Sierra M.
Yelp
My fiance and I came here for the first time a couple of days ago after reading all of the positive reviews here on Yelp. I've listed the pros and cons of our visit down below and I've also included photos of the menu and of our food.
Pros:
- the food was delicious, fresh, and served quickly
- the owner Diane was very welcoming and kind towards all of her customers. she made us feel right at home.
- only a short 10 minute wait time during our visit
Cons:
- the parking lot is small and complicated especially during morning/brunch rush hours. the businesses nextdoor do not allow you to park there so time your visit accordingly.
- the cafe itself is tiny and overwhelming when it's busy, the seating options felt very cramped next to one another. if you have anxiety like myself, you'll find yourself feeling very overstimulated.
- our waitress "Rose" (according to our bill), left our visit feeling a little awkward. we didn't feel very welcomed by her and the interactions we had felt a little forced. that being said, i doubt it was intentional. maybe we just came at a bad time? she was nice otherwise. she was wearing a beanie, had colored eyes, and light brown hair.
Food:
- i ordered the veggie benedict ($19.95) it includes: 2 poached eggs on a toasted english muffin with avocado, sauteed tomatoes, onions and spinach; topped with hollandaise. i ordered mine with "home fries" which included potatoes, bell peppers, and onions. i finished my entire plate :)
- my fiancé ordered the maple bacon glazed french toast ($24.95). this dish is considered one of their top sellers and understandably so. it includes: thick-sliced sourdough, griddled and topped with their coconut milk-based organic maple glaze, and 4 chopped strips of bacon. my fiance let me try a bite and it was so yummy :) it's very sweet and filling.
Service:
- as mentioned above, the owner Diane is such a sweetheart. she welcomed us in with a bright smile and open arms, it felt like visiting a family member's house. during our visit we witnessed her connecting with all of her customers, making sure everyone was taken care of. it's clear she cares about her business and her customers. we appreciated her hospitality.
- i did not catch the name of the young woman who had what seemed like a southern accent (?), but she was very kind and welcoming towards us when delivering our food to our table.
Tips for future guests:
- plan to come before or after known rush hours to avoid the stress of finding parking.
- keep in mind the size and noise of the cafe, in case you have children or someone that is easily overstimulated.
Thank you Diane, we look forward to visiting again the next time we come to Tahoe. Wishing you the best with your business :)