I had wanted to check out Annie O Love Cafe of Sweet Abundance in West Ashley for a while. We managed to do that yesterday. They have ample parking outside, cool vibe decor inside with lots of wall art. The staff were very helpful considering it was our first time & I didn't realize it was also a Vegan cafe along with being Gluten Free. I was kinda lost with the rather large menu. We settled on a coffee with Oat milk & a Tofu based spicy sandwich with avocado. It was good and I'm glad I gave this style of food a try. However it's not for me. In saying that what a fabulous restaurant for people who are vegan and or gluten free. You have tons of options here and should definitely check it out. read more

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Everyone here is so nice and the food is amazing! I have enjoyed everything we have ever ordered, so flavorful, no notes! read more

Annie O Love’s Cookie Cafe - Chai, dream big cookie, trio chips - Cafes Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Absolutely love love love this place! Everything is GF and most things are vegan as well! You can enjoy healthy ingredients while having them taste good. Who knew?! If you have an allergy, everything is marked. They do use coconut for their cookies, but even my BF who doesn't like coconut enjoys their treats and loves their smoothies. I'm a big fan of their "Chicken" & waffles... Think peanut butter tofu and deliciousness. The staff are very friendly and helpful at explaining everything but the menu alone does a fantastic job of spelling everything out. It has a nice, warm feel when you enter the premise. It's a good place to meet us with a friend or enjoy a bite and drink on your own! read more

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Annie O'Loves Cookies are amazing! If you are in West Ashley, you have to stop at this super cute bakery for a super yummy sweet treat! The restaurant also has delicious brunch food options, but we usually stop in just for the amazing cookies! The cookies of the week are usually displayed within a beautiful chalkboard mural. There are plenty of seating options and there's even a second story balcony area if the lower floor seats are taken. The sweet girls in the shop are helpful and kind. They also love to give suggestions. The fabulous cookies options are quite extensive and we all tried something different. I had the "crème brûlée brownie cookie" and it was definitely delicious! One friend had the Valentines Special sprinkle cookie sandwich and another had the traditional chocolate chip. Everyone loved their cookies and we will definitely be back again when in West Ashley. read more

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I had to run an errand in West Ashley today, but I stopped by for a few cookies after finding this place on Yelp! It was absolutely adorable inside, and the team members helping me were so friendly! I have a bit of an obsession with cookies, and I left with about 6 of them to try. My absolute favorite was the PB&J cookie I tried...I had to eat it all in one sitting. It didn't stand a chance! My husband and toddler loved the chocolate chip cookie as well. The shop has an adorable little loft upstairs where you can play card games or Jenga and just relax while you snack. I didn't try anything but cookies today, but I'd come back again! Thank you for a great experience! read more

We popped in for cookies without even realizing everything was Vegan and gluten free and everything was delicious! We got a couple large and a 3-pack of the small cookies. The Christmas sprinkle cookie alone made me a definite return customer! The place it self was cute and cozy with little touches that made you smile. There is a party room upstairs with a mural but I didn't head up as we were headed to a concert. read more

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Annie O's is a fantastic, super cute, gluten-free cafe that can be enjoyed by all! Fast, very friendly, welcoming service with gigantic, beautiful, delicious cookies on display. I purchased 3 'coz... LOL! Absolutely recommend for the fellow gluten free and celiac crowd. Love it, love it!! read more

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Stopped in here, I wanted to go Christophe's a few doors down but they were closed. Grabbed a couple of cookies for the kids and an iced coffee for myself. The coffee was good - smooth, and not too sweet - and was pretty tasty. Kids absolutely loved their cookies! These things are massive. You could legit split one 2 or 3 ways and feel pretty satisfied. The rest of the menu looks fantastic too! I don't find myself in the West Ashley area too often, but places like this will definitely have me making it a regular haunt. J.Ja read more

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Cute store. My first visit and not my last. Service at the counter with very friendly young lady. Sweets for anyone's taste-Gluten free. Savory Snacks, Coffee hot or cold, frozen and all DELICIOUS! I heard they have a KILLER GRILLED CHEESE. Next time!Seating here and there and an upstairs. Shared parking in small strip mall. Get you SWEETS ON at the COOKIE DEALER read more

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I had high hopes for this place as they tout being vegan and gluten free. The "Dream Big" cookie I ordered was so bland and underwhelming in flavor and taste. I felt like I could have bought the same thing boxed at Whole Foods. It was $8 and change, wrapped in plastic and she didn't even give me a napkin. The ambiance is just ok and the staff wasn't overly friendly. Pass. read more

