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    4.2 (1.3k reviews)
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    NEXUS BREWERY AND RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    NM Soul Burger with collard greens
    Chris R.

    My first time at Nexus Brewery but my guests have been here before. The consensus from the group was that the food was very good overall. Most of us had the fried chicken and people thought the hot chicken was very spicy but wished the breading stayed on the chicken. I thought the flavor was good but I wished the seasoning went deeper into the meat. The fried catfish was also excellent with a milder flavor because they use a Vietnamese catfish. We loved the sides including the Mac and cheese, collard greens, and mashed potatoes. The fried okra was also legit. Overall, a really good restaurant with a variety of beers made in house. I'd definitely check out Nexus Brewery if you are in Albuquerque.

    GUMBO (Spicy) A flavorful blend of tender chicken, Nexus andouille sausage, okra & fresh veggies, all simmered in rich roux.
    Kelli T.

    I enjoyed all the natural light in the casual dining area. Our server was friendly and efficient. She was helpful in recommending beer types for my son and I. I ordered the GUMBO (Spicy) A flavorful blend of tender chicken, Nexus andouille sausage, okra & fresh veggies, all simmered in rich roux. Topped with pico de gallo, green onions & Cajun spice. It was delicious!! My son got the BLACK EYED PEA & CORN QUINOA SALAD; gf almonds, bell pepper, onions and a cilantro-lime vinaigrette. He really loved all of the flavors! Plenty of parking available.

    Catfish Nuggets
    Khadija J.

    First, I will address how amazing the manager JD is! He greeted us as we walked in and when we mentioned it was our first time he took his time to recommend some of his favorites. He did not steer us wrong I'll tell you what ! lol we ordered a few diff things and our FAVORITE was the catfish nuggets, his top recommendation. The vibe is amazing and customer service is great across the board. I will say the fried chicken was great aside from lack of seasoning but they serve hot sauce and other things you can do like their Nashville coating to spice things up. We had a great time and will be back for sure ! Our server E was great also despite how busy he was he didn't miss a beat ! Thank you guys for making our first time a great One. See you soon

    Red beans and rice with shrimp
    Genieen G.

    Always a great experience at nexus! Food is always hot, fresh, and on point! The servers are attentive without being overbearing and they make great suggestions if you're in a bind on what to get! I love the back room more so than the front as it usually is quieter, but overall it is fantastic atmosphere overall!

    Mexican Lager
    Micki M.

    Nexus was first on our list of places to dine at in Albuquerque. We watched the episode of Diners & Drive-Ins when Guy Fieri interviewed Ken Carson the owner. After watching that episode and seeing the New Mexican soul food, we knew we had to visit! First off, the place gets packed but we hit the right time because it was only a fifteen minute wait. We started off with two Mexican Lagers that we chose after requesting a sample. As far as food, we ordered the Southern fried breast dinner which included mashed potatoes and greens. We also ordered a side of red beans & rice with pork belly and sausage and Mac n cheese. The chicken breasts were huge and the batter was divine! They have their own house made hot sauce that was so good. The greens were excellent and red beans & rice had plenty of sausage and pork belly. My hubs is pretty picky and we were both blown away by the fried chicken. He loved the hot sauce too! Nexus surpassed our expectations and wish we had a place like that back home!

    Chicken and Waffles
    Lee Ann R.

    I visited Nexus for lunch and had their chicken and waffles. Fantastic! Perfectly fried bone-in chicken thigh and drumstick topping a delicious Belgian waffle. It was so good. I accompanied my food with an unsweetened iced tea since I had to return to work, but their beers are worth trying as well. Service was prompt and friendly. Thanks for a great lunch

    Tenders
    Kayla V.

    I can't get enough of these tenders! I ordered door dash and they were still crispy and still temperature hot. The NM hot had such a great spice to it, the dessert was amazing as was the andouille sausage, collard green and the honey pecan side. All the food here is amazing. Thank you. .

    Red Beans & Rice w/ Shrimp!
    George P.

    Road Trip food! San Diego to East Lansing weary travelers looking for a lunch break we stumbled upon Nexus... (Via Yelp/D3 recommendations) Daughter had Chicken & Waffles which she deemed "Okay", she felt the syrup wasn't real maple but some other table syrup. I truly enjoyed the Red Beans & Rice, & and a flight of tasty beers... This is a great place friendly accomodating doggo friendly... food's good and good varity of tasty beers and TVs for game broadcasts. what more could anyone ask for? Then on the road again Michigan Bound for MSU -- Spartans Baby! Sláinte Mhath!

    Red chili barbecue wings
    Tom G.

    A return visit to Nexus brewery and restaurant deserves a new menu item and a new review. Wings were on our mind as we were using the mapping feature on yelp to find the best place for wings near closing time. The traditional buffalo wings met expectations. The wings were on the larger side and cooked perfectly. The red chili barbecue wings were cooked well. If I had a chance to order them again, I would get the non-breaded version. The beers were very tasty. I ordered the imperial stout. I'm glad to have returned to Nexus and look forward to my next visit to try something new .

    Donna C.

