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The Grill on San Mateo

Restaurant American restaurant Traditional us american restaurant

One of the Top rated American restaurants in Albuquerque


Address

3300 San Mateo Blvd NE B2, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Website

m.facebook.com

Contact

(505) 872-9772

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (1.6K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 8 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Markku K. 1 year ago on Google
    I have never ordered a ribeye steak to go before I tried it at The Grill on San Mateo. As advertised, they grill all their meats over mesquite. The result is fabulous, smoky flavor throughput the steak. Very nice people working here, they even let me come into the kitchen when I asked if I could take a picture of the grill. This place is going to be a regular stop for me whenever I’m in Albuquerque.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jeff L. 10 months ago on Google
    This was my first time here and I loved the music, the atmosphere, the staff were all really extraordinary. But the hot ticket seems to be the amazing fried zucchini that I can't wait to try again
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael J. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place. Great burgers, friendly staff, great pricing. We had burgers, it's a bargain at $11 to $12 for burger, fries, and a drink. They have a like a salad bar but it's burger toppings. They also have complimentary chips and salsa.Hands on owners that talk to everyone that comes in. Walls are a tribute to US Veterans which is great to see. Must go back for the 16 oz t-bone which looks delicious. Please support this veteran owned business. You will not regret.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raymond F. 2 years ago on Google
    The Grill was awesome, a very friendly staff and an Excellent steak! Phil who is the owner takes the time to go out to the dining area and greet just about all of his customers, which is something that you don't really see a lot of anymore! The steak is absolutely top notch, grilled over real mesquite wood chips and cooked to order! I've had the burger as well, and in my opinion, it is second to none! There's a vegetable bar in the dining room that includes free chips and salsa and fresh cut vegetables for the burgers. Also, the restaurant is very clean and family friendly and the pictures on the walls and decorations are very interesting as well! I strongly recommend this place if you haven't tried it!
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic red Chile , next level burger. This place will make you happy. Just watching the owner making others happy and working as hard if not harder than anyone else shows love and care to his business and to those he serves. The red Chile brought back the right memories that I haven’t felt in over a decade. Although the prices are a tad higher than I would like to spend, the flavor and overall experience are priceless. Genuinely feeling euphoric now that I’ve tried this spot... and you should try it, too.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Len O. 1 year ago on Google
    Remember how good Blake's used to be back in the day? Well, now you have this place and just bump up the quality and the yumminess that you remember from Blake's and you have this. Fresh condiments bar for your burgers, wonderful antiques to look at on the walls, and prime rib. This place is a hidden gem and you have absolutely got to try it. I cannot recommend it enough. The folks running the place are pure gold.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pat o. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best green Chile cheeseburgers I’ve had in a while. My wife got the mama burger meal, I got the papa burger meal. Burger, lots of macdonalds-like (but better) fries and unlimited beverages. A toppings bar with all of the usual suspect; lettuce, tomato, onions jalapeños, mustard Ketchup mayo. They cook everything on an open all-wood fired grill! Next time we’re going to try the grilled rib-eye. It’s in a once used Souper Salad location at 3300 San Mateo NE (East side of San Mateo between Candelaria and Comanche).. In the corner of the strip center near BB’ Discount. Family atmosphere. Live Music on some nights. Employees are very friendly and the owner is a character. Loved it! I almost forgot that they have unlimited chips and salsa too!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark M. 1 year ago on Google
    Google only allows me to give this place 5 stars... I'd give it 100+ if I could! I'm going to just let my pictures do the talking. Words don't do this place's food justice. Just come eat here and thank me later. Oh, and tell Phil that Mark sent you! :D
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Delaney I. 1 year ago on Google
    absolutely phenomenal, quick, friendly service!! delicious burgers. free chips and salsa while you wait. amazing salsa! such a cute little place and i would come back all the time!!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Diana 8 months ago on Google
    This is the best burger to get in Albuquerque. The fries were delicious and they have free chips and salsa. They cook the burgers fresh so there is a wait but they were so attentive and polite from the cashier to the cooks. They also had a topping bar so you can add all you wanted to your burger, even tomatoes. And they have a burger contest too, I'm training for that. The fries ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The salsa ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The burger ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The green chile ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The staff ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The soda crispness ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Viraj P. 1 year ago on Google
