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Chello Grill

Restaurant Vegetarian restaurant Mediterranean restaurant Vegan restaurant Gluten free restaurant Persian restaurant

One of the Top rated Vegetarian restaurants in Albuquerque


Address

5010 Cutler Ave NE Suite A, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Website

chellogrill.com

Contact

(505) 881-2299

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (937 reviews)

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Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: gyro (13) great (12) delicious (10) good (9) friendly (8) fries (7) service (7) amazing (6)
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  • 5/5 Nancy 1 year ago on Google
    I had been eyeing this restaurant for a while and finally had a chance to go today. SO glad I did! Yummy traditional gyro and fries (which my preggo self was craving). Friendly staff and super clean inside. 100% recommend! I’ll be coming back to try their other meal options too.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Omid K. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was really delicious at this place mostly because they cook it right in front of you and you'll see that they don't cook this food before it gets ready. And they have a pretty good menu and their food tastes authentic. The only reason I don't give five star is because of their plates and utensils which are paper plates and plastic utensils.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Julie R. 2 years ago on Google
    First time coming here and it was great. Wonderful customer service, clean environment and nice atmosphere. Although I ended up taking my food to go, it was delicious and I must come again. Mediterranean fries and green Chile chicken stew
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Konrad J. 5 months ago on Google
    Chello Grill is a Persian-Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant located in the Pavilions at San Mateo complex next to Einstein Bagels. They focus on sandwiches, bowls, kabobs, and salads. They also have gyros; those are a Persian version of a gyro instead of a Greek gyro that Chello calls the “traditional gyro”. They also have a New Mexican-inspired version of a gyro where the meat has been cooked with green chile and comes with a side of green chile yogurt aptly called the “New Mexican gyro”. I ordered the traditional gyro, which comes with sliced lamb meat, two tomato wedges, and then a blend of diced cucumber, tomato, and onion in a folded pita. Had parsley been added to the diced vegetables mix it would have been considered their Shirazi salad, which one can also order as a side. I added feta cheese for an upcharge. The gyro came with Mast-o-Khiar, a cucumber yogurt dip, on the side. A Greek variation would be tzatziki, which is more common with gyros in America. I added french fries for $1. The gyro was almost tasteless. I actually ended up just eating the lamb slices with pieces of feta and discarding the rest of the dish. The Mast-o-Khiar didn’t add anything to the meal. The fries were fine, but I would have preferred them with more salt. I guess $1 for those was fair given how forgettable they were. The cutlery was plastic and the ketchup for the fries was in ketchup packets, which gave the meal a cheap feeling even for fast-casual dining that didn’t seem commensurate with the pricing. Overall, a surprisingly flavorless meal for an interesting sounding restaurant (Persian-Mediterranean!). I wouldn’t recommend it or return.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laurie M. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food with service to match. Prices are very reasonable. We tried the gyro with fries and a Mediterranean salad. Staff was very attentive and helpful. Potions are large. Save room for the baklava! Will be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S S. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent restaurant Very clean great service and tasty food. We really enjoyed. My only complaint was the Persian tea I ordered which was cold. Other than that everything was perfect and tasty !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sam S. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food! Tried different entries and was satisfied. Customer service was very good. Location is a little sketchy at night, lots of people pan handling.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ali G. 9 months ago on Google
    This place was absolutely amazing! The staff were extremely friendly and had great recommendations. I would definitely say the NM Gyro is my favorite so far, along with the feta fries and baklava cheesecake. Their specialty shaken teas are also delicious (get the yuzo one!). Me and my boyfriend had a great experience and I recommend everyone to come here if you want great Persian food :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Douglas B. 5 months ago on Google
    Wow the staff was extremely friendly and helpful for first timers. The food was quick and very good!

  • 5/5 Amanda F. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place. We go at least once a month and it never disappoints. It’s kind of our go-to. Everything is fresh and the meat and vegetables are cooked when you order them. I’m not sure who prepares the chicken, but it is perfectly trimmed, never any fat or gristle to be found. The staff is very nice and polite and professional and they let you taste the sauces and stews before you choose. I have never had a bad experience here. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Hanna G. 5 months ago on Google
    We flew into the Albuquerque airport and stopped here for lunch/dinner on the way to Colorado. This place is fantastic! On our way back 4 days later we stopped again, that's how much we liked it! Lots of great food choices and gluten-free options. I don't think there's anything bad on the menu. Lots of flavor, good quality real food, great service.

