Known for its Other, Sophia’s Place in Albuquerque, mexico/" class="ddd-auto-link">New Mexico became a destination for food lovers after Guy Fieri pulled up for Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Sadly, Sophia’s Place has since permanently closed its doors.
The restaurant was featured in Season 5, Episode 3 — an episode called “Not What You’d Expect” that first aired in 2008.
The Food Network segment “Guy Fieri Eats Shrimp Tamales in Albuquerque | Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives | Food Network” has been viewed more than 191K times on YouTube, giving food fans a taste of what makes this place worth the trip.
Being featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives is a major milestone for any restaurant. The show, hosted by Guy Fieri since 2007, has visited hundreds of restaurants across the country, shining a spotlight on the independent, owner-operated spots that define America’s food culture. For Sophia’s Place, the DDD feature put Albuquerque, New Mexico on the culinary map for viewers across the nation.
Although Sophia’s Place is no longer serving customers, its appearance on DDD remains a lasting tribute to the food and the people who made it special.
Status: Permanently Closed
Address: 6313 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone: +1 505-345-3935
As Seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Sophia’s Place was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 5, Episode 54 — “Not What You’d Expect” (aired November 24, 2008).
Cuisine: Other