The neighborhood isn't great and the building and furniture have seen better days so I was skeptical but I sat down anyway. I was very pleasantly surprised. The food was very good including my poached eggs, sausage patties, toast, and hash browns. I've had better hash browns but these were good and I ate them all. The service was excellent - the sort of thing you expect from highly experienced wait staff in a very well managed store. Friendly enough but not too friendly, clearly adjusting their interactions based on customer preference. I don't care for much chit-chat but others nearby obviously did. And they were on time with food, check backs, water, and check. Not sure when I'll be near there again but I will be back. read more

Five stars for the wonderful waitress they have, with so much personality. Zero stars today for the very poor plate of tacos he/she served me. Boo to the cook. The taco meat had been sitting on the back burner most of the day. I walked in at 1:10 pm and they close at 2 pm. Horrible dried up ground beef. Can't believe I am paying for dried up tacos, and the cook served me just that, instead of making me fresh ground beef. Next the Spanish Rice was also very dry and cold. The cook could not at least get it warmed up, no because it was so dried up rice, warming it up would not work. Very nasty plate I was served. The beans were good, yet they were luke warm. The only thing that was fresh on my plate was the sopaipilla and the guacamole. Otherwise, what a freaking mess I was serviced. I guess I am done with Kap's. Sorry because you all have a wonderful up-front staff. There should be a restaurant rule, that they can't serve food that has been sitting around for more than a hour drying up that should not be served to their visitors. read more

New Mexico may be the only place you get chips and salsa with breakfast, but I like it! My dad and my niece come here often, and assured me that even though the neighborhood is super sketchy, the food is good. This place looks like the coffee shops I remember going to as a kid--labs rock walls and a counter with seats. Our server was super sweet and helpful, and came back often to see if we needed anything. I had a delicious carne adovada stuffed sopapilla. We also ordered French toast with eggs and bacon and a carne adovada omelet with hashbrowns and a pancake, and everyone enjoyed their very large breakfasts. This might be in a relatively unsavory part of town, but it's worth the visit for the good food and good service! read more

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Love this place. Food is good and staff is friendly but for the love of God they need to get their hours straight. I've shown up a few times to find them closed during normal business hours. Such a waste of time. Makes me not want to come back because I don't know if they will be open or not. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Business hours - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I've heard lots of good things and people rave about this place on social media. Aside from the cool old school diner look and feel the food was very underwhelming. It's about it as good of a breakfast as you would be just as good as village inn or some other regular chain. I was hoping for it to be as good as people say online. The service was okay no issues there, overall the place is clean inside. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Kap's Skillet Potatoes and Eggs - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Come join Tom Neiman, Jim Tritten, and a few of the guys from the VA Creative Writing Group as we venture along historic Route 66 to Kap's Diner. A long-time favorite of New Mexicans, and travelers, this inconspicuous diner has great food, impeccable service, and a fine indoor eating environment. We recommend it and plan to return soon. Just click on the following YouTube link to see our complete report. https://youtu.be/l_nA7G7qoJs?si=1Gl7CwhQjFbXt38- read more

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What a difference a few years and pandemic make. The food and service were excellent. My coffee cup stayed full. The chorizo & egg were flavorful without the often accompanying grease. It was a meal without the hiccups of our first stop. While not a knock on the business the city's failure to rein in rampant and unchecked homelessness in the area may cause the faint hearted to pass Kap's by. Highlighting the problem a newly installed fence encircles the bldg and parking lot. It's unfortunate because you may pass by a great meal. read more

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When you're craving diner food, this is a great spot to check out. It's very low key but the prices are good and you get a ton of food. My grandparents really like going and we go when they come into town. I personally really love the cinnamon coffee, it is super good and smells amazing. I usually get the chicken fried steak which has large portions and is more than enough for leftovers. Service is always great and fast. read more

Breakfast burrito was one of the worst. Potatoes were cold. Chorizo was chewy and cold. Only warm thing was the red chile on top. Seems like everything is pre-made. Never again read more

