UPPERTEA – Restaurant

Mornings on NW 17th Avenue, in a room dressed with a vintage pay phone, a record player and old tea sets. The cooking is Southern and generous: shrimp and grits, a stuffed crab surprise heavy on seasoning and peppers, French toast with fresh fruit and a crisp edge, catfish nuggets with grits and eggs, smothered chicken, Belgian waffles with bacon. The tea programme is the other half of the name, with blends like strawberry lavender mixed to order. Guests mention portion sizes and genuine hospitality in the same breath. Breakfast hours mostly, so come early.

Cuisine: Restaurant