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Nexus Blue Smokehouse · Broadway Blvd
blue-smoke bbq for your next gathering
Brisket and burnt ends by the pound, full racks of ribs and all the sides. Host your party in our Community Room, pick up a spread for the office, or let us deliver and set up at your venue.
Catering options
three ways to feed your crew
Private Events
Book our Community Room for birthdays, business gatherings, family celebrations and more, with food from our kitchen and drinks from our taps.
See room detailsPickup Catering
Order from our catering menu and pick it up at the Smokehouse on Broadway. Need chafing dishes and plates? Add them to your order.
How pickup worksDrop-Off Catering
Hosting somewhere else? Our team delivers your order to your event and sets up the food for you.
Delivery detailsPrivate events
host your event in our community room
An intimate party space for any occasion, with a TV and HDMI hookup for presentations or photo slideshows.
how the food works
- Sun – Fri morningGuests may be able to order individually from our regular menu, depending on group size and our ability to accommodate individual orders.
- Groups over 25Larger groups typically select from our catering menu for buffet-style service.
- Fri & Sat eveningsBuffet-style catering is required. We can't take individual menu orders during these busy service periods.
- Custom buffetBuild a buffet with 2–3 proteins and 2–3 sides from the catering menu.
Outside food policy
Outside food and outside catering aren't permitted for private events. Celebrating with a cake? Desserts such as birthday cakes are typically allowed, approved case by case. Just mention it when you book.
Space is limited, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings. Requests aren't confirmed until you hear back from our team.
Pickup & delivery
catering on the go
pickup catering
- Order from the catering menu below
- Pick up at 1511 Broadway Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
- Add chafing dishes, plates, cups and utensils as needed
- Pickup is available at both Nexus locations. Craving fried chicken? See the Nexus Brewery & Restaurant catering menu
drop-off delivery & setup
- Our team delivers your order to your event location
- We set up the food so it's ready to serve
- Fresh crispness of fried foods can't be guaranteed on delivered orders
Nexus Blue Smokehouse
the catering menu
Smoked meats are priced by the pound or piece; everything else by the half pan or full pan. A half pan of appetizers serves 10–15 guests and a full pan serves 20–30.
Nexus Smoked Meats
Includes BBQ sauce, onions, pickles & white bread. Plan on 1/2 lb per person for 1 meat, 1/3 lb per person for 2 meats, or 1/4 lb per person for 3 meats.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| BrisketPer pound | $34 |
| Burnt EndsPer pound | $38 |
| Burnt Ends Pork BellyPer pound | $38 |
| Pulled ChickenPer pound | $22 |
| Pulled PorkPer pound | $22 |
| Hot LinksEach | $8 |
| Chicken Leg QuarterEach | $7 |
| Full Rack of Ribs12 ribs, per rack | $40 |
Nexus Southern Fried Fish
Half pan 10 filets · Full pan 20 filets
| Item | Half | Full |
|---|---|---|
| Catfish Regular | $85 | $170 |
| Catfish NM Hot | $98 | $188 |
Appetizers
A half pan serves 10–15 · A full pan serves 20–30
| Item | Half | Full |
|---|---|---|
| Fried Okra* | $60 | $115 |
| Fried Pickles* | $60 | $115 |
| Fried Zucchini* | $60 | $115 |
| Chips & Pico | $22 | $44 |
| Nachos (Chicken or Beef)Choice of red or green chile | $44 | $88 |
| Nachos (Smoked Meat)Choice of red or green chile | $66 | $115 |
*Fresh crispness of fried foods can't be guaranteed on delivered orders.
Sides
| Item | Half | Full |
|---|---|---|
| Gumbo & Rice | $90 | $175 |
| Collard Greens | $66 | $115 |
| Beer Battered Fries* | $60 | $115 |
| Mac & Cheese | $66 | $115 |
| Add bacon or green chile | +$12 | +$8 |
| Pinto BeansChoice of red or green chile | $66 | $115 |
| Potato Salad | $66 | $115 |
| Smoked BBQ Beans | $66 | $115 |
| Coleslaw | $66 | $115 |
*Fresh crispness of fried foods can't be guaranteed on delivered orders.
Salad
Dressings: Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette, Ranch or Chipotle Ranch
| Item | Half | Full |
|---|---|---|
| House SaladWith dressing | $60 | $115 |
Breads
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| King Hawaiian Rolls9-pack | $6 |
| White BreadPer loaf | $6 |
serving items
Add-ons for delivery and pickup orders
Good to know
catering & events faq
Can we bring our own food or use an outside caterer?
Outside food and outside catering aren't permitted for private events. Desserts such as birthday cakes are typically allowed with approval on a case-by-case basis, so let us know when you book.
How many guests does the Community Room hold?
Our Community Room accommodates approximately 35–40 guests.
How much does it cost to book the Community Room?
The room fee is $160, with a $400 food and beverage minimum and an 18% gratuity. We waive the room fee for nonprofit organizations.
Can our guests order from the regular menu?
For events Sunday through Friday morning, guests may be able to order individually from our regular menu, depending on group size and our ability to accommodate individual orders. Groups larger than 25 typically select from the catering menu for buffet-style service, and buffet-style catering is required for events on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Do you deliver catering?
Yes. Our team delivers your order and sets up the food at your event. A 10% service charge applies, plus a delivery fee based on distance.
Can I pick up a catering order?
Yes. Catering orders can be placed for pickup at either Nexus location: Nexus Brewery & Restaurant on Pan American Fwy or Nexus Blue Smokehouse on Broadway.
How much food should I order?
For smoked meats, plan on 1/2 lb per person for one meat, 1/3 lb per person for two meats or 1/4 lb per person for three. A half pan of appetizers serves 10–15 guests and a full pan serves 20–30.
Do you have gluten-free options?
Gluten-free items are available, but our kitchen is not a gluten-free environment.
Ready when you are
let's plan your event
Tell us your date, guest count and what you're celebrating, and our events team will follow up.
events@nexusbrewery.com*Fresh crispness of fried foods can't be guaranteed on delivered catering orders. Gluten-free items are available, but our kitchen is not a gluten-free environment.
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After brewing the craft beer that helped make Albuquerque a destination for brew lovers, and after introducing New Mexican Soul Food, we didn’t stop there. Our second location, Nexus Blue Smokehouse, is for those that crave BBQ and those perfectly smoked meats. We opened Nexus Blue Smokehouse because we wanted to give diners the best barbeque in Albuquerque. We’ve spent countless hour perfecting this craft; we are masters at achieving blue smoke each and every time. We have every confidence in our ability to deliver Albuquerque barbeque that you’ll come back to time and time again.
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