I've been to this Verdun gem twice now for brunch so I figured it was about time I leave a review! \n\nThis charming chef-owned 'neighbourhood bistro' is a great bet! It is a fairly small restaurant situated on a calm intersection. There are a handful of outdoor seats as well as about twenty indoors. This place could easily accomodate a private party or group. With plenty of natural light and open windows on sunny days, even dining indoors feels as liberating as being on a terrace. \n\nI enjoyed brunch on both visits but I will definitely be back to try their evening and tapas menus! I have to say that both times I ordered the 'Hemingway' eggs benedict - it was just THAT good. Two poached eggs, home smoked maple salmon accompanied by dill hollandaise...YES. This is one of the best eggs benedict I have ever had. The hollandaise doesn't drown the dish and it's perfectly creamy and light at the same time. Just simply perfect! \n\nMy second visit I brought along two girlfriends in tow: one had the 'Horseback' (Fried egg, seared steak, saut\u00e9ed mushrooms with a r\u00f6sti Potato) and the other ordered the 'Comme vous voulez' (2 eggs your choice, with sausage, bacon, and roma tomatoes and bake beans). Both were equally delicious. Their brunch menu is short and sweet which is really great for indecisive folk like me. The menu has something for just about everyone.\n\nOn my first visit, I got to chat with Chefs Jose Rodriguez and Anabela Gon\u00e7alves. Both were gracious, warm, and welcoming. Just chatting with them alone was enough to bring me back! Anabela is responsible for their famous desserts. I was so stuffed after brunch that I couldn't squeeze in a seductive looking piece of chocolate cake (although the temptation was there...) I hear that people actually order whole cakes for takeaway for those of you interested!\n\nI would definitely recommend this adorable bistro. Whether you live in the area or not, it's worth the trek! The area is undergoing changes so it makes for a nice weekend neighbourhood exploration day. \n\nI'll be back, Bistro Piquillo!
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