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| - So yeah, I've been a fan of Nordstrom ever since I worked at the Paseo Nuevo Santa Barbara store (#344) over 20 years ago when I was in college. (Yikes!) They are widely known and respected for quality designer merchandise, diverse selection, and unparalleled customer service. But what some people don't realize is that their cafe is pretty amazing as well! Yes - their food!
At the Scottsdale Fashion Square store, the cafe is tucked away on the third floor next to the restrooms. From the sales floor, it looks like it would be pretty small. It is only once you go inside that you realize just how spacious this place is. Ordering is done "cafeteria style," though with the exception of soups and desserts, you don't actually pick up your food at the line - you get a table number and a server brings the food to you. Ok, so it's not a fine dining experience. But that's ok, because the quality and variety of the food more than make up for it. They have a wonderful selection of sandwiches, pastas, salads, and entrees, along with an absolutely decadent array of desserts. They even serve wine if you're so inclined.
On this last visit, my son and I went because he was craving their tomato basil soup. Tomato soup. I think it's worth mentioning that we do not live close to Scottsdale. This Nordstrom location is about 25 minutes away from our house. But in his mind, no one even comes close to making a tomato soup as good as they do at the Nordstrom Cafe. The soup is silky smooth, with a nice deep tomato tartness. It is served with a toasted crostini. My son likes to dip the crostinis in the soup, so we usually order an extra side of bread.
Tip: Ask for more crostinis!! They are so good!
I went with the mushroom ravioli. Seven wonderful pockets stuffed with a chopped/pureed mushroom fill, served with a creamy mushroom/sun-dried tomato sauce and topped with parmesan and fresh basil. At first, I was worried that seven raviolis would not be enough, but after savoring the last bite I had to admit that I was stuffed and completely satisfied.
The service was prompt and attentive and the overall experience was great.
With all the great things that Nordstrom has to offer, it sorta funny that the main reason my son and I drive across town to Fashion Square...is for the food!
Try it - you won't regret it!!
Oh, and the prices were pretty reasonable - our bill was under $20.
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