But newcomers shouldn't rush to order. First-time visitors may find the menu confusing because there are many options, including a changing rotation of salads and soups. And the cafe, like the Lincoln Park neighborhood that surrounds it, doesn't always have the room to handle the crowd it attracts. We liked the sandwiches best.
Diners have a choice of meat, cheese and a spread.
The well-balanced cilantro mayonnaise complements the meat and cheese but never overpowers the sandwich. We were pleasantly surprised, though, with the fresh-tasting chunk white tuna mixed with a light mayo given extra zing from lime. Fresh lettuce and tomato complement the filling on a soft, delicious sesame-seed panini. This towering, fluffy wedge, creamy yet firm, finds a home in a flaky, deliciously rich crust that threatens to steal the show. The crust floats indecisively between thin and thick, with an unremarkable red sauce.