I had heard so much about this place from some coworkers that I knew I had to try it out. A quick week day lunch date with S was the ideal excuse I needed. The place was small and menu items are few. But the food dazzled my taste-buds! The owners are a warm and welcoming couple. James has over 20 years of bakery experience in Europe and the US.
The lunch choices for the day were a smoked salmon sandwich on a croissant and a pierogi crepe. We got one of each. The smoked salmon was just right. It was nestled on a fresh baked beautiful croissant with farm fresh veggies and a mascarpone aioli. It was simply divine! The croissant was flaky but soft and the flavors just worked so well together. The crepe was filled with a delicious garlic potato mix. I loved this combination of texture and taste. Both entrees were served with a side salad. I don't even know how to describe the goodness of this salad. Fresh field greens, slivered almonds, grapes, cherry tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, red pepper and baby mozzarella were drizzled with a balsamic olive oil dressing garnished with home made croutons. I just drooled a little while reminiscing! Needless to say this was one of the best lunches I've had. The portion size was easily enough for a lunch for two or a lunch with left over.
The cafe roasts it's own coffee beans so the coffee is smooth and fragrant. We also bought a chocolate cupcake with rich ganache icing that I am saving to enjoy later. You won't regret a trip to this amazing spot. There will be many more trips and explorations of this gem of a place. It rates a 10 plus on the 'yumm' factor. J'adore Cafe Chocolade!