Gecko's Bar & Tapas – Spanish
Gecko’s Bar & Tapas hums with a convivial energy, where the air is thick with the savory scent of chipotle-spiced wings and the sharp, smoky heat of New Mexican green chiles. Friends gather around rustic tables to share indulgent plates of molten chorizo bleu cheese queso and golden-crisp buttermilk onion rings, creating a social dining experience that feels both effortless and bold. It is a spirited retreat where elevated comfort food meets a lively bar atmosphere, perfect for lingering over shared bites and vibrant conversation.
3500 Central Avenue Southeast, Albuquerque 87106 http://geckosbar.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Dairy-Free at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado or Egg, House Salad and Curly Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado or Egg, House Salad and Add Grilled Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado or Egg, House Salad and Basil Caesar Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Gecko, Reuben Sandwich and Triple Decker B.L.T.. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Tito's Handmade Vodka and Add Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Patron Silver Tequila and New Belgium Fat Tire Draft. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad and Add Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Gecko's Bar & Tapas
Gecko's Bar & Tapas in Albuquerque has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Curly Fries and Veggie Burger. 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 Gecko's Bar & Tapas
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The Gecko | 40.5 g | 60.8 g |
| Reuben Sandwich | 22.7 g | 57.6 g |
| Double Grilled Cheese | 9.7 g | 41.6 g |
| Geckos Chef Salad | 31.4 g | 31.9 g |
| Classic Patty Melt | 14.9 g | 31.1 g |
| Guinness Stout Draft | 1.7 g | 23.7 g |
| Nachos! | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Tito's Handmade Vodka | 6.1 g | 11.7 g |
| Half Pound Cheeseburger | 38.1 g | 7.9 g |
| Roast Beef with Horseradish Mayo | 18.8 g | 7.5 g |
| Triple Decker B.L.T. | 39.9 g | 7.3 g |
| Chorizo Bleu Cheese Queso | 13 g | 6.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 1:30 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests highlight the friendly and approachable service staff who create a welcoming environment for a casual dinner. While the dining experience is noted for its relaxed pace, reviewers find the menu offerings to be acceptable and consistent
Menu
Appetizers
- Buttermilk Onion Rings - $4.5: Lightly floured and fried crispy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Bleu Cheese Queso - $5.95: Chips and liquid cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Mexican Green Chile Cheese Fries - $6.95: Choice of red, green or Christmas chile Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Chicken Wings - $6.95: House buffalo sauce with choice of Blue or Ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curly Fries - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos! - $7.5: Chips, green chile, chicken, cheese, fresh salsa, sour cream, avocado, pepperoni black bean puree Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Quesadilla - $8: Ask your server about the daily special Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- Basil Caesar Salad - $5.95: Fresh romaine, basil caesar dressing, garlic bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Geckos Chef Salad - $8.95: Smoked turkey, feta cheese, garlic bread, veggies and greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $5: Fresh greens and veggies Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Chile Chicken Stew - $3.5: Cheddar cheese and grilled tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup Du Jour - $3.5: Daily soup selection Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Half Pound Cheeseburger - $10: 8 oz ground chuck beef, choice of cheese, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Eggplant Sandwich - $7.5: Artichoke spread and provolone on wheatberry bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben Sandwich - $9: Thinly shaved corned beef, bacon, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, marble rye Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $8: Whole grains on a Kaiser roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken & Bleu Cheese - $9: House wing sauce, breaded chicken, bleu cheese crumbles, Kaiser roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef with Horseradish Mayo - $9: Lettuce and tomato on wheatberry bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Patty Melt - $10: 8 oz ground chuck, grilled onion, Swiss on rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Dusted Grilled Pineapple & Ham - $9: Coleslaw on a kaiser roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Gecko - $9: Smoked turkey, green chile, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, mayo, Kaiser bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Triple Decker B.L.T. - $9: Three slices wheatberry bread, mayo, lettuce, tomato, bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Grilled Cheese - $7: Cheddar and Swiss, grey poupon, fresh tomato, wheatberry bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Halfwich - $5.5: Half BLT or grilled cheese with side (Available before 5pm) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: lunch
Beverages
- Big Sky Moose Drool Brown Draft - $4.5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- New Belgium Fat Tire Draft - $4.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Sierra Nevada Pale Ale Draft - $4.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Marble Red Local Draft - $4.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- La Cumbre IPA Local Draft - $4.5 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Guinness Stout Draft - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- House Wine Glass - $4.5
- Jameson Irish Whiskey - $5.5
- Tito's Handmade Vodka - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Patron Silver Tequila - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Add-ons
- Add Grilled Chicken - $2.5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Avocado or Egg - $1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Bacon - $1.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Gecko's Bar & Tapas
- Is Gecko's Bar & Tapas dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Gecko's Bar & Tapas has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado or Egg, House Salad and Curly Fries.
- What can I eat at Gecko's Bar & Tapas on a dairy-free diet?
- Add Avocado or Egg, House Salad and Curly Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Gecko's Bar & Tapas have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including House Salad and Curly Fries.
- Is Gecko's Bar & Tapas gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are 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 Gecko's Bar & Tapas?
- The Gecko, at roughly 60.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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