set in an older home, nestled behind another business, under decades old oak trees is the most charming place in longview, tx. here you will find an inviting and friendly staff who don't mind spending a minute or two with patrons.
the decor is reminiscent of a tea room, minus the stuffiness. cool blues and greens color the serving area, quite relaxing and persuade diners to take time here. the eatery is now located at 1811 a judson rd and the building is just beautiful. the front porch provides the opportunity for al fresco dining, weather permitting.
they have several teas, and feature a specialty tea on occasion. i ordered the better blt. it was. the bread was a hearty multi grain, with just enough sweetness to compliment the saltiness of the thick cut bacon. the sandwich was dressed with lettuce and tomato, which added a crispy acidity along with the creamy addition of avocado. this was a really well balanced creation that was just yummy. a side salad came as accompaniment with plenty of refreshing crunch on a hot summer day.
tomboni's serves two freshly prepared soups daily, which rotate according to chef's choice. i got to try the minestrone and it was a savory explosion offreshvegetable flavor. prominent were the tomato, peppers, onion and touch of garlic along withfreshsquash, carrots, beans, and lots more.
then i found a small cup of heaven called strawberry cream soup. it's served cold, and i could drink it by the gallon. this is delightful by itself, and could easily be used for a sauce on ice cream, cake, or a wonderful base for a creamy fruit salad.
the service is excellent, amy, my server, took time and care to chat, attending to everything i needed or wanted. i got a stop-by from nan, one of the co-owners, who is a friendly lady who enjoys her customers. the menu offers a selection for every palate and items are reasonably priced. tomboni's is a wonderful experience, off the beaten path, but well worth finding. go by and visit with nan and her excellent and friendly staff while enjoying freshly prepared and very good food.