Bedford Academy

Not too many people can step outside their living quarters and walk to a restaurant in less than 2 minutes. I love it. Yolanda and I had not seen each other for a long time. We certainly needed time and quiet to catch up on all our activities. It is amazing how much we have to chat about. Yolanda loves pubs and we decided to go to Bedford Academy. It was quiet. The service was phenomenal. Cassius was not just a good looking man. He was attentive and charming. He was also very patient with all our inquiries.

On a sunny day the patio in front and at the side of the building are very busy. There is a real pub flavor inside with the dark wood bar and floors. I like the atmosphere. I have eaten here several times and have found the food to be very good.

It is perfect for a lunch or a light dinner. There are many salads from which to choose. Yolanda opted for the Warm Goat Cheese and Portobello Salad. ($12.00) Crisp mesclun greens are topped with grilled portobello mushrooms, sunflower seeds and crusted goat cheese. The sun-dried vinaigrette was just enough to give a zing to the mixed ingredients.

Spicy Calamari Salad uses the mesclun greens as a base and tops it with spicy grilled calamari and a fresh basil, lemon-olive oil vinaigrette.($12.00)

The Panzarella Tuscan Bread Salad is a favorite of mine. Torn foccaccia is seasoned with garlic and olive oil. Ripe tomatoes, diced cucumbers, finely sliced red onion, torn basil leaves and kalamata olives are combined and served with grilled chicken and just a hint of red wine vinegar.($12.00)

I opted for a Caesar salad.(Yummy) I asked for a scoop of tuna on top. No problem. I felt very satiated ant overly full. The small size was only $6.00 with n additional charge of $2.00 for the tuna. I thought that was most reasonable.

The Southern Sweet Potato Fries are so yummy. The chipotle mayo is the perfect accompaniment. ( 5 are only $1.10)