The Burger At This Restaurant In New Mexico Dates Back To 1922 And You Need To Try It

The Red Ball Café in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is famous for its historic Wimpy Burger, a local favorite since 1922.

When you are in Albuquerque and are craving a hamburger, there is one place you must go — The Red Ball Café. This small café may not look like much on the outside but it has been a part of this New Mexico city for decades. Not only that, but this restaurant makes one hamburger that locals and tourists alike love. In fact, this burger dates back to 1922 and many New Mexicans are hoping it never changes.

Welcome to the Red Ball Café. This restaurant in New Mexico has been a popular place to eat in Albuquerque since 1922.

Both the outside and the inside of this place to eat in New Mexico may not look like much. However, this restaurant stands out with its menu.

The Red Ball Café is home to the Wimpy Burger. This hamburger dates back to when this New Mexico café first opened in 1922. It is one hamburger that many New Mexicans have grown up eating.

The Wimpy is a fairly simple burger. In fact, it is simply a hamburger patty, bun, and signature Wimpy sauce. You can also add cheese for an extra charge.

You can order a Wimpy Burger combo that comes with two burgers, a drink, and home or ribbon fries. Or, you can order a single Wimpy Burger. A single burger won’t cost you a fortune either. You can order a single Wimpy Burger for less than $2.

If you want a much larger burger, you can try one of the many other burgers on the menu. The Grandpa’s Platter may become your new favorite thing to eat. It is an open-faced patty with cheese, your choice of red or green chile, and then topped with a pile of fries.

There is also an assortment of specialty plates that will give your taste buds a true feast. These plates vary from tacos and enchiladas to a bowl of beans and red chili.

Although, regardless of what you order, the portions are large and you will not leave hungry.

To learn more about The Red Ball Café and to view hours, the menu, etc., check out its Facebook page.

Have you ever tried the Wimpy Burger? Did you grow up eating this burger? If so, we want to hear all about it! Tell us about your experience in the comments!

After you’ve filled your stomach at this restaurant in New Mexico, how about a day trip in the Land of Enchantment? Here are 11 memorable day trips anyone can take from Albuquerque.

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