Charles Ánima
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Lunch was full of pleasant experiences, chill vibes and even better food.
My buddy suggested this place after a long morning trail and we decided to take a drive into the city. He actually never dined downstairs (where you have to make reservations for) and I personally have never dined here before, so we were in for a treat.
The ambiance was light and intimate. The natural lighting sets a beautiful tone and gives a great open feel all while still being "underground".
The staff is friendly, prioritizes properly and professionally courteous. The fire times of the kitchen we're faster than I thought to be honest. Typically I would like the meals paced, but we were starving and requested it to come out all at once, so it worked out perfectly in the end ~
I had the Plant-based Mercer Burger. It is super rich in flavor and gets better per bite. The non dairy Pepper Jack Cheese melts in your mouth and the texture holds its own as it would of an actual cheeseburger. Although I would say, definitely save some room for dessert because that Carrot Cake with a freshly brewed Cappuccino is something else.
I don't know about dinner, but it's quite the place for a nice lunch with a friend.