Two Cranes Bistro & Brew Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Two Cranes Bistro & Brew, a delightful culinary destination nestled in Albuquerque's vibrant Old Town. This bistro masterfully combines the charm of a dive bar with a sleek dining experience, making it the perfect spot for casual dinners or fun evenings with friends.
The menu boasts an array of tempting options. Start your meal with a half dozen of their signature Buffalo Wings, coated in a spicy red chile dry rub, or indulge in the savory Chorizo Rellenos. For the main course, consider the Shrimp Scampi, where sautéed shrimp meet a rich white wine beurre blanc sauce, served alongside linguine.
Children are not forgotten, with a simple yet delightful kid's menu that includes favorites like grilled cheese and burgers. With attentive service and a warm atmosphere, Two Cranes Bistro & Brew promises an enjoyable dining experience for everyone.
Appetizers
Flautas
3 Housemade Pulled Chicken Flautas, topped with Sour Cream, Guacamole, Lettuce, Tomato & Sriracha.
Buffalo Chicken Strip With Fries
6 Handbreaded Chicken Strips tossed in Buffalo Sauce. Served with Fries & a Side of Pickles.
Pretzel Bites
Served with Spicy Queso.
Buffalo Wings
A Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Sprinkled with a Red Chile Dry Rub. Served with Buffalo Sauce on the Side.
Chipotle Wings
A Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Sprinkled with a Red Chile Dry Rub. Served with Housemade Chipotle Sauce on the Side.
Dr. Pepper Wings
A Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Sprinkled with a Red Chile Dry Rub. Served with Housemade Dr. Pepper Sauce on the Side.
Plain Wings
A Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Served Naked.
1/2 Buffalo Wings
A Half Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Sprinkled with a Red Chile Dry Rub. Served with Buffalo Sauce on the Side.
1/2 Chipotle Wings
A Half Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Sprinkled with a Red Chile Dry Rub. Served with Housemade Chipotle Sauce on the Side.
1/2 Dr. Pepper Wings
A Half Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Sprinkled with a Red Chile Dry Rub. Served with Housemade Dr. Pepper Sauce on the Side.
1/2 Plain Wings
A Half Dozen Bone-In Chicken Wings Fried Deliciously Crispy and Served Naked.
Fry Basket
Choice of Regular Fries or Sweet Potato Fries.
Chips & Salsa
In House Fries Tortilla Chips served with Housmade Salsa.
Elotes
Roasted Corn on the Cob, topped with Mayo. Cotija Cheese, Cilantro, Lime and Sprinkled with Red Chile.
Chorizo Rellenos
Two House Made Chorizo & Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Poblano Peppers wrapped in Egg Roll Shells and Deep Fried to Golden Perfection. Served with Creamy Green Chile Dip.
Side Of Fries
Flat Bread Veggie
Pesto, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Spinach, Artichoke Hearts & fresh Mozzarella Served between a Grilled Pita.
Green Cheese Burger
American Cheese, Green Chile, Bacon, Lettuce, Red Onion, Tomato & Pickles with a Green Onion Aioli.
Grilled BLT Stack
Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, & Dijon Mustard Aioli on Texas Toast.
Cali Burger
Avocado, Swiss Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion & Pickles with a Green Onion Aioli.
Philly Cheese Steak
Red Peppers, Red Onion, Housemade Spicy Queso & Swiss Cheese on a Hoagie Roll.
Prime Rib
Shaved Prime Rib, Sauteed Mushrooms, Caramelized onions, Green Chile, Swiss Cheese & Creamy Horseradish on a Hoagie Roll. Served with a side of Au Ju.
Robbie's Cuban
Red Chile Pork, Ham, Swiss Cheese, Pickles & Spicy Mustard served on a Hoagie Roll.
Turkey Melt
Sliced Turkey Breast, Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Housemade Guacamole, Caramelized Onions & Tomatoes served on Texas Toast.
Grilled Ham & Cheese
Sliced Honey Ham & American Cheese on Texas Toast.
Burger Impossible
Burger "Impossible" with American & Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato, Pickles and Green Onion Aioli.
Sante Fe Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Breast, Swiss Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Sauteed Mushrooms, Lettuce & Tomato.
Old Town Breads
Old Town Salads
Carolina Chicken
Southern Fried Chicken Pieces, Craisins, Candied Walnuts, Okra, Red Onion, Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese & Bacon Pieces. Served with Honey Mustard Dressing.
Grilled Chicken Ceasar
Grilled Romain Halves, Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast, Parmesan Cheese & Housemade Ceasar Dressing & a Side of Grilled Bread.