Found a new place to eat. Almost didn't go in because of the area but I'm glad I did! The ambiance took you back in time. Sooo yummy and the green chili tastes like my Mom used to make eggs cooked perfectly with a yummy homemade tortilla! Service was very fast and attentive! Definitely going back! read more

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Great place for breakfast! My friends and I wanted to get together and have breakfast because lunch might have been too busy anywhere. This was a perfect choice. Great diner feel and wonderful service. I enjoyed the gravy very much! I'd love to come again for breakfast for sure!! read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Biscuits and Gravy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Omg this place is hometown cooking, from American to Spanish to Italian. All tasty and a very very good price. Pictures on the wall take you a step back in time. Manager Netta and her staff are A #1. This place had been on my bucket list for over 15 years, so very glad I finally went there. Now my family and I try to visit once a week. read more

The staff are so nice they take really great care of there regulars and the food is delicious

Absolutely love Kap's Coffee Shop. Delicious food, customer service, and a large menu. I love the New Mexican food. It's also an Albuquerque landmark. You can't go wrong with eating at a delicious restaurant that the regulars eat at. read more

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Today was a challenge at this otherwise rock-steady establishment. 30 minutes to get pancakes after ordering first, and watching the dining room get their plates first is unacceptable. Sounds like they got new cooks and they are cutting their teeth on the regulars. Need to re-think my trips down here. read more

Great breakfast and great service. The family stayed in Albuquerque so this was breakfast before we hit the road. Kid's breakfast was fresh, hot, and he loved the dollar pancakes. The corned beef was tasty, as was the biscuits and gravy. Overall, a great find! read more

What a great and unexpected surprise! Fellow helpers have rated this diner pretty well and we were in the area yesterday so we gave it a try. First impression: nice fellow diners! People that held doors, said good morning and wished you a nice day. Next: the server. Most friendly person I've met in a long time. She was welcoming and genuinely seemed to like her job. The coffee never stopped coming and she checked in a just the right moments. Then the food: yum! Simple, well prepared and delicious. I got the carne adovada and eggs, but it was the hash brown that amazed me...may have been the best I've ever had. The backstory is that I usually avoid potatoes for breakfast because the a generally mushy and laden w/extra calories that I can spend elsewhere. I ordered the hash browns extra crispy and when it arrived, it actually was! I don't know how the cook did it, but it was super crispy all around and had a soft potato Center. See the pic for the visual. The BF had the skillet breakfast w/green and enjoyed it as well. We didn't get the signature cinnamon roll but I did have the cinnamon coffee and it was great. Reasonable prices- we both ate for $22! Totally a great ABQ find...wish we tried it sooner! read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Carne Adovada w/amazingly crispy hash browns....ask for it! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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The food was great! It reminded me of good old fashioned diner food with a New Mexico twist. The service was also outstanding. My hat's off to the chefs. read more

We hadn't been here for quite awhile. The prices are not the same as listed online... they addre much higher. Food was great service was okay considering most businesses are having trouble hiring. ***we still tipped 30%*** The servers need to know they are appreciated. The decor is nice and the place was busy. read more

This is one of the "real deal" authentic New Mexican diners in Albuquerque, and if you can get past the fact that it smells like a memory care unit when you walk in, you will be delighted by the food. It's a weird sell, I feel ya. But if you're looking for the real stuff - Kap's has it. Get it Christmas. Order the extra sides. It's DELICIOUS and perfect and exactly how New Mexican food should be straight from abuelas kitchen. Staff is super friendly. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Why has it taken me 10 years to try this place??? Famous for its scenes in "BB" and "Better call Saul"...the food is nothing shy of what you'd expect, walking into this quintessential stellar coffe house - top shelf!! I was seriously blown away at how good everything was...and...rubber-necking the other food coming outta the kitchen only made me obsess over how soon could I come back??? I have a hunch the burgers here are stellar as well...any one want to comment?? Great service - great great food...what else is necessary to write?? Just go and enjoy. :D read more

