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    Café Zupas

    3.3 (566 reviews)
    ModerateSoup, Sandwiches, Salad
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    CAFÉ ZUPAS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Turkey Bacon Avocado Panini, Chicken Enchilada Soup w/Bread, Chocolate Covered Strawberry (in envelop) and Pomegranate Lemonade.
    Shirley S.

    I hate to say it, but Cafe Zupas may have finally lost me as a Customer. Despite my last visit being lackluster, I decided to give it another go. Cafe Zupas replied to my previous review citing they hoped they could serve me again. This is likely the last time. I placed an order in their mobile app. When I arrived, not only was the order not ready, but they couldn't be bothered to complete it, so I had to get my own drink. This may not be a big deal for most people, but it is for handicapped persons who use a cane and have only one free hand. I was curious to try two particular menu items ... the limited availability of Strawberries & Cream as well the Chickpea & Vegetable Soup. The desert was lackluster, tasting only like milk poured over strawberries. The least they could do was to remove the green stems from the strawberries. I had to remove some and spit out some others. The Chickpea & Vegetable Soup was about worst thing I've ever had. The app displayed a photo which looked like it had an orange colored broth, making me think it was tomato based. What I received was a cup of broccoli with warm water. This was NOT soup, tomato based or otherwise. Soups are commonly simmered for a period of time. This seemed like warm water was heated for a few seconds in a microwave, then poured over some broccoli. Further, other vegetables were no where to be found. To say it was disappointing would be putting it mildly. I can't imagine how Cafe Zupas would consider serving this to Customers or be proud of this offering. When Cafe Zupas first entered the Phoenix market, the offerings were plentiful, tasty and reasonably priced. Over the years, each of these has changed drastically and is no longer worth my repeated visits.

    Unkept
    Ashley C.

    Went here to try the Dubai shake after hearing about this Dubai chocolate phenomenon I keep seeing. I could see they had cups of strawberries ready. This dish is expensive, $13 for the mini & $19 for the large. The mini was still a good size & From what I understand though, the ingredients aren't cheap. I will say it was delicious, so I'd gladly get the mini again! (Though I'm not sure the worker that made it really cared for the presentation, it def wasn't made with love lol). The low stars comes from the state of the establishment. I couldn't find napkins anywhere. I finally asked the man manning the floor. He was friendly and tending to some maintenance I can't remember. When I found the napkins, I was disturbed by the upkeep of what stood before me. The fountain drinks machine flooded, the floor with soils, trash all over, just poor maintenance of the area. A total opposite from the Gilbert location I was at a couple nights prior. It wasn't even busy, only a couple of tables sat & a couple of people in line. I think I'll avoid this location.

    Nicole R.

    This is a solid lunch spot! I placed an order online for the Mediterranean bowl and the chocolate mousse cake. The entrees always come with a roll and a chocolate dipped strawberry which I love! The bowl had a good variety of flavors and was reasonably priced. I just had to wait a few minutes for my order to be ready. I took my food home to eat but the booths seemed clean and interior is brightly colored.

    Nobody cleans up the mess near the dining area.
    Scott K.

    I've been here a few times and the food is pretty good. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience is not good. First, the ordering process is pretty confusing. Between the salads and bowls and soup, everyone seems to take orders in different places, and there are a bunch of people running around behind the counter. No one seems to know whose food belongs to who. Last visit there, we stood at the register for five minutes with all of our hot food just waiting on someone to check us out and finish giving us the little items like a bread loaf that came with our meal. The main reason for the low score here is that this place is a mess. Tables don't get cleaned up, there's trash everywhere, the condiment area is a disaster, and the beverages always seem to be empty. It's just dirty overall and messy. It's unfortunate because the actual food they're serving is pretty good and reasonably priced.

    Chocolate strawberry cup
    Jori S.

    I just came for the chocolate covered strawberries, so this review is not fully accurate of their entire menu and customer experience! The strawberries were very juicy and perfectly ripe, and the chocolate went very well with it at expected. The girl taking our order was SO nice and was very happy to help us. The crazy thing was just that this one cup of strawberries was $15 before tip!!! I have a hard time recommending it because it is such a high price for such a simple cup. I won't deny the strawberries tasted amazing though!

    Sharon C.

    Love this spot! Variety of options. I come here when I want decently healthy food. Have tried their soup, salad, and protein bowls. Have loved everything so far! Got the Mediterranean Crunch sandwich today which was loadeddd. I love their try 2 combo so I can get a soup/sandwich or soup/salad. Decent portion sizes. Service is always friendly and very fast. Tons of seating inside. Parking can get difficult in busy hours, but I've never had a problem. Their food comes with a bread roll and chocolate covered strawberry how cute!

