Komi
1509 17th Street NW
http://www.komirestaurant.com/
I am a glutton for inventive food, so when we received an invitation from a friend to dine at Komi, I re-arranged all of my plans. Ok, I had no plans really, but ever since chef Johnny Monis was named one of the best new chefs by Food and Wine magazine, it has been near impossible to get in the door. I wasn't going to pass up this opportunity.
And I am sure glad I didn't. This meal was one of the best I've had in my eight years in D.C. and I liken it a bit to Obelisk - another fixed price menu of delicious yet unpretentious food featuring unique combinations of ingredients. Like, Obelisk, I felt like I had arrived at a friend's house when I entered Komi. It is small and unassuming on the inside and you are made to feel like the guest of honor. Tables are spread out enough that you can have your own conversation and dining experience without feeling infringed upon by your neighbor.
Komi offers a fixed price menu - either you choose from several options per section or have the chef prepare a tasting menu for you, of his choosing but as is typical, the entire table must oblige to this second option. We decided to select our own and add the wine pairings. We were in for a treat. The staff was so very knowledgeable about each ingredient and the sommelier fully explained the wine offerings to us, at the start of each new course.
First course: a selection of mezzethakia (in my best Greek, roughly translates to small bites). I think we each received 8 and this course incorporated two wine pairings. [A note on the wine pairings: these are FULL glasses of wine which translates to an excellent deal but a heavy night of drinking. Be forewarned that I don't have the best recollection of the later courses... ] Highlights from the mezzethakia: a date that literally melts in your mouth, watermelon with whipped feta topped with a hazelnut, and an oxtail pita "sandwich". One diner in our party is a vegetarian and each meat based mezzethakia had a vegetable based equivalent that both looked the same and contained similar flavors (the oxtail pita translated to a wild mushroom pita - both dense and earthy flavors).
The second course featured a selection of pastas. I selected the local corn ravioli with summer truffles and langoustines and others at our table enjoyed the Gorgonzola ravioli with pears and almonds and the tagliatelle with guanciale and blueberries.
For our main entree, I shared the bronzino for two which was delicately cooked in a typical Mediterranean style of olive oil and lemon and accompanied by a side of garlicky chard. Prior to this course, the waitress came out to present the whole fish to us before it was filleted and said that the chef would like to know whether we wanted the head served for its fleshy cheek meat. Apparently a delicacy, but we declined. It was at this point that I believe I caught of glimpse of Chef Monis working hard in the kitchen. It was something of a celebrity sighting to me.
Dessert had a plethora of exciting options, but I finally settled on the Greek doughnuts, bathed in honey with a side of chocolate mousse for dipping. They were light and airy and the perfect note on which to end my meal.
Our bill arrived with four lollipops wrapped in wax paper. Flavor of the evening was something with saffron and citrus. After a delicious meal and five glasses of wine, with a lollipop stick sticking out of my mouth, I felt as happy as a kid in a candy shop.
I hope to have this experience again. I'll make sure to reserve at table early.
**** (out of 4 stars)
20% tip: While the wines were paired quite nicely with the meal, be careful how much you drink. The food is too good to be forgotten the next morning.
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Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Thursday, June 28, 2007
30 going on 12
I got carded at a restaurant last night for the second time in recent memory. I was out with my husband and my mother-in-law, which incidentally was the same company I was keeping the first time around. The scary part... I'm sure the waitress thought I was my husband's younger sister and we were out with our mom.
Now that I've turned 30, though, I've decided to take a different approach. And instead of getting huffy about it all, I just laugh it off. Maybe even make the waitress uncomfortable by joking, "Did you think I was his sister?" as I emit one of those "ha, ha, ha" laughs. (That's mean, I realize, and I've never worked in food service, and I do know she is just doing her job. If it is any consolation to me, she did look embarassed to have to ask.)
The problem is, I don't know how else to try to look older. I dress professionally during the day and stylishly at night. I wear heels to make my 5' 2" frame appear taller. I just got a sleek new haircut. I've been blessed to have never found a gray hair or wrinkle - yet. The only thing I can think of is that I'm flat-chested. Very. And I've got no plans to do anything about it. Ever. So, if that's what is holding me back from joining the ranks of my 30 year old looking peers, so be it. Guess I'll just have to get used to carrying around my ID - for the rest of my life.
