I've never had a fruit tart before Les Petits Mitrons and I fear they may have set the bar too…read morehigh!! This spot is very no frills, there's limited seating outside but the cafe itself is lined with pastries, tarts, and quiches. The flavors on offer are written on the window, sweet on one side, and savory on the other. The selection is almost overwhelming, with each flavor combination looking better than the last.
We came right at opening and there was no line, but people steadily came and went as we ate. I ordered a red fruit tart with rhubarb, and the spinach and smoked salmon quiche. Both slices were generous and the quiche was microwaved to heat it up. I found out that they do not have utensils, instead you pick up the slices and eat with your hands.
The quiche was good but not stunning. Plenty of toppings and a generous portion. The pastry crust was, of course, better than the frozen crusts I use back home. A comforting meal but showstopper it was not.
The fruit tart on the other hand, made me fall in love with fruits in new ways. The fruits and rhubarb were tart and flavorful, cooked with just enough sugar to soften them and make them jammy. This is the flavor fruit punch wishes it were! The crust held up to the weight of the fruits on top, and tasted very rich. The edges were caramelized with sugar, making this tart delicious from start to finish. If we didn't have major eating plans for the rest of the day, I may have gone back to purchase an additional slice (or two!). I definitely anticipate myself taking some time to try (and fail) to recreate this tart myself, what a gorgeous bite.
