Great after work lunch spot for a burger, onion rings, and beer. And you can score a nice bottle of bourbon afterward at the liquor store! Thank you Monte Carlo
If you are familiar with the lore of the Monte Carlo steakhouse, you probably don't need my review. It's a hole in the wall locale, where you walk through the liquor store to get to the restaurant.
Originally made popular for their burger, they have become very well known for their steaks. The atmosphere is what one should expect for such a hole in the wall location. They do not split checks and you should expect to wait 40 minutes during an average night. They do not take reservations. If you're expecting a black tie steakhouse, you're in the wrong place. Make no mistake, you're here for the food.
All said, the food was delicious, the atmosphere was as expected and the owner spent some time chatting with us, which is always nice.
Amazing steak! Had a great dinner! Always busy.
This restaurant is good! The casual atmosphere brings you back quite a few decades, which is fun. A loud, peaceful crowd having a good time is nice to see! My steak was good but cooked medium instead of MR. The iceberg salad was good, especially the creamy zesty Greek dressing. The apple pie is cobbler like and good! My primary complaint was the lighting. Previous reviews said it was too dark. I found the lighting to be like bright spotlights that were too glaring and gave me a bit of a headache. I'm glad we tried it, but I won't rush back.
Always a solid choice. Old school restaurant with a liquor store in front.
Prime Rib Thur-Sat, but no bad choices. Lunch the the grilled ham and cheese w/ green chile, delicious.
Bartenders, Adam and Mike, are great along with all the servers.
Great old classic restaurant/bar that has the best steaks and burgers. The atmosphere is nostalgic and has so much history that it will bring you back to the good old days. Steaks are very inexpensive and are among some of the best throughout the country. Staff is always very friendly and courteous. Highly recommend if you are either here from out of town or locally to try this great restaurant.
My husband and I have been going here for years for date nights. Love the old school feel and the food is the epitome of comfort. Best steak in ABQ
Atmosphere is target mostly for older people rather than young couples with kids. It’s pretty dark as you walk in during the day. Once you get used to the darkness inside it looks well lit. Food was very good. Service was great. I would still recommend people to go and try out their food.
12/2021: Neighborhood gem, older established restaurant, yet clean. Great attentive service & food. Restaurant was packed but got seating immediately; clean bathrooms. Rated 4 stars because the restaurant is dark for me.
Appetizer was hot mozzarella sticks. Ordered grilled chicken that comes with either baked potato or fries, salad; & Monte Carlo Burger with green chile and cheese. All were delicious and filling. Happy eating!
Food is FIRE! Best green chili cheese burgers in Albuquerque (in my opinion) and the Liquor store is amazing.
Customer service is the restaurant for pick up orders is terrible!! They make it very obvious they cater to the regulars that sit at the bar. They rarely answer the phone for call in orders and when they do, they are rude in the phone taking the order. Restaurant is kinda dirty too. You often see food, utensils and used napkins on the floor.
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