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Flying Star Cafe in Albuquerque is a three star Californian restaurant. Check out this affordable place in the Nob Hill area. It's known for its dessert. The menu is great. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a quiet atmosphere. This restaurant features breakfast and brunch.
5.0 of 5 stars.
I lusted over those last few Fiesta Muffins back when they were the Double Rainbow. Open early, and they get busy quick! I had such a craving for Fiesta Muffins even after I relocated, I asked a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I found the food to be pretty reasonable, not overly inventive but definitely not plastic - organic and basic. I returned several times for the free internet, the good vibe and to read a couple of the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food! My husband and I love it for a late evening dinner date after a movie. If you'd rather have sweets, OMGoodness Enjoy the selection. It's all good.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
HOW I MISS THE MAC N CHEESE!Great Food! Home style meets innovation! And dessert is delish!
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
when i lived here, this was my favorite place to eat. it made me feel so trendy and hip, but the food was my first love. here and at the other location (which escapes me now), i loved bringing my dog...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
While Flying Star is a great place to hang out, we have found the food overpriced and inconsistent. The economy is down, why is the food not both better and more consistent at Flying Star? Answer:...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I get dragged to this overpriced vaccum at least twice a year. People love this place. I guess I'm not people then. The food looks delicious, sounds delicious, tastes like plastic (see my review on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I loved this place. My tofu lo mein was amazing and I bought an armful of elusive magazines. The desserts looked unbelievable, tried a cookie and it was to die for. Definitely want to go back.
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My sister recommended Flying Star for when we'd be in Albuquerque, so after wrapping up our visit to the UNM Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, we were in the mood for a filling lunch from somewhere that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I gather this is ABQ's starbucks but with better food options. The baristas are awesome. I say this mainly because a very nice lad gave me and the bf our order gratis. I guess we were the "162nd...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the dessert capital of ABQ! Parking for this location is tricky and you have to feed the meter.
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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A good place for coffee and wifi. Desserts are on average $7-10. The food is decent, but way overpriced for the area.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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Had to sleep in Albuquerque and driving by down town stopped in a Flying Star. At least on that day the coffee was awesome (actually hard to find any better) and the muffins great. Food was just average. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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If you plan a trip to Albuquerque you have to make sure to eat at least one of the Flying Star's around town. (Or if your a local hiding under a rock unaware that Flying Star has the most delicious food in...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn why don't we have a place like this in the Bay Area?We ate breakfast at the Flying Star twice--on the first and last days of our trip.The tofu scramble is sensational. My hubby said it's the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was a fan when it was Double Rainbow, am still a fan now. Solid meals, with some great vegetarian dishes. Can get a little crazy when packed, but still worthwhile.
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
to be honest, i have a love hate relationship with flying star. it is so consistently good and so convenient (because they seem to be taking over the city) but it is so expensive (though i try to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
if you have one thing here, get the chocolate eclair - even if you're not into eclairs, seriously. i want to cry when i think about how much i miss them. sniff.
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Flying Star (formerly known as Double Rainbow) is an icon of Alb. This location in particular. Many memories of study sessions, hanging out, reading, meeting with friends, etc. Great memories...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You come for the foodBut you stay for the sceneryPeople watch all day(The food is solid, but it's the location and people-watching that keeps me coming back to Flying Star. Oh, and the ridiculously...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Best location overall of all Flying Stars in the Duke City. I think that this place is best for the great selection of desserts, good coffee, and their extensive magazine selection to look over....
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Long lines of people waiting for service never end at Flying Star. Popularity abounds. One of favorite things about Flying Star is the interesting types of people that frequent the place. It is a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
BLEH!Here is yet another restaurant that people are misguided about. For some reason a lot of people really like this place, why??? I mean there was a time when they were good, really good. Those were...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
MARK MY WORDS!Flying Star will rise up against the juggernaut Starbucks and overthrow them! Imagine: -A place that treats it's employees with respect (and it shows).-A place where you can stay all day...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place embodies Albuquerque. It is an absolute must visit whenever I'm in the city.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh oh oh! How I wish I was back in Albuquerque right now!I went to visit a friend for the weekend. We were at the little theater across the street, watching a hilarious film. Right as the film ended,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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i've been a fan of flying star for many, many years. i've spent more time in their restaurants than i care to admit. the food is tasty, innovative. has quality ingredients. is well-prepared. lots of variety....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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I use to frequent Flying Star in college when it was Originally called "Double Rainbow" located on Central Ave. I thought it was such a neat awesomely decorated fun place to hang out with friends and/or meet...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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The key lime pie is the best item to get on the menu. I love it! The food is ok also, but i would recommend ...
