The Range Cafe
Call now
Call now
Website
Call
The Range Cafe
We are honored to have served the community for 28 years and counting -- whether or you are a local regular or a new friend, it is our pleasure to host you. We look forward to welcoming you to the Range! In the traditional style of the Range, we have a wide variety of New Mexican food, American classics and some inventive new twists, along with a from-scratch-bakery, an espresso bar, and creative cocktails, small lot wines, and local drafts.
Services
The original Range Caf was started in 1992 by Tom Fenton and Matt DiGregory in Bernalillo, New Mexico in a funky, 56 seat former gas station. In 1995 the original building was destroyed by a devastating fire. In 1996 the Range Caf opened in its current location and has been serving up "ordinary food done extraordinarily well" ever since.
We pride ourselves on our ability to provide exceptional hospitality. We go out of our way to ensure that every guest's experience is a positive representation of our culture. We want to provide our guests positive memorable dining experience. We believe in hiring for personality because happy employees equal happy guests.
Home on the Range LLC is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone, and applying the relevant accessibility standards. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities.
Reviews (22)
Perris F.
Perris F.
Jan 19, 2022
Report
The restaurant censors their reviews on other social media platforms.
We like the food at the Range. Just think they should be transparent regarding their customers reviews. Especially not deleting an honest review about a meal served.

We enjoy the Range, have eaten many times at 3 locations here in town. They do an outstanding job. One of our favorite places to take out of town visitors. Only had one hiccup with a pickup order but it's understandable in these times. It taught us to check orders (from any establishment) even if staff insists it's correct.
Z. Man
Z. Man
Jan 10, 2022
Report
A review I would have left 10 years ago for the original Range in Bernalillo might have said: Great atmosphere, amazing food, can't wait to come here again.
Today at the downtown Range I found myself saying, "why'd I come here?" The food is bland and stale. Oh well.
Anna M. Lucero
Anna M. Lucero
Jan 02, 2022
Report
My 2 friends and I met for breakfast.
Food was ok... We ordered mimosas after we ordered our meals. We were all blown away at the size of the drink! Receipt read JUMBO mimosa and yes it was! We were expecting a champagne size glass. I was told that the menu read jumbo. One drink would have been enough for the 3 of us. Not one of us finished our drink.
For a drink such as a mimosa, I feel that 2 different sizes should be made available to the guest. A little disappointed...
Jacob Son
Jacob Son
Dec 30, 2021
Report
Amazing place, delicious food, and incredible service. Owen was our server, and he was excellent. Very helpful and advised us on the best food. This is the place to come when visiting Albuquerque:-)
Lee M.
Lee M.
Dec 26, 2021
Report
Bad service! Manager on duty (12-26-21 in the morning) has no customer skills and does not care when something is pointed out to him.
Jamie Lloyd
Jamie Lloyd
Dec 18, 2021
Report
I ordered through doordash because i was too depressed to go anywhere and they made the food delicious. The staff was amazingly sweet. Im having a hard time in my life right now and they left encouraging words and sweet notes for me. That brightened up my day, that made me happy beyond words. Thank you guys, you dont know how much that meant to me. Thank you Claudia, Evan, Karla, Ashlyn, and Coflaly (sorry if i spelled your name wrong i think i did lol) this staff is amazing and sweet which makes the restaurant that much better. I definitely will be coming back because they help make me feel welcomed
Adele Martin
Adele Martin
Dec 18, 2021
Report
I get it, places are busy. We don't mind waiting when in a pleasant atmosphere. We waited up front to be sat only to have the hostess make us feel like intruders. After she threw down the menus we asked to be seated further in the dining room to avoid the high traffic area and the placement under a vent blowing cold air. The entire place was so cold that some of the servers and the hostess who seated us were in winter jackets. Our server was very busy and took over 10 minutes to acknowledge us, but was very pleasant and obviously busy. She stayed pleasant for the duration of the meal. We come in
Benjamin Cerveny
Benjamin Cerveny
Dec 17, 2021
Report
I had the Papas con Carne. Hands down some of the best Carne Adovada I’ve had, so juicy and tender it was amazing! Service was good and I would definitely recommend this place.
Tim S.
Tim S.
Dec 15, 2021
Report
Most of the time the Range has pretty good food, until covid.
Like all restaurants now these days, you pay more for less.
My issue is the queso and it is not the same unless I got something by mistake.
What I received more resembled a salad dressing than queso .
I realize sometimes you have to adjust or cut corners but for the increase in price...this is unacceptable.
Also on many on line orders, I have had an entree or dessert that has
missing in the order.
JMHO, but I think these issues should be brought up to the Range and the et al.
Joseph Panosi
Joseph Panosi
Dec 02, 2021
Report
Quirky place with great service, and the food was delicious. Had the eggs Benedict and a gooey pecan roll which I highly recommend!
Yvonne H.
Yvonne H.
Dec 01, 2021
Report
Went in this evening to see what they offer.
I'm not a meat eater but I did find a find a few things to try.
My other half chose a cheese burger with fries. I decided on the (pinto) bean burrito.
We both enjoyed looking around inside . My guy noticed the lighting fixture that was upside down. I can't believe he saw it before I did,lol.
The lounging cow was cute and the cowboy.
It didn't take long for our food to come.
My plate came with green rice ( I think it had Cilantro in it) and a side of Pinto beans. Hmmm... I actually thought the menu described the rice AND beans inside the
Sid Stanley
Sid Stanley
Nov 15, 2021
Report
Been going to this location for years now. The ambiance has always been relaxing with local art throughout the area.
The burgers are really good served up with their seasoned fries.
It's not so much the food but the ambiance that does it for me. Love this place.
Avram L.
Avram L.
Nov 08, 2021
Report
Imagine me and you, I do
I think about you day and night, it's only right...To think about the food you love and bite it tight
So happy together...Me and you and you and me, No matter how they toss the dice, it has to be. The only one for me is you, and you for me...
So happy together...:)
After trekking in, we enjoyed on their patio..."PLATO COMBINACIÓN DEL RANCHO"....from scrumptious juicy crunchy Yes, blue corn chile rellenos, Yes, hand rolled (one hand behind their back) blue corn...beef enchiladas, Yes, chicken tacos with a wicked spicy sauce in...hold! hold!!...blue corn tortillas
Kelly S.
Kelly S.
Nov 06, 2021
Report
Angel (A supervisor) was unprofessional and argumentative. Too early to hear someone have a power trip. It's just breakfast lady.
Kathryn Lueker-Eaton
Kathryn Lueker-Eaton
Oct 28, 2021
Report
I ordered 4 items directly from The Range Cafe, through their website, and somehow ChowNow delivered 2 Sushi orders.
When I tried to figure out what happened with my order, I was directed to call the restaurant directly. I talked to the manager, Angel, who acknowledged that she made my food but blamed the third party delivery service I nrever signed up for when I ordered. (I ordered directly from the restaurant, who rerouted the order through DoorDash, who subsequently rerouted the delivery through a third party delivery service, ChowNow.)
This wasn't just a meal, this was my kids' first night
Geoffrey Hatch
Geoffrey Hatch
Aug 12, 2021
Report
We were recommended by locals to go here for dinner. It is a quaint cafe with great food. There is plenty of parking in their lot. service by Alexis was professional, courteous , and efficient. Seems like we needed to get the table and booth cleaned up before we ate. The Mexican food was yummy. Recommend the key lime pie delicious. The menu has a good selections of meals. Good small cafe for local dining.
Lawrence C.
Lawrence C.
Aug 01, 2021
Report
The range never disappoints! I haven't found anything in the menu that I haven't liked yet! This is definitely a go to lunch spot for me! The service was great and they have a good drink menu as well. Even though I didn't have any dessert this time around I would highly recommend trying a beat claw! They are phenomenal!!
Nicole A.
Nicole A.
Jul 11, 2021
Report
Loved to eat at this cute restaurant!