Now that I've turned 30, though, I've decided to take a different approach. And instead of getting huffy about it all, I just laugh it off. Maybe even make the waitress uncomfortable by joking, "Did you think I was his sister?" as I emit one of those "ha, ha, ha" laughs. (That's mean, I realize, and I've never worked in food service, and I do know she is just doing her job. If it is any consolation to me, she did look embarassed to have to ask.)
The problem is, I don't know how else to try to look older. I dress professionally during the day and stylishly at night. I wear heels to make my 5' 2" frame appear taller. I just got a sleek new haircut. I've been blessed to have never found a gray hair or wrinkle - yet. The only thing I can think of is that I'm flat-chested. Very. And I've got no plans to do anything about it. Ever. So, if that's what is holding me back from joining the ranks of my 30 year old looking peers, so be it. Guess I'll just have to get used to carrying around my ID - for the rest of my life.
Monday, May 14, 2007
To market, to market!
14th and U is getting a farmer's market! Or, maybe we always had a farmer's market, but it is news to me. [update: looks like there has been a market at this location in the past, but on Wednesdays.] Starting June 2, and every Saturday through the summer from 10am-2pm, local vendors will be selling their home-grown fruits and veggies just mere blocks from where I live (specifically outside of the Reeves Center). See ya Whole Foods; Safeway, I shun you. I've got the real deal now.
To me, going "to market" is such a satisfying activity, and brings me back to simpler times, or even to memories of some places I've visited in Europe. For a moment, gone are the days of chain brand supermarkets and whole sale consumer clubs. You get to meet a face behind the food you purchase, perhaps even hear a story or two. You get to support a farmer - directly. And delight in selecting a vegetable or fruit that may not look perfect on the outside, but you know that it will be the most delicious one you've tasted in quite some time.
And there is something to be said about cooking "in season." We live in a temperate climate, but that doesn't mean that certain produce should be available year-round. It is nice to relish in the delight that summer tomatoes and peaches are on their way, and to remember with fondness the winter root vegetables of yesterday's stews. A farmer's market allows you this luxury. Everything on display is in season - no hesitation - because it comes from a farm just a stone's throw away.
So, I rejoiced when I read the news last night on an inconspicuous flyer outside of the old Companion Pet Store. A farmer’s market – in MY neighborhood. You know where I’ll be on June 2.
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Expenses (on the road to saving something)
- May 10:
- Nordstrom: $32.00
- May 11:
- Breakfast: $2.50
- Lunch: $8.00
- Iced tea: $2.00
- May 12:
- CVS: $3.50
- May 13:
- NJ Turnpike: $13.50
total to date: $521.09
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Coppi's Organic Restaurant: A Taste of Real Italy
Coppi's Organic Restaurant
1414 U Street, NW
http://www.coppisorganic.com/
Coppi's is one of those restaurants that I've grown to love over the past few years. When I first moved into the neighborhood and prior to my really understanding "organic" and all that it meant, I thought that Coppi's was a place for Whole Foods Vegetarians. Yes, I realize how completely naive this thought was (and truly, I've never passed up a vegetable so what's the big deal), but in the interest of full disclosure, I'm putting it out there. Since, I don't consider myself a WFV, I would always pass it by without much of a second thought.
Then, as it happens so often, my pre-conceived notions are shattered in the blink of an eye. Through some force of the universe, I was invited to Coppi's with some good friends of ours and my world was changed. Upon entering the dimly lit restaurant, my first intake of the Italian aromas awoke my senses like a hammer to the head. The smell of toasty wood-fired pizzas and savory cream sauces filled the air.
If you don't have a reservation, you can plan to wait by the bar for a while before being seated - but this is a great place to indulge in a chianti and the Piatto Salumaio platter (an antipasto with smoked salmon, smoked mozzarella, prosciutto, calabrian salami, and San Remo olives). It is complemented by a really delicious focaccia bread.
At the table, you'll have the chance to peruse the menu. It is not huge, overwhelming, or even downright unmanageable (a la Buca di Beppo) - al contrario, you can tell that a lot of planning went into the food selection and while there are only 5 or so pastas and entrees to choose from, the menu is accompanied by an ever-changing list of specials, which I find have consistently proven to be top notch choices.
The salads are excellent and most likely because they are organic. The lettuce and vegetables are crisp like they are right off the farm. My favorite salad is the Condijun, a traditional Ligurian salad of roasted red peppers, cucumber, bliss potato, olives, and red onion. It is a beautiful marriage of flavors.
You'll find more pizza options than pastas and entrees and the best part about the pizzas are the wide variety of choices. Get a few to share and everyone at your table will be happy. Everything from a standard margherita pizza to more inventive options such as the Genovese (basil pesto, shrimp, fresh mozzarella, pine nuts) or the Merguez (lamb sausage, ricotta, cucumber, onion, rosemary, garlic, tomato sauce). One of my favorites is the Soppressata with salami, ricotta, mozzarella, mint, parsley, cremini mushroom, red onion. The salami arrives with crispy edges from the wood burning oven.
But save room for dessert - if you love nutella as much as I do, then you must indulge in the Calzone Di Nutella. Yes, it is pizza dough stuffed with nutella and yes it is to die for. Another popular and delicious option is the Caffe Viennese with Illy espresso poured over house made fiordilatte ice cream with fresh whipped cream and Dutch chocolate powder. Order up a cappuccino and you'll feel like you're in a cafe in Florence.
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On the road to saving something:
May 9:
1414 U Street, NW
http://www.coppisorganic.com/
Coppi's is one of those restaurants that I've grown to love over the past few years. When I first moved into the neighborhood and prior to my really understanding "organic" and all that it meant, I thought that Coppi's was a place for Whole Foods Vegetarians. Yes, I realize how completely naive this thought was (and truly, I've never passed up a vegetable so what's the big deal), but in the interest of full disclosure, I'm putting it out there. Since, I don't consider myself a WFV, I would always pass it by without much of a second thought.
Then, as it happens so often, my pre-conceived notions are shattered in the blink of an eye. Through some force of the universe, I was invited to Coppi's with some good friends of ours and my world was changed. Upon entering the dimly lit restaurant, my first intake of the Italian aromas awoke my senses like a hammer to the head. The smell of toasty wood-fired pizzas and savory cream sauces filled the air.
If you don't have a reservation, you can plan to wait by the bar for a while before being seated - but this is a great place to indulge in a chianti and the Piatto Salumaio platter (an antipasto with smoked salmon, smoked mozzarella, prosciutto, calabrian salami, and San Remo olives). It is complemented by a really delicious focaccia bread.
At the table, you'll have the chance to peruse the menu. It is not huge, overwhelming, or even downright unmanageable (a la Buca di Beppo) - al contrario, you can tell that a lot of planning went into the food selection and while there are only 5 or so pastas and entrees to choose from, the menu is accompanied by an ever-changing list of specials, which I find have consistently proven to be top notch choices.
The salads are excellent and most likely because they are organic. The lettuce and vegetables are crisp like they are right off the farm. My favorite salad is the Condijun, a traditional Ligurian salad of roasted red peppers, cucumber, bliss potato, olives, and red onion. It is a beautiful marriage of flavors.
You'll find more pizza options than pastas and entrees and the best part about the pizzas are the wide variety of choices. Get a few to share and everyone at your table will be happy. Everything from a standard margherita pizza to more inventive options such as the Genovese (basil pesto, shrimp, fresh mozzarella, pine nuts) or the Merguez (lamb sausage, ricotta, cucumber, onion, rosemary, garlic, tomato sauce). One of my favorites is the Soppressata with salami, ricotta, mozzarella, mint, parsley, cremini mushroom, red onion. The salami arrives with crispy edges from the wood burning oven.
But save room for dessert - if you love nutella as much as I do, then you must indulge in the Calzone Di Nutella. Yes, it is pizza dough stuffed with nutella and yes it is to die for. Another popular and delicious option is the Caffe Viennese with Illy espresso poured over house made fiordilatte ice cream with fresh whipped cream and Dutch chocolate powder. Order up a cappuccino and you'll feel like you're in a cafe in Florence.
*** (out of 4 stars)
20% tip: order food to share, everyone will want a taste of yours.
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On the road to saving something:
May 9:
- Happy Hour/Dinner: $20
Thursday, May 03, 2007
Indebleu: Not Quite There
Indebleu
707 G Street, NW
www.indebleu.net
Sorry this is so long overdue. Several weeks ago, at this point, we decided to go out to dinner after a late afternoon round of golf. With something more casual and close by in mind, we had our hearts set on one of our favorite restaurants in the city, Merkado - but we had waited too long and they were booked for the night. A quick search on Open Table indicated that Indebleu had an opening for two and it had been on our list to try for a while. Bonus! A bit more of an “outing” than we had anticipated, we hopped in a cab to Chinatown.
We entered into the “chicly” appointed lounge – which incidentally was a stop during my bachelorette party – and I learned that the restaurant was actually upstairs. I had no idea! It was a much larger space than I expected, which is perhaps why we could get availability so late in the game. It was an interesting crowd that night. We were the youngest by about 20 years and most of the patrons seemed to be tourists, those who would stay at the across the street Hotel Monaco, not those taking the DC Duck Tour.
We snuggled into our table for two and began to look through the menu, which is set up as a four course meal – first, second, main and dessert – although anything can be ordered a la carte. They had a chef’s tasting menu, a three course ($55) and a four course ($69) price fixed menu with most options celebrating a marriage of french and indian flavors. Wavering between the three and four course options, we ultimately decided to “craft our own” thinking that we weren’t all that hungry and that with the courses we had our eyes on, it would be a cheaper option anyway. We decided on three appetizers to share, two main courses, and one dessert.
It is unfortunate, sometimes, that the memory of a dining experience is impacted more by the quality of service rather than the quality of the food. And even more unfortunate that this was our experience with Indebleu. [Disclaimer: I did enjoy my entree very much, my husband’s was far less than exciting, and the service was just poor all around.] Our main complaint was with the wine service – we ordered a bottle of white wine, which was kept on ice, but in no real proximity to our table. Our server was often no where to be found, so we found ourselves waiting an inordinate amount of time between pours, meaning that we drank most of our wine after our meals were already done. In addition, my husband had ordered a glass of red wine to drink with his braised veal shank. It arrived with our dessert. [Disclaimer #2: our waiter did comp the glass of wine, without our asking.]
But, on to the food. For our appetizers we ordered the shrimp samosa – recommended by our waiter (basil shrimp samosa, tomato almond marmalade with sun choke puree), the tuna tartar (crispy papadom, sunburst mustards and beet relish), and the lobster and lump crab tower (marinated mango, pine nuts and curry oil.) Everything came neatly appointed and in threes. Although small, there was plenty and it was easy to share. The samosas had a kick to them and were a bit on the dry side, but the flavors were interesting. The two cold appetizers were very clean tasting, great palette cleansers after the spicy samosa.
For our entrees we ordered the veal shank roganjosh (slow braised veal shank with ratatoiuille tortellini, kumquat chutney and garlic mash) and the tandoori rack of lamb (with green lentil ragout, grilled portobello and sauce mojito.) My husband had the veal shank – anything braised is an automatic choice and usually an instant favorite for him. Not so this time around. I’ve never seen a veal shank so fatty – and I know it is a fatty piece of meat, but usually after braising for so long, the fat has melted into delicious little tendrils of juice, flavored with the chef’s marinade of choice. I would say about half of this shank was inedible. The tortellini was small and more of a garnish on top of the veal shank than any integral part to the meal. The rack of lamb, though, was very nice. Presented as one lamb chop, I’m not sure I would classify it as a rack, but it was tasty nevertheless. Cooked medium rare, it was very tender and juicy and nicely complemented in taste and texture by the lentil ragout. The mojito sauce was mild and sweet.
The dessert options did not blow me away, but since we had the glass of red wine to finish, we decided to order something anyway. We went with the “spaghetti and meatballs,” a clever take on the traditional indian gulab jamun, served with saffron ice cream. The gulab jamun, a lightly fried sweet dough, was run through a pasta maker at our tableside. Served with a scoop of ice cream, it did resemble spaghetti.
I'm sorry that I did not have a more memorable experience at Indebleu because I think the restaurant really has potential. French and Indian flavors do go so nicely together, but for the image the restaurant portrays, it seems they need to kick it up a notch. Bam!
*1/2 (out of 4 stars)
20% tip: don't carve out this experience for a special occasion, you may be disappointed.
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Expenses:
707 G Street, NW
www.indebleu.net
Sorry this is so long overdue. Several weeks ago, at this point, we decided to go out to dinner after a late afternoon round of golf. With something more casual and close by in mind, we had our hearts set on one of our favorite restaurants in the city, Merkado - but we had waited too long and they were booked for the night. A quick search on Open Table indicated that Indebleu had an opening for two and it had been on our list to try for a while. Bonus! A bit more of an “outing” than we had anticipated, we hopped in a cab to Chinatown.
We entered into the “chicly” appointed lounge – which incidentally was a stop during my bachelorette party – and I learned that the restaurant was actually upstairs. I had no idea! It was a much larger space than I expected, which is perhaps why we could get availability so late in the game. It was an interesting crowd that night. We were the youngest by about 20 years and most of the patrons seemed to be tourists, those who would stay at the across the street Hotel Monaco, not those taking the DC Duck Tour.
We snuggled into our table for two and began to look through the menu, which is set up as a four course meal – first, second, main and dessert – although anything can be ordered a la carte. They had a chef’s tasting menu, a three course ($55) and a four course ($69) price fixed menu with most options celebrating a marriage of french and indian flavors. Wavering between the three and four course options, we ultimately decided to “craft our own” thinking that we weren’t all that hungry and that with the courses we had our eyes on, it would be a cheaper option anyway. We decided on three appetizers to share, two main courses, and one dessert.
It is unfortunate, sometimes, that the memory of a dining experience is impacted more by the quality of service rather than the quality of the food. And even more unfortunate that this was our experience with Indebleu. [Disclaimer: I did enjoy my entree very much, my husband’s was far less than exciting, and the service was just poor all around.] Our main complaint was with the wine service – we ordered a bottle of white wine, which was kept on ice, but in no real proximity to our table. Our server was often no where to be found, so we found ourselves waiting an inordinate amount of time between pours, meaning that we drank most of our wine after our meals were already done. In addition, my husband had ordered a glass of red wine to drink with his braised veal shank. It arrived with our dessert. [Disclaimer #2: our waiter did comp the glass of wine, without our asking.]
But, on to the food. For our appetizers we ordered the shrimp samosa – recommended by our waiter (basil shrimp samosa, tomato almond marmalade with sun choke puree), the tuna tartar (crispy papadom, sunburst mustards and beet relish), and the lobster and lump crab tower (marinated mango, pine nuts and curry oil.) Everything came neatly appointed and in threes. Although small, there was plenty and it was easy to share. The samosas had a kick to them and were a bit on the dry side, but the flavors were interesting. The two cold appetizers were very clean tasting, great palette cleansers after the spicy samosa.
For our entrees we ordered the veal shank roganjosh (slow braised veal shank with ratatoiuille tortellini, kumquat chutney and garlic mash) and the tandoori rack of lamb (with green lentil ragout, grilled portobello and sauce mojito.) My husband had the veal shank – anything braised is an automatic choice and usually an instant favorite for him. Not so this time around. I’ve never seen a veal shank so fatty – and I know it is a fatty piece of meat, but usually after braising for so long, the fat has melted into delicious little tendrils of juice, flavored with the chef’s marinade of choice. I would say about half of this shank was inedible. The tortellini was small and more of a garnish on top of the veal shank than any integral part to the meal. The rack of lamb, though, was very nice. Presented as one lamb chop, I’m not sure I would classify it as a rack, but it was tasty nevertheless. Cooked medium rare, it was very tender and juicy and nicely complemented in taste and texture by the lentil ragout. The mojito sauce was mild and sweet.
The dessert options did not blow me away, but since we had the glass of red wine to finish, we decided to order something anyway. We went with the “spaghetti and meatballs,” a clever take on the traditional indian gulab jamun, served with saffron ice cream. The gulab jamun, a lightly fried sweet dough, was run through a pasta maker at our tableside. Served with a scoop of ice cream, it did resemble spaghetti.
I'm sorry that I did not have a more memorable experience at Indebleu because I think the restaurant really has potential. French and Indian flavors do go so nicely together, but for the image the restaurant portrays, it seems they need to kick it up a notch. Bam!
*1/2 (out of 4 stars)
20% tip: don't carve out this experience for a special occasion, you may be disappointed.
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Expenses:
- May 2:
$9 Grocery Store
$3.25 Iced Coffee
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Busboys and Poets: ready when you are
Busboys and Poets
2021 14th Street, NW
http://www.busboysandpoets.com/
Don't even get me started on the lack of breakfast places open early enough for me on a weekend morning. I'm 30 now, and not sleeping in 'till noon anymore. But, I'm also not driving out to the 'burbs to hit up the Silver Diner. I need something local and convenient. A roll out of bed, walk a few blocks kind of place. The Diner in Adams Morgan, although typically a short drive for us in the mornings, is always way too crowded. And you know why? Because they are the ONLY early morning breakfast establishment in the city. You can wind up getting there early and waiting until 10 or 10:30 and by that time, something closer to you is almost open. DC restaurant proprietors need to consider this growing generation of people who have settled down a bit from their college fraternity days but who are not yet chasing the kids around the house with dark, heavy bags under their eyes.
Busboys and Poets halfway solves the problem. They are within walking distance from my house and they open at 10am on weekends. Now, its not quite 8 or 9am like I would prefer, but it is a full hour before the majority of restaurants that open at 11am.
B&P is also so much more than a restaurant. They have a bookstore, a bar, an area where they screen movies, they also hold open mic nights, benefits, and author events. It is a true community gathering place, with a crowd as diverse as you would expect given the "something for everybody" nature of the place. Their programs typically have a liberal activism quality to them and their bookstore challenges you to "rethink the world beyond the headlines." You can lounge on a comfy couch or sit at a more formal table setting and it is the kind of place where no one would think twice if you were sitting alone with your Post and a cup of joe or struggling through the awkward moments of a blind date. The atmosphere is a mix between a coffee shop and a casual lounge and welcoming to all people.
The brunch here is decent. The menu is not huge, but I do believe it has expanded recently and I'm always happy to see a brunch place offer lighter fare, such as granola, yogurt and fruit. You'll have several omelets and benedicts to choose from, french toast and waffles too. And you really can't go wrong with whatever you choose. The service is quite pleasant and timely and you may even strike up a conversation with your neighbor while you wait (the tables are arranged fairly close to each other but even more the reason why this restaurant breathes a sigh of community).
The full lunch menu is also available during the brunch hours and by far the best marriage of brunch and lunch is the peanut butter and banana panini, which comes drizzled (on the inside) with organic honey. It is to die for. Paired with a side of fruit, and you'll have enough energy to go out and change the world.
***(out of 4)
20% tip: for whatever the occasion, you'll find what you are looking for at Busboys and Poets.
2021 14th Street, NW
http://www.busboysandpoets.com/
Don't even get me started on the lack of breakfast places open early enough for me on a weekend morning. I'm 30 now, and not sleeping in 'till noon anymore. But, I'm also not driving out to the 'burbs to hit up the Silver Diner. I need something local and convenient. A roll out of bed, walk a few blocks kind of place. The Diner in Adams Morgan, although typically a short drive for us in the mornings, is always way too crowded. And you know why? Because they are the ONLY early morning breakfast establishment in the city. You can wind up getting there early and waiting until 10 or 10:30 and by that time, something closer to you is almost open. DC restaurant proprietors need to consider this growing generation of people who have settled down a bit from their college fraternity days but who are not yet chasing the kids around the house with dark, heavy bags under their eyes.
Busboys and Poets halfway solves the problem. They are within walking distance from my house and they open at 10am on weekends. Now, its not quite 8 or 9am like I would prefer, but it is a full hour before the majority of restaurants that open at 11am.
B&P is also so much more than a restaurant. They have a bookstore, a bar, an area where they screen movies, they also hold open mic nights, benefits, and author events. It is a true community gathering place, with a crowd as diverse as you would expect given the "something for everybody" nature of the place. Their programs typically have a liberal activism quality to them and their bookstore challenges you to "rethink the world beyond the headlines." You can lounge on a comfy couch or sit at a more formal table setting and it is the kind of place where no one would think twice if you were sitting alone with your Post and a cup of joe or struggling through the awkward moments of a blind date. The atmosphere is a mix between a coffee shop and a casual lounge and welcoming to all people.
The brunch here is decent. The menu is not huge, but I do believe it has expanded recently and I'm always happy to see a brunch place offer lighter fare, such as granola, yogurt and fruit. You'll have several omelets and benedicts to choose from, french toast and waffles too. And you really can't go wrong with whatever you choose. The service is quite pleasant and timely and you may even strike up a conversation with your neighbor while you wait (the tables are arranged fairly close to each other but even more the reason why this restaurant breathes a sigh of community).
The full lunch menu is also available during the brunch hours and by far the best marriage of brunch and lunch is the peanut butter and banana panini, which comes drizzled (on the inside) with organic honey. It is to die for. Paired with a side of fruit, and you'll have enough energy to go out and change the world.
***(out of 4)
20% tip: for whatever the occasion, you'll find what you are looking for at Busboys and Poets.
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