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Bien Shur

Item: Bien Shur
Author: Steve Larese

Cuisine: American, Fusion, Steakhouse

Price Range: $$$

10Best Says

Dine in Southwestern elegance on the 9th floor of the Sandia Resort and Casino at the Bien Shur Restaurant, with incredible views of the Sandia Mountains. Bien Shur offers a beautiful dining room and top notch service, open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. Consider enjoying a drink and a Southwest Tequila Shrimp Cocktail on the rooftop patio to begin, with beautiful views of the swimming pool, golf course and mountains. White tablecloths and an enormous fireplace greet you in the inviting dining room. Entrees include a large variety of steaks and chops to choose from and a selection of sauces. Other enticing entrees include Mexican White Shrimp, Duck Tamales and Chimayo Chile and Pinon Crusted Salmon, to name a few mouth-watering items. After dinner enjoy dancing and live music in the rooftop lounge.

Address:

30 Rainbow Rd
Albuquerque, NM 87113

Phone:

(505) 798-3961

Website:

sandiacasino.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Steve Larese
Travel Expert

Restaurants near Balloon Fiesta, Best Restaurants: "Bien Shur creates fabulous buffets on holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Mother's Day. They are also available for Christmas parties and other events."

Best for Restaurants near Balloon Fiesta Because: From its nine-story perch enjoy the Balloon Glow and fireworks from the Balloon Field in the evenings during Fiesta.
Recommended as Best Restaurants Because: The sweeping views of Albuquerque and the Sandia Mountains complement the solid menu and extensive wine list.

Dinner
- Beginning
  
  Thai PEI Mussels
  
  ginger coconut broth / red bell pepper & onion / thai chile peppers ($12.00)
  
  Filet Mignon Tartare
  
  cured egg yolk / capers / lemon zest / parsnip chips ($14.00)
  
  Blue Lump Crab Cake
  
  NM green chile & squash stuffed / pepitas & squash chutney ($15.00)
  
  Seared Scallop
  
  black garlic aioli / pistachiocrumble / wilted spinach ($19.00)
- Midway
  
  S.w. Crab Bisque
  
  blue lump crab / pico de gallo / crispy tortilla strips ($10.00)
  
  The Wedge
  
  baby iceberg / baby heirloom tomatoes / cucumber / hardboiled egg / shaved red onion / crispy bacon / blue cheese bacon vinaigrette ($9.00)
  
  Roasted Beet Salad
  
  roasted beets / mix greens / pear / root vegetables / baby heirloom tomatoes / toasted pepitas / NM herbed goat cheese / beet vinaigrette ($10.00)
  
  Bien Shur Caesar
  
  caesar dressing / romaine / croutons / prosciutto / parmesan chip / freshly ground black pepper ($10.00)
- Main Plates
  
  Prime Rib 14oz
  
  garlic mashed potatoes / chef veg / natural au jus ($34.00)
  
  Filet Mignon
  
  brussels sprouts, onions, cashew, fingerling potato & feta hash / herbed demi glace ($42.00)
  
  Surf & Turf
  
  6oz filet / 6oz Lobster tail / red chile hollandaise / green chile mashed potatoes / tarragon glazed carrots ($58.00)
  
  Tomahawk Ribeye 28oz
  
  charred tomato / grilled asparagus / garlic mashed potatoes ($68.00)
  
  Double Cut Pork Chop
  
  honey mustard brined / caramelized onions / crispy fingerling potatoes / garlic haricots verts / honey mustard beurre blanc ($29.00)
  
  Lamb Shank
  
  braised / curried / root vegetables / brown rice ($38.00)
  
  ½ Roasted Chicken
  
  boneless / butter braised leeks, pears, jalapeno & fingerling potatoes ($26.00)
  
  Sea Bass
  
  pecan encrusted / succotash & black bean / apricot gastrique ($43.00)
  
  Crispy Atlantic Salmon
  
  house made pasta / calabacitas / white wine sauce ($31.00)
  
  Beef Stroganoff Pappardelle
  
  prime rib / exotic mushrooms / cream sauce ($22.00)
- Accompaniments
  
  Bleu Cheese Encrusted
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Pepper Crusted Au Poivre
  
