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    Cafe Flora

    4.0 (1.8k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Weekend brunch menu
    Rima Z.

    Ive heard about this place for years - it's my parents go-to cafe when they're in the city. And rightly so. Beautiful interior with a unique menu. Service enhances the gracious vibe. My sister and I dropped by spontaneously for weekend brunch (à Saturday korning around 9:30). There was a bit of a cluster of people waiting for tables, but they were larger groups and we were seated after about 10 minutes. We ordered cocktails while pursuing the menu. My sister enjoys their mimosas and I was curious about the "My name is Earl... Grey". Good choice - dangerously so. Smooth, flavorful, well balanced. Only a light perfume of Earl Grey. We shared our entrees: the harissa carrot hummus tartine and the roasted potato and scallion waffle. (Side note: we indicated our intention to the server, who thoughtfully brought extra plates so we could do that). The tartine was delicious. Just the right amount of spread on a thick slice of sourdough. It wasn't spicy at all; the sweetness of the carrots tempered the heat. A light sprinkle of romanesco and little cubes of feta finished it off. The waffle was a surprise. Crispy, savory, a whisper of sweetness, topped with a dollop of scallion butter. Unique and very flavorful. The homemade biscuit was large and easily shareable. The cappuccinos had a good, rich aroma. A double shot is the standard serving and had sufficient flavor and kick. There were so many interesting things in the menu, making it difficult to decide. I'll just have to come back.

    Sticky Toffee
    Nate H.

    Are you looking to impress that special vegetarian in your life? Take them to Cafe Flora! They will be blown away by the ambiance and decor of this boujee Madison Park eatery before they even glance at the menu. But what can you expect as a meat eater, you ask? Certainly not meat, but I can guarantee that you will be satiated by the creativity and flavor of the meat-adjacent dishes. The Portabello Wellington is a whimsical twist on the classic Gordon Ramsey specialty. I like to think that he would appreciate the artistic liberties that have been used here, instead of berating the chef. It's almost like a highly elevated hot pocket on a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes. Would order again. The savory waffle was the most intriguing dish by far. They heavily leaned into taking this as far away from any aspect of sweetness as possible by layering in herbs, butter, and a fantastic crema to go with those crispy boi fritters. But the most fantastic dish by far isn't shown below. It's the coconut cake. An absolute must order if you come to Cafe Flora. This cake is the epitome of decadence, and each bite will have you wondering if it's the best slice of cake you've had in your life. Eating this masterpiece is a life experience itself, and can't be compared to other foods. I imagine it's similar to how people feel after looking at their first born child. I implore my fellow carnivores to walk through the doors of Cafe Flora with an open mind. Prepare your palate for an evening without meat, but for a culinary journey that is full of surprises.

    Lunch Menu
    Steven Y.

    Cafe Flora is a Seattle gem. I read about it from an article claiming it is one of the places that one should visit while in Seattle, so I gave it a try. It has a beautiful ambiance (garden-like setting), genuinely kind service, and incredibly creative vegetarian dishes that impresses me quite a bit. Although it is a vegetarian restaurant, it has egg in some dishes too. It is a perfect spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner. For drinks, we tried their "Golden Milk" which is coconut milk with turmeric, black pepper among others, as well as a lovely, decorated cappuccino. For main course, we ordered their "Peach and Burrata Sandwich" and their "Portello Mushroom French Dip". Both were delicious. But the best part of all is the side of "Yam Fries" which comes with the meal. Dipping these healthy fries in their heavenly aioli (sauce) is heavenly. I came into this restaurant apprehensive of vegetarian food but came out with a different perspective. I walked in as a skeptic of vegetarian food and left genuinely impressed. Vegetarian food can be enjoyable!

    Coconut cake- very sweet icing
    Crystal M.

    Whether it's brunch or lunch or dinner, I highly recommend Café Flora. As a vegan, it's hard to find establishments that offer a wide variety of vegan options that are not just diverse, but also delicious. thankfully Café Flora delivers on all of the above. cute restaurant, great to go to for a date night. They have some items on their menus that you can always count on and they also incorporate some new ones. one of my favorites are their desserts. if you ca, you must try them for brunch. they offer vegetarian and vegan options so there are a lot more offerings for those who eat eggs.

