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Citizen opens to ‘crepe’ expectations

September 5th, 2009 · 28 Comments

Since the new creperie Citizen softly opened on Tuesday at the corner of Taylor and Roy, word has spread fast and, according to the owners, business has been “overwhelming”.

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The restaurant is a first for long-time Queen Anne resident, Suzana Olmos, who formerly owned the boutique, Paragon, in Belltown.  She says her motivation for opening a neighborhood joint was to have a place where you can get a great-tasting meal for a good value.  She adds, “If you want a $10 glass of wine, you’re probably not going to find it here.  But if you want a $5 glass that tastes like one, I’ll serve it to you!”

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One look at the chalkboard menu hanging on the wall, and you’ll see that enticing and affordable are no joke.  Items range from $4.95 for a Vietnamese Style Sandwich, $6.75 for one of Citizen’s Signature Sammys, and $7.25-$8.95 for either a savory or sweet crepe (lovingly made by The Hangar Cafe’s Justin Taft).  The September Special crepe is one with avocado, caramelized onion, roasted asparagus, apple smoked bacon, goat cheese and spinach.  Yummy!

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They don’t just serve wine and beer by the glass, either.  Acting as part wine store, you can buy affordable bottles to take home, too!

Citizen doesn’t have table service so don’t be shy.  Walk right up to the counter and order.  Then let us know what you think…



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