  ($4.00)
Lounge With A View Menu
- Main
  
  Bien Shur Wings*
  
  Grilled & Dry Rubbed / Celery & Carrot / Ranch & BBQ Dipping Sauce ($11.00)
  
  Nachos*
  
  Cheddar & Jack cheese / Red Chile Sauce / Queso / Guacamole ($10.00)
  
  La Cumbre Shrimp Michelada Cocktail*
  
  Blue Corn Tortilla ($14.00)
  
  Roasted Beet Salad*
  
  Roasted Beets / Mixed Greens / Root Vegetables / Baby Heirloom Tomatoes / Toasted Pepitas / NM Herbed Goat Cheese / Beet Vinaigrette ($10.00)
  
  Beer Battered Fried Onion Petals*
  
  Buttermilk Marinated / Bien Shur Dipping Sauce ($9.00)
  
  Pork Belly
  
  Salt & Vinegar Marinated / Miso Caramel Apple Sauce/Apple Sticks ($14.00)
  
  Street Taco Trio
  
  Barbacoa / Shrimp / Calabacitas / Pico de Gallo / Lime ($10.00)
  
  Roasted Prime Rib Sandwich
  
  Caramelized Onions /Tomatoes / Fire Roasted Red Bell Peppers / Mozzarella / Balsamic Tossed Greens / Natural Au Jus / Bacon Cheddar Dusted Chips ($16.00)
  
  Chicken Fried Filet Mignon Steak Strips
  
  Mashed Potatoes / NM Red Chile Gravy / Grilled Green Onion ($16.00)
  
  Bien Shur Burger
  
  A Custom Blend of 50% Chuck, 25% Short ribs, 25% Brisket. Made Exclusively for Bien Shur, House Made Brioche Bun / Wisconsin Cheddar / Heirloom Tomatoes / Bibb Lettuce / Sliced Onion / House Made Pickles / House Cut Fries ($14.00)
  
  House Made Filet Mignon Ravioli's
  
  Filet Red Chile Veloute / Poached Egg / Queso Fresco ($12.00)
Finale
- Main
  
  Red Velvet Cake
  
  Sandia Mountain Sized Slice; 7 layers / Cream Cheese Frosting ($10.00)
  
  Cinnamon Pumpkin Cheesecake
  
  black cocoa tart / anglaise ($8.00)
  
  Double Vanilla Crème Brulee
  
  crème brulee with a double kick of vanilla ($8.00)
  
  Swiss Roll Chocolate Cake
  
  ganache / chambord ice cream / raspberry sauce / shortbread vanilla crumble ($8.00)
  
  Decadent Tartlette Trio
  
  dark chocolate, gold leaf / milk chocolate, candied pecan / white chocolate, candied cranberries and raspberry sauce ($8.00)
  
  Deep Fried Apple Pie Ice Cream & Bread Pudding
  
  salted caramel sauce / apple chips ($8.00)
Thanksgiving 2018
- Intros
  
  Blue Lump Crab Cake
  
  ($15.00)
  
  Butter-Steamed PEI Mussels
  
  ($12.00)
  
  Grilled Pheasant Breast
  
  ($15.00)
- Soups & Salads
  
  Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Bisque
  
  ($9.00)
  
  Duck Posole Verde
  
  ($9.00)
  
  Roasted Beet Salad
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Bien Shur Caesar
  
  ($10.00)
- Chef's Specials
  
  Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast
  
  ($32.00)
  
  Grilled 14 oz. Buffalo Rib Eye Steak
  
  ($49.00)
  
  Certified Black Angus Filet Mignon
  
  ($45.00)
  
  28-Ounce Tomahawk Ribeye (Prime Grade)
  
  ($69.00)
  
  New Zealand Rack of Lamb
  
  ($42.00)
  
  Seared British Columbia Salmon
  
  ($35.00)
  
  Stuffed Pork Loin
  
  ($35.00)
  
  Brandied Exotic Mushroom House-Made Pasta
  
  ($30.00)

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