    Biscuits and Gravy, Rancho Colorado Scramble with grits
    Maggie B.

    This continues to be my favorite restaurant in Seattle. Came here to tell you to try the croissant bread pudding. Biscuits and gravy and rancho Colorado scramble both great, as always!

    Biscuits & gravy Cinnamon roll
    Aditi P.

    Ambiance is good, line is annoyingly long and service is slow (constantly waiting to order, get a water refill, get the bill, etc) If you're vegan/vegetarian, it's a great place to try diet-friendly versions of baked goods and other classics (biscuits & gravy, Caesar salad). I like their kale Caesar and the croissant pudding was good but not worth its price. The biscuits and mushroom gravy are skippable.

    Mushroom French dip with sweet potato fries

    We enjoyed Cafe Flora for dinner and it was delicious! We sat in the Atrium which is a lovely indoor space with plants, lots of windows, and a large sky light. Service was friendly and prompt. The food was all delicious and drinks were great as well. We really enjoyed the Mediterranean dip trio and chocolate croissant bread pudding. Their s'mores espresso martini was also really great!

    Helly K.

    Food is good. My friend ordered the mushroom dish and I had a bite - it was very savory and tasty. I got the hummus appetizer. All the dips were delicious however they didn't give enough bread. When I asked for more bread I was disappointed to see that they charged me additional for that. It's a very large restaurant. They have a lot of seating. The wait staff is friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend!

    Marilou Q.

    How many people go to a different gate in the airport, just to have a meal? A friend, knowing I am a vegetarian, had suggested going to Cafe Flora while we were in SEA. We thankfully had a little wait before our flight, so took advantage of it. Ordered the tofu sandwich with garlic sweet potato fries, and the mushroom au jus with regular sweet potato fries. Both dishes were yummy, something we would order again. My husband, an omnivore, said that the tofu in his sandwich had a satisfying texture. The au jus sandwich held together well, even when dipped. The flavors melded together perfectly. We would choose both our dishes again! Sorry, no pics. We got to work on those dishes right away! 1 star off bc the service could have been more attentive. Maybe they need more help, or possibly additional training. Stopped by the grab and go next door afterwards. Fun little market, and delectable looking pastries. The cashier said that they have the best coffee in the area. We will need to save room for that next time!

    Huevos Platanos breakfast with tofu (vegan)
    Bri K.

    Hands down one of the best spots in Seattle! While their menu is delicious any time of day, their brunch/breakfast is another level! Every time the service is top notch, their vibes are immaculate (hello covered patio), and the food and coffee hit.

    Tea
    Aline G.

    Cafe Flora has been on my 'to eat' list as I absolutely love their cafe in SeaTac and I had such a great experience this evening!! It is a spacious restaurant with such cute, floral decor. I made a reservation for two as they were running their limited time afternoon tea series. Shout out to our sever, Ardent! He was such a joy to talk with and so very accommodating - his service was above and beyond and really helped make our meal as special as it was. We had their standard fare but they had the options for a vegan/gluten free option for those that need. I wish there was a more 50/50 balance of savory and sweet but it's afternoon tea and I know that the sweets typically dominate. We loved everything that was served and it was explained that everything was made in house (at their other restaurant location though) and that always source the local, seasonal ingredients. I wish they included multiple teas with the tasting; you're limited to one per person unless you pay for more. But I do understand that the tea they're sourcing from (Portal Tea in Portland!) is high quality, which we could definitely tell as we were drinking it. I did appreciate that they gave us little timers to ensure that we were steeping all of the teas properly, not too long or not too short, in order to maximize the flavor and tea experience. 10/10 would come again! I heard they also do a fall tea and a winter holiday tea so I'm looking forward to their next event. Thank you Cafe Flora!!

    Wellington
    Danica S.

