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 Azuma by kymbanm
House miso soup is delivered promptly - even before I've ordered my meal sometimes ... so very nice if I've waited too long to head out for my meal. They also bring a nice cucumber and sesame salad. Chopsticks for all, if you need more traditional tableware, just ask!
You can choose to sit at the teppan grill tables and watch a wonderful show of fresh food preparation - they have skilled cooks at the tables, growing up in Japan, I'm a bit jaded on this - but they bring a smile to my face everytime!
You may chose to sit in the sushi bar - on stools or beautiful booths. Privacy or not - your choice :)
Teppan grill well prepared .... but my favorites are the 'chef special' sushis .... sushi w/ green chili, lobster, and other non-traditional ingredients ... my mouth is watering just thinking about it.
My second favorite is the hot rock beef: a very hot rock, raw beef, and the stuff to cook it yourself at the table .... the best cow I've ever had :)
Tempura batter nice and lite - but I'm not too sure I like the tempura potato (white one, not sweet one) that is part of the tempura veggies - otherwise I like all of the tempuras I've tried there. Leave a Comment Theme: Japanese/SushiPrice: US$21-30 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: San Mateo - North of MontgomeryDirections: North of the cheap Cinemart theater, west side of the street
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Range Cafe, location#3 by kymbanm
I have enjoyed everything I've ordered from here, but my favorite would have to be ...
The meatloaf - whether you order it in a sandwich, or as dinner entree - is better than Mom's!!! [so sorry mommy] It's juicy, but not greasy ..... tender ...... mouthwatering ..... yumminess. It's served w/ the veggie of the day, garlic mashed potatoes, and if you like greens .... listen carefully now ... order the side salad w/ the house rasberry vinagrette ...... that salad dressing is the main reason I go here ......... it's so addictive! Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 2200 Menaul NEPhone: 505-888-1660Directions: Located at Menaul Blvd. and Princeton, which is about two blocks east of University on the south side of the street.Website: http://www.rangecafe.com/
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 The bar at the Casa ...
early in the night by kymbanm
I will tell you, for a slice of the Terrirtory of New Mexico ..... go to Casa de Benavidez. The location is in the north valley - within the city limits but with all the feel of a country drive. The building is a traditional territorial style home converted to a wonderful restaurant with a pleasant outdoor dining area that even has a waterfall ....
The menu includes a variety of traditional New Mexico foods, prepared fresh in the kitchen for each order.
I can't narrow this down to one single dish. Everything I've sampled was worth the visit .. last time I shared an order of fajitas w/ a friend ..... by the time we had our sopapillas we were stuffed! Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 8032 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114Phone: Dining Room # 505-898-3311Directions: It's on north 4th, just south of Paseo Del NorteWebsite: http://www.casadebenavidez.com/ Other Contact: Carry-Out # (505) 897-7493
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I have been going to this restaurant since they opened a couple of years ago. They took time to redo the interior, and had local Thai Buddhist monks help by painting murals. They have a donation box for the local Wat, or Thai Buddhist temple by the register.
Their menu is practically a book! Page after page of choices ... when I can't make up my mind, I just ask my server for ideas. They will ask me a couple of questions, and end up bringing me a wonderful meal.
I love their Pad Thai - flavorful and filling... and each soup I have had the priviledge of ordering has been heavenly. I have to say my favorite thing every summer is the mango and sticky rice dessert . OMG! I have been known to just show up for that alone!
The orchids that decorate each plate has been cleaned appropriately as to be edible! I would never have known if AlbuqRay hadn't told me :)
Oh, and the Thai iced tea is a must!!!!! Leave a Comment Theme: OtherPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: least expensiveAddress: 4300 Central Avenue. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108Phone: 505-265-4047Directions: On the south side of Central (old Rt 66), about 1 block west of Washington :)Website: http://www.orchidthaicuisine.com/
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 The drive up menu at Los Betos by kymbanm
Cesar's isn't the cheapest in town, but it is the best! They have Carne Asada and shredded beef in the style I remember as a teenager - oh, I can't even begin to describe it! If you want a change, get this, they have they best Gyros in town! No joke!!!
This place used to be called Losbetos, but there was a smiliarly named place in town with a horrid reputation recently ... so the owner of THIS establishment decided he needed to completely separate his name from THAT reputation. So same food, same staff, just a new name.
I alternate between Carne Asada Nachos, Greek chicken platter, Gyros, shredded beed burrito and the machaca breakfast burrito ....
And you can't leave without one of their juices ..... my favorite is the Sandia (watermelon), and if I'm craving something sweeter the horchata ...... though I've been told the banana drink is also a bit of heaven ...... Leave a Comment Theme: MexicanPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageDirections: 5300 Lomas NE - On the corner of San Mateo and Lomas :)
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 www.parscuisine.com by kymbanm
The decorations are plush and rich. The servers are professional and prompt. The food is divine ........
Every evening between 1800 & 2100 there are bellydancing or musical events to entertain you as you dine.
Tonight we started with the dolmas as our appetizer, promeganite juice, tea and the special and the lamb shank.
