On any given morning, you’ll see desert dwellers and visitors embarking on their walks. Their destination, a wonder, because if you stay out too long, it gets too hot outside to enjoy yourself. Springtime, however, is special in the desert because you can get in an early and easy workout without worrying about the creeping heat. Let’s face it…you gotta get moving before 7:30am because after that, it can get frighteningly hot. Then again, you can always reward yourself by cooling off under a restaurant’s parklet misting system when you’ve worked up an appetite.

Members of our Koolfog taste team ventured out on one such morning. We could smell the blooming jasmine as we walked amidst the cactuses on our way to El Paseo. You would think that this shining ode to boutique arts and shopping would be desolate this time of day, but a long line in front of The Fix Restaurant said otherwise. We hadn’t set out with a breakfast place in mind but we could not miss this buzz.

The Fix Restaurant has taken its service outside and has created a welcome parklet, dotted with umbrellas and set with well-appointed tables to entice the most discerning guests. A bonus…the parklet misting system that keeps the outdoor air cool while diners enjoy their mimosas and brunch fare. The parklet misting system is nestled atop a railing in between globe string lights and beautiful flower pots hanging from the fence When turned on, the mist not only cools the outdoor patio area, but it brings attention to the parklet as a visually stunning focal point. The overall vibe is a refreshing, relaxing atmosphere.

The “W’s” about a Restaurant Parklet Misting System

Who:
Koolfog Parklet Misting System

What:
An evaporative cooling system using high-pressure pump and pneumatic technology.

When:
Any time it’s too hot to enjoy an outdoor dining experience.

Where:
Parklet’s designed as outdoor dining spaces (previous parking spaces, repurposed during the pandemic).

Why:
Misting systems have always been a “go-to” as popular hospitality solutions to ensure guest comfort. With the ongoing pandemic, utilizing outdoor spaces has become a significant part of restaurants’ strategic Covid-19 response allowing for more “butts-in-seats” to affect the bottom line.

Whatever Did We Eat?

The Fix Restaurant has impeccable service and we were very well attended to while we perused the menu. To begin, we ordered Americano’s and Latte’s as we relaxed into our breakfast mode. The menu has a variety of interesting items to temp the taste buds, so we chose the following mouth-watering choices:

SMOKED SALMON BENEDICT
Poached eggs on English muffin, smoked salmon, grilled tomato, caper Hollandaise (one the side), sliced onions and fruit.

CLASSIC BREAKFAST
two eggs, choice of meat, side and toast

AVOCADO TOAST
poached eggs, fresh avocado spread, heirloom cherry tomatoes, sundried tomato pesto, micro greens on hand-cut multi-grain toast, choice of side

The artful plates delivered to our table were colorful in presentation and equally delicious. Looking about the patio parklet, brunchers were happily settled, chatting it up, while delving into their meals. They seemed comfortable, cool, and satiated.

By the time we finished our own delightful dishes, doors were beginning to open up for ready shoppers. The Fix Restaurant is located next to Sunny Days boutique and with the restaurant parklet misting system keeping the walkway cool, we couldn’t help but linger. A sunny day indeed.