Blackbird offers a steeply priced hot chocolate which holds its own. It contained milk that tasted like 2%, but may have been whole, just warmed but not frothed fully. It was topped with whipped cream and garnish which made the first few sips rich. Near the end of the cup, the chocolate flavor began to subside. I liked the environment, warm bricky hues with neutral splashes of color here and there. The chocolate chip crossiant they have is incredibly rich and delicious compared to other cafés offerings. It needed a little bit of extra time in the oven to warm in the middle. It was hard to cut with just the fork and I'd recommend knives to be provided as well, and I wound up using my fingers which brought shards of buttery pastry all over their table and cozy green bench (im sorry!) I cleaned it the best I could. Would definitely return! If you are hungry for something substantial to munch on, I would recommend a sit down place for hungry tourists and burquenos alike. I ended up paying $11 for the pastry and hot chocolate alone, but there are several breakfast places in that 13-20 per plate and drink range that offer that Instagram-worthy foodie.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

Very tiny cafe with limited seating inside and very little space to maneuver. I like the pastries better than the coffees. Was disappointed with the milk foam. My coffee making skills might be rusty but the foam texture was not right. It’s just hot milk. We got the nutcracker from the holiday menu and Jack rabbit. Nutcracker was overwhelmed by the almond flavor. Jack Rabbit was sweet with lavender aftertaste, not sophisticated or flavorful. The outdoor seating is actually the courtyard of the plaza shared by many stores. It’s nice and cute. Service was ok. The cashier took my order was friendly. I was told to wait a sec for our pastries. Then was asked to move away from the register by another person. It was a bit confusing for us firs-timer where to wait. Not the best experience I was hoping but it could just be not my day.
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5

ordered a traditional latte, and it was probably one of the best coffees I've ever had! it was lovely, just the right amount of sweetness and milk, plus the coffee taste was still intact and bright! the size was okay, I would have preferred if the large was a bit bigger. the servers were also very nice. my only issue is that flavoured syrup cost a whole extra dollar, as did dairy alternative. I understand an extra 50c, but a buck? as someone who is lactose intolerant, that really makes going out so much more expensive! but otherwise, I'd stop in again. it was great coffee, and the cafe itself was very colourful.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Vegetarian options
plant based options for sparkling drinks
Dietary restrictions
dairy alternative available, for +$1

This little nook of a coffee shop stole my wife and I’s heart. Yes, it sounds dramatic, but there is a romanticism that this little coffee shop holds. The decorations and art were amazing. The atmosphere was very welcoming and I could have stayed all day. The staff was sweet and helpful. The drinks were extremely creative and all sounded appetizing. I got the Black Bird Iced Latte which had Espresso, Red Chile, and Cocoa. The first sip was great but also very interesting. It took a couple sips for my taste buds to adapt and then after that, it was amazing. Espresso taste still present with the perfect amount of sweetness and spice. One of my favorite coffees I have had to date. My wife got the Roadrunner which she says is one of her favorites she has had as well. I definitely recommend this place and wish I lived closer. Great experience.

First off, the staff was friendly and attentive. I ordered the Bison hot; I couldn’t really taste the red chile, but it was delicious and velvety! The taste and texture was chef’s kiss Not as good as the Cottonwood or the Roadrunner though. The Cottonwood cold had subtle smooth lavender and honey flavor. Oh and the cinnamon on the cold roadrunner was perfect. Drinks 10/10. Environment 10/10. The lighting was relaxing in combination with the smooth jazz. There are options for beautiful patio/outdoor seating with water always available inside. Would recommend for both locals and out of town visitors. My kid recommended this place after studying here.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: Not sure
Curbside pickup: Not sure

When in Abq and if you’re looking for a local cafe definitely try blackbird coffee house. It is so convenient if you’re trying to start your day at the old plaza because it is right at the entrance of the plaza. If you’re dining in the cafe itself is quite small but the outdoor seating has a garden area so grab a table and enjoy the views. The cafe has a vibrant graffiti wall for your Instagram pictures. The numerous reviews this place has is absolutely true. Their coffee is really good. Try the black bird coffee which has a mild Red Chile flavor a must try if you like something different than your usual coffee. My friend tried Bison which was light and good start for the day. We also tried the cherry pastry which was so fresh.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10

Top notch place for flavorful coffees and tasty lemonades ☕ Good side pastries and snacks for your studying or reading pleasure‍ WiFi and plugs are a must and they check that box but seating is limited but worth nabbing if you can! Fantastic service too, really friendly staff!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Blackbird Coffee House
Recommendation for vegetarians
Somewhat recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Not sure
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free street parking
Parking
Recommend doing the street parking next to the park, free and close by!

