Bike In Coffee has long been one of our favorite Albuquerque gems, and we were lucky enough to…read morecelebrate our wedding there a few weeks ago. As a venue, it's stunning! Our ceremony was in the shade of the cottonwood trees, cocktail hour was in a shaded garden, and our reception was in the gorgeous updated big red barn (with AC and twinkle lights!). The event coordination team, Mikaela and Ethan Dunn ("Us The Dunns"), were incredible, and made our special day worry free for us. We worked with them to arrange our set up, decor rental, clean up, bartending, and day-of coordination. They are true professionals and elevated our day and experience in every way. And Bike in Coffee/Old Town Farm was the perfect place to share with our friends and family as we celebrated! Our friends and family shared that it was one of the most beautiful and authentic venues they had ever been to, and we felt the same.

Just a wonderful garden spot East of Old Town. Friendly…read moreowner, excellent food and drink and pleasant live music

My husband and I celebrated our thirty-fifth wedding anniversary with a dinner at DH Lescombes. It…read morewas our first time dining there and we were not disappointed. The ambiance was exquisite despite the somewhat loud noise level. The decor and the service were both top notch. Our server Sergio went above and beyond the call of duty. He made our anniversary even more special with a free dessert, a coupon for a free wine flight on our next visit and a hand written list of recommended local attractions and eateries. And then there is the food. The potsticker appetizer was pleasing to both the eye and palate. I had the meatloaf entree which was delicious. And my husband loved the beef bourguignon. And the crème brûlée we had for dessert was delightfully creamy underneath a beautiful gold crust. We will definitely return and highly recommend DH Lescombes to anyone seeking fine but affordable dining in the Albuquerque area.

The service is what kills the ambience. Clearing the bar top, the high tables, sometimes it just…read moredoesn't happen. I once at at the bar, and behind me at the bar top tables, two of them sat unbussed for 30 minutes. It's pretty gross, not to mention, a loss of potential revenue not to have those cleared, set and seated. The bar, in particular is understaffed, and it needs to have a permanent person working beside serving and another clearing just to keep up with the number of diners who eat there -especially on the weekends. Recently, we were seated in the back and it was obvious that no one thought to tell the servers they'd opened up the tables and someone was there. No one even looked at us, offered to bring us water, and instead they avoided looking at us. I don't understand how such a popular restaurant can be so unorganized. If they don't have enough staff, then don't seat people everywhere.

Such a beautiful location, and the food and drinks were amazing. We had some of the best ceviche…read moreand an amazing quesadilla with chorizo, and eggs. We had an amazing tour by my brother who works there as the bread chef. The farmer is gorgeous and the flowers amazing. They have an awesome resort and beautiful grounds. Planning my next trip for next year already and going to stay.

