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food_rating: Excellent
service_rating: Excellent
comments: Thank You so much for allowing us to "crash" your wine pairing dinner 
on Nov 16, we were staying at the Chocolate Turtle and Dallas suggested your 
place. The dinner and wines were wonderful, we would love to attend another of 
your wine pairing dinners please let know when the next one is. Thank You so 
much for such a great evening!

Cindy and Bob Johnson

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Overall Rating4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
"Food was excellent. One of the best places for seafood in the desert. Be prepared for crowd because this is a very popular place. I would go back again and again." 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Outdoor Dining, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Special Occasion, Great For Lunch

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Service4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Noise Level3.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 09/17/2009
(review submitted 09/19/2009)
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"food incredibly good, service excellent, music outsidee did not intrude on indoor dining" 

Special Features: Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

 
By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 08/30/2009
(review submitted 09/11/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"This restaurant is one of the finest in the Corralles/North Valley area. They take the time to do things right here. It is a place we will definitely return to." 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Special Occasion, Scenic View

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 09/04/2009
(review submitted 09/06/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"The dinner experience was as usual fantastic. We were early and were give our table with no problem. Service was to our pace not to a very busy resturant pace. Try the grilled romaine salad it is fantastic. The menu varies with the season and is always inventive and fresh." 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Good For Groups, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Special Occasion, Scenic View, Hot Spot

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level1.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 08/29/2009
(review submitted 08/31/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"The food, the Atmosphere and the service was outstanding. I loved it!!!!" 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Brunch, Great For Outdoor Dining, Kid-Friendly, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Scenic View, Great For Lunch, Hot Spot

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 08/07/2009
(review submitted 08/25/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
"Being a repeat customer, the new items on the menu were a real treat! Food was oustanding! Service was superb!" 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Special Occasion

Food4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Ambiance4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 08/22/2009
(review submitted 08/24/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"The service & food was excellent. We will defineately return." 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Special Occasion

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 08/15/2009
(review submitted 08/17/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
"Our son suggested Indigo Crow while we were in town for a visit. We decided to take him to brunch and try it out. It was a wonderful experience all the way around! The food was delicious and outside the ordinary. We ate out on the patio as it was a beautiful August day. I toured the inside, and found it to be a very cultural setting. Comfortable, yet tasteful. I would recommend it to anyone!" 

Special Features: Great For Brunch, Great For Outdoor Dining

Food4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Ambiance4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Service4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 08/09/2009
(review submitted 08/11/2009)
 
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"This restaurant never fails to deliver. It is located in a scenic spot in Corrales. It has a menu that is diverse and extremely interesting. The quality of everything on the menu is the best. You can not go wrong by eating here." 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Scenic View

Food4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service4.0 out of 5(Very Good)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 07/12/2009
(review submitted 07/14/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"We love this local restaurant and go there often." 

Special Features: Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Romantic

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 07/09/2009
(review submitted 07/12/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"This will become one of favorite and frequent stops" 

Special Features: Good For Groups, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Great For Lunch

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level1.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 06/19/2009
(review submitted 06/22/2009)

Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"We found this restaurant through OpenTable and decided to try it out based on the reviews it received. To say the least, we were very impressed with every aspect of the restaurant. We ordered something from each of the courses and everything was amazing! The staff were really friendly and the town itself is so adorable." 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Special Occasion

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 06/16/2009
(review submitted 06/18/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"Absolutely fantastic. We took visitors from out of town who could not stop raving about the place." 

Special Features: Fit For Foodies, Great For Brunch, Great For Outdoor Dining, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Special Occasion, Great For Lunch

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level2.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 06/11/2009
(review submitted 06/13/2009)
 
 
Overall Rating5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
"We celebrate my wife's birthday. I had sent flowers to the restaurant. They specially reserved the table I requested and set it with a special black table cloth that highlighted the flower bouquet. Everyone was especially attentive because we were having a celebration. Food & wine was wonderful. Service was excellent!!" 

