Tully's Italian Deli
San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque
Bar in Albuquerque, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Tully's Italian Deli is a practical daytime choice in Albuquerque when you want an Italian deli format rather than a full-service dinner plan. Use it for a casual lunch or errand-friendly stop; choose M'tucci's Bar Roma, Uptown Saggio's, or Amore if you need more of a sit-down restaurant occasion.
About Tully's Italian Deli
Tully's Italian Deli in Albuquerque is best planned around its hours: it is open Tuesday through Saturday during the day, with Sunday and Monday closed. That makes it a practical option to consider when your schedule calls for an Albuquerque stop before evening rather than a late-night plan.
The dress code is casual, its schedule runs from 9 AM to 5:30 PM Tuesday through Friday and 9 AM to 5 PM on Saturday. If your plans depend on specific menu items, service format, ordering options, or dietary accommodations, confirm those details directly before going.
A daytime Albuquerque option, not an evening plan
The recommendation is narrow but useful: consider Tully's Italian Deli when you need a casual daytime stop in Albuquerque. It is not a fit for plans that require Sunday, Monday, or evening availability, because its hours do not extend into dinner service.
For comparison planning, M'tucci's Bar Roma, Uptown Saggio's, Amore may be worth checking if you are weighing other Albuquerque dining options. If your outing needs a different format, Happy Accidents is another option to compare.
Where it fits in an Albuquerque shortlist
Tully's Italian Deli fits most clearly as a casual Albuquerque option with daytime hours. The key planning detail is the schedule: closed Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday through Friday from 9 AM to 5:30 PM, open Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM.
For broader planning, use our full Albuquerque restaurants guide if food is the focus, or our full Albuquerque bars guide if you are comparing later plans. For a wider trip, Pearl also covers other Albuquerque travel planning categories.
Planning details
- Location
- 1425 San Mateo Blvd NE a, Albuquerque, NM 87110
- Website
- tullysdeli.com/lunch-menu
- Phone
- +1 505 255 5370
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tully's reads like a neighborhood institution: unflashy, steady and purposefully untheatrical. Set on a commercial stretch of San Mateo Boulevard, the deli's identity depends on repetition—regulars who come for a consistent sandwich and a reliable counter interaction. The copy emphasizes durability over novelty, positioning Tully's as an alternative to the city's chile-forward scene rather than a challenger. The result is a straightforward, familiar place where the rhythm of service and the expectations of longtime customers set the tone, creating an approachable, lived-in atmosphere that rewards return visits.
Best For
This deli is best for routine visits and quick, ingredient-forward sandwiches—particularly the kind of midday stop that becomes part of a neighborhood's rhythm. The write-up centers on cured meats, cheeses and classic Italian-American preparations assembled at the counter, so it suits solo diners and locals who know what they want. It's not pitched as a destination for novelty or a formal meal; instead, it excels as a dependable option when you need a consistent, correctly proportioned sandwich and the familiarity of a place where staff and regulars know one another.
Ordering Tips
Pay attention to the unwritten menu: the piece explicitly recommends asking about what came in fresh and knowing which days certain preparations are made. Regulars’ habits matter here—learning the schedule for house-made items and trusting the counter staff’s recommendations will yield the best results. Treat the interaction like a conversation with experienced staff: ask what’s new, inquire about freshly arrived cured meats or cheeses, and order with the expectation that the familiar, consistent cuts and proportions are the deli’s main strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Mellow and friendly Italian vibe with great smells from bakery and deli.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
Planning details
Location
1425 San Mateo Blvd NE a, Albuquerque, NM 87110 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Amore, Notable alternative
- Uptown Saggio's, Notable alternative
- Happy Accidents, Notable alternative
- M'tucci's Bar Roma, Notable alternative
- Kimo's Hawaiian BBQ, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Albuquerque
Choose Tully's Italian Deli when convenience and a daytime deli format matter more than ambience. Amore and Uptown Saggio's are better fits when the group wants pizza or a more traditional sit-down meal, while Tully's is the simpler call for a quick Italian-leaning stop.
M'tucci's Bar Roma is the stronger choice for a dinner plan with more atmosphere. Happy Accidents is the clear cross-shop if cocktails are driving the outing, not deli food. Kimo's Hawaiian BBQ sits in a different lane entirely: pick it when the craving points away from Italian deli staples and toward a casual barbecue plate.
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Compare Tully's Italian Deli
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Tully's Italian Deli | Albuquerque | No published awards |
| Amore | Albuquerque | No published awards |
| Uptown Saggio's | Albuquerque | No published awards |
| Happy Accidents | Albuquerque | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #3182026 Pinnacle Guide2025 North America's 50 Best Bars · #882025 James Beard Award Semifinalists |
| M'tucci's Bar Roma | Albuquerque | No published awards |
| Kimo's Hawaiian BBQ | Albuquerque | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Tully's Italian Deli?
Tully's Italian Deli is in Albuquerque and has daytime hours Tuesday through Saturday, so confirm directly if your visit depends on a specific seating or ordering arrangement. M'tucci's Bar Roma is another Albuquerque option to compare for a different plan.
What's the crowd like at Tully's Italian Deli?
Tully's Italian Deli is open Tuesday through Friday from 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM, closed Sunday and Monday. Compare Amore or Uptown Saggio's if you are considering other Albuquerque options.
What's the best time to go to Tully's Italian Deli?
Plan around its hours: Tuesday through Friday from 9 AM to 5:30 PM, or Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM. It is closed Monday and Sunday. If you need a different outing format, Happy Accidents is another venue to consider.
Is the food good at Tully's Italian Deli?
It is best to check current information directly before making a special trip for specific dishes, prices, menu details. Tully's Italian Deli is a casual Albuquerque venue with daytime hours. M'tucci's Bar Roma is another Albuquerque option to compare if you are weighing plans.
Is Tully's Italian Deli good for a date?
It may work only if your date plan fits a casual daytime schedule. Tully's Italian Deli is open Tuesday through Saturday during the day and is closed Sunday and Monday. For a different Albuquerque outing, Amore or M'tucci's Bar Roma may also be worth comparing.
Is Tully's Italian Deli open late?
No. Tully's Italian Deli closes at 5:30 PM Tuesday through Friday and 5 PM on Saturday, it is closed Monday and Sunday. If you need a different schedule, compare other Albuquerque venues such as Kimo's Hawaiian BBQ.