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Excellent vegan/GF food! What a treat for a hungry vegan traveling through the area. We've been back several times. The sandwiches have all been great as well as the cookies! read more

My sister and I are always on the look out for good vegan bakeries when we are on trips and Annie O Loves did not disappoint! I got the Cookie Monster cookie and the red velvet cookie sandwich. They both came in little to go pouches which was convenient because the cookies are HUGE and we started eating one at one of their outside tables but took the rest to go. The red velvet sandwich cookie was AMAZING. I feel like I could easily fly back to Charleston just for that. The Cookie Monster one is good too but the red velvet is the one I keep thinking about. Everyone must try it! My sister also loved her cookies and she is not vegan. read more

My sister has some food allergies so we stopped here after the beach for drinks and snacks! The chocolate chip cookie was awesome. The menu was unique with its fully vegan and gluten free options but since my sis is allergic to soy she couldn't order any of the vegan "chicken" items because it was tofu. They had a unique drink selection. The employees were helpful and I appreciated the open kitchen and how clean everything was. The upstairs is a fun spot to play chess and enjoy the art on tables and huge wall murals! read more

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My wife is 100% gluten and dairy free. While visiting Charleston on vacation it was a pleasure to find a vegan restaurant where my family all found something they liked. The kids ate grill cheese and unicorn pancakes and the wife was happy to find quesadillas and the oatmeal cream pie. My oldest child and I feasted on the "chicken" nachos and the pesto was so fresh. The ladies at the counter were very friendly and were very nice to bring the food to the loft where we played Jenga and chess while we waited. read more

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Oh, baby... that Besto Pesto sandwich! I am a vegan in the low country capital of the world; I assumed I would end up eating a lot of salads while here because there was NO WAY there would be any vegan options (let alone an entire restaurant) for me. And then, COSA popped up on my Yelp. I like pesto but it never occurred to me to mix it with savory granola and slap it on a sandwich! Wow! It knocked my socks off! THIS SANDWICH WAS THE BOMB! That's the easiest way to explain it. Soon as you open the box, the aroma hits your nose. You have to eat it with a fork and knife because it's so hot, you can't even hold it in your hands. It came with a cookie. It was underwhelming. Maybe because I was so blown away by the sandwich, the cookie just didn't have a chance. I'm DEFINITELY coming back here. read more

Annie O Love’s Cookie Cafe - Deliciousness in a sandwich--it's the BESTO!! - Cafes Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Give this cafe ALL the stars!! I've been driving by for about a year but finally made a trip inspired by a coworker's going away party - our boss brought a Celebration Vegan Cheesecake for us to share and after a slice had to seek more. I brought my Dad because a slice alone is enough for 2 people or at least leftovers. (Very generous slice). The cheesecake itself is fluffy, flavorful, and tastes like party! There's multiple textures going on with the hardened chocolate to the gobs of cookie dough..which reminds me, if you like cookie dough - the celebration cake slice is a must! I got a regular iced coffee to balance out the sweetness of the cake and found it perfect. The staff is kind and friendly plus patient with all the questions. I'm super impressed with how this cafe has a full menu - it's not just display-only. Whatever you want on the menu they have and offer sandwiches, big cookies, smoothies, variety of unique espresso drinks, tea, sandwiches. Very unique items that are vegan, vegetarian, gluten free. Very inclusive cafe which I appreciate. Keep it up! Can't wait to return!! read more

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Cookies are a must when visiting! We tried 5 of them. I really liked the Dream Big and Blueberry Lemon cookie. They sell so many other products like cheesecakes, but it's so hard to see/read their menu, there's so much on it. Abs the cheesecakes or cakes are not available to view on display. I would love to see more of their products available to view. The service was great! Ambience was very nice too. They have an upstairs area to sit and chill. read more

