Wonderful place with all kinds of oils, vinegars and spices that are hard to find. The owner is so helpful and didn't mind answering any questions. I was fortunate enough to receive a couple of gifts from here in the past, but it's nice to go in and browse for yourself.
Renee G.
I love the selection of oil and vinegar flavors! The recipe cards have so many amazing salads you can make with different combinations of the oils and vinegars. The staff is always helpful if I have questions about any of the oils and vinegars and what to use together for a great dressing on salads. Great place! You need to check it out!
JJ Yaco (JJ)
Usually, I do not do reviews; however, for the last couple of times we have been here the chicken has been completely dried out. I asked today about it and was told that the owner who cooks does it on purpose. As a person who went through culinary school and has training, I cannot comprehend purposefully drying out chicken! And then when you look at the salads nearly everyone of them has the same ingredients. A Thai salad should have peanuts not walnuts and I have never seen one that has cheese on it. Usually a Thai salad has a crunch like cabbage with bell peppers and shredded carrots to give it a different texture. A southwestern salad should have roasted corn, bell peppers, cilantro with lime and other flavors and maybe a creamy avocado dressing.To me the food isn’t that great but I do love the fact that the people are friendly until you mention your dislikes then they get snappy but to have a good place to go is the key and for owners to listen to the complaints to make it better is always helpful! I’m sure not everyone is a fan of dried out chicken or the same salads…be a little more creative!We love the oils that this place carries but the food is another subject especially for the price!Dietary restrictions: We do enjoy the option of gluten free and no pork in the salads.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Toula F
Very neat place. Not only can you get made to order food (during lunch hours), but they also have a coffee and tea bar. While you're waiting for your food, there is plenty to look at and taste. They have unique gift items, a flavored balsamic vinegar, and an olive oil wall. You can try different types of flavored oils and vinegars, and they are available for purchase. I picked up a bottle of the blackberry and ginger vinegar; I can't wait to try it! I ordered the strawberry salad and it was very good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marie M.
Delicious fresh food. Joys favorite salad, the chicken salad, and the grilled cheese and tomato soup are some of my faves
Samantha Allen
Always a very pleasant experience. My favorite shop to go to in town! If you haven't been here you are missing out!
Rachelle Brown
While yes the store is local….. they stock a TON of products you can source in Abilene. For example, the “local” honey? Was from Vermont…. The chocolates? Not from the chocolate manufacturer who currently occupies the historical train station downtown. Was pretty disappointed when they advertise to shop local, but their products aren’t……
Nate D.
Best chicken salad sandwich I've ever had. Went out of my way to make sure I wrote this review. Check this place out for lunch if you're in the area. Loved it. Will definitely visit again! Friendly warm environment. Recommend x10
Robbie Lynn Johnson
The tomato soup is always fabulous! We had the “happy mistake” salad and it was so good!
Barbara T.
For the vinegar and flavored oils alone, it's worth the visit and being able taste before buying. The Tangerine is so good. The co-owner (husband and wife) waited on me. They have sprouted flour in a great selection. Interesting gifts. There's flavored coffees and chocolates. They have lunch. Check the website for menus. They started out over twenty years ago. In process of getting more local artisans and ranchers.
Great place to get quality oils and vinegars. Enjoyed lunch there as well with friends. Easy to find.
Chris Krabill
They have dozens of flavors of olive oils, Balsamic, and vinegars. For what they are the prices are surprisingly very low for very high quality. I use the traditional Balsamic on nearly everything I cook. I wish I would have found this place years ago
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blue Duck
LOVE this place! The food is so clean and healthy.. I never feel weighed down after eating here. Its hard to make a food recommendation because I cant say I've tried something yet I didnt like... but my favorite is probably the tomato soup. Honestly I've always hated tomato soup but I eat theirs often! Plenty of beautiful salads on the menu too :) Not your average! I recommend the farmers. Btw, be sure you ask about their daily special before you order (or find it on FB).FYI the store is open til 6 pm BUT the kitchen closes at 2 daily! You CAN however ask for your meal by 2 pm and they'll keep it waiting til you're ready to come pick it up! How awesome is that? I hope it gives a sense of how lovely the owners are because they really are good people. They care about their customers a great deal and often express their appreciation.This isnt just a restaurant its also kind of a mini grocery store! They have fresh eggs and milk plus about a 50 different top of the line olive oils and balsamics! Lots of other goodies from local or other small, responsible businesses. Stop in and check it out! I dont buy my oil from anywhere else because the difference in taste is very noticeable. They also have a very good autumn spice latte.Cordells, Id really love it if yall brought back weekend brunches and the weekly soup specials. The menu is a bit lacking on hot options.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Samantha Moore
Always a very pleasant experience. My favorite shop to go to in town! If you haven't been here you are missing out!
Bonnie B.
