Espresso Fino, a notable downtown Albuquerque coffee shop, has officially reopened on Gold Avenue following a five-year hiatus. Owner Greg Flores returned to the space after a period of travel to resume operations of the one-man coffee bar.
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Albuquerque, New Mexico · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Espresso Fino
IndependentNamed roasting partner: undisclosedSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Espresso Fino's site Established in 2014, Espresso Fino is a barista-owned and operated espresso bar located in downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico. The shop is documented for its commitment to serving certified organic, fair-trade coffee and its focus on traditional, expertly crafted espresso preparation. After a five-year hiatus, the business reopened in 2025 at its original Gold Avenue location. It is widely recognized as a local staple for its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality coffee service.
Ownership
Espresso Fino is an independent, barista-owned and operated coffee shop founded by Greg Flores.
Founded
2014
Roasting
Named roasting partner: undisclosed. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
Espresso Fino is known as a cozy, downtown Albuquerque staple recognized for its commitment to traditional espresso preparation and high-quality, fair-trade coffee.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes the use of certified organic and fair-trade coffee, but does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names. They offer a mix of espresso-based drinks and occasionally sell beans for home brewing.
Notable coffees
- — Espresso
- — Americano
- — Cortado
- — Latte
- — Mocha
In the news
Recent news and media coverage about Espresso Fino, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2025-07-08 · Albuquerque Business First
Award-winning downtown coffee shop reopens after five-year closure Sources used in this deep dive
- https://espressofino.com
- https://www.bizjournals.com/albuquerque/news/2025/07/08/espresso-fino-to-reopen-after-five-year-closure.html
- https://www.instagram.com/p/DMLHrZtScGq
- https://247wallst.com/special-report/2021/12/26/the-best-independent-coffee-shops-in-america/3
- https://www.coffeeken.com/espresso-fino
- https://www.espressofinoabq.com/
- https://www.bizjournals.com/albuquerque/news/2025/07/08/espresso-fino-to-reopen-
- https://espressofinoabq.com/
- http://espressofinoabq.com/reviews.php
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-26. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand mentions sourcing fair-trade and organic coffee, it does not provide specific details regarding the origins or farms of its current coffee offerings.