So wow! Their hot seared salmon salad was huge, delicious, and healthy. It was unusual but good that most of the items were sectioned on the spinach. I am not a fan of almonds but their slices seemed glazed and amazing. Also, I was surprised about the raw asparagus which was very green and fresh for this time of fall. I tried the basil vinaigrette but eventually gave it to my guest for her entrée; I gave her my radish slices, too. I tried two-fruit flavored water but it was not what I preferred. Large portion for $10.99 so reasonably priced. The restaurant was bigger than I could see. Definitely, I will return and check it out more. One day, I may try another entrée but that salmon salad is on the top of my radar. Only downside is that the restroom is outside the restaurant down the hall. However, it is a beautiful, large, and clean restroom. read more

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Local, fresh food in downtown Carmel. The place is really cute with funky decor, the chandelier had forks in it. You order at the counter, and they bring it out to you. The food is super fresh. The Thai Noodle salad was delicious, crisp, tangy, filling.... I wonder how they get the perfect avocados on all the orders? What would give it the 5th star? I'm getting old.... my eyes are getting weak. I would love a printed menu to view. Also, would be great for some more detail. Some of their entrees are spicy that you wouldn't think like biscuits and gravy. The chorizo really gives it an extra kick. (I liked it!) but the hubs who ordered it, is spicy adverse and did not really get to enjoy his meal. Also they don't scramble eggs in the traditional sense.. they come out flat which was odd. I enjoyed it and will be back when in the mood for fresh, healthy goods! read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

We really enjoyed our experience at Blu Moon Cafe. The staff was very helpful in selecting our orders which were paninis and sides. I went with a spicy Grinder (hot ham and salami with provolone and giardiniera) and a side of smashed potato salad. The heat from the sandwich surprised me, but it wasn't too hot. The bread was perfectly toasted, but I will say that the sandwich got a little messy since the giardiniera dripped quite a bit causing the garlic mayo to get on my fingers. My wife ordered a half tuna melt and thought it pretty good as well. She got a side of chicken soup with large cubes of chicken, but no noodles. It was spicy as well. (She doesn't have a tolerance for heat so she left it unfinished. I thought it was pretty good, but the chicken definitely got overcooked.) When you order, they give you a number for your table and bring it out to you when it is ready. I didn't see anything for busing the tables when done, so I assume they do that for you. Overall, the staff was great, the food tasted great, though a bit on the spicy side and a little messy. If you don't mind licking your fingers or using a second napkin, then this is a place to try! Review #2024 read more

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I recently visited Blu Moon Cafe and was pleasantly surprised at how much I loved this place! Firstly, the service was great. The staff were very nice and helpful since this was my first time. It is an open and welcoming environment. There is plenty of seating and an outdoor patio for the summer. Blue Moon Cafe serves both breakfast and lunch. I went for lunch and ordered the California Turkey sandwich. They even let me sample 3 different types of homemade salads to decide which one I wanted to accompany my sandwich. The sandwich was delicious! It was very fresh and filled with turkey, avocado, tomato, cucumber, havarti cheese, and dill mayo. The dill mayo was excellent! I chose the curried lentils as my side. This was also very tasty. Overall, I definitely recommend Blue Moon Cafe. I can't wait to return and try some other items on the menu. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - California sandwich with dill mayo on the side. Also a side of curried lentils. Delicious! - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

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On my mission to better familiarize myself with Carmel and the northern side of our fair city, I visited Blue Moon Cafe for lunch this past week. Many thanks to Brooke K's review and spiffy photo of the Thai Chicken noodle salad. How could I resist rice noodles piled high on pickled red onions, lettuce, sesame seeds, peanut vinaigrette, roasted red peppers and chicken? It was just as tasty as it looked and for $10 I was able to stretch it into two meals - easily. And I'm not one of those cute light eating ladies. As for the space and other offerings, you'll find a bounty of baked goods like almond cookies (thanks for the recommendation, Dawn V, you were right - very, very tasty), brownies and more. Blue Moon has tall ceilings, an abundance of windows and natural light and free wifi. Great spot to grab a mocha or tea and work at the high top counters. Last but not least, I found the service to be the perfect amount of friendly without being over-the-top. 5 stars! read more