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If you're looking for a unique lunch that you can't find anywhere else in Charleston, the Café of Sweet Abundance is your place. I'd expect to find restaurants like this in Asheville, Seattle, or California, but not in the suburbs like West Ashley. The restaurant has a hippie, earthy, vibe, with the chocolate chip cookie painted on the outside that brings a smile to my face when I sit in Ashley River Rd. traffic. They opened just prior to the COVID pandemic, and I'm grateful they survived such a trying time for restaurants. On my first visit, I ordered a MacDaddy Chick'N Sandwich, which consisted of vegan "chicken", dairy-free "cheese", pesto, and nutty granola. I'm pescatarian now, but have eaten many real chicken sandwiches in my life, and this sandwich beats all of those. When you bite into your sandwich, go in with an open mind about the new foods you're trying, rather than what is "missing". The sandwich ingredients are flavorful and combine well. The dairy-free cheese is the best I've had, with a consistency and taste like real cheese rather than the grainy texture of some vegan cheeses. The pieces of chick'n are small but in every bite of the sandwich, and the pesto and granola add crunch. The warm, gluten-free bread holds the panini ingredients together well, and I couldn't tell a difference from other locally-sourced breads. My sandwich came with a small "life changing" cookie on the side, which is the perfect dessert and eases the pain of the $14 price tag of the sandwich. The cookie was soft but filled with crunch from granola. Everything is naturally sweetened and the taste reflects that, but I gobbled it right up. Unlike a lot of artificially sweetened or heavily sweetened foods, I was satisfied with the small cookie and wasn't craving more sugar. A week later, I returned to try the Chick'N and Waffles. Since I don't eat actual chicken, this was my first time ever having the traditional southern delicacy. The waffles were thick and filling, and I was full after eating about half the entrée. I ate the rest later, and it reheated perfectly. The "MacDaddy Butter" that comes with the Chick'N and Waffles tastes a little like pimento cheese. One piece of Chick'N, a bite of waffle, and a little bit of MacDaddy butter = Happiness in your mouth. Everything at Café of Sweet Abundance is gluten free and vegan, but don't let those words turn you off. If someone has food allergies, this is the perfect spot because everyone can enjoy it with no worries. Sometimes paying a little more is worth the peace of mind that you won't accidentally get a meat item. All of my vegan or vegetarian friends can relate. Whether you're trying to incorporate more plant-based foods in your diet or just want a lunch you can't get anywhere else, Café of Sweet Abundance is worth the splurge for special occasions or to brighten an ordinary day. read more

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I was so thrilled to find this place after having moved here a year ago. The gf cookies are to die for! I have not eaten here yet but will continue to buy the cookies! read more

Wow wow wow! If you are a vegetarian/vegan or gluten free or just someone who enjoys eating delicious food, this is the place for you. Menu ranges from sandwiches to nachos to waffles, so you've got the full spread. We munched down two sandwiches that were absolutely delicious and of course we got some cookies to go. Staff is friendly and the service was quick. Overall positive vibes in this place. As a vegetarian I just love being able to pick ANYTHING off the menu. Will definitely be back here. read more

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I usually never leave a bad review if I don't have anything good to say, but I'm honestly so blown away by how disappointed and genuinely disgusted. My husband and I got two slices of cheesecake yesterday pumpkin and a peanut butter one I honestly didn't even try the other one and I literally took one bite of the pumpkin cheesecake and I kid you not said WTF is this and I spit it out it was so disgusting. It did not taste like cheesecake at all and I'm so upset because we spent $50 on two slices of cake and a cookie. It's just honestly awful. It's terrible. I'm at a loss for words. Please save your money. Smh. read more

I think I have an addiction. The gluten-free / vegan menu might throw you off however these are some of the best desserts that I've ever had. I've tried almost all the cookies including the special holiday ones, I've had most of their cheesecake abundance jars and can't wait to try their most recent one for St Patrick's Day. The whole vibe inside is amazing. The staff is wonderful and incredibly helpful. It's always so fun in there. I highly recommend checking it out. Follow them on social to see how things are made, new items coming out and a lot of behind the scenes stuff that isn't usually shared with a lot of places. read more

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Everything was great!! I got the Spicy Chick'n Avocado panini (not spicy if you ask me, but still tasty) My partner got the chickn and waffles. We finished up with a cookie, a "jar," and a piece of peanut butter cheesecake.... amazing. The cookie that came with the sandwich was underwhelming but don't let that dissuade you from ordering a more robust cookie for dessert!!! 10/10 on the tofu chicken. Everything is vegan which is amazing. Omnivores would never know, so don't count this cute little place out! read more