Spinach & Herbed Goat Cheese
Fried Prosciutto, Mandarin Oranges, Roasted Red Peppers, Red Onions, Pistachios & Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Side Salad
Grilled Ceasar No Chicken
Carne Asada Burrito Bowl
Marinated Carne Asada, Jasmine Rice, Black Beans, Housemade Pico de Gallo & Guacamole, Cilantro and drizzled with Sriracha.
Chipotle Shrimp Burrito Bowl
Chipotle Marinated Shrimp, Jasmine Rice, Black Beans, Housemade Pico de Gallo & Guacamole, Cilantro and drizzled with Sriracha.
Pollo Asada Burrito Bowl
Marinated Pollo Asada, Jasmine Rice, Black Beans, Housemade Pico de Gallo & Guacamole, Cilantro and drizzled with Sriracha.
Veggie Burrito Bowl
Assorted Veggies, Jasmine Rice, Black Beans, Housemade Pico de Gallo & Guacamole, Cilantro and drizzled with Sriracha.
Green Chile Stew
House Made Green Chile Stew voted Best of ABQ top 5! Ground Beef, Diced Tomatoes, Potatoes & Xtra Hot Green Chile. Topped with Shredded Jack and served with a Warm Flour Tortilla.
Protein Power Bowl
Jamine Rice & Assorted Veggies with Your Choice of Carne Asada, Pollo Asada or Chipotle Shrimp & drizzled with Sriracha
Old Town Bowls
Old Town Pastas
Green Chile Chicken
Roasted Pulled Chicken, Penne Pasta, Roasted Red Peppers & Chopped Green Chile in a Housemade Green Chile Cream Sauce. Sprinkled with Parmesan Cheese and served with Grilled Bread.
Shrimp Scampi
Sauteed Shrimp, Capers, Shallots, Garlic, Grape Tomatoes & Linguine in a White Wine Beurre Blanc sauce. Sprinkled with Parmesan and served with Grilled Bread.
Truffle Mac & Cheess
Honey Ham, Green Chile & Pasta Shells in a Creamy Parmesan & Truffle Mac Sauce. Sprinkled with Parmesan Cheese and served with Grilled Bread.
Vegetarians Only
Rice Noodles, Mushrooms, Snow Peas, Red Onion, Baby Carrots & Roasted Red Peppers in a Vegetarian Ginger Broth. *Note, not enough broth to be a soup, more like a sauce*
Steak Enchiladas
Marianted Carne Asada & Cheese Enchiladas, with your Choice of Red, Green or Christmas. Served with Papas & Beans. Served with a Garnish of Shaved Lettuce & Tomato.
Rio Grande Smothered Burrito
Bacon, Papas, Black Beans, Scrambled Eggs & Shredded Jack wrapped in a Giant Flour Tortilla and smother in your choice of Red, Green or Christmas. Served with Papas & Beans.
Chicken Enchiladas
Pulled Chicken & Cheese Enchiladas, with your Choice of Red, Green or Christmas. Served with Papas & Beans. Served with a Garnish of Shaved Lettuce & Tomato.
Cheese Enchiladas
Cheese Enchiladas, with your Choice of Red, Green or Christmas. Served with Papas & Beans. Served with a Garnish of Shaved Lettuce & Tomato.
Huevos Rancheros
Flour Tortilla, Two Eggs any style, Shredded Jack Cheese and Smothered in your Choice of Red, Green or Christmas. Served with Papas & Beans.
Two Egg Breakfast
Two Eggs any Style, Bacon, Papas & Toast.
Old Town Breakfast
Kids Menu
Kid's Mac And Cheese
Served with Choice of Fries or Mandarin Oranges.
Kid's Grilled Cheese
Served with Choice of Fries or Mandarin Oranges.
Kid's Chicken Tenders
Served with Choice of Fries or Mandarin Oranges.
Kid's Shrimp
Fried Shrimp. Served with Choice of Fries or Mandarin Oranges.
Kid's Burger
Kid's Burger with American Cheese only. Garnish Available on request. Served with Choice of Fries or Mandarin Oranges.
Kid's Mozzarella Sticks
Served with Choice of Fries or Mandarin Oranges.
Kids Breakfast
Grilled Salmon
Grilled Salmon served Over Jasmine Rice, Sauteed Spinach & Blistered Tomatoes, dressed with a Pesto Cream Sauce & Served with Grilled Bread.
8oz Ribeye
Grilled 8oz Ribeye served with Sauteed Asparagus & Truffle Fries.