The dolmas cut easily with a fork, and there was flavored olive oil for dipping. The meats were moist and flavorful. The bamati rice was rich and tastey.
The find of the night was a soup/stew I'd never tried before - fesenjoon. This is a walnut sautee in a pomegranite sauce .... what can I say, it was yummy :) Leave a Comment Theme: Middle EasternPrice: US$21-30 » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: 4320 The 25 Way NEPhone: 505-345-5156Directions: Go north of the big theater on Jefferson, just past the first light. Turn right. Go past Mimi's. You'll see it on the rightWebsite: www.parscuisine.com
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 Saggio's entry and
outdoor eating area by kymbanm
Despite this low cost service method, the food is wonderful, and the decor is fun. Murals and fountains decorate the restaurant. There are even interesting details in the dining room that tends to have the TV tuned into sports events. There are a few tables on the sidewalk outside, and I love to sit there and watch the world go by as I visit w/ my friends and eat to my heart's content.
The portions are so large, that if you don't share to begin with, you will definiely be asking for a take home box! Especially if you decide to order one of their heavenly desserts :)
I haven't had anything here that I dislike - so a favorite dish is difficult to define. I can say that I tend to order a 'pasta of the day' dish, or a 'panini of the day' sandwich.
The last time I was there, I ordered 'Frutta de Mari' (I think that's what it was called .... not really up on my Italian....). This seafood pasta was soooooooooo good that I made the appropriate noises while eating :) Leave a Comment Theme: ItalianPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 107 Cornell Dr Se, Albuquerque, 87106Phone: (505) 255-5454Directions: 1/2 block south of Central Avenue, near the University :)
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 Food Art at Fil-Am by kymbanm
The menu varies daily, depending on delivery and availability of ingredients. The only items you'll find daily are lumpia, pansit, pork and chicken adobo, and of course, rice :) Otherwise, the menu may have soups, Filipino BBQ, fish, or whatever they have fresh.
They also have a small market that you can purchase your own ingredients for home .... snacks too (including my favorite bannana chips, and a chocolate and bread thing called a yum-yum ...)
Fil-Am is also very involved in Filipino cultural events in our community, every weekend they have folk dancing classes for children and adults ..... and other events throughout the year :)
My favorite comfort food is pork adobo over rice. My mom used to cook it for special occassions when I was a kid, and it still holds a dear place in my heart, and my tummy.
There's also a desert drink that I love that has a gelatin w/ jackfruit and other bits, a layer of ice, cream, ice cream, whipped cream and topped w/ Ube ....... yummmmmmm :)
ADDENDUM MAY 2007: This wonderful place has closed it's doors ... sigh ....... I'm sad. Leave a Comment Theme: Eclectic/InternationalPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: least expensiveAddress: 600 Louisiana Blvd SE Suite APhone: (505) 265-4064Directions: On the corner of Louisiana and Trumball SEWebsite: http://www.fil-amnm.com/
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I love Greek food, and have been dreaming of heading to Morroco. This was a shorter trip as it's just a few blocks from my home :) I've been driving past this little unassuming place for months ... and today was the day I finally took the time to pull over and give it a try.
All I can say is ....... WHY did I WAIT so darn long????? This place has wonderful food :)
This particular little gen is hidden right on San Mateo, about 2 blocks north of Copper in a converted house. There is a mural, wonderful tin window fixtures, and simple tables. The mint tea was sooooo tastey on a cool day.
They are open for a few hours for lunch, and for dinner every day but Sunday and Monday. Wednesday nights will provide you with traditional guitar music, and weekend nights (Fri/Sat) will entertain you during the meal with BellyDancers.
I can't wait to go back ... take some pictures ..... and enjoy another wonderful taste treat from the chef :)
I had the Tangine Lamb ... I am not used to fruit and meat dishes ... but am sooo very glad I took a chance to try something different!
The lamb was flavorful and covered with cooked raisins, apricots, sesame seeds and more. The saffron rice was tender and a perfect addition to the sweetness of the maindish. The veggies were a smaller serving than I expected, but were actually perfect ... I had another meal or two left over by the time I was full!! Leave a Comment Theme: Middle EasternPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 513 San Mateo NEPhone: 505-255-5244Directions: On the west side of the street ...... about 1/5 blocks north of Copper.
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Unfortunately another of my favorite restaurants went out of business. Fil-Am closed on 2 Apr 07. I'll keep the tip since Rey said they may re-open on the west side.
We finally have a Filipino food restaurant again. It is one of my favorite kinds of food. Rey and Imelda Pena, and Cora Romillo are the owners, but the hostess, Bianca, runs the place (not really). It is a small market and cafeteria. The cafeteria is the US version of a "turo-turo" (point-point) food stand. Their catering menu is more extensive than the caferteria choices. You will not find friendlier people or better value for your dollar anywhere. You get two selections from the cafeteria plus steamed rice and/or pancit for $5.86 (including tax). "KAIN - NA" ( LET'S EAT! )
I can vouch for the pork estofada, marinated fried bangus, munggo guisado (bean soup) with pork, shrimp and ginger, chicken afritada, pork adobo, chicken tinola, buko pie and cassava cake. Leave a Comment
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