As a professional photographer, I often photograph spaces for businesses, restaurants, rentals, residentials etc. I've always had a natural affinity toward the atmosphere of a space, which is guided by its' elements: colors, details, lighting, objects, organization, geometry, sounds, etc.
This morning I wandered over to Columbia St. looking for breakfast and noticed new restaurant called CESAR'S GARDEN RESTAURANT at 192 Columbia St. between Sackett and Degraw. When I entered I immediately noticed a beautiful backyard dining area and took my place there. I was quite impressed. It might be the best backyard dining area I've ever experienced in 13 years in Carroll Gardens/ Cobble Hill/Red Hook.
What struck me was how well thought out it is. Colorful umbrellas to shade from the sun, both a deck and excellent patio stone work, a well maintained little garden with A PEAR TREE with burgeoning fruit, 2 small fig trees and a trickling fountain, the meditative sound of which reminded me of sitting in a Bali reataurant last year.
The lighting was well thought out for nighttime as well with tall gothic lamps as well as string bulbs and a rope light along the perimeter and garden accent lights.
I was inspired by the space and actually walked home the 3 blocks to get my camera. Here's what it looks like!
P.S. Though this is not a restaurant review, my Norwegian Eggs (poached eggs with smoked salmon on an english muffin, smothered in hollandaise sauce) and side of home fries, may have been the best I've ever had...and at a very reasonable price!
Any else been there yet?