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My new favorite lunch spot, hands down. Blu Moon is a short walk from Main Street in downtown Carmel. A great place to grab breakfast, lunch, coffee, tea or a sweet treat. On my inaugural visit, I ordered the vegetable wrap - highly recommend. Great bang for your buck, too. The wrap was large enough to stretch to two meals, like Brittany S. said, but I conquered it in one sitting because 1) I was hungry and 2) I wasn't sure how well it would hold to the next meal/day. I also recommend the black bean feta salad. Oh, and the Thai noodle salad...and the California sandwich...yep, pretty sure you can't go wrong here. Also, I'm weirdly obsessed with their lemonade (fresh squeezed, perhaps?). Friendly and quick service, fresh eats, ample space (indoor/outdoor) and natural lighting - just some of the many reasons Blu Moon is my new go-to when I'm hungry midday. I can imagine this is a great place to have a business meeting or get some work done! read more

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I kinda had a feeling Blu Moon Cafe would be delicious just based on driving by and seeing the cute restaurant, and I was right! (I guess sometimes it does pay to judge a book by its cover!) I got the Chicken Ranch Wrap, which came with peppered bacon, spinach and tomato, all wrapped up in a green spinach tortilla. Yum! It was the perfect light lunch that I was looking for. It came with a small pile of pickles, which are housemade. I don't like pickles generally, but I savored each and every one of these! They were a little spicy and tangy. This is one of those restaurants where it took me a while to decide what to order because everything sounded so good, so I'll definitely be back to try other items from the menu. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Coffee counter - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

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Great delicious options for lunch. This is a cute, fast, delicious walk up counter/ bring it to your table cafe. They have amazing dessert (scratch made ding dongs- so good) great fresh salads, hot and cold sandwiches and lots of choice. I had a half a panini blt- great fresh ingredients and perfectly toasted peasant bread, and because I was doing a half sandwich combo I had my choice of a side salad from the many options in the glass case or chips. I ended up getting the chips plus adding a Side salad. I ordered the cucumber salad which had cucumber, apple, jicama, peppers, onions in a very light vinaigrette. It was a perfect summer flavor and a great light pairing with the blt. They also have hearty soup in the winter and you can do a half sandwich small soup combo too. The line was long but the wait was short. And they have outside seating so we enjoyed the summer feeling of alfresco dining which also being covered from direct sun (skin damaging) hot. It was a great little lunch! read more

This is a hard one... I gave no stars for service (will explain below) and four stars for food. This used to be my favorite local spot for lunch/early dinner. I tried their breakfast a few times and the egg dishes were never fully cooked. I have only compliments for their lunch/dinner items. I love how their chef thinks outside the box for their Daily Specials (which are always delicious). I personally think their desserts, especially frosting, taste too much like butter (although the cake part is always good). Overall, you can't go wrong here. They have nice indoor/outdoor eating areas and have healthy options too. As for service, I used to go on average once per week and stopped going after my experience five months ago (was contemplating whether to say anything). I placed a pick-up order and went to go pick it up. I was told that I had to stand behind the line of 10 plus people (lunch rush). That wasn't the problem (I'm fine with flowing rules). I waited a good 20-25 minutes to reach the front of the line to only have another lady picking up her pick-up order walk right in front of me and get her order by the same worker who said I had to stand in the line. When I paid for my order, I said that wasn't fair and he shrugged his shoulders. Good service is what brings me back to places. read more