  • 4/5 Joy H. 6 months ago on Google
    This place was pretty delicious, clean and friendly environment. The choices are pretty unique as well. I am gonna come back for the gyro burrito and the NM gyro for sure. This time I tried the Chello bowl and it had a good taste to it.

  • 4/5 Deanna G. 7 months ago on Google
    Every time I come here this place seems quiet which is kind of good, but I'm a little surprised at how quiet it can be. This is the best kept secret if it's always this chill. I do like the food bowls and sauces to choose from. They have a frequent rewards program and that might come in handy for me if I continue to come more often like I plan to.

  • 5/5 Aphat D. 4 months ago on Google
    Finally decided to give this place a try after seeing mixed reviews. Bella made all the difference! She was welcoming and informative. She made various recommendations and she nailed it! Definitely an asset & the place should be renamed to Bella's! The food was good & we'll be back.

  • 4/5 Elahe J. 4 months ago on Google
    Staff: very friendly Kabob koobide: delicious Ambience: great Prices: reasonable We went twice while visiting Alboquerque Why not 5: sides are not as tasty as the kabob! We tried fesenjoon, shirazi, and mirzaghasemi. Not that tasty Also, I do not appreciate food on melamine plates...

  • 5/5 Adrian C. 11 months ago on Google
    First time coming to this restaurant and it was amazing. Very spacious with nice vibes, all the ladies working were so friendly and sweet. I ordered the Gyro and it was so delicious. The meat and vegetables were so fresh, all the prices on the menu are great, the kitchen was very clean and organized. I will definitely be coming back!

  • 2/5 Ash A. 9 months ago on Google
    I generally don't like giving negative reviews. Atmosphere was nice. However, the two people that were working the front kept looking at my daughter and myself with a "side eye" as if we had two heads and behaved as if they didn't want to take our order. I believe they only had one cook, so I can understand why it took around 45 minutes, but our order was relatively small. I'm sorry for the two stars.

  • 5/5 Matthew T. 8 months ago on Google
    Green Chile gyro was unique and delicious and I was surprised at the size and generous portions. Fries were also delicious and Sally's service was awesome! I will be going back !! Thank you again!

  • 5/5 Jenna C. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is amazing! The food is fresh and the employees are incredibly kind. The employees genuinely seemed to enjoy their jobs and were happy we were there - what a gift! We had a large group and they were very attentive. It’s counter service which made for a very convenient experience. Prices are good also. We’ll definitely be back!

  • 4/5 JT M. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s good food with vegan options in large portions. The bowl is very filling and they definitely load up on the rice. Hummus was not the best I’ve had in town but had a nice creaminess to it. Falafel wise, they were crispy but man, very salty. The dolmas were the best part of the meal, those were the best I’ve had in abq. I would love to see them add some additional stuff to their bowl like cucumbers or tomatoes or something. They use plastic silverware, cups, and containers. Not the most eco friendly. Finally, they have some hot sauces that are very tasty. Do try. I’d put this place in between 3 and 4 stars but are giving them the benefit of the doubt because the dude behind the counter was super kind.

  • 5/5 Krystyna Van G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is somewhere my family and I love to go, and we never get tired of it. They are amazing about food allergies, and I'm always confident that we will never get sick. The food is delicious and diverse, and the Koobideh is amazing. Even when we've had it delivered via a third party, it's still great. We never leave hungry, and they're so great with our toddler. The gluten free options and clear labeling are so great, and having a gluten free pita as an option is a game changer.

  • 5/5 isabella m. 1 year ago on Google
    I love getting the traditional gyros here. They’re so delicious!! The staff is very friendly as well. Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Christi D. 1 year ago on Google
    Passing through Albuquerque on a road trip and grabbed the 3 kabob and sides combo. The people working were so very friendly and the food was fantastic!! We got falafel, chicken and beef along with the hummus and eggplant. It also came with a side of their amazing rice. Needless to say we were happy, and will definitely be back on our next trip thru.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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