gusto.com - user review - 12/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great place to sit and work for the day, and a great example of independent business in Albuquerque. The sandwiches and dessers are decent, if a little pricey. In exchange for pricey food, Flying...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food itself is average, the desserts are above average, and everything is overpriced. I've known lots of people who have worked here and they all hated it. Again, it's great for late night...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going here for years; to this location. the original location; i remember it was a tiny store named Double Rainbow; eventually it doubled and expanded once more. I have always enjoyed...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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I adore The Flying Star-every location. The food is excellent and the places themselves are gorgeous. Yes, it's a tad expensive, but not when one considers the quality and massive portions one is presented...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/24/2006
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This is a great restaurant, especially those with a taste for interesting flavors and those who just want a good old fashioned meal. I'm a vegetarian and my boyfriend is not. He can get a big meaty burger...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Flying Star is an Albuquerque institution. There are now--at last count--five locations, not counting the "Satellite Coffee" offshoots, which may be increasing in number faster than the actual Flying...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2006
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Today I simply wanted to buy a cake. I don't mind the 10 minute wait in line. I don't mind that its right in front of the exit so you are constantly moving around. I do mind when a staffmember would rather...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2004
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Well, the prices are slightly steep if you plan on eating there on a regular basis. However, the food has never disappointed me and the bakery is, without a doubt, the best you'll find in Albuquerque. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/11/2003
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Good food. Always a nice selection. HOWEVER, the desserts are not nearly as good as they look. The entrees are better. Try Assetts Bar and Grill. Better over all....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/06/2003
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Being new to Albuquerque, I'm very gunshy about the restaurants here. I've been to quite a few bad restaurants. Flying Star, fortunately is not one of the bad ones. It's a great place for any meal. It can get...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/28/2002
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Upscale quick eats. I spend a lot of time eating great foods I have never tried before. The specials are always as good as they sound. If its Sunday morning and you can't decide where to eat...Flying Star is...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2002
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food good, service usually fast, sometimes crowded and noisy, but worth it
citysearch.com - user review - 10/25/2002
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The Flying Star couldn't GET any better. Friendly people, cool atmosphere and delicious food make this one of my favorite places to go. I love their breakfasts - fluffiest ever omelets, HUGE french toast made...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/10/2002
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Pies, pastries and pancakes are all wonderful. Outstanding coffees, super magazine selection. Interesting people watching. Try other locations also - Juan Tabo, Menaul, Rio Grande all have a unique feel, with...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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I really love most of their food. Their thai noodle dishes and regular buddha bowl are very tasty. I could drink a gallon of the "Red Stuff" (Cranberry Herbal Cooler) every day but that would be cost...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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The Flying Star Cafe makes good on its promise of uptown food with down-home ingredients. It's a hip and urban restaurant with excellent contemporary international food. But beware: During mealtime, the...
frommers.com - user review
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it may not be over-rated, but it is slightly over-priced...
restaurantrow.com - user review
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if you are in the nob hill neighborhood, drop in to this energetic spot for a latte or the house pasta ($6.50). soup, salads and daily specials like quiche, pot pies and various blue plate specials populate...
wcities.com - user review
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The menu is great, and everything is good there. It's become a little pricy lately, but I still go there about once a week because I love it. They have every magazine possible, so if you end
travel.yahoo.com - user review
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there are now three double rainbow cafes in albuquerque, but the original cafe in nob hill offers the best entertainment: people watching. the coffee is on par with starbuckis and the pastries, cakes and pies...
igougo.com - user review
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nob hill's world of baked delights...
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