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uncooked tortilla this is my second review today i'm so highly disappointed in the meal i payed for and gave a tip for. the customer service was good but whatever they're doing in the kitchen is not good read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - uncooked tortilla - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

If you're ever on old Route 66, stop at Kap's for a bite to eat. The food was really good and the prices were great. The area has changed a lot since I was last in town but inside still has all the old nostalgia I remember. The servers were friendly and food came out fast and hot. read more

Who knew that steak biscuits and gravy was a thing? Two big fluffy biscuits filled with shaved steak and your style of eggs, with extra shaved steak on the plate, all covered with savory gravy! All for only $11? Man, this was amazing. The rest of the menu looked awesome as well, but when I saw this, I knew I'd fallen in love. And these were even bette than I'd hoped. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - STEAK BISCUITS AND GRAVY!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

The food was delicious!! I had the chicken fried chicken with eggs and hash browns. 10/10!!! Excellent cooks! Also, the ambiance is wonderful with a warm, welcoming atmosphere . Our waitresses were kind, helpful and friendly. I will 100% be coming back to Kap's! read more

Kap's is close to the place I work, when I work in Albuquerque. Yet, I've never been there. What was I thinking? This place is great!! It's got that old diner feel about it, but there's nothing wrong with that. The food is excellent and the service is fantastic. My waitress came by frequently to see how I was doing. She never let the ice tea go below half full. The manager also checked in with me to see how I was enjoying my meal. Very attentive. I was extra hungry and so I ordered the Huevos Rancheros. I was very pleased with it and would definitely order it again, such I be really hungry. It's a big meal, so plan accordingly. Definitely worth returning to! read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Huevos Rancheros - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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This is the "diner" I've been looking for....quintessential in every way. I was tickled by the black and white photos of mid century Albuquerque...the place was clean and crisp, and the staff was simply superb. Stephanie was such a joy...we were trying to decide which burrito to get, and when we asked if we could sample the carne adovada, without hesitation she brought us a chunk of the gold and let me tell you it was killer, falling apart with just the slightest nudge of the fork. We ordered christmas chile smothered on top, and it was NOMdotcom people. The cinnamon roll was off da hook, the perfect sidekick for the cinnamon coffee. As the entrees for nearby tables were coming out, we couldn't help but sneak a peak en route, everything was beautiful! I truly enjoyed our time there, and looking so forward to bringing my husband and in-laws who will really appreciate the vibe here. read more

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The gravy was delicious, but my special order threw them off I think (ordering the "biscuit, egg, and steak sammie covered in gravy and topped with cheese" with hashbrowns instead of steak ), and the plate came out all lackluster and leaving something to be desired. Such a combination of ingredients could've been great, though, so what happened? The breakie burrito was mediocre by all accounts, the sausage too sweet, and the pancakes were typical diner cakes. Maybe I shoulda tried the cinnamon roll instead... The server was sweet and attentive, but she didn't make the whole experience worth $50 (41 + tip) for a family-of-four diner-breakfast. I'm thinking if the prices were 20% lower, it might've wow'ed me. As it stands, a solid greasy spoon but not cheap enough to warrant going there instead of any one of a dozen awesome Albuquerque brunch joints. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Sent back cuz it wasn't "covered with cheese." This is what came back? I do not think that word (covered) means what you think it means. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Have visited several times for breakfast with family. My father and daughter are picky eaters and have never been disappointed. The food is New Mexican and priced lower than other comparable restaurants. The staff is always friendly and the food arrives quickly. The restaurant is comfortable, an older building but updated and clean. There are not many tables so the volume is very good for conversation. If you like Loyola's or Frontier you'll appreciate Kaps. Try the cinnamon flavored coffee. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Breakfast Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Went there for lunch because my coworker swore they had the best chicken fried steak anywhere. Man was he wrong. It looks at taste like it came out of a box, which is not a real chicken fry. Real chicken fried steak is dipped in batter before frying, not bread crumbs. With it was eggs over easy, which was the best part of the plate. The hash browns are fried in bacon grease, so you get this nasty potato shell full of mush as a side. Also came with sourdough toast and "homemade" jam, which tasted like it came from a smuckers jar. They probably should replace the window with the bullet hole in it. Just saying. Overall disappointed and will not return. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

