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Best After Hours Place
Frontier Restaurant 2400 S.E. Central Ave., Albuquerque
(505) 266-0550
Located right across from the University of New Mexico, Frontier Restaurant is known for their great green chile stew, breakfast burritos, homemade tortillas and Frontier sweet rolls. Stop by whenever the cravings strike; this late-night spot is open seven days a week.
Best Cheap Date
Rio Grande Zoo 903 S.W. 10th St., Albuquerque
(505) 764-6200
Lions, and tigers and bears oh my! A day at the zoo is always a fun way to reach the inner child within.
Best Creative Date
Rainbow Ryders 11520 San Bernadino NE, Albuquerque
(505) 823-1111
Take a hot air balloon ride and enjoy the scenery over the beautiful Sandia Peaks and Rio Grande River. Balloon rides aren't just for the Balloon Festival - these rides are offered year round.
Best Place for a Laugh
Laffs Comedy Club6001 N.E. San Mateo Blvd., Albuquerque
(505) 296-5653
Laffs features America's hottest comics, five nights a week!
Feeling really daring? They also offer stand-up classes.
Best Place for Coffee and Dessert
The Flying Star Cafe8000 Paseo Del Norte
Albuquerque, NM 87122
Phone: (505)-923-4211
With over 8 locations to choose from, there's likely one in your neighborhood!
Best Place To Buy a Gift
Hey Johnnie 3418 N.E. Central Ave., Albuquerque
(505) 256-9244
Located in Nob Hill, Hey Johnnie carries a plethora of goodies for the home or office: boxes, jewelry, furniture, candles, incense, pottery and much more.
Best Restaurant for a Second Dinner Date
The Melting Pot 2011 N.W. Mountain Rd., Albuquerque
(505) 843-6358
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This is a two-hour food sharing experience and is best if the couple is pretty sure they like each other. Theres something very romantic about dipping and swirling on a date.
Best Restaurant for Lunch or Brunch First Date
Java Joes 906 S.W. Park Ave., Albuquerque
(505) 765-1514
Cozier than Starbucks and featuring live music on the weekends, Java Joes also makes all of their breakfast goodies from scratch.
Best Special Occasion Restaurant
Bien Shur 30 N.E. Rainbow Rd., Albuquerque
(505) 796-7788
Bien Shur serves up superb New American and Southwestern cuisine with a spectacular view of the Sandia Mountains.
TOP FIVE DATES
Dining In Albuquerque Catering Co.
6220 Edith Blvd. N. E., Suite G, Albuquerque
(505) 299-3999
They say a way to a man's heart is through his stomach; well, I've got news for you - it works with women too. Making your date a home-cooked meal with all the trimmings (candles, flowers, and champagne) says you really care. Kick it up a notch with a gourmet dinner prepared by a fine cuisine chef right in your own kitchen.
Massage ThisMark Pardo Salon/Spa
8001 Wyoming Blvd. N. E., Albuquerque
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(505) 298-2983
Escaping the busy urban life and spending a day being pampered is pure luxury, and it's even more memorable to share it with someone. Mark Pado Salon/Spa offers a couples spa retreat sure to impress. The sweet indulgence will be well worth the splurge.
Rock n Roll Under the Stars Journal Pavilion
1700 University Blvd. S. E., Albuquerque
(505) 452-5100
The Journal Pavilion brings the country's top rock'n roll and pop acts to Albuquerque every spring, summer, and fall. For a more intimate experience, buy lawn seats and spread out with a picnic under the stars.
Sittin On Top of the World Sandia Peak Tramway
Tramway Blvd., Albuquerque
(505) 856-7325
Albuquerques Sandia Peak features the worlds longest tram ride. Take the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway or climb the five thousand feet to the summit and watch the sunset from the terrace of the tram.
