Community Spotlight

A family-owned candy shop at 424 San Felipe St NW in Old Town Albuquerque, handcrafting fudge, chocolates, and New Mexican sweets since 1980 and famous for the blue rock candy that stood in for "Blue Sky" on AMC's Breaking Bad. Rated 4.6 stars with about 1,000 reviews and a beloved stop in the city's oldest neighborhood.

An independently owned coffee shop and breakfast cafe at 700 Tijeras Ave NW in Downtown Albuquerque, serving fresh, local, natural food with breakfast tacos, brunch plates, and made-to-order coffee. Rated 4.6 stars and a warm, pet-friendly gathering place in the city's walkable core.

The legendary Route 66 diner across from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque's University Heights, serving green chile stew, oversized cinnamon rolls, and New Mexican classics since 1971. Rated 4.3 stars with more than 2,000 reviews and an institution locals return to generation after generation.

New Mexico's largest indoor climbing facility, serving the Northeast Heights of Albuquerque since 1997 with 45-foot roped walls, auto-belays, bouldering, classes, and a welcoming community. Rated 4.7 stars and beloved by climbers of every age.

A classic walk-in barbershop on 4th Street in Downtown Albuquerque, serving the community since 2004 with old-school cuts, hot lather shaves, vinyl records, and a wall of rotating local art. Rated 4.6 stars and a beloved neighborhood institution.

A small-batch artisan bakery on Broadway Boulevard in Albuquerque's South Broadway district, famous for its green chile croissants, hearth-baked sourdough, and from-scratch French pastries. Rated 4.9 stars and beloved by weekend regulars.

A family-owned plant nursery on Lomas Boulevard in the Northeast Heights of Albuquerque, serving the Duke City since 1936. Rated 4.6 stars and known as a trusted, long-rooted destination for perennials, trees, native plants, and seasonal color.

A locally-owned specialty tea shop in Downtown Albuquerque serving over 100 tea varieties, custom loose-leaf blends, and tea gifts since 2006. Rated 4.7 stars on Yelp and known for its warm atmosphere and knowledgeable staff.

A locally-owned retro ice cream parlor in Albuquerque's Northeast Heights serving hand-scooped ice cream, thick milkshakes, banana splits, and creative sundaes. Rated 4.8 stars on Yelp and beloved by local families.

A locally-owned craft brewery in downtown Albuquerque with a cozy taproom, in-house brews, and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. Rated 4.7 stars and known for its sour program, vinyl nights, and community-focused space.

A locally-owned independent pet supply store in Albuquerque's Northeast Heights serving the community since 1971. Rated 4.7 stars with a massive selection of fish, reptiles, pet supplies, and a staff that truly cares.