Essence has really, really good French-style pastries and good coffee/espressos. It would be 5 stars for these things. Their chocolate croissant (my litmus test for a good bakery) is the best I've found in the area. I also enjoy the light and airy ambiance.
Unfortunately, I have been disappointed with the two breakfasts I have tried. The French eggs were so full of mustard seed they were difficult to eat, and the caramel sauce for the French toast was just not very good (though the brioche bread it was made out of was). I might try something for lunch soon, but when I am here for breakfast again I will stick with a chocolate croissant and latte.