Hands down one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. The service was beyond horrible--staff looked completely lost, disorganized, and clearly poorly managed. No one knew what they were doing, and it felt like customers were an inconvenience rather than a priority. Management is a disaster. There's zero leadership, zero accountability, and it shows in every part of the experience. Long waits, careless attitudes, and constant mistakes made the entire visit frustrating from start to finish. And the food? Absolutely awful. Poorly cooked, poorly seasoned, and honestly embarrassing to serve. Nothing tasted fresh, and it was nowhere near worth the money. Save yourself the time, money, and frustration. This place needs a complete overhaul before it deserves anyone's business. I will never be coming Back read more

I live near this location and was craving red chile chicken enchiladas with sopapillas on the side. This is the first time in my life I sent back all the food. Enchilada filling was like canned dog food, sauce was a watery, tasteless mess, and whoever heard of serving up day-old sopapillas in New Mexico? Shame, shame! They did apparently spend some money upgrading their headless giant lizard crawling up the outside of their building, though. Should've upgraded the food instead. read more

Stopped in for dinner today after a long day of running around to appointments. They are usually very consistent. Fingers crossed today. Update: The food was good as always, but both plates could have used a little more chile. One of the plates had only a small amount of beans (under portioned). The employee was very friendly and the food was very fresh. read more

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This establishment has gone completely downhill, and it's clear that poor management is at the root of the problem. What used to be a reliable stop is now consistently disorganized, slow, and frustrating. Employees appear untrained and uninterested in doing their jobs, which creates a chaotic and unpleasant experience for customers. There is no sense of urgency, accountability, or basic customer service anymore The service is especially bad. Staff members are rude or dismissive, orders are frequently wrong, and when mistakes are pointed out, employees respond with attitude instead of solutions. Management is either nowhere to be found or simply doesn't care. There is no apology, no effort to fix issues properly, and no sign that customer satisfaction matters at all. Overall, this place has clearly lost its standards. Between the poor service, lack of leadership, and overall decline in quality, it's hard to justify spending money here anymore. Until management takes responsibility and makes serious changes, I would not recommend this establishment to anyone. This place has gone completely downhill due to HORRIBLE MANAGEMENT and careless employees. The service is disorganized, and filled with attitude. Orders are constantly wrong, food quality has dropped, and no one takes responsibility when mistakes happen. Management clearly does not care, because if they did, this level of incompetence wouldn't be tolerated. Save yourself the frustration and go somewhere else. read more

Nothing is wrong with the food- the food is amazing and so are the staff. I'm leaving this review in light of their recent price increases. A bean stuffed (no meat) sopa *plate* used to be $11 and change. That's a fair price. That's what I paid like a week ago. Today they told me the stuffed sopa by itself is now $11 and it's an extra almost $4 to make it a combo plate. That is- $4 to add tiny half a scoop of rice and beans and a sopa on the side. For $15 I can eat at a sit down restaurant with service and bigger portions, not pay for a small-ish take-out container. Let me say that I've been eating here since I was a child- over 30 years now. I love this place and the food and while I lived in CA I thought about this place weekly. I am now local again but they've raised the prices to where the value just isn't there any longer for what it is. Maybe for the other locations but not for a take-out spot in the South Valley which isn't inviting or feasible to eat in because it has just 2 tables in a lobby which are always taken by people waiting on their orders. Which brings me to my next point- Management- are you forgetting what community you serve and started out in?? This is the South Valley. We are working class people. I understand the need to raise prices because of the economic situation but raising items by $4 overnight is insulting to the people who supported you for decades. I'll still eat here when I can afford it- but for that price I'd rather get ambiance and real service. read more

They don't answer calls or hang up. Seems like they have beef with some customers that they won't accept calls.