I was in town from Denver visiting for my nephew's graduation. We had reservations for a Friday…read moreevening. When we walked onto the patio and took in those sweeping views of the Sandias, I was ready to love this place. Los Poblanos has all the ingredients of a truly special dining experience: a gorgeous setting, a thoughtful farm-to-table ethos, and a menu that promises something above the ordinary. Which is exactly why the evening's annoying missteps were so disappointing. Service was well intentioned but unpolished. Our waiter seemed overwhelmed and, at times, unfamiliar with the menu -- a problem when guests are asking genuine questions about the food and wine. We ordered bread which came before our drinks were served. Wine service was inconsistent. I ordered an Albariño by the glass - 6 oz. My sister ordered the Cabernet listed on the menu as a recommended pairing for her entrée, priced at $11. After we placed our drink orders, the waiter returned to inform her that the menu price was incorrect -- the wine was actually $18. She agreed to proceed. He then asked whether she wanted "a half glass or a full glass," which is an oddly imprecise question at a restaurant whose menu specifies pours in 3, 6, and 9 oz increments. She said half glass. What arrived was 3 oz of wine in a small serving carafe, which the waiter simply poured into her glass -- no bottle presented, no taste offered. My own Albariño, by contrast, was brought to the table in the bottle with a proper taste before pouring. The disparity in service between the two of us was striking. A simple, clear statement -- "3 oz of this wine is $18, not $11; would you still like it?" -- would have resolved everything cleanly. Instead, the vague "half or full glass" framing left my sister without the information she needed to make an informed choice. For what it's worth, the wine itself was extraordinarily tannic -- borderline undrinkable -- and I would have sent it back. My nephew ordered a top shelf whiskey. The waiter told him "we don't have that". My nephew said "it's on your menu" to which the waiter responded "oh, let me check on that". There seemed to be too many instances of the waiter running back to the bar to check on stuff. Anyway, it was available. The waiter apologized. We ordered the bread which was served before our drinks arrived. Food took about an hour which is fine - I don't have an issue with that but during that time we never saw the waiter again. I ordered the soup of the day - potato and leek which was delicious. Followed by the blackberry salad, which was my main course. Both arrived simultaneously, with the salad placed in front of me and the soup set to the side as an afterthought. At a restaurant at this price point, the expectation that soup precedes salad is not an eccentricity -- it is simply correct service. When I expressed my surprise, the servers seemed genuinely puzzled, which suggests this may be a training gap rather than an isolated incident. As for the salad itself -- it was pleasant, but pleasant is not enough here. The blackberry salad was the kind of thing you might enjoy at a well-run casual chain: competently assembled, inoffensive, and forgettable. At a farm-to-table restaurant with access to exceptional local ingredients, I expect the plate to reflect that -- more intentional presentation, more layered flavors, something that is more elevated than what was presented. This one didn't. The gap between the setting and what landed on the table was wider than it should have been. My sister and nephews ordered the filet mignon and rib eye. Both arrived pre-sliced -- a presentation trend that has made its way into fine dining, though one that divides opinion. My concern, beyond personal preference, is practical: sliced meat loses heat faster, and at roughly $80 per entrée, guests should receive their steak in the condition that best showcases it. The quality was good, not exceptional. Los Poblanos is a restaurant with genuine promise and a setting that few can match. The concept is right; the execution needs work. The issues I encountered -- inconsistent wine service, course sequencing, and a discombobulated waiter-- are not kitchen problems. They are fixable. I hope the restaurant takes that seriously, because the bones here are excellent and the experience should be too.

This place is adorable and a great addition to Old Town. They offer locally made products that are…read moreperfect gifts for someone special or a treat for yourself. I came in after a friend of mine gifted me a box of goodies from here. I just love shopping at local places and I loved our gift so much that I had to go and get one for my friends who were visiting from out of state. As soon as I opened the door I was greeted with a warm welcome from the person behind the register. I walked through the quaint little shop and just fell in love with everything. I didn't realize I was going to spend as much as I did since none of the items had prices on them. A nice young man checked on me to see if I needed help after a few minutes which was nice. I left with several items that they added to a cute gift box. I know where to go next time I need some local gifts.

Great staff. New Mexican made goods made by New Mexicans. Love the variety of items, def an…read moreelevated shop for gifts and merchandise. Refreshing considering a lot of the other stores in Old Town are dated.

Gravitate was an amazing space to use. Jen did an amazing job hosting our event for over a week…read more The space, accommodations, and Jen's customer service made the training we hosted for DeliverFund an absolute success. All of us at DeliverFund want to thank Jen for her support for DeliverFund. We recommend Gravitate and Jen's services to anyone looking for space and support for training or offsite meetings.

From the owner: Planning a corporate event? Gravitate is a modern and light-filled venue purposefully designed to…read morehost business functions, such as continuing education, strategic planning and company retreats... just to name a few! Our inspired environment for your next offsite meeting includes awesome views, comfortable furnishings and gorgeous artwork throughout. No need to lug around your projector --- Gravitate has incredible audio/visual which comes in the all-inclusive rental price. Book your Best Meeting Ever at Gravitate and learn how space matters!

Some of the best views, hands down, in the city. Especially downtown. I went to a wedding reception…read moreon the 8th floor. It is going to be made into lofts...it's laid out that way...but it's perfect for a group for now. The views are wonderful. Make sure you visit the rooftop. The sunset looks magnificent from there and there's plenty of room for big parties, DJs, etc. I didn't know this gem existed.

Breathtaking location. You get a great view of Albuquerque. The only bad thing is that to use the…read morerestrooms you have to go down a few floors. That is the only negative with this space. One of my favorite private event spaces in town.

