5 Best Family-Friendly Cafes in Downtown, Albuquerque NM
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 cafes in Downtown, Albuquerque NM considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers cafes in Downtown Albuquerque, NM that Google lists as family friendly. The businesses are ranked by Google rating, and five qualifying cafes were considered. Each entry uses the listed hours, price range, address and attributes, along with what reviewers mention. It is meant for parents and families looking for a casual place to stop, and the descriptions stick to what the listings and reviews report.
#1
Little Bear Coffee at Civic Plaza- Downtown
★ 4.8 (279 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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A coffee shop rated 4.8 from 279 reviews, open daily from 7 am to 3 pm at 330 Tijeras Ave NW. Listed prices run from $1 to $10. The listing shows dine-in, takeaway, breakfast, vegan and vegetarian options, Wi-Fi, and wheelchair-accessible seating and restrooms. Reviewers mention the Little Bear Iced Latte, a green chile burrito, a matcha latte with oat and honey, and a friendly barista. One reviewer said a line formed during a nearby convention, but the wait was worth it.
Best for: Morning coffee and breakfast with a casual feel
- Address
- 330 Tijeras Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–3 pm
#2
Burning Daylight Coffee Co.
★ 4.7 (327 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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A coffee shop rated 4.7 from 327 reviews at 800 3rd St NW, with prices listed from $10 to $20. Hours run from 6:30 am on weekdays to 3 am on Saturdays. The listing includes outdoor seating, kerbside pickup, breakfast, brunch, lunch, dessert, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom. Reviewers mention the banana bread latte, the chocolate strawberry latte, a cortado, and the interior design. Several said the staff were friendly and helpful.
Best for: Brunch and outdoor seating
- Address
- 800 3rd St NW Ste A, Albuquerque, NM 87102, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:30 am–7 pm; Mon 6:30 am–7 pm; Sat 8:30 am–3 am; Sun 8:30 am–5 pm; Thu 6:30 am–7 pm; Tue 6:30 am–7 pm; Wed 6:30 am–7 pm
#3
Blackbird Coffee House
★ 4.6 (1,027 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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A coffee shop rated 4.6 from 1,027 reviews, open daily from 8:30 am to 5 pm, with prices listed from $1 to $10. The address is on San Felipe St NW. The listing shows outdoor seating, takeaway, dine-in, dessert, vegan and vegetarian options, Wi-Fi, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating. Reviewers mention the Blackbird Latte, the Brown Bear Latte, a gluten-free chocolate cake, scones, and weekend croffles. Some noted service was slow during a busy Saturday.
Best for: Large seating area and a wide drink menu
- Address
- 206 1/2, 206, 8 San Felipe St NW 2 Suite, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
- Hours
- daily 8:30 am–5 pm
#4
Old town kokopelli cafe
★ 4.9 (94 Google reviews)Cafe$1–10 per person
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A cafe rated 4.9 from 94 reviews at 422 San Felipe St NW, with prices listed from $1 to $10. It is open Fridays and Saturdays from 11 am to 8 pm and on other days until 6 pm. The listing describes it as Indigenous-owned and women-owned, and includes outdoor seating, kerbside pickup, breakfast, lunch, comfort food and small plates. Reviewers mention the homemade ice cream with local flavors, steak quesadillas, a green chile cheesesteak, and fresh smoothies.
Best for: Homemade ice cream and lunch
- Address
- 422 San Felipe St NW c, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–8 pm; Mon 11 am–6 pm; Sat 11 am–8 pm; Sun 11 am–6 pm; Thu 11 am–6 pm; Tue 11 am–6 pm; Wed 11 am–6 pm
#5
Remedy Coffee ABQ
★ 4.5 (277 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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A coffee shop rated 4.5 from 277 reviews, open daily from 7 am to 4 pm at 1816 Lomas Blvd NW, with prices listed from $1 to $10. The listing includes outdoor seating, a fireplace, breakfast, dessert, vegan and vegetarian options, Wi-Fi, and restrooms. Reviewers mention the Cupid Cortado, red bean and green chili burritos, an oat cappuccino, and the barista's care. Some said the entrance was hard to find and that tables were not always clean.
Best for: Early opening and a casual cafe with a fireplace
- Address
- 1816 Lomas Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–4 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 cafes in Downtown, Albuquerque NM with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Family friendly”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Old town kokopelli cafe takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Burning Daylight Coffee Co. opens at 6:30 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Little Bear Coffee at Civic Plaza- Downtown ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 279 reviews. Burning Daylight Coffee Co. is second at 4.7 from 327 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Albuquerque NM are open late?
Burning Daylight Coffee Co. stays open until 3 am.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Little Bear Coffee at Civic Plaza- Downtown $1–10; Burning Daylight Coffee Co. $10–20; Blackbird Coffee House $1–10; Old town kokopelli cafe $1–10; Remedy Coffee ABQ $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Little Bear Coffee at Civic Plaza- Downtown, Burning Daylight Coffee Co., Blackbird Coffee House, Old town kokopelli cafe and Remedy Coffee ABQ.
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