Welcome to Duke City BBQ
At Duke City BBQ, located in Albuquerque, NM, we celebrate the heart and soul of barbecue with a menu that promises flavor and satisfaction. Our story is rooted in community, as seen in heartfelt events like John L.'s mother's funeral, where our brisket and pulled pork brought comfort and joy. Each dish, from the deliciously loaded 505 Stuffed Potato to savory combos and sides, reflects our commitment to quality. We embrace a welcoming atmosphere, allowing dogs and offering ample parking, making it a perfect spot for families and friends. Join us to experience barbecue that delights every palate, with flavors that resonate long after the last bite.
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5500 San Mateo Albuquerque, NM 87109 United States Hotline: (505) 308-8138
Welcome to the smoky, savory world of Duke City BBQ, nestled in the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico, at 5500 San Mateo. This cozy establishment specializes in offering a delectable array of BBQ sandwiches and plates, making it a prime destination for both locals and visitors alike.
Duke City BBQ has earned a stellar reputation for its expertly smoked meats and robust flavors. Patrons rave about their iconic brisket and Carolina pulled pork, with many noting the tender, juicy quality of the meats. As John L. shared in a heartfelt review, the restaurant played a significant role in celebrating a life, providing a mouthwatering spread for a special occasion. The package included all the essentials, ensuring a stress-free experience during a difficult time.
Beyond the meat, guests like Davaya L. and Julie R. have praised the 505 Stuffed Potato, a glorious creation piled high with ingredients like butter, cheese, and green chile, crowned with flavorful pulled pork. For anyone craving something unique, the Torpedo, a jumbo jalapeño stuffed with pulled pork and cream cheese, is a must-try! Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures.
Visitors also appreciate the variety offered on the menu, which includes options for sandwiches, combos, and BBQ bowls served over rice. Whether you're a BBQ connoisseur or just in search of a satisfying meal, Duke City BBQ caters to every palate. The mac and cheese and baked beans are standout sides, beloved by many, while some diners suggest sticking to familiar favorites when choosing side dishes.
- Ambiance: The restaurant offers a casual dining experience, with ample seating and great views of San Mateo.
- Accessibility: With on-site parking and a dog-friendly policy, it welcomes a broader audience.
- Customer Service: The staff has been consistently described as friendly and accommodating, enhancing the overall dining experience.
In conclusion, Duke City BBQ is more than just a BBQ joint; it's a community hub where flavors unite and memories are made. Whether you’re visiting for a quick lunch or a family gathering, expect to leave with a full belly and a smile. With quality BBQ and a warm atmosphere, it's a spot that deserves a place on your culinary map.
Just had Duke City prepare Bar BQ for 75 people for my mother's funeral. All of it was delicious, especially the brisket and Carolina pulled pork. The package came with all the utensils, paper plates and cups, ice tea and napkins as well as bread. Thank you for helping make our function perfect to celebrate my mother's life! Great job! John
The food was amazing aswell as the service. I ordered the loaded potatoe with pulled pork absolutely delicious with a sode of corn on the cob now this it wasn't particularly the best but wasnt the worst. Definitely will return
I've had Rudy's and Powdrells and Dickeys and Whole Hog. I've had Texas BBQ. I've had Mississippi BBQ. I've had St Louis BBQ. My point is that I believe I've tried a good amount of BBQ to know what I like and what's good. Duke City BBQ is great! From their listed choices of Brisket, BBQ Chop, Pulled Pork, Sausage, Turkey and Pork Loin I opted for the 505 Stuffed Potato with Pulled Pork. My potato was huge and loaded with Butter, Sour Cream, Cheese, Beans Green Chile and their super tasty and flavorful Pulled pork! The Green Chile had the perfect Heat level and every bite was perfect. No way I could eat it all in one setting! Our second selection was the BBQ Bowl with Pork Loin. A large bowl of BBQ beans and Green Chile Cheese Rice with a savory portion of Pork Loin. Mouth watering! We intended to end the meal with banana pudding but it was a swing and a miss. It was the only disappointing thing in our order. Having experienced authentic homemade banana pudding from my mother in law who was born and raised in Mississippi I am confident that a bowl of whipped cream with bananas thrown in is NOT banana pudding!
Been to Duke City BBQ about 4 times now. I have left happy and full each time!! The menu is short and sweet which I love. You can make it a sandwich, or a combo, get it on a baked potato or a bowl over rice. I partake in the combo myself. The sides are tasty as well. The mac' n cheese hits and the baked beans are filled with bonus pieces of pork! Tell me about the other sides if you have had them, I just find myself rotating between those two. The brisket is my go to selection for meat. I typically accompany my meal with a Torpedo, which I highly recommend. If you like jalapeno poppers, you must at least try one. It is a jumbo jalapeno stuffed to the brim with pulled pork and cream cheese, then wrapped in bacon. Honestly I feel like it could be a light meal on it's own. If you are looking for a new place get some bbq, check them out.
The food was beautifully moist and wonderfully delicious perfectly seasoned. Would definitely recommend going there.
Stopped by Dukes for a late lunch on a Monday. You must understand this is more of a " fast food" BBQ place than a " pits smoking outside smell the hickory" place. That being said, the BBQ was solid. We ordered at the counter, and in all we tried brisket, jalapeno sausage, the torpedo, the 505 potato and the beans. Very tasty!!! Of note was the 505 potato.... Just a big mound of deliciousness. The ladies at the counter were super sweet, and even gave us a little sample of sausage!!!! I thought it was a really good value as well!!
Stopped by for a quick lunch with a friend. The meats were delicious, well cooked. I also had corn, it was very good. And it was not too expensive, too.
Still enjoyable and tasty with decent serving size and great customer service. I've not been in the restaurant for a while, but it's a very nice spot with great windows looking out over San Mateo. They have lots of seating with both booths and tables. I highly recommend Duke City BBQ and will definitely be eating there again.
Great little spot! Food was delicious! I went with the 2 meat combo. I really enjoyed the turkey and potato salad. The pulled pork was only ok. I also added on a corn on the cob which was tasty. Check them out!
Went a few times to give my thoughts and review this establishment. On my first trip, I had the 505 Stuffed potato with brisket, which was amazing and very filling. I could only eat half and save some for another meal. My only concern was that I thought the torpedo was going to be bacon wrapped like the ones they advertised, but it's just a grilled pepper. On the next visit, we had the meat combo and ribs. The meat combo plate I got brisket, spicy bbq chop and sausage. The brisket is moist and not too fatty. The sausage was ok too, but I liked the green chile pepper jack more. The spicy bbq chop is very flavorful but a little bit greasy. The ribs we had the Dino ribs, which was huge and tasted like a beef roast. The Dino ribs had a peppery rub and nearly fell off the bone. I would come back for one of these. The regular pork ribs were very meaty, too, but not as flavorful as the dino ribs. Dipping it into the bbq sauce gives it all the flavor it needed. As for the sides, they are all pretty bland and nothing special. The bbq beans and potatoes salad are probably the best and safe options. I didn't care for the coleslaw because I wasn't a fan of the pineapple and raisins in it which was a surprise. The mac and cheese was very thick without much flavor.