Second trip to Kaleidoscope Cafe, both before downtown events - so this is an Early Bird Review!
Staff - extremely friendly and accomodating - yes, it's easy to do when the place is almost empty at 5:30pm, but it is appreciated nonetheless!
The food here is amazing. Every dish, both times.
Duck Cannolli with pistashio dust - stuffed with tender, juicy duck.
Deep Fried Gnocchi were very light and the marinara was so flavorful that I was compelled to eat a forkful by itself.
The salads are all beautiful, unique and tasty.
The Cow Jumped over the Blue Moon is a pasta dish that I have seen twice - both times receiving high praises.
I have had the Scallops and the Michigan Chicken Pot Pit - both were yummy.
Here's another thing - The Menu. The Kaleidoscope Menu is extremely descriptive. This is very helpful when ordering. One friend has a no-thanks issue with beets, the other amore significant issue with walnuts - neither were hindered in choice because they were able to request those items left out. LOVE A DESCRIPTIVE MENU!
Parking is not awesome, even at 5:30pm on Thursday. Wouldn't guess at how busy they would be if this were not a factor.
Great place when heading into the city from the east and worth the trip across the city from the west!