Youre absolutely spot on as usual, Nate (always nice to hear from you). While the label of farm-to-table dining gets applied pretty broadly these days, Farm & Table, located on a farm in the village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, is true to the practice. Indeed, a member of the Joe Ely Band recently expressed astonishment at the sheer weight of equipment carried by The Planets, inspiring McLarty to reason, Well theyre in a position, with a record deal and three albums that they can just tell a club, We want a thousand bucks, lights and a good PA system. I cant remember the name of the restaurant with the pond and fountain that got torn down for the gas stationI remember eating there once and want to say it was some kind of seafood place although I think that location had many different restaurants over time and maybe even a Claim Jumper right before getting demolished? It was later taken over by Laffs Comedy Club. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. On the other hand, the facades of HoLoMa, Los Cuates, a vacant bank, etc. I dont think it was in other Smiths. Thanks for the Nunzio pic! First founded in Ohio in 1980, the 1950s-style restaurant grew quickly, with about 100 locations at its peak. I.e. Some of it's more popular promos included 25ct. I remember the little castle that used to be the original Pizza Castle store on the north side of Eubank many, many years ago. A front-row seat to watching the world change: Retiring Albuquerque Journal managing editor shares what he's learned. Originally, in 1965 Coronado Mall was an open air shopping center with the major anchor stores of Sears and Rhodes Department Stores. In the early 80s, The Mint and Cervantes were the places to go if you needed a chile fix, the hotter the better. That Central Avenue location seems to suffer from insufficient parking. In 1977, my fiancee and I were en route through Albuquerque, on our move from Phoenix to Denver. Don't forget the Trycycle Races and the mechanical bucking bull. Prided on fresh ingredients and scratch-made recipes, Scalo is praised as one of Albuquerque's best Italian eateries. Many have involved the places we used to eat and drink: Mr. Swiss, Heidis Pies, Hungry Bear, Shakeys Pizza, Soda Straw, Spaghetti Machine, Roxy, Rectry. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Smirolls. Right now, to afford lights, were barely making it. This restaurant has been in business for 181 years. In this very cynical age, its heart-warming to be reminded how kind and gracious people can be. By the time I was born, he and the restaurant were gone, and no living family members remember the address. But baby, just when this world seems mean and cold The Acre now occupies Eloys old bar area. I distinctly remember a Bobs Burgers on 4th and Central back when that area had a number of retail stores. We both remember it being on the East side of whichever street it was. Confetti's - Rock/pop on Montgomery and Eubank, SE corner. Thats why Im going through all those records, to weed out the expired ones. Holy cow! Does anyone remember the name of a restaurant right by Cliffs amusement park that, during the 1980s, looked straight out of Miami Vice inside? youve got a quick trigger finger. Mustve been asleep under a cactus. I remember going there in the 80s and seeing live bands. At lunchtime, youre sure to find people lined up in the narrow space, waiting to order jambon, headcheese, and pork belly on a fresh-baked Vietnamese baguette. Rest assured, though, both the band and the fans must expect much more than that. Its just a matter of finding the right club, then getting into the area so we can get our name known and draw. That restaurant is long gone, but the memory remains just as sweet as that sizable sundae. FOR THE RECORD: The spelling of Dr. George Fischbecks name has been corrected int his story. This was perhaps early 1980s on, I think, Juan Tabo or Eubank. These were different from Ballrooms with Big Bands http://tinyurl.com/c3wwfv6 in that while you dined you could also dance between courses http://tinyurl.com/y2qol6h9 Back then Chef Andre along with Chef Rosa Rajkovic were probably the first true chef superstars in the Duke City. Learn more about, The Trinity Hotel & Restaurant, 201 S Canal St, Carlsbad, NM 88220, USA, Pereas Tijuana Bar is inside a building that is more than 200 years old. PS (Yes, that was Orson Wells in the Stork ClubLOL). Albuquerque, New Mexico. A popular location in the '90s, the company went bankrupt in 2008. And they would have a live Dixieland Jazz band playing sometimes. . When WINROCK first opened as an open