If you're looking for a cute little lunch spot that's more on the healthier side, look no further than Blu Moon Cafe. It's attached to the Indiana Design Center building in downtown Carmel. The atmosphere has a chic, modern, laid back vibe to it. They have a pretty open space with plenty of seating. The big windows offer a lot of natural light that makes everything seem brighter. As for the food, they have everything from sandwiches to soups to salads and even desserts. I got the California sandwich which had roasted turkey, havarti cheese, avocado, tomato, cucumbers, mixed green and dill mayonnaise on grain bread. This sandwich is huge, but it is delicious! I probably would opt for a half order next time though. I also got a small cup of their BBT (bacon, blue cheese, & tomatoes) pasta salad. Soo good! Definitely recommend this if you're a fan of blue cheese. Overall, I was very pleased with everything. It's a great place to grab a quick bite to eat or stay a while and catch up with friends. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - California sandwich & BBT pasta salad - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Blu Moon is our regular lunch spot for my cousin, aunt, mom and I. One thing we all always get is the BBT pasta salad. To us, that is their main specialty. We usually switch around which sandwiches we get. I've had the ham and Swiss on a pretzel bun, the chicken salad sandwich, and yesterday I got the Grinder sandwich. So far my favorite is the grinder sandwich. They also have tons of homemade desserts that change! We tried out the peanut butter white chocolate cheesecake and the walnut banana cake. The only reason I am giving this a 4 star over a 5 is sometimes the desserts can be a tad dry. Also, they are closing down shop in may 2020 so hurry in before it's too late! (They will still offer catering though) read more

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I checked out this space after my yoga class to celebrate my last day of spring break. I was specifically craving avocado toast at a place I could work for a bit without being bothered. Pros: coffee-excellent flavor and unlimited pours for a decent price; lots of seating options with nice (shop-able) decor; good service Cons: food was ok. Not bad, but not fantastic. The toast had sriracha on it, which I didn't realize. It was ok, but not great. I also feel like the fruit was a little overpriced for the amount received. Overall, I would stop by again if I'm in the Carmel area, especially in order to support a local restaurant. I would also be interested in trying the lunch which is supposed to be their specialty. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Avocado toast with one egg and fruit cup - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Driving through Carmel and saw this Cafe. Headed in to see what was on the menu. When I came through the door I was greeting with some delicious looking sweets! There was also a cold case with assorted salads. They serve both breakfast and lunch, I missed breakfast so settled on lunch. I ordered the Hot Chicken Bacon (hold the bacon) Ranch Salad. The sandwich was hot and it's real carved pieces of chicken! It also came with cheese and spinach. The sandwich was fresh, delicious and filling. I will add this to my list of repeats. Great Customer Service too. read more

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This place was fantastic but closed some time ago to focus on catering. The retail operation is no longer there. Wish they would come back it was delicious. read more

This is probably my top lunch spot in Carmel. Any place that greets you with a dessert case full of homemade Ding Dongs and an 18 layer Maple Cake served with a side of bacon has my heart. Well guess what, the love doesn't stop there. After you stop drooling over desserts you can drool over their freshly prepared deli salads. Personally, I am thankful for that panel of glass. I am sure I am not the only one hoovering over that case. Any eatery that uses local farms (meats & produce) get's an A+ from me. Some of my favorite menu items share the local love including the Beer Mac N Cheese with Goose Jowl Bacon. Their salads are huge requiring tongs. I love the Thai Noodle Salad plenty for two. I also recommend the Spicy Tomato Soup made with chipotle peppers. Everything is very fresh and super affordable. I have not stopped in for breakfast but I have made it my personal mission to devour their Pork Shoulder Breakfast Tostada, Goose Sausage & Sweet Potato Hash, and their build your own Egg Panini. Other notes: This cafe is located in the Carmel Design Center with an easily accessible parking lot right next to it. I love the use of local artwork decorating the space. Cute details on the backs of chairs. Lots of natural light. Fun crystal chandeliers. Service is exceptional. My one wish is they were open on Sundays. read more

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I'm here practically every day... so I love it. There's so much to love: great granola with coffee in the morning, awesome daily soups and if none of that grabs you the curry chicken salad is the BEST in the Indianapolis area. Pair that on their trio salad and some sweet potato chips and I can eat it every day. Don't come here if you're in a hurry. You won't be able to enjoy all it has to offer. Good food takes time to actually make... read more

