Le Petit Cafe

Disclosure: I have played soccer with the chef and owner. The food here is delicious, and the menu surprisingly varied for a smaller place like this. I'd guess it could seat 30 or so diners. I had pancakes with Nutella, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. Sublime! Another day, I had the savory dish: veggie omelet with feta. A fragrant symphony of herbs and deliciousness. The service is friendly and atmosphere chill. The lunch menu also looks yummy and varied. You order at the counter, though, so make sure to order everyone's dish at the same time, as they may not arrive at the same time, otherwise. Another plus is that whatever can be locally sourced is locally sourced (coffee, bread, meat, etc.), and everything is halal!

The food is delicious, well-prepared, and fresh. The service was friendly and efficient. The atmosphere, a mix of nostalgia and modern. It takes skill to make a grilled caprese sandwich that's cheesy and gooey without the bread getting soggy from the tomato. The salads are the opposite of sad. The "side" of fruit, so often an afterthought, was overflowing. The next time you visit the "Sahs-side," go for breakfast!

On a scale of romances to documentaries, La Petit Cafe & Grille is a small-town love story such as Of Literature & Lattes by Katherine Reay. This scenic shop offers a great menu, wonderful service, and a lovely space to chat and eat. While they didn't have a few items available, they were able to offer substitutes for the meal. I took my Chocolate croissant and iced chai to go, but I hope to return soon to dine-in! Paid parking is available on East Carson, but you may be able to find a free spot on a back street.