This high traffic spot has been dusted off with a fresh new interior, well decorated and welcoming from the exterior. By appearances it seems to fit in well with the neighborhood. I wanted to love it because they did a great job with the space, but the menu and portions need some real work.
I visited with my wife and another couple. We ordered,
- Goat cheese and tomatoe flan: Tasty but the portion was more starter or snack than lunch and came with nothing else.
- Bagel and cream cheese with smoked salmon: Pedestrian and missing anything to want us to come back for.
- Roasted Veg. and Goat Cheese Sandwich: The highlight of the lunch was satisfying but again portion was short and more snack than lunch.
- Tourtiere and tossed salad: While the tourtiere was forgivable the tossed salad was not. Withered lettuce with grit, had no seasoning and overripe cherry tomatoes.
They have a few other salads in the display and some desserts. Again very pedestrian attempts and nothing that will garner a loyal following. Given that they opened very recently (Mid-September 2009) I would normally say I would go back in a month or so once they had worked out all the kinks. Unfortunately, I don't think it is worth the price of admission. Taxes and tip included for four our bill came to $50.00 and we left very hungry and less than satisfied. There are a large number of options close by and I think that the owners should have done a bit more homework.
I wish them all the best but we probably won't be back again.
Will post pictures of menu as they have no website yet, or table menus.