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2013-11-09
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位於灣仔的The Pawn絕對值得棒場，它的Weekend Brunch又一次表現出如何讓西方簡單的菜餚成為一種有品味（Tasteful)又休閒（Casual) 的享受。The Pawn 前身是一間建於1880時期的當鋪，很有歷史價值的建築。老實說，我們一直也覺得這間美麗的餐廳是給旅客觀光，所以這次在這裡吃C的生日Brunch，心裡還是挺興奮的。Weekend Brunch以傳統英國食物作主打，包括Eggs Benedict和Fish & Chips。 雖然菜式都很簡單，份量也不大，價錢也偏貴，但是室內環境卻真正融合了英式風韻和殖民地的色采，而且二樓設有露台，可以一邊看著街景，一邊進食，非常寫意。食物也很有水準，特別是那個Fish & Chips。Weekend Brunch 大概$100 到 $200一位。We have never dined in this iconic building which was originally a Chinese pawnshop, so we could not contain our excitement when we had brunc
We have never dined in this iconic building which was originally a Chinese pawnshop, so we could not contain our excitement when we had brunch at The Pawn last month. The Pawn made a name for itself to plop us down in a "colonial" venue that's so obviously in quotes, we know that it must be as heartily tasteful and cultural as its antique exterior suggests. The place has long been lingering on our "to-go" list, but we often brush it off as another "touristic" restaurant. Finally, we had an excuse to go there for C's birthday brunch.
As a heritage building from the 1800's, The Pawn's weekend brunch menu offers some of the most traditional British dishes, including a variety of eggs dishes and its famous fish and chips. Make sure you find the elevator at the side entrance (which was more modern looking than the storefront) that leads to the 2/F so that you do not have to hike up the flight of narrow steps. We were seated indoor and the setting's tastefulness and minimalism resembled the casual atmosphere you can easily find in many British pubs. It also has a cheerful outdoor terrace on the 2/F rendering an incredible view of Wan Chai and warm sunlight. The weekend brunch menu is priced at around $100 to $200 per head.
(1) C ordered a Poached eggs on toasted muffin ($85). Popularly known as the eggs benedict, this is served with Hollandaise & gammon ham or baby spinach. The birthday boy went for the gammon ham, which was deliciously tender. The poached eggs were heavenly and once cut open, the running yolk just melted instantly on the thin layer of ham. The muffin just brought this dish further and it was a very satisfying dish.
(2) The Scrambled eggs and smoked salmon ($95) is served on various kinds of bread: white, brown, granary or brioche. The eggs were adoringly moist and the perfectly seasoned smoked salmon just gave a nice twist to our tastebuds, and we certainly wouldn't mind the simplicity of the dish.
(3) British Accent decided to go for the traditional British signature fish and chips: Beer battered lemon sole with peas & chips ($180). And it did not disappoint! The finely fried fish had a fantastic aroma and texture. Although it did take a while for it to arrive, it was worth it as the fish tasted very fresh and soft.
(4) The Kedgeree Risotto ($185) was served with Smoked haddock, radishes, soft boiled egg. It was a gentle-looking and enjoyable dish, but this dish could have trended a little more fully and now it was nothing to rave about.
The Pawn's antique/modern style is one schematic tasteful showcase of the most traditional British dishes after another, rendered in an incredibly simple and minimalistic prestige dining experience. We all felt that the service could have been better as the waitress sometimes forgot our orders, which made the experience slightly disappointing. The simplicity and portion of the dishes may not justify its price, but the casual and historical atmosphere and the delicious British brunch dishes will surely bring us back!
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