Was sceptical of the Carmel Deli. It was very VERY Surprisingly delicious. The portions are FANTASTIC and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Very spacious but not loud! Though the bathrooms ARE NOT in the restaurant, they indoor just a turn or two inside the design center. I have made this a new favorite place to go in Carmel for breakfast and lunch! read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Veggie wrap ( hold the cheese ) YUM! - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Boy have I had my head in the "clay" when it comes to discovering Carmel! I'm so glad I have a smarter-than-me-phone with a Yelp mobile app. I never would have discovered anything, much less fellow Yelper Raquel R.'s review on this place. Thanks to her, I trusted to go and get some vittles from Blue Moon, and I'm so glad I let Yelp make the decision for me once again. The scrambles are EPIC. Huge! Humongous!! And my egg white scramble with all the veggies I could stand kept me satiated for the rest of the day. Not a coffee drinker, but I noticed that they had their own brand at a full coffee bar, and no "Evil Starbux" (as Ethan calls it) in sight. All the first time drinkers people seemed to love it! The place was only a quarter full, yet not quiet. The layout ensures that you hear all conversations, so the people watching was great. The decor is eclectic, but what else would it be inside a building called the Indiana Design Center? A sure winner for breakfast. Highly recommended! read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Sustainable order numbers! - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Now, I just came here and had coffee with a potential business contact, so I'm reviewing the atmosphere, staff, and coffee. Although they had an impressive menu selection which I plan on trying the next time I go. The guy behind the counter was courteous and helpful. The coffee tasted great and the whole atmosphere is relaxing. Something tells me that this place is still somewhat of a hidden gem as it wasn't that busy when I was there around 9-10am on a weekday. The café is attached to the Indiana Design Center so the only downside is that there is no restroom in the café - or at least that I could see. You have to go out into the Design Center and find the bathroom down a hallway. The upside is you can take your coffee to go and check out all the shops in the Design Center. Pretty neat place! read more

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This place is adorable. It has eclectic interior decor which is quite appropriate thanks to the location where it's housed in. The food is delish. The paninis are something else. Their pancetta and brie panini has caramelized pears which you can usually find in really high end and trendy breakfast joints in LA. Price wise, super affordable. They even have lunch specials and offers catering. Don't skip on their dessert. Made from scratch mile high red velvet cake? Sign me up. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Eclectic decor - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Blu Moon fits well in Carmel's Arts and Crafts district atmosphere - art from adjacent galleries on walls, clean white furniture lines. Never mind the furniture, it is the food that excites with a question: what eclectic ingredients and spices have they thrown together in a salad today? You can buy a three salad combo as a meal or stick with paninis and soups. Smoked salmon on my panini was just right - not overly salty. Beer Mac and Cheese sported stout flavor and creative presentation (which turned out a bit too adult for a 7-year old). Black bean soup - spicy! In an impulsive buy, we split a home-made Ding Dong. Ganache and heavy whipped cream... I am still cherishing the memory...just not of the fight over each little bit, including crumbs. read more

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If you are thinking, "Where can I go to get the most affordable lunch in Indy?" or "Where do I get the most consistent meal?", Blu Moon might not be for you. However, I give it 4 stars because I always enjoy my experience. I've had some hit or miss items on the special board (today's short rib was a huge hit). The Italian Grinder is a hit more times than not! When I'm feeling super naughty, I get the tuna and add bacon. That bad boy will set you back $12+ so it might be a decision of whether or not my mortgage gets paid that month if I eat it too much. Every place in Carmel should be more like Blu Moon - locally owned, cool vibe, different sandwiches/sides and everything homemade. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Short Rib Special Sandwich (February, 2016) - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Blu Moon is such a nice delight on Rangeline. The menu is a bit small in my opinion but the deli salad bar is a nice touch. I got the breakfast menu French toast and not only did it look phenomenal but it tasted delicious as well. Although the prices seem high the portion sizes really fill you up. Blu's eggs is also a good deal for the amount of variety you get. Service is friendly and pretty fast. If you're willing to splurge on drinks I would go for the tea, although I hear the coffee is great as well. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Yummy french toast, Blu's eggs and hot tea! - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

