Restaurants in Albuquerque Nob Hill

Albuquerque's Nob Hill restaurants run from casual to upscale, and local to continental. Here are a few from which to choose.

• B2B Bistronomy
  • 3118 Central SE
  • 262-2222
  • B2B stands for beers to burgers, and they serve both in a fresh, direct manner that keeps patrons coming back for more. Burgers are house made and grilled over an open flame. Beer is on tap, with most local craft brews. Wine and cocktails are also available, along with meatless burgers.
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  • • Elaine's
    • 3503 Central NE
    • 433-4782
    • Elaine's uses locally sourced ingredients to bring a fresh approach to food. The upscale restaurant has a different slant on duck confit, lamb chops, salmon, tenderloin and bass. White linen tablecloths set the stage for a beautiful evening.
  • Fan Tang
    • 3523 Central NE
    • 266-3566
    • Fan Tang features Sichuan Chinese food in a relaxed atmosphere. The owner also runs Chow's Asian Bistro on the westside. 
  • Flying Star
    • 3416 Central SE
    • 255-6633
    • Flying Star has grown to eight locations from this original spot. The family-run restaurant has the best soups in town, good sandwiches and enough baked goods to make deciding a conundrum. My son swears by their eclairs.
  • Gecko's Bar and Tacos
    • 3500 Central SE
    • 262-1848
    • Gecko's is a neighborhood gastro pub and is a favorite with Lobo and Isotope fans before and after the game. The patio is a great place to hang out and relax. The pub grub includes sandwiches, soups and salads. Try the Gecko.
  • Guava Tree Cafe
    • 118 Richmond NE
    • The Guava Tree Cafe features sandwiches, soups, stews and freshly baked pastries and breads that star Central American cooking.
  • Il Vicino Wood Oven Pizza
    • 3403 Central NE
    • 266-7855
    • Il Vicino pizzas have that crisp crust and even texture that can only be found in a wood oven pizza. The salads come large and fresh, and there are calzones, pastas, soups or sandwiches for those who aren't in the mood for pizza. But Il Vicino is also known for its delicious in house brews, which not surprisingly complement the fare. The service is always excellent and the pace is brisk even if there's a wait.
  • Monte Vista Fire Station
    • 3201 Central NE
    • 255-2424
    • Long before Nob Hill became a dining destination, the Monte Vista Fire Station opened for Nob Hill visitors. Find sandwiches and entrees that include baby back ribs, fish and chips and fajitas. Its rooftop bar is a huge draw.
  • Model Pharmacy
    • 3636 Monte Vista NE
    • 255-8686
    • Model Pharmacy is a bit off Central, but well worth finding. They're open for breakfast and lunch and have a wonderful old time pharmacy counter where you can order a banana split or lime rickey. 
  • Nob Hill Bar and Grill
    • 3128 Central SE
    • 266-4455
    • The restaurant's owner spent years impressing locals with his other restaurant, Ambrosia. Sadly, Ambrosia is gone, but that's only because it morphed into Nob Hill Bar and Grill. Try their reinvented comfort food.