Had a nice leisurely breakfast. We had the roadrunner, the desert willow, a french taco, and the blueberry cheese croissant. The drinks were smooth. You could taste the unique flavors of the drinks, but they weren't overpowering. The french taco had a very flavorful, savory filling with a fluffy pastry shell. The blueberry cheese croissant had the cheese and blueberry fillings divided, so it was easy to get a bite of one vs the other. The pastry was very fluffy with a light crispiness, and it was sweet but not cloyingly so. We sat outside to enjoy the fountain, birds, and flowers. It was a very relaxing morning.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10

If you love chai or aren’t that big fan of coffee, I HIGHLY recommend their tea lattes. They’re deliciously smooth. I also had their roadrunner coffee. It’s perfectly balanced, not spicy or too sweet. They warm up their pastries and will serve on a real plate if you order for here. I kept coming back here throughout my trip and will come again next time I visit.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Pastries, Cottonwood, Desert Willow
Wheelchair accessibility
Uneven brick pavement, small walkways with tables inside

The blackbird coffee is possibly the best cup of coffee I've had ever, the combination of caffeine , dark chocolate and chile is incredible and something I've never thought to put together. The green Chile quiche was beautiful , buttery egg based filling that just kept getting creamier as you kept eating , the cinnamon roll was comfort in a roll. I've only been in America for 4 days now, but this has set the bar really high
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: Not sure
Curbside pickup: Not sure

This place was absolutely adorable. I like trying coffee places in towns I've never been to. It's all Crow/Raven themed and desert themed. The drink I got was the Bison (iced) and it was full of flavor. It's inside a small courtyard with a fountain and lots of art galleries and mom n pop shops. I recommend both the raspberry tartlet and green chile quiche. My husband can't have caffine and they were willing to make him essentially a blood orange fog.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

Blackbird is super charming. Built in an old patio plaza, this cozy coffee shop feels like it could belong in Seattle. The coffee was very good, and their menu was quite large for such a small shop. The service was friendly, and the vibe was chill. I could see this being a regular stop when visiting Old Town. I would give 4.5 stars if that were an option. Blackbird was very good, but I think 5 stars should be reserved for perfection.

My personal choice for best coffee shop in ABQ (and I've been to many). I always order the Blackbird hot latte because it's my favorite, though my husband has branched out, and I've liked the drinks he tried as well. Sipping coffee in the garden outside the shop is a dream.
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Black Bird

THIS place! I love coffee drinks and normally I will go to different places and get one or two. I did that here but I came back and ended up with another of of the black birds it was so good perfect if you like a Latta that is slightly sweet but has more flavor then anything. So good!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5

Their blackbird coffee is a must try. It has a unique chilli kick to it. Very smartly curated drink!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Blackbird Coffee House, Black Bird
Recommendation for vegetarians
Highly recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Large vegetarian selection

We stopped for coffee. We drink ours black, so check other reviews for their special concoctions. Almond milk latte was good. The humble brewed coffee was served piping hot the way it should. Extra star for that. Pastry Apricot braid was a nice change from the muffins.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

This place has been a really awesome place to visit. The food is great, especially the quiche (spinach and green chile), the raspberry tarts, and my favorite, the blackbird latte. It's crazy how there is usually one person working the register and making the coffee for like 30 plus people all at once. They definitely deserve that raise.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

A cute and quaint coffee shop in the heart of the Old Town shopping district. I was recommended to try the cactus pear nectar iced tea. However, when I visited it wasn't available. I had my heart set on the prickly pear nectar and wasn't in the mood to have coffee so I left. But the pastries and coffee drink menu sound good. I gave 3 stats to be neutral as I didn't taste or buy anything.

