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| - Shame on me for not acquiescing to the frequent requests by my gf to hit up one of the most alluring valley cafes. The Paisley Violin is gills full of progressive and retro designs and a charmingly simplistic menu of favorites, including eggwiches, croissants, sandwiches, salads, and plates containing VERY fresh ingredients like organic vegetables, cheeses, cured meats, hummus, and a variety of sauces to name just a very minimal amount. The prices are lower than what would be considered 'reasonable' and the service is quick and attentive but not overbearing.
However, the REAL reason to visit The Paisley Violin is for the incredible ambiance, whether you sit inside in its darkened labyrinth of art, books, and counter snacks, or outside on its expansive, heavily shaded patio, complete with an artistic fountain and 6 tiny and freshly brightened bungalow houses in a pseudo shopping district right there in their back yard. According to our server one house will contain a flower shop; one, a bookstore; and the another, a tobacco shop. The other three are TBD. It is a brilliant concept, which makes their back patio seem infused with organic commerce and street life, but without being invasive or 'busy'. I absolutely cannot wait for these places to open, sipping a chai latte with a shot of espresso (my gf's signature drink called a 'dirty chai latte') and gazing at these magnificent store fronts, each painted in a wide palate.
One other note: The Paisley Violin is no longer BYOB, as they are awaiting the lead-legs of the city to approve, get this, their LIQUOR LICENSE! Fans of The Paisley Violin will appreciate that spirits will now be available -- although bringing your own vino to the back patio seemed like one hell of a bargain to rent their space for the evening.
I am eagerly awaiting when alcohol will be allowed back on the premises because this place will be the gem of downtown.
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