Lava Rock Brewing Company

I like this place's aesthetics and the friendliness of the staff, they are consistent in making a comfortable atmosphere. Tyler did a nice job of serving me tonight, he's a sociable dude. Certainly would recommend this place for any occasion (football watching, bands playing, getting together with friends, and catching sunsets and mules during the summer).

A year ago I left a bad review for Lava Rock, that has all changed. Their food is great! Pizza is awesome! If you are not in the mood for pizza, go for the pulled pork nachos, also awesome! Cold beer and fast, friendly servers. If you read my old review, disregard it, they have stepped up their game!

It's a nice brewpub. Our server was excellent, but like many places in ABQ, it seems like they are short staffed. There was a guy there playing solo. Good pipes on him. A bit on the loud side if that is a hangup for you. I only tried the German style lager which was good. Amateur tip, if you are gonna get a growler, it may respond negatively to being left in a hot car. Food was good and for only being one server came rather quickly. They pride themselves on their fries. They are good. Kinda in 5 guys vein.

This place might be the only redeeming quality of my horrendous weak long work trip in ABQ. I won’t bore you with the details but I’ve never been so unimpressed by the culinary, social and entertainment options in a city and I travel most of the year. On to the GOOD. First off- what a good looking crew! The guys and gals that work here were all good lookin and personable which is always nice for a person alone away from home. The place was clean, aesthetically pleasing and located close to my hotel (less than ten minutes) Daisy made quick recommendations and I trusted her to piece together my meal. It always inspires confidence when a crew member is excited to tell me their favorite menu items. I opted for the Philly with green chilies and spiced fries, with a cold Petroglyph Wit beer. The beer was cold, crisp and true to a wit with hints of orange and coriander and that oh so calming cloudy color. These fries are what my taste buds will remember most. Just a hint of cayenne and battered- reminds me of my home pubs in Scottsdale, AZ. Thank you Lava Rock for lifting my spirits and restoring my faith in ABQ’s culinary scene! I am forever grateful.

After a relaxing massage at our favorite place we decided to come here for the first time, to our surprise the food was full of flavor, the beer was heavenly and the manager bought our first round, since it was our anniversary! So sweet, and very unexpected. Our server Chase was very accommodating. We will be back