This was a fun little event, but I felt quite out of place. Case Esencia boasts a very chic crowd…read more Not surprisingly, there are steep costs for drinks and entry. I will say that it is a cool venue in an old house with lots of little rooms, and that can make it more intimate or more disconnected depending on your outlook. The night I was there, there was an odd mix of young and old customers. I guess that's good. In the end, it's basically an expensive night club with a cash bar. For some folks, it's an alternative to cheaper dance clubs down on Central. More exclusive and hipper, but man, you are gonna pay for it through the nose. Ultimately, this is not my scene and this is not New York.

This was probably the best venue I have ever been to in New Mexico…read more It's a traditional old New Mexican home that was transformed into a club. *Genius* It had an outdoor courtyard that was a cute finishing touch. There was connecting rooms and multiple DJ's in each. They each had their own genre of music they were spinning. The place was decorated well, it was clean and the atmosphere was nice. No hovering men this evening. The line to get in on a Friday night wasn't deathly and women get in free. Parking was no problem as well, AND was free. I have to comment on the bathroom. I cannot speak for the men, but the womens restroom was clean and well kept. My only complaint is the drinks. I feel they are stingy with the brew. Maybe it's my tolerance, but I like a good vodka taste. I would definitely be back again. I think this place deserves to be seen and reviewed more often. Try it. Love it Yelp it...

I took off a star because this is NOT a luxury hotel. It's a nice hotel but luxurious it ain't. The…read moreroom was nice and clean. The bed was really comfortable. I got some good sleep. The down side is the walls are paper thin. You can hear people walking and talking in the hall and the people next door. The lobby is pretty and there's a restaurant and gift shop for convenience. The room fridge is NOT actually a fridge! It's a cooler. They need to come clean about that. It's deceiving! 5 STARS for DENISE!!!!! Overall the customer service is fantastic!!! Everyone I ran into was polite and helpful. Denise took it to a new level of customer service. She was professional, friendly and went Above and Beyond to help me with an issue. Y'all should give her a raise! I would recommend this hotel. I'll probably be back in the near future.

Hotel itself is a beautiful older building with a lot of character, but unfortunately the stay…read moredidn't match the price we paid. Rates were clearly inflated because of events happening that weekend, and for what we received, it just wasn't worth the cost. The renovations felt poorly done. The rooms are extremely small and difficult to move around in comfortably. The popcorn ceilings made the rooms feel dated, and the shower setup was frustrating -- the shower heads are mounted very high while the water pressure was very low. That said, there were some positives. The beds and pillows were very comfortable, and we slept well. The restaurant food was genuinely excellent, and the customer service from the staff was friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. Valet service was also inconvenient. You have to specifically request assistance, and luggage carts were not brought to the rooms, which was surprising considering the price point of the hotel. Overall, while the building itself has charm and the staff was kind, the experience simply did not justify the premium pricing.

Simply one of my favorite hotels in Albuquerque! Although I have never stayed anywhere but this…read morehotel so I might be a bit biased! However, I do think this hotel is fantastic. Not only is it beautiful, but the rooms are great!! Spacious and comfortable and from my experience very well maintained. And they are dog friendly. One other thing to know is that in the morning they have a complementary coffee bar and there is also valet parking. Another thing that I like about this hotel is they have pretty art and pottery displayed throughout. Other things that I like about this hotel is it has a fabulous roof top restaurant with fire pits so you can sit sit outside and dine and look at pretty city lights! At sunset you would be able to see this mountain ranges! Very beautiful and romantic! The night that we dined here was a limited menu, which I do not know if that's always the case or if it was just particular night. What we did have for dinner was very satisfying to us. Also, if you did not want to eat at the hotel right across the street is a food court called Sawmill Market, which has a variety of food choices not only for dinner but for breakfast and some delicious coffees. There's also another restaurant across the street in case you didn't want to dine at the hotel. All are walking distance....so very convenient if you're just passing through. When I took my puppy out for a walk around the neighborhood I found some really pretty photo moments, which I have shared here.

Staff here is top tier. Whatever you need, they'll get for you…read more The amenities are top notch - robes, slippers, complimentary water, barista on site, etc. The bed felt like butter! Not too much noise at night or during the day. Truly a beautiful, special hotel.