    Half Sandwich (Turkey, Bacon, Avocado) + Salad (Thai Chicken) Combo
    Laura C.

    I can't believe it's taken me so long to try this place out, but so glad I did. The Chicken Enchilada Soup was creamy w/ chunks of chicken, corn & black beans. My order came w/ a white roll - like a super gummy Wonder bread one tho. A little crispy baguette would be awesome instead. Jus' sayin'! Wow on the complementary sweet treat they give you: not a mini cookie but a decadent chocolate-covered strawberry. Yum! Can't wait to go back & try a sandwich & salad combo... Today I chowed down on the generous-sized Half Sandwich (Turkey, Bacon, Avocado) + Salad (Thai Chicken) Combo. Sandwich served warm so cheese was oozey/melty & Salad was full of healthy ingredients like English cucumbers, cherry tomatoes & a peanut dressing was a vinaigrette. Usually this kind of salad comes with a thick, syrupy style dressing. So good...

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    Slow slow service and not friendly at all. They take forever for anything. Corporate needs to address their strategy! So annoying!

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    Zookz Sandwiches

    Zookz Sandwiches

    4.5
    (128 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Many years ago, zookz was a staple for my family, anytime we went to Phoenix, we would go. Then I…read moregot a gluten allergy and tearfully haven't been back. Randomly I thought about them and was shocked they had gluten free bread now. My kids were difficult, saying nothing sounded good, acting all picky over everything but they gave in trying something new. Apples and cranberries on a sandwich, the horror! And she hates mustard but left it on, guess what, it's her favorite! Everything was just as we remember. It will be back on our regular rotation. My only complaint is the sides. I have never been a fan of the sides and they haven't changed lol. I wish there was a less adventurous side option, like fruit or a simple salad. But I think I am alone in the complaint lol. Can someone please open one in Tucson!

    I finally made it to a Zooks! The young woman at the front was welcoming and helpful despite me…read morebeing a little indecisive. I went with the bang bang burger and kale salad -- a side comes with the lunch sandwiches. I was hesitant on kale but she mentioned it gets great feedback and I am glad I tried it! The kale salad has citrus and other goodies in it (sorry, I forget what!) and the kale wasn't tough at all. The dressing is lightly sweet and refreshing. Definitely recommend! The bang bang burger was delicious and filling without being overly heavy. They also had cans of local beer - Huss Blonde and Papago Orange Blossom - and a couple of speciality cocktails, along with various canned and bottled non-alcoholic drinks and fountain drinks. Its a cute shop with a patio and one side was open to the nice weather. A woman stopped to check in - I think she was the manager - who was really nice. Looking forward to coming back for a breakfast sandwich! (And more kale salad)

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    No 25        Thinly sliced Ham, fresh tomatoes and avocados, seasoned black beans, and shredded cheddar cheese, zookz Chipotle Sauce
    No 25 Thinly sliced Ham, fresh tomatoes and avocados, seasoned black beans, and shredded cheddar cheese, zookz Chipotle Sauce
    No. 9  Kale, mandarin oranges, roasted almonds, and Zookz sweet & sassy dressing. A great vegetarian / vegan salad.
    No. 9 Kale, mandarin oranges, roasted almonds, and Zookz sweet & sassy dressing. A great vegetarian / vegan salad.
    Toasted Zookz Breakfast Sandwiches, Toasted Zookz Lunch Sandwiches or a Toasted Sweet Zookz...you can't go wrong!

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    Toasted Zookz Breakfast Sandwiches, Toasted Zookz Lunch Sandwiches or a Toasted Sweet Zookz...you can't go wrong!
    Zookz Sandwiches

    Zookz Sandwiches

    4.6
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    First time to this location and its just as cute and clean as the other. Its also has a nice patio…read morewith misters and can be open to the weather on a nice day. We got the Zinger and Here Comes the Sun breakfast sandwiches, the potato sidekick, kale salad, and botanical drinks. I love that they have 2 caffeine free "tea" options! The eggs in the sandwiches were the perfect level of just slightly runny. And I don't know what magic bread they use but it never feels overly heavy. The potato sidekick is amazing! I would order that again to take home and serve with dinner. I love the kale salad and it never disappoints. Cool and sweet and getting your greens in is a win! Huge fan of Zooks and hope someday they can open a central Tempe location!

