Cecilia's Cafe

Mexican Restaurant $ 4.3 (663)


Cecilia's Cafe is known for its authentic New Mexican cuisine, with many customers praising the rich flavors and traditional preparations. Despite some inconsistent service and atmosphere complaints, the quality of the food keeps many returning for their dishes, especially the red and green chiles.

Overall:

4.3

(542 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

4.0

Service:

3.7


Phone number: (505) 243-7070

Address: 230 6th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children

Payment options

  • Credit Cards

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" The atmosphere could use some revamping, but the food more than makes up for it. Having the huevos rancheros was a fantastic choice, with their homemade tortillas elevating the entire dish. I loved that they have flavorful red chile to top it all off. However, would appreciate seeing better organization at service to enhance the experience as it took a while to be seated during a less busy hour. Overall, it’s a solid place for a hearty meal. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had heard rave reviews about this cafe, but I found my experience quite average. The food was decent but not out of this world. The atmosphere felt a bit dusty and could benefit from a refresh. While the service was fair, I think I expected more considering the hype around this place. Maybe I just need to try different dishes on another visit for a better judgment. " (*Curated Review*)

" An absolute delight! You can truly taste the love in every dish they serve. The fireman's burrito was packed to the brim, and the flavors were just incredible! Cecilia herself was so warm and made us feel welcome. I couldn't help but feel nostalgic as it reminded me of family gatherings! The only downside was I wish I was able to take some home—there's just way too much to eat in one sitting! Will definitely return for more. " (*Curated Review*)

" Having heard so much about Cecilia's Cafe, I was excited to explore what they had to offer. The fireman's burrito was huge and filled with delicious homemade ingredients. The green chile was phenomenal—truly authentic. However, the atmosphere felt too cramped for my liking, and the service took some time even though it wasn’t overly busy. Overall, it's a solid place with great food, but a few adjustments would help enhance the experience. " (*Curated Review*)

" Wow! I never knew I could love New Mexican food this much until I went to Cecilia’s Cafe! Their breakfast burrito is the stuff dreams are made of. The amount of meat inside was impressive and the flavor profile was unlike any I’ve had before. The owner Cecilia is such a sweetheart and even took the time to chat with us. Plus, the prices are incredibly fair for the quality of the food. I will rave about this place for years to come! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (532)

" I was sadly disappointed after a lot of anticipation of finally trying this cafe. The food was rather bland and didn't capture the essence of New Mexican flavors as I expected. The service, while kind, was slow and resulted in a long wait. Honestly, I left feeling I shouldn’t have chosen this restaurant for a special breakfast outing. I wouldn’t recommend it at this point. " (*Curated Review*)

" Wonderful service and good food! I was quite impressed with Cecilia's hospitality, but I felt the food could be more flavorful. I had heard amazing things about this place, so maybe I just ordered the wrong items. The red chili was very nice while the carne adovada could have used more seasoning. All in all, a decent spot with the potential for more! " (*Curated Review*)

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