Great coffee! Great pastries! Great service! I tasted the Road Runner, the Hot Chocolate, and the White Mocha. All were good. Best was probably the Road Runner. Merchandise is well priced and cool. Fun place. Easy atmosphere. If it’s not raining, outside is a good place to get school and work done. Inside is a little tight, but cozy. A place where you just instantly like the people.

Wonderful coffee shop so glad In stopped in. Great atmosphere. Staff was very kind & helpful. Fresh pastries, food, coffee & teas. Fresh & packaged ready to take home.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Green Chilli Quiche, Tumbleweed, Black Bird

Tumbleweed was amazing! Price is normal over priced coffee. Nice seating area cute coffee shop overall inside and out but inside gets crowded waiting for drinks. Will definitely come back on the next visit to try other options. Heard the other teas are great and baked goods are delicious
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10

A hidden gem in Old Town ABQ. It's a cozy cafe hidden between shops that serves a variety of sweets and coffee plus special beverages that they make on their own.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Pastries, Lavender, Cottonwood, Desert Willow

Tucked into a back corner in the middle of Old Town is a true gem. After the barista's recommendation, I ordered the Roadrunner Latte. With flavors of hazelnut, vanilla, and cinnamon, this oatmilk latte hit just right. I didn't order a pastry, but the ones in the case were certainly tempting. I enjoyed my drink just outside at the table in the cool of the shade.

The “Blackbird” coffee concoction is amazing! expresso, chili, cocoa!! a wild party in my mouth!! Amazing art everywhere- walls, cups, bathroom!! gorgeous patio area! great vibes!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Blackbird Coffee House

Pretty nice and unique taste coffee. The shared yard Is cute. Just if the people there can be more friendly, that'll be an all five star place.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Blackbird Coffee House, Lavender, Bison, Black Bird

It's a cute shop and service was fine (though they do prompt for a tip....for pouring coffee). But the coffee is Folgers. I paid $3.50 for a small, which would have been fair for a real cup of fresh coffee. But this is nothing but supermarket quality.
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

In the best way possible, this feels like going to a friend’s basement for coffee. This is a nice little coffee shop that’s hidden away, but well worth visiting. The patio area is nice and in the atmosphere is very welcoming. My only complaint is that the pastries are a bit expensive, around 8 or 9 dollars. Otherwise, great place!

Cute little coffee shop. Very busy though. Took forever to get my coffee. It was lovely though. Service was slow. But apart from that all good.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5
Kid-friendliness
Hot chocolates are available for the kids.

Love this little coffee shop. What a delightful little place. The staff were all very friendly. I purchased a blueberry scone and a hot apple cider drink. They were both delicious. There is seating inside but also a fun little courtyard with several table & chairs throughout so you can sit outside and enjoy the fresh air

Loved this cute coffee shop in old town. Love the ambience, drinks were amazing. I recommend trying the Blackbird coffee. Absolutely delish.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Blackbird Coffee House

We enjoyed a tasty latte and chai tea while sitting on a comfy bench inside their warm, cozy coffee shop. Don't miss it - It's at the end of the patio on the east side of the old town mall.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I can say that it is the best coffee I have ever had. I bought blackbird coffee, you should definitely try it, the atmosphere was very nice and warm.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Black Bird

A very nice coffee shop tucked away in the old town plaza. The coffee is great and the little bites to eat are pretty good as well. Nestled in a little court yard that's dog friendly and has beautiful flowers and a water feature. A great space to get away and work outside while enjoying a cup of joe.