    Flora has won my heart time and time again, through my belly! From the moment you walk through the doors, you'll be greeted by a hostess who will whisk you away to either the main dining room or the atrium which is my favorite place to be. You'll be surrounded by large windows and greenery. To me, the large space feels much smaller and more intimate. Food: you won't find a large selection, but a variety of greens, starters, and mains that all complement one another. My risotto was super rich and creamy with the squash adding a hint of sweetness. The salad complemented my meal by adding another texture of crunch and coldness. My husband enjoyed the Portobello Wellington, but it was too heavy to finish it all. It was still delightful the next day. Drinks are always unique and made with ingredients that make you take smaller sips to capture all its depth. I enjoyed Ten Trees, and hubby had a chocolate pistachio matcha latte. We took the coconut cake topped with blackberry sauce to go. The texture of cake wasn't light and fluffy, but more firm and crumbly. Still very good! I enjoy the entire experience of Cafe Flora and try something new each time. They rotate their menu often, which makes the 45 minute drive worth it.

    Southern Pate Platter
    Cole M.

    Excellent location for breakfast before a walk in the Washington arboretum nearby. The Earl Grey Latte was definitely a hit!

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    One of the best options in Seattle for vegan food. Gorgeous interior and food is always solid. Can be very busy on weekends!

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Flora

    Is the outdoor patio warm? I made reservations for 5:45 and it's been very cold out.

    It's warm in certain spots thanks to space heaters but also chilly if not sitting directly under one. We had to request to move indoors

    Do they accept reservations?

    Unfortunately they do not

    Does anyone know if the tent being used for outdoor dining is fully enclosed or not? Hoping that at least one (preferably two) side is completely open.

    Hi SJ, Thanks for reaching out!… 

    Is the dessert menu available during breakfast and lunch?

    Yes but will possibly be one with less options

    Are pets allowed?

    No they are not.

    Does anyone know if the waffles/pancakes are vegan friendly?

    Pancakes are typically not, but they always have a delicious vegan waffle option (changes seasonally)!

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    KAS

    KAS

    4.5
    (116 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    I was in Seattle for a conference and came to KAS twice! It is SO good. I got edamame and the Lemon…read moreSalmon roll. The fish is so fresh and delicious. They are a small place and get busy so you might have to wait for a table. Service could be a little better, but overall a great lunch experience!

    Was in Downtown Seattle for a Conference in February, and not wanting to walk too far in the…read morecold/rain, Kas seemed to be a pretty highly rated place walkable from the hotel. It ended up being so tasty that I came here twice within a few days. The first visit, I got veggie tempura appetizer and chirashi rice bowl. A bit on the pricier side, I still wanted to give it a try. The veggie tempura are actually not separate pieces of vegetables in tempura, but kakiage (shredded veggies fried together) - still pretty good though. The chirashi rice bowl was fantastic - beautiful presentation as the fish came on the side, pretty fresh, and I appreciated the small details, like the wasabi stem inside the scallop and the shiso leaf/sprouts that accompanied the dish. The service was fantastic as well, considering I had a table for one during lunch hour. My second visit I was on the go, so I got the Classic sushi burrito, which again was maybe a little pricier than I would like, but it was worth it. Rice, fish/poke, crab mix, cucumber, avocado - it all mixed nicely wrapped within the rice paper outside, and was convenient to eat for takeout. Definitely recommend giving it a try if you're around the area and feel like treating yourself to more than a soup/salad/sandwich...

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    Life On Mars

    Life On Mars

    4.0
    (415 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$
    Vegan friendly
    Vegetarian friendly

    VEGAN REVIEW Came…read morehere for a late dinner (10:30) on a Saturday night, this place was HOPPIN' love the ambiance- lots of people watching opps, too. LOL great service- our server was happy to make recs & answer lots of questions amazing food! started with Brussels to share for the table- so good. I had the taco salad with Daring un-chicken, huge & tasty. fun cocktails! definitely recommend.

