Pom Poms teahouse and sandwicheria

So Pom Poms isn't exactly an all vegetarian restaurant, but let's face it, there aren't that many all vegetarian restaurants in Orlando anyway.

Still, Pom Poms is an amazing place to eat (especially on the weekends when it's the busiest) and I'll tell you why:

1. My friends work there.
2. My friends are cool.
3. The Drag Queens of Orlando love it.
4. They have tarot readings on Tuesdays from 6-9
5. The food is delicious.

So lets talk about the food for a moment, shall we?

I found the perfect explanation of the menu on the restaurant's myspace, "East meets West with themed gourmet sandwiches plus a unique blend of authentic side salads and a wide variety of loose leaf teas and a delicious array of sweets to tantalize your taste buds!"

The owner, Pom Moongauklang, loves to mix traditional western dishes with her Thai heritage, creating the perfect balance of East and West.

The tea is also something to rave about. There's normally a tea of the day, but my favorite is the Green Tea Kiwi. Ice cold and about two bucks a cup, it is the perfect hangover cure.

Now, what I eat at Pom Poms--breakfast or lunch--usually depends on what time I wake up. Don't get me wrong, the breakfast is delicious, but I usually don't wake up until about 1 pm so most of my Pom Poms meals have been of the sandwich persuasion.

The Tuscan melt and the Danny G pressed sandwiches are by far my favorite. For $6.95 you can get the Danny, which is Ginger Cranberry Chutney, Apple Slices & Almonds, Brie pilled high on two thick slices of bread.

The Tuscan melt, $6.50, is a delightful combination of Sun Dried Tomatoes, Goat cheese, Mozzarella, Basil, Black Olives & Red Onions. Amazing. I would suggest making your meal into a combo for just two bucks more; this way you can enjoy a cup of Iced Green Tea Kiwi and a side of noodles with peanut sauce--but be forewarned, you're going to need a box.

If you're looking for a place to mingle with the hippest gays in Orlando and munch on some delicious sandwiches all while enjoying local art work while sipping a cup of tea, well then, Pom Poms is your place.