M'tucci's Provisions
/The first phase of converting the historic Jones Motor Company Building in Nob Hill was to provide a new and expanded space for M’tucci’s Provisions. After working in a small kitchen space (580 sf) that was formerly M’tucci’s Market & Pizzeria, the new space (1800 sf) will provide ample room for the production of M’tucci’s Breads, Pastas, Cured Meats, Cheeses, Jams and Shrubs.
The kitchen/bakery space at the old Market was only 580 square feet.
The new M’tucci’s Provisions was created from the former mechanic stalls in the building behind the main structure on Central. The former Kelly’s Brewpub had added walk in coolers for beer, which we will utilize. Otherwise the space needed a complete makeover. New ovens, mixers and other kitchen equipment was added to keep up with the demands of our restaurants and retail sales.
M’tucci’s Artisan Breads, which are made with natural leavening, are available at all restaurants and at most New Mexico Albertsons Markets. We make Sourdough, Whole Wheat, Ciabatta, Baguettes and Rye.
We make two soft cheeses in the new space, Burrata and Mozzarella, all available at M’tucci’s locations - both on menu items and for retail sale.
Using imported Italian semolina and an Italian-made machine with bronze-cut dies, we make nearly 1,000 pounds of pasta each week for our three restaurants. We partially air-dry them before cooking. Currently we make: Ravioli, Pappardelle, Spaghettini, Rigatoni and Campanelle.
A story in Thursday’s Albuquerque Business First had the following quotes about our new location:
“M'tucci's Restaurants is trying to replicate a night out in Rome in Nob Hill.
M'tucci's Bar Roma — the restaurant's fourth location — will bring an authentic Roman feel to the former Kelly's Brew Pub. Currently, construction is in its early stages as demolition just began. But come spring 2022, M'tucci's expects to have the ability to seat dozens at a new bar and hundreds in the restaurant."
Because of the property's landmark status, the exterior of the building will mostly stay the same aside from a new patio. The inside, however, will be a substantial change. The design will be "sharp, sleek and comfortable" compared to a rustic, industrial look that currently occupies the space. The M'tucci's partners spent about a week in Rome, trying to bring the feel of that city back to Albuquerque and incorporate it into the new restaurant. As an example, instead of a typical doorway, M'tucci's Bar Roma will have archways throughout.
M'tucci's will also build out a bar that will seat about 40 people. Throughout the restaurant, M'tucci's can serve 200-350 guests depending upon the season and access to the patio. In total, about 70-80 employees will work at M'tucci's Bar Roma. Haas expects hiring to ramp up at the beginning of the year.
Just to the south of the restaurant is M'tucci's Provisions, which is the new home of its production hub where all its meats, bread, cheeses and more will be made. Haas described the new production hub as a "chef's playground" with a larger space and new equipment. M'tucci's relocated the production hub from its Coors and Montaño location on the Westside.”
Stay tuned for M’tucci’s Bar Roma updates.
Give and Receive this Holiday Season
Available at all locations until December 31. Redeemable in 2022.
Weekend Specials
M’tucci’s Italian
Ravioli: House Made Ravioli filled with Chicken & Spinach, tossed with Pancetta, Mushrooms, Green Chile, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Cilantro Cream Sauce, topped with Shaved Parmesan & Crispy Shallots $23
16 oz Hand Cut Ribeye: Crispy Salt Water Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Balsamic Reduction $38
Pan-Seared Yellowtail: Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Artichoke, Sautéed Arugula, Lemon Caper Butter Sauce $27
Braised Pork Belly: Sweet Potato Purée, Local Oyster Mushrooms, Artichokes and Carrots, Red Wine Gastrique garnished with Pickled Onions $25
Weekend Cocktail
Violette Amethyst: Green Hat Gin, Creme di Violette, Coconut Cream Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice
M’tucci’s Moderno
6 oz Black Angus Filet: Salt Water Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Salsa Verde $34
Pan-Seared Branzino: Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Arugula, Roast Artichoke, Caper Lemon Butter Sauce, Prosciutto Powder $27
10 oz. Veal Strip: Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Braised Haricot Verts, Roasted Garlic Demi Glace $32
Weekend Cocktail
Señorita Claus: Deleon Tequila, Cranberry Ligueur, Cinnamon Syrup, Fresh Lime Juice
M’tucci’s Twenty-Five
Duck Risotto: Seared Duck Breast, Red Beet Mascarpone Risotto, Sautéed Spinach, Garnished with a Mint/Vanilla Oil. $21
Pan-Seared Barramundi: Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Grilled Escarole, Stem on Artichoke Hearts, Lemon Butter, Capers $27
16 oz. Hand Cut NY Strip: Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Broccolini, Smoked Blackberry Bone marrow Butter $29
Weekend Cocktail
Spiced Brandy Manhattan: D.O.M. Benedictine Liqueur, Bittermans Elemakule Tiki Bitters
Holiday Cocktail
Spiced Cranberry Mule: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Liquid Alchemist Spiced Apple Syrup, Gosling’s Ginger Beer, Fresh Lime Juice
Live Music for December & January at M’tucci’s Twenty-Five and M’tucci’s Moderno
Thursdays @ 6:30 & Fridays @ 7:30
December
12/3
RJ Perez @ Moderno
12/9
Jason Seel @ 25
Cali Shaw @ Moderno
12/10
Lani Nash @ Moderno
12/16
Kirk Matthews @ 25
RJ Perez @ Moderno
12/17
Jason Seel @ Moderno
12/23
Amy Faithe @ 25
Eryn Bent @ Moderno
12/24
?? @ Moderno
12/30
RJ Perez @ 25
?? @ Moderno
12/31
Jason Seel @ 25 7:30-10 plus DJ 10:30-12:30
Lani Nash @ Moderno 7:30-10 plus DJ 10:30-12:30
January
1/6
Cali Shaw @ 25
Jason Seel @ Moderno
1/7
Lani Nash @ Moderno
1/13
Kirk Matthews @ 25
Sloan Armitage @ Moderno
1/14
Eryn Bent @ Moderno
1/20
Amy Faithe @ 25
RJ Perez @ Moderno
1/21
Kirk Matthews @ Moderno
1/27
Lani Nash @ 25
Melissa Rios @ Moderno
1/28
Jason Seel @ Moderno
Thanks for reading. See you next Friday. Ciao!
