This place used to be amazing but lately they’ve increased prices to an insane level. Used to have an awesome happy hour, now I’m not even sure they do it. My wife and I are pretty bummed about it because this used to be our favorite bar in abq. We’ve easily brought them a few thousand dollars in service over the years from bringing friends and family to even having my wife’s birthday party there a few years ago. Unfortunately over time they’ve changed. They used to make all drinks fresh now they premix a lot of them. They used to have a $6 cocktail happy hour, now most drinks on the menu are $14-$17. Worst yet, the pours are not generous for an expensive cocktail. See the image. I got a cocktail on Friday night, the glass was half empty with the ice cube and when I pulled the cube out barely any liquid remained. I understand prices have gone up over the years but more than a 50% price increase in a few years is a bit wild. At least I would suggest doing a membership program for the locals who have been going here since the bar opened back in 2016 or 17. Like my wife and I would probably be willing to pay a $50 every six months or year to get those old prices back, we used to go enough for it to be worth it. Now we really only go on special occasions cause the pricing and pours have gotten outrageous.

Definitely do not recommend this place. I only rate it a 1 star because it has nice decor and it’s decently clean. When I first walked in the host was in a very snobby mood and continued to come up to the table after sitting us to question us about where and when the rest of our party was going to arrive. That made all of us feel very uncomfortable and she was weirdly pushy about making sure every person showed up. Then the server would take ages to come by and didn’t even check if we enjoyed the food or the drinks. After we checked out we left a cash tip and the server used my card to give himself and extra tip that was not authorized. So aside from the bad service their employees also committed credit card fraud and theft all in one evening. I called the manager to get it fixed and he said “It’s a busy Friday and I want to help you but I have other guest to help” and rushed me off the phone. Definitely don’t go here unless you want to be stolen from.

From the outside you’d never guess what it looked like inside. Perhaps needs a more appealing look outside. I would normally drive by as it’s not too inviting. Pretty cool place to come with a group for a party or event. The food was good(specifically the fries and nachos) which were great to share. The only thing I didn’t like is how expensive the drinks were for how much you actually got. If you’re gonna be here for awhile the price doesn’t reflect the quality or quantity of the drinks you actually get. Large ice blocks in most drinks basically give you a shot for 13-17 bucks a drink. In my opinion the price shouldn’t be that high. Also the service we received on a not so busy night was less than desirable. We had to wait about 20 minutes to get someone to come check on us and almost 40 minutes to get our first drink. We ended up leaving to go elsewhere.

Craft Cocktails & Beyond Bar Food. Copper lounge is a staple in the cocktail community, their exquisite location alone resembles the uniqueness and quality of the end product. I love to come here for business meetings and dates. The staff is always super personable and the drunks never miss a hit. If you're lucky enough to catch David you're in for a treat.

What place starts closing at 9 when the hours say open until 12? Our server told us that the kitchen closes at 9:15. Lights were being turned off while there were 13 patrons still present. It was an extremely loud “get out so we can go home” vibe. Our server was very preoccupied with a girl at the bar, presumably his girlfriend. Our drinks were sitting there while he chatted it up with her. Our food took too long for the exact same reason. Very frustrating to not be a priority AT ALL. Not to mention zero pride in his work. Tennis shoes, a gray loose fitting T shirt, and a baseball cap. No professionalism or consideration. Definitely not a $70 experience. I am extremely disappointed with the quality of service I PAID for.

Drove from Indianapolis to LA and this was easily my favorite cocktail menu the whole trip. Great decor, knowledgeable staff, and inventive and delicious drinks. Definitely wowed me. Absolutely will return

Super cool atmosphere, nice staff, killer drinks. It is a little bit expensive but I can't wait to go back

The pictures for this place don’t do it justice! Great atmosphere and vibe, service is on point, but most importantly the drinks are incredible. They also have a good selection of food, from burgers and steak to smaller items.

A great bar with a talented staff and bartenders. The drink menu is well rounded or they can easily make whatever you’re in the mood for. You will need a reservation, unfortunately, so you can’t just show up for a good time. Plan ahead.

