Le Pain Quotidien Open in Former Tynan Spot

The wait is over. Le Pain Quotidien opened this week in the former Tynan Coffee and Tea location on the plaza of The Shops at Wisconsin Place.

On Tuesday afternoon, the restaurant was bustling, and diners packed the patio in the pleasant spring weather.

The 1,331-square-foot restaurant, which seats 34 diners inside and 38 outside on the patio, was constructed with "eco-friendly features such as LED light fixtures, recycled cast iron arched windows and a recycled church pew," according to a news release from Le Pain Quotidien.

The business' name means "the daily bread," and its motto is "where friends and strangers alike come together." Founded in Belgium in 1990, the restaurant is "renowned for its pâtisserie goods—macaroons, madeleines, tarts, brownies, cookies, Danish, Belgian waffles, plus mousse and more," along with "soups, salads, tartines (open-faced sandwiches), specialty plates, cheese boards and much more, from breakfast through dinner time," the news release added.

All beverages are organic, and pastries and organic breads are handmade each day. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free choices also are offered. "Le Pain Quotidien’s various locations have been well received for their healthy selections, charm and good service, as shown in numerous dining reviews," the restaurant's news release added.

The restaurant is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays. Take-out options also are available.