Duran's Central Pharmacy – Mexican
Tucked behind the shelves of a bustling neighborhood drugstore, this iconic lunch counter hums with the nostalgic charm of a bygone era and the irresistible aroma of slow-simmered red chile. Diners crowd the vinyl stools to savor tender carne adovada and hand-rolled tamales, where the steam from hearty bowls of pozole and the warmth of freshly pressed tortillas create a soulful, unpretentious sanctuary. It is a vibrant celebration of authentic New Mexican flavors, where every plate captures the essence of home-cooked tradition amidst the lively clatter of a busy open kitchen.
1815, Central Avenue Northwest, Albuquerque, NM, 87104 https://duransrx.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Dairy-Free at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Adovada, Tacos and Stuffed Sopapillas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carne Adovada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tacos, Stuffed Sopapillas and Remedy Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Remedy Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Remedy Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tacos and Remedy Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tacos, Stuffed Sopapillas and Remedy Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Duran's Central Pharmacy
Duran's Central Pharmacy in Albuquerque has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tacos, Remedy Coffee and Burritos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Duran's Central Pharmacy
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Frito Pie | 96.7 g | 54 g |
| Tortilla Soup | 13.6 g | 21.8 g |
| Classic Margarita | 0.4 g | 15.2 g |
| Carne Adovada | 27.5 g | 11.8 g |
| Wine | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Tostadas | 16.4 g | 8.6 g |
| Stuffed Sopapillas | 50.9 g | 8.5 g |
| Tacos | 18.5 g | 6.2 g |
| Burritos | 20 g | 5.4 g |
| Prickly Pear Margarita | 87.8 g | 0.9 g |
| Beer | 2.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Remedy Coffee | 0 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Tuesday
- 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Wednesday - Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Authentic, made-from-scratch New Mexican favorites featuring our world-famous red and green chile.
- Carne Adovada - $14.95: Slow-cooked pork in red chile Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamale Plate - $13.5: Made-from-scratch tamales served with red or green chile Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas - $12.95: Hand-rolled enchiladas with choice of chile Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burritos - $11.75: Freshly made burritos with choice of filling and chile Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos - $10.5: Authentic New Mexican style tacos Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frito Pie - $9.25: Corn chips topped with chile, cheese, and garnish Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole - $8.5: Traditional hominy and pork stew with warm broth Available at: dinner, lunch
Weekly Specials
- Tostadas - $11.95: Available Mondays and Thursdays Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortilla Soup - $7.5: Available Mondays and Tuesdays Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tamale Plate - $13.5: Available Mondays and Wednesdays Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Sopapillas - $14.25: Available Wednesdays and Fridays Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Hand-Rolled Fresh Tortilla - $1.5: Flour tortilla rolled to order with butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Classic Margarita - $8: House tequila and lime mix
- Prickly Pear Margarita - $9: Tequila with prickly pear syrup
- Mimosa - $7: Sparkling wine and orange juice
- Remedy Coffee - $3.25: Freshly brewed house coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Beer - $5.5: Selection of local and domestic beers
- Wine - $7.5: House selection by the glass
Frequently Asked Questions about Duran's Central Pharmacy
- Is Duran's Central Pharmacy dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Duran's Central Pharmacy has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Adovada, Tacos and Stuffed Sopapillas.
- What can I eat at Duran's Central Pharmacy on a dairy-free diet?
- Carne Adovada, Tacos and Stuffed Sopapillas carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Duran's Central Pharmacy have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tacos and Remedy Coffee.
- Is Duran's Central Pharmacy gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Duran's Central Pharmacy?
- Frito Pie, at roughly 54g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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