DUO58 Community Coffee Bar & Cafe

The lady behind the counter was polite and friendly enough and tried to help which I appreciate. Please, be careful if being able to reliably avoid gluten ingredients actually matters for your health. I asked (like I often do) if the GF baked good actually was since it’s not always clear/obvious, even when labeled on the menu. Yes. Once I got it, the smell/sensation in my chest gave the sense it was not actually no gluten ingredients so I asked to confirm before I try to eat it. There was some reassurance but some uncertainty. The ingredient list was not in the book, and for me when we don’t know, that means: no I need to pick something else. (I was willing to wrap it up for someone else.) She said she called the owner and the baker which made me feel like she took my concern seriously. Then I was told it was Olde Hearth Sourdough (what the menu says), so I said “I don’t know what that means.” There was nothing more said. My friend Google helped- not GF. (Whatever the debate on whether or not someone will react badly to sourdough- I’m not looking to experiment today…) I guess the bread is already baked (I didn’t put that together and thought it might be a process dough goes through or different blend of ingredients so it’s safe but still tastes like bread) and is lower gluten but absolutely still made with flour. Friend that was with me ate and enjoyed it. I’m glad I did not get sick.

Today was my first visit to DUO58 and I will be going back soon. I walked in and immediately loved the ambiance. There was plenty of seating which is important to me. They had communal type tables, sofas, chairs etc and it is a BIG space so you don't feel crammed.... and they had Big Windows so you don't feel like you are in a cave, lol. I was warmly greeted and the Barista was super sweet. I ordered the Lavender Orange latte with Oat Milk and it did not disappoint...YUM! And to my surprise they had a LOT of Gluten Free options (a rare phenomenon)....even the pastries. I had the gf banana bread and it was fluffy and delicious. I HIGHLY recommend DUO58.