First time here.. the service was outside! The drinks were amazingly delightful..I had the old fashion and the fixicillin, we got the beef nachos and the had the BEST Mexican hot sauces (salsa huichol and el yucateco.. iykyk) I'll definitely be back!

We really loved The Copper Lounge for its speakeasy like style, dim lighting and relaxed environment. The bartender was really nice and attentive to us. We ordered two cocktails on the menu, one had cardamom and the other had earl grey tea. Can’t remember the names but they were well balanced and the tastiest drinks we’ve had in Albuquerque.

Some tasty cocktails. Prompt service and nice atmosphere too. Chill spot for sure. I had the Peachy Keen and tried my wife's Summer Spritz. Both dang tasty.

The service is usually pretty good here but it has gone downhill my last few visits. The last few times I have gone I watched the bartenders drink and completely ignore customers even when there’s only 4 tables. I went tonight and the bartenders called last call 40 mins before close. They were also taking shots with customers seated at the bar and struggling to serve and ring out clients. I usually tip very well and do 20% or more regardless of who serves me but I felt like they really deserved less than that. I was very disappointed and feel they need to improve.

Awesome place, gorgeous atmosphere, we loved our drinks, the copper cocktail and the Saturn👌🍸 The food was so yummy, we had the saucy fries, mussels and house salad, seriously delicious. And our server was great too! Overall such a good experience. We'll be back for sure!

Dig the vibe. The atmosphere is really rad paired with a phenomenal layout and true congenial service staff. The bar and cocktails were great. Only critic was that the steak was pretty awesome, cooked perfectly. It didn't need the sauce drowning it and felt depreciated with a heap of fries next to it. I'll certainly return and try the Tacos, either way there's too much to love to let my perspective damper the joy this establishment brings to the city.

Really enjoyed hanging out here and having a few drinks. It's beautiful inside and the drinks are tasty! Lots of variety. We didn't have any of the food but it all looked and smelled wonderful!

Food was ok. I had the Steamed mussels and fired lumpia. The mussels themselves were kind of bland but the tomato soup they were in was pretty good. The fried lumpia was good. I only wished they had actual dipping sauce for it instead of ketchup. The drinks were on point though. The playlist was lit and the atmosphere will definitely bring me back!

The best place in Albuquerque! Staff was great , very respectful they pay attention to the service. I got the mussels great! Nachos amazing! The birria tacos good as well! The place really calm and great environment. I don’t drink but I used too and wanted to have a mixed drink do to the vive of the place. So I asked for a drink with no alcohol. The girl with green hair super nice the drink was really good ! Something with coconut and lime it looked green! Recommend place!

Acceptable food, but with service wavering between merely inattentive and actually snide/rude, with little knowledge of meal ingredients. Dinner for two begins with a walk-by drop-off of a photocopied flyer as a menu (protip: it DOESN'T take you to the menu, see attached.) We asked if we may see a printed menu. "Nope" he replies snidely and walks off... to which I respond good-naturedly "it looks like you're picking dinner recommendations then. lol" A few minutes later, he delivers a single un-requested cocktail to me ($25), having not even addressed the woman at the table for her order at all. We're both baffled. He says "well, you said I was picking." Dinner friendo. We're here for dinner... but even if we had meant drinks, one would think that speaking to us might have been a fair precursor to making a selection... maybe even pairing the drink selection with your dinner recommendation (gasp!)... and taking the table's order should certainly precede one single person's unordered drink arriving. I order a beer. She kept the unwanted cocktail. We order loaded chicken nachos and steak tacos to split, carefully talking through the facts that we're splitting the she can't have anything with heat. We request the roasted jalapenos and jalapeno crema on the side of the nachos. Server leaves, comes back with 2 side plates (so we can split, he understood.) Food arrives. Tacos slathered in exactly the jalapeno crema we had taken off of the nachos... which we might have noticed if we'd been able to get a menu. True, we failed to order them without it, but I think it's a fair expectation that a server know the ingredients of the dishes as well. We begin to eat anyway. Midway though the meal, the server returns and says frankly "Dinner's over (it's, like, 8:32pm). I need a credit card to pass your tab to the bar. Go up there if you need anything." Mmm-kay. I set down the bite I'm in the middle of, pause the conversation we're also in the middle of, provide credit card, and return to eating. To my surprise, he wasn't getting off of work or having a shift change, and continued to take new tables all around us! I guess he just decided it was convenient for him to move to the other register right then and that our dinner (which we'd just been served) "was over." Ultimately, we finished... sat empty-glassed with an unbussed table for 20 minutes until I finally went to the bar to try to close out with the bartender as the server had asked. But... the server jumps in to interrupt my conversation with the bartender, runs my tab, and hovers oddly for a tip. I tip 35% (less than normal for me) and we leave. All told, it was a touch over $100 to have light snacks and drinks for two, poorly served. It was... um... not what we expected. The place still looks great, and the food is passable... but it has definitely slid off into the "too hip to bother with basic service" rabbit hole.

