Fabrice lovely way to start the day
By LINDA MURCHISON Florida Freedom Newservice
SANTA ROSA BEACH - As we entered Fabrice Patissier and waited to be seated, I couldn?t help but peer around the corner of the display case to see the delightful array of pastries.
Macaroons, napoleons, cr?me brulee and madeleines, oh, my!
With the care and attention to detail apparent in these creations, I knew we were in for a treat.
The food
Whether you?re craving a leisurely breakfast or just coffee and a pastry, Fabrice begins serving at 7:30 a.m.
Savory crepes are served with ham and cheese along with scrambled eggs. Croissants are filled with ham and cheese or bacon and eggs. A homemade toasted brioche is served with bacon and scrambled eggs.
In addition to the mixed greens and fresh fruit served with many of the menu items, omelets are served with potatoes.
You may order a plain omelet, one with ham and cheese or a veggie omelet filled with portobello mushrooms, yellow squash, zucchini and roasted red bell pepper.
Lunch consists of sandwiches, salads and a quiche du jour.
Fabrice?s signature sandwiches are constructed on ciabatta bread.
The tuna burger is made with fresh yellowfin tuna seared medium rare. Both the tuna burger and the shrimp sandwich are dressed with fresh basil and aioli sauce rather than the usual tartar sauce.
Two classically French baked sandwiches are offered, the Croque Monsieur and the Croque Madam.
For the monsieur, slices of white bread are filled with b?chamel sauce, warm Gruyere cheese and Parisian ham. A sunny side up egg is added on top to complete the Corque Madam. tables inside with five stools along a counter ? but large windows and the soft cream color of the walls make the shop feel light and airy.
If it is a nice day, you have the option to eat outside. Yes, County Road 30A has its very own French sidewalk caf?, which on a beautiful October day can be a little bit of heaven.
The signature salads include a brie salad, Nicoise salad and a mixed field greens salad, all of which feature a homemade balsamic, olive oil and fresh basil dressing.
Sunday brunch highlights many of the breakfast and lunch menu items as well as eggs benedict, French toast, and smoke salmon feuillete (puff pastry).
Beverages include tea, lemonade, a selection of fruit juices, coffee, caf? au lait and chocolat chaud (hot chocolate). Soft drinks are Pepsi products.
Daily specials are written on the board over the sideboard in the dining area.
Take out orders are available and are picked up at the cash register, which is next to the display case. This is also where you pay your check, giving you ample time to peruse the day?s pastry selections for take-home.
The service
We visited during Sunday brunch and the shop was very busy, but we did feel welcome. We were seated quickly and our order was taken in an efficient manor. I enjoyed the ?bon appetit? when our meals were served.
A final taste
Treat yourself to breakfast or lunch, or just stop by for a croissant and coffee. You won?t be disappointed in this delightful addition to 30A.
The atmosphere
The dining area is not large ? 10
Fabrice
1777 County Road 30A
Unit 101
Santa Rosa Beach (Watercolor)
(850) 231-9910
Hours
Shop: daily from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Breakfast: Mon-Sat from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Lunch: Mon-Sat from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Sunday Brunch: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Price range
Breakfast: $6.40 to $9
Lunch: $8.10 to $9.80
Brunch: $8.40 to $10.80
Beverages: $1.60 to $3.20
Additional information
- Reservations not accepted
- Handicap accessibility
- No children's menu, but some items are suitable for children
- All major credit cards accepted