Duran's Central Pharmacy

A historic Route 66 drugstore soda fountain with good red chile and buttered tortillas.

In a town famed for its chile, the oft-thronged, cash-only lunch counter in the back of Duran Central Pharmacy serves up some of the best---red or green. Thin and pure of flavor, it’s the ideal match for thick, griddled homemade tortillas dripping with butter, which, in turn, make great packaging for the chile cheeseburgers. Although New Mexico soul food doesn't get much better than that,...

Posted on November 08, 2011. Brought to you by gayot.

Frommer's

Sounds like an odd place to eat, I know. You could go to one of the touristy New Mexican restaurants in the middle of...

Posted by Frommer's on November 03, 2011. Brought to you by urbanspoon.

Reminiscent of the 1960s

Average Rating

80

Eating lunch at this pharmacy cafe brought back nostalgic memories of pharmacy cafes in my hometown. The decor is fairly plain with tables and stools at the counter, but the ambience is comforting. We had the blue corn cheese enchiladas, which were tasty with a mildly hot green chile sauce and came with whole pinto beans. Lunch was a bit...

Posted by Alamotraveler on April 13, 2012. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Travelers' Rest Along Old 66

Average Rating

80

Our family of four (plus dog) makes the drive from Chicago to L.A. every year to visit the grandparents, and Duran is a much-anticipated annual stop. We prefer the serene, mellow vibe at Duran to the bustling feeding frenzy over at the Frontier (although we do enjoy the Frontier, too.) We always look forward to the chance to stretch our...

Posted by Square-on-Wheels on April 13, 2012. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Quaint, local favorite boasts an unbeatable New Mexican menu. Blue-corn enchilada plate is second to none, and the huevos rancheros (corn tortillas with eggs and chili) will have you coming back for more. The green chili is also particularly enjoyable. While you're there, be sure to check out their selection of specialty soaps.

Posted on February 20, 2010. Brought to you by 10best.

Located on historic Route 66 , this diner offers a small selection of some of the best New Mexican fare to be found in Albuquerque. This is a lively place that is always busy around lunch time. With a classic soda fountain atmosphere, this joint has you work your way through the aisles of the drug store to get to the dining area. The menu remains small as everything is prepared fresh, daily. ...

Posted on February 10, 2008. Brought to you by wcities.