Lindo Mexico Will Open New West Side Restaurant
The restaurant chain plans to build an 8,200-square-foot location at the Oxbow Center by late 2027.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Lindo Mexico will expand its Albuquerque footprint by constructing a new restaurant at 3937 Coors NW. The company also announced plans to remodel its existing location on Central Avenue.
Why it matters
The expansion follows consistent customer requests for a Lindo Mexico location on the West Side of Albuquerque. The company seeks to grow its presence while simultaneously upgrading its legacy site.
The new restaurant will span 8,200 square feet with an estimated development cost of $1.5 million. Additionally, the chain will invest $150,000 to remodel its current Central Avenue facility.
The players
Lindo Mexico
An Albuquerque-based restaurant chain established in 2002 that is recognized as the largest purchaser of Sysco products in the city.
Oxbow Center
A commercial development in Albuquerque that hosts a variety of retail and dining tenants including Olive Garden and Raising Cane's.
The details
The upcoming restaurant at the Oxbow Center will feature an interior and architecture designed by a Mexico-based firm, maintaining the brand's focus on authentic menu offerings. Other nearby businesses in the Oxbow Center development include Raising Cane's, 7 Brew, Olive Garden, and Sunward Federal Credit Union.
Timeline
Lindo Mexico was founded in 2002.
Construction on the new West Side location is scheduled to begin in October 2026.
The remodel of the Central Avenue location begins in November 2026.
The Central Avenue remodel is slated for completion in March 2027.
Construction of the new location is expected to finish in December 2027.
Market Landscape
The expansion reflects the broader commercial shift toward West Side development in Albuquerque, capitalizing on increased consumer demand in that corridor. This move positions Lindo Mexico to compete more effectively with other major chains already established in the Oxbow Center.
Residents can expect new dining options on the West Side once construction concludes in late 2027. Patrons of the Central Avenue location should anticipate temporary service adjustments during the planned spring 2027 remodel.
The takeaway
Lindo Mexico maintains its market position by balancing new development with upgrades to its established locations. Customers looking for authentic cuisine can anticipate a more accessible presence across the city by the end of 2027.
Further reading
For more on local commercial growth, see Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Abqjournal.
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