Very good coffee and local tea options as well. Friendly staff, small amount of seating. You can park just outside (15minute time limit) or pay to park on the lot. Lots of art shops to see close by as well. Wifi available.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

Nice ambiance. Reasonable price. Food quality? We only bought the quiche since the food choices was very limited. But for sure the matcha peach cold tea was terrific :)
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20
Recommended dishes
Green Chilli Quiche

Cute and eclectic coffee shop located in the historic Old Town district of Albuquerque. Highly recommend the Black bird, the chili in it was unique but not over powering.
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Black Bird

Usually we have coffee and it is always good. Yesterday we were on a morning walk about. It was getting warm so we opted for lemonade. I had the prickly pear and my wife had the mojito flavor. Hit the spot!
Service
Dine in
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Beautiful little cafe in the old town shopping area. Located inside the courtyard there is plenty of seating outside and inside. The latte I ordered was tasty. The artwork on the walls, flowers in the garden and unique appeal of this place all add to the charm.

Very cute quaint little coffee place...even their birds are friendly! Make sure you stop in!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Pastries

Really cozy hole in the wall coffee shop. Very interesting and delicious delicate drinks and really delicious looking pastries. I ordered a sparkling rose water and a cotton wood tea which was enchanted earl grey lavender and cream. Beautiful and delicious.

The best outdoor seating in the area. The cafe is small and cute, and sits at the end of secluded courtyard with a central fountain and cafe tables nestled throughout trees and plants. They have great roasts, and their specialty drinks are fantastic.

This is the place to go enjoy some really good coffee. The Blackbird coffee (with Espresso, dark chocolate, red chile & milk) is so good. The bitter sweet is super yummy.
Service
Dine in
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I'm on vacation is refreshing and give you a nice wake up. Taste like a zappy ocean water from sonic. 8.0/10 Road runner 9.2/10
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Outdoor setting was delightful with so many flowers and bird feeders and a water feature. The coffee was super smooth, plenty of flavors and milk choices. The chocolate croissant was one of the biggest and most chocolate ones I've ever had.

An absolute must visit in Old town Albuquerque. Of all of the coffee shops I've visited in this state, this place is simply the best. The owner and her staff are very friendly and the atmosphere is quiet and relaxed. Their signature lattes

Very cute place and a simple menu! The atmosphere is relaxing and inviting. They even have a book exchange (how cute!) The coffee is GREAT tasting and so are the pastries. My husband got the (hot) Bison and I got the (hot) Roadrunner. We

Coffee was delicious! This cool little store has a lot of personality, which is great. I had their chile quiche and it was fantastic. If you’re in old town, and love coffee this is the place to go.
Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

The little courtyard this shop is nestled into in enchanting. But it was the incredible lavender simple syrup they made for my drink that was the highlight of my day. Great spot.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Such tasty coffee drinks in a beautiful part of Albuquerque’s Old Town. Large dog friendly patio area with several cute local art shops. Their blackbird coffee is so good, one of the tastiest coffee drinks I’ve gotten recently

Paid a visit during Christmas week vacationing at n New Mexico. If we not I could take this place back to Boston with me!!! My hot beverage was phenomenal and the cozy courtyard setting ideal. Brought home a mug to remember.

Friendship lasts forever. I got the friendship iced tea and my boyfriend got a honey bear iced coffee. The olive green and black color pallete is cute. I love it. But the floor is uneven therfore causing a wobbly table.

Great people run this place. I misplaced my glasses next door and they checked for me. Came in after driving back down to retrieve them and enjoyed the ambience.

Highly recommend! Chill artsy atmosphere. Employees are welcoming. Impressive coffee that is smooth and has lots of flavor. Barista knew what they were doing.

This place is adorable and smells SO GOOD. The blackbird was the best cup of coffee I have had in a long, long time.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

One of the most charming coffee shops I’ve ever visited. Unique drinks, adorable decor, and a delightful outdoor patio area. Very memorable spot.

One of my favorite places in New Mexico. Beautiful patio, great coffee. The food is pricey but extremely tasty. Cooked with love and skill.

The Black bird coffee is possibly the best coffee shop coffee I’ve ever gotten. I got it half sweet ands it was just right for me More

Our favorite Old Town ABQ spot hidden in a lush courtyard surrounded by local shops and a fountain. Highly suggest!

Great little cafe to take a break while checking out the old town. Beautiful patio just outside it
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I tried the black bird coffee with chili powder and its a must try!