The Silver Spoon

I miss your amazing pancakes… Where did you go? :(

This place is a true gem. 5 star food in a quirky location !!! The brunch is fabulous serving these amazing lemon ricotta pancakes with fresh raspberries! Fresh squeezed orange juice is perfect if you want to bring your own champagne!!! Nothing better then a mamosa to start your Sunday. The brunch specials change all the time. However there is something for everyone!
Their Italian night on Fridays was great. Started with frito misto. The fried calamari was fresh and nicely breaded. The homemade marinera had a great spice to it. Laurie the owner convinced me to try the quail. Never had quail but it was so good. I am glad she convinced me! The pomegranate sauce was the perfect compliment. The side dish of spicy chickpeas just added another flavor of texture. Hubby and our friend had the short rib lasagna with béchamel sauce and they devoured it.
Deserts are freshly made. The best last night was the Nutella and chocolate crepes!
We have also gone on Saturday nights when the have tasting menus. A real treat! $ 50 for a 5 star 5 course meal! We did the Tribute to Julia Child night. The duck breast with cherries was tops in my book!
Laurie truly is a gift.
Can’t wait to try more.

I love Sunday brunch, but I REALLY love the Sunday brunch here!
This past Sunday my sister and I enjoyed some time alone, which is unusual since she’s married with children and a very busy working professional, a wife and a mother of three. The kids were with friends, my brother-​in-​law was in the middle of a project, so we ducked out for a bite.
A friend of hers told her about Silver Spoon and its homey, but Manhattan-​like, restaurant– like quality food. So, we ventured here for Sunday brunch. Her friend wasn’t kidding. Here in this sweet, charming, quaint country-​like kitchenette eatery we found a meal that one would find in one of the best brunch spots in Manhattan. Silver Spoon can definitely hold its own against some popular city cafes.
I love the way Laurie J describes the café. I’ll add that the décor is a mix of comfort in a country home-​like atmosphere. Black and white checkered tiles, cozy curtains and comfortable red booths are just some of what make this eatery unique.
Now the food: Since we arrived one hour before they were to close, we had the place to ourselves. Mom was in the kitchen cooking away while her son was chatting up the diners (which basically included only us). We peeked at the kitchen which is wide and open behind the countertop and register. It looked clean and smelled homey and aromatic of all things breakfasty. Her son suggested the whole grain french toast which was divine. A light crispy crunch on the outside, yet dense and moist on the inside without being too heavy. It was garnished with real maple syrup, fresh fruit and crisp turkey bacon on the side. We also shared a western-​like omelette with a cheesey good cheese. (ooops-​forgot what cheese). Too busy stuffing my face, chatting with my sister and the waiter. More delicious turkey bacon arrived with this and dense, crisp, perfectly doughy whole grain bread (the only thing not made on the premises). The coffee was very good– forgot to ask what kind of brew. Will find out next time. And, there will be a next time for sure. So, my edits/​updates to follow. From eggs, to french toast, to turkey bacon, to fruit, to the bread, all quality, fresh ingredients homemade on the premises superb!
The son (our waiter) informed us that his mom was once a caterer in Manhattan. So, this explains her skillful, creative cooking chops and talent for making her food artistically appealing and caring about her presentation. I want to pick my sister’s brain a bit on what other details she would add if writing this review herself. I know I’m missing a few things. So, updates to follow for sure.
They gave us courtesy red velvet cupcakes (four of them) on the house and we took them to go. They were very good, flavorful without being saturated in oil or sugar. They also have pies on the premises. Make no mistake that simply because this endearing eatery-​this absolutely charming café is small that this means typical «small-​town» grub. No way. Not here. Not at all! This is the big league, big time Sunday brunch all the way!
I know when I really enjoy a meal because I think about it for days after. I’ve been thinking about SS since Sunday. I cannot wait to return.
*ps. SS offers a dinner tasting menu. good dinner fare from fish to filet mignon. you can call them for the hours of operation for lunch and dinner and for catering functions if interested.