Char

4.7 (52)

$31 to $50

American

125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3304

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2 people

18 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Good for business meals

Char redefines New Mexican cuisine by blending contemporary innovation with the bold flavors

that define the Southwestern region. Located inside the historic Hotel Andaluz, Char offers an

elevated dining experience where every dish is a celebration of New Mexico's rich culinary heritage.

Char boasts New Mexico’s only Josper grill, and features live-fire cooking, with an emphasis on

charcoal-fired meats.

The carefully crafted menu features a modern approach to traditional New Mexican ingredients,

showcased in a contemporary style, and paired with exceptional service. Char offers refined

ambiance in an inviting atmosphere, designed to delight guests seeking an elevated and

memorable dining experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(505) 923-9080
Website
https://hotelandaluz.com/dine-and-drink/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Marcos Espinoza

Location
125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3304
Area
Albuquerque
Cross Street
Second & Copper
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 52 people are saying

Char reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Hot spot
New Mexico
American
Albuquerque
Great for brunch
Albuquerque
Innovative
Albuquerque
Good for groups
Albuquerque
Hot spot
Albuquerque
Romantic
Albuquerque
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Char at Hotel Andaluz offers an "exceptional menu" and "innovative cocktails" that promise a remarkable dining experience. The restaurant shines with its standout Wagyu steaks cooked on 400°F charcoal bricks, served with flavorful sides like parmesan truffle fries. The "attentive service" and modern ambiance make Char a must-visit spot.

52 Reviews

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Lillie
Phoenix / Arizona1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First of all, making a reservation was fast and easy through open table. The dining experience at Char was luxurious and delicious. The woman who took care of us treated us like we were about to have the most tasteful experience and we did! I had the filet mignon cooked to perfection and still hot as it was served on a stone plate that kept it sizzling as I carved into it! The apple tart for dessert was divine. I would recommend this place for a date night for the young and old. We were two happy seniors have the most romantic time of our lives due to the elegant atmosphere. Thank you Char and OpenTable for such a beautiful night and forever memory.
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paula VIP
Phoenix / Arizona13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 July 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was spectacular from start to finish! It started with the most helpful person manning the seating. She was incredibly helpful and even went out of her way to get my 87 year old Mom a cushion so she could sit up higher. Mica, our server, was stupendous!! We were slightly concerned about the food as the chilli dipping platter was not tasty but were blown away with the rest of the meal-the Waygu burger with fries being the best ever!!!
CharResponded 5 days ago
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled to hear our seating team made your mom comfortable and that Micah provided stupendous service. We’re sorry to hear the chili dipping platter didn’t hit the mark, but glad the rest of the meal, especially the Wagyu burger, exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another spectacular visit soon!
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Philip VIP
New Mexico12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 July 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional menu innovative cocktails solid service Definitely a dining experience one wants to repeat Kudos
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brian
New Mexico12 reviews
3.0
Dined on 28 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The latest incarnation of the restaurant at Hotel Andaluz was a bit disappointing. The good: the ambiance is very nice, the staff (hosts, servers, etc.) was very friendly, and the burger was good. The not so good: The food was a mixed bag...the burger was great that a couple in our party had, the steaks were disappointing for two reasons. First, they are served on a sizzling stone which is a nice gimmick when they bring it out...but the steak continues to cook as you eat it. By the time you are half way through meal, it is overcooked (unless you like well done). Second, the cut was not great for the price. The place has a lot of opportunity but probably won't be back (at least until they change the restaurant again).
CharResponded on 1 July 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance, our friendly staff, and the burger. We’re sorry to hear the steak experience didn’t meet expectations. Your comments about the hot stone presentation and the steak cut are truly helpful, and we’ll be sure to share them with our culinary team as we continue to refine our offerings. We hope you’ll consider giving us another try in the future, your experience matters to us, and we’re always striving to improve.
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Ron VIP
New Mexico37 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food, drinks and service. The Chimayo Red Chile is the best!! Looking forward to visiting again.
CharResponded on 1 July 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and service, especially the Chimayo Red Chile! We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon.
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Michelle VIP
New Mexico13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The entire experience was wonderful, we will definitely be going back and requesting Micah to be our server. Well done team, thank you!
CharResponded on 23 June 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience and that Micah took great care of you, we’ll be sure to pass along the compliment! Can’t wait to welcome you back again soon.
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Nadia
Nashville3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
As their name suggests, they definitely specialize in their steaks. I highly recommend the bone in prime ribeye. Considering how they're prepared (they're served on a stone that's 400°F upon presentation) I suggest getting it slightly rarer than you normally would. The steak will continue to cook on the stone.
CharResponded on 23 June 2025
We're thrilled you enjoyed the bone-in prime ribeye, it's definitely one of our favorites too. And you're absolutely right, our steaks are served on a 400°F lava rock, which continues to cook the meat at the table. We appreciate you sharing that detail and look forward to having you back again soon!
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Steph
Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The service was friendly and good but slow - we were the only table in the restaurant and there was a singular focus on getting tables set up for dinner. I had a to-go order that almost didn't get in as they closed the lunch service even after I noted wanting to place the order at the end of our lunch; luckily the chef obliged. The new remodel/decor is very nice! The quality of the food was good. The presentation was good. The menu is focused which is also good. We want them to do well - the prices felt high to us for what we received.
CharResponded on 23 June 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the new remodel, food quality, and presentation and we truly appreciate your support and desire to see us succeed. We’re sorry to hear the service felt slow during your visit and that placing your to-go order was almost missed. Your feedback is incredibly valuable and will help us improve both our pace and attentiveness during transitions between service times. We’ll be sure to pass this along to our team. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon and give you an experience that feels just right in every way.
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Annette
New Mexico3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and drinks were amazing, and we can't wait to return to try more of the menu items. We brought our granddaughter who is visiting from out of town, and she loved the food as well. This will be our new favorite restaurant to bring our out-of-town guests. Definitely valet park as the neighborhood is not the best.
CharResponded on 23 June 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re so glad you and your granddaughter enjoyed your visit, it means a lot to know we’re becoming your go-to spot for hosting out-of-town guests. Can’t wait to welcome you back again soon and share more of the menu with you!
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Lori
Denver / Colorado10 reviews
3.0
Dined on 16 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Wine list was minimal. We had two appetizers the fundido had little flavor and was so oily. We tried the tamale appetizer and were surprised that it was only one (for $18)! Very little meat and again not a lot of flavor. Three entrees were ordered. The Branzino, shrimp and pork Milanese. Out of the three the shrimp was the best. We all left feeling a little ripped off and disappointed. Service was good. However we won't be going back.
CharResponded on 23 June 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. While we’re glad to hear the service stood out and that the shrimp dish was enjoyed, we’re genuinely sorry to learn that the rest of your meal didn’t meet expectations. Your feedback on the flavor, portion sizes, and wine list is truly appreciated, we’re always working to refine our offerings, and this helps us do just that. We understand your disappointment and are sorry to hear we missed the mark. We hope to have the opportunity to earn back your trust in the future.
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Char offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 923-9080.

Char is rated 4.7 stars by 52 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

18 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 17 times today

125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3304

Additional information

Cross Street
Second & Copper
Area
Albuquerque
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Marcos Espinoza
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://hotelandaluz.com/dine-and-drink/
Phone number
(505) 923-9080

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