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Cafe on Clinton kicks it into high gear with weekend brunch
Josh Guttman | August 31, 2007
Café on Clinton, under the new management of Charlie Statelman (formerly of Patois fame), opened for dinner a week or so ago. Last Wednesday, they expanded operations by beginning lunch service. And this weekend, they put on the final touches with brunch!! Its been a slightly bumpy transition for Charlie and his team, largely because Barry Brockway, the previous owner of 18 years, developed such a loyal following, most of whom have given Charlie the Nth degree for (gasp) changing the menu by tailoring it to what he does best….French Provencal-inspired bistro dining. For what it’s worth, I think the changes are all positive. The space is cleaner and more comfortable, after significant repairs and updates, many of which Charlie did himself. While my favorite dish from the old menu, the tuna/wasabe mash, is noticeably absent, the new menu is more interesting overall with several fish and meat options. They also recently added a lighter fare menu, which is equally compelling. Opening a new restaurant is never easy, particularly when you’re in the shadow of a neighborhood legend, but Charlie and his team are off to a great start and I predict the new Café on Clinton will quickly win over the neighborhood with its improved cuisine and uber-quaint neighborhood vibe.
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