TASI café | February 5, 2011

680 North Pearl Street

Columbus, OH 43215

Miller-Stein Ranking

Our food experience | 4.2 Buckeyes

Quality | 5.0 Buckeyes

Cost | 4.0 Buckeyes

Character | 4.5 Buckeyes

Beverages | 4.0 Buckeyes

Service | 3.5 Buckeyes

Buttermilk Pancakes with Sweet and Spicy Bacon and Pure Maple Syrup |  7

Greek Scrambled Eggs with Zucchini, Tomato Feta, Toasted Sourdough |  6

Toasted Croissant Sandwich, Fried Egg, Canadian bacon, Swiss cheese |  7

Roasted Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary |  3

Chocolate Croissant |  3.25

Stein’s parents were in town so we decided to take them to an exclusively Columbus and somewhat hidden dining spot. Getting to Tasi was somewhat difficult; tucked behind Jeni’s in the Short North, Tasi is a quant little restaurant with a “home-cooked” type atmosphere. We sent Stein’s brother ahead of time to scout out a table knowing very well that the seating space is limited. We arrived and waited in a short line and orded, paid and took our seats.

The table identification markers are different breeds of dogs leading us to assume that the owner is somewhat of a dog enthusiast. Our food arrived about 15 minutes post order and came out fresh from the kitchen.

Miller and Stein’s brother both went with the toasted croissant sandwich with fried egg, Canadian bacon and Swiss cheese. The fried egg oozed beautifully from the center of the sandwich and covered everything on the plate with a delicious egg base. The sandwich was the perfect combination of salty, crispy, soft and chewy. Safe to say, there was nothing left on her or Stein’s brothers plate.

Dad Stein decided on the buttermilk pancakes topped with sweet and spicy bacon. The pancakes were light and fluffy and with the pure maple syrup drizzled atop the stack the pancakes were truly delightful.

Mom Stein and Stein both went with the Greek scrambled eggs with zucchini, tomato feta and toasted sourdough. The dish was a genius mix of fresh eggs and perfectly cooked and seasoned veggies. Stein and his Mom both had no trouble finishing their dish either.

Mom and Dad Stein both enjoyed a cup of coffee and the table shared a warm, homemade, fresh chocolate croissant. The chocolate in the warm and lightly browned pastry melted on your mouth and left you wanting more.

Because the restaurant was booming our empty plates were scooped away from us making us feel as though the staff was hinting we skedaddle. We sat a bit longer and finally stood up only to immediately be asked if we were leaving and if the next group of people could score our table.

All around, breakfast was absolutely fantastic. Aside from the crowds and forceful exit our experience was quite pleasant and we highly recommend Tasi. As a side note, make sure your car is completely up-to-date sticker wise and you’ve fed the meter otherwise you’re sure to get a visit from the lovely Columbus ticket police, making your breakfast a little more expensive then you anticipated.