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| - Heard of this place plenty of times, didn't really know what to expect. Since we're trying to avoid mad traffic in the Dilworth area due to Greek Festival, my friend and I headed to Piedmont Row for brunch instead. Granted I didn't have expectations, I guess I'm just one of those people who aren't easily impressed.
Decor/atmosphere: simple, cafe-like, bright and appealing, causal dressy if that's such a thing... nice high ceiling showcasing the upper level seating... feel bad for food runners who have to climb those stairs
Menu: extensive breakfast/lunch options, maybe a little too extensive because it was hard to make a decision. Most items are low to mid $10s during breakfast/brunch/lunch time
Food: I'm a soup freak... can't pass on a blue crab bisque. It was creamy, lumps of yummy fresh crab meat, and OMG salty! That's an achievement of its kind for me to think something is high sodium (maybe not a good kind of achievement). Finished it still... but really could have held back the salt. I ordered the Fried Oysters Spinach Salad... the thing is HUGE. I swear there's a pound of spinach in that bowl. Tons of oysters. Impressive looking. But unfortunately they went too heavy handed on the vinaigrette. The menu said hot bacon vinaigrette. As much as you and I know, it's easy to taste bacon. Somehow they managed to cover up all things bacon, caramelized onions & sauteed mushrooms... the main reasons I ordered the salad besides the oysters. The oysters didn't disappoint... but not enough to save the dish. For $12.50, it's a big portion, but I can't say the taste justify for it.
Service:Ok. Little slow on the water refill. Coffee was amazing though. Reminded me of Italy.
In conclusion, I was little disappointed by the food. I know they're known for their red velvet waffle... but I should be able to order something else that isn't sweet and still be yummy. The menu is a little pricey for "cafe" (especially for dinner). Another good looking place in Charlotte that didn't deliver in the food department.
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