Don't you just love when you try the latest restaurant everyone is raving about AND it lives up to your expectations? That is how I feel about Back 40 Mercantile, a relative newcomer on the robust restaurant scene in Greenwich, Connecticut. My friend, Susan, said I would love it, and she was right.In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the town, you have this beautiful, rustic, calming space with lovely natural light from a big skylight above and everything is organic! You just feel like you can take a deep breath once you arrive.
Let's discuss the vegan appetizers...heirloom popcorn with smoked paprika, shoestring potato fries with vegan cashew dip or a seasonal vegetable pickle jar. I didn't have the appetite for multiple courses, but wouldn't those options alone get you in the door?For the salads...mixed greens and radishes in a lemon-herb vinaigrette, fuji apples with arugula, pecans and cranberries in a horseradish dressing, or the delicious option we both selected: vegan caesar with kale and crispy chickpeas in a hemp caesar dressing. Light, crunchy, tasty, and so pretty (but yes, I forgot a photo - sorry!)As far as entrees go (again, I did not yet have any but I will be back): black eyed pea felafel wrap with lemon tahini sauce, roasted romanesco cauliflower, mushrooms and quinoa with an herb puree and a quinoa & lentil burger...seriously with I'd gotten some take-out for later!Look what we did get though...vegan cookies (oatmeal, "oreo" and chocolate chip) with almond milk for dipping! Don't you just love the presentation? If you decide to try it, call me - I'll be right over!
