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My friend & I went to The Lakeview midday and sat in a booth for 2 in the "big window" section [the east half of the restaurant].
As is their custom, we were given a large bottle of water and two glasses and were asked if we wanted any other beverages ["regular" organic fair trade coffee for my friend, decaf for me - would I mind waiting while they brewed a fresh pot ?].
We took our time perusing the extensive menu. I appreciated the number of vegetarian choices, and our server - who was above and beyond! - told us the menu was being revamped and would include even more vegetarian choices. Count me in!
Today I tried one of their specials, the Tostada Ensalada with mixed lettuces, onions [lots of onions, oh my], tomatoes, one or two types of cheese, avocado and corn tortilla strips [$5/$8].
My friend had the pulled pork sandwich [$11] with melted Havarti and caramelized onions on a soft kaiser, plus side salad & fries. The huge sandwich, which she cut in half - who could pick it up? - was a hit.
The service was attentive but not rushed. We had many refills of coffee [$2.50 for a bottomless cup] and a new bottle of water while we made our way through our meal and surprisingly, decided to share a piece of pie. [Okay, so we won't be hungry again until next Tuesday.]
The choices were apple, coconut cream and cherry/pear. No contest. The cherry/pear [which the server said he had once enjoyed as part of a milkshake!] was really really good. A generous slice of warm pie filled with loads of cherries, hints of pear, just-right crust presented with a wall of whip cream and a scoop of heavenly ice cream garnished with a half-strawberry [$5.50].
Next time, no sharing !
Given that the menu is changing next week, these prices may change as well.
But we had good food, excellent service, a chance to relax and enjoy the day, all for a very reasonable amount of money.
I'm looking forward to the new menu - and another chance at that pie.
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