    I am so grateful for my experience at Life On Mars. It turned out to be the highlight of a…read moretumultuous Seattle trip and I look back on it fondly. We came here mostly for one thing: I absolutely could not wait for their gluten-free vegan chick'n pot pie. A pie i'd been waiting months to try. A pie unlike any other pie. A pie that I still think about to this day. We walked straight into a Cardi B drag show. And by "walked into" I mean we opened the door and Hot Pink Shade sashayed right in front of us. It was exactly the kind of welcome we love. It was also the first green flag in a sea of green flags at Life On Mars. I could barely sit still as I waited to order my GF/VG pot pie. We got the drinks outta the way (a peach hard cider for me and a fancy-schmancy cocktail for the lady). I was positively GIDDY when Anna came to take our order and I blurted out chick'n pot pie excitedly. I nearly died when she said they didn't have any. Normally it wouldn't have been such a big deal, but I was from out of town and had literally been craving this damn pie for months! And I lied, I didn't nearly die but I DID nearly cry and that's almost as bad. Even the bestie lamented about what a let down this was. Anna. Dear, sweet Anna. We must have looked really hard up because this sweet baby angel offered to ask the cooks if they could whip one up special just for me. Let me tell you why this is a big deal: For one, she didn't need to do that. That's going above and beyond, and she was such a graceful little buttercup when she did it. Second, making a gluten free biscuit is a finicky, precise, detailed process. It sucks, honestly, and I don't blame them for not having them every day. I nearly cried when she came back and told us the cooks said YES. And this time i'm not lying. It was beyond the type of customer service i'm used to. It was.... humane. It was...empathetic. It was...totally first world problems but it meant so much to me! Especially since Anna said it had been a DAY and she was at her wits end. For her to have a rough day and still have the grace and compassion to make my stupid GF/VG chick'n pot pie dreams come true.....well, yeah, it made me a bit teary eyed. The pot pie was delicious, as expected. It was nostalgic and comforting, like a big hug in a bowl. The flavors were rich and deep, the biscuit soft and flaky; it was one of the most delicious things i've tasted on my GF/VEG journey. Between the food, the drinks, the customer service and the drag show......this was five stars all around. No doubt. I don't see the GF chick'n pot pie on their menu anymore. Maybe it's a seasonal thing? I hope it comes back, i'll be checking. And when it pops up again, so will I. Thank you, Anna. Thank you to the cooks on 2/19/26. Thank you to Hot Pink Shade, ISIS and King Leo Mane.

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    Biang Biang Noodles

    Biang Biang Noodles

    4.4
    (1.8k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    I came here during a trip to Seattle for dinner. Stopped in on a weeknight with no reservation and…read morewow this place is super popular and absolutely packed! There's not too much seating available so I would recommend making a reservation but I was luckily able to snag a table for myself without one. Service was very quick Mala Spicy Beef Dry Mix Noodles (medium spice), 5/5, delicious!! I think the medium was the perfect spice level for me where it wasn't too little or too much and I thought this was quite filling. I was very hungry as I didn't have lunch so I finished the whole bowl but I think if you were eating normally you could have a bit to take away as well! This is an ideal meal for a cold, rainy Seattle day and the restaurant's decor and large fish tank definitely gave it a Chinese restaurant atmosphere

    I officially ALWAYS take people here whenever they visit…read more We always get some variant that's got the mala spicy beef dry mix. One or two big plush noodles plus all the seasonings and oil oil oil to boot. What's not to love. Keep your loved ones close but your Tums closer with this one. The spicy oiliness of it all sends you to heaven and to heartburn. The apps aren't bad either but it's a heaping bowl- I almost always have leftovers (pro tip is to boil more noodles at home and add them so the meal literally keeps giving for a while) Go early or be prepared to wait. The turnover is wicked fast here you literally order and get your noodles like 1 minute later, and it's majorly slurpable so I feel like you finish pretty quick! Also there's a nice fish tank to look at while you're seated.