Came to Little Anita's JUST LAST NIGHT based on the recommendation of a friend who lived in New Mexico, and it looked like there were several options of Little Anita's to visit! We had such a good experience that I wanted to make sure to lift this place up as soon as I had a chance. We simply opted for whichever Little Anita's was still open when we landed around 7:00pm. Felt and looked more like a local spot, so I felt more comfortable in it. Naturally, though, we stick out like sore thumbs because we were gawking at the menu. Per my friend's recommendation, we ordered one #34 adovada carne soapapilla with red sauce and rice and beans and one order #35 of adovada carne/beans with green sauce and rice and beans to go. We also ordered a cup of water and a soda. Since we ordered to go, we waited for a hot minute, and the ladies were SO NICE TO US. In just our first hour in Albuquerque, we felt welcomed at Little Anita's. They gave us a local magazine that highlighted Albuquerque food and things to do. They also snuck in some extra food in our to-go bag! UM, AMAZING. We got to our hotel and CONSUMED EVERYTHING. Omg. Soapapilla was soft (and perfect for my brace face). Rice and beans were an excellent addition. I want to try the green sauce one, next! Overall, my tummy and heart are happy. read more

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They couldn't make me a quesadilla. And they could not explain to me why. Did they run out of tortillas?!? Or cheese?!? Who knows?!? What Hispanic restaurant in New Mexico won't do a quesadilla...especially when it is on their menu?!?! And the restaurant is located across the street from a grocery store...dude for real?!? read more

My favorite restaurant even after living in LA for 15 years. I love this place so much. Never disappoints. The stuffed sopas are the best out there. read more

The food is pretty consistent. Customer service is good most of the time. I do recommend for New Mexican food in the SV.

Not how it used to be I used to love little Anita's but it's not the same I wanted one of their delicious sopas but they were not the same very disappointed. Won't event eat there again read more

Little Anita's - Carne adovada, beans, rice, and a sopaopilla - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

"Briza" (name on my receipt) She took my order wrong while arguing the point with me, when I asked for the "bowl" of beans she said "side" I told her no because the sides are way too small (pointless honestly to even buy) she told me they don't do bowls so I pointed to the bowl reference on the wall.. she told me they don't have a button for beans, argued the point back-and-forth with her which is weird cause my dad always buys that size for my girls.. so instead she charged me two PINTS if I knew she was gonna charge me a pint I would have gotten one.. so when I seen my order I asked her why she charged me for the pints when I wanted the bowl. She just laughed at my face so I asked for a refund.. she was smirking the whole time.. now she is trying to over charge my debit card that I paid with for the food! I know this cause she kept asking me what my name was. Why would you need my name? Only reason is to look through all those receipts to look for my name to do what? Maybe add a tip that she never got? My bank will handle it, so I'm not worried but I hope she knows that is illegal. Been coming here for 28 years, worked through all the employees they go through never had one so rude and unprofessional. read more

I haven't eaten at this place in a very long time being I don't live in ABQ anymore and was not impressed with this locations food at all! Though the red chile was good. This location also needs to hire more staff to accommodate the amount of volume in orders. Tried to order over the phone and no one ever picked up so we drove down to order and the inside of the restaurant was packed - no bueno! read more

Little Anita's - stuff chicken sopa with rice - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Disappointing and much too expensive for what it was. $12 for a house margarita. Salsa tasted like it was Paces salsa. Tortillas in the enchiladas were stale. read more

I ordered the Chile relleno plate for breakfast today, when I got home my relleno batter was not cooked underneath. I ate soggy batter. Usually every meal I order is cooked well, but not today. Also my sopapilla was under cooked, I did not eat it. Today was a waste of my time. I don't think I'll order rellenos for awhile, considering it's one of their most expensive plates. I never understood why it's so expensive, considering it's a vegan plate. read more

These are my favorite 'to-go' breakfast burrritos. This Little Anita's location does have a couple tiny tables to dine in, but it's really a take out spot. The have your full New Mexican menu- burritos, tacos, tamales, combo plates... And BREAKFAST! Their breakfast burritos are perfect. Scrambled eggs, meat of your choice, papas (no hashbrowns here, guys), chile of your choice, and cheese all swaddled in a yummy tortilla for your enjoyment. My old faithful is bacon and red, but do what you want it's all great. Their chile is flavorful and not too hot, and everything is made to order. There are daily specials on a chalkboard, be sure to check those out too! read more

