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| - Essence is adorable. Sadly, it's next to a strip mall, but the restaurant itself has outdoor seating (which we had to stalk... it's a bit small) and a nice atmosphere. The staff are friendly and you just order and find a table; since our order took a bit longish, they gave us a few free croissants which was wonderful! It didn't stop us from buying as much in pastries as we had in what most term "real" food, but it was a nice gesture.
I rarely eat red meat, but because of the local/grass-fed advertisement, I had to try their bleu cheese burger... and everyone else at the table was mega jeals. ;) Juicy, flavorful, and with a balsamic mayo that gave it just a hint of bitter. The salad with it was fresh and also yummy. Portions aren't huge... my friend had the grilled cheese and that was a bit tiny and not overwhelmingly cheesey.
But I digress... the pastries. Ah yes. We had a caramel macaroon which tasted like a crack-based sugar cookie, an almond croissant which was a bit lemony, cinnamon butter roll-ball things (essentially donut holes), and a chocolate cookie (which was hardish but somehow still addictively delicious).
Overall, while pricey, I would tell you to get the exact same things I got and you will be happy. :) The teas are refreshing and the food is deeeeelicious. Enjoy!
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