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Flying Star Cafe

Restaurant Cafe Breakfast restaurant Bakery American restaurant Diner Wi fi spot

Relaxed cafe chain serving globally influenced American fare, including all-day breakfast. People often mention great, time, staff, nice, clean, good, friendly,


Address

8001 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Website

www.flyingstarcafe.com

Contact

(505) 293-6911

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.6K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 7 AM to 8 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (7) time (7) staff (7) nice (7) clean (6) good (6) friendly (6)
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  • 4/5 A S. 1 year ago on Google
    Left Santa Fe today and headed down to Albuquerque NM to widen my search for a place to live. Too early to check into my hotel so at the recommendation of my realtor, I decided to have lunch and was pleasantly surprised by the place. Ate outdoors with such a beautiful day to enjoy!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Diana 6 months ago on Google
    This is a great place for food and to dine in. There was a bit of a fly problem, but they had methods to keep them away. It is a perfect spot to work quietly or meet up with someone.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cassandra C. 11 months ago on Google
    Very spacious, chill vibe, DELICIOUS coffee and food. Will definitely be back when we come back to ABQ. Even the kids enjoyed it. Cute place for a coffee date and a pastry. The pastries are to die for!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jazz Rock Fusion & Synthesizer M. 1 year ago on Google
    My wife and I spent 10 days in Santa Fe for our 40th. On our last day, we spent time in Albuquerque. For lunch we ate here after a local recommended this place. Superb food! Friendly staff and delightful atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Gerry D. 7 months ago on Google
    Great coffee, great tea, attentive staff and a nice atmosphere. We dropped in while waiting for jiffy lube to change our oil. A terrific place to while away a little time.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great healthy food which taste fantastic, customer service was great, the environment was clean and very comfortable. This is a great spot to go hangout with friends or just go study. 😃
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jared R. 1 year ago on Google
    I added a pic of the $19 fish for my fish n’ chips. I have given flying star more than a few chances, but they keep getting worse and worse. I understand there is inflation, but these are basically fish nuggets. I am telling everyone I know not to eat here anymore, they don’t care about their customers and it shows.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 J P. 1 year ago on Google
    Maybe we went in an off day. We went in looked at the menu. When we went up to order, the person was making a drink. There was a line forming and she didn’t call for help and nor did the others walking around come over to help until we were waiting for over 5 minutes. My tea cup was dirty. I went to get a new one and she looked in 5 cups before she got a clean one. Our food did come out pretty quickly. However, my son’s rice was just mush. It was over cooked. My fries were over cooked. Fries should be crispy not too hard to eat. We wanted to like this place because we are new to the area but we won’t be going back. We thought that the packed parking lot meant it was going to be really good but nope.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Cat D. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is very nice and clean with friendly staff. However we ordered the two birds and received a burnt chicken so I politely asked if they could get it fixed because it did taste good but had a heavy burnt after taste. They did fix it but when they gave us the new one we had no eggs so I gave up and ate it. Would have loved to enjoy it with egg. Over all I think we will come back but kinda leaven disappointment this trip. Jack was super nice and helpful tho.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sergei G. 1 year ago on Google
    My SO ordered the Mediterranean Beyond burger and it was a definite step up from the last time she ordered it. I had the Buddha Bowl and it was amazing. You can get it with white or brown rice which I would recommend. My father-in-law had a Cheese and Turkey Jack. He enjoyed it but did say it was a little dry. I would definitely recommend coming here if you want good food, a nice atmosphere and pleasant staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Irma Z. 6 months ago on Google
    Decided to try this place as everything else was packed because of the balloon fiesta and while the service was fast and friendly the food left a lot to be desired. I ordered the ranch breakfast with eggs over easy and bacon. The eggs weren’t cooked thoroughly, the whites were completely raw and the bacon was slightly cooked. Still very raw looking, didn’t realized I needed to ask for my bacon to be cooked I guess. The toast was very basic sliced bread you can buy at any grocery store. I didn’t touch my second egg nor any of the bacon. They got busier as we were there so honestly didn’t care to complain but yeah, just don’t order breakfast here.

  • 5/5 Brandi S. 6 months ago on Google
    I love flying stars's desserts so much! The are decadent and delicious and everything dreams are made of. Usually they are $6 to $9 a slice but this location has started their first Tuesday $4 slice again and I cannot be more excited! I got the pumpkin pecan cheesecake slice today and it was everything an autumn dessert is meant to be! The employees were so friendly and helpful! There was a line but it moved quickly! The parking lot is small but there is additional parking along the street.

  • 4/5 r b. 8 months ago on Google
    Xmas Huevos Rancheros, over easy eggs and black drip coffee. I regret not getting a slice of pie, their pie case looked amazing!!!

  • 4/5 Shawnda O. 9 months ago on Google
    Such friendly and helpful staff! My first choice in the menu wasn't available because the ingredients weren't available 😕. The second choice was delicious, Hidden Treasure, but I would request less of the sauce the next time. It felt like the dish was swimming in curry instead of being enhanced.

  • 5/5 Stephanie J. 1 year ago on Google
    Oh my goodness we love this place!!! It's always sooooo good and welcoming! I'm surprised I had a photo to share because the food goes so fast! It's so yummy! And the desserts!!!! Oh my! If you have room, the desserts are outstanding! And the staff! They all are AMAZING!!!! So nice and helpful! The place was sooooo clean and it was The day before Thanksgiving AND the dinner rush! Love it! We like to sit on the patio when it's nice outside too! It's just a really cool spot! And their seasonal menu is cool too! I had the stew pot chicken and ate every last bite! It's full of veggies and chicken and this delicious fresh biscuit! Just go lol it's fantastic!

  • 5/5 Hannah B. 1 year ago on Google
    Whenever I’m in ABQ I have to make a stop here! The ranch breakfast Wight he green chili turkey sausage is a must try. There gluten free pancakes are the best that I’ve had. We also shared the Athena salad, 10 out of 10 recommend. The fried feta balls are a great touch.

  • 3/5 Trey W. 1 year ago on Google
    I had the ranchers melt. The sandwich was very dry and just wasn't very good. I also had the side salad which I wouldn't really recommend. You have to get your own refills as there's no wait staff. You stand in line and pay for your food ahead of time and then someone will bring your food to your table that you're on your own for everything else.

  • 4/5 Patrick M. 2 years ago on Google
    This was a great surprise. Service was pleasant and I enjoyed the self serve coffee for refills. Parking is limited but plenty of room inside so do not let a full lot put you off. Great breakfast options.

  • 5/5 Thor P. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice and clean. Food was ready with 15 mins of ordering and was great. Only thing is that it is self service on drinks but they don't tell you that until I had to ask. Recommend for a day you can take your time on things.

  • 5/5 Lily C. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is delicious! I got the Huevos Rancheros and the Chai Tea Latte. The photo has zero filters it is just that beautiful. Staff is super friendly! Chai latte was not watered down at all. Probably the best I’ve ever had honestly. Definitely recommend!

  • 3/5 Alireza T A. 1 year ago on Google
    I heard about this place and today I had a chance to try it! I had Giant Eclair and hot Mexican latte! It is a nice and clean place with friendly service. Eclair wasn’t fresh for that time of morning and coffe wasn’t something special! Also their pastries are little pricey, you can get daily baked slices from Whole Foods for half a price or get 3 fresh donuts filled with Bavarian cream from Two Boys ! I read lots of good reviews about their food so I need to try it again to update my review! For now just 3 ⭐️!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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