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    Freedom A La Cart

    4.8 (104 reviews)
    InexpensiveCaterers, Bakeries, Cafes
    Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Allergy-friendly catering

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    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Mediterranean Avocado Toasted (added poached egg) and Brown Sugar Cardamom Latte
    Abby K.

    This coffee shop is truly such a gem. I love their mission and that they provide a warm meeting place for grabbing coffee with a friend or working remotely. There's a free parking lot, plenty of comfy seating, affordably priced food + drinks, and free WiFi! For anyone with laptops, there's not a lot of outlet options unfortunately. I can't wait to come back to sit in front of their big windows (and try their grilled cheese that I hear is to live for!)

    Jared K.

    This is a fun, cute café! I ordered the Breakfast Sandwich, Rosemary Potatoes, and the Mango Sticky Rice Matcha and I was pleasantly surprised! The sandwich was great and the rosemary potatoes were a great recommendation. The potatoes were crispy and well seasoned too! Just a heads up if you don't like rosemary, don't get these because they definitely pack a rosemary kick! The Mango Sticky Rice Matcha was definitely the highlight for me. It was spot on accurate and I loved the flavor. This was a seasonal flavor, but if you're in town and love Mango Sticky Rice, this matcha is a must try!

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    Jasmine T.

    I've been to Freedom A La Cart several times and can't believe this is my first review! It's a really cute and cozy cafe that sells fresh salads, sandwiches, and breakfast. The place isn't huge, but there's room to dine in with friends or bring your laptop and get some work done over lunch. Their dark green chop salad is my favorite . The crispy onions, feta, bacon, and dilly beans are a great combo. I always add chicken for extra protein. It's a light, but filling meal for a busy day.

    Jennifer R.

    Meals with a mission. Freedom a la Cart is a food service social enterprise that offers job skills training, and economic empowerment resources, for women who are survivors of trafficking. The cafe is just very welcoming and cozy. I was happy to sit and enjoy my breakfast (and coffee) and soak up the atmosphere. Loved the jazzy holiday tunes and the friendly service. The black bean breakfast burrito came with a fresh salsa verde. The "freedom latte" had lovely housemade rosemary and orange syrup. I also enjoyed a side order of the most delicious candied bacon I have ever had. I don't even like bacon that much, but I could have eaten several more slices. Support this wonderful business that helps so many.

    Quiche was delicious.
    Craig W.

    This is a charming coffee house with excellent coffee drinks and very good food. It is bright and airy. There are a few tables with seating and a long communal high-top counter/table with stools. The coffee was delicious and, if you have a sweet tooth, don't miss the incredible Buckeye coffee drink, which may have a few pounds of sugar in it. The avocado toast was fantastic and a work of art and the quiche was wonderful, too. The food menu is more extensive than you will find at most coffee houses. Very good coffee and very good food can be found here and the atmosphere is very comfortable.

    Avocado Toast with Egg
    Natalie R.

    I was in Columbus for a work trip with some time to kill. I stumbled upon this wonderful coffee shop. The shop supports an amazing cause. The ambiance and decor are top tier. Very relaxing. I ordered an avocado toast with egg which was excellent and all ingredients tasted fresh and made in house. My iced PB&J late was out of this world! SO pretty and tasty and a smooth coffee flavor with the right amount of caffeine boost. For the quality of the service, food, and coffee- the price is reasonable, and proceeds support a wonderful cause in the community. Highly recommend stopping by.

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    Suzanna L.

    I've been to Freedom a la Cart many times. It's always a great choice for breakfast, brunch or lunch. The staff there is so sweet. And when you patronize freedom à la cart, you're not just getting a delicious meal, but you're supporting a worthy cause. Your patronage helps keep job training strong, support services steady, and doors of opportunity wide open for victims of human trafficking. Keep them in mind this holiday season for your catering needs and currently with every $30 donation, you'll receive a beautifully packaged box of one dozen hand-crafted treats made from scratch by their talented team of bakers. It's perfect for family gatherings, last-minute giftgiving, or Santa with a glass of milk .

    Chia bowl
    Bethany R.

    Very cute, bright and fresh coffee shop. I had the hot latte and the chia bowl. Service was friendly and fast. Coffee itself was ok, the flavor of the coffee was not very strong. The chia bowl was really good and just slightly sweet and was filling. I will be back for their healthier breakfast options close to the convention center

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    Leon D.

    Such a nice place to dine! This was such a pleasant surprise to see a place with so much attention to detail, right when you pull up to the building there's a beautiful mural on the side of the building. Inside is so nicely decorated with a very clean and bright esthetic. The food menu has many delicious choices to choose from along with nice pastries and uniquely flavored lattes. I was sad we already planned to visit a coffee shop afterwards or then I would have loved to try one of their lattes. I got the breakfast sandwich and my wife got the blueberry chia yogurt bowl. The service was pretty fast and very friendly. We both split our meals with each other and both dishes tasted excellent. My only complaint is the breakfast sandwich is very small especially for the price. Other than that this place is totally my vibe and would love to come back whenever we are back in town!

    White Chocolate Mocha
    George B.

    Today I stopped and had lunch here! I got the. Don't Judge Me sandwich Roasted Chicken, French Onion Aioli, Garlic Aioli, Swiss Cheese, Crumbled Potato Chips, Arugula, Sourdough; 10/10. Service was 10/10. This place just has a nice warmth to it. The food was just everything and much more. If you are ever in the area. Spend your money here!!

    Neeha P.

    I've had baked goods from here in the past, but this is my first time actually being able to check the place out. The service was great, and all of the workers were kind. I went with a black bean burrito, which I'm glad was already vegetarian and it was actually really good many times when I have a black bean burger at other places it's just packed with majority, black beans and not much else. I also got their chocolate cayenne croissant, and I had no idea what to expect but it was really good. It had just the right amount of kick. I also got the rosemary olive oil slice, which was also really good. I loved the glaze on it and it had the perfect amount of denseness. I'll definitely be coming back soon to try some of their other items and they had a decent amount of seating inside!

    Breakfast sandwich with egg souffle and rosemary sausage
    Harry P.

    A beautiful spot, with a friendly staff, clean, with great coffee and bites. The coffee ranges from basic to unique lattes, and I enjoyed everything I had. The rosemary breakfast sammy is a must order. The egg soufflé was tender yet still had a bite and texture to it, the rosemary fragrant all on a flaky croissant that was soft but still held up to the sandwich. The special lattes rotate, and there is always something for everyone. I wish I didn't live out of town.

    Rosemary Breakfast Sammich (Yes, that's spelled right)
    Brittany S.

    I've been going to this cafe for about a year and a half now. It's one of my absolute favorites to visit downtown on my lunch break. All of the ladies working there are friendly and your purchases go toward a great cause as many of their proceeds support survivors of human trafficking. The cafe is cute, airy, well-decorated, and always with awesome music to vibe to while you eat. Literally have never had a bad drink here! Their teas are good and they put so much thought and effort into crafting their coffees! The food is phenomenal too! I've tried lots here but my favorites have to be the rosemary breakfast sammich and raspberry cheesecake latte they had which is a seasonal favorite. Definitely pay them a visit!

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    Wonderful healthy food. Community oriented. Friendly and helpful. Cute relaxed atmosphere.

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    The food quality was amazing and it was packaged very nice. I love the mission. Parking was tricky but i just parked to grab and go.

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