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Welcome to La Zenita

La Zenita is a hidden gem in downtown Albuquerque, offering authentic New Mexican cuisine with a focus on high-quality Mexican dishes. Run by a family, this cozy restaurant provides a limited but delightful menu that includes delicious breakfast tacos with chorizo, flavorful red and green chile sauces, and amazing birria tacos. The friendly staff, warm ambience, and excellent service make dining at La Zenita a truly satisfying experience. With generous portions, phenomenal salsa and guacamole, and a focus on customer satisfaction, this spot is a must-visit for anyone craving delicious Mexican fare in the area.

La Zenita: Reviews & Ratings

Kevin M.
Kevin M.

Today is January 10, 2025. This is my first visit to this lovely restaurant. I don't know how long they've been in this location. I went just before lunch today and was surprised that I'm the only customer for now. I hope people who work in local businesses will begin to frequent it, because this is very high-quality Mexican food. Staff greeted me in a friendly fashion, nice ambience, very relaxed. A fun menu. I ordered breakfast tacos with chorizo and they were superb. Price is reasonable.

Garett S.
Garett S.

What a great little gem in downtown Albuquerque! Family run, limited menu, and delightful. Order at the counter and they bring you your food. All three dalsa were delicious and some of the best rice I have had. Will definitely eat here again next time I am in Albuquerque

Moe S.
Moe S.

The red and green chile sauces are quite amazing here! Fresh and tasty food along excellent service!

Mina C.
Mina C.

Fantastic! Great little spot to satisfy your taco needs. We didn't have time to try much, only the birria tacos but they were amazing. 4 nice sized tacos, big bowl of consume, limes, cilantro, and onions! Rice was nice and fluffy, perfectly flavored. Lady was so sweet and made sure we enjoyed our meal!

Lisa C.
Lisa C.

Family owned, truly authentic, homemade food! Large portions! Salsa and guacamole was phenomenal! The service was fast and they continually checked up on us to be sure we were satisfied! Friendly, safe and comfortable environment! We're from Southern California, and we have excellent Mexican food, so I was skeptical going here, but now it'll be my future recommendation for anyone who visits this area!

Lauren G.
Lauren G.

Food was fantastic! I ordered carne asada enchiladas and I got the most satisfying plate of food. Nicest family in the entire world too. Simple place, simple ambiance. Multiple TVs and parking in the garage is $1 for every half an hour.

Katy H.
Katy H.

We had a difficult time finding many restaurants open for dinner on Saturday in the off season. Luckily, we were saved by La Zenita, and judging by the stream of customers around us we weren't the only ones. The menu was plentiful and it felt like we couldn't go wrong. The Indian taco was delicious - a doughier fry bread than I was expecting but that just meant it could soak up all the amazing sauce. The green sauce in particular was heavenly. Plus, I got the Indian taco as vegetarian by opting for just beans on it. My husband enjoyed his al pastor tacos and his only nit-pick was him wanting the marinade to come through more. The staff were also friendly and on the ball despite the constant stream of customers. Now if they could only get rid of the styrofoam containers this would be eligible for a 5 star experience!

Location

  • La Zenita
    1 Central Ave NW Ste B Albuquerque, NM 87102 United States Hotline:

Located in downtown Albuquerque, La Zenita is a hidden gem offering mouthwatering New Mexican cuisine. With a limited menu and a family-run atmosphere, this restaurant has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

The reviews speak for themselves - customers rave about the exquisite flavors and impeccable service. From the breakfast tacos with chorizo to the red and green chile sauces, each dish at La Zenita is prepared with the utmost care and attention to detail.

But what truly sets La Zenita apart is the authentic, homemade taste that transports you straight to the heart of Mexico. The salsa, guacamole, and rice are just a few of the highlights that will leave you craving more.

Whether you're a fan of traditional Mexican cuisine or simply looking to satisfy your taco cravings, La Zenita is the perfect spot to indulge in flavorful dishes in a warm and welcoming environment. Don't miss out on this culinary delight in the heart of Albuquerque!