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New Albuquerque Food Hall Highlands Central Market to Open in 2026
Titan Development and Onset Hospitality partner on culinary and cultural hub in East Downtown
Published on Mar. 11, 2026
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A new food hall called Highlands Central Market is slated to open in 2026 in Albuquerque's East Downtown neighborhood. The project is a partnership between Titan Development and Onset Hospitality, and will be located on the ground floor of a Marriott Residence Inn currently under construction. The food hall aims to showcase local culinary talent and foster a sense of community.
Why it matters
The Highlands Central Market development is part of a larger project that includes a neighboring SpringHill Suites hotel connected to Presbyterian Hospital via a skybridge. This type of mixed-use development that combines hospitality, dining, and community spaces is becoming more common as cities seek to revitalize areas and provide amenities for both visitors and local residents.
The details
Onset Hospitality, led by hospitality veteran Jay Coldren, will curate, program, and manage the food hall. Plans include a diverse collection of chef-driven vendors, a full-service bar, outdoor seating, and cultural programming to celebrate Albuquerque's cultural identity. The partnership between Titan Development and Onset Hospitality suggests a strategic focus on creating a destination that caters to both visitors and the local community.
- Highlands Central Market is slated to open in 2026.
- Titan Development has developed over $3 billion in projects since its founding in 1999.
The players
Titan Development
A real estate development company that has developed over $3 billion in projects since its founding in 1999.
Onset Hospitality
A hospitality company that will curate, program, and manage the Highlands Central Market food hall. It is led by Jay Coldren, a veteran of the hospitality industry with experience at Time Out Market, Edition Hotels, and Dean & Deluca.
Jay Coldren
The lead of Onset Hospitality, a veteran of the hospitality industry with experience at Time Out Market, Edition Hotels, and Dean & Deluca.
Ben Spencer
The co-founder and partner of Titan Development.
What they’re saying
“We welcome the partnership and anticipate the addition of quality food options for visitors, nearby employers, and hotel guests.”
— Ben Spencer, Co-founder and partner, Titan Development (newsy-today.com)
What’s next
The Highlands Central Market food hall is currently under construction as part of the larger Marriott Residence Inn and SpringHill Suites development, and is slated to open in 2026.
The takeaway
The Highlands Central Market development represents a strategic effort to create a vibrant culinary and cultural hub in Albuquerque's East Downtown neighborhood, catering to both visitors and the local community. The partnership between Titan Development and Onset Hospitality suggests a focus on curating a diverse array of local food and beverage offerings, as well as programming to celebrate the city's cultural identity.
