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2013-05-31
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Hidden find! A random trek down Simon Road one weekday evening found me at the entrance of Lola's Café. Very new to the neighbourhood, Lola's came across as a simple, unpretentious bistro outfit, very much of what you see is what you get.A glass door grants view of the entire restaurant interior. Utilitarian wooden tables with metal garden chairs for most part, with a rattan frame sofa right by the door for customers waiting in queue. What stood out most for me was the rows of empty black square
A glass door grants view of the entire restaurant interior. Utilitarian wooden tables with metal garden chairs for most part, with a rattan frame sofa right by the door for customers waiting in queue. What stood out most for me was the rows of empty black square frames on the wall that just gave that touch of chic to the entire place.About the food
Herb-crusted Fish and Chips - $12.902 deep-fried breaded fillets served with a side of truffle fries and a pesto mayo dipping sauce.
Loved the fact that the fish of choice was haddock instead of the usual mushy dory. A richer, finer taste and less flaky. Herb mixed into the bread crumbs gave the fried fish a gorgeous speckled colour. The truffle fries were a tad of a letdown without much flavour.
Wild Swimmer Crab Pasta - $14.90Spaghetti served with crab meat and a tomato cream sauce. The italian noodles were al dente enough, but the crab meat was so mashed that any taste of crab was overwhelmed by the tomato cream sauce. It could have been tuna for all I know. So taste wise, not quite satisfied for me.
A meal just wouldn't be complete without dessert, and at Lola's, there is quite a selection to choose from. Tarts, cakes, brownies and even exotic flavoured mousse concocted from stout.
Caramelized Banana Earl Grey Tart with Pistachio Topping - $3.50I picked the Earl Grey Tart. At $3.50, it was about the price of a Frozen Cheese Tart from Glace or Flor Patisserie and I would expect similar quality. Flavour wise, it did pique my interest. The pale undertones of Earl Grey rounded out the sweetness of the caramelized banana slices. A contrast in textures of the crackling banana and soft mousse of the Earl Grey was great too. My only gripe - the crust which just came across as those pre-made ones you can find at any supermarket.
All in all, a good quiet dining experience in the Heartlands. I would venture a second trip, if just for brunch and a second go at the very interesting dessert menu.
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