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Albuquerque Map: La Crêpe MichelLa Crêpe Michel Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Cuisine French
Hours Tues-Sun 11:30am-2pm; Tues-Sat 6-9pm
Address
400 San Felipe C2
Location In or near Old Town
Reservations Reservations accepted
Phone 505/242-1251
Web site www.lacrepemichel.com
Prices Main courses $6-$24
Credit Cards AE, DISC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

Locals love this small cafe tucked away in a secluded walkway not far from the plaza, where the food is fun and imaginatively prepared. Run by chef Claudie Zamet-Wilcox from France, it has a cozy, informal European feel, with checked table coverings and simple furnishings. Service is friendly and calm, which makes this a good place for a romantic meal. You can't miss with any of the crepes. The crêpe aux fruits de mer (blend of sea scallops, bay scallops, and shrimp in a velouté sauce with mushrooms) is especially nice, as is the crêpe à la volaille (chunks of chicken in a cream sauce with mushrooms and Madeira wine). For a heartier meal, try one of the specials listed on the board on the wall, such as the beef filet (tenderloin finished with either black peppercorn-brandy cream sauce or Roquefort-brandy cream sauce) or the saumon au champagne (filet of salmon with a white wine and cream sauce). Both are served with vegetables cooked just enough to leave them crisp and tasty. For dessert, don't leave without having a crêpe aux fraises (strawberry crepe). To accompany your meal, choose from a carefully planned beer and wine menu.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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