I came here with a fellow Yelper who works downtown Carmel and dined here often. I'm so glad she recommended the restaurant and the veggie wrap because both were spot on! The veggie wrap was huge and chock full of veggies! Not wimpy shredded lettuce and a few diced tomatoes but legit chunks of veggies. This is a must-order if you're a fan of any and all vegetables! There was ample parking in the adjacent lot. Restrooms were clean- and wee shared will other establishments in the design center. read more

Ambiance: Pretty standard hipster chic restaurant combining bits of industrial minimalism, farm country, and healthy splash of eclectic art. I especially love the huge windows, high ceilings, and generously spaced tables giving this place a very bright and open feel. The staff here are super friendly and responsive. Food: I've had a few of their sandwiches now and they have all been excellent. The bread is always grilled to perfection with a good amount of crunch. The bread itself is flavorful and melds well with their quality fillings. I especially recommend their grinders! The salami is mildly spicy, lightly toasted, and the sandwich drips with whatever magical sauce they put in it. The brie and pear sandwich was like eating dessert for lunch, not a everyday sandwich but a fun switch-up. I will add their plain coffee is also excellent! My only complaint is the portion size leaves you satisfied but not full, perhaps that's best for my health... The best thing about Blu Moon is everything is executed well. Everything on their menu is fresh, well-balanced, and has a gourmet level of refinement. This place is certainly a hidden gem and plan to stop by whenever I am in the area. read more

This cafe is just feet from my workplace, so I've heard several employees say they've gone there for lunch. I was in the mood for a salad and a lot of the reviews talked about the house salad with their house-made vinaigrette. I ordered this and the 1/2 turkey blt. It was good, but not impressive. The kalamata olives gave the salad a nice pop of flavor, but the sandwich was a little dry. I wish there'd been more pesto and less cheese (2 whole slices for a 1/2 sandwich). I will return because the customer service was good and there are some other interesting options that I would like to give a try (i.e. the paninis, thai noodle bowl). I'm sure they'll knock my socks off the second time around. read more

So first here I thought the food was okay at best. I ordered the California. It's a turkey sandwich with avocado, cheese, cucumber, and some multi grain bread. Sadly I could only get the flavor of the cucumber on each bite. The turkey and cheese could have been little sheets of paper because there was just no flavor. The multi grain bread was nice thick cut with a good texture. The sandwich is served in a wire box with parchment paper on the bottom. I was not a fan of this because it was just a little awkward to get your hands on the sandwich. As per the ding dong. It was okay. Not the best type of pastry/desert I have ever had but the presentation of the ding dong was kind nice. Biggest gripe with this place are the employees. They're not bad employees they just have no enthusiasm. I'm not looking for cartwheels while ordering but a smile would be nice. I mean if I was told this place was run by a slave driver I would not be surprised based off the expressions of the staff. All in all this place is okay. It feels like a Panera to me. Obviously a little better food quality but at least I get a smile from the workers at Panera. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - California turkey sandwich. - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

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This is a neat little nook with a diverse menu and lots of fresh ingredients. I ordered a salad topped with bbq shrimp, and it was really great. It was the perfect portion, and seasoned well. This place is surrounded by several design shops for furniture, electronics, designer kitchens, etc... I would suggest eating at this place if you are in the area, and then walking around t the many surrounding shops. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Roasted shrimp salad - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Typically I don't order an entree salad but I cannot resist here. Whether I'm dining in or taking out; the Thai noodle salad is the perfect filling salad, the noodles and jalapeños compliment each other so well. The wife prefers the Greek salad (she adds banana peppers). Make sure to try their variety of homemade sweet treats, especially the whoopie pies! I would recommend asking for extra dressing for the salad on the side. read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - View from inside - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

