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La Zenita on 1st Street<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In his immortal play Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare used two lines to convey that the naming of things is irrelevant: \u201cWhat’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet<\/em>.\u201d \u00a0 My friends Bruce and Loren Plata like to remind me that in Hebrew, the name “Gil” represents a “small goat,” an animal that definitely doesn’t smell quite as fragrant as a rose. \u00a0My retort, of course, is that “goat” is an acronym for “greatest of all time.” \u00a0So, relevant or not, names do have meanings and can provide a lifetime of notoriety. \u00a0 Most of us just hope our names aren’t something that can be made fun of<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

In Hebrew, the name “Zenita” means “gift of God.” Now, that’s one lofty name to aspire to. \u00a0Someone christened with that name would probably be expected to have pretty divine qualities. A restaurant bearing that name might be expected to serve food that’s heavenly. No, not manna and quail, but food that’s delicious and filling. \u00a0When I asked about the genesis of the name, the restaurant’s personable owner explained that the name is a play on two words. \u00a0First, it’s a play on “Zenaida,” her name. \u00a0Second, it’s a play on “cena,” the Spanish word for dinner.<\/p>\n

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Beautiful Mural on the Wall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You\u2019ll find La Zenita by turning north on 1st Street from Route 66 toward the convention center. \u00a0To your immediate right you\u2019ll espy the One Central ABQ building, a sprawling west-facing edifice with large glass windows that present some of the most enchanting views of Albuquerque\u2019s downtown high-rises. \u00a0A wrapped parking structure includes 423 covered, secure spaces.\u00a0 It\u2019s a short walk to the restaurant. \u00a0 If you had the great fortune of frequenting Urban Taqueria and later Tika Hut<\/strong><\/a>, you’ll be familiar with the location.<\/p>\n

You’ll also be acquainted with the colorful mural on the wall. \u00a0It’s the restaurant’s cynosure an intriguing image that pays tribute to the extraordinary and constantly evolving history of Mexican cuisine. \u00a0 The mural depicts the mesmerizing countenance of a beautiful indigenous maiden, maybe even the infamous Malinche herself. \u00a0Immediately below the maiden is a Muslim Dhow sailing the azure waters of the ancient world. \u00a0The mural was commissioned when the name on the restaurant\u2019s marquee read \u201cUrban Taqueria<\/strong><\/a>.\u201d \u00a0 It\u2019s an evocative spray-painted masterpiece that should inspire contemplation and discussion.<\/p>\n

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Small Menu But Big Flavors<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Despite the ostentatious mural, La Zenita is one of the most humble Mexican restaurants you’ll find in Albuquerque. \u00a0In that respect, it’s much like its owner. \u00a0Zenaida is originally from Zacatecas where she grew up on a small ranch in which her family grew much of the food they ate. \u00a0There were no sprawling grocery stores in her village so most meals were simple fare. \u00a0She learned to cook at her mother’s side and has imparted the value of hard work to her own children. La Zenita’s menu provides a glance into contemporary simple fare. \u00a0It’s good enough to have garnered the attention of my friend Michael Gonzales, operating partner of Rio Rancho’s Cafe Bella<\/strong><\/a>. \u00a0When Michael recommends a restaurant, you can bet it’s going to be good.<\/p>\n

Zenaida told me the most popular dish on the menu are the street tacos (barbacoa, al pastor, asada, chicken, ground beef, chorizo, birria, chicharron) which late-night downtown party-goers consume with gusto. \u00a0She pointed to a large pot simmering on the stove. \u00a0The night before that pot was full of posole which guests polished off. \u00a0The menu also includes burritos, quesadillas, tamales, tortas, gorditas, Frito pie and burgers. \u00a0For diners who lack tolerance for the hot stuff, there’s French toast, pancakes, omelets, hot dogs and even a pretty good club sandwich.<\/p>\n

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Taco Al Pastor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Zenaida also pointed out a refrigerator which she indicated was usually brimming with desserts: empanadas, coconut jello, cake and more. \u00a0Because the refrigerator was on the blink, she made biscochitos which were more than passable. \u00a0Over the Christmas season she offers tamales by the dozen. \u00a0Her tamale repertoire includes fruit-filled tamales brimming with sweet potatoes, pineapple and more. \u00a0Much as we were anxious to sample Zenita’s savory fare, we had hoped to sample some of the desserts which are gaining a reputation around savvy diners.<\/p>\n

Though we both had other entrees in mind, we had to sample at least one of the tacos. \u00a0La Zenita is a rarity in that it offers tacos al pastor<\/strong><\/em> with and without pineapple. \u00a0For us, “with” is a no-brainer. \u00a0The contrast of sweet pineapple and savory pork is a winner (even on Hawaiian pizza). \u00a0We weren’t quite as fond of the size of the corn tortillas on which the pork is generously piled. \u00a0Less than full-sized tortillas tend to provide no more than three or four bites worth. \u00a0No matter how good such tacos might be, we invariably want more. \u00a0Chopped onions, cilantro and a green chile salsa are provided on the side. \u00a0Zenaida told us the birria tacos (made with beef) are especially popular.<\/p>\n

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Torta De Barbacoa with French Fries<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

My quest continues for a torta de barbacoa nearly as good as the transformative torta offered by No Te Rajes<\/strong><\/a>, the exceptional Rio Rancho food truck. \u00a0Zenita’s version, while good, lacked the richness and moistness of my favorite torta de barbacoa<\/strong><\/em>. \u00a0Garnished with lettuce, tomato and avocado and served with a side of French fries, the torta was a handful. \u00a0The bolillo bread on which the torta was constructed was soft and pliable. \u00a0It fell apart easily, but that’s what forks are for. \u00a0The fries are out-of-a-bag but improved vastly with the salsa.<\/p>\n

My Kim may be the only person in New Mexico who would visit a Mexican restaurant and order a club sandwich<\/strong><\/em> (ham, bacon, tomato, lettuce, mayo on toasted white bread). Club sandwiches gained popularity after being served at the World\u2019s Fair in 1904. \u00a0What sandwich aficionados consider the cornerstone of a club sandwich is its double-decker appearance: the third slice of bread in the middle gives the illusion of two sandwiches stacked on top of each other. \u00a0 On a plate it may look like a “Dagwood sandwich,” but you really don’t need a Guy Fieri-sized mouth to eat one. \u00a0When made well, it’s delicious simplicity. \u00a0Zenaida makes a great club sandwich!<\/p>\n

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Club Sandwich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

So, what’s in a name? \u00a0Should you happen upon La Zenita, you can be assured the name stands for a family owned-and-operated gem that offers simple, but delicious fare.<\/p>\n

La Zenita<\/strong>
\n1 Central Ave NW #B
\nAlbuquerque, New Mexico <\/strong>
\n(505) 910-0273
\nWebsite<\/strong><\/a> |
\nLATEST VISIT:<\/strong> 10 August 2024
\n# OF VISITS <\/strong>: 1
\nRATING: N\/R <\/strong>
\nCOST: $$ <\/strong>
\nBEST BET: <\/strong> Taco Al Pastor Torta de Barbacoa, Club Sandwich, Horchata
\nREVIEW #1414 <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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