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4.4 (49 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Defying Gravitea amazingly Defies the Laws of Eateries!! The Place is FULL of Everything Gluten Free!!! I Mean Everything and Dairy Friendly I MHO You have Such an Incredible array of Baked Good Choices your going to want to try them All I recommend the Black and White Cookies Ssooooo Delicious!! Breakfast Choices Lunch Choices All Gluten Free Interior is Sooo Homey and Relaxing The Owner Gina is So Dedicated To the Product and her Customers Satisfaction that it shows in food she is personally preparing for your consumption!! Staff and Customers Service are Welcoming You will not be Disappointed!!!

Breakfast Crepe was quite tasty!
Irene S.

This was a fun and cute spot I found for bfast making our way to NY. We enjoyed all the references to Wicked throughout the cafe. We came bc my girl loves crepes and we were so happy to hear that they could make a raspberry chocolate one though it wasn't on the menu. I enjoyed my savory breakfast crepe. My husband didn't enjoy his waffle as much as it was very crunchy, probly bc it was gluten-free. Their espresso drinks were pretty decent. My eye caught the chocolate strawberry latte so I got it... tasted like Neapolitan drink. It was a sweet way of starting the day!

Karina U.

Very cute themed place that's entirely gluten free. I ordered the chipotle chicken sandwich and a caramel latte. My friend got their avocado toast, oatmeal blueberry dessert, and a chai latte. I would have ordered the chicken parm but sadly they do not have real mozzarella. They do carry real ricotta, pecorino romano, and blue cheese on some items on the menu but a chicken parm needs mozz. Wish they had more real cheese options since dairy free cheese just tastes too fake to me. The chicken cutlet was crispy and the sandwich came out hot. I didn't taste much of the chipotle "mayo" and the bread was a lot for how thin the chicken cutlet was so I took the top part off. The bread is good and doesn't fall apart. The caramel latte was delicious.

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Great blueberry lemon muffin and specialty chai. Absolutely adorable decor, would be perfect for a morning meeting or ladies' light brunch

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Benjamin G.

I love the Wicked theme, I'm surprised to have such creativity from an actual place near me, not even a pop up. I love the bakery options and they were even gluten free. The matcha was excellent, dissapointed it wasn't named after Wicked, it was literally green, but basically my only complaint. The workers seem very welcoming and caring too.

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Paul M.

Great brunch spot with great coffees. I love the large drip coffee 1 the mug it comes in is so gratifying. Gluten free fans will love this place - gluten free doesn't equate to any sacrifices here. The menu is tasty and the sweets are yummy. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. The owner Gina is super friendly and accommodating. Great spot and glad to see patrons each time i attend.

Erin H.

Defying Gravitea is a cute spot for breakfast, coffee/tea, or some little sweets. My mom and I stopped in early one morning and the owner Gina was super friendly and welcoming. The menu is entirely gluten/dairy free and as someone who is not gluten or dairy free, I believe the food was just as tasty, if not better! I had a pot of Rise + Glow tea and French toast. Will definitely be back!

This place is truly a 5/5. From the staff to the food to the ambiance; everything is perfect. You walk in and you instantly feel warm and comfortable. They have an incredible selection of teas and even cute mocktails! Beyond the drinks, the food is not only incredible but consistently on point! The good morning Gina and waffle are two of my many favorites. On top of all of that you get the added bonus of supporting a strong woman owned business as well as eating food that is good for you! I always leave with a full belly but even fuller heart. Grateful to have found such an amazing place!

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So cute from the decor to the drinks to the food! Such a great spot and easy parking!

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Beautiful little cafe with many GF and dairy free choices. Delicious wraps, sandwiches and baked goods.

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Coffee is amazing! Food is delicious! One of the only places in the area that serves truly quality gluten free food

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