El Modelo Mexican Foods

Mexican restaurant · Albuquerque

El Modelo Mexican Foods

Mexican restaurant · Albuquerque

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1715 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

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El Modelo is a beloved no-frills Mexican joint where locals dig into handmade tamales and hearty burritos under the vibrant New Mexican sun.  

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"El Modelo has a full (and very good) menu, but this place could run on tamales alone if it needed to. They’re handmade daily, filled with your choice of pork with red chile or chicken with green chile. Step up to the counter and order your lunch, and then grab a seat alongside locals at the community tables to dig into your plate of tamales or enchiladas smothered with red chile and cheese. Pro tip: Show up to a potluck or a family gathering with a dozen tamales from El Modelo, and you’ll instantly be everyone’s favorite." - Justin De La Rosa

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TeamFurjan

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The I got a green chile chicken burrito. It was good. I liked it. Chile wasn't hot. For 8 bucks, it was fairly small than I would've liked. I'm open to giving this place another shot. They got a big menu. But yeah. Overall, it was good.

Matt Hodges

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On this visit I ordered the Chicharrone burrito. It definitely hit the spot for a quick dinner. El Modelo, you place an order at the counter and then you wait for your order to get called. There’s no tables inside, there’s a patio area and picnic benches around the area to sit at. Next time I come back I’d like to try their stuffed sopaipillas.

Deanna Gonzalez

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I've been getting good here since I was a small kid. I remember the glass case filled with specialty candies that Dad would let me pick from while we waited for food. The glass case of candies is gone, but not much else has changed, and I like it that way. The tamales are one of my favorites- in my opinion the best I've ever had!

Cameron Herron

Google
From OKC vacationing in the ABQ. Been told by many locals that El Modelo is top dawg when it comes to tamales. Busy and popular for a reason. I ordered a dozen tamales, 8 chicken, and 4 pork. HUGH well portioned. Stuff equally in their own right. The best I've ever had! Thanks for sharing your culture w me. RESPECT 🙏 🫡. ABQ should be proud.

Cynthia Medrano

Google
Small hidden gem, delicious chicharrón y tamales de pollo salsa verde yum! Only to go food, has patio with tables on both sides. Got it twice while a weekend there

Robert Most

Google
Excellent food! Not a touristy place, and not to dine in. Who cares! Get your great eats and find a place to chow down. My favorite was the stuffed sopapillas. Would order again for sure. Our order took about 20 minutes, no biggie. We did not order ahead. If you’re seeking authentic, you won’t be disappointed!!

Karina Budz

Google
Menudo and sopapillias were great. Pork brisket burrito had so much meat! Overall I recommend this place. The only thump's down is that tables are outside only, there's nowhere to wash your hands or use restroom.

AOVM

Google
First-time visitors, as this spot was highly recommended by a local. It's always a good sign when walking into a Mexican food venue & realizing it is packed with locals. Food: tried the Huevos Rancheros, served as a generous portion with good flavor. Spouse tried a brisket burrito & reported it was juicy and delicious. Service: staff was friendly & helpful. As a vegetarian, I had limited options available (it would help if the menu clearly identified vegetarian items). We would certainoy viisit again to try their rice & beans style entree, but anticipate it would be equally great. Worth a stop & taste test!