Cecilia's Kitchen /cecis' Culinary Tour

We had Tamale and Empanadas who were delicious. My wife saw the espresso martini on the drinks card and mistakenly said she wanted a chocolate martini. The bartender came out to clarify and a little chocolate to the drink my wife loved. This is a great neighborhood restaurant.

The experience of dining outside with the sun shining was fabulous. The patio is large, plenty of space, and the tables are cute. If they ever throw a block party style event here, it would be so cool, the location is perfect. Our waitress with the long feather earrings was a damn delight. She was friendly, attentive, and when there was an issue with receiving the wrong item, she resolved it beautifully, which I super appreciate. The niçoise salad my friend got was large and she seemed happy with it. The dressing we both got was incredible some balsamic situation that was perfectly balanced. The sausage patty was well seasoned. The fruit in the fruit plate was fresh and flavorful. The beef in the carne empanada was well seasoned. Now for the less than stellar bits: The mushroom tamale was bizarre. The filling was underseasoned and contained roughly one and a half button mushrooms; the masa was bland and bordering on gummy. A bummer, because it came beautifully wrapped in the corn husk The breakfast potatoes were good, par boiled before making so they were cooked through and seasoned with a tasty rosemary blend. I wish they were a bit crispier. The food was solid, the mimosa was (properly) mostly champagne, the prices were reasonable, and the ambiance was sweet. I'd definitely come here again.

The mushroom steak is a vegetarians dream . The ribeye was awesome. The risotto, mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, kale salad were awesome and home made. Prices are very reasonable for such a great meal.

I was invited by a friend to join him at Cecilia's Kitchen for a lunch of crêpes. I had never been before. This restaurant is newly located on Merrimon just in front of the SavMor grocery and across the street from Grace Episcopal Church. I haven't had a crêpe in years and kicked myself for stupidly depriving myself! The food was delicious, with plentiful portions that resulted in doggy bags for both of us! There are both savory and dessert crêpes made with buckwheat flour, tamales and empanadas, an eclectic sandwich menu (including a cuban sandwich! , salads, charcuterie/cheese/fruit appetizers, a good selection of wines, a reasonable (but not extensive bar selection and aperitif's, and lovely desserts. Gluten-free and vegetarian offerings and mostly local, organic, fresh ingredients. The ambience and decor was really lovely with living plants and flowers inside, a European feel, and quite a number of tables outside, under cover,, even with outdoor heaters. The experience was so very pleasant. We recommend it.

Lovely restaurant for brunch with very efficient service and several delicious options. The atmosphere was great and there is outdoor seating as well. Plus they source with locally grown organic ingredients.