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Blades' Bistro Reviews List

Blades' Bistro

Chef-owned Blades' Bistro features innovative international cuisine known for its open kitchen, quality menu offerings, and attentive service in a casual, country setting. Specialties include London Steak, Grilled Lamb Chops, Paella, Chicken Francaise and Roasted Beets topped with Goat Cheese, Fried Calamari and world class French Onion Soup along with salad courses, daily specials, seasonal entrees, and homemade desserts. The owners are committed to use fresh ingredients and support their Local Farmers whenever possible. Look for exciting Wine Dinners pared with wines from regions from all over the world.

"Blades' Bistro is a classy blend of classic, whimsical; it is an oasis of sophistication thriving in Placitas. Everything about Blades' is nicer than you'd expect, in the best possible way. The dining room is refined and quiet and the exhibition kitchen classy."
- By Andrea Lin For the ABQ Journal

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101 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(101 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 101 reviews
5 stars
(55)
4 stars
(35)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(4)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(73)
  • fit for foodies(62)
  • special occasion(57)
  • notable wine list(41)
  • great for outdoor dining(38)
  • romantic(37)
Blades' Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Local Spot

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food is always wonderful. The chef is very creative and innovative. His Watermellon Gazpacho Soup is so refreshing on a hot day or any day.
Their staff is very welcoming and attentive.
We love to celebrate special occasions there."
Dined on 6/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A wonderful experience

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Dined on 6/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We live in Placitas and we are very lucky to have Blade's nearby. The food is always excellent as well as the service. Beats any place in Albuquerque and Santa Fe and Rio Rancho. Easy to find on the major road in Placitas."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 3 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Neighborhood restaurant with Cache

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We can always depend on the food being special and perfectly done, the people welcoming, the wine list stylish and dependable at a reasonable price. It's a very comfortable, upscale neighborhood restaurant."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Placitas Gem

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Dined on 5/31/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
""I love the relaxed feel of this place. I definitely would return to try more dishes. The crab cakes were amazing and my blackened steak was amazing. There were only 2 crab cakes for the appetizer--wish the server would've noted that when we ordered. Service was well-timed and friendly, wines were affordable.""
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Disappointing

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had dinner a year ago here, wonderful service and delicious meal; returned with party of five, not wonderful. Server was completely out of her element, did not know anything about the wine special they were offering other than "rose"; food auctioned off when delivered i.e. "who had the salmon ...", food quality poor - shaved parm with no taste, vegetables over cooked in too much oil, salmon that should have been sent back as it was a charred mess (our guest was too nice to complain), carpaccio with same tasteless shaved parm with too much oil. Space is very nice and comfortable but the quality of a year ago needs to be brought back."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our first time

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We just bought a home in Placitas so were excited to try this restaurant. It did not disappoint. We now want to come back and try some of the choices on the appetizer menu. Looking forward to more good dinning here."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

best ever

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Blades is always exceptional but this is one of the best meals we've ever had. Tender, sweet, perfectly prepared wild halibut with a miso glaze. Melt in your mouth succulent lobster tails. Yum! Like happy oral fireworks, that good!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Horrible

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Waited over an hour for our food and watched other tables being served who sat after us. The potatoes were flavorless and greasy. Our waiter said at a distance without coming to our table that our meals will be coming shortly. Was he hesitant to come to our table, as to not hear us complain?! I am not sure if it was an oversight by the waiter or the kitchen, either way, it left a horrible first impression. I will never be going back nor will I ever recommend Blades. At minimum I will let everyone know of our poor experience on Mother's Day!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 9 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Placitas' Destination Bistro

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you have tired of green chili cuisine, what better alternative than a lovely bistro meal of steak frites featuring New Mexico beef? Amazing! A charming Southwestern bistro tucked into Placitas's strip mall. Easy to miss off I-25, but a huge mistake to do so."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome place

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and service was outstanding...plan to return soon."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is a corner restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is a corner restaurant at the Merc plaza in Placitas, NM. Placitas is 10 miles or so north of Albuquerque, so you either have to live in or near Placitas or want to drive for this experience. Blades is small inside, but also has several outdoor patio tables if the weather is nice. Food is amazingly good, large wine list but small beer list. It's also not cheap, but worth the price for a special night out."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Fine once invisible dust wears off

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were seated promptly but it was literally 10 minutes before anyone came to our table. We had plenty of time to count and 1/3 of the tables were empty and there were plenty of wait staff - it's not like they were overwhelmed. We were just about to get up and leave when our waiter finally arrived. Too his credit he did apologize for the wait, which was nice, but nevertheless we had been thinking we were invisible for a long time. After our initial lousy impression, the service was good and the food decent. We may return if we are in the area but not worth making a special trip for."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
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Review 13 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We love this place just a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We love this place just a short drive out of Albuquerque. Feels like a mini vacation. My husband is crazy about the mussels and there are always beautiful specials. Great wine selections as well as a full bar."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 14 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Kevin sure knows how to cook!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Kevin sure knows how to cook! It's wonderful to have such a great restaurant so close to home."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful - as usual. We

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful - as usual. We are so happy to have this delicious restaurant in Placitas. The friendliness and service are as excellent as the food."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A delicious restaurant in

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A delicious restaurant in beautiful Placitas. The staff is so friendly and welcoming and we love eating at Blades."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great find!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fabulous food! Wednesday nights 1/2 price on bottles of wine."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This restaurant never fails

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This restaurant never fails to deliver. The paella and sole dishes this time were over the top excellent. Other favorites are the bistro chicken, roma pasta, salmon, and steak frites. We have gone there ever since it opened and have never been disappointed. Half-price wine night on Wednesday is a great deal, too."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic food. Bit noisy

