Trail Rider

Trail Rider, nestled in Cedar Crest, NM, is a delightful spot for pizza lovers and adventurous eaters alike. The reviews paint a picture of a welcoming atmosphere, ideal for unwinding after a day in the Sandias. Patrons rave about the delicious food, particularly the gluten-free pizza options which have garnered accolades for their crisp crust and flavorful toppings. Josh Speciale praises the unique offering of pickles on pizza, showcasing their willingness to cater to creative culinary requests. The menu goes beyond pizza, featuring build-your-own pasta dishes that appeal to diverse palates. Sheryl Arndt highlights their commitment to vegan options, ensuring separate preparation areas and utensils—an essential touch that underscores their attention to dietary needs. Breakfast burritos and plates, as noted by adam stewart, fill an important gap in the local culinary scene, giving customers a quick but satisfying fuel option. The ambiance is noted for being clean and adorned with local art, making it a pleasant dining experience. With compliments on dessert selections, including a tantalizing array of gelatos, Trail Rider stands out as a community-minded establishment that balances great food with exceptional service. Overall, whether you're a pizza aficionado or looking for a wholesome meal, Trail Rider promises a memorable culinary experience.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- No delivery
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Has live music
- Good for watching sport
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves comfort food
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves vegan dishes
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Family friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside

Josh Speciale

May 30,2025

What a great place to have in the area—perfect before, after, or during a day of outdoor activities in the Sandias. The food was delicious and the gluten free pizza crust was notable. They'll even let you get nasty and put pickles on your pizza.

Tony T

May 20,2025

Stopped on for lunch after the pumpkin patch in October. The staff was great and the food was fantastic. Nice clean place with cool art on the walls and nice atmosphere. Always glad to support local businesses who put forth effort and really care about their customers.

adam stewart

Apr 28,2025

I just want to take a moment and send a shout out to Trail Rider Pizza for stepping up and filling in the void the EM has when it comes to great breakfast burritos and plates. I urge you to stop in and give them a try. I am very critical when it comes to breakfast burritos and now having a local spot to order in and pick up on the way into town is amazing. And, they have pinion coffee on brew as well. The size, the taste, and the convenience is exactly what the EM has been missing. Thank you guys!

Sheryl Arndt

Apr 26,2025

Food and service are consistently good. We like that they have vegan options and they have separate prep areas, pans and utensils for vegan items. They have a nice dessert case that has mostly vegan-friendly desserts. We like their calzones and my husband has said the impossible burgers are better than regular burgers!

Lois Bradley

Apr 9,2025

Stopped in to try one of their gluten free pizzas and it was fantastic. We have the Taos and the favor was delicious. The crust - gluten-free- was the best I have tried to date. It was crisp with a slightly chewy center. 10 out of 10. And no issues or gluten reaction today. Perfect.

Arn Heggers

Feb 26,2025

Great service and even better pizza! This might be the best pizza we have had since moving to Albuquerque. The 12" pizzas are just the right size and loaded with toppings. Make sure to get the cauliflower "not" wings with the house made ranch! Almost everything on the menu can also be made vegan which is a rarity.

Lawrence Clark

Feb 24,2025

Been loving Trail Rider Pizza since they served out of a small shack in Molly's parking lot. They get better every year. Most excellent service, fun atmosphere, and mist importantly, GREAT FOOD. Check out some pics of the Cedar Crest Pizza - we chose the take and bake option and it was easy-peasy to cook when we were ready for our fresh, hot pizza!

Ms.T

Feb 11,2025

I have visited this place three times and I love it. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with a flare for reggae culture. The place is always clean and well kept. The staff works hard to make customers happy and the food is always yummy. Plenty of vegan options and many sweet treats to choose from. There is always live music, karaoke or an open mic event. Family friendly and ready to satisfy your cravings. Give this place a try.

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