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| - Went here on Saturday, and it was a tiny bit of a mixed experience.
We were in line for a really really long time. I don't mind that, but a 20-30 minute wait that turns into 40 because the table we know will be ours (we'd been told we get the next 2 person table) is empty for 15 minutes but hasn't been bussed is really frustrating. Yes, it's nice that you come round offering complimentary coffee and banana bread, but maybe do a bit less of that and a bit more seating/busing of tables (also: I'd love it if they brought tea around as well)
By the time we got seated, my friend was vowing we'd never return, no matter how good the food was.
And then, our waitress showed up. She was so cheerful and good at getting us what we asked for - quickly! - and giving recommendations, that my friend went from being a giant grump to smiling.
Of course, the food may have been involved in that. We got the Tuscan Breakfast (rye sourdough, poached eggs, home potatoes, sundried tomatoes & proscuito) and the Canadian Benny (Ham, poached eggs, english muffins, brown sugar butter hollandaise, home potatoes) . Both were beautifully plated, came with a fair-sized portion of high-quality fruit on the side, and tasted DELICIOUS! They were also served up really quickly, without resulting in any quality loss, which was very impressive.
Seriously, the Tuscan Breakfast was light yet hearty, a good combination of rich and slightly salty, and overall delicious.
So much so, I went straight home and made myself sundried tomatoes so I could relive the experience :)
My only qualms were that be CAREFUL: the giant pepper shaker that the waitress carries out to you is actually salt; you really don't need it on the potatoes (they're delicious just is) and if you need pepper, you will have to ask for it (sigh).
I also got an Earl Grey to drink, and while they carry a very pretty looking organic brand, but it's not worth the $2.60 I paid for the pot of it.
Overall though, a great meal & great service - although next time, we won't be going at 10am on a Saturday, but for breakfast for dinner!
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