air mall, Diamond Jims Restaurant was directly South of the West Side entrance of the mall and before you actually went into the mall as you ascended op thw walkway with a food booth. After Eloy died the restaurant fell on harder times & moved to 1508 Wyoming Blvd NE. And, like Steve said, we dont have much studio experience. Aptly named for the citys beloved area code, this food hall is a bustling destination at the heart of downtown. Great place to go after a day at the horse races! Does this ring a bell to anyone? Today, for example, the southwest corner occupant is Taco Cabana while Walgreens occupies the southeast corner, a Buffalo Wild Wings place is on the northeast corner and a Wells Fargo Bank is on the northwest corner. Get your award certificate! Alas Sarah: I kept seeing letters like Sca Scra in my memoryin wrought iron on their fencing!!! Most of the gangs in Albuquerque were mexicans, hispanics, and whites. Seventy percent of those which make it past their first year cease operations in the next three to five years. Alas, hope you might share some tales of dining intrigue you might have ofThe Mint. but am thinking you were referring to this place: https://tinyurl.com/hupw6646 which is now a publiccharter school. About 60 years ago, my parents used to take us to this restaurant on east Central (south side of the street) called Bobs. Mark Zanoni purchased Chez What in 1993. It served traditional Mexican food, but a bit upmarket, and steaks, seafood, etc. Thank you, Craster. When stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base from 1979-1981, I distinctly remember a restaurant called The Mint. Unless you have really heavy duty management, anyway. I took the fact that only Becky and Bob rose to the defense of my credibility as an indication that over the years readers have come to trust me and believe Im a pretty credible guy. Notice the saddles, lassos, taxidermy and a striking steer-horn chandelier among the paraphernalia on display. Rexburg Police DepartmentA piece of Lori Vallow's hair was found stuck on duct tape used to wrap the body of her 7-year-old son before he was buried in her soon-to-be husband's Idaho backyard, a DNA expert revealed in court Monday.Keeley Coleman, a senior DNA analyst at Bode Technology in Virginia, told Ada County jurors on Monday that she . The Rio Grande Yacht Club Restaurant (not to be confused with this Rio Grande Yacht Club) occupied the spot at 2500 Yale back in the 90s. By that evening, the membership had grown to 1,000. (where the Old Town Pizza Parlor is currently situated). Kung Fu Tea, Albuquerque: su Tripadvisor trovi recensioni imparziali di Kung Fu Tea, uno su 1.671 ristoranti a Albuquerque. Is there an entry for the restaurant pictured in the photo at the top of the page? and, I swear, a tiny Chica-fil-A(?) I always found it interesting to see the changes from year to year and how the reviewed restaurants were faring as the year went on. There was an Italian restaurant on Vassar in the 80s. What year was that Jefferson Starship concert at Tingley Coliseum? ; 505-242-9996) on the edge of Old Town, where the chef prepares a wonderful scaloppini Marsala ($11.95). It closed in the 1960s or 1970s. Would anyone happen to remember a diner, probably in the SE quadrant of town, called Continental Club Cafe? I did find this delightful article that lists some menu surprises: Ruben $1.25 And then came a Facebook page called Remember in Albuquerque when and the answers came rushing back as bright as the smile on weatherman Howard Morgans face. till Dees retired/got compensated.] Goodys: Lest I be wrong, wasnt this one http://tinyurl.com/y7zcsafd at Montgomery and San Pedro. And turn your blue skies into gray The bands changed often at Leos but there was a house band at Neds. In any event, it was a devilish place to be in the middle of the day! The ABQ365 blog and calendar of events is the easiest way to discover the here and now. Wine Cellar was a GREAT place to listen to music after a hard days work. 4. Scalo boasts elegant dining room, beautiful patio as well as a trendy bar with ample seating. So the band kept playing at Neds: expanding its repertoire, getting tighter, growing more comfortable on stage. KRQE covered the closing twice this week. Their success or failure can be attributed to many factors: insufficient capital to cover operating costs; location, location, location; competition from chains; inability to differentiate from the competition; and many other reasons, not all of them bad. check out Gils previous review of Old Town Pizza Parlor! Please let us know if ya ever come up with it, so I can