Special Features: Good For Groups, Neighborhood Gem, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Special Occasion, Hot Spot

Food5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Ambiance5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Service5.0 out of 5(Outstanding)
Noise Level1.0 out of 3 

By an OpenTable.com user 
who dined on 05/29/2009
(review submitted 06/01/2009)
 
 

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Indigo Crow is not for the chain restaurant crowd

Indigo Crow Cafe

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4 of 5 stars
tphil00 1 contribution
Corrales, NM
Jun 20, 2009

I've been a regular there for years, and live in the neighborhood. It's a lovely old building, and the food is quite good. Some of my personal favorites include the sea scallops in white wine with capers, prosciutto and parmesan, from the appetizer menu. The Catalina salad is a reassuring standard for us after long workdays when noone wants to make dinner. And the Seared Ahi Tuna (either the dinner or the salad, from the lunch menu) actually calls to me. They have a Thursday night special (two entrees and a bottle of wine) that encourages exploration of their menu.

As a local, I've come to know the owners casually, and I like them quite a bit. They've had some unevenness in their service over the years, but currently seem to have a stable, competent level of service that I hope they are able to maintain. 

The Indigo Crow is not a fast restaurant, and does not have a polished corporate feel. So if that is your preference, you will undoubtedly hate them. However, these are real people who love real food and serve it in the most beautiful village in New Mexico. So sit back, take your time, don't be a jerk, and you will most assuredly enjoy what they have to offer.

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Charming

Indigo Crow Cafe

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4 of 5 stars
Lazy_13 10 contributions
Bernalillo, New Mexico
Jun 25, 2009

Good food. Salads are great. A nice, quiet location and a very pretty area.

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Fantastic!

Indigo Crow Cafe

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5 of 5 stars
Weims4Me 1 contribution
Portland, Oregon
Jun 15, 2009

Had dinner here late on a Saturday night. The crab cakes appetizer was divine. The salmon entree was to die for. I was pleasantly surprised, especially given other reviewers' comments. We had set out to eat at Hannah and Nate's but it was closed. I am so glad, now. The service was great also!

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Excellent Food, So-So Service

Indigo Crow Cafe

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4 of 5 stars
TucsonTraveler1 13 contributions
Tucson, AZ
Sep 29, 2008

We had no trouble getting a table at 5pm on a Friday evening, although the restaurant had filled up by 6pm. All of the food was fantastic! We had a delicious and unique salad of grilled hearts of romaine and then a salmon entree that was cooked to perfection.

Service, however, was on the slow side and we wondered a few times if we had been forgotten. Our primary gripe is regarding my husband's allergy to gluten. We informed the waiter who, understandably, was not sure if the items we ordered were gluten-free. We asked him to please check with the chef and were very surprised when her returned to tell us that the chef did not know. Any chef should know what gluten is and be able to tell a customer which dishes are gluten-free.

The waiter's suggestion was to just order the salmon dry...with no seasoning or anything. We don't go out to restaurants for dry, flavorless meals! We walked him through the ingredients of the dish and came to the conclusion that it was gluten-free and so we ordered it as it was described on the menu - and it was delicious! But, a chef at a restaurant of this caliber really should be better informed.

Despite this aggravation, the food was fantastic and we would go back if we were in the area again.

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Excellent!

Indigo Crow Cafe

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5 of 5 stars
Count_Walter 6 contributions
Lippstadt, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Jun 7, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful
  • Entrance to restaurant (from car park)
  • View from street

Have been there in late May 2008: easy to make (and change) reservations, excellent food at reasonables prices, very competent waiters/waitresses - one of the best restaurants in the ABQ region!

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Great Food and Wine and Fantastic Atmosphere

Indigo Crow Cafe

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5 of 5 stars
DJS58 1 contribution
Denver, Colorado
Feb 11, 2008

My wife and I ate at the Indigo Crow on Saturday evening, February 9, 2008 while we were in Corrales. We didn't have a reservation but they accommodated us even though the restaurant was busy. The service and food was fantastic, and there's a great wine list with extremely reasonable prices. We ate at the bar (which gave us a chance to chat with the owners and enjoy the kiva fireplace). We had a great time. My wife had the Mahi and I had a New York Strip, both of which were perfectly cooked. The portions were ample, prices were reasonable, and the quality of the food was absolutely excellent. The owners really pay attention to detail. For example, they use Riedel glassware for serving their wines, which shows hem to best advantage. The space is attractive and intimate. We highly recommend the Indigo Crow, and will return the next time we're in town!