Drove past this place a million times in college. While it looks like a hole in the wall, when you walk in, it blows your mind. An Art Deco atmosphere that makes you feel like your in a upscale new york bar, the ambiance is absolutely amazing. A great place for a date, or a fun night out. The cocktails are the absolute best in Albuquerque, hands down, probably in New Mexico. Indian Army, and the Copper Cocktail are my go to favorites. Their menu, while eclectic (hot dogs, nachos, and steaks) certainly doesn't seem to fit the vibe their going for, but the food was a hit as well. Each of the items I've ordered have always been a winner. I've taken family from out of town here, dates, and just been here myself, and each time they've absolutely loved it.

The owner Cindy hosted a party of 150 people and her and her staff crushed it. Drinks were still great, the kitchen turned out more “customized” bite sized items that were great. The DJ did a fabulous job and the ambiance, as always, was in point. Highly recommend contacting the Copper lounge for any private event.

We loved this place! Chill vibe, great music, upscale atmosphere and our bartender Dmitri was awesome! Very attentive and outstanding customer service skills

Great atmosphere although music was playing a bit too loud for my taste. Craft cocktails were delicious - we got the Copper Cocktail and the Summer Spritz. Waitress was very nice but I agree with some of the other reviews saying that the host was slow.

Great place. Some of the best drinks we have had in Albuquerque. Staff has always been super friendly and knowledgeable. And the place looks amazing.

Excellent carefully crafted cocktails. Interior is 1920s gold and black with clean lines. LOVE IT!

Excellent drinks and food! Sit at the bar for a great experience. The bartenders are really helpful and genuinely want you to enjoy their craft. One overhead my friend say her drink was too sweet and graciously offered to make something else. I asked for a mezcal drink recommendation and the bartender made something off-menu called a Oaxacan Italy that was absolutely incredible - come here and you are in good hands. For food we got the tacos (the vegan ones were actually our favorites) and a salad. Everything was delicious. Nice place to grab a few cocktails and dinner.

It's a nice place, super busy on the weekends so it's best to make a reservation. Drinks were very unique, we gave it a try but it just wasn't the vibe we were looking for. Bit on the bougie side, but if that's what you like you'll have a good time!

Absolutely top notch. Probably one of the best cocktails I've ever had with The Indian Army. Service was insanely good, waiter had extensive knowledge of all the drinks and the bartender presented them very well. They even do up custom mock tails for your friends who are on the wagon. A must visit. The copper cocktail is pictured, another excellent gin concoction.

This was a cool little place! Very chic and felt private which I love. Lots of options for cocktails and food. I wish there was better music but overall this was the perfect place for a quiet, relaxed date night. I will definitely come back again.

Fancy flatware doesn't make up for poor taste. Over price drinks in small 6oz glasses chocked full of ice not even a full drink. My first drink way at least full, second was gone on 2 small drinks 3rd I send back because it wasn't even 3/4 full, the excuse was oh I have you a bigger glass. If you going to charge top dollar I expect a drink! I think I'm being generous calling it 6 0z. Bottom line I'm 49 and I've never seen a house margarita that pitiful. Maybe that is just how things are in New Mexico.... I sure hope not