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I've been following these scrumptious treats on social media, and finally made my way into the cookie café yesterday to grab a few cookies. Super cute exterior. Kinda dark inside, but I only was at the register since I got my goodies to go. Opted for the holiday sandwich cookie since I'm a sucker for frosting and the cookie monster cookie because it just sounded fun. I'm not vegan, but I think these are great cookies. The cookie monster was a little more granola-like, but the ball of cookie dough on top made up for that. You'd never know the frosting was vegan by tasting it. It's really delicious! And they're large cookies, so I cut them in half later since I couldn't decide which to eat first. I got a can of sparkling tea and with my two cookies, it was just over $20. A little pricey for sure, but the quality was great and I know good ingredients aren't cheap. It's a good place for a treat, and I hope they continue doing well. I hear the cheesecake is amazing, so I hope to try it some time! read more

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Since going gluten and dairy free earlier this year it's been really hard going out to eat. I was so excited when I learned everything is gluten and dairy free here! I ordered the "chicken" nachos, my bf who doesn't have any dietary restrictions ordered the corn bread waffle and loved it. We also ordered a few cookies and ate those at home. Everything was well priced and absolutely delicious. Can't wait to come back and try more!!!! read more

First timer! Stopped in on a time crunch between work and doctors appt, to pick up a few quick things to throw in a care bag for a coworker having a tough day. Super cute little cafe. Service was quick, but I was quickly overwhelmed with all the amazing choices. The girl was super sweet and helped me picked some things out, and I even snagged some for myself. Couldn't help it, they looked so good! As an added bonus the treats are vegan and gluten free, and I can tell you it didn't lack any flavor. I don't eat exclusively vegan and/or gluten free, but I do have several chronic illnesses and gastroparesis, so when possible it is easier on my stomach/digestion. I still have tastebuds and don't like to sacrifice flavor though. Coworker loved the goodies in her bag. I split a Snow White and an Apocalypse cookie with my dad (who refuses healthy food) and my best friend with Crohn's. It was a win win for everyone! Dad said it was great and had no idea it was a "healthy cookie" and Crohn's bestie had no tummy issues. Highly recommend and I will be back, for sure! read more

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Really yummy cookie. I'm a fan. I would love to come back and try some of the food and such. I was caught off guard because the first cookie we picked was $8...for a single cookie. There are no prices listed on cookies so I just didn't know. Oof. Glad my kiddo didn't really care when we switched it out. Super nice worker too. My kid didn't appreciate the cookie in the same way I did but let's be honest, kids are weird and like things like spaghetti O's and such lol! read more

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Good (veggie / vegan) option that I visited while on the road. My sandwich was fine, pretty flavorful and well pressed and grilled. The side salad was very plain, essentially just spring mix and a few slices of bell pepper. I got a cookie too and it was tasty! read more

I love Annie and I love her new adventure venture. As other reviewers have mentioned, she (with her cookies, cheesecakes, and granola) has been a pillar of the farmer market community, and has now opened her own cafe. It's hard to overstate how joyful and colorful of a person Annie is and honestly it is worth coming here JUST to see how all that joy and color manifest a Cafe. That could be my entire review. When you walk in you first notice how open and bright the space is- open kitchen, lots of windows. There are breathtaking murals inside and out and Annie is in charge in the kitchen. The day I was there was their 2nd day open and she was training her staff about all her different cheesecakes. It's worth the visit just to hear her preach her wares.: "We've got big things here for Charleston- I'm so excited about this ya'll. And that's a hunk a hunk a burnin' love." I had a savory dish- a vegan pesto grilled cheese she calls "The Ms Lucia" it is seedy and gooey and great. Plus a warm turmeric drink she calls Heal 'Em A Latte. Check out the photo cause it has golden fairy dust on it- I expect nothing less from Annie than literal MAGIC. Check her out. read more

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I went to this establishment thinking I could get a delicious chocolatey cookie to fulfill my craving for sweets. When I arrived, I saw that they had big cookies painted on the wall outside. It is a beautiful mural. I went inside and looked over the menu. I decided on a cookie that said it had a ball of cookie dough in the center and it had swirls of blue cheesecake around the cookie dough. It sounded delicious to me. Also a woman that was there getting some food, she commented that everything there was delicious and if you cannot pick which one to get, just get them all. I was excited for this cookie. I brought it home and I ate it after dinner. This cookie was not sweet. It had some round things all throughout the cookie that made my boyfriend question if this cookie is supposed to be healthy. He looked up the name of the cookie shop and found out that this cookie place is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Therefore, my cookie did not have any real chocolate in it. That was very disappointing. It did not make my craving for sweets go away. I ended up throwing away half of the cookie. I personally would not recommend this place to anybody looking for a sweet treat. However, if you are vegan and vegetarian or have a gluten-free diet, this place might be for you! But it is definitely not for me. read more

