Tijuana Bar

The boyfriend and I were wandering through historic Corrales just for fun. Noticed this old school sign reading "Tijuana Bar" off Corrales Rd and popped in for a beer. This place is classic NM, it's like walking into a movie - an old creaky wooden door leaves you questioning if this place is even open anymore.. upon entering you greeted by a very pleasant barkeeper (didn't get his name). The bar easily sits at least 8, and there's some great bottles of local beer available, a sweet old jukebox (more of a charming antique) and an old piano which still works! The walls are filled with historical tidbits about the joint - from old photographs to great magazine reviews written about the adjoining family restaurant called "Perea's". I'd love to try lunch there! The barkeeper told us (this is as of March 2013) that the restaurant is open for lunch 11am - 2pm weekdays I believe. I'd call them to confirm. And bring CASH! We ordered a beer each and discovered we didn't have any cash only cards (which they don't take). The nice man told us he also takes checks (so cute!) or we could enjoy our beers and grab cash out of the nearby Wells Fargo atm if we like. I thought that was so nice of him! So we did just that. The dining room of this place is adorable and the patio is a super charming little haven off the dusty road out front.

This place is what I think of when I think old New Mexico. Maybe I've seen too many movies, but either way this a pleasantly gritty little spot off the beaten path. LOVES it and can't wait to go back!!! Worth the drive from Albs for sure. :)

I love this restaurant because the people there are so attentive. However, the food seems to have taken a decline. I would suggest a little more salt when preparing the food and homemade salsa. The chips need to be replaced. Super nice staff and great drinks and authentic atmosphere.

New Mexican cuisine served in a historic adobe. Friendly, family restuarant that is an institution in Corrales. Try the Carne Adovada and order the sopas. Only open for lunch and no credit cards cash only.