Weekend Brunch @ Fiddlehead

 

 

 

 

Just when we thought we had our “IT” spot for weekend brunch, Anita’s Crepes in Ballard shut down!  We are looking for rich, medium portions of foodie comfort (think butter and sauces) in a charming atmosphere and we’re willing to pay for it!

So this weekend we tried out Fiddlehead Fine Foods and Cafe.

Excellent meal.  Everything was perfectly moist, seasoned and presented impeccably.  I love when a poached egg’s only runniness is the yolk.  Chris’ pork hash had chunks of pulled pork and surely there was some pork fat cooked into the potatoes resting beneath.  mmmm.  My Salmon Potato Cakes were soft with chunks of smoked salmon and creme fraiche.  The greens perfectly complimented each dish-Chris had brussel sprouts and I had fresh baby spinach.

You order when you walk in, get a number, find a seat and set your own table with utensils and water.  The waitress will bring your orders to the table and you bus at the end.  The bill with tip came out to around $40.  A bit spendy for bussing our own table and smallish portions.  On the other hand, the quality was very high and the atmosphere was very cute/neighborhood feeling.  It is a small space but the tables move consistently so I don’t see there being much a wait.  It has a cafe feel but the food is restaurant caliber.  Very cute and fun!  It makes you feel like a local!  But alas…it is just not “it.”  The hunt continues!

What are the elements of your favorite brunch spot?  What dish? Where in the world is it?  I want to go!