If you’ve been anywhere near Third Street in Santa Rosa over the past few months, you’ve seen it: the pink takeover that is downtown’s newest all-day brunch spot, Café Carrusel, in the former La Fondita space.
There’s a life-size horse draped in pink, a wall of pink flowers, a pink carousel and enough bubblegum-colored decor to make Barbie ask them to dial it back a shade or two.
Then there’s the Instagram. A quick scroll through the restaurant’s feed offers a preview of the pink-on-pink aesthetic, with plenty of flash and a touch of cheekiness. I can’t wait to sip mimosas with the girl crew at this wildly Instagrammable pink pony party.
Brought to you by the owners of Santa Rosa’s La Fondita, the restaurant appears to focus on classic breakfast dishes and Mexi-brunch favorites, along with cocktails and an evening menu of burgers, pizza and tacos.
Hours are listed as 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-10 p.m. daily, though it may be worth confirming before heading out. 630 Third St., Santa Rosa, instagram.com/cafe_carrusel