Ancora Cafe and Bakery — Restaurant in Albuquerque

Review about the owner for potential performers and vendors:

Absolutely demeaning and condescending owner who does not know how to treat professional performers well, especially musicians. Didn't communicate clearly with any of the bands until the day of the show. Keeps pointing to a contract agreement that barely communicates expectations. "It's a cafe not a club", is not a valid reason to treat people so dehumanizingly especially when all other shows at the site have had varied expectations.

Understandably, the venue puts out a $5 cover but then acts like the band owed him for putting them on the bill when the band isn't even getting paid besides "food and drink". Maybe it's a favor for musicians trying to make it but not for a band that already has a major following and is being paid elsewhere professionally. This guy needs to learn how the business works and who he's working with before trying to put on shows. Absolute headache to work with and wasted a lot of our time.

It's a major bummer because the Cafes mission seems so counter to his negative attitude. I actually really enjoyed going there before this interaction. I also really hope the people who work there get what they need.

As far as I've learned, his reputation for being mean to other people is not limited to musicians and my band's interaction with him. I saw him talking to his own employees in the same condescending manner when she had a minor misunderstanding with the band. I don't know where to start with the irony of being a recovery center but that's what it...

Hey, fellow foodies! I just devoured the most incredible breakfast burrito from Ancora Cafe, and I'm still reeling from the flavor explosion!

The Star of the Show: The breakfast burrito, smothered in both red AND green chile (Christmas in my mouth), was absolute perfection. The tortilla was soft and fluffy, wrapped around a generous filling of scrambled eggs, savory bacon, and melted cheese with a side of black beans and garnish. But the real magic happened when the rich, slightly spicy chile sauces kicked in...

The Vibe: Ancora Cafe is more than just a great spot for grub - it's a community hub with a mission! With plenty of seating, you can cozy up and enjoy your meal while taking in the lively atmosphere. Be sure to check their schedule for live performances, ranging from poetry readings to open mic nights to game nights and musical acts!

The Service: The staff at Ancora Cafe are total rockstars! Friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about their menu, they'll help you navigate the options and find the perfect dish to suit your tastes.

The Verdict: If you're a breakfast lover like me or just looking for a delicious meal with a side of community spirit, Ancora Cafe is an absolute must-visit! Get yourself to this hidden gem and order that breakfast burrito - your taste buds will thank you! #AncoraCafe #BreakfastGoals #CoffeeWithAMission...

They charged me for stuff that wasn’t on the menu. After I asked about it, The lady taking my order apologized and expressed how she’s been trying to get the owner to fix it. I told her Im just going “eat” the bill and they gotta figure it out. After eating, the head chef acting like the owner, tried kicking me out because he was under the impression I yelled at the employees. His argument was this place is for addiction fighting people who are in training and that I should have read the signs displaying that info.

Regardless of what type of people they employ, a menu should reflect what your charging people and the staff should have the basic information to answer questions. Instead, he got extremely defensive and completely disregarded the problems that caused it. I told them to look at the cameras and hear what I said but it was to no luck.

As I walked out before it got physical, he sarcastically and extremely random, said something about Palestine. I believe he said this cause I look Arabic but I’m not sure. Overall, extremely weird place, weird way to handle issues, and a weird interpretation of my criticisms that ANY restaurant owner would agree is a...