    Another great dining experience at Nexus Brewery. We stopped in for a late lunch and had a lovely time. We also found out that we aren't the only Santa Feans that make a pilgrimage to Nexus when we visit ABQ. Overheard another customer telling our waiter that she stops in to dine and take some food home to Santa Fe, too. I usually try to work my way through a good menu, but after I had the chicken dinner with mashed potatoes/gravy and collard greens, I have stopped. I tell myself I'm gonna try the catfish. Then the chicken dinner just comes out of my mouth when the server asks my order. All three elements are exceptional. Chicken is crispy, potatoes are creamy, and the collards are perfectly seasoned and delicious. I took half of my meal home to enjoy for supper. My husband was smart. He had the chicken and waffles in the restaurant and ordered gumbo/shrimp and red beans/rice to take home for later. Wish I had done that with the catfish! We also brought an order of grilled fish tacos home for our daughter. That's her favorite Nexus offering. She enjoyed every morsel. Our waiter was helpful, attentive, and timed our to-go items perfectly. You can count on us to always come back to enjoy some home cooking at Nexus. But please, please consider opening a new location up the hill, too!

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    Aram K.

    I discovered nexus brewing on Yelp and had planned to come here and then I heard some people talking about it in the foodie forums as well so I decided to give it a shot finally. Let me tell you, the fried chicken was the best I've ever had in Albuquerque, hands down. The chicken was soft and juicy, the breading was full of spice and oil, a true Cajun chicken delight haha. It was out of this world amazing. This deserves 5 stars hands down. The fried zucchini was not like any other restaurant I have been to. You can tell they cut the zucchini and create their own breading. When you bite into the zucchini it's soft, and juicy and you can taste that zucchini flavor while you're dipping it in the dressing. I asked for chipotle ranch on the side and I'm glad I did because I think it's a better pairing than the regular ranch it comes with. Definitely 5 star dish I would come back just for this! I thought their Mac and cheese had green chili in it because everyone told me about their Mac and cheese. But it turned out to be plain. They didn't seem to have another Mac and cheese option that I saw. But it was a decent Mac. Maybe I would have liked it more with a bit of flavor on it like spice. It was a solid 3.75'star Mac, with some chili it could be 4.5 stars! The chicken chicharrón was pretty good. I like how it sort of did mock a chicharrón texture which is probably hard to do with chicken. I almost feel like rather than use the same seasoning on it they should make a special dipping sauce for it, something bomb and unique. This was like a solid 3.5 star dish. The fried pickles . Hmm, how do I feel about this. Well I love pickles, so to me it was still good enough to eat for sure. But it was missing the crunch you would expect. If I were the restaurant I would do pickle spears rather than circular cuts and I would more deeply batter it. Maybe then you'll get a nice crunch and texture would improve. I heard someone else complain about this on Yelp, but then the owner responded to them saying the pickle isn't normally like that. So based on that response I tried it. And I'm here to tell you, yes the pickle def has an unexpected texture. To me it was like a 3 star dish but some people may consider it lower. The fries was honestly the worst part. I got home and it was soggy after the staff mentioned how it's crispy.

    Tac P.

    We came here based on a recommendation from a friend. Our body was famished from missing breakfast and hiking the trails of Petroglyphs National Monument. This place did not disappoint. We came here about 15 minutes after opening and it became clear that this is the spot to enjoy lunch and beer. We ordered the IPA and Oktoberfest Beer, Mac and Cheese, two pieces of friend chicken and chili-like dish with Fritos. Well let me tell you...my body needed the food. I will come back here the next time I am in Albuquerque.

    frito pie with beef green chile and fried zucchini with ranch dressing.
    Ashley P.

    I had the frito pie with beef green chile and fried zucchini with ranch dressing. It was good. I had good service. The waitress was nice. She ready explain the whole menu. Was my first time there. They really have very good fried zucchini.

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    Ask the Community - Nexus Brewery and Restaurant

    Is it kid friendly? I traveled here with 17 and 13 year old,?

    Yes, we are not like a bar bar, so to speak. Most kids love Nexus, gives them the feeling of going to a place like grown ups. But not totally adult.

    Is this place kid friendly?

    Yes, I've taken my daughter there several times.

    Are you pet friendly?

    Yes on our patios. The Broadway patio is the best with a lawn.

    Can you make reservations?

    Sorry for the slow response. We do not take reservations. However, seating is available most time except for Friday and Saturday night. Wait times on those days are typically about 30 to 45 minutes.

    Is this restaurant kid friendly?

    Yes we are. We are more restaurant than anything. Thanks for asking. Ken Carson… Read more

    Do they have a menu?

    Yes they have a full menu. Great food!

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    While in Albuquerque recently, we were on the hunt for our favorite brewery. Bow and Arrow filled…read morethe bill! From the moment we arrived, the service and ambiance were warm, welcoming, and where we wanted to be! Large and open, Bow and Arrow is spacious for folks to come for pint, small groups, as well as large groups and company events. We sat at the bar for more face-to-face service and had a great experience. We each got a flight and loved the ability to try four different beverages each since the menu is so extensive, creative, and delicious! I got the "Dos Arrows," "Wildly No. 1," "Bury My Heart," and "Lav Letters to the SW." I listed them in order of my favorites. Each beverage was complex, unique, and delicious! I would have enjoyed a full pint of each drink! Alas, 4 5oz beverages was enough! Prices are reasonable for such high quality beverages! We also loved that the brewery recognizes Indigenous land rights and supports Native American initiatives. Euro-Americans have much to learn from Native peoples, the original stewards of this land. But first, relationships, listening, and reparations are needed! We loved Bow and Arrow Brewing. We look forward to visiting again next time we are in town!

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