Juan Tabo
1311 Juan Tabo Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112
Stufy's Restaurant — Home of the Stuffed Sopaipilla, authentic New Mexican food in Albuquerque, NM since 1968
Find Stufy's Near You
Two Albuquerque Locations
Looking for authentic New Mexican food in Albuquerque? Visit Stufy's on Juan Tabo or Candelaria for scratch-made chile, all-day breakfast and our original stuffed sopaipillas.
Candelaria
1107 Candelaria Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
About Us
Crafting Memories With Every Meal,
Since The 1950s
Welcome to Stufy's Restaurant, founded by culinary pioneers Ray Madrid and Lawrence Villanueva. Our journey began in the 1950s when Ray, then Head Chef at the Albuquerque Country Club, opened Mexican Maid restaurant in downtown Albuquerque. With a unique sopaipilla machine and cherished recipes, Stufy's was born in 1968, carrying on a tradition continued today by Paul Madrid and Lawrence Villanueva II since 1989.
Morning, Noon or Evening
Breakfast Served All Day
Huevos rancheros and New Mexican breakfast favorites whenever the craving hits.
Start with a satisfying plate of huevos rancheros smothered in chile and served with papas and beans—or enjoy one of our breakfast burritos and other favorites. Breakfast is available all day at both Albuquerque locations.
Featured Favorite
A New Mexican Breakfast Worth Waking Up For
Breakfast Favorite
Breakfast Burrito Plate
Smothered in New Mexican flavor
A smothered breakfast burrito served with papas for a hearty New Mexican start to the day.
Explore the MenuWhy Stufy's
The Most Authentic New Mexican Food in Albuquerque
Plenty of places say "New Mexican." Few make it the way we do. While others reheat canned chile and frozen dough, every plate at Stufy's is built from scratch, in house, the way it's been done since 1968.
Learn why neighbors choose Stufy's →Made in House From Scratch
From our sopaipilla dough to our red & green chile, everything is made fresh in our own kitchen — never canned, never frozen.
Learn more →Serving New Mexico Since 1968
Over 55 years of family recipes and tradition. We're a true Albuquerque institution, not a copycat.
Learn more →Real Red & Green Chile
Authentic New Mexican chile with real flavor and real heat. Order it Christmas and get the best of both.
Learn more →Two Albuquerque Locations
Find us on Juan Tabo and Candelaria — convenient, welcoming, and always worth the trip.
Learn more →Open Early, Six Days a Week
Breakfast, lunch, and everything in between, 7 AM–7 PM Monday through Saturday. No waiting until noon for great food.
Learn more →Order Online & Catering
Skip the line with easy online ordering, or let us cater your next event with bold New Mexican flavor.
Learn more →
Stuffed sopaipilla smothered in red chile and cheese
Reviews
Review By — Google
Richie B
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Super delicious! Stufys is an Albuquerque classic for a reason, great food, great service, and a relaxing atmosphere. The carne adovada in the #1 has amazing flavor and reminds me of home cooking, like when your grandma would hook it up! 😁
"Loved by New Mexicans
A Local Favorite for Generations
55+
Years Serving New Mexico
1,500+
Customer Reviews
2
Albuquerque Locations
Thousands of New Mexicans have made Stufy's part of their family traditions. Tried us recently and loved it? We'd be grateful if you left us a review — it helps more neighbors discover real New Mexican food.
Proud Community Sponsor
Supporting First Chapter Academy
Stufy's is proud to sponsor First Chapter Academy and invest in the next generation of New Mexicans. Giving back to our community is part of who we've been since 1968 — because great food and strong neighborhoods go hand in hand.
Learn about our community support →What are Stufy's hours?+
Stufy's is open Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 7 PM and is closed on Sundays. Come early for a full New Mexican breakfast or stop in for lunch.
Where is Stufy's Restaurant located?+
We have two Albuquerque locations: 1311 Juan Tabo Blvd NE (505-299-1860) and 1107 Candelaria Rd NW (505-344-1207).
What is a stuffed sopaipilla?+
It's our signature dish and the reason we're the Home of the Stuffed Sopaipilla — a pillowy sopaipilla fried fresh from house-made dough, stuffed with your choice of fillings and smothered in authentic red or green chile.
Do you serve red and green chile?+
Yes — both our red and green chile are made in house from scratch. Can't decide? Order it "Christmas" to get both on one plate.
Is the food made fresh in house?+
Always. From our sopaipilla dough to our red and green chile, everything is made fresh in our own kitchen — never canned, never frozen — the way it's been done since 1968.
Does Stufy's offer catering?+
Yes, we cater events of all sizes with bold New Mexican flavor. Visit our catering page or call either location to plan your menu.
Can I order online?+
Yes. Juan Tabo accepts online pickup orders through Clover. Candelaria is not yet available for online ordering; call (505) 344-1207 for help.
Are there vegetarian options?+
Yes — many New Mexican favorites, including cheese-stuffed sopaipillas and bean dishes, can be made vegetarian. Just ask your server.
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