1st time there. Excellent meal. I had the sourdough pancakes and my wife had the gluten free pancakes. Both were very good. We were visiting Idaho and was a little disappointed that they had no huckleberry syrup.
Great place, wonderful service, amazing food! I'm gluten free and I got three whole slices of French toast - simply amazing. So tasty. Didn't get sick. Lovely staff. Loved the location. Loved listening to the other staff interact with customers.
We got a gender reveal cake from Amaru and it was perfection! So beautiful and so tasty!!! I also have a ton of allergies so finding a bakery that could do gluten free and vegan?! Unreal. Couldn’t taste a difference. Customer service was also great to work with.
We love coming to Blue Bench- love the option of getting on the wait-list prior to coming down. They also have delicious gluten friendly waffles & pancakes! Our server this morning was Layla and she was wonderful-great service- they always seem staffed well.
Friendly greeting upon entering. I apologized for having my coffee he said no problem you can bring in purchases from other places as you purchase along there, for there are many choices. This place has best and GLUTEN FREE MOST ITEMS now you don't see that in alot of places especially a place that sells crepes.
Clean, friendly, upbeat and the food has such FLAVOR oh so Yummy. I had the Thai crepe. The beautiful aroma and taste complete the savory of the chicken and spice was 1 so perfect. I would have this again and repeatedly. My sons had salmon the other son had ham and cheese both were delighted with there selections not a bite left. I did have leftovers as they are filling. Want a date night or a fun lunch give it a try. Relax and have fun you can even enjoy weather and eat outside.
I’m disappointed that the bacon burger couldn’t be made gluten free because of cross contamination on the griddle. While I appreciate the acknowledgment of celiac disease, I’m concerned about their ability to truly prepare gluten-free food.
If you have celiac and want fast food this is a safe bet. Just tell them when you order and they'll separate your tortillas and they'll even fry your shrimp in a separate pan!
Quick, friendly service- amazing food and beautiful bakery!
So many gluten free options
Best coffee! Perfect Cortados.
Not many seating options but quick to grab great options
I don't recommend this place for exciting Gluten free options. Unfortunately the waffle they have is not very tasty and unless you willing to pay significantly more for an attempt at remaking the waffles advertised for regular waffles it's just not worth it. The server was kind however my waffle was cold. Beautiful atmosphere, it just doesn't meet expectations.
Called ahead to say we were celebrating an anniversary, as well as we have a celiac. We were told that the most expensive menu choice was our only option! $38.95 compared to the average $13.95. The steak option was also only gluten free with nothing but a steak! No sides or a server willing to help us enjoy our dinner.
I went out on a limb and picked this Boise staple and lost at every point. Sad to say we will never go back!
I’ve been coming to this location for quite a few years. Their original start was quite good, coffee was strong, house drinks were good and selection of pastries was good as well. And I must say, smelling and seeing that coffee roaster running was sooooo amazing. Sad it’s not there anymore.
Then the change/push happened. Went from the usual coffee house to then catering to a different demographic. Everything changed. All of the substitutes arrived. Oat milk, most nut milks, gluten free everything, sugar free everything and dairy free everything. Pastry selection was good then dropped off to a few things here and there. They mostly serve from the kitchen menu vs display cabinet grab and go.
Now, all that above is not bad. Just not for me. I can appreciate the change, as well as understand that many have these restrictions and also need somewhere to go.
But sadly the house drinks became watery/ grainy and lacked that original punch, coffee isn’t as strong (to me I will add) and no I’m not an americano kinda guy. I want flavor and aroma.
I will say that their avocado toast is AMAZING and the perfect portion.
All in all, 10/10 would recommend to anyone. They just don’t quite fit what I’m looking for as well anymore.
One of my favorite places! It’s calm and cozy. We had a beautiful table at the bay window and ordered the gluten free crepes! They were amazing and service was attentive and friendly- thank you!
We ordered the Mediterranean pasta, mine was gluten Free and my husband's was regular. The presentation was beautiful but the dish was extremely bland and the sauce was thin and flavorless. Mark, the manager, had the head chef redo our dishes and they turned out amazing, delicious. We appreciate that they were so willing to make it right. The cost of our dinner with drinks and dessert was very reasonable. We will definitely be back.
I planned to trip to the city and need a place to accommodate both my wife and I desire for a good quality meal and the safety of a place that knows how to prepare things for people with food allergies like my son.
I made an inquiry to the website about their handling of gluten free and dairy free items. The general manager wrote back within minutes, providing an outline of how they approach safely, providing their food, and offering us the opportunity to make a reservation.
We arrived at the time reserved and service was prompt, welcoming, and made us at ease.
The food was spectacular. American fare is American fare is American fare, right? Wrong. The wings were executed flawlessly. Fries served thinner but not quite into pomme frittes delicacy, in a way that's well suited the truffle cheese upgrade.
The sauces, rubs, and garnishes are the subtle touches that make "typical American fare," anything but typical.
