Raving about The Raven: Edgar Allen Poe-inspired cafe in downtown Port Huron

Port Huron's The Raven: on an afternoon bright and cheery, we enjoyed a scrumptious chai tea brownie 

On an afternoon bright and cheery, while we pondered tea sincerely, biz lunch at The Raven with chai brownies. Quoth me, I'd like more. 

Last month, we mixed business with pleasure while visiting Port Huron on a cool, but sunny, March afternoon. Barb's Tea Service has been invited to host a tea in this historic Michigan city later this year and, after a very enlightening tour of the Port Huron Museum, we took a quick drive to the main street of town to have lunch at The Raven.  A unique waterfront restaurant with, as you may have surmised, an Edgar Allen Poe theme. It's as delicious as it is quirky and we can't wait to go back.

Lunch on the second floor & adjoining balcony. We'll take advantage of the latter soon.

The Raven was new to me, but not to BTS team member, Pam B., who, knowing we were traveling to Port Huron, suggested this cafe for lunch. A few years back, on a trip to Stratford, Ontario, her posse of patrons of the arts stopped at The Raven for a repast before crossing the Blue Water Bridge.

Coincidentally, our business contact at the museum, also recommended The Raven. 

A quick review of the menu and I was sold. They had me at "Pit and the Pendulum Grilled Rueben". 

On arrival, we followed our hostess to the second floor to cozy space which faces the water. In warmer temps, we would have enjoyed a table on the adjoining balcony, but on this late winter afternoon, we were content to enjoy the views from inside along with the comforts of a hot beverage.

Although we did partake in their delicious coffee, along with a soup and sandwich combo, we did take tea in the form of one of their "Dreamland Desserts", specifically the chai brownie. This scrumptious confection is served with a drizzle of caramel syrup. It was incredible. 

A glimpse of Port Huron from top of the museum. See you later this year!

Our server was incredible as well - even offering to brave the chilly temps to take a less backlit photo of our table from the balcony. We declined, but we were appreciative - actually in awe - of the offer.

We plan to go back soon and take advantage of that balcony. . . and, perhaps another chai brownie or two. As earlier quoth-ed, we'd like more. 

For more information on this delightful Port Huron cafe, check out this link to The Raven.