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| - I have some odd, unexplained affinity for brunch. Something about eating eggs yet not having to wake so early for them gets me excited. As much as I love brunch, my brother outshines me in this respect tenfold. Every time I leave the house for it or come home from it, he seems to always criticize my choice in restaurant - usually exclaiming "What about Rise & Shine? They're so much better". Well David S., I finally tried them, and jesus! Why didn't I listen to you before?
A coworker and I decided to catch up over some brunch (she, too, shares my love for breakfast foods at normal people hours). After wavering in between this place and another establishment, we finally just took my brother's advice. The service was a bit slow at first, but was amazing once it picked up. Our waitress, Nicole (I believe that's her name) was so sweet and very attentive. Usually, I always gulp four glasses of water prior to the start of any meal. She was on top of her game - making conversation and filling our waters promptly.
To the food, we had both ordered the Baked Blueberry Croissant French Toast. When it came out, I think we were both about to die. This dish is not for the faint of heart or those struck with blueberry indifference. Literally, the dish was unrecognizable underneath the mound of blueberries. What croissant are you talking about? If that wasn't enough, there's a ramekin of the same blueberry sauce on the side! Jesus. One bite in, and I was in love. The blueberry sauce, candied walnuts, and croissant were euphoric. Not overtly sweet, just tart enough, with the perfect crunch and nuttiness of the walnuts. The portion is perfect for the price. I ended up taking half of it home in order to both save my waistline and taunt my brother by affecting his.
We had meandered a bit afterwards, inflicted with the pains of a food coma. Multiple people, other than our waitress, had stopped by for lively banter and to check up on the meal. Management was positively delightful - so genuinely sweet without any schmooze.
Weeks later, I still feel somewhat guilty. Indulgence at its best is definitely what you'll find here. Unfortunately for me, the only occasion I can bring myself to come back here for will be my birthday - my waistline will thank me.
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