Jon T.
Yelp
Le Sel Bistro is probably our top eatery from our latest trip to Washington.
Please note that the hours listed on Yelp are currently incorrect - we arrived around 8 on a Friday, only to find that they open at 9. I submitted an edit to Yelp weeks ago so hopefully that changes soon. We took a quick walk to Wright Park and came back just after 9.
What a beautiful little cafe at the top of Tacoma. It's cozy and warm, with a stunning view from their garden seating. I'd recommend a reservation if possible, as the place filled up very quickly.
It was hard to choose what to eat as everything on the brunch menu sounded amazing. We settled on:
- Hardwood Smoked Bacon Omelet ($23) - Side of cheddar grits. Large serving (bigger than it looks!) of perfectly cooked bacon in a perfectly cooked omelet. Cheddar grits were so rich, and surprisingly, paired incredibly well with the fresh french press. Have a sip of coffee after the grits for amazing bright flavors.
- Local Foraged Mushrooms Omelet ($23) - Side of french onion soup. Again, lovely serving with very fresh mushrooms, alongside a huge bowl of delicious, rich, melty soup.
I had a latte for $8, which to me, wasn't worth the price compared to the 2-cup press, for flavor or value. Our friend gave a thumbs-up to the Ruby Oolong.
Prices seem high, but for the meal quality and cozy environment, I'd say they're quite justified. Our server was attentive and helpful as well. Le Sel Bistro would be first on my list when we visit Tacoma again.