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Sadie's
Chips and salsa
Mentioned in many reviews as a standout starter; praised for being fresh, flavorful, and spicy with excellent chips, and often refilled quickly by attentive staff.
Sopapillas
Frequently recommended for being warm, tasty, and delicious, with some reviews specifically praising the honey topping and dessert versions with ice cream, fudge, and caramel.
Carne adovada
Repeatedly highlighted as excellent and flavorful, especially when smothered in red chile sauce; several reviewers called it fantastic or almost too perfect to eat.
Green chile
Praised across reviews for its bold flavor and ideal spice level, with multiple mentions of the green sauce being fantastic, top-tier, and a great match for New Mexican dishes.
Stuffed sopapilla
Recommended by multiple reviewers as a very good and delicious entree, especially the version with shredded beef and the one served with adovada.
Nachos
The massive full-order and small nachos were both praised for huge portions and satisfying flavor, making them a popular shared dish.
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
About Sadie's
Bustling, family-friendly eatery turning out heaping platters of classic Mexican fare & drinks.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Sadie's known for?
Sadie's is best known for New Mexican food, especially carne adovada smothered in red chile, sopapillas, and chips and salsa. Reviewers repeatedly mention the generous portions and say the food arrives hot and fast, which makes the specialty dishes feel like a strong value for the $10 to $20 price range.
What dishes are most recommended at Sadie's?
The most recommended items include carne adovada, enchilada dinner, stuffed sopapilla with shredded beef, Green Chile Tenders, and the massive nachos. Reviewers also call out the burritos, especially a burrito smothered in red chile, and the chips and salsa as standout parts of the meal.
What is the atmosphere like at Sadie's?
Sadie's has a casual, cozy, and trendy feel with table service, a bar, booths, tables, and a patio. Reviewers describe it as busy but welcoming, and it is a good fit for groups, families, dates, and solo diners who want quick service in a lively Albuquerque spot.
Is Sadie's good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the portions are huge and the prices are very reasonable for the $10 to $20 range. People often mention leaving with take-home boxes, which adds to the value when ordering dishes like enchiladas, burritos, or the carne adovada plate.
What should I know about wait times at Sadie's?
It can get packed, especially around dinner, but reviewers often say seating is quick and the kitchen turns food out fast. One review noted a busy Thursday evening with less than 5 minutes to be served, while another party of six was seated within 15 minutes.
Is parking available at Sadie's?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Sadie's have vegetarian options?
Yes, Sadie's offers vegetarian options.
Is Sadie's kid-friendly?
Yes, Sadie's is good for kids.
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