Portland Variety. Where have I been living? Under a rock it seems because this is hands down (now) one of my favourite brunch spots in the city.
Here's why:
Coffee - full bodied, smooth, sweet and needed absolutely nothing added to it. I asked for milk which I normally have with my coffee but after a quick sip, aborted that idea entirely. I wasn't going to taint that cup with anything.
Service - our waiter (French accent?) was phenomenal. He was working the entire back of the restaurant which was full and never did I feel neglected or had to chase after a coffee refill or water refill. He was a super hero and we weren't shy to tell him he was awesome!
Food - Please note that I do not order sweet brunch items EVER. Eggs eggs eggs is my mantra. I am a savory food lover and what I did this Saturday morning was sacrilegious. I ordered the pancakes. Not just any pancakes but Lemon Ricotta pancakes. The rest of the table ordered a variety of dishes but I never once regretted not having eggs (sacrilegious I'm telling ya). The dollop of cheese on top, the sweetness from the blueberries and hints of lemon icing were just the perfect combination to satisfy my taste buds.
If I don't come back for brunch soon, I will most definitely stop in for a cup of coffee.
Need I say more?