Somnio's [Restaurant Review]

Somnio's Cafe is an inconspicuous little eatery on S. First. Blink and you'll miss the single room cafe, quietly tucked away next to Flashback Vintage, but take one bite of their inventive and earth-friendly fusion cuisine, and you will not soon forget.

The locally owned restaurant serves lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The menu is very limited, but the handful of tempting appetizers and entrees all seem to pack a punch.

First, we tried the mushroom stuffed avocado appetizer, which was breaded and fried and covered in queso fresco and pecans. It was hearty and delicious. I would have been satisfied with the delicious dish as the main course.

Next, it was entree time. I opted for Nynavae's tacos, which were stuffed with fried mushroom fritters and an Asian slaw. The tacos were incredibly delicious, but I kind of wish I had opted for another item, because the tacos bared such a strong resemblance to our appetizer.

My friend and dining companion opted for the Mediterranean quesadillas. Stuffed with eggplant caponata and mozzarella, they were a yummy choice indeed.

We both were served a cup of the pumpkin soup. It was a strong orange color, topped with pumpkin seed garnish, rich and earthy with a hint of sweetness.

The menu at Somnio's is largely local and organic, and extremely vegetarian friendly.

The ambiance is cozy and low-key, but the food is vibrant and sensuous.

I'll definitely be back to try the brunch.