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Best meal in ABQ

Indigo Crow Cafe

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5 of 5 stars
albuquerqueturkey 3 contributions
ABQ, NM
Oct 15, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

I made a reservation for my husband and I to celebrate the our anniversary through the restaurant's website, and arrived at 6pm on a Saturday night during Balloon Fiesta (Albuquerque's busy season). We were welcomed and seated immediately, had excellent service, and the food was divine. There is an extensive wine list, and plenty of seasonal items to choose from on the dinner menu. We had the pork loin and the filet, both served with garlic mashed potatoes and veggies. We'd heard the portions were small, but there was more than enough food for the two of us, and it was so good that we didn't leave any behind! This was the best meal we've had since moving to ABQ a year ago. The ambiance is great as well- a large patio for warmer times of year and a fireplace indoors for when the weather is a little chilly. It's a bit of a drive from Downtown ABQ, but Corrales is an interesting little town, and it's definitely worth the trip!

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Quaint & Classic on the Westside

Indigo Crow Cafe

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5 of 5 stars
Barone82 1 contribution
Albuquerque
Mar 16, 2007

Indigo Crow is truly one of the finest moderately-priced restaurants in Albuquerque. The menu is in constant flux with new and improved gourmet dishes, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere is worth the hightened ticket price. Situated among the Cottonwoods along the Rio Grande, this classic adobe features two wood-burning fireplaces and an intimate outdoor patio area perfect for lunch on a summer afternoon. I visit at least once a month and have yet to be disappointed. Stop by for a glass of wine or an entire meal; either way you're in for a treat.

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Indigo Crow is a great independent restaurant

by Barb49

September 01, 2008

In the past several years, my friends and I have had many enjoyable evenings at the Indigo Crow in Corrales. The patio is lovely in the summer, and the interior is cozy in the winter - a great venue. Their food has gotten even better since chef Christina assumed responsibility for the kitchen. During the summer, they have music on the patio; and the jazz lends a festive air to a beautiful venue. Prices are in the middle to upper range; and the atmosphere and food are worth it.

  • Pros: ambience, great food, good music Wednesday & Sunday evenings in the summer
  • Cons: good for only well-behaved children, slightly pricey
 

by DJS58

February 11, 2008

This is my first time writing a review. My wife and I ate at the Indigo Crow on Saturday evening, February 9, 2008 while we were in Corrales. We didn't have a reservation but they accommodated us even though the restaurant was busy. The service and food was fantastic, and there's a great wine list with extremely reasonable prices. We ate at the bar (which gave us a chance to chat with the owners and enjoy the kiva fireplace). We had a great time. My wife had the Mahi and I had a New York Strip, both of which were perfectly cooked. The portions were ample, prices were reasonable, and the quality of the food was absolutely excellent. The owners really pay attention to detail. For example, they use Riedel glassware for serving their wines, which shows hem to best advantage. The space is attractive and intimate. We highly recommend the Indigo Crow, and will return the next time we're in town!

  • Pros: Thumbs up! Great Wine List, Great Food, Great Atmosphere and Service
 

Excellent menu, service is just a bit slow

by irasf

October 15, 2006

I had the Ahi sandwich for brunch and it was wonderful. I also suggest their soup specials.I can hardly wait to go there this week for dinner, the selections seem out of this world. I'll report back!

  • Pros: menu selections and preparations
  • Cons: service was good but a little slow

Quanit, Relaxed, Adult

by nmfxstc

June 16, 2005

We stumbled upon this great place a year ago...at first, enjoyable, then a tradition! The owner is pleasent and cordial, staff friendly and efficient, food unique. The Thursday wine dinners are wonderful and a nice break from the noise and hustle of the chain joints. Sadly, this may become a tourist attraction and become crowded...we hope not!

For a relaxing dinner in a small and attractive atmosphere, this is a treat! I'd advise that everyone stay away...it is our special place! ;-)

 

 

 

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