So Lush!

Local.  Really fresh food.  Small and chic.  That is Cafe Lush, 700 Tijeras Avenue NW.  On a tree-lined street in downtown Albuquerque, my family and I ate outside and enjoyed refreshing new takes on favorite dishes, as well as new, innovative choices.

Owners Sandy Gregory, Manager, and Tom Docherty, say that their restaurant has "Food for the Senses."

I had a fresh, delicious chopped salad ($7.95) (substituted a lime avocado vinaigrette) and enjoyed every bite.  The coffee is Red Rock Roasters and is brewed well, although I personally like mine a little stronger.

My sister tried the St. Gregory Burger ($7.95), a 1/3 lb. burger with green chile cheddar, caramelized onions,  lettuce and tomato on a fresh, grilled sesame roll.

David had the The Davis ($8.95), with New Mexico-raised roast beef, local asiago cheese, lettuce and tomato with roasted garlic aioli on herb flat bread.

Cafe Lush is open Monday through Friday 7AM to 3PM, and Saturday 8AM to 1PM serving Brunch.  Website is www.cafelushabq.com.  Phone is 505-508-0164.

Ratings were 5/4/4.  Note: While the decor is trendy, it is a bit loud when the indoor space fills up.

Stop by the historic building across the street and check out the metal rings in the sidewalk!