Mary & Tito's Cafe
A family-run institution opened in 1963 and winner of the James Beard America's Classics Award, famous for its city-wide acclaimed carne adovada.
This family-run diner on 4th Street NW was founded in 1963 and won the James Beard Foundation's America's Classics Award in 2010. It is currently run by the founder's daughter. The signature carne adovada features pork slow-simmered in red chile sauce, which local food blogger Gil called the best in the state. The most popular item, the Mexican turnover, is a deep-fried version made with sopaipilla dough. The interior features old-school decor with plastic tablecloths and walls covered in family photos, focusing entirely on the food rather than the ambiance. It is only open until the afternoon and closed on Sundays, so avoid planning dinner here. Price data is sourced from third-party menus and may be outdated.
Opening hours
Mon–Thu 11:00–15:00, Fri–Sat 11:00–17:00, Closed Sun
Nearby sights
- Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
- Explora Science Center and Children's Museum
- New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
- Sawmill Market
- Albuquerque Museum of Art and History
- Central Avenue (Route 66) & KiMo Theatre
- San Felipe de Neri Church
- American International Rattlesnake Museum