Great variety of fun flavors, and it's vegan and gluten free?! Thank you Annie! If I lived here, this would be a fun regular spot as it has a nice second level sitting area to play games and enjoy food. The service was happy and welcoming - not just because it's their job either. The desserts are pretty expensive but not surprising for vegan/gluten-free. I tried the Dream Big and Cookie Monster which are over $6 each. For the price and creativity, I was expecting more depth of flavor. Still, if I lived nearby I would come again. read more

A real gem. 100% vegan, so worries! Great sandwich selection, cute decor. Loved our fungi sandwiches. Clean restroom, large parking area. We'll be back, that's for certain. read more

Annie O Love’s Cookie Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

plenty of parking; gluten free options; interesting decor, visually intriguing interior; decorated tables; friendly staff; delicious menu items; kid menu; etc read more

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stopped in for a quick sweet treat. & WOAH. The Cookie Monster cookie was incredible. I probably should've split it with my husband, but I chose to eat the whole thing myself lol! It is topped with shavings of macadamia nut, and has a huge chocolate truffle in the center. Perfect for a Friday pick-me-up!! The woman at the register was incredibly friendly, and her service was top notch & efficient. I certainly will be back!! read more

This place is not only vegan, but also gluten-free, which surprised me. They're not big on soy either. There's not much left at that point, is there? Or so it would seem. Speaking from a vegetarian perspective, I don't have quite as much common ground with vegans as you might think, as these sorts of restaurants tend to try to emulate foods I was never interested in to begin with. I much prefer classic vegetarian foods from world cuisines to a fake cheeseburger. And frankly, whatever arguments one might make against them, I like dairy products. But hey, I finally found an excuse to give this place a try. It has a New Orleans vibe, like something you'd find in Bywater, with tattoos all around and a menu that wildly overpromotes everything (ludicrous enthusiasm is considered standard salemanship in New Orleans). My pesto grilled cheese looked like an actual grilled cheese and mind you, pesto is not typically vegan and is a complex flavor that is difficult to get right, but this pesto was legit. It was smeared on the sandwich so heavily that it was difficult to keep on, with an extra side of pesto added for some reason. But it was good enough that I ate it. Whatever they use for bread wasn't as good as a quality sourdough, but was airy and textural enough that I didn't think twice of it until someone else said that it was gluten free. Still, a cornbread waffle might be better and I rather wish I'd tried that. My smoothie was fine; it was a bit grainy and a bit "health food", honestly, like something I'd make with my own blender. I noted with some amusement that other people came in and asked to avoid nuts, and I'm guessing this is the sort of place that gets a lot of requests and the people working there seemed quite prepared to handle questions if you're the sort of person that asks a lot of them. I'm not likely to go gluten-free or vegan myself, but I was pretty impressed with what they were able to do, and I'd come back. read more

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Everything I got was delicious. Ambiance not great, a bit cluttered. Staff were nice. Easy to park at, no line/wait.

Come for the cookies. Omg they are so delicious. Food is not bad. The people are friendly. They have a 2nd floor loft you can chill. Little crunchy vibe. Very relaxed. read more

Fabulous little spot offering gluten free and some nut free deliciousness!! Cookies , cookie jars of abundance, specialty granolas , lunches , delicious drinks and more This place is so cool and the vibe is amazing. Annie herself is on site and is a lovely and friendly human being!! read more

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I think this is a really neat place and love that all their cookies are vegan! I had a really delicious oatmeal cream pie and my husband got a cookie as well that he really enjoyed. However, there was a bit of shock when the total rang up to $17 for the two cookies. Totally respect the mission, but may not be the bakery for me in the future. read more

My Cookie Dealer is better than yours The Double Doozy - 100% Vegan, Gluten free, Processed Sugar free, Soy free & Corn free! It's peanut butter brownie cookies pressed with a pretzel and rice crispies then smoothed together with vegan buttercream and chocolate drizzle on top! This was so delicious and honestly better tasting than the cookies that contain gluten and processed sugar! The vibe here is so relaxed and laid back and the staff is so friendly and answers all questions. You can get the menu online and it even tells you ingredients so it is very good allergy friendly! I definitely suggest taking a trip to check out the coolest bakery in West Ashley!! read more

Annie O Love’s Cookie Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina