Chic, bold decor and a nice, attentive waitstaff. It’s hard to notice this place, slipped between a few other Asian restaurants, but it’s incredibly spacious inside.
The favorite stir fry was creamy and mild, but it was the tempura fish that really did it for me. Sweet and salty and with a pinch of spice. Add some fluffy white rice to that (and a glass or three of Gewürztraminer) and I am good to go. The mushroom and chicken soup we had beforehand is maybe worth trying. It’s sour and savory but doesn’t have much else besides mushroom and chicken.
Bonus points for it being in the lovely Queen Anne.
Who knew that there was a difference between gianduia (chocolate hazelnut) and plain old hazelnut? Apparently, there is a heavenly difference. Get it on a waffle or sugar cone and consider your day complete.
The cashier/waitress/person at the counter could’ve been a little more cheerful. How could she be so grumpy in a place like that?
Cute little place tucked away near Pike Place Market. I had one of the few vegetarian options, it seemed–the quiche du jour. Flakey crust and not dry at all. Served with a simple side salad. I enjoyed the texture but thought that it could’ve been a little more flavorful.
I would recommend getting an order of pomme frites and sharing it with a friend. Because as good as they are, esepcially with the garlic aioli, one basket is just way too much. Very tasty though. And did I mention the garlic aioli???
Brunch, I hear, is even better. Can’t wait to go back.
