Bistro 1940

Thanks for having gluten-free options and being aware of how to handle food for a gluten allergy. It means a lot to have a place I can spend my money at, lol. Cute place! Looking forward to coming back.

Bistro 1940 is my husband and I’s new favorite stop! After news of the Grazing Tray closing in Jacksonville, we were on the search for a new go-to restaurant that offers quality and fresh meals with gluten free options. We’ve found it! Smoothies, coffee, sandwiches, and salads. They have a great variety of items. When you step in, it’s decorated very nicely. You’re welcomed warmly by the owners. Once at the counter, we chose the Hug a Hero and Marty sandwiches. Service was friendly, and prices were fair. I got gluten free bread as a substitute, and potato salad as a side. The owner (I think his name is Marty?), brought our food out personally and was a pleasure to chat with! Beyond impressed by this genuine husband and wife duo! Now to the food… So. Good. The BEST gluten free bread I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Soft and moist, not dry and crumbly like almost every other kind of gf bread. The turkey, avocado, arugula, and pesto blend so well. And the potato salad, 😍. It’s homemade and you can tell! My husband couldn’t stop raving about how good his sandwich is. The perfect blend of crispy bread, soaking into the spicy and acidic juices, paired with FAT slices of meat. Such a well balanced sandwich! And, to top it off, we were offered a complimentary slice of chocolate cake. That cake was HUGE, incredibly moist, and tender. This will become a staple for us going forward, and we’re so happy to see a beautiful new addition to downtown J-Ville! Also, it’s right next to Velo, so the perfect place to stop in after a class!