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Faubourg offers a refined selection of French pastries and desserts, coffee and afternoon tea as well as bistro cuisine and weekend brunch.
Dropped in once (I live in North Van), but my niece was raving about it - and I loved it. Sadly I was in a rush, so grabbed a coffee, scone, and a loaf of bread. Loved it all, and plan to go back for more. Coffee was excellent, bread was to 'die for'. Next time I think I shall sit down for lunch - it's a beautiful looking set-up and it has me intriqued.
Have been there a few times for lunches as well as coffee/pastry. If there is one thing that is obvious, it is that it is French and things are done the French way, and I enjoy this little piece of France. The shop as well as the restaurant at the back are both tastefully decorated. Espressos and lattes are all well-done. Tried some pastries and desserts and they are solid - go check out the oven imported from France at the back - there is a small window that you can peek through. What actually surprises me is that for a bakery, the quality of food served at the restaurant is excellent. As I say, I have been there a few times to try various things, and have seen consistent execution where everything has been good or solid. I am still disappointed that Veal Marengo was taken off the regular menu, but boeuf bourguignon is well done, including the ratatouille which is cooked perfectly.
Went there for lunch with my friend a few days ago. It was quite packed when we were there. There was a front area for people who want to just grab a coffee and a quick bite, and we were surprised when we discovered the nice little seating area at the back for people who came here for lunch or high tea.
The seating area was quite small and the tables were cramp, but it was beautifully decorated, very different from the modern decor at the front of the cafe.
We were seated at the last empty table. The service was very friendly and attentive, and we often see the chef coming out to talk to the customer, which was a good sign.
My friend and I decided to go with the high tea menu at $25 a head. Our waiter said that because we didn't call ahead to reserve, we might have to wait a little longer because some of the items needed a little bit of preparation. With that being said, the tray was at our table within about 15-20mins, which was thought was more than reasonable. When he brought the tray over, he took the time to explain each item on the tray, and he was also very patient when he brought the tea tray over for us to choose the kind of tea we wanted with our high tea.
Our high tea included 3 different varieties of finger sandwiches. The bread on the chicken sandwich was a little dry, and the sandwich itself was nothing to boast about. The smoked salmon one was delicious, loved it! If only there was more of it...but afterall, it was high tea. I didn't try to roast beef sandwich because I don't eat beef, but my friend said it was good. There were 2 mini scones with whipped cream and apricot jam. The cranberry scones were nice and flaky, but would be better if they were warmed just before serving.
Then there were the mini desserts. There was a strawberry souffle, which was absolutely delicious!! We actually started with the souffle before everything else because we want to try it while it was still puffy and fresh from the oven. There was also a fruit parfait, which was alright, not a big fan of parfaits myself; and a chocolate mousse with a hint of passionfruit, it was very dense and rich; a lemon tart, which we both found surprisingly good, considering neither of us are fans of lemon tarts. There was also a triple layer chocolate cake, and a chocolate truffle with passionfuit.
Though a little pricey, the portions were perfect for high tea. We loved the variety, and we REALLY enjoyed the desserts! Definitely a very unique experience and will certainly come back for more!
Maybe it was an off-day for them on all fronts. It wasn't pretty.
A beautiful looking place, which made the poor food and service a real shocker. Ordered a mocha which wasn't so much tasteless as it was confused. It wasn't really sweet, not really hot, and kind of resembled milk, but without much coffee or any chocolate. Huh? How do you even produce something that tastes this way? I kept taking a few sips thinking there must have been something wrong with me - but no, sip after sip, I confirmed I was drinking something with no previous reference.
The other drink we got, a hot chocolate, did taste like chocolate - lumpy chocolate that is. I guess no one stirred, like at all, never mind I thought these type of places are beyond serving stir-required varieties of hot chocolate.
Both drinks were tossed before being a fifth consumed.
The service was ok...until we asked for our pastry to be heated. They refused, saying it would be soggy. Isn't it my choice? Not at this place. You get your pastry one way - their way. And to top it off, the food wasn't great, partly because it was cold. My daughter refused to eat the raisin and sugar encrusted pastry we got her, which is normally a pretty safe bet. What kid doesn't eat a pastry when there are large lumps of sugar on top? Mind didn't that day.
Don't think I've ever been so bewildered by a coffee and pastries experience. Right now, Starbucks seems like food heaven by comparison.
Not a great experience for the price and exquisite 'look' of the place, and here's why.
We had better hollandaise sauce at more homely Bean Bros across the street and the touted Pain Au Chocolat tasted gummy this time, as compared to the ones we had before. I'd expect a high level of consistency at a place that charges the price that Faubourg does.
The price however, justifies the deco. If you wish to have a nice atmosphere eating with a huge chandelier above your head, then this place fulfils that. It has a very modernist feel , which I appreciate. But if you come expecting exquisite and tantalising French food, you'll leave with a crass aftertaste.
But all said, the place is new so it is probably still finding its feet. The owners have a good sense of branding the place, even the paper bag that is used to pack your takeout will feel at home at Holt Renfrew.
Just don't go with high expectations of the food being cuisine extraordinaire.
My friend and I had high tea here today. We opted for the largest high tea option. It was tiny! HUGE rip-off. I only felt full afterward because my stomach ached from the huge amount of sugar.
First, there were three tiny sandwiches cut in half for the two of us to share. They were completely stale.
The scones (only one small one each!) came with a jar of jam and - instead of devonshire cream - WHIPPED CREAM. I was speechless.
The desserts were more than the sandwiches and scones combined, which I don't like; I tend to enjoy the sandwiches/scones portion the most at high tea. But I guess that's just me. The desserts were the tastiest part, but still mediocre at best.
Overall, this place looks very nice, and all of the food looks very nice. But that's about as far as it goes.
I recommend Secret Garden Tea Company in Kerrisdale for better seating, service, portions, and taste!
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