Alex has a regular gig on Thursday evening. It is convenient for both of us to meet for dinner. Boulevard Café is his favorite restaurant and I also love it. I have been a patron here since they first opened and that was many years ago. I love the subtle blend of Peruvian flavors. The menu definitely has a South American trend. I have dined here for brunch, lunch and dinner and have never been disappointed. In fact I always leave stating that I must return very soon. The large patio is always busy in the warmer months.
It was pouring rain, cold and damp. Nothing could dampen our spirits as we met at this favorite spot.
We didn’t even have to look at the menu. We both knew we were going to enjoy our Anticuchos. I would call this the signature dish here. Charbroiled brochettes are marinated in wine, herbs and spices and served with salad and garlic rice or potatoes. It is the best. Alex chose the Chicken Anticuchos.($16.95) There were so many large moist sections of delicious chicken. Alex also loved the sauce that was great for dipping the tasty morsels.
I love the Shrimp Anticuchos. ($18.95) The shrimp has that wonderful barbecue taste and they are plump and tasty. The potatoes were too delicious for words. I had to eat them all. My side sauce was tasty and I dipped both the shrimp and potatoes in the sauce. I really enjoy the dressing on the fresh salad. It had a slight tarragon flavor.
We were very contented patrons and very full.
On many past visits I have chosen the Peruvian Plate.($12.75) The salad features a variety of steamed vegetables on a bed of lettuce. The spicy tarragon dressing is bliss to the palate.
The Creole Salad is also a favorite. Boston lettuce, garbanzo beans, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, cucumbers, onion rings, avocado and hard boiled eggs are also served in the spicy tarragon sauce. Not only is it healthy fare but also absolutely delicious.
Specials are posted on the board. They have a definite Peruvian taste. There is always a fresh fish and an enchilada dish. The Vegetable Chowder Soup was very popular on this cold evening.(cup $3.75 bowl $7.00)
At lunch time sandwiches are offered. They are enormous in size and served with greens and Yukon fries.
The Butfarra de Salmon is delicious with smoked salmon, gruyere cheese, grilled zucchini, roasted jalapeno and sweet peppers on grilled rye with caraway. ($11.95)
The Vegetariano offers aurugula, cucumber, alfalfa sprouts, tomatoes, hard boiled egg, avocado, grated carrots and spicy mayonnaise on whole wheat bread.($10.95)
The Grilled Spinach Sandwich is prepared with fresh spinach grilled with feta cheese and mozzarella with red onions on whole wheat bread.($11.95)
Everything is delicious. Everything is nicely plated. The service is friendly.
The Boulevard Café is an institution on Harbord Street. It has been there for a long time with good reason. What a treat!
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