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  • 5/5 Eric M. 2 years ago on Google
    I met the staff at the Chocolate and Coffee Festival this weekend. Everyone was super nice. They made these delicious drinks We had a Moscow Mule, there were several different kinds of Bloody Mary’s. No matter how busy they were they still made a few minutes for us at Los Foodies Magazine and answered any questions we had. I cannot wait to check out their brick and mortar location in Old Town, Albuquerque New Mexico. Thanks again!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ian R. 6 months ago on Google • 65 reviews
    So, the vodka is unique and amazing, gins are really good. The resperado tequila was the among the best sipping rums I have had. We did the New Mexican fries and the chips with queso. Homemade everything and delish. The beers and ciders need time to develop and will be there soon. Loved this local place and we will be back when we are in town.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Laura I. 5 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    It's a dive bar. I was fooled by the reviews. Went in and was ignored for 20 minutes. There were several VERY drunk 50 somethings in dirty clothes laughing at the bar. It's dark, grungy, dirty, and gross. Where I sat I could see people in the kitchen preparing food NOT wearing hair nets over long, untied hair and facial hair. Just ... A vibe, I guess but not the vibe they put out online. If you like biker bars, elderly low-income and low-education bars then it's great. If you don't want a dive bar.... Then keep looking. There are GREAT distilleries in Albuquerque.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Don W. 1 year ago on Google • 8 reviews
    We stopped in Albuquerque for a quick bite to eat since we were just passing through. Siri recommended this distillery and it had great reviews. When we first pulled up we were a little concerned. But with all the positive reviews we took a chance. As soon as we stepped in we didn’t have a single concern. Staff was polite and friendly, Anthony the bartender went above and beyond. Food was crazy hot which is rare for a restaurant these days I would give it 10 stars if I could. We had a great homemade meal
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iain 3 months ago on Google • 78 reviews New
    An amazing drink menu and such tasty breakfast/lunch options. You can’t got wrong with the sandwich’s nor any of the whiskey cocktails

  • 5/5 Chris H. 3 months ago on Google • 58 reviews New
    Interesting distillery/brewery/restaurant. They are doing interesting things dreaming up new spirits, and new cocktails. They also have a brewery in house doing rotating beer options. They have more than 15 craft spirits in house for drinks and about 6-8 for in bottles. The Bosque Fog cocktail was very pleasant, definitely a must try. Cut ice from the supplier next door. The Old Town Tea is a house brewed hard tea is great as is the BBA Scotch Ale, so drinkable but comes in at 14%! Food menu is seasonal and slightly limited but good. Exteriors and location is a slight industrial but interior is nice and spacious for groups.

  • 5/5 Rayna C. 1 year ago on Google • 16 reviews
    I love this place, and I'm sure you will, too. When Left Turn first opened, we decided to visit for a friend's birthday. Unfortunately, we arrived after they had closed for the evening, and my friend was sad because she's a Kentucky woman that needs her birthday spirits. Then, the most amazing thing happened... Upon hearing it was her birthday, Brian (the owner) flung the doors open for our small group, served us fantastic spirits, and even gave us a tour of the distillery. I'm generally a beer drinker, but I went home with a bottle and a great memory. Much to my delight, Palmer Brewing joined the family a few years later and they continue the tradition of quality. Brian still says hello and makes us feel like family whenever we see him, and I'm so pleased by his continued success.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristin B. 4 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    Unique vibe in this lounge. All beverages were fantastic and service is top notch every time. A true ABQ Gem.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sal B. 1 year ago on Google • 10 reviews
    We wanted to try a new place where we had never been before. I found this place on Google Maps, and so we decided to check it out. To be honest, we were a little concerned about the appearance from the outside. But once we entered, we were greeted with friendly smiles. We had a few drinks talked to some of the workers. Drinks were definitely good, next time we go we need to try the food. It's a chill hidden gem in Albuquerque.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justice B. 2 years ago on Google
    Hot and Fresh!! Tourist burger is super good! I've had a lot of green Chile cheese burgers in Albuquerque this is definitely a contender for best I've ever had! The little chili's on the side to control the spice level brilliant! Will be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maira E. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food, service, and drinks! Great prices! Piñon whiskey is a must try!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris Nyman W. 2 years ago on Google
    “Cheers” comes into the 21st-century! If you’re a fan of a welcoming local bar and great food you can’t mess left turn distilling. They have very nice cocktails and extra fine local food. Fun art and old 80s and 90s band posters on the wall. Eclectic mix of just about anything. If you really like that back room kind of warehouse district feel… this is the place for you! (PS: Try the tacos brisket tacos or Calavitias fritters)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A. D. 2 years ago on Google
    What a fun experience. Did the Groupon tasting tour. It was very informative and the staff were fantastic. The owner talked to us for as long as we wanted. Definitely worth the experience, in fact I would do it again.

  • 5/5 Edwin B. 2 years ago on Google
    Came for Palmer Brewing, stayed for the food. Will have to come back for the spirits next round!

  • 3/5 jonathan s. 5 years ago on Google
    So the initial time and second time I came here, I was helped by Miranda and she was first class and super nice and I couldn't ask for more great service. The bar has great live music and the clientele seems good So here is the downside of the bar. There was an older lady with color hair and she was not the greatest when it came to customer service and I like to think that she just needed more customer experience. This is the reason they lost two stars. She ask me to move an empty drink so she can open the condiment drawer and I thought she would ask if I want a drink but no she did not. Throughout the whole time she ignore my empty drink. I trwlly like the bar since they have alot of promise and seems like they could have promise but they have to cater to New people from out of town, if they want more positive impact. Overall the music is great Customer service from Miranda was great The bar is small but pretty cool If your from a bigger city it has a hole in wall feel but better clients I will come back since it seems like they can improve and I enjoyed the feel minus the lady with the color hair, which is why they lost 2 stars but they deserve 5 stars if they can correct her behavior

  • 5/5 Brian V. 5 years ago on Google
    Top notch spirits. Great staff. The vibe here is amazing. Perfect place for an old skate punk to have some cocktails or beers. The food is great as well, queso and tacos for days. I took the tour of the distillery and had a fantastic time as well. I can't say enough great things about this place.

  • 5/5 Craig J. 4 years ago on Google
    A fantastic hole in the wall! Left Turn distilling is a one of a kind. Everyone is a friend here, and the food is some and great! I have the Beer Battered Chili Strips. A must if you are in Albuquerque!

  • 1/5 Paul A. 2 years ago on Google
    Horribly rude staff. Came in and ordered some Moscow mules and immediately got a lecture from the server how that's not politically correct anymore to call them that, even though it's an item on their menu. This was pretty much the only encounter we had with the server other than the bus boy bringing the food. We never got any refills or were able to order more than the initial drink. It was pretty obvious we were being intentionally ignored along with several other tables. There were several other unhappy customers, we could overhear their complaints. Eventually we had to go up to the bar for the check so we could finally leave. I've been here several times in the past, but this will be my last. I will steer anyone I can away from this establishment. There are plenty of other places in Albuquerque with decent service.

  • 5/5 Leigh A. 2 years ago on Google
    Little out-of-the-way hidden gem! This place is no frills at first sight until it comes to the beverages. We had two cocktails that were NM themed. They incorporated red/green chile with fresh fruit flavors that made the perfect summer cocktail. We sat on the humble patio but they had misters going for comfort. We were waited on by two servers and they did a great job! Super friendly and attentive. We will have to come back to try the food. Just a heads up, it is small inside and the parking lot is tiny as well.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as veteran-owned

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