~ Rainy Mondays don’t get us down ~
Karen Carpenter might have sung that “Rainy days and Mondays always get her down,” but this week we had a rainy Monday and we weren’t down at all. We had a ladies day of shopping, a bit of pre-Christmas sight-seeing, checking out some of the stores and then stopped off for a lunch at where else – Topper’s – the best place to drop in for a leisurely lunch or just a quick bite to hold you over.
It was pleasant to sit nice and dry, perched on a barstool next to the overhanging eave where normally one seeks shade, but this was a day to watch the raindrops fall and enjoy those cooler temperatures. Blessed relief!
We got right into the mood with a beer and a white wine and ordered some lovely salads to brighten our day with some crisp and fresh flavours. Our waitress was right on the task, taking care of us with perfect service. The regular crowd shuffled in, along with some island visitors that seemed not too disappointed with the grey skies, bless their hearts!
We simply devoured those salads, with their snappy greens and tangy dressings, a perfect accent to our festive mood. Have you tried a Caesar salad with grilled shrimp? This is something very special, light, tart and creamy. It’s just what I was craving! My dining companion, aka my partner in crime, had an Asian Chicken Salad which looked terrific. I managed to taste a bite of hers; it was a surprising melange of flavours, complete with mandarin oranges and sticks of fried egg noodle.
A stroll through the restaurant showed folks enjoying all kinds of sandwiches with big piles of fries, which tempted, but we were happy with our lovely salads. Sometimes it’s nice to eat light – and Topper’s has plenty of items on their very diverse menu, from light and invigorating to comforting and filling. That is a good thing when you have every kind of appetite to satisfy! Topper’s is the place that always lets you find just what you are craving, so make it a habit, not only on rainy days and Mondays, but anytime at all!
Info:
Topper’s
Welfare Road
Simpson Bay
Phone: 520-6760
Hours: All day, every day
Cuisine: international
Price range: $
Ratings:
Staff friendliness: ****
Service speed: ****
Restaurant cleanliness: ****
Food quality: *****
Value for money: ****
Ambience: ****