Little Anita's - Look for the lizard! - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Placed an order for #41 special Chimichanga. Got it home and it was a burrito, not deep fried like most chimichangas plus nothing added, menu called out sour cream, guacamole & garnish. So called them to let them know the order wasn't right. Well you need to bring the order back in so we can see it or one says take a picture and bring your receipt in next time. By the end of 3 conversation there is really nothing we can do. Wow! Okay I wasn't asking for a credit just wanted someone to know. From this day forward I am going to check my order before paying. I would advise anyone else eating there to do so. Lessons learned. Try to support local businesses and this how you get treated. read more

Ew ew ew. So gross. Tasteless food. Crappy ambience. This was recommended to us but one look at it should have given us the right idea. If you need last minute fast food, ok. Otherwise go anywhere else. read more

Hate to bring it down but this place left me sad. Case in point: queso dip was made with Velveeta. Frickin Velveeta. When we asked the server if they had queso blanco instead of Velveeta/cancer orange/double nasty dip our waiter replied "oh, that's traditional mexican." WTF? I interpreted this to mean that New Mexican cuisine embraces crapiness. Not cool dude. Not cool. Pros: sopapilla with carne adovada, chama brewery beer (sunburn) Cons: VELVEETA queso dip read more

OMG, it's been a while since I stopped in here. But I thought I'd give it a whirl. The woman, Jeanette, taking orders, running cash register and keeping the small dining are neat and clean was absolutely amazing! She was quick, kind and kept things in order and running smooth. She made sure people had the correct orders, and provided salsa, honey and anything else needed to enjoy the food. She treated EVERYONE with courtesy and kindness like we were all her regulars. It's hard to get good help and friendly service but this gal has it ALL. If I had a business I'd swipe her up in a heartbeat. Oh, BTW the food is fresh and pretty good. Good deals and yumminess plus the friendliness Jeanette offers will keep me coming back! read more

Best breakfast burritos in town! Well the best from a "fast food" restaurant. The other food options stand in the middle of the pack for New Mexican food. Always friendly service at any location. read more

Little Anita's - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

They are such a cute restaurant! Great service and our server (KC) was fantastic! The food was amazing.

I don't get the hype on this restaurant whatsoever? I've eaten here twice and found the food to be nothing special or even memorable for that matter. And, they're WAY overpriced! Both times, their staff have been dismissive at best as well. Rude even. I mean, I'd feed there in a serious pinch, [like maybe armageddon] but to be honest, I would literally choose a McDonald's restaurant much quicker. I mean that. read more

We have eaten here twice since moving into the area. Both times we used there website and ordered for curbside pickup. The first time was okay they brought out our food, they seemed friendly and we went home. Unfortunately I was not able to eat my food (everyone elses was fine) I ordered a refried bean and beef stuff sopapilla plate. There was no beans and the hamburger meat was still pink. The second time I went I texted the number that say on the website and processed to wait for 15 mintues before I finally called. When they answered I was put on hold and waited for almost 5 mintues before they came back. (Parking lot cleared out other then 1 car at this point) then was greeting with some women with an attitude because they no longer offer curbside even though it's on there own website. They brought out my food and I went home. Food was cold/soggy. This time I ordered chicken enchiladas with green on the side and the chicken was also undercooked and pink(See picture). Now I understand why people get sick from eating there food and I will not be back. Having one bad time okay fine will let it go, having a second bad time and then greeted with an attitude as YOUR CUSTOMER. I will not be back read more

Little Anita's - Undercooked chicken - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Customer Service is pretty bad. The lady at front desk was pretty rude, didn't even greet or say anything. She rudely gave me the reciept. Food is good tho read more

The workers are rude, I was told ifs go back onto the property that the cops will be called. All because my food was mess-up and I complained about it. read more