Service was excellent. Food very average.. didn’t match up with the experience the restaurant was trying to achieve.
The best dish was the rhubarb tart with oat milk .
(1) Gluten-free bread- was hard
(2) Crab & artichoke - Yummy
3) soup - sour & peppery. Average taste but pretty
4) Monk-fish : nice presentation but tasteless.. the sesame caviar wasn’t salty at all thus didn’t help to bring any taste to the monk fish
5) Pork - overcooked thus dry & very salty
6) Rhubarb tart - best
Warm towels at the end … nice gesture... note to restaurant .. perhaps use tongs to place the towels on plates instead of hands
I had been recommended this place by many people in the valley, and let me tell you it did NOT disappoint! Amazing drinks, mouth water pastries, and savory dishes as well! Everything my husband and I tried was fantastic! The owner was so kind and helpful! Space was clean and aesthetically pleasing! I would highly recommend them for a girls lunch or date night! (P.s. the offer gluten free options and no dairy milks for drinks)
Wow! We found this gem last week and it's absolutely going to be our new go-to for tacos and delicious drinks. The manager and staff were so kind, friendly, and attentive. They handled my gluten and dairy intolerance perfectly. The tacos were generous for the price and delicious - the margaritas were perfection! Planning to come back again this week.
I've never been to a plant based restaurant but when I saw gluten free fried pickles on the menu I had to check them out. Hands down, best plant based meal I've ever had. The staff were super nice and everything we had was so delicious
"I recently had breakfast here and found it to be a clean and welcoming spot, with a particularly friendly face at the front counter. However, while the service and atmosphere were positive, the food presentation left something to be desired. I ordered the breakfast burrito, which, at a price point of $12-14, arrived on a plate with only salsa. While the flavor was adequate, I couldn't help but feel a side of fruit or even a small garnish would have greatly improved the overall experience and value. My wife's gluten-free avocado toast, though tasty, also seemed to lack the visual appeal and extra touches that elevate similar dishes at other establishments.
In a competitive breakfast market, presentation and perceived value are crucial. While the core flavors were there, the simplicity of the plating made the dishes feel somewhat overpriced. The cleanliness and friendly service are definite positives, and I believe with some attention to improving the visual appeal of the food and perhaps offering sides to enhance the meal, a cafe could truly shine. There's potential here, but the food needs to match the high standards set by the service and cleanliness to make it a truly winning combination."
Lovely lunch spot, feels like you're in an Italian deli. All of the food is fresh, gourmet-quality, so many options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, etc... Fantastic place for lunch, European gifts, prepared meals to bring home for later. Literally our favorite deli!
The service is 1000/10! Everyone was so friendly and that complimentary scone was delicious!
My brother has a severe gluten allergy and they were able to pan cook the toast so he didn’t get any contamination from the toaster. Again so sweet of them!
Plan ahead! The wait was 40 minutes for a party of 5 at 10:30 am. But totally worth it!
We came to have lunch and it was very unprofessional. The employees were agueing in the back cause it was shift change. We needed them to make a sandwich and they put the wrong cheese on it and no lettuce. Then I needed gluten free and they had no sign saying they where out of it. They guy told me they have been out of for a week or so. So I got a salad. But the guy had an attitude the whole time that we where here. And couldn't rember what I said I wanted on my salad. Also my boyfriend went to the restroom only to have the girl working here to take a key to the door and walk in on him. This place is messed up. We will not be coming back. Worst place we have ever been and rude.
Great food with vegan and gluten free options on just about everything.
I love their burgers and taco bowls. The taco bowl is a delicious and filling gluten free route with cauliflower rice and black bean base. The chipotle crema and chicken tinga rock my world.
The burgers are a little greasy but exceedingly delicious. They add interesting toppings like hatch peppers and bacon jam. I'm pretty sure you can even go gluten free and vegan with an impossible burger and gluten free bun.
WOW!! Such a thoughtful menu, amazing local tap and wine selection, and we felt so taken care of every moment. The food was out of this world and lots of gluten free options with a clearly marked menu and knowledgeable service. We had the nachos (delicious custom jalapeño cheese sauce WOW) and the delicious fish tacos. All the food came out hot and perfectly yummy. Can’t wait to come back for the live music! What a treasure!
Always reliable service -whether you're eating in or taking out. They have AMAZING gluten free options. The staff always has fantastic tailored recommendations and drink options. Highly recommend the turkey brie
I have celiac disease, at here, and felt fine afterwards. I'm very sensitive to gluten contamination.
HOWEVER, the staff member that served me had NO clue about GF items, potential for cross contamination, or using new or washed utensils to serve.
Would be great if their staff was educated about GF issues.
A whole buffet and only one option for anyone gluten free (other than salad) some dry grilled chicken breast's. I feel like it would be very easy to offer , a gluten free noodle option , maybe some other meats , all in all it was a waste of money for me.
Accommodating Gluten-Free
Celiac friendly