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El Modelo Mexican Foods

Mexican restaurant · Albuquerque ·

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Operating since 1929 in Barelas, El Modelo’s handmade tamales and stuffed sopaipillas draw lines daily. Frequently praised by travel editors and Eater’s 2025 roundup for timeless, chile-forward plates.

https://www.elmodelomexicanfood.com/

Best Restaurants in Albuquerque (2025)

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Handmade tamales, stuffed sopapillas, chile-smothered enchiladas

tamales

stuffed sopapilla

carne adobada

red chile

green chile

takeout

outdoor seating

authentic new mexican

Featured in Eater

1715 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Get directions

$10–20

Usually a wait

No restroom

Accepts reservations

Popular for lunch

Popular for dinner

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Information

Handmade tamales, stuffed sopapillas, chile-smothered enchiladas

tamales

stuffed sopapilla

carne adobada

red chile

green chile

takeout

outdoor seating

authentic new mexican

Featured in Eater

1715 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Get directions

$10–20

Usually a wait

No restroom

Accepts reservations

Popular for lunch

Popular for dinner

El Modelo Mexican Foods by null

El Modelo Mexican Foods by Justin De La Rosa

El Modelo Mexican Foods by null

El Modelo Mexican Foods by null

El Modelo Mexican Foods by null

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