![]() The cup of soup was a bighearted 10-ounce portion and the ingredients were fresh and flavorful. ![]() The Italian potato salad, made with rose potatoes and green onions with a lightly flavored Italian dressing, was a nice change from the usual restaurant potato salad. I dipped them in a side of homemade blue cheese dressing which had an herb profile was comparable to garden ranch dressing but with a subtle blue cheese quality. The fries are baked instead of fried, yet they have a crispy fried quality about them without being laden with grease. Husemoen said he has plans to serve it with au jus as well.īoth potato accompaniments were delicious. The smoked Gouda complemented the flavor of the beef. Oftentimes this type of sandwich is soggy, but this one was not. The roast beef sandwich was generously stacked with lean, thin-sliced beef and its bun was appetizingly soft on the outside with a toasted edge. Slider patties are served on sourdough rolls and are topped with melted cheddar cheese and a homemade aioli spread, which do not overwhelm the flavor. The ground turkey and pork tasted very similar to me, when liberally topped with onions. If you’re fond of meatloaf, the sliders will likely appeal to you. If you prefer a lot of sauce on your pizza, you should ask for extra - although it’s not dry, it isn’t super-saucy. Where Round Table’s is robust and somewhat spicy, Fireside Café’s is mellow and doesn’t carry the same kick. I found myself comparing the flavor of the sauce and that of the pepperoni to Round Table’s as well, but I concluded that Fireside Café’s pizza is much milder. It wasn’t doughy it was toward the thin side and nicely crisp. ![]() The dough and sauce for the pizza crust are Husemoen’s recipes. We also tried the Italian potato salad and the soup of the day, which was Rice, Chicken & Ginger. What I Tried: My dining companion and I sampled the pepperoni pizza, Ground Turkey and Pork Sliders with french fries, and a Hot Roast Beef Sandwich with smoked Gouda cheese. The chalkboard-style menu is posted above the order counter and reaches to the ceiling.Īfter customers place and pay for orders, they choose tables and are waited on in true cafe tradition. A rock fireplace, stained cement floor, and varied wood tones throughout create a contemporary backdrop. As cafes go, the space is fairly large, but it’s cozy. With many made-from-scratch items, such as the soup of the day and Death by Chocolate cake, time will tell which dishes will become Fireside Café’s main attraction.Ītmosphere: Whether you lounge fireside in the comfort of a leather sofa with a cup of joe or at one of the many dining tables for a full meal, the vibe is welcoming. ![]() Pizzas and sliders are just two of its specialties, said owner Eric Husemoen. A stone pizza oven, drive-up window, and full espresso bar are a few of the elements that set it apart from other cafes. Why: The newly opened Fireside Café appeals to a range of appetites and offers plenty of room to accommodate diners. ![]()
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