They remember me when I walk through the door every single time, even with months between purchases. Their coffee is best and they are very knowledgeable about every product on the shelf. Their spice selection is pretty delicious too!!
Wonderful place with all kinds of oils, vinegars and spices that are hard to find. The owner is so helpful and didn't mind answering any questions. I was fortunate enough to receive a couple of gifts from here in the past, but it's nice to go in and browse for yourself.
I love the selection of oil and vinegar flavors! The recipe cards have so many amazing salads you can make with different combinations of the oils and vinegars. The staff is always helpful if I have questions about any of the oils and vinegars and what to use together for a great dressing on salads. Great place! You need to check it out!
Usually, I do not do reviews; however, for the last couple of times we have been here the chicken has been completely dried out. I asked today about it and was told that the owner who cooks does it on purpose. As a person who went through culinary school and has training, I cannot comprehend purposefully drying out chicken! And then when you look at the salads nearly everyone of them has the same ingredients. A Thai salad should have peanuts not walnuts and I have never seen one that has cheese on it. Usually a Thai salad has a crunch like cabbage with bell peppers and shredded carrots to give it a different texture. A southwestern salad should have roasted corn, bell peppers, cilantro with lime and other flavors and maybe a creamy avocado dressing.To me the food isn’t that great but I do love the fact that the people are friendly until you mention your dislikes then they get snappy but to have a good place to go is the key and for owners to listen to the complaints to make it better is always helpful! I’m sure not everyone is a fan of dried out chicken or the same salads…be a little more creative!We love the oils that this place carries but the food is another subject especially for the price!Dietary restrictions: We do enjoy the option of gluten free and no pork in the salads.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Very neat place. Not only can you get made to order food (during lunch hours), but they also have a coffee and tea bar. While you're waiting for your food, there is plenty to look at and taste. They have unique gift items, a flavored balsamic vinegar, and an olive oil wall. You can try different types of flavored oils and vinegars, and they are available for purchase. I picked up a bottle of the blackberry and ginger vinegar; I can't wait to try it! I ordered the strawberry salad and it was very good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious fresh food. Joys favorite salad, the chicken salad, and the grilled cheese and tomato soup are some of my faves
Always a very pleasant experience. My favorite shop to go to in town! If you haven't been here you are missing out!
While yes the store is local….. they stock a TON of products you can source in Abilene. For example, the “local” honey? Was from Vermont…. The chocolates? Not from the chocolate manufacturer who currently occupies the historical train station downtown. Was pretty disappointed when they advertise to shop local, but their products aren’t……
Best chicken salad sandwich I've ever had. Went out of my way to make sure I wrote this review. Check this place out for lunch if you're in the area. Loved it. Will definitely visit again! Friendly warm environment. Recommend x10
The tomato soup is always fabulous! We had the “happy mistake” salad and it was so good!
For the vinegar and flavored oils alone, it's worth the visit and being able taste before buying. The Tangerine is so good. The co-owner (husband and wife) waited on me. They have sprouted flour in a great selection. Interesting gifts. There's flavored coffees and chocolates. They have lunch. Check the website for menus. They started out over twenty years ago. In process of getting more local artisans and ranchers.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great place to get quality oils and vinegars. Enjoyed lunch there as well with friends. Easy to find.
They have dozens of flavors of olive oils, Balsamic, and vinegars. For what they are the prices are surprisingly very low for very high quality. I use the traditional Balsamic on nearly everything I cook. I wish I would have found this place years ago
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LOVE this place! The food is so clean and healthy.. I never feel weighed down after eating here. Its hard to make a food recommendation because I cant say I've tried something yet I didnt like... but my favorite is probably the tomato soup. Honestly I've always hated tomato soup but I eat theirs often! Plenty of beautiful salads on the menu too :) Not your average! I recommend the farmers. Btw, be sure you ask about their daily special before you order (or find it on FB).FYI the store is open til 6 pm BUT the kitchen closes at 2 daily! You CAN however ask for your meal by 2 pm and they'll keep it waiting til you're ready to come pick it up! How awesome is that? I hope it gives a sense of how lovely the owners are because they really are good people. They care about their customers a great deal and often express their appreciation.This isnt just a restaurant its also kind of a mini grocery store! They have fresh eggs and milk plus about a 50 different top of the line olive oils and balsamics! Lots of other goodies from local or other small, responsible businesses. Stop in and check it out! I dont buy my oil from anywhere else because the difference in taste is very noticeable. They also have a very good autumn spice latte.Cordells, Id really love it if yall brought back weekend brunches and the weekly soup specials. The menu is a bit lacking on hot options.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Always a very pleasant experience. My favorite shop to go to in town! If you haven't been here you are missing out!
They remember me when I walk through the door every single time, even with months between purchases. Their coffee is best and they are very knowledgeable about every product on the shelf. Their spice selection is pretty delicious too!!