have an Oh ya! experience. The restaurant, which closed in the 1990s, was a favorite in the Cary community. Montgomery just East of Wyomingor friends owned it. As I cant figure out, how-to ask this separately,what N.M. restaurants have gone out of business due to Covid 19 ? With or without a record, though, The Planets are still drawing both the dance crowd and the many who just like to sit back and listen to good rock. I have a question, what was the name of the restaurant before it became Garcias on Juan Tabo and Comanche? In 1990, J. C. Penney opened at the former Sanger-Harris/Foley's store area. Your description makes me think of Great American Land and Cattle Company at Tramway and Indian School. They opened a second location at Montgomery Mall. Rancher's Club of New Mexico has maintained a reputation as one of the best restaurants in Albuquerque since its opening back in 1985. It was way ahead of its time. Today it is the Santa Fe Brewing Co.s Divide. Website Directions View Menu More Info. Alas Virginia! Several years ago, one restaurant from among a family of a half-dozen local restaurants of the same name closed down and I listed it on the Gone But Not Forgotten page. Still, though McLarty joked were just waiting for a record company to give us a quarter of a million dollars and say Go to it, Morelock had the presence of mind to elaborate. There used to be a local family owned amazing Italian restaurant across from the Highland Theatre. W R. During the years in which Ive blogged about New Mexicos enchanting restaurants, literally hundreds of them have shuttered their doors. But if the tongue becomes too burned, respite can be had at restaurants like Smirolls International Cuisine (108 Rio Grande N.W. I cannot remember the name! They were there 25 years until the late 90s. Why did you change the format on Gone But Not Forgotten? Heres a photo of it: And theres an article about it here that refers to Nunzios as Mystic Pizza not to be confused with the movie of the same name: Whoa! For quite awhile, Coronado Mall had a Francinis deli. Elsewise, Dave might enjoy this flashback: https://tinyurl.com/y85wlukn. It had a beautiful view of the city! Do you know the name of any of the Mystery clubs I've listed? (It used to be a Little Anitas as part of the old conglomerate.) Cruising Flickr/Michael Gil You spent Friday nights cruising. Ah, the 1980s. I was recovering from a protracted stomach ailment and hadnt eaten in over 24 hours. In addition to great food, this historic restaurant also has live musical acts every night of the week and puts on flamenco shows. Learn more about, Rancho de Chimay, 300 Juan Medina Rd, Chimayo, NM 87522, USA. Maybe 60s/70s even before. So we dont play there as much as we used to., Asked if The Planets had been taken for granted in Albuquerque, having been so easily accessible for so long, McLarty said, Maybe at one time. Pic of it closed down, has been attached. The Planets had played its third straight gig at Rox the night before, stopping the music at 2 a.m. but continuing to party elsewhere until who knows when. Yo Gil: So she quit the band. I Thought it was Ralphies or Ralphs Fish N Chips.. then there was a Shaky pizza there too. This was back in the 70s and I know it is long since gone but hoping someone remembers the name. Anyone have any information on the Atom Cafe in Albuquerque? 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Sadly its sister restaurant in Santa fe Asian fusion restaurant Liu Liu Liu also closed down despite being highly acclaimed. Alas Roberto, my last visit to Pie Town predated Gils Thrilling (And Filling) Blog. Do you know the name of a restaurant near 2500 Yale blvd (near airport) in the 1980s that specialized in fish entrees?Jim. Andys Restaurant was the name of the restaurant. Alas, as it was rumored Neds popularity made it sooo busy at noon, I never ventured per being a newbie in a career. Dang! Besides its uniqueness of a decor of Art Deco, it had, albeit separate, a nicho for a combo and small dance floore.g. Perhaps BOTVOLR, Roland, Bill Resnik or some other long-time Duke City resident may be able to shed more light on that sandwich shop youre looking for. Enjoy delicious enchiladas or fajitas on the restaurants pretty patio. Roland, you mentioned Franks Pizza in a comment a few years ago. KRQE reported an approximate 1.5 hour wait for a table on their last nite. Thanks for this blog. Don, I suggest Keeping It Simple by asking the Abq.