always have to split an entree and a shake and that's plenty of food for 2 people. Their kids cheeseburger is the size of a normal cheeseburger anywhere else. read more

Classic diner, quick and friendly service. We went here because it was the only restaurant we could find open Sunday night. Greasy fish and chips... Too greasy to eat;fries were mediocre, as were the chicken enchiladas. read more

Bad enchilada, beans tasted canned, chile did not have that roasty taste we are so accustomed to. About an hour after meal I started to feel ill, still suffering today. My spouse ordered a burger medium, it was dry, Not as good as it used to be. Very disappointed! read more

I tried to order something "light" so I went with the grilled cheese to save room for a milkshake. It was perfect and the fries were great too. (I mean, yeah, it's "just" a grilled cheese, but yes you CAN screw that up!) The milkshake was delicious! I would love to go back. I had my eye on a couple of other items on the menu that I'd like to try (the green chile cheese fries and the "Pileup"). read more

Great atmosphere and decor however when we stopped by for a shake to go so we could get back on the road we sat for 10 minutes at the counter without being served before we decided to leave. We were asked by three servers if we needed menus and we advised them we wanted to get shakes to go but no one seemed interested in actually taking that order. Such a shame since this is an iconic Rt 66 location and other reviewers speak highly of the shakes. read more

We went here on our trip to NM and the food was ok but desserts were excellent we'll worth the stop ,but we picked a bad night because we had horrible service. So the meal wasn't as enjoyable as it could have been but the nostalgia was great. read more

One of the best restaurants in Albuquerque. Have a pile up and a chocolate shake. You won't regret it.

went to see what all the fuss was about while the shakes were delicious the food was just ok and way to over priced,my burger was almost cold when it came out and my fiancée fish and chips were greasy and the chips were stale.the onion rings are good though but you have pay extra for an already over priced meal.the over all service was OK but our waitress tended to disappear when we needed something,probably not going back except for maybe a shake to go read more

Maybe I am a total dork but I loved it here! I went with a group of fellow students and we were excited for the shakes. I had the Philly Cheese Steak which was pretty greasy but, hey! I was on vacation so I really didn't care. If you're passing through Albuquerque be sure to stop! read more

Awesome milkshakes, especially the Elvis- PB and banana. Can't vouch for the food though. On Central (old Rt 66), just east of I-25.

This review is for the milkshake, more than the food. I primarily went for a milkshake, and I was pleased. They have various toppings, but I stuck with a simple mint chocolate chip. I appreciate the fat straw to let the chips through. The shake was very thick, and very large. I also got chicken pot pie. The white gravy was a bit bland, but the pot pie hit the spot. I would return for the shakes. read more

This place is decent. Sometimes it's a little hit or miss, but I still enjoy eating here. I feel it's kind of overpriced for the quality and quantity you get. read more

Atmosphere is the coolest! You could spend hours just looking at all the pop culture that fills this place. The burgers are phenomenal! Some of the best I've ever eaten. But the absolute best was the milkshake! Wow!!! We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Albuquerque! read more

I'm surprised I'm writing this review. We've visited the 66 Diner many times for the last 15-20 years. Last night was awful! It was a slow time, around 8pm. We ordered our food with both my daughter and myself being specific that we could not have a bun. She brought out my daughter's plate with the bun! So the server took the plate back to recook. I asked for only a green chile cheeseburger - a la carte - med well. It was undercooked. My daughter enjoyed her burger, but the cheese on the fries was not melted. When we got our bill, I had been charged $9.99 for a burger pattie so I informed the staff who got the server. I told her all I ordered and ate was a burger pattie, please change it to the a la carte price. She said 'We don't do that here'. I told her I wouldn't have ordered if I had known it was ten dollars for a burger pattie and nothing else. She was sorry, but didn't do anything. Then I must have looked exasperated and she said she'd take the price of a shake off the bill because she got my daughter's order wrong and didn't tell me about no a la carte. She didn't seem too concerned about it. I won't go back. How sad. read more

Good atmosphere, burgers were good. Service could have been a tad better, but overall definitely recommend this place.

Got take out the other night, bacon cheeseburgers (I was really tired and asked if they had a "basic" cheeseburger, and wound up with bacon. Nice surprise). Anyway, the burgers were delicious after a hard day of moving, but they were obviously just pre-prepared patties. If it were a little cheaper, it would be a better option. read more

We have eaten here a couple of times. The chicken fried steak and chicken fried chicken is good. Stay away from the Chicken Chimichanga though. The red chile is generic. It definitely does not do a good job at representing New Mexico. The chicken tastes like it is from a can, also. The desserts are delicious, though. read more

On Tuesday October 21, 2014 my wife and I had dinner at Rt. 66. That was the first and will be the last time that we eat there. When we first sat down one of the wait staff dropped a pitcher of water on the floor that splashed all over us. Then as we were eating our meal a homeless man came in and asked for a glass of water. The manager (I think she was a manager her uniform was different from everyone else's) then proceeded to humiliate the man by telling him in a loud voice that the only way he could have a glass of water was if he bought something. My wife and I then told the manager that we would pay for a meal for him. The way that he was treated is not only wrong but was extremely demeaning. My wife and I are not looking for an "atta Boy" for this because we both feel that what we did was the right thing to do. The service was great by the waitstaff. That manager should be disciplined for the way that she treated that man. read more

The food is well priced for the volume that you get, and the staff is friendly. The atmosphere is where this restaurant shines, along with its amazing malts and shakes. It is worth it to simply come in just to get a milkshake, they are expertly made and always taste delicious. I have eaten here many times and will continue to eat here for a long time to come. read more

Arrived in Albuquerque visited a few spots when hunger hits. Route 66 diner off we go. Dearest Donna was our waitress. What a doll, she was patient, helpful and fun to be around. I ordered the fender bender. Potatoes cooked to a perfection crispy on the outside but soft and mushy on the inside. Sweet bacon cooked with a crunch that no sauce can soften the crisp. Cheese, green chili and egg over easy with a flour tortilla. I couldn't resist but to break the yolk. The golden sauce oozing over the salty, creamy starchy and spicy dish married the whole meal. I was impressed with the attention our server gave us. Our drinks never dried out and the atmosphere felt like I was Marty McFly. The whole staff works hard to make your experience enjoyable. Also one last note I have two boys 9 and 10 one is very picky. (Hint 9 year old ) Lets call him Secondo, he loved the crispy chicken sandwich. BINGO!!!!! for a picky kid and for him to like something new was a big plus in my book! You will not be disappointed even for that picky eater. In closing, stable the horses and enjoy this timeless masterpiece on old Route 66! Tutti a mangiare!! read more

If you go to Albuquerque without visiting 66 Diner, you've failed. FAILED!!! This is THE place. Have you ever had a milkshake so amazing that it makes you want to start a milkshake religion? No? That could only be because you've never had one from 66 Diner. Ever eat a green chile burger so delicious it made you want to abandon your family, quit your lame job and sell your possessions so that you could live a life of green chile burger eating bliss (till the money runs out and you have to sell your body on Central Ave to perpetually get your next green chile burger fix. "He was such a good kid until he started doing those burgers.")? You haven't? Well then, you've gotta make it down to 66 Diner. "But, I like my family." SHUTUP!!! EAT THE BURGER!! The only thing your family has ever done for you is get in the way of your burger and milkshake dreams. Your dad never really supported anything you wanted to do and your mom just stood by and watched while every last ounce of hope was extinguished from your already sad existence. 66 Diner is there for you. Do what's right. read more