Indian Pueblo Kitchen (IPK) has opened at Albuquerque International Sunport, marking the completion of the airport’s new food hall as part of its Dream of Flight terminal renovation. The addition brings the total number of new restaurants in the area to seven. New Mexico Piñon Coffee also began serving travelers in Concourse A, becoming the first of eight planned eateries for that concourse.
Mayor Tim Keller commented on the occasion, stating, “This City has always been a crossroads of culture, history, and tradition, and today we celebrate a milestone that honors that legacy. The opening of Indian Pueblo Kitchen at the Sunport is a meaningful tribute to the original stewards of this land. New Mexico Piñon Coffee adds another local staple to the lineup, bringing the best of our unique flavor right to Albuquerque’s front door.”
IPK is owned and operated by New Mexico’s 19 Pueblo tribes and offers traditional Indigenous dishes such as red and green chile stews and blue corn breads. The menu also features Kool-Aid fried pickle chips made with locally sourced ingredients inspired by Pueblo traditions.
“We’re thrilled to bring the Indian Pueblo Kitchen to the Sunport,” said IPK President and CEO Monique Fragua. “We hope it inspires guests to visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center campus and experience our rich heritage. We’re incredibly proud of the team that has made this vision a reality and can’t wait to share the spirit of Pueblo hospitality, one delicious bite at a time!”
New Mexico Piñon Coffee’s café in Concourse A aims to provide travelers with regional flavors as soon as they arrive at their gate. Company President Matthew Bregar said, “We’ve always been about sharing a taste of New Mexico with as many people as possible. Opening at the Sunport means we get to be part of so many special moments. It’s exciting for our team and our community.”
Yucca Outpost also opened in the T-Connector area, offering artisan gifts, Native American jewelry, local snacks, and Southwestern goods. This shop continues a family-run retail tradition started by George A. Cook in 1976; Nicholas Cook now leads operations.
“We’re proud to carry on a family tradition that celebrates New Mexico’s artists and spirit,” said Yucca Outpost co-owner Nicholas Cook. “Yucca Outpost brings together the old and the new — honoring our roots while creating something fresh and exciting for today’s travelers.”
Aviation Deputy Director Gary Gilliard noted, “This is a big day for the Sunport. We’re incredibly proud to welcome the first Native American restaurant at the Sunport and offer travelers an authentic taste of Pueblo cuisine. With the addition of Yucca Outpost and New Mexico Piñon Coffee, we’re not only expanding our local offerings, we’re creating a more vibrant, welcoming experience that celebrates our unique community.”
The completed food hall now includes Cheese & Coffee, Dunkin’, Flavor of New Mexico, Indian Pueblo Kitchen, Panda Express, Rush of Prana, and Teller Bar.
Albuquerque International Sunport is owned by Albuquerque’s Aviation Department and serves over 5.5 million passengers annually with nonstop service between ABQ and 32 destinations through eight major carriers.
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