Anytime I get to come to Rudy's when I'm in Albuquerque it's a great trip! I love the entire Vibe of this place with its casual menu centered atmosphere. Even the smell of the place with the open pit smoking away is something I look forward to. The buttered new potatoes were a new feature for me this time around and I'm a big fan. I highly recommend the creamed corn, turkey and brisket to anyone who's new.
Never had a bad meal at Rudys. This location has the best turkey breast of the 6 I've been too. Also has a fireplace on the porch which is really nice in winter time.
CL
Conneric Liu
Oct 13, 2025
Love love love. Came back twice on a 4-day trip to Albuquerque. Moist Brisket is amazing. The ribs, the pulled pork, the coleslaw, the smoked potato all amazing. We had some brisket that was a bit dry so we showed it to them and they promptly replaced it with moist.
Smells good when you walk in, cute atmosphere. Organization isn't great if you haven't been before. I tried this place before but I just don't like the food. This was my third visit, and it just didn't charm me. Sorry to the fans. I'm sure it works for you.
JG
Jason Gomez
Sep 29, 2025
I love this place so much that I opt to have my birthday dinner here than at any fancy restaurant anytime. The barbecue is amazing and their sauce is the best around.
For dinner, I typically order the half-rack baby back ribs, half lb. Brisket moist, and can't resist their cream corn! Ice tea fans will not be let down...their tea is the best in town and always fresh brewed, not overly sweet. I usually mix the sweet and unsweet teas, but that's my taste preference.
For lunch, I definitely recommend their baked potatoes! 1 or 2 meat choices, or plain...all are great, and a fair deal if you want an inexpensive but barbeque craving-buster. They are actually huge... enough to save half for a light dinner later. Most of my favorite local Albuquerque barbecue restaurants are sadly gone now, but Rudy's definitely fills the void for some great, smoky barbeque!