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Bien Shur

Item: Bien Shur
Author: Steve Larese

Cuisine: American, Fusion, Steakhouse

Price: $$$

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
- Appetizers
  
  Beef Ravioli
  
  stuffed with filet mignon / roasted garlic / red chile veloute / queso fresco / poached egg ($11.00)
  
  Butter Steamed PEI Mussels
  
  bacon mirapoix / herbs / white wine / butter / grilled bread ($12.00)
  
  Orange Ginger Tuna Tartare
  
  ginger / garlic / green onion / orange / sesame oil / house kimchi ($14.00)
  
  Blue Lump Crab Cake
  
  apple & garlic stuffed / apple butter ($15.00)
- Soup & Salads
  
  S.W. Crab Bisque
  
  blue lump crab / pico de gallo / crispy tortilla strips ($10.00)
  
  The Wedge
  
  baby iceberg / baby heirloom tomatoes / cucumber / hard boiled egg / shaved red onion / crispy bacon / blue cheese bacon vinaigrette ($9.00)
  
  Roasted Beet Salad
  
  roasted beets / mix greens / pear / pickled jicama / 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)
- Plates
  Prime Rib
  garlic mashed potatoes / chef veg / natural au jus
  
  12oz: $29.00
  
  16oz: $38.00
  Filet Mignon
  
  brussels sprouts, pork belly, onions, fingerling potato hash / red wine demi-glace ($41.00)
  
  Surf & Turf
  
  6oz filet / 6oz Lobster tail / red chile hollandaise / green chile mashed potatoes / tarragon glazed carrots ($58.00)
  
  Tomahawk Ribeye
  
  charred tomato / grilled asparagus / bacon cheddar dusted chips ($59.00)
  
  Crispy Skin Atlantic Salmon
  
  tomatillo white bean ragout, micro salad ($29.00)
  
  Pork Belly & Scallops
  
  apple & fennel chutney / pork jus ($32.00)
  
  Frutti de Mare
  
  House Made fettuccini / P.E.I. mussels / calamari / jumbo shrimp / bay scallops / hand crushed tomato / fresh basil ($36.00)
  
  Sea Bass
  
  Jasmine tea infused forbidden rice / cucumber ginger gazpacho / crispy leeks ($43.00)
  
  1/2 Roasted Chicken
  
  boneless / butter braised leeks, pears, jalapeno & fingerling potatoes ($24.00)
  
  House Made Pasta
  
  Specialty pasta dishes made daily in house
- Accompaniments
  
  Oscar Style
  
  Béarnaise / asparagus / blue lump crab ($12.00)
  
  Red Chile Bay Scallop Hollandaise
  
  ($8.00)
  
  Blue Cheese Encrusted
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Pepper Crusted au Poivre
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Jumbo Shrimp
  
  ($11.00)
  
  6oz Lobster Tail
  
  ($26.00)
- Sides
  
  NM Green Chile Mac and Cheese
  
  with house made spaetzle ($8.00)
  
  Tarragon Glazed Carrots
  
  with poached egg ($8.00)
  
  Chef's Daily Vegetable Special
  
  ($8.00)
  
  Roasted Beets
  
  with herb goat cheese, toasted pepitas ($8.00)
  
  Crispy Brussels Sprouts
  
  with pork belly and onions ($8.00)
  
  Grilled Asparagus
  
  ($8.00)
  
  Loaded Mashed Potatoes
  
  sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onion ($8.00)
  
  Decadent Lobster Mac and Cheese
  
  with house made spaetzle ($14.00)
Lounge With A View Menu
- Main
  
  Bien Shur Wings^
  
  Pickle Juice Brined Chicken Wings / Waffle Battered / Sweet Pickled Celery & Carrot Chips / Maple Bourbon Honey Sauce ($11.00)
  
  Nachos^
  
  Cheddar & Jack cheese / Red Chile Sauce / Queso / Guacamole ($10.00)
  
  Tequila Spiked Shrimp Cocktail^
  
  Cocktail Sauce / Grilled Avocado / Blue Corn Tortilla ($14.00)
  
  New Mexico Lobster Roll^
  
  Green Chile Aioli / Celery / Red Onions / Mixed Greens / Lobster / Bacon Cheddar Dusted Chips ($18.00)
  
  Beer Battered House Made Pickles^
  
  Onion Rings & Jalapeno Poppers ($12.00)
  
  Lamb Carnitas Street Tacos
  
  White Corn Tortilla / Compressed Green Cabbage Slaw / House Made Queso Fresca / Mint Chimichurri ($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)
  
  Buttered Steamed P.E.I. Mussels
  
  Bacon Mirepoix / White Wine / Butter / Bread Plank ($18.00)
  
  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)
  
  Filet of Beef Wellington
  
  Filet Mignon / Puff Pastry / Mushroom Duxelles / Caramelized Onions / Red Wine Demi-Glace / Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes / (Prepared Medium) ($25.00)
Finale
- Main
  
  Red Velvet Cake
  
  Sandia Mountain sized slice; 7 layers / Cream Cheese Frosting ($10.00)
  
  Baked Alaska
  
  Strawberry & Vanilla Ice cream / Pound Cake; Bruleed Italian Meringue ($10.00)
  
  Double Vanilla Crème Brulee
  
  Crème Brulee with a double kick of vanilla ($8.00)
  
  Bien Shur Flan
  
  Lemon Poppy Seed / NM Goat Cheese; Rum Marinated Strawberry ($8.00)
  
  Mexican Chocolate Pot de Creme
  
  Kahlua Whipped Cream ($8.00)
  
  Deep Fried Apple Pie Ice Cream & Bread Pudding
  
  Salted Caramel Sauce / Apple Chips ($8.00)

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