So this week we had our first meal as food critics! We ventured to Cafette in Chestnut Hill for our first experience. When on the phone making our reservation, the hostess was very pleasant and amicable. Once we entered the restaurant, she was there to greet us with a smile. However, once we got to our table, things began to move a little more slowly. All three members of the staff were very delightful, but particularly slow.
We ordered a total of three courses, beginning with a starter of Grilled Golf Shrimp with Bloody Mary sauce and pickled celery heart. The sauce was delicious, but the shrimp a little small and unfulfilling. Although we enjoyed it, the dish probably wasn't worth the price. Starters ranged in price between 5$ to 9$. Then, we moved on to our entrees. We ordered the Louisiana Style Crabcakes, Stir-Fry with chicken, and Gorgonzola Pasta. The crabcakes included a cajun remoulade which blended nicely and added a wonderful kick to the dish. the Stir-Fry with chicken was presented very well with a plethora of colors. The flavors were also very balanced and complemented each other very well. Finally, the Gorgonzola Pasta was covered in a delicious gorgonzola cream sauce. While the sauce was rich, it was by no means overpowering. It accented the cheese and worked nicely with the spinach and sundried tomatoes. All were exceptionally delicious and worth the reasonable prices which never extended 20$. Finally, we had our dessert. We tried the Chocolate Chip and Oatmeal Raisin cookies along with the Pound Cake with Lemon Curd. The cookies were underwhelming and not worth the price (which ranged from 5$ to 8$).
The ambiance of Cafette works in it's favor. The lights covering the awning of the outside patio created a pleasant atmosphere and the tables were spread out evenly among the space to create a nice balance between diners. The rustic decor complements the homestyle of cooking that Cafette conveys. The cool glass mural apparent when one enters the restaurant matches it's location, showing that the designs pay great attention to detail. The flat wear and napkins weren't that consistent with the price but matched what the restaurant had to offer.
Overall, we would recommend Cafette on a nice summer night. Come with patience, but be prepared to enjoy your meal.
8136 Ardleigh Street
Chestnut Hill, PA 19118
214 242 4220
www.cafette.com
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