Artichoke Cafe

Overall, a very good experience! The bread is made in the house and very tasty but I’d like to see it served warm. The beet salad was OK, but to me it could use a little pop, like balsamic vinegar or blue cheese; it was too bland to enjoy. But the shrimp and grits and pasta were excellent and the sautéed and oven-baked mushrooms were possibly the best I’ve ever had in my life; seasoned to perfection! I’d definitely go back for more!

This place has phenomenal food. Definitely the best I have had in Albuquerque. The dining experience was amazing from the service to the flavors on the plate. The French onion soup was the best I’ve ever had. The mushroom ragout was impressive. My dining partner ordered the steak and it was cooked perfectly. We also had great cocktails and wine. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone!

Ambiance and service were fantastic. They have a delicious wine selection and the wild mushroom ragout was heaven. I'll be back for sure. 05.10.22 - I came back and the whole experience was fantastic all over again. Service was impeccable and food was delightful. Love this place.

We had dinner at The Artichoke cafe in Albuquerque en route from skiing at Taos back home to New Jersey. What a wonderful delight! Service is so warm, personable and efficient. Our waiter described the dishes perfectly, recommended choices, and added the delightfully fun touch to the overall experience! Thank you, Sam! Food is scrumptious. Every dish is a perfect symphony of flavors. Cream of mushroom soup is a delicate blend of earthy mushroom tastes in a smooth base. Duck breast bypassed my favorite one at a Hudson valley restaurant near CIA Culinary institute of America - the spice rub on the skin adds a flavorful burst. And the lamb ragout is perfect - exploding with flavors and textures, with a bit of heat and a cool touch of whipped ricotta. And the orange-cardamom creme brûlée is a perfect finish to any meal!

My wife and I were visitors to Albuquerque and had our fingers crossed on this upscale dining place. But the whole experience from reservations to dessert was exceptional. Flavors were unlike anything we had before. 5/5 for quality, taste, service and outstanding unique flavors! If you’re looking for an upscale dinner experience in ABQ, look no further!

We've visited Artichoke Cafe for date night twice now. Once for our anniversary and once for a late Valentine's Day celebration. Both visits were exceptional. The food is phenomenal and the service is extraordinary. We made a reservation for both visits, and upon arriving asked to be seated in the back room. It's quiet, with only 4 tables. I can't recommend Artichoke Cafe more highly. We'll keep returning!

Sometimes it's better to be lucky than good. I found Artichoke Cafe by a Google recommendation based off restaurants I goto and what was open. WOW. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and it felt like I was a regular, not a first time visitor from out of town. The food, beyond my expectations. The bread appetizer was amazing. Fresh, soft and the sea salt in the butter. Genius! I had the 6oz beef tenderloin and the winter squash. I don't know which one I liked more. Both were flavorful, and we'll beyond expectations. Not to forget the skills of the bar staff. I had an old fashioned and equally one of the best I've ever had. Kudos to the kitchen, front of house and bar staff. If you're in Albuquerque, this should be a stop for dinner.

Such a lovely place! Amazing ambiance and everyone was so friendly and welcoming! The food was delicious and the cocktails were incredible I had 3 different ones.

We got there on time, table was ready. The host was helpful and friendly. Our server Amanda, was amazing, next time we come back we’d love to have her take care of us. The food was extraordinary. It was our anniversary and we loved it there so much. Our first time going and definitely not gonna be the last. Their menu is amazing.

I was visiting Albuquerque for a conference with my colleagues and booked a table at the Artichoke cafe for dinner. They were very accommodating when I asked to increase the table size from 3 to 4 at the last moment. The service here was impeccable. Usually I don't notice service at a restaurant, but when I get great service then I start to take notes. One woman was always on hand to top up our water and take our plates away. Our server named Symone I believe was great at suggesting drinks and food. She was very personable and clearly had a great sense of humor. She ahelped push our group over the edge into getting dessert which we don't regret. The food and ambience were amazing. Appetizers were good for sharing and my steak was cooked perfectly. Our group decided this was the highlight of our trip to Albuquerque. Thank you for a great time! As a side note, we decided to walk to the restaurant from our downtown hotel and the walk seemed a little sketchy for us, including walking through a dark pedestrian tunnel. We took an Uber back. Could have just been our one time experience but I don't think it would be a comfortable walk alone, especially at night.