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    LOVELY SQUARE

    4.8 (158 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Eggs Benedict
    Stan K.

    Lovely Square absolutely nails what a great neighborhood spot should feel like. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with incredibly warm, kind service that instantly makes you feel at home. The food completely delivers too--the patty melt was out of this world. Perfectly crisp bread, super fresh, and packed with flavor. The home fries were a standout as well... they tasted just like something my mom or grandma would make--lightly pan-fried with garlic and seasoning, simple and perfect. My wife ordered the eggs Benedict with bacon--and she never eats bacon--but said it was delicious and ended up finishing all of it, which says everything. Coffee was solid, the entire place was spotless, and the interior has that cozy, homey feel that makes you want to hang out a little longer. Without a doubt, I'll be back.

    Salmon Benedict
    Kari W.

    This place is great! Very low key dinner, easy parking and friendly staff! Everyone raved about their food and my daughter even loved my husband's smoked salmon Benedict. One of the kids was mind blown how may chocolate chips came in and with her pancakes, she was saying how one place she normally goes to, only gives her about 3 chips and this place was so much better! My croissant sandwich was delicious! We would totally go back!

    Salmon crostini
    Olesya P.

    Came here for Sunday brunch with a toddler. And we absolutely loved it! What a nice surprise! Place is absolutely gorgeous inside, with small little touches. Service was very friendly and attentive. Toddler got Mickey Mouse waffles that he loved. I got salmon crostini which were huge and delicious and my husband had breakfast plate which was great. We also had a side of fruits and one cappuccino and one mocha. Luckily the had decaf in both. Greta place! Highly recommend especially for kids.

    Rory B.

    Perfect....fresh , healthy choices, creative, abundant. Something for everyone including drinks. Service always with a and accommodating. Soothing atmosphere with music. Clean and well maintained. Def a 'do-drop-in' !

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    Selmy B.

    Going with the French mode this weekend, I decided to venture out and try this breakfast and lunch spot. Located in Gulf Gate on a busy strip, there is plenty of parking and pedestrian friendly access. It basically is 2 storefronts and they have creatively made the entrance a welcoming sturdy door. Plenty of sunlight for dining and space between tables plus a nice 4 seater counter and another 2-seater counter area. Since I was dining by myself, I went with the counter. Comfortable seating and ample counter space between diners. My only regret is there are no hooks under the counter for handbag. The menu offers standard breakfast options plus crepes, quiche, salads and sandwiches. Various drink options too. After reading so many reviews on the Bacon Eggs Benedict, I went with that one and the home fries. There are plenty of pics on this dish already posted, so after waiting over 20 minutes for my one dish, I was too hungry to take a picture, sorry. I have to say, I wasn't impressed. The hollandaise sauce was light, but the English muffin was under toasted and the home fries were burned black on one side that made only a couple of home fries edible. The house brew is okay, but it was hard to get my server's attention to refill my cup. There are plenty of servers on the floor and most seemed friendly. Mine seemed a bit distracted and not overly attentive. She only came by at the end after another server brought my bill. There are some bakery croissants that looked great. Restroom is clean. Overall, ok but I've had better in this area.

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    Lauren W.

    Breakfast done right! Bacon Eggs Benedict - solid benedict with some of the most delicious home fried potatoes! 4.5 stars. Breakfast Bowl - a healthy serving of a nice variety of fresh fruit over a not too sweet coconut chia pudding. Delish! The granola and strawberry syrup were perfect to adjust the sweetness levels. The avo toast using guacamole was such a smart tasty idea - great seasoning and not too salty. A great healthy fresh plate. 5 stars! French Toast Special - lots of fresh pineapple with a tasty coconut cream syrup. The lime zest was a nice touch adding more complexity of flavor. 4 stars. Kids Breakfast Combo - subbed the blueberry pancakes for the Mickey waffles. Ah-maaazing blueberry pancakes!!! Blueberries inside and out including a blueberry compote syrup. Kiddo dug in too fast to get a pic. Such a deal for the kids with egg and bacon for $6.50! 5++++ stars! Conclusion...pancakes all day!! Watch for the gratuity included (we had 3 adults and 2 kids). Service was quick and sooo friendly! We'll be back!!!

    Tuna Poke Bowl
    Patricia L.

    My 1st time here I've been wanting to try this place for a long time. We split a dish as our appetizer and had our own. Even got a few things to takeout. Ordered the: bruschetta, tuna poke and shrimp tacos. Portions are large you can easily enjoy what you don't eat later.

    Huevos Rancheros plate with coffee and side of Bfast potatoes
    Scott C.

    I enjoy the challenge of finding Owner / Operated + breakfast. And this is a gem. First time, and highly recommend!! Local, snow bird, visitor.. you will get all the feels. Fantastic warm staff, comfy cozy atmosphere and the breakfast plate I had I seriously couldn't eat fast enough it was so so good. My order: coffee (good) and the Huevos Rancheros with extra add on of potatoes. The flavors create a party both looking at it and eating it. Unique and wonderful. Wishing this local family all the success!!

    Huevos Rancheros
    Rebeca C.

    We stopped at Lovely Square for brunch with my family after spending a wonderful weekend in Sarasota--and it was the perfect way to end our trip! The food was absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was just as impressive: friendly, attentive, and warm without being overbearing. You can really tell the staff cares about creating a great experience. We left full, happy, and already talking about coming back next time we're in town. Highly recommend!

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    Keo S.

    Fantastic breakfast and great service. We had the lox Benedict, the shrimp and avocado Benedict, and my favorite - the sunny side eggs, bacon, and bruschetta. Everything is so fresh and taste delicious. It is not inexpensive so don't expect a cheap breakfast, but it is well worth it.

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    Great food...breakfast item selection very creative, great service! Great neighborhood find.

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    Very nice breakfast, quality service and ingredients, mean a pretty darn good meal, thanks so much

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    Lovely cafe, great food and terrific service- this was our 2nd visit this week and happy with the consistency!

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    Delicious and wonderful service...was looking for a healthy option. We will be back...

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    Absolutely gorgeous pancakes and crepes! Service was quick and friendly. My husband got a special pancake stack that was huge and fluffy.

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