Really disappointed that I can't seem to get the New York Strip and Eggs anymore..

Decided to try something new this evening. I had Huevos Rancheros w Xmas, my other half had a shredded beef Chimichanga w green. My husband was so thrilled by his Chimi and I was satisfied by my Rancheros.

However, I'll say the blue corn definitely was a turnoff.. it was quite soggy but also burnt at the edges. We both agreed that the pinto beans were INCREDIBLY bland.. we needed to season them ourselves.. no flavor whatsoever.

We'll try it again a different
Todd R.
Todd R.
Jun 19, 2021
Report
So we came here for breakfast. We have waited for 30 min now and no food. Finally after 40 minutes of waiting I asked for the manager. She stated today they only have two cooks. I felt sorry, it is hard for business to keep going when nobody wants to work. Waitress finally gave us some chips and salsa since we are waiting and waiting.
I have always enjoyed coming to the range. But is always the original in bernalillo. I have to say this one does not come close.
Food was bland, did not even taste good. Potatoes, hmmm... what do I say, they too were tasteless. Disappointed after waiting for so
Lisa M.
Lisa M.
Apr 30, 2021
Report
Sat on the patio and enjoyed the breeze. Service as a little slow but the food made it worth there wait! Ask for an extra glass of water because the green Chile has a kick! Try the prickly pear margarita too! The patio is not pup friendly
Teresa M.
Teresa M.
Oct 30, 2020
Report
I enjoy coming to The Range for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The food is always good and fresh and the chili is delicious!!

I'm currently sitting at the one in Cottonwood Mall the servers are all accommodating. Will be back for sure!!
Debra N.
Debra N.
Sep 18, 2020
Report
Freshly made? Very questionable. My order of meatloaf was completely over burnt AS SEEN IN PHOTOS PROVIDED. I was totally upset with my order that was brought to me. Honestly how can they say (freshly made)??? Not mine. I couldn't eat as much as I wanted to due to the dried out food on my plate as seen below.
I should of brought this issue up with the waitress, but she was very busy trying to organize seating for other patrons. My husband refused to give me the recipe. But I'm assuming this item might of costed about $12. So I told him if this happens again I will have him fix