    I don't know how they do it, but these sandwiches have no flavor. The bread even tastes like…read morenothing. Just flavorless pockets of goo. I really don't understand how they can taste like nothing, but it's like eating a warm void. I think it's like in painting when you mix too many colors together and everything turns to mud.

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    Winner of the "Best Breakfast Sandwich in Arizona"  Perfect for breakfast brunch or lunch.  Amazing gluten-free bread!
    Winner of the "Best Breakfast Sandwich in Arizona" Perfect for breakfast brunch or lunch. Amazing gluten-free bread!
    The best phoenix lunch restaurant
 No 20 Turkey, crisp bacon, cheddar, tomatoes, avocado and Zookz house-made sweet heat mustard sauce
    The best phoenix lunch restaurant No 20 Turkey, crisp bacon, cheddar, tomatoes, avocado and Zookz house-made sweet heat mustard sauce
    No. 7 (VEGAN)
 Sweet potatoes, kale, shredded carrots, apples, cranberries, coconut, roasted almonds, Zookz voodoo dressing.

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    No. 7 (VEGAN) Sweet potatoes, kale, shredded carrots, apples, cranberries, coconut, roasted almonds, Zookz voodoo dressing.
    Ollie Vaughn's

    Ollie Vaughn's

    4.5
    (711 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    Ollie Vaughn's is a cozy bakery meets brunch spot that is the perfect choice for a morning bite in…read morethe Phoenix area. To get here, there are parking lots nearby where you have to pay to park or street parking around the area. Inside, they have a nice setup with some seating and then an additional patio with more seating. Wifey and I ended up getting a spread consisting of the Sunny Burrito, Ham & Cheese Croissant, Lemon Bar, and a Strawberry Matcha. Everything we had was amazing and it was great fuel to start our day. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming.

    A friend of mine suggested this spot for a mid-morning breakfast, and I hadn't been here in years…read moreso I agreed. I read that their parking lot fills up quickly but that there's a public lot across the street, so I parked there and crossed over. This cozy restaurant was fairly busy and we perused the pastry case while waiting in line, lots of tempting treats. My friend ordered the lemon ricotta pancakes which are topped with blueberries. A lot of their menu items have pork in it, but they were good about substituting. The burrito usually has schreiners chorizo, hash browns, cheddar, sunny egg and chili oil with side of salsa verde. I asked for avocado instead of the chorizo. We brought our own drinks so didn't order any. We grabbed a table on their patio since the sun wasn't over our heads yet. It's nice out there and I think they have some fans going to keep the air flowing, and there was also a natural breeze. Our food came out and they were plated beautifully. My burrito looked good, but it had too much hashbrowns and also there wasn't any chili oil, which was a bummer. Maybe they normally put it on the chorizo so they forgot to add it to my avocado. The egg was runny which I like: The salsa verde was delicious; I love cilantro and it had great flavors. I tried the pancakes and they were fairly rich but I liked the tart lemon flavor and the blueberries, one of my favorite fruits. This is a nice place to meet up (small groups) and I'm glad I visited again.

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    Cappuccino, blueberry almond croissant
    Cappuccino, blueberry almond croissant
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    Original ChopShop

    Original ChopShop

    3.8
    (293 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    ***EDIT*** I appreciate the response from the business. I…read morewanted to clarify specifically what I was disappointed in and it was just the texture of the broccoli It did not match the rest of the texture of the meat and sweet potatoes. My guess is that your spec is al dente which is more crunchy than fork tender. If that is truly how it is to be presented, I will bypass the roasted veggies in the future. Like I said it was my very first time doing a Yelp review and ever ordering from the original Chop Shop. Also FYI my name is Amalia, not Amelia. Thanks for the response. I ordered thru door dash the spicy Korean bowl with roasted veggies and sweet potatoes. 2/3 of the bowl was obnoxious pieces of broccoli that were basically raw. I pulled out 99% of the broccoli and I was left with very little to enjoy. The beef was very tender and flavorful and the sauce was amazing with the sweet potatoes. Just disappointing about the roasted veggies because I believe there was some kale in there and some matchstick carrots but the ratio was uneven and the broccoli was inedible. Just passing it along as someone who's worked in the food service industry for over 40 years. . I have never liked Yelp because people abuse it. I'm just leaving constructive criticism.

    Excellent set up for quick nutritious meal. It's a nice enough place to leave for business meals,…read moreespecially lunch and you can get in and get out in your budget.

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    Original ChopShop
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