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Isabel Baldassaro
Many of my friends thought Cozy’s would be too expensive and serve heavy foods doused in butter or runny gravy. Walking into Cozy’s Cafe on 75th St. immediately transported us to to the past. The lights were dim with calming instrumental music playing in the background like we were in a vintage cafe. The menu had a broad selection of drinks and dishes to choose from, leaving me struggling to decide whether I wanted something savory or sweet.
I settled on the Nutella Crepes with a Nutella spread, bananas, walnuts and powdered sugar and the avocado toast with mashed avocado, poached eggs, red pepper and bacon. My friends ordered chocolate chip pancakes and a fruit crepe.
My Nutella crepe arrived covered in whipped cream and filled with just the right amount of Nutella. I normally steer away from nuts in my food, but the walnuts added the perfect amount of crunchiness without having an overpowering taste, unlike dishes I’ve had before. While I could’ve finished both crepes that came with the dish, I luckily had enough willpower to only eat one so I could save room for my avocado toast.
The toast came piled with toppings covering my lap in crumbs and my fingers in bright green guac — but it was worth it. The pepper and avocado were perfectly mixed with the eggs and bacon. My only complaint was how runny the poached eggs were. The bacon was cooked super crunchy to mix with the avocado, giving the dish a prominent flavor that I never get out of my homemade avocado toast. This toast is an oldy but a goody that I’ll never get tired of.
Cozy’s definitely ended up being my favorite, not only for their delicious food but also their unique environment. While I heard complaints that it was a little pricey, I had no regrets spending my 30$ on such distinctive, rich food.
After passing the cafe for years without entering, I’ll be sure to stop the next time I find myself driving by.
After hearing about how delicious Eggtc was from my friends, I knew it would be the perfect location to try for National Brunch Month. Even though I had to wait a good 15 minutes before being seated, my brunch trip was definitely worth it and the food arrived quickly, making up for the extended wait.
To start off my meal, I ordered the Honey Cream Latte, an espresso with half and half steamed with honey. It was rich with just the right sweetness. The espresso also wasn’t too overwhelming for someone who doesn’t normally enjoy strong coffee, allowing me to relish the tasty and warm drink.
For my main dish, I ordered the Sicilian which is a sandwich with hard salami, prosciutto, fried egg, mozzarella, basil, lettuce and tomato on sourdough bread with a side of herb mayo. I also ordered a side of shredded hash browns. While I usually don’t choose breakfast sandwiches, I am so glad I did. The eggs and meat were perfectly cooked so that they weren’t runny or messy, but rather full of flavor. The bread was toasted to the perfect crisp adding a tasty crunchiness to my meal. Although it was a great savory dish and didn’t leave me in a complete mess, the food was kinda redundant and not as unique as Cozy’s.
Though this brunch was cheaper than Cozy’s, it was still my second choice because I didn’t get Cozy’s authentic taste that I often search for in a good, filling brunch.
Heirloom
Before visiting Heirloom on 63rd St. I didn’t expect them to have so many different dishes. Not only did they offer a variety of brunch foods, but the lineup of pastries at the counter immediately caught my eye. Pop-Tarts, scones, biscuits and breads looked delicious. I tried the blueberry Pop-Tart and the Earl Grey scone surrounded by beautiful wood tables and bright hanging lights.
The blueberry Pop-Tart came full of sweet blueberry jelly and was topped with frosting and purple sprinkles. While many claim no Pop-Tart can beat the originals, this Pop-Tart did exactly that. The thicker, flaky crust perfectly balanced with the thin but tangy filling. It was the perfect sweet treat to enjoy during a quick morning brunch run.
While the Earl Grey scone was not as sweet as the Pop-Tart, it had just as much flavor. There was a faint taste of Earl Grey tea — perfect for its name — that added just enough sweetness to the bready pastry.
To my surprise, Heirloom was my third favorite. It lacked the overall brunch experience I got from the other places, but still had an amazing selection of brunch pastries. I think that it was the perfect place to wrap up my search for the best bunch location.
The next time you pass by Cozy’s Cafe in Overland Park or Eggtc. and Heirloom by Brookside, you need to stop by.
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