I absolutely love the salads, well everything I have gotten from breakfast to lunch. I had the Thai noodle salad is so delicious one of my favorites! Everything is always so fresh and the staff is awesome also. The dessert are da bomb! I absolutely love the rolls I could make a meal of them. Would eat there daily if I could afford to but they do have a Frequent Diner status where you earn points with every purchase. I truly miss the fried green tomato Pannini so good first time I tried it I think next couple visit that is what I ordered! Great place! Deb P. read more

Great food, coffee and service! Frequent here quite a bit and always great! Good selection and fresh ingredients.

Best steak and potato beef stew of my life! The flavors popped! A bit of spice, long cut potatoes, tender carrots, and mushrooms galore! I have come several times after receiving $10 gift cards at work. I haven't tried anything that I didn't like. The cashiers are friendly and ready to explain the menu. Desserts up by the register switch up frequently and they are always items you wish you thought of. My favorite so far is a white chocolate Carmel Blondie. The tuna melt, turkey BLT, and chicken salad have all been superb. I'm actually looking to try most of the menu within the year! Yum! The chef waves and smiles and the entire staff is welcoming. read more

Nice place! Really like the food here and that it is fresh, local and pretty healthy. There's nowhere else I'd want to go for such tasty deli salads. The BLT is the best I've ever had and their spicy tomato soup is the bomb! Staff is super helpful & friendly. Great work area, wifi, etc too! read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Lovely variety of salads! Always delicious! - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Great Breakfast Spot. Food is always delicious and staff is extraordinarily friendly.

Blu Moon is a favorite spot of my coworkers and mine and after another great lunch, feel like I finally need to write a review. I love their ham sandwich. Nothing fancy, but quality ham and cheese and the pretzel bun is just perfect. Their homemade ding dongs are also fantastic! I've never had anything bad there though! Great ambiance, great service, and they've got parking which is a hot commodity in the area! read more

Stopped by here for a quick lunch today. Everything looked so fresh and delicious! I had a hard time choosing. Ended up settling on the grinder panini. Ham and salami with garlic mayo, tomato, onion and spicy giardenera on sourdough! Serves with what I can assume are house made pickles. Had a bag of chips as a side. The sandwich was fantastic and they have a cute little patio so I sat outside on this beautiful day. Friendly service and delicious food, what more could you ask for! read more

Blu Moon Eats Catering - Grinder panini! - Caterers Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

What a neat little place. Located in the Indiana Design Center right in Carmel, I was first able to locate the place by the awnings. The decor is very contemporary baroque. Hardwood floors, a lot of angles, modern wooden chairs with French-styled chair silhouettes painted on them. As cool as the inside seemed, I didn't get to pay too much attention because I ordered carry-out. I placed my order via phone (after viewing the website). They said it'd be ready in 10-15, and it was. I had the tuna panini- It was pretty damn good. And the spicy tomato soup WAS indeed spicy. I was expecting a creamy-type tomato soup and really happy to find that it was not, and it was still really thick. They even give you little bread & butter pickles, which I'm guessing are homemade. read more

A solid score for a new restaurant! Its a sandwich place / deli. My panini was outstanding. They have a good selection of salads. Really cool is the fact that they have a small but well done selection of pastries made in-house. Outdoor seating in stylish Carmel. The biggest opportunity for improvement as far as I can tell is noise abatement inside the restaurant. I'm sure they'll get this tuned in though. Great value. I'll return. read more

I came here on a Saturday morning for a relaxing treat. I ordered a cappuccino and the avocado toast. The cashier asked me three times if it was "for here" or "to-go." I told him it was for here. The cappuccino came out in a to-go cup. On top of that annoyance, it was almost undrinkable. Poor quality espresso and too much milk. The avocado toast was satisfactory. read more

Tuna salad panini was perfect. Vegetable pasta salad had a cracked pepper flavor I would wait in a day long line for. Overall my favorite lunch spot with brunch going to patachou. read more