Almond Blossom Cafe PERMANENTLY CLOSED

The Almond Blossom Cafe was built and designed by two very special people who put their hearts and souls into introducing a very healthy, conscience way of eating organically with only the finest ingredients. The food is great, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the service is great. If you haven't stopped by and visited the cafe, please do, you'll love it.

The Almond Blossom Cafe has become my favorite restaurant for the fact that the food is great: delicious, organic, nutritionally dense and most importantly cruelty-free. The portions are large and satisfying and the prices are affordable. I like to bring friends and family members there and order several dishes to sample and share. The atmosphere is great, the staff is friendly. However, since the food is made fresh to order, it is best to go when you are not in a hurry (quality takes time!).

In addition, there is always a wealth of health-related information available to peruse while dining, or to borrow or purchase, as well as upcoming events, speakers and courses offered on a regular basis. The Almond Blossom to me is truly an oasis and a community service.

I am not a vegetarian and don't think I ever could be one but I don't mind trying vegan food or having a vegan meal once in a while so I thought I'd sample the Almond Blossom Cafe. The place inside is very nice and much more pleasant than it looks from its industrial exterior. I ordered a smoothie and a Portobello mushroom dish. The smoothie, I have to say, was probably the worst one I have ever had and I found it terrible tasting! The Portobello dish wasn't too bad, though. I'm not too sure what was in it but the flavors were very natural and subtle. Overall, I have to say this is not quite for me, but it is an experience and worth checking out for yourself.

ABC seems to get better and better each time I visit. They have a large array of raw vegan foods. Everything I have tried is excellent! In addition to a large menu they have tons of daily specials ranging from raw pizza to build your own dessert. The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is relaxing. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone willing to explore their taste buds. Almond blossom also makes beautiful raw vegan cakes. It is great to see another raw vegan restaurant.

The Almond Blossom Cafe is a bit of a drive for me, as I live in Gainesville, and I can only say that I wish it were closer! The atmosphere is great, very artsy and local, the owners and staff extremely friendly and helpful, the menu excellent and very creative. And--they support live music! As a musician, of course this is important to me. I'm so tired of restaurants where you go and they are all playing the same ubiquitous pop/rock music which has absolutely no relationship to the flavor of the ambience or the cuisine--isn't this a refreshing change? I love the way they serve seasonal, often local, foods--the pumpkin soup I had in the fall was delicious. I can't wait to come back so I can try more of their great recipes!

Great food for all food lovers, but the ultimate food for good health. Pleasant employees and owners greet each customer. Tranquil environment to enjoy dining or studying more about optimal health.

Great restaurant! Great food! Great owners! Food is really tasty and leaves you satisfied! The environment is very appealing. I've dined in and used the take out a few times and both were EXCELLENT! They will do well! God Bless you guys!

I have eaten in house twice and gotten take out as well and have found all my entrees wonderful, or better yet, wonder-fun! My must try's are the grape leaf appetizer, lasagna, and the ravioli's. At first I was a bit timid of the whole "raw foodie" thing, but the food is not trendy but fresh, well prepared, and very tasty. A must try!

I am so fortunate that my favorite restaurant is so close to me. Despite the fact they've only been open not even two months... I've been there at least 12 times! :) I also must comment on what another reviewer wrote (who wrote a very positive review) but said the food isn't necessarily low fat or healthy. Granted, not everything is low fat. But, as we well know, people who eat low fat aren't necessarily thin either are they? I eat avocados and coconuts every day (the good fats doctors recommend) and am a size four. Also just eating raw food is going to help one slim down because the digestion process is longer than say eating a cook pizza. Your body uses more hence more calories burned. Also, since ABC only uses fruits nuts and vegetables I think it's the healthiest restaurant I've ever eaten in.... Just a little clarification there that yes, the food is healthy and it's a great way to lose weight. Some of the employees there have lost nearly a 100 pounds... (and yes that's just one on of them) Ok now back to the food review! :)

The nut loaf is superb. The vegan raw tacos to die for and the deserts? Some of the best I've ever had....

