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| - Had this place bookmarked for months and decided to start my birthday off here for brunch! I've passed my L'Avenue several times and there's usually a line, but we were lucky to arrive just early enough for there to be some open seating still.
Walking in, one can't help but be struck by the decor: a motorcycle hanging from the ceiling in front of a graffiti mural, cute asymmetrical lighting above the booths, retro chairs, a huge replica of a can of syrop d'erable, a gigantic mirror in the back. A good selection of music served as a backdrop as we checked out the cleverly-designed game show themed menus.
Food wise, lots of great choices, but for my birthday, I went for the duck Benedict, and it was definitely what one might expect: rich, fatty, juicy. Not sure if I'd order that on the regular, but it was delectable to say the least. My boo got the "Indecisive" with the Creme Brûlée French toast (amazing), the homemade sausage and cretons. All the food was on point.
Their coffee by the way is cheaper than Timmys but a million times better (however I doubt they take to-go orders for it).
Finally, nature called and I paid a visit to thee infamous restroom. Nothing like taking a tinkle while surrounded wall-to-ceiling by black light-illuminated artwork. I felt like I was peeing in outer space.
In short, L'Avenue is a one-of-a-kind dining experience that hits on all the essentials: food, service, and ambience. Arrive early or during slow hours to avoid the line, and order the cheap delicious coffee!!!
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