I've been in the restaurant upholstery business in Albuquerque for almost 30 years and have had lunch and dinner at every place in town and several that no longer exist. The Monte Carlo is the single best steakhouse in town. It maybe could use a bit of redo but that might also change the ambience. If you want light and airy go to one of the franchise joints for a second rate, smaller piece of meat and a waiter who'll tell you his name. Trust me, I grew up in a steakhouse in the midwest and know good meat.
Pros: great meat, old time atmosphere, involved owners
Cons: a tad dark
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