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Eastside - Nicole's Market & Cafe restaurant
6.4

Nicole's Market & Cafe

  • Eastside
  • $$
  • French
  • Quick
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    good

Food: Ordinary food with an attitude

At Nicole's, no single dish will swerve you down the road of epicurean nirvana, but Cheese & Charcuterie Plate, Croque Monsieur, and Chocolate Mousse come closest. The freshness sprinkles but doesn't pour and variety is like a maze with an exit to square one, courtesy the high cost. The taste may sway between blandness to burnt, and the creativity borders on boring. Portions are less about appetite and more about aesthetics.

  • Great Quality

    Ingredients are fresh, high quality, and sourced with care.

  • Okay Taste

    Food quality varies; experiences range from delicious to mediocre, tastes differ.

  • Bad Value

    Food good but overpriced, especially considering the portion size provided.

Top 3 dishes at Nicole's Market & Cafe

  1. 1

    Cheese & Charcuterie Plate 🏆

    Variety and quality of cheeses and meats consistently lauded; pairs well with wine.

    Cheese & Charcuterie Plate dish
  2. 2

    Croque Monsieur

    Excellent cheese and ham balance, authentic french taste, perfectly melted gruyere.

    Croque Monsieur dish
  3. 3

    Chocolate Mousse

    Creamy, rich in flavor, silky texture delighting the taste buds.

    Chocolate Mousse dish

Vibe: Lingering coziness but dismal views

Leave it to Nicole's to shape an ambiance that's close to heart; a corner of coziness amidst a whirlpool of hurry. The dimmed lighting personifies calmness. It's all very Parisian, until you set your eyes on the frenzied parking lot. So, if it's date night, reconsider, because food overpricing and cars jostling for space often collides with romance.

  • Great Ambiance

    Quaint ambiance with a cozy, homey feel likened to Parisian cafes.

  • Bad For Dates

    Crowded parking and overpriced food diminish the suitability for a date night.

Perks: Praying parking with group woes

Privileges at Nicole's can be elusive. The parking situation is a gamble that needs an additional dose of luck on busy days. Groups might find themselves cramping their conversations to adjust within the limited space, and service could mirror a stubborn maze run. The noise outside tries playing hide and seek but often ends up seeking more.

  • Great For Pets

    Homemade treats for dogs, indicating outstanding pet-friendliness.

  • Okay Outdoor

    Outdoor seating ranges from charming and pleasant to full or dirty.

  • Bad For Groups

    Limited space inside, may not suit big groups during busy times.