We were in town for an event and decided to yelp a location for lunch! This was the best decision, everything we ordered was amazing. I had a smothered breakfast burrito and wow! read more

Lucy was our server and she is top notch! She suggested the seasonal pumpkin pancakes and they were amazing! I got the Kap's potato skillet smothered in green with bacon and sausage. Eggs over easy. So yummy! The complimentary chips and salsa were really good too. read more

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Five stars for both the food and the service. They don't open until 7:00 so there weren't a lot of other customers there when I got there about that time. Solid old school breakfast choices. Lots of room. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Interior of Kap's - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Every time we're there, we get great friendly service. Even the customers treat each other nicely. Great food as is always expected with excellent home cooked meals. read more

This place is older and could use a little TLC. The staff was nice and the food was good. But be ready to see shady people outside. And the parking lot is full so be ready to drive in circles or park on the street. read more

OMG. I finally made it to Kap's. I'm sorry I never went sooner. From the street view, it looks very unassuming, strictly a diner. An american fare diner is what I thought. Not too usually in the mood for a patty melt and fries with a milkshake. Although breakfast, I do love. Anytime of day, but especially for breakfast, and to top it off, on a Sunday. Something about a real good breakfast on Sunday mornings, are just right. That's what brought met to Kap's, I heard some talk about their cinnamon roll, better than Frontier, which for me, is a plus, because I am not much a fan of theirs. We were seated and I order a roll before breakfast and some coffee. I was offered their cinnamon coffee, which I gladly accepted, must be one of their niches. It was a pleasant taste, just a faint cinnamon flavor not overpowering the coffee, great company for the actual cinnamon roll. As for brekkie, I decided on their old fashioned french toast. It did not disappoint! It looked good, smelled great and tasted wonderful! The texas toast dipped in the batter gives it just enough weight that when it sits cooking on the griddle, the edges get nice and browned, giving it that little crunch. Everything was just oh, so, darn good. I should mention that do a good choice of new mexican favorites like, a hand held or smothered breakfast burrito, or a huevos rancheros if you'r feeling something more hearty. I can't forget to mention our service. It was stellar. I didn't get his name, but this guy was a gentleman. He kept our coffees full and didn't bother when we were eating which is always nice. I do like to stuff my face with a little privacy. You see me eating happily, there's no need to ask if everything is good, you'll know its good when my plate is clean. We're talking clean. That's what happens when you find good eats. It gets eaten. Loved this place and can't wait to go back. Gotta make up for lost time. read more

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Kap's is a old fashioned- Route 66 diner. It is family owned restaurant and steady stream of regular customers make it their stop for breakfast on any given day. They have a lot of New Mexican cuisine in their menu. I always get Kap's combo which is absolutely yummy. It has chicken/beef taco, cheese enchiladas, Chile relleno, red or green Chile, sopapillas, beans and rice. If you are new to New Mexican cuisine and would like to taste a little bit of everything, I'd highly recommend this combo. I always get this for my friends who visit Albuquerque and it never disappointed us. Overall, it is a authentic diner place with prompt service and friendly smiles. read more

Kap's Coffee Shop and Diner - Kap's combo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Always good. Friendly and attentive service, even when when the restaurant is full. Most tender carne adovada I've had. Easily my favorite breakfast spot. read more

Really great food and service! Typical diner breakfasts like pancakes, biscuits and gravy, etc. Excellent New Mexican fare- probably the best red Chile I've had. Our server was fast, caring, and funny. The only issue I found was that the prices on their website were much lower than on the menu when we arrived (still pretty standard prices) so it was a little pricier than I expected. read more

Seemed like an average old diner that might have made a better impression in its day, but we did enjoy the Christmas chile and our coffee cups were kept hot and full. Friendly service. The retro feel of this former Denny's from the 60's, with counter service, on this section of "Historic Route 66" is appealing. read more