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fantastic food.
Bit noisy if you sit in the middle of the room.
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Dined on 04/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 20 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best meal since I can remember.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Best meal since I can remember. Each of the three of us had different things and we all loved everything!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Hidden Gem

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Very friendly staff. Great food. Outdoor patio with flowers planted by owner. We've already been back for a 2nd visit as we like it so much."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Many special features above

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Many special features above are not rated because this was our first experience here for dinner only. Further - did not mark Kid-Friendly because only one child ( a baby that cried) entered with patrons during our visit. Again - dinner on a Saturday evening and a restaurant that has an evening ambience that does not seem to fit a kid-friendly pizza party. That is not a criticism - rather a statement about the type of restaurant this seemed to me - which for our dinner - was perfect.
Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and visit - would definitely recommend to others and return ourselves!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

one of our favorites! consistently

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"one of our favorites! consistently creative,delicious and great atmosophere! we love it..."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not worth the trip.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The place was empty and the waitress was sour. A mile goes a long way!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2009
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Review 25 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Been here before for breakfast

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Been here before for breakfast & loved it. Tonight went there with a reservation. Not one person said hello to me or my wife. Not one person acknowledged that we were there. Hostess was hugging & saying hello to others. Others were seated. Not us. Not sure why? My wife is Black. I'm Hispanic. We left. Spending our $ eating in Nob Hill instead"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2011
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Review 26 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I really want to go back to

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I really want to go back to Blades Bistro because I didn't order the right thing when our group went last Saturday night. My dinner was good, but it wasn't great, and I think if I went back and ordered something different, it would be great. Everyone in our party (there were 8 of us!) loved the restaurant and the ambiance and the food. I will definitely be going back! And hope to sit at the chef's table next time!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 27 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This has become our neighborhood

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This has become our neighborhood hot spot. Terrific food,service and gathering"
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 28 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everything was fresh and well-prepa

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was fresh and well-prepared and presented nicely. After a few visits where we thought the food prep and presentation were below their normal high standards, we were happy to see the return to excellence. We are very lucky to have this neighborhood gem!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2001
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was good. We went during

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was good. We went during Restaurant week, and thankfully the price was fixed. Otherwise, I think the prices are steep; and I wish there were more California wines on the menu rather than so many French selections."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
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Review 30 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I went for my birthday and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went for my birthday and put it in the request nothing is done for birthdays. The food was very good but the service was a bit lacking. We had to request water refils, drinks were slow in coming and the server walked away in the middle of our order with no explanation."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

superb food game burger was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"superb food game burger was unbelievable Paella outstanding"
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 32 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We have been to Blades 4-5

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We have been to Blades 4-5 times before and always enjoyed the food and had good service. This occasion was to celebrate our daughter's birthday and, fortunately, her dinner was very good. My husband's and my dinners left much to be desired. I had to send my steak back twice and even then it was not cooked to medium-well done as I had requested. Our service was fair and that is being generous. Overall, very disappointing and particularly when we have bragged about Blades food and service to our family and friends."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2010
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Review 33 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always an excellent meal in

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always an excellent meal in a wonderful friendly atmosphere."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 34 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great food and service, but

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and service, but it is so loud that conversation is difficult. Not a place to bring kids."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

V. good, could be better.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pleasant enough, food quite good, tho not unusual or inspired. For $22 plus entrees, I think they could do a bit better, although they do prepare fish,vegetables & salads v. well. The bread was miscellaneous pieces of unremarkable bread. Service was efficient but not thorough-empty plates were taken away quickly but empty water glasses were never filled.Wine selection limited. Don't order 1/2 carafe of wine: price-wise, you're better off w/ 2 glasses.We were there on a Tuesday night & the place was mostly empty. Weekends I know it is busier and more effort is made by chefs & staff. A nice neighborhood place but not fantastic."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2012
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Review 36 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Can't wait to bring our friends

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I discovered this restaurant through Open Table when searching for a fun place to go to for Valentine's Day. Living in Albuquerque, I thought it would be a new experience without having to make the drive to Santa Fe for the adventure. We were kindly greeted by the host, who we later found out is the brother of the chef. Having the family involved, makes it that much more interesting. The wine list was impressive and the waitress was knowledgeable. We didn't have the appetite for a big dinner, so we skipped the appetizer and just ordered an entree. My husband ordered the salmon, and I ordered the scallops w/ risotto. Each dish was distinct and delicious! We want to go back this summer to enjoy the patio."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My girlfriend and I went to Blades Bistro for Valentine's day. Very welcoming staff and atmosphere. Food was excellent. We will eat here again!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dinner at Blades' Bistro

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was delicious. Good wine list...Covered a range of options. Dining area was small but the layout supported good separation between the tables. Server was knowledgeable and provided good recommendations."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 39 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful food and great service.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful food and great service. Its a bistro so come and enjoy bistro atmosphere."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 40 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Blades exceeds tastebud expectation

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Blades Bistro is really a first class Resturant. Food was delicious with upscale flare. You won't be disappointed with tiny portions ether. The dishes served are generous in size, full of robust flavors. What an outstanding choice for a night out!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Rea;;y enjoyed this place.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"Rea;;y enjoyed this place. It was still cold outside;however, when it warms up the patio looking at the Sandia Mts. will be great"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 42 for Blades' Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very excellent service, food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very excellent service, food and atmosphere! Only con is that the tables were too close to each other for a not-very romantic feel on Valentine's day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blades' Bistro
Based on the average of (59) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
14 out of 14 recommend this product
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic