My all-time FAVORITE coffee in the area! I don't require gluten free but I love their gluten free orange cranberry muffins. I had a favorite coffee place in Manhattan and every time I drink their cappuccino it takes me right back there. It's perfect.
Quaint little breakfast eatery. Indoor and outdoor seating. Fruit was fresh, French toast had gluten free option - superb. Italian eggs with cheesy hash browns- delicious. Everyone is so friendly, helpful and accommodating! 100 stars. Try it yourself.
Oh- the apple cider mimosa- divine!
Perfect, reasonable small boutique restaurant with authentic south American empanadas and alfejores. They also have vegetarian and gluten free options. The clerk was super sweet, encouraging my daughter with practicing her Spanish. Check it out if you're near Venice FL!
You must visit Mon Ami Cafe in Venice if for no other reason than to get their delicious Turkey Avocado BLT. It’s typically served on a croissant but I like to get mine on their gluten-free toast. I don’t usually eat bread but this makes me feel like I’m not cheating all that much. The Sandwich comes with just the right amount of nicely dressed salad and a wee collection of the fruit de jour. The whole meal is the perfect sized lunch for most appetites. But if you’re still hungry there is a wide selection of decadent desserts in which to indulge. The atmosphere is bright and inviting. Some small groups meet here for nourishment as well as to chat and perhaps enjoy a card or board game. Check it out. But I encourage you to try my favorite—the Turkey Avocado BLT and while there say hello to Chef/owner Sergey, most recently from Ukraine.
Coffee shop owner Gary Lauters has established a lovely coffee house with an in-house roasting service in the heart of Venice, FL.
The products are unique and of surpassing quality: smoothies, iced and hot coffees of varieties you'll likely find nowhere else, pastries, mixed coffee treats, French press made to order, truly fresh-roasted beans from around the world, sandwiches, bagels, croissants, paninis, shakes, Rishi teas, house truffles, apparel, and works from local artists. They offer gluten-free and vegan
All of the goods are made on site, so one can certainly be assured of freshness. Everybody is quite fastidious about the quality of the product and the service was particularly friendly and swift. Our serveuse, Savannah, was particularly bright, quick, and friendly.
The products all seemed amazing. I certainly enjoyed my "Bullfrog" (chocolate/mint/espresso served iced or hot). My friends raved about the cold brew. However, I found that above even the superb quality of the products they craft, the knowledge and passion brought by the proprietor was remarkable.
He was kind enough to take my whole party back to the roasting area and gave us an interesting tour and discussion about coffee production from seed to cup. When one learns of his professional credentials, it's not a big surprise that his considerable knowledge is heavily bent toward coffee. He could easily be among any number of executives in corporate coffee, but from discussion, it is plain that he has a bone or two to pick with some of the titans of the industry, primarily for what they are doing to biodiversity. In chatting with him, you'll find that personal relationships have a great deal to do with the varieties of coffee he offers. Many of these varieties are of sorts from small harvesters that don't receive much exposure from larger businesses.
You owe it to yourself to make a stop, have a chat, and maybe learn a little something in the bargain.
“Louie’s Bistro is a gem in North Port, offering a fantastic selection of fast, easy, and healthy alternatives. As someone who values gluten-free options, I was delighted by their menu. We ordered a BLT on gluten-free bread and a tuna wrap without the wrap, and both were amazing. The atmosphere is inviting, the staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating, and finding parking was a breeze. Louie’s Bistro is definitely a must-visit for anyone looking for a great dining experience in North Port!”
Did you know you can ask for any sandwich they make...but as a salad? Delicious. And no bread carbs or gluten to worry about. This location, staff are excellent.
Stopped in for dinner because we had read the gluten free seafood penne was good. My wife ordered it, but the sauce was really salty. It was ok, but not what she had hoped for. I had the shrimp and gross and it was great. Service was good and happy hour was nice.