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Evening Food Near the Albuquerque Airport
Delayed flight, late arrival, or a shift that ends when most kitchens have closed — here's honestly what's still open at Yale Landing, 1.2 miles from the Sunport.
What's Still Open
Getting Here
- Paletería
- Until 9pm daily
- FMV Brewing
- Until 9pm Wed–Sat
- Perico's
- Until 8pm weekdays
- Parking
- Free
Open latest
Paletería Cuauhtémoc runs until 9pm seven days a week — paletas, aguas frescas, milkshakes, shaved ice and snacks. It's the most reliable late option on the block.
For a drink
FMV Brewing pours until 9pm Wednesday through Saturday and 8pm on Sunday. Seven New Mexico beers, cocktails on local spirits, and a patio if the evening's warm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Eat before 8
Perico's closes at 8pm Monday to Friday and 7pm on Saturday, and is closed Sunday — so if you want a full New Mexican dinner, aim earlier. Order ahead for pickup if you're cutting it fine.
What's Here
Three Places, One Parking Lot
Mexican + New Mexican
Perico's Burritos · Tacos
Family-owned since 1982. Half-pound burritos, tacos by the six-pack, stuffed sopapillas, red or green chile.
Paletas · Ice Cream · Aguas Frescas
Paletería Cuauhtémoc
Handmade Mexican paletas, shaved ice, milkshakes, elote and aguas frescas. Open until 9pm every day.
Taproom · Wine · Coffee
FMV Brewing Co.
Seven New Mexico beers on tap, cocktails on local spirits, coffee roasted in house. Upstairs with a mountain-facing patio.
Common Questions
Good to Know
What food is open late near the Albuquerque airport?
Paletería Cuauhtémoc at Yale Landing is open until 9pm every day, and FMV Brewing pours until 9pm Wednesday through Saturday. Both are 1.2 miles from the Sunport.
Is anything open near the airport on Sunday?
Yes — Paletería Cuauhtémoc is open 12pm to 9pm and FMV Brewing 12pm to 8pm. Perico's is closed Sunday.
What's open right now near the Sunport?
Hours vary by business. Paletería Cuauhtémoc has the widest coverage — 11am to 9pm weekdays, 12pm to 9pm weekends.