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| - Brilliant Breakfast Joint!
I have to say, if it was not for the raving reviews, I would never in a million years have entered this restaurant. Because from the outside, it is basically a worn & tired hole in the wall. The theme carries through to inside; it is basically an old home that was never ever renovated.
Right away though, you are reminded it is not just a house; the kitchen is located dead centre of the first floor and you can see and smell what is cooking the moment you walk in. Even though the whole place looked a little tatty, I love open kitchens so right away I was more relaxed.
Boy oh boy, was the place ever packed. And we arrived at lunch time! The staff were all young and looked like downtown locals, but were very friendly and attentive.
There are seatings both on the first and the second floor. Going up and down the staircase can be somewhat of a challenge, because it is steep and narrow. There are also food servers buzzing through, so keep an eye out or you might wear someone's breakfast!
The place is decorated with articles, photos and magazines from the 50's. The tables were from that ugly early 80s era (or pretty, depending on your tastes) which in the context worked out very nicely.
Let's talk about food. Ooooh so delicious. Since everything sounded so good, the four of us split up and ordered something different from the menu.
Waffles - Ooooh yeah. Totally rocks. Crispy outside, fluffy inside and probably Willy Wonka's favourite.
French Toast - Nice thick homemade slices, accompanied by poached pear and sprinkled with cinnamon and icing sugar. Yummo.
Breakfast "Pocket" - A sandwich with scrambled eggs, peameal bacon, caramelized onions, garlic mayo and tomatoes. The sidekick was a potato salad that was equally impressive, with dijon and dill notes.
Traditional Breakfast - Scrambled eggs, bacon and home fries. Executed very nicely; the bacon was thick and crispy, eggs were ultra fluffy and the home fries were well seasoned.
This place really shames the popular chain breakfast restaurants. It also sets itself apart from the typical drabby scene that makes you want to go back into bed; this place encourages you to wake up and go.
I am a fan for sure.
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