Welcome to El Paisa
El Paisa is a true Mexican culinary gem nestled in Albuquerque, NM. This hidden hole-in-the-wall restaurant offers authentic Mexican dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. From juicy pastor tacos to hearty carne asada burritos, each dish is bursting with flavor. The homemade salsas and horchata are must-tries, elevating the dining experience to a whole new level. With a casual, divey ambiance and friendly staff, El Paisa captures the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine. Whether you're a local or a tourist, this spot is a must-visit for a taste of Mexico right in the heart of Albuquerque.
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820 Bridge SW Albuquerque, NM 87105 Hotline: (505) 452-8997
Welcome to El Paisa, a hidden gem in Albuquerque offering some of the best Mexican cuisine in the city. Located at 820 Bridge SW, El Paisa is a divey and casual spot that brings authentic flavors and a welcoming atmosphere to its guests. With a range of amenities such as waiter service, outdoor seating, and even Wi-Fi, El Paisa caters to every need of its patrons.
Customer reviews rave about the mouth-watering dishes served at El Paisa. From savory tacos to hearty burritos, each item on the menu is a delight for the taste buds. The pastor tacos and carne asada burritos are especially popular choices, with patrons praising the generous portions and bold flavors.
One standout feature of El Paisa is its range of sauces, from the tangy red chile to the spicy green chile. The horchata, a traditional Mexican drink, is also a must-try according to many visitors, adding a refreshing touch to the meal.
Not only does El Paisa excel in its food offerings, but the ambiance of the restaurant also adds to the overall dining experience. With a casual outdoor seating area reminiscent of a bustling market, guests can enjoy their meal in a vibrant and lively setting.
So, if you're looking for a taste of true Mexican culinary heaven, look no further than El Paisa. With friendly service, authentic dishes, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder this spot has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
Some of the best tacos in the city. Especially the pastor. Great hole in the wall. Can't beat this spot.
Yesssss love this hole in the wall!! Burritos are reasonably priced with the burritos being about $8 and a very good size portion. Red chile sauce is ok, green is tastier and spicier. The sauces come in plastic bags tied in a knot. They were fairly difficult to open and pour out onto the burrito without being messy. I got the chile relleno and the Deshebreda en Verde burritos. I don't know which was which but with the green chile, they were both very good and very spicy! The horchata is SOOOO GOOD. I went back a second time just for the horchata. $3 for a huge cup! My fam liked their bean and cheese burittos. Would definitely come back for more!
The tacos are amazing!!!! It's cash only, so make sure you have some cash with you to enjoy the great food. The price is very cheap tho, $2.5 for a taco. Their lengua is very tender and juicy, the buche is absolutely flavorful!! The sauce was also very good. They have a large indoor seating area and the wait is short on Saturday evening.
The seating is outside in a patio area and the ordering is at the window in the patio. As off this writing the parking and entrance is from the back because the street in front is being completely redone. Look for large signs down the side street pointing to the restaurant. Truly traditional Mexican food. Mexican coke, menudo, shrimp cocktail and real gorditas. You order in Spanish or English and the food is delicious. Our food came out quickly and just what we ordered. The Gordita with ground beef was perfect. Too often they are doughy. This was cooked completely and then the beef was added, all I had to do was enjoy! We also had carne asada soft tacos. They tasted great, with onion and cilantro. This isn't a sit down inside restaurant. It is more like an outdoor market you might see in another country. But you can experience it right here in Albuquerque. Lucky you. I hope to see you there on my next visit.
This Missouri boy found a GEM!. The carne asada burrito weighed a pound and was fantastic. Sauce choices are good as well.
My family and I are passing through ABQ. I found this place on Yelp so we decided to stop by this local gem and it did not disappoint!! We currently live in San Diego and always hear about how they have the best Mexican food and tacos, El Paisa is putting every Mexican/Taco joint there to shame!! Hands down the BEST carne tacos and rice & beans I've ever had! My husband had the carnitas tacos and shared a carne quesadilla with our daughter! They both cleaned their plates. The homemade salsas where chefs kiss! Perfect size portions esp for the price! The service was amazing and the restaurant was clean and had a nice mom and pop vibe!! If you're a local and haven't ate here, what are you waiting on? If you're visiting ABQ believe the hype and let your tastebuds live a little!! Food was so good we didn't even get to take pics lol I told my husband I'd move here just to be able to eat here regularly
You never know where I'm going to show up! This time, I'm on the chase for horchatas ;-). But... if you know me, I'm one for all things non-traditional! This one was at #elpaisataqueria in ABQ and definitely will have to come back here and try their burritos! It's essentially a walk-up window with picnic table benches to sit at. I chose banana... and it was absolutely delicious! Best part? It's only $3 for a large ;-) talk about a nice way to get in the potassium ... #gourmetrecovery #horchata #potassiumbomb
True Mexican culinary heaven! I am thrilled to stumble across El Paisa. This is truly a hole-in-the-wall that takes care of every detail in preparing Mexican food. I had a bit of trouble ordering food. Thankfully, one of the staffs was able to help with translation. I was recommended to try their shrimp soup, as their menudo (i.e. tripe soup) was out. That didn't disappoint! The soup has delicious shrimp flavors, with plenty of shrimps, carrots and celery. It comes with delicious crispy bread. The ambience is casual. Most of its customers are Mexicans. It really speaks to the authenticity of their food. I can't wait to come back to try other items on the menu when I am in the area!
Cash only! Hands down the best meal we had in New Mexico. It is the definition of a hole in the wall, but the food was amazing. They have a variety of burritos, gorditas, tacos and menudo only on Saturday and Sunday. We ordered five different tacos and they were all good. The menudo was so amazing and filled with lots of organs I couldn't name. The horchata was good too and comes in a giant cup. I suggest ordering more than you think you'll eat. It's so cheap! I would have ordered more, but didn't want to wait another 15 min for food. El Paisa has a steady line of customers and it takes a while to get your order. Definately appeals to the working class, but everyone needs to look past the ambiance nd come here.