Brittany F.
Yelp
I visited Cafe Lift on a rainy Saturday morning for brunch at 10 AM, prosecco in hand. They don't take reservations, so I got there a little earlier than the rest of my party of 7 and asked to reserve a table. Despite the torrential rain, there was a steady stream of people in and out of the restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised when they told me they would have my table ready shortly. My friends arrived shortly after, but the two of us who arrived first were escorted to the table, and the very sweet man at the front told us there was no rush.
Our server, Julian, was at our table in no time and was extremely attentive throughout our entire time there. I ordered a black coffee, which was delicious but not as hot as I would have liked and some grapefruit juice for my prosecco. Once everyone arrived, Julian was willing to answer any menu questions and offer suggestions. I settled on the Lemon Ricotta pancakes and a spicy fennel sausage. These may have been the best pancakes I have EVER had. I'm definitely more of a waffle person, and these pancakes could convert me. They were perfectly cooked, incredibly flavored, and just perfection. The spicy fennel sausage was also delicious. It's definitely spicy but not at all overpowering the flavor.
We were there for my friend's 40th, so before our food actually came out, they brought us French toast with a candle in it! It was really good and, again, I'm a waffle person, so color me surprised.
I really liked Cafe Lift. I'd love to go back. I went with 6 other women, and I think it's the perfect place for a girl's brunch. I don't know that I'd take my kids. The ambiance was bright, and the decor was simple but very warm and inviting.