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    Chinese Mai Tai
    Lychee Martini , Biang Biang Mule , Lychee Beer , THAI Iced Tea, and Yuzu Shuwah

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    Lychee Martini , Biang Biang Mule , Lychee Beer , THAI Iced Tea, and Yuzu Shuwah
    Nana’s Green Tea

    Nana’s Green Tea

    4.3
    (1.7k reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Love love love!! When we arrived 30 mins before closing and…read morethere's about 40-50 ppl here with a line out the door, you know it's going to be good!!! We got a matcha float with mochi and a hojicha float with mochi. We love the hojicha better. The matcha is prob one of the better I've tasted, but not often you can find hojicha ice cream and milk tea. It was creamy and mildly sweet. So good, refreshing and satisfying! The mochi were ok. It was very bland and not sweet at all. I do prefer my mochi to have a little sweetness to them, like a sweet bite. This was like chewing a bigger non sweet boba ball. So I'd pass on the mochi here and maybe do all ice cream. If ever we're in Seattle would visit again. Update: we came here a few yrs later. The drinks were still good as ever. My husband got a frappe and loved it. We had a salmon bowl which was decent. Not something I would order again here but we were so hungry from traveling and meeting friends, we needed some food. This time no line out the door. We got a seat inside. We came in June this yr, nice weather outside but inside was super hot as they did not run the AC. They had the windows/doors open but no breeze and mosquitos were inside attacking. I can't imagine a good breeze when the cafe is wedged btw two huge buildings. It made our visit this time very stifling.

    I've had the soft serve from here before, which was pretty good, so I got the matcha parfait this…read moretime. It seems to be what they're known for. This comes in a very large cup, with layers of matcha ice cream, cornflakes, vanilla whippedd cream, and mochi at the bottom. I'll be honest that the matcha ice cream wasn't my favorite. I'm not a huge fan of matcha in general, but I have had examples where the sweetness balances with the earthiness better - and this felt like it leaned too much into the earthiness side of it. It just tasted off when mixed with everything else. What was exceptional, though, was the second and third layers. Mixing the cornflakes with the vanilla whipped cream/yogurt layer was awesome. The crunchy texture provided with the creamy vanilla flavor really worked - and it felt like what the essence of a parfait is with the textural and flavor contrast. I think I would've liked this a lot more if the top had been vanilla ice cream instead - submitting a request to have that as an option on the menu. This was pretty expensive. It cost 14 dollars for a single parfait. That's just a crazy amount. I know it's pretty big, but it's simply overpriced. Overall, it's a decent but not very practical dessert. 5.5/10

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    Black Sesame Shiratama Parfait
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    Haidilao Hotpot Seattle

    Haidilao Hotpot Seattle

    4.5
    (964 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$
    Large group friendly
    Vegetarian friendly

    We were in the area for a movie and were walking around Pacific Place mall when the host from…read moreHaidilao noticed us looking at their menu. They told us they had happy hour after 9:00 PM with 31% off everything on the menu. Happy hour?! What a surprise! I thought they only had happy hour midday. I was recovering from a cold and soup sounded great, so we walked right in. ​The last time we were here was a year ago during our annual Seattle trip. The tomato soup is our favorite, but we decided to have that along with the gold chicken and fish maw soup this time. The fish maw soup is very collagen-rich and comforting to drink. ​We also ordered the beef sirloin slices, lamb shoulder, and pork belly, all of which were top quality. ​What I like about Haidilao is the variety of items you can use to make your own sauce. Every time you come, it's a bit of a "choose your own adventure." ​Definitely one of our favorite places to visit!

