The Copper Onion

He said:

I arrived at The Copper Onion early on a Saturday afternoon, then waited for Kathy to arrive. She had taken the long way to the crosswalk instead of jaywalking across a street devoid of traffic. Ironically, she almost got hit in the crosswalk by a lone weekend driver. Although the downtown area was otherwise quiet, The Copper Onion bustled with an enthusiastic, happy crowd. Nearly all the tables were occupied, but a single table for two stood ready for us in the corner.

As we took our seats and gazed around the restaurant, we started to wonder if we might be the oldest patrons there. The establishment seemed to attract a lot of twenty- and thirty-somethings, but we caught sight of a few more-seasoned guests. We may have taken a little pride in being so hip for our age.

Noise of a crowded restaurant can sometimes detract, but here, the sound of happy customers only added to the welcoming, convivial atmosphere. Neither this din nor the restaurant’s ambient music overpowered our conversations.

I began with a Low Tide, a mocktail made with Pineapple, Lemon, and Coconut. It was delicious, but disappointingly served in a lowball glass full to the rim with pebble ice. Consequently, it didn’t last long, and I reluctantly ordered a diet cola.

For starters, I ordered the Patatas Bravas, crispy potatoes with spicy aioli. The spiciness turned out to be somewhat mild, with a smoky barbecue flavor. I finished with the French Toast. It looked delightfully patriotic, with sliced strawberries, blueberries, and small dollops of lemon ricotta. It came with maple syrup, of course. The Texas Toast bread remained firm and chewy with a softness in the middle that stopped short of being soggy.

She said:

You know those qualities a restaurant has that makes it a cut above the rest? Things such as happy, chattering patrons; full, occupied tables; interesting ambiance, perhaps punctuated with a hammered copper ceiling; using real butter and genuine maple syrup; attentive, friendly waitstaff; and truly delicious food. Well, that’s The Copper Onion.

I ordered the croissant breakfast sandwich with hashbrowns. It was one of the off-menu brunch specials, so I figured, why not? I’ll give it a try.

My taste buds were practically dancing with the first bite. The croissant was flaky, the scrambled eggs fluffy and topped with melted cheese. There were Canadian bacon and arugula, too. The seasoning was exquisite. Of course, I had to go ahead and “ruin” the hash browns with dollops of ketchup, but old habits die hard.

So, go to The Copper Onion if you want to devour scrumptious food and have a nice time out on the town with friends or family.

Conclusion:

It’s easy to see why The Copper Onion is popular. Its welcoming atmosphere, menu full of locally and sustainably sourced ingredients, and cheery customers make it an eatery worth visiting.