This place has always been great . My boyfriend and I come here very often . The one tiny lady working in the front is so sweet and always answers the phone and gets it done great . This last time I came , I called 11 times and it kept ringing and ringing . Never was helped . So I assumed they were very busy . I decided to come in and just order even if it took a bit of time . So I ordered and was told it take 20 minutes , fine . So I was sitting down waiting for my orders and I saw the young gentleman pick up the phone and hang it back up . Didn't say anything . I was in shock . A little skeptical about coming back now . read more

We stopped for lunch @ the Menaul location for lunch on Sunday, but 8 hours later I wish we had not. BFF has had some gastric distress, but I, on the other hand, started pooping like a pet monkey. Then the vomiting began. Oh the joy, vomiting and diarrhea. Thanks Little Anita! I'll return when I need a 24 hour, 7 pound weight loss, emergency diet. read more

Ive been eating here a long time..Before they moved into there bigger place,when it was a walk up to window..They still have the great food from way back,just nicer now..If and when im in the south valley and need fast,cheap new Mexican food at a good price this is a no brainer..Not the best location so keep your head on a swivel..Ive seen some crazy stuff go down right down the street.. read more

My aunt worked here for years.... i love there Carne Adobada Burritos & sopapillas are so effing good.

When it comes to Mexican fast food, this place definitely blows Taco Bell and Del Taco out of the water. My burrito was pretty good -- cheese was melty, red chili sauce was good, and the portion was pretty huge. However, all of that was overshadowed by the fact that we were expecting a restaurant (we've since learned that Little Anita's is different than Little Anita's Mexican Food -- don't make the same mistake!), this place is located in a slightly sketch part of town, and there was an altercation at the register where a customer was arguing with the guy at the register over a missing burrito, and asked him if "he wanted to take it outside." We left at that point and I'll never know if these two grown men actually started fighting in the middle of the street over a burrito. Oy. I hope not. read more

Great new Mexican food for a great price love there combo plate and breakfast burritos

My favorite restaurant in Albuquerque!! I LOVE the sopapillas!!! I ate them every day we were in Albuquerque!!! All the dishes I've ever had there were delicious and reasonably priced. read more

Great service! Really friendly. Friend had the green chili soup, it was bland and watery, I had the combo. The red chili is good and spicy! Typical tamale, chalky enchilada, and decent taco. Overall good spot. A bit over priced for what you get. read more

You just can't beat the breakfast burrito. Well priced; coffee was decent. Made for a great morning. Walked from the hotel to this place; then on to the museums and downtown mall area. Definitely worth a stop for your morning walk around old town Albuquerque. read more

Well tried to place a phone order was put on hold for 30 minutes. Living a couple blocks away we figured we would just go and place the order at the counter. When we got there we discovered the place only had one other customer which lettuce to wonder why we are put on hold for so long. What is then treated rudely Buy in house staff. Also the Kooks tried hitting on my friend which led her to be very uncomfortable would never ever ever go to another Little Anita's ever again this place is basically the McDonald's of Mexican food read more

Best thing ever. im a fan of the indian taco.. or indian burger?... whatever its called its a sopapilla with a patty on top with (my perferred) red chile lettuce and awesomeness. The one on Menaul puts different stuff on theirs (like olives) but i like how this particular one does it. Thats really the only thing ive had on this menu... other than the green chile cheese fries (HUGE helping) and awesome. read more

The menudo we ordered tasted terrible! It was mostly posole. We ended up throwing ours out

Love the food samantha the general manager so she says the worst service ever went in with kids treated my 6 year old son like shit made him cry should be ashamed of her self rude rude never again will i return sad but not kid friendly place read more

Oh my, what a waste of $50+ !!! I picked up takeout from your "restaurant" last week and I feel COMPLETELY ripped off. All I can say is that was probably the worst meal I've had in many many years, and I eat at a corporate cafeteria quite frequently, so that is really saying something. read more