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Monday 11am - 9pm Tuesday 11am - 9pm Wednesday 11am - 9pm Thursday 11am - 9pm Friday 11am - 10pm Saturday 11am - 10pm Sunday 10:30am - 9pm

El Pinto Restaurant & Cantina

Name: El Pinto Restaurant & Cantina
Address: 10500 4th Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87114, US
Telephone: +15058981771
Price range: $$

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Authentic New Mexican cuisine, famous green chile, local ingredients, and Albuquerque tradition.

El Pinto started as a seven table restaurant over 60 years ago, in 1962. "The Salsa Twins" John and Jim Thomas took over the restaurant from their parents in the 80's and today it is a New Mexico icon. From the famous margaritas enjoyed on beautiful patios to the green chile and red chile enjoyed on each entree this is a true taste of New Mexico cuisine. El Pinto salsa, red chile, and green chile is distributed in local grocery stores nationwide.

10/16/2026

Thank you for sharing a meal with us at El Pinto

From green chile enchiladas to tacos and margaritas, your experience helps our Albuquerque community know what to expect. If you’ve dined with us, we’d be grateful for your honest review.

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10/14/2026

El Pinto is proud to partner with the New Mexico Ice Wolves. 🏒

We’re cheering for the team and the supporters who bring Albuquerque together around the rink. Celebrate the community connection with New Mexican favorites like green chile enchiladas, tacos, and margaritas at El Pinto.

Tag an Ice Wolves fan 👇

10/12/2026

Join us for this week's live entertainment:
🎶 Tuesday October 13: Felix Peralta
🎶 Thursday October 15: Chris Dracup

View all of our Live Entertainment 👉 https://link-pro.io/SWZupGL

10/11/2026

Holiday parties belong around a table with New Mexican flavor. 🌶️

Bring your workplace crew, family gathering, or group of friends to El Pinto in Albuquerque for burritos, enchiladas, tacos, salsa, and margaritas. Start planning your holiday get-together now and ask us about private events.

Private Event Info 👉 https://elpinto.com/private-events/

10/10/2026

Seed Sack is happening at El Pinto on October 17! 🎃

Albuquerque, join us for this special event at El Pinto Restaurant & Cantina. Bring the local crew and check the event calendar for all the details!

More Info 👉 https://elpinto.com/calendar/

10/07/2026

Golden fall foliage makes October in Albuquerque feel especially inviting. 🍂🍁

Bring the family or meet friends at El Pinto for authentic New Mexican cuisine, green chile favorites, and a table surrounded by the season’s color. Make your fall dining plan today.

Reserve Your Table 👉 https://elpinto.com/reserve/

10/05/2026

Join us for this week's live entertainment:
🎶 Tuesday October 6: The Real Matt Jones
🎶 Thursday October 8: RJ Perez

View all of our Live Entertainment 👉 https://link-pro.io/SWZupGL

10/03/2026

Holiday party plans start at El Pinto. 🎄✨️

Gather your group in our welcoming Albuquerque dining room for a festive meal of authentic New Mexican and Southwestern favorites. Explore our private-event options and start planning a celebration with plenty of flavor.

Private Events 👉 https://elpinto.com/private-events/

10/02/2026

🎈✨ BALLOON GIVEAWAY! ✨🎈

The sky is about to light up over Albuquerque, and we want YOU to be there! 🌅

We're giving away 2 sets of Balloon Fiesta Museum Breakfast tickets (a $470 retail value per set!):

🎟️ 2 tickets for October 9, 2026
🎟️ 2 tickets for October 10, 2026

Picture it: a sunrise breakfast, hot air balloons drifting overhead, and the best seat in the house for one of New Mexico's most magical traditions. 🧡

HOW TO ENTER:
📸 Follow us on Instagram = 1 entry
🎵 Follow us on TikTok = 1 entry
🎁 BONUS ENTRY: Make a purchase in our gift shop OR dine with us!

🗓️ Winners announced October 5, 2026
✅ You do NOT need to be present to win.
✅ No purchase necessary. Simply follow our accounts to enter. You'll receive one entry for each account you follow.

Tag a friend you'd want to take with you! 👇 (Tagging doesn't add entries, but it's more fun with a buddy!)

10/01/2026

Balloon Fiesta season brings a sky full of color to Albuquerque.

Make El Pinto part of your plans, then settle in for authentic New Mexican cuisine, green chile, tacos, enchiladas, and margaritas. Learn more about Balloon Fiesta at El Pinto before your visit.

Reserve Now 👉 https://elpinto.com/reserve/

Address

10500 4th Street NW
Albuquerque, NM
87114

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 9pm
Tuesday	11am - 9pm
Wednesday	11am - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 9pm
Friday	11am - 10pm
Saturday	11am - 10pm
Sunday	10:30am - 9pm

Telephone

+15058981771

Website

https://elpinto.com/

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