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My favorite local hole-in-the-wall gem! The menu is super creative and diverse. Beautiful quality food heavy with local ingredients. Plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Every visit my meal looks like it should have come from a fancy expensive restaurant, but Libelula is affordable and approachable. This visit I had charred corn ravioli that were incredible! Very flavorful sauce and great texture with crunchy freeze-dried corn on top. Friendly & attentive service.
Libelula nailed it. I went with the orange chicken sandwich and tots, and both were ridiculously good, crispy, flavorful, and just the right amount of indulgent without feeling heavy. The sandwich had that perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and the tots were golden and addictive. The outdoor seating is a huge plus too, comfortable, relaxed, and a great spot to just hang out and enjoy your food. On top of that, the service was genuinely friendly and welcoming, which always makes the experience that much better. I'll definitely be back.
We went in with our dog and sat outside. Staff were very friendly brought the dog water and put up an umbrella for us since it was sunny. I ordered the chicken biscuit with a side of gravy. The upcharge 4 dollars for a small side of gravy was a bit much and that meal was maybe like a 6-7/10. My boyfriend got a double smash and that thing was delicious and the strange bread was also good we would for sure get that again 10/10. We had a nice time and we will for sure be back to try more the bacon Apple sandwich is calling my name.
Had a really neat experience trying this spot out on a recent trip to Fresno. Food was great - we both got the smash burger and added a second patty and bacon. The tots were delicious, homemade ketchup paired perfectly. The burger as a double was a good size for me! Service was friendly and quick. Ambiance was unique - check out the photos for decorations. The person who joined me comes here every couple of months and said everything is delicious. Hope to try another item from the menu if in town again. Note - they had street parking and a parking lot you can pay to access across the street.
As soon as i took the first bite of my biscuits and gravy i knew i had to leave a review. This is my first time ever trying Libelula after wanting to try it for forever and i was craving somthing filling. This is so freaking good the gravy is creamy and delicious and the biscuits are soft and golden toasted. Iwill absolutely be coming back .
I came back and was pleasantly surprised by the food I tried this time around. I ordered the smash burger and it was delicious!!! I ate that thing up so quick! It was a good mix of sweet and savory. Sweet from the maple bun I believe and savory from the beef patty and melted cheese. It was chef's kiss!! It was served with a side of tater tots which were super crispy and fried to perfection. I still unfortunately do not like the house made ketchup. It tastes like marinara to me. I'm not a fan of that taste with the tots (personal preference). The service could also be improved. I understand it's one person serving, hosting, and running food but the place is on the smaller side. Not sure if having an additional server or host would help with the service. It took more than 10 minutes to get our bill and we were already finished with our food and packed up to go just waiting for the server who was busy running around trying to serve others. Overall, I'd have to say this place redeemed itself in my book. And I would say just be careful about what you order. The food options are a fusion and if you end up ordering something you don't like, you'd have a bad experience. My first time here, I didn't like what I ordered but this time around, the item I ordered was delicious. I did order a burger which in my book taste good pretty much anywhere I go. IMO, it's not that hard to mess up a burger. In the future if I come here again, I'd probably stick to the non-fusion dishes. If you haven't tried this place, I still do recommend it. It's a local joint, farm to table concept, and pretty good depending on what you get.
I've lived in Fresno my whole life and have been meaning to try Libélula forever, but I finally was able to recently, and it was fantastic! We got two chicken sandwiches, and they were packed with meat and flavor. The romesco chicken sandwich was nice and fresh, and the pickle chicken sandwich was also flavorful. We also got the chili mac and cheese (not pictured), and that was SOOO good. Would come back for that alone. As for the service--it was great! I think our server's name was Kim. She was so sweet and helpful with the menu and the wait time. In general, she was just very friendly and inviting. The restaurant itself is small but cute and very decorated. I would come back!
3 years later, service was still the same and food even better than I remembered! I love how everything has just so much heart poured into it, and you can tell the HOMEMADE vibe is taken seriously. I really appreciate this establishment!
I have been coming here since quarantine and their food is delicious every time! It's a gem in our downtown. The food changes with the seasons, so things do go away and come back. There is also a baker attached to them!
Hands down the best french toast I've ever had. I scarfed it down in 10 minutes. The service was great (quick) and appreciate the recs from the server. She would check in from time to time (so attentive!). Don't be fooled by the exterior - it may look like it's at a bad part of town, but once you walk in, you'd be shocked with the execution if their meals. I'd love to come back to try something else on their menu. It's very diverse and creative in what they can pull off (some are asian inspired).
I been wanting to try this place cus the menu looks good. First of all, parking sucks! Not only is the parking across the street, you have to pay with the meter since this place is located downtown. Parking meter takes tap now but sometimes it gives me a hard time. I had to try three times until it accepted. Had to park a lil far cus most of the closer parking was took. Walking in, we were greeted with a smile from the lady. The inside is cute, it has some old pictures of how downtown Fresno used to look., they got some art on the wall. Gave me a hipster feel to it.. we told the lady we was taking it to go and she gave us a menu. I was lowkey bummed out cus the menu pictures on Yelp looks like they had way more on their menu. We went in the morning so I'm not sure if it was a breakfast brunch menu or if that was just it.. took me a while to finally decide because I wasn't really interested in some of the stuff on that particular menu. I ended up going with the mushroom toast. The lady came to check on us and informed us they also had some specials on the board. My bf went with one of the burrito specials. I don't remember what it's called but it had cheese curds in it. Food came out nice and hot. Got home and ate. The toast for me was hard to cut into for some reason.. but the mushroom mix with the crème fraiche tasted good. The eggs were cooked perfectly. My bf enjoyed his burrito. I had a bite and thought it was good too. The service was nice but I wish I could've went in there with a more wider selection on the menu but like I said, maybe it was a breakfast brunch menu? Idk.
Got there Saturday morning at about 10:30 and had a choice of tables for 5. Nice start. Our group had two Big Dill sandwiches, a Falafel Smash Burger, and Mushroom Noods. I'm on a low sodium diet so avoided a lot on the menu, and went with the Strawberry Stuffed French Toast and had a fried egg on the side. Mine was fabulous. I didn't taste the others, but everyone loved their choices. The service was excellent, and the ambiance was a perfect funky. The bakery goods were delicious as well.
Brunch on a weekday and it was as good as I remember. They still have the korma sauce and charge $4 as a side but ngl... I'm not even mad about it. It's