Le Troquet

We had an almost good meal at Le Troquet! The escargot was buttery and delicious ( a bit unflavoured), and both the lamb rack and trout were flavorful and well-cooked. The frog legs were a miss — undercooked and not seasoned, but the staff handled it really well and took it off our bill. We also enjoyed the cozy vibe of the place.

Outstanding little French bistro in the heart of ABQ. Despite walking in 45 minutes before closing the manager warmly greeted us. Food was great, service was top notch, and I would happily return.

Outstanding seafood! Good bread. Nice wine list. Incredible desserts. Fantastic service. Terrific atmosphere Exactly what we were looking for: escargot, preferably in a French restaurant. Le Troquet delivered and then some!

We just had a wonderful meal at Le Troquet. This is the French restaurant Albuquerque has needed since others have closed. Who remembers Cafe Jean Pierre and Chez Bob? Everything was great. We started with the French onion soup…pretty much perfect and practically a meal in itself. I had the rack of lamb, in a wonderful sauce and accompanied by mashed potatoes, carrots, baked tomato and grilled Brussels sprouts. Ms. Spouse had the steak frites. We finished with chocolate mousse which was so rich and dark that the two of us couldn’t even finish it. The space is lovely and intimate, with only nine tables, and decorated in old world style. It takes you out of the every day world and gives you a special experience. The service is attentive and the food arrives when it should. Speaking of Cafe Jean Pierre…it was a favorite of ours and we were very disappointed when it closed. Well, we found out by speaking to the staff here that the same Jean Pierre owns Le Troquet. Explains a lot. This may be a special occasion restaurant for some, and it belongs on your list of places to try.

My husband and I arrived for dinner reservation. We were promptly greeted and seated. That was the only good thing. After being seated we were given rolls and were told oh I forgot the butter. That was the last communication we had. It was uncomfortably warm, no water was offered we sat for about 10-15 minutes. Still no butter or any attention was given. We decided if we’re going to spend 200+ $ on a meal we want good service. Instead it was total lack of service. We just decided to leave. The food may have been very good for all we know, but if you can’t give the most minimal amount of effort it’s a no go for me.

Charming atmosphere and clean, with friendly service. The overall feel does a good job of approximating the feel of a cafe in France. This restaurant will make fried food lovers happier, though the breading was markedly bland and lacking much flavor. That said, both the frog legs and the sole (fish) were juicy and tender, just uninteresting. All of the vegetables we received were remarkably low quality for the prices we paid. The tomatoes were pale grocery store things with no life in them; the asparagus was both burnt and over-steamed until stringy and mushy. The rice needed salt. The saving graces for the meal were the bread rolls before the meal, the French onion soup (the most authentic I've found in ABQ as yet), and the cappuccino. In all, for $86+ for one entree ($29, split and charged an extra $5 for the service, so $34), a soup and salad, and one appetizer for the quality? I can't recommend Le Troquet, especially when one can get fantastic salads for similar prices ($16 at Vinaigrette, for example), or great fish with similar freshness at far lower cost and greater quality (Slap Fish $15 vs $29). The service was well-turned-out and friendly, but given the small restaurant and limited number of guests, I would have liked to have had our water topped off at least once and to not have had to ask for silverware more than once. If you are intent on French cuisine or prefer little to no seasoning, give this a try. Otherwise, I cannot recommend it.

A Hidden Gem with Five-Star Service & Cuisine – A Graduation to Remember! I can’t say enough good things about Le Troquet in Albuquerque! We were a party of nine celebrating my college graduation from UNM on a busy Saturday afternoon, and despite the restaurant being small and clearly in high demand, they graciously accepted our reservation just an hour before we arrived. That kind of flexibility and hospitality is rare and it set the stage for an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, the service was absolutely outstanding. The servers were kind, welcoming, and impressively attentive, always available without ever being overbearing. They made every one of us feel special and cared for throughout the entire meal. And the food? Absolutely phenomenal. Every dish was fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor. From starters to dessert, everything was prepared with clear attention to detail and quality. You could taste the passion in every bite. Le Troquet may be a smaller space, but the warm atmosphere, exceptional service, and truly memorable food make it one of Albuquerque’s standout dining experiences. It was the perfect place to mark such a meaningful milestone and I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend. Just be sure to plan ahead if you can because this gem books up quickly!

Get a reservation! We walked in and were able to get the last table available. There was one waiter for the entire place and he was hustling. That said, dinner was over 2 hours. The pork tenderloin was over cooked and dry. The muscles were underwhelming as well. We really wanted to like this place, it just seemed like they were having an off day.