since spring has ushered in its bright blooms, clear albeit cold weather, and long stretches of evening, \r
i have stopped in to one of my all-time favourite bars, The Sitting Room, on far too many an occasion.\r
mostly for their spectacular happy hour and divine/delightful decor, i ease into my evening enjoying the play of early-spring light off of my $4 glass of crimson cotes-du-rhone.\r
as the night progresses at this fresh & cheery cafe/bar the crowd always seems to thicken, the candlelight creating a mysterious & seductive sort of ambiance for all of us to mix to.\r
always lots of dates & an eclectic array of drinkers/diners, so depending on your mood one may enjoy bringing a book, a beautiful ally, or an intimate entourage of family members because all are sure to enjoy!\r
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the service is swift, yet unhurried, capturing that oh-so-french mood of the leisurely cafe. the peppercorn & pork pate, fresh spring greens salads, bold & bright rioja and elegantly adorned cheese boards are great for noshing on with lovers. the whole mood is magically unobtrusive yet divinely recherche.\r
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i want to compliment my server last time on his graceful & coy presence amongst the confusion of my irritable/irrational work party...\r
he was creative and calm in his ability to be speedy, savvy, & non-obtrusive sans pretension .\r
bravo to this little beauty of a bar!!!\r
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Pros: creative cocktail concoctions, to die for cheeses always please!, service savvy
Cons: tiny, sometimes quiet--sometimes loud, difficulty finding street parking
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