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| - I'm really trying to remember all the details of my brunch at the Bellevue this morning but, in truth, all I can think about is the bacon. I think I might actually have a crush on the Bellevue's bacon. Maple-y. Tender yet crispy. Generous. Smokey. Everything else was pretty darn good, but I would go back just for a plate of that pork. (And did I mention it's local and well-sourced?) Now I'm blushing.
We were welcomed by an earnest waiter (Toronto hipsters are so polite!) who gave us delicious, creamy americanos and gave us lots of advice on what to order. I opted for the omelette of the day (filled with roasted peppers, sweet caramelized onions, whole basil leaves and a hit of goat's cheese) that was generously served with fresh bread, avocado, tomato, homemade hot peppers and...did I mention the bacon?
My husband's veggie version of the El Special (cheesy eggs, tortillas, black beans and salsa) was decent but, as happens with so many veggie substitutions, it was a little meagre without the meat, yet they charged the same amount. Always a bit of a bummer.
Overall, a very good experience. The kitchen is a little slow, though, so bring a magazine to read or just watch the Kensington activity passing by.
Vegetarian score: 6.5/10. Some good options, but it's a crime vegetarians have to miss out on that bacon.
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