I've eaten in raw restaurants from the West Coast to the East Coast (this restaurant just being a few blocks from the beautiful beach!) and must say their cuisine (and friendly staff) are pretty near perfect. I'll definitely be going back and taking more friends. I've already sent a few there on their own too who love it. I've also taken a few folks not too familiar with live/raw food who were very impressed. Kim, the owner has done an impressive job with transforming the inside of the restaurant too. It's like a work of art! It might look a bit modest from the outside, but let me assure you once you go in and meet the great staff, order a bite to eat and enjoy the surroundings you'll want to come back again, and again and again............ ;))

You step in to a beautiful decor. The food and smoothies are amazing!!! So healthy and incredibly priced for the quality of raw food that is offerred. It has easily become one of my favorite places to eat good, healthy food.

Finally an original restaurant in this town worth reviewing! Finding this exquisite place is like discovering GOLD. The area is in dire need of an eatery like this. Not only is the food HEAVENLY, but it is HEALTHY to boot. Their menu is diverse,delicious and nutritious. I've eaten there on several occasions and each time my taste buds were supremely satisfied. The staff are dedicated to the mission of great food served with a smile in a relaxing 'artistic' environment. They have great educational special events as well. Raw Food never tasted so good. Everyone should try this place at least once. No excuses, just go there.

Almond Blossom Cafe is a God send. The quality of the food and flavor is wonderful. I encourage even those who aren't vegetarian to at least go and have dessert!!. You'll love it - my husband did.

I went to Almond Blossom a few days ago after reading the positive reviews. I really enjoyed the atmosphere; the art work is vibrant, the table settings are lovely, & the music was soothing. The people there are very friendly & knowledgeable.

But, ahhh, the food. I only went for lunch & wanted something light. The menu has such an incredible selection with such mouth watering descriptions that I had trouble deciding!

I ordered the Stuffed Curry Avocado Shells. DEEE- LISH!! Very tangy & spicy- tasted better than I had imagined. My only complaint is that the menu states "The shells are..", but I was only served one (basically one avocado half). I really expected there to be at least two halves, since the price is $7.50. They really should clarify that on the menu. But I stand by my comment that it was DEEE- LISH!!

The best part of my lunch was the dessert (but isn't that the best part of any meal?!). I ordered the Almond Shortcake with fresh strawberries & drizzled chocolate. My taste buds were tingling with almost obscene delight!! I had to keep myself from picking up the plate & giving it a good wipe with my tongue!

For vegetarians, vegans, & raw food fans this place is a new-found gem. Die hard omnivores may have trouble adjusting at first, because the portions may not be large enough. Also, the idea of zucchini "noodles" & pine nut/almond "ricotta cheese" may not sit too well with them. But convince them to give it a try. Bribe them with dessert if it comes to that. Whatever it takes- just go check this place out!

BTW- they assured me that new improved forks are on their way. Also, they will soon be serving organic wines.

Quite an interesting restaurant and a change from the norm. It's not something I would enjoy all the time as I'm very much a carnivore, but I liked it on this occasion I visited and will visit again occasionally.

If you're into raw vegan food, you'll find the food delicious, varied, and generally well combined. If you're unfamiliar with raw food or not vegetarian, you'll likely find it satisfying and enjoyable nonetheless. This is not a hoity toity boutique of over-priced salads, the menu has very filling entrees, the portions are large, and the prices reasonable, especially for raw food. The decor is clean and artfully decorated, creating a warm, inviting environment. This is a place you can take vegetarians and meat eaters to and satisfy them both.

As for the comment about raw food not necessarily being low fat, that is certainly true, but most people do not understand that raw plant oils can actually help you lose weight and dissolve fat. Google "Udo Erasmus" for info on that.

First of all please note that vegetarian cuisine does not mean low fat or necessarily healthy. It just means no meat! But whether you're a vegan or a carnivore, you can still enjoy a meal here. I had this great ravioli stuffed with a nuts, etc., and there were many other great choices I'd like to of tried. It's done very well and I will be back.