- Bern. What was the name of the restaurant that had two doors one for adults and one for children? I think I ordered shrimp over linguini. That restaurant, the long defunct Anitas in Bernalillo, was the subject of a very interesting email trail a few years ago: https://www.nmgastronome.com/?page_id=2&cpage=3#comment-31538. There are still two Gino's Burgers and Chicken locations in Maryland today. Your email is safe with us, we dont spam. The RGYC/SS were kinda in the genre of fine dining. Then maybe you can click on the regional thing. Really, I feel that to get a record deal in 1979, youve got to be able to offer a hit single. Bob, Becky, Tom, what thinkest thou? I remember in the 60s there was a restaurant that served these giant (in diameter) hamburgers. UpFront is a daily front-page news and opinion column. (Cant imagine, the Mayor hasnt considered that as a place for housing the Unhoused, given its convenience to related services.) Farrells Ice Cream Parlor, the ice cream dream of my past. To me, it was a clean place, with down-home service, food, and prices. Enjoy it all in the market hall or on the sprawling patio. 21 question Below, ask the Abq. I had never attended a game, never saw him in his element, either in The Pit or at Neds, a wild watering hole that in its heyday attracted the movers, shakers and snorters of the city. Scan this QR code to download the app now. L'parc then Biarritz- Montgomery just west of Eubank. Just south of Hoffmantown, the Spaghetti Machine was built on Wyoming which I think was one of the original restaurants that went all out in decorating the walls (n rafters) with a lot of funky stuff. The Great American Steakhouse was over on Tramway. Specialties: A contemporary twist on authentic European flavors served with superior service and an upscale ambiance--this is Scalo. Im still looking for Comments on the passing of this Abq. Of course, many of these places are gone now. It was across the street from Miltons. Right now comment are broken into pages with 50 top-level comments per page and the last page displayed by default. Hello. (For Younguns reading this: The scruffy/splotchy blackish/graying rectangle area on the far left is the gritty surface upon which one dragged the match head across to light the match. Frontier Restaurant ( 2400 Central Ave SE ), across from the University of New Mexico, has one of the best versions. name of this restaurant. Garduno's will be offering a special Mother's Day buffet on May 14th from 11am to 5pm that will include red chile glazed ham, herb roast beef, enchiladas, tamales, a salad station plus a variety of sides and desserts to choose from. Being downtown, perhaps it was an after-hours watering hole for government officials as well as politicos as well as a change of pace from offerings at La Posada (now the Andaluz) across Copper NW. Was a Red Robin for a while, now it's a Samurai Grill. Since 1963, Mary & Titos has been Albuquerques gold standard for carne adovada a New Mexican-style pork dish stewed in red chile. I am thinking that they may have had strawberry in their name or maybe it started with the letter S. Does anyone remember the name of this restaurant? Imagine sophisticated fine dinners from way over in The Heights (probably mostly academics) might even go further up the road to enjoy a reservation around the ungodly(am I allowed to say that?) Great detective work, Gil! Theyre handmade daily, filled with your choice of pork with red chile or chicken with green chile. Yes, our friends owned it. Disclaimer: The author of this article works as beverage manager at one of the Sawmill Market bars. Smirolls was owned and operated by Rene and Louise Smeraglia. We have to have our own sound system. A household name in the Capital City, this family-owned eatery features recipes that have been passed down over generations. While the Barelas neighborhood isnt on Route 66, the railroads there represent the origins of commerce in the Rio Grande Valley. Its probably just as well. Staff writer for Only In Your State and freelance writer. Why Worry is one of my personal life anthems. [Dees Cheesecake Factory facing American Furniture, was trademarked and thus is why the CA chain Cheesecake Factory took so long in getting here, i.e. The burger was outstanding. Today our burden is great dining options dying out per too many joyntsfine or casualcompeting for our patronage along with home delivery and meals-by-UPS/USPS. Thank you for alerting me that the Restaurants by Category menu was no longer showing counts. Dining Institution. I always assumed it would be there the next time I traversed I-60 to Arizona. Does anyone remember the name? As they ran out of food they closed a day early. Albuquerque, New Mexico Our Story Goes Back to 1962 Monroe's has been