Kathy Richardson
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Ray was very sick last week so I had to cancel PT as I am still not cleared to drive. Fortunately, we are both over it so I was able to make my PT appointment.
Following PT, it was off to breakfast. We have literally exhausted the restaurants in downtown Tacoma, except for those with no free or available parking.
We had driven past Le Sel bistro before today, but parking is very limited. Today, luck was in our favor and were able to find a parking spot right in front.
The restaurant is in a very old part of Tacoma and built on a hill overlooking Commencement Bay. We were greeted by a hostess who asked if we were a walk in or had a reservation, so I thought we were going to be turned away. I told her “ walk in”, to which we were asked if we wanted to eat indoors or on the heated, covered patio. We chose outdoors, and weren’t disappointed. We were seated on the outside edge which gave us an unobstructed view of the bay.
Our server was very friendly, attentive but unobtrusive. She was right there if we needed something without hovering or pushing us to eat and go.
Food and drink menus were delivered and of course, I looked at everything. I chose the bacon, cheese and arugula omelet with country potatoes. Ray chose the special of the day which was a caramelized pear French toast with caramel sauce, instead of syrup, and garnished with toasted hazelnuts.
We had the choice of espresso and French press coffee. We chose the French press coffee and then had to decide whether we wanted 2 or 4 cups. I picked 4.
The coffee was delivered along with 2 demitasse cups, raw sugar and a small pitcher of cream. I set a 2 minute timer and then pushed the plunger. The coffee was excellent with no bitterness or aftertaste.
Breakfast was delivered part way through our second cup of coffee. It was so nice to not feel rushed. This was all about atmosphere and the experience. Our meals were tastefully plated and tasted as good as they looked.
Our entire stay was an experience; n nm m from the coffee to the food to the view. The only blight was the sound of a weed whacker which finally ceased right before our meals were delivered.
This is definitely a restaurant for special occasions. It is a little pricey for day to day meals but it was worth eating there. I look forward to going back for dinner. I am sure it will be an experience to be remembered!.