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Blades' Bistro, Placitas, NM
Blades' Bistro, Placitas, NM
Blades' Bistro, Placitas, NM
Blades' Bistro, Placitas, NM
Blades' Bistro, Placitas, NM

Blades' Bistro

4.8
4.8
1828 Reviews
$30 and under
International

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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 Grilled Salmon, Chicken Française 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' Bistro is nicer than you expect, in the best possible way. The dining room is refined and the exhibition kitchen classy. By Andrea Lin For the ABQ Journal

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Contemporary European, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (505) 771-0695
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin P. Bladergroen
  • Catering
    Small groups, please contact restaurant for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available on Monday evenings and for the lunch hours Monday through Friday.
  • Area
    Placitas
  • Cross Street
    State Highway 165
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking, RV Big Rigs also welcome.
  • Entertainment
    In the summer months (May through September): Live Music on the outside patio that varies from Jazz to Folk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,828 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Best Overall

  • New Mexico

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Albuquerque

    Best Overall

  • Albuquerque

    Best Food

  • Albuquerque

    Best Service

  • Albuquerque

    Best Ambience

  • Albuquerque

    Best Value

  • Albuquerque

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Albuquerque

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Albuquerque

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blades' Bistro is a cherished gem in Placitas, offering an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food and service." Chef Kevin crafts "flawless" dishes, and the staff, including the memorable Nick, ensure attentive and friendly service. Enjoy a "neighborhood gem" atmosphere with delightful seafood, diverse wine selections, and accommodating hospitality.
1,828 Reviews
  1. Birgit

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great. Love the food. Perfect hosts. What s great place to come.

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  2. Marcia

    New Mexico

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fish was overcooked, but steaks and ribs were great. Calamari appetizer was excellent. Lemon tart was ok, nothing special. Service was very good. We had a nice time.

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  3. Lorie

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I would come back in a heartbeat! The staff are wonderful. The only reason staff got 4 was because they were a bit understaffed the evening we were there. Steak was cooked perfectly. The noise level is a bit loud but they were booming when we were there. Owner was there and pitching in. Wine and drink selection was great. Prices are amazing! Worth the wait for the food!

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  4. Chuck

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Terrific menu, service and food is excellent every time.

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  5. Tammy

    VIP

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blade’s Bistro is the perfect combination of great food and great service. The atmosphere is perfect for a quiet dinner date or dinner with family & friends.

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  6. Jerry

    New Mexico

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We do not mind paying more for a restaurant meal, if it was good. However, Blades disappointed us New years Eve. The Service was very good, "Nick," was our server, but the food preparation was very much to be desired. For the price paid, it was terrible. Here goes... My very very small portion of Black Bass was mushy and over cooked. It was covered with a thick sauce so the fish could not even be seen or even tasted. My wife's Scallops was much the same. Again, the sauce was the same as on my Bass, thick. The accompanied rice was very salty, making it almost inedible. The Bread Service was a bowl of sliced baguettes cut so long ago they were hard and dry. With it was a little cup with maybe a tablespoon of olive oil in it. We were going to have dessert, but said that's enough, lets go home. Anya, your front of the house was fine as always. Kevin, you can do better with the kitchen.

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  7. Anne

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blades is our favorite restaurant. We brought a guest from out of town again (who we really wanted to impress), and the team at Blades always makes us look great. Our waiter Nick remembered us from last time and took great care of us as usual. Chef Kevin and Anja have a very special place. Get there ASAP!

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  8. Dana

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our server. Didn’t catch his name. Middle aged bearded cutie. Food was amazing. Totally recommend Blades!

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  9. Sarah

    Richmond

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blade's is consistently excellent. The food and service are always exceptional. And it is a great value, too!

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  10. Ted

    VIP

    New Mexico

    93 reviews

    5.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent neighborhood gem - food and service always excellent!

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FAQs

Blades' Bistro does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Blades' Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 771-0695.

Blades' Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 1828 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

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Google Map for Blades' Bistro

221 Highway 165, Suite L, Placitas, NM 87043

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    State Highway 165
  • Area
    Placitas
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–20:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Contemporary European, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking, RV Big Rigs also welcome.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin P. Bladergroen
  • Entertainment
    In the summer months (May through September): Live Music on the outside patio that varies from Jazz to Folk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (505) 771-0695
  • Catering
    Small groups, please contact restaurant for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available on Monday evenings and for the lunch hours Monday through Friday.
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