    Had the green chili cheeseburger. The burger was good but the chili was barely noticeable and had no spice. Also had the lemon cake which was decent.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jessica G. 2 years ago on Google
    Not really covid concerned with the self serve burger and salsa bar. Salsa is fresh and homemade. This place is odd, you can't really tell what it is by the decor, nor from the outside. Very family oriented. They half explain how they're known for the mesquite grill whoever the menu doesn't truly reflect the potential this place could be. The food is good just not "I'd go out of my way for it" If you want a good honestly burger with smokeyness then this is definitely the place, the chicken was cooked to perfection but not really worth the price. Make sure you get her well before closing time.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tory H. 8 months ago on Google
    It was my first time to the Grill on San Mateo tonight and my family and I were blown away. As soon as we pull up, there’s cute lights outside the building, setting the atmosphere. Everyone was so welcoming and kind as soon as we entered and throughout the entire visit. The ambiance was fun and they even had live music! Food was good and reasonably priced. I don’t understand why it wasn’t packed on a Saturday night.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Valerie 5 months ago on Google
    Did not disappoint, at all. One of the best burgers I've had- if you like crispy edges on a burger patty, this knocked it out of the park. Highly recommend and will be going on my favorite list. Only issue I had was there was absolutely no soap in the women's restroom and the dispenser looked like it hadn't been used in a while.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jamy M. 1 year ago on Google
    Waited 38 minutes for one overdone veggie burger meal, two orders of soggy fries and one order of zucchini sticks. Also ordered mozzarella sticks but the lady didn’t ring them up so I never got them. It was a to-go order and the woman behind the counter had such attitude about giving me an extra bag and some extra ketchup packets since I only ordered one sandwich even though I had three orders of fries. Poor service and mediocre food. Disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Megann H. 1 year ago on Google
    Underrated hidden jem. IYKYK. Food is freshly made to order over a hot grill. You go in and order at the counter, find a seat and wait for your name to be called. Friday and Saturday nights they have live music. Free chips and salsa while you wait and some of the best burgers and grilled chicken in the city.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carrie M. 5 months ago on Google
    The Grill on San Mateo here in Albuquerque must be the best place in town for open fire flame broiled, grilling that I know of. At least on my side of town., Not only is their beef amazing but their open flamed grilled chicken is also delicious and tantalizing. You will absolutely not go wrong if you order grilled chicken over a bed of greens that are fresh and taste like they were picked from a garden. Not like they pulled them out of a bag., The house made salsa takes on a whole other level of deliciousness and the tortilla chips are perfectly fried and semi salted. I must mention the nicest people that work there, always provide excellent customer service and customer hospitality. This place is always clean and put together and they also provide live music on certain evenings. Talented musicians ! WHAT a treat! Do yourself a a real favor and go experience The Grill on San Mateo. Oh! And the Onion Rings!!! Son of a gun!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Masta P. 6 months ago on Google
    I ordered a burger, some zucchini fries, and fried mushrooms. Burger was juicy and perfect, fried mushrooms were on point, and the zucchini fries were a solid 3.5 of 5. Atmosphere was great. Most importantly, I was impressed with the salsa. Could have been spicier but the flavor was great. I'm coming back for the rib eye next time

  • 5/5 Dana S. 5 months ago on Google
    I had my first visit to this place today, and I can't believe I've been missing out for all these years. The hamburger was undoubtedly the best I've ever had. The atmosphere was clean, comfortable, and had a great vibe. The service, especially Sandra's, was fantastic. If you haven't tried this place yet, you're definitely missing out! 🍔😊

  • 5/5 joseph g. 9 months ago on Google
    Came in 5 minutes after closing time, they waved us in turned the music back and and made us the best burgers in town 🍔 And Gave the babies a snack as well would rate higher if possible.

  • 5/5 Felicia 8 months ago on Google
    I was thinking initially it's was going to be some cheap over priced food with no real customer service. I could not have been more wrong and grateful I was! Long story short. I'd kiss the cook and the rest of the staff there. If you ever wanted a home town personalized eatery this is it! Our waitress went above and beyond along with the chef to give our first time there the experience. Don't forget about the live bands too. The Grill has us as regulars now! The steak 🥩 and hotdog 🌭 is a must! Please enjoy as we did!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash-only
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
  • 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
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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