In the last few months, Mr. Cute and I would go to BSF in Greenwich and ask Kory, "When are you opening the one in Darien?" And he'd patiently reply, "Soon."
Last week, we got a hot tip that Darien's BSF was opening on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving - when both Mr. Cute and I would be out of town! Oh no! When we got back into town, we realized that BSF was not open, we thought it would still be possible to go on BSF's first day being open. We thought it might open on Monday, but it didn't. We thought maybe Tuesday or Wednesday. Nope.
Today we decided that we would try to go for lunch. We pulled into the parking lot and we didn't see anyone inside. So we weren't sure. We decided to walk up and at least find out when they were opening, even though it didn't seem like they were open yet. Mr. Cute and I walked into the restaurant and we were surely glad we did!
Mr. Cute saw Kory and asked him when they were opening, and Kory said, "Right now! Do you want some lunch?" Yes, we do! And then, as we ordered, I asked the question that would give me the answer I've been waiting about 10 months to hear. I said, "Have you been very busy today?" And the answer I've waited 10 months to hear, "Well, you are our first customers..." It's true, brave readers, you read that correctly... Mr. Cute and I were the first customers at BSF Darien!
We were the first customers, which is why the place looks pretty empty in these pictures. This is a look at the dining room from the long table where we sat. It definitely did not stay this empty for long.
Far down, you can see the bar area, which has beer, wine and soda. One of the beer taps is the super ice frozen kind. It makes the beer extremely cold. I was driving and Mr. Cute was going back to work, so we opted not to drink a beer today. Next time though, for sure!
Here is the counter where you order your food and pay at the registers. In the background of this picture, you can see the window into the kitchen where the cooks can pass your food out and the runners can bring the food to the table.
Here is the food they brought to our table - Mr. Cute had a burger with special sauce and cheddar and a side of onion rings. I ordered a burger with bacon, American cheese and a fried egg with a side of fries. First food customers!
Here is the aftermath... As always, the burgers, fries and rings were great. The shake machine had not yet been installed; it was supposed to arrive this morning, but the guy was late or something. Whenever the shakes get there, they'll also be awesome. I have no doubts.
I am really happy for Kory and the guys at BSF. Through the last few years in Greenwich, Mr. Cute and I have gotten to know them. Kory is a nice guy who runs a great business and makes delicious food. I wish him nothing but the best in Darien! I know we'll be there frequently.
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