I was originally a patron of Cafe Annies. The place was nice but nothing extravigant. I went because it was convienient to go to for a quick lunch... but the food was just at par level (but it sure beat going to a BK Loung or a Micky D's)
I drove over one day on my break to grab a quick bite before going back to work. When I pulled up I was shocked to see that the usual 'Annies' logo wasn't there, but instead a vibrant sign reading "Foodies, Fresh Food Fast" was in its place.
I was a little skeptical at first but I figured "why not?"
Being a bit of a 'Foodie' myself I decided to give it a go.
I walked in to find a very similar setup, but it seemed much cleaner and brighter than before.
Almost immediatly I was hit with a smell that made my mouth water!
I walked up to the counter and was pleasantly greeted by a young man.
I had to ask, "what is that amazing smell?"
He replied "oh Chef Don is just finishing up our slow roasted pulled pork!"
It took everything I had to keep from drooling!
I asked him "what happened to 'Annies?"
He began to explain the change in ownership and how they switched to making everything from scratch and how everything is prepared fresh and bought local.
I started to ask a lot of questions reguarding the menu.
He seemed quick to answer and very knowledgable of the product, how it is prepared, and the general feel of the place and people.
After a brief chat I decided to do a side by side comparrison of one of my favorite items, the "Ceasar chicken wrap" to the 'Foodies'"Hail Ceasar chicken wrap,".
A quick rundown on what a 'paratha' wrap was, I was set.
About five minutes later my food arrived at my table.
My first bite and I was sold. The wrap was light, flaky and full of flavor, just like I was told it would be. It is a great addition to an old recipe that has been way over done through the years by many places (and it sure beats the bland, flat flavor of a tortilla)
Upon my next visit I had to ask, "what's your best dish?"
The man started to explain 'his' favorite, the "Little Havana Cuban Panini" and about their 'killer' reuben sandwhich.
I now had to choose!
Remembering how passionate they all were about the menu, and especially the Pork, I went with the Cuban.
The mix of flavors was amazing! I've seen many 'Cubans' which are similar but Foodies version takes the cake!
Since then I've had several of their other dishes including: The Carnita Street Tacos (love that pork), the Greek pizza (on that note, anyone can use green or black olives and mozzarella, but it takes balls to use feta cheese and kalamata olives) that's one small step in the foodie world.
All in all the food has a great Taste. Its got just the right amount of spice. Its mellow, light, and flavorful.... meaning you can still taste the food itself!
With a great menu and the fact they support local venders, businesses and artists (all art is from local artists from what I've seen) I have officially become a 'Foodies' Junkie! read more