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| - So my partner and I were looking for a place to have our outrageously late dinner (it was past midnight) and we decided to give the Thompson a try.
The decor is really nice. It has that retro style with a nice modern and hip touch. As soon as we entered, we were greeted and we were seated promptly. There is some TV's showing sport channels and some chill music in the backround. The lights are dimmed, making a very relax and cozy atmosphere.
Our server was very polite, attentive and made sure our drinks were always replenished on time. Only thing; when he told my partner the type of potatoes he could get with his meal, my partner asked which ones he thought would compliment the dish the best. To which the server said ; "It's only potatoes". Not the best answer when you serve two foodies.
For night, the menu offers good variety and the prices are fine, given it's a more upscale setting.
I chose the Fried chicken with Jalapenos Waffles and syrup (3/5). The dish was well executed but it was lacking some syrup. It only covered half of the waffle. The waffle itself was delicious and so was the chicken. Portion was OK, regular size, but since it was in the "Overly big mains dishes" section, I was hoping for bigger.
Partner had the 3 way omelette, with house potatoes, asparagus and turkey sausage (4/5). Nicely presented, again the portion wasn't spectacular. Bread was good, it just lacked a little bit more of spice to get a perfect note.
Another thing we observed; it took an eternity to get served! 25 minutes. Enough for me to believe they were raising a chick, have it lay an egg for my partner's omelette, then kill it and make the chicken for my waffle. We were 8 patrons in the place! That's something they should work on. And something you should be aware of if you are in a hurry.
I would return, it's nice, conveniently located near were I live and good service and food. IF they can work on speediness and portions it will be even better.
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