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Welcome to Sadie's, a vibrant Mexican restaurant nestled in the heart of Albuquerque at 5400 Academy Rd NE. Renowned for our authentic flavors and festive atmosphere, we offer a culinary journey through the heart of Mexico. Our menu features traditional dishes crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, providing a true taste of Mexican heritage. At Sadie's, every dish is a masterpiece, from sizzling fajitas to hearty tacos, all prepared with the utmost care and culinary expertise. Our guests consistently praise our commitment to quality and service, often describing their dining experiences as exceptional. Whether you're craving a casual dinner or hosting a special event, Sadie's provides the perfect backdrop with its vibrant decor and welcoming environment. Our dedicated staff goes above and beyond to ensure every visit is memorable, helping us maintain a reputation as a premier dining destination in Albuquerque. Join us at Sadie's for an unforgettable dining experience where the flavors of Mexico come alive. Indulge in our exquisite cuisine that has earned high acclaim from locals and visitors alike. We are more than just a restaurant; we are a place where family and friends gather, stories are shared, and memories are made. Visit us today and discover why our guests return time and time again.

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Sadie's serves up authentic Mexican flavors with generous portions and a cozy atmosphere. Their famous carne adovada and green chile stew are must-tries, and their attentive service makes for a delightful dining experience.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

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Cindy Fisher
Cindy Fisher -Google user
a month ago
A pleasant surprise as it is not a Mexican restaurant but a New Mexican restaurant. Don't expect typical rice and beans. In fact, they don't offer rice, but they have some of the most delicious beans I have ever had and potatoes. All the...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Joone Moz
Joone Moz -Google user
5 months ago
This place is always 4 stars for us as a family. Huge portion of food, service is always great. Prices are a bit higher but it's definitely worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Pet Peevs
Pet Peevs -Google user
8 months ago
Delicious new Mexican food! Avoid if you don't handle chili well. We like traditional instead of in-house margarita. Shareable portion sizes.
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Highly recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishes
Classic Workshop
Classic Workshop -Google user
8 months ago
Fantastic food great portions and prices. I was extremely happy with the service too. I had a young woman named Jasmine as a waitress who was very friendly and attentive.
Dine inBrunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Enchilada, Huevos RancherosThey have added great Gluten free options for the menu for the celiac people in my party.Plenty of parkingFree parking lotGreat staff very kid friendly.Plenty of ramps and room to navigate with a wheelchair
Mendy Edgar
Mendy Edgar -Google user
9 months ago
Where I live, you cannot get a good fresh Sopa. These were warm and fresh, and they brought us honey to go with them. The other food was great, nice heat to the salsa with your fresh chips. The green chili was perfect. The red...Read More
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5
Gourmand
Gourmand -Google user
a year ago
The food is incredible if you like simple, Mexican/Tex-Mex food. For the price, you get an enormous portion of food that comes with unlimited chips and salsa, as well as sopapillas and honey for dessert. Be prepared to wait as the restaurant is always busy. Luckily,...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4
Reza Moghadam
Reza Moghadam -Google user
a year ago
This is a precious jewel on Academy Rd. Try jalapeño cucumber tequila, and all food items are great. My server Isabelle was very helpful finding me the items I like on the menu. This old style atmosphere mixed with a welcoming feeling of southern...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Philippa Pham Hughes
Philippa Pham Hughes -Google user
2 weeks ago
Good food. Good service. Huge portions. Cute space. Plenty of parking.
Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 52 people, 3-4 peopleNo wait
Finding The (Force)
Finding The (Force) -Google user
9 months ago
Best New Mexican food and amazing service. I had the cheese enchiladas with red and green (Christmas) and blue corn tortillas 😋🤤🤤🤤🤤🫶🏽💖🤠 I always feel like I am home at Sadie’s. The young woman who took care of me and my friend was one...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
J Moore
J Moore -Google user
10 months ago
Excellent place to try out! Was blown away by the portion sizes! The bartender and I didn't see the requested red chile (it was hiding under all the goodness!), so he went back to get me a GENEROUS serving of additional chile, which...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Mersad Donko
Mersad Donko -Google user
8 months ago
Food and service were really good. It’s authentic mexican food and the variety of dishes and drinks is great. I had the enchiladas and they were succulent and rich!
Atmosphere: 5
Chad T
Chad T -Google user
a month ago
My family and I gathered to celebrate my niece's army induction. The staff was friendly and accommodating, providing us with quick service. Our server was exceptionally patient and made us feel like family. I especially appreciated when the owner approached us to ask about our...Read More
Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Suitable for all group sizes30-60 min
Willie Montoya
Willie Montoya -Google user
3 days ago
The service at the Academy location is always fast and friendly with generous chips and salsa served almost immediately after being seated. The Roberto's Special (hamburger patty with their delicious queso) is always served quickly and always piping hot. The sides of little potatoes and...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Sus H
Sus H -Google user
Edited a month ago
The vegetarian Guaco Taco was amazing, best taco I've ever had and I've been to many places. The chips were crisp and salsa perfect heat and flavor. I had to stop eating the sides to have room for the awesome sopapillas with honey!
$10–20Atmosphere: 51 personNo wait
Toree Grimsley
Toree Grimsley -Google user
3 months ago
Wow!! Sadie's was AMAZING!!!! Sam was a wonderful waitress - friendly, she made our experience amazing - and even brought us extra sopapillas free of charge. The food was huge - great portions for a very reasonable price. One entree is enough to feed 2...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Salsa and Chips, Burrito, Sopaipilla Delights
Angel Reyes
Angel Reyes -Google user
4 months ago
Came here with my 3 kids for dinner. Even though they were busy service was fast and polite. Food was excellent my picky kids enjoyed it as well. My daughter loved the sopapillas with honey.
Atmosphere: 5
Stephen Daniel
Stephen Daniel -Google user
5 days ago
Good New Mexican food but if we’re being honest it’s all pretty similar isn’t it? What made our experience so pleasant was the service. Our waitress was great and we had a truly exceptional busboy named Robert. He was everywhere but nowhere all at once....Read More
Dinner$10–20Atmosphere: 43-4 people, 5-8 peopleNo wait
james polis
james polis -Google user
a week ago
Now I see why my Hilton hotel guest services recommended this genuinely authentic Mexican restaurant. The house margarita was over the top delicious. My fish tacos, cheese enchiladas and other food was amazing. Christian my server along with his assistant provided extraordinary service. They even...Read More
Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 51 personNo waitHighly recommendPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Glenda Johnson
Glenda Johnson -Google user
a month ago
This was my first time at Sadie’s and I was blown away! Everything, and I mean everything, was perfection! Our server, Nate, was so great. He knew exactly what we needed when we needed it. The food is EXCEPTIONAL!!! The support staff was friendly and...Read More
Dinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Suitable for all group sizesNo wait
Melissa Mendoza
Melissa Mendoza -Google user
2 weeks ago
This afternoon, I took a couple of my clients out for lunch on the patio. The atmosphere was great, the food was delicious, and the portions were generous. The service was friendly, and the staff was attentive to our needs, always serving with a smile....Read More
Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 53-4 peopleNo wait

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