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Brunch at Brass Tacks

Brass Tacks is a great place in Georgetown we discovered a few weeks ago. In a few words: live music, games, comfort food, and nice decor.

In a very convivial and modest atmosphere, we had a great time listening to an amazing pianist playing nonstop during one hour. The decor is very nice and entertaining with a very large bar, an open kitchen, art on brick walls, old-fashioned lights, and live plants on the walls.

We played a game of Shuffleboard on very nice table. A foosball table is also available.

We began with cocktails, a perfect Moscow Mule in a copper mug for Monsieur and a delicious Grapefruit Mimosa for myself.

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Then, from a short and classic brunch menu, we chose:
– Scrambled eggs with seasonal roasted vegetables, shaved sheep cheese, and greens
– Washington grass fed burger with cheddar, melted onions, and house pickles and aioli
Everything was very tasty and fresh.

This is a fabulous place to spend time with friends or family.

Brass Tacks  6031 Airport Way S

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First outdoor lunch at Terra Plata

Spring has sprung! Temperature was 63°F today in a sunny Seattle.
This morning I was in a mood for an outdoor lunch, so I looked for a restaurant that had already set up their tables on a patio or terrace. I opted for Terra Plata because of its beautiful rooftop.

I had a Moroccan Steak Sandwich: Pita bread with hanger steak, feta, minted yogurt, greens, and olives. The pita was warm and the steak was flavorful. This is a nicely sized dish for lunch.
My friend had a salad: Local Albacore Niçoise with seared tuna, spinach, tomato, fennel, vegetable, soft boiled egg, and bagna cauda. Not a traditional Salade Niçoise but the tuna was perfectly seared and the greens were very fresh.

It was a perfect lunch!

Terra Plata 1501 Melrose Ave

Mistral Kitchen is always a good idea

It is always a pleasure to be at MistralKitchen even if the menu does not really change. For lunch or dinner, it is always a good idea. You can also choose to sit at the bar, for a glass of “Champagne du moment” or a great cocktail, and some small plates. They also have sidewalk tables with a nice view of the Space Needle.

Hamachi crudo, Italian charcuterie plate, and all the desserts are my favorites but Foie Gras Torchon, Seared Foie Gras, Manila Clams, Cheeses, Robuchon Potatoes, and Chicken are always delicious. For lunch, they serve a large and delicious wood-fired pizza (Tomato, Prosciutto di San Daniele and Arugula) and a fantastic salad with buratta.