tea room cafe

petaluma
Originally uploaded by bluepupae.

#25 on my 101 in 1001 list (46/143)
during our stay in petaluma, we discovered this cute cafe near the hotel on our search for breakfast. tea room cafe is a clean, casual cafe not too big, not too small that serves an excellent breakfast. it's the kind of place with good lighting that makes you feel like you're in an old house with a large screened porch. you order at the counter, and they bring it to your table. breakfast is typical fare with gourmet touches.

i had the french toast, which was a nice combination of crispy edges, tender bread with a little sweetness and hints of cinnamon. they lather it with butter, no syrup necessary. the fruit cup was a light addition, filled with fresh strawberries, apple slices, grapes and some melon. the bf had an omelet with goat cheese and avocado, super creamy and filling but not heavy. you can get fresh squeezed orange juice, and the usual coffee, tea offerings. they also start serving lunch around 11am.

the environment is relaxing, and food preparation took about 15 mins. not super fast, but not slow, either. service was friendly.