    My family used to love Haidilao. We'd eat here around 10 times a year and happily spend about $150…read moreeach visit because the experience was worth it. The food was good, the service was fun, and our kids absolutely loved coming here. We went back yesterday and were honestly shocked at how much has changed. 1. Combo A has been gutted. The old Combo A was around $34 per person and included vegetables. Now, to get roughly the same meal, you're looking at closer to $50 per person. This isn't simply a price increase--they removed much of what made the combo a good value. 2. You're now charging for the condiment bar. Want soy sauce? That's an extra charge. For a family of four, getting access to basic condiments adds roughly another $30. Charging extra for soy sauce at a hot pot restaurant feels incredibly nickel-and-dime. 3. The family-friendly experience has disappeared. No toys for the kids at the table. No bibs. Many of the little touches that made Haidilao unique--and justified paying a premium--are gone. 4. Even the claw machines have changed. The kids used to receive one token for every $10 spent, so a $100 meal meant 10 tokens and they could almost always leave with a prize. Now that same spend gets only four tokens. It may seem trivial to adults, but for kids it's one of the highlights of the visit. Instead of leaving excited, they leave disappointed. What puzzles me is that these cuts can't possibly save very much. Bok choy is inexpensive. The toys probably cost about a dollar each in bulk. Yet all of these changes together make the experience feel 25-40% more expensive. Our family of four would now easily spend over $200 for dinner. Sorry, but this isn't a high-end steakhouse. The robot servers are neat, but they're not "$200 dinner" neat. The biggest disappointment isn't even the higher bill--it's that Haidilao is no longer fun for our kids. That was the entire reason we kept coming back. We happily spent around $1,500 a year here because everyone in the family enjoyed it. Now we'll spend that money somewhere else. Maybe the restaurant is packed enough that they don't care. Maybe they've intentionally decided to stop catering to families with young kids. That's certainly a business decision they can make. But if that's the strategy, they've lost our family as customers. It feels like the company is sacrificing long-term loyal customers to save a few dollars per table. That's disappointing, because Haidilao used to be one of our favorite restaurants. 中文(给海底捞管理层) 我们一家过去非常喜欢海底捞。我们每年大约会来 10 次,每次消费约 150 美元,而且我们一直觉得非常值得,因为这里不仅食物好,服务也好,孩子们更是玩得特别开心。 但是昨天再次来用餐,我们真的很震惊。 1. A套餐几乎被"缩水"了。 以前大约每人 34 美元,还包含蔬菜。现在如果想吃到和以前差不多的内容,每人大概要花接近 50 美元。这不仅仅是涨价,而是把原本套餐里很多东西都取消了。 2. 调料现在还要额外收费。 连最基本的酱油都需要另外付费。对于一家四口来说,仅仅使用调料台就要多花约 30 美元。火锅店连酱油都单独收费,真的让人觉得是在处处收费。 3. 对孩子友好的体验几乎都没有了。 没有桌边小玩具了,没有围兜了。过去那些让海底捞与众不同、也让顾客觉得值得多花一点钱的小细节,现在基本都消失了。 4. 连娃娃机奖励也缩水了。 以前每消费 10 美元就给一个游戏币,消费 100 美元能拿到 10 个,孩子几乎一定能抓到一个玩具,高高兴兴回家。现在同样消费 100 美元却只有 4 个游戏币。对成年人来说可能只是小事,但对孩子来说,这是整顿饭最期待的部分。现在他们只能失望地离开。 最让我不理解的是,这些改变真的能省下多少钱吗?青江菜成本并不高,玩具批量采购可能也就一美元左右一个。但这些改变加起来,却让整个用餐体验贵了大约 25% 到 40%。 现在我们一家四口吃一顿饭,很容易超过 200 美元。说实话,这毕竟不是高档牛排馆。机器人送餐确实很有趣,但还没有有趣到值 200 美元一顿饭。 真正让我们失望的,并不是价格上涨,而是这里已经不再是一个孩子们喜欢来的地方了。而这恰恰是我们过去一直愿意来的原因。 过去我们每年都会在海底捞消费大约 1,500 美元,因为全家人都很享受这里的体验。以后,这笔钱我们会花在别的餐厅。 也许海底捞现在生意太好了,不在乎失去像我们这样的老顾客;也许公司已经决定不再把家庭顾客作为重点。这当然是企业自己的选择。 但如果这是公司的经营方向,那么你们确实失去了我们一家这个长期顾客。为了每桌节省一点点成本,却失去长期忠诚的家庭客户,我认为这并不是一个明智的决定。真的很遗憾,因为海底捞曾经是我们最喜欢的餐厅之一。

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    Enjoy different soup bases with our 4 flavor pot!
    Enjoy different soup bases with our 4 flavor pot!
    Make various kind of sauces with our broad selection of ingredients from our sauce bar.
    Make various kind of sauces with our broad selection of ingredients from our sauce bar.
    Lamb shoulder with the four flavor pot

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    Lamb shoulder with the four flavor pot

    Cafe Flora - vegetarian - Updated August 2026

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