serving the best in New Mexican cuisine to local residents and their families. Im so straight-laced that you can trust me with your money, your dog, your carbasically everything but a slice of pizza I might abscond with when your back is turned. Birds of a feather: Feathered fowl recover from injuries at On a Wing and a Prayer, Albuquerque City Council quashes rental property registry, Night of Champions takeway: Renewed UNM football tradition and its players are strong, As New Mexico faces a terribly high alcohol and overdose death rate, lawmakers back new law designed to bolster access to behavioral health care. Never went to the Claim Jumper there (although do remember an Intel team builder dinner at an Arizona Claim Jumper.also not the best meal Ive ever had). They had seafood and steaks. Heres a very interesting article on Fremonts, whose Albuquerque legacy spanned decades and generations. The report says staff were spared per transferring to the newly opened Tin Can Alley location while their website indicates they continue being at Green Jeans as well. Monroe's Restaurant 918 reviews Closed Now Mexican, Southwestern $$ - $$$ Menu "Excellent! At some restaurants, breakfast or brunch offerings are an afterthought, but the team at the Shop remembers which one is the most important meal of the day. The best restaurant in Albuquerque, from a kid's perspective, was near Winrock during the early 1970s, an old-timey place with barbershop quartet music, skimmer hats, hot dogs as thick as a. What was the name of the restaurant/bar in Far North Shopping Center (north end in what is now the Dollar Store) that served amazing turkey enchiladas in the late 1990s. Thanks. These are real people trying to earn a living and what may be good eats for one person may not be to the taste of another. .We also dont have much studio experience., Morelocks opinions must be respected. Jack Madigan/DG Show More Show . Also Gotham, but I never went in there. In addition, that DSs site had some interesting (e.g. Has the Wyoming Quarters closed? Do you remember the name of either restaurant? Some pretty dark events happened during this decade in New Mexico. The Buckhorn Saloon is known for producing excellent steaks. Prior to the current submarine, our ship was a battleship for decades. EmmyLous angelic voice adds a hauntingly expressive tone to an absolutely beautiful song. Applegates Landing was at 2120 Eubank, N.E. Thats not a typo! 1/4-lb pure beef hamburger 39-cents. I mean, it would ease things is we had a record deal, too. I remember ages ago (The early-mid 60s) on the west end of the Winrock semi-enclosed mall across from JC Penney, there was a drugstore like a 5&dime but not called that. Several other businesses have occupied the space since, but this fine dining restaurant has left its mark. I swear, lest a memory of LA, there was a gal, maybe Petes Mom(?) It was on the corner of San Pedro and Lomas Blvd NE. hours of 7 or 8 or 9 at Casa Vieja or the now razed Territorial House in Corrales or at least to hear the fine musical renderings of the Wickham Brothers, Hank and Lewie https://tinyurl.com/krx2afdk in a cantina out there which was another haute thing to do vs seeing (and trying to figure out) a Bergman or Fellini film, let alone one by Woody, while sipping Strawberry Daiquiris, Gimlets, Zombies or chugging a PBR. Learn more about, El Farol Restaurant, 808 Canyon Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87501, USA, Fancy dining in a haunted building that was supposedly once a brothel and gambling parlor? Love New Mexico? Your wife had a beautiful soul! Brixens is a locally-owned, family-run restaurant located on Central Ave in Downtown Albuquerque. Hi. They had GREAT hot fudge sundaes with all of the fixins. Original Format Size: 13 x 7.5 cm. 2 levels. Share. There was also an old fashioned soda fountain style diner at the southwest end of the Main entrance just north of the White Winrock Inn. Be sure to let us know if you get the name. Food of my whole life. I am pretty sure that you are referring to Goodys. Baby, when I get down I turn to you Sanger-Harris was re-branded as Foley's in 1987 and in 1988 Foley's closed. Sunset Grille, 6001 San Mateo NE, run by RoySolomon who has now developed Tin Can Alley on Alameda. New Mexico and ABQ News, Sports, Business and more, By Joline Gutierrez Krueger / Journal Staff Writer I lived in Albuquerque until 1975. Admittedly there were times in which the chile was so hot, I had to add honey in order to eat itall the while displaying a manly countenance as if to say what heat?.

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