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| - Sunday brunch is always an exciting time for me. As the previous nights' shenanigans begin to take their toll, finding a good brunch spot can make or break my Sunday. As such, when a place nails it, they REALLY nail it. Old School has REALLY nailed it. With an atmosphere reminiscent of old-school diners (aptly named), complete with a bow-tied server, Old School serves classic dishes with a modern flair.
My friend and I both ordered The Standard (2 eggs, bacon, home fries, baked beans, a biscuit and a fruit cup; 12$). The food came out quickly, leaving just enough time for me to order a Caesar. At $9, the Old School Caesar certainly isn't cheap, but it is most definitely delicious. A Worcestershire-forward Caesar with an in-house rim and just enough spice, this beverage kicked the experience into gear and set the tone for the meal to come.
What really sets breakfast places apart are the details, and Old School has them down to a T. The home fries had a nice crispy exterior (a detail often lost at your more mediocre brunch spots), the baked beans were well-seasoned and had a certain unctuousness that can only be produced with the right amount of pork fat, and the bacon was the perfect balance of sweet and savoury. What stood out most for me was the cheddar chive biscuit, which married the other components of the dish exquisitely.
All in all our experience was as excellent as it was complete, From the service all the way down to the crust on the potatoes, Old School is doing Old School right.
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