America’s Own "Spicy Ribs Heaven" in Albuquerque 🌶️🍖

Walking into El Pinto, the hanging dried chili strings instantly teleported me to a Southwestern fiesta—this place is a must-eat in ABQ, home to the *"3rd-best ribs in the U.S."*! 🤯 🍽️ What We Ordered: 1️⃣ Fiesta Appetizer Platter Half-rack "spicy" ribs (more smoky than fiery) Queso dip (cheesy, spicy perfection) Guacamole (so good it converted my avocado-skeptic friend!) 2️⃣ Combination Platter #3 (Staff pick!) Beef tacos (rolled, not folded—surprise!) Sopapillas (subbed for beans) —crispy, honey-drizzled bliss. 3️⃣ Posole Soup Plump, exploded corn kernels (like Peruvian mote!) in a rich broth. 💸 $40/person (but enough food for 3!) 🔥 Pro Tips: ✔️ Go hungry—portions are massive. ✔️ Dip ribs in queso for double the decadence. 🤤 ✔️ Reservations? Wise on weekends—their patio garden packs up fast! ✔️ Parking: Plentiful (a rarity!). 📍 10500 4th St NW, ABQ Open daily, but arrive early—even weekdays get busy! #FoodieFind #NewMexicoEats #Albuquerque #MexicanFood #SpicyRibs