After lunching recently in the Valley Mall we were in need of a caffeine fix. This place almost around the corner fitted the bill nicely. First time I have noticed this little cafe which has a few seats outside & some in the walkway under cover luckily due to the rain that day! Coffee was ordered with double shots & tasted rich, creamy & full bodied so we were happy. Only problem take away only
Good healthy food. While some things can be a bit expensive here, the quality is often excellent.
The salads are always different and always delicious - often containing quinoa, grilled vegies and other yummy things. The rice paper rolls are the best I've had in Brisbane, the marinated noodles really make them special.
Overall, it's a convenient, healthy place to get some lunch, and it caters to most dietary requirements.
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Healthy choices but limited range. It's great to have a cafe that provides vegetarian/vegan options that are healthy in the middle of the Valley. The cakes and biscuits are all made on the premises and are delicious. I don't usually buy banana bread from cafes because it is usually stale but the banana bread here is delicious and available in a gluten free version for those that require it. The coffee was also good and although I have mine with regular milk there were plenty of other non-cow options.
They also serve rice paper rolls (sesame chicken and sweet chilli, honey tofu and tamari, or lemon mayo tuna), smoothies and a range of fresh salads. I would like to see more lunch options and feel that their current range is limited but understand it is probably a very small kitchen.
My only other comment is that the prices seem a little high ($6.90 for a smoothie). With the café being situated right next to the Endeavour College of Natural Health they have an instant market close by but the students, in particular, may decide they are too expensive.
Best Merlo Coffee in Fortitude Valley. All food here is freshly handmade, organic and delicious plus yummy sweets here too like bababa bread, muffins, coconut slice, vegan banan bread, brownies including Organic, Vegan Option's & Gluten Free. Here is yummy toasted date & walnut bread with butter on it plus a hot Merlo Mocha. Alway's freshly made on the spot daily.
Had a wonderful avocado with haloumi on gluten free sandwich. So good! Also lovely people. Will definitely be back!!
Coffee is perfect. Service is polite and positive. Sourdough with smashed avo with egg and gluten free Parmesan is very tasty and perfectly prepared. Highly recommend.
A great place to go for a Healthy meal and have a great Vegan selection
Beautiful, fresh and wholesome foods. I have experienced lovely service from the staff. Cakes are so fresh and exciting. I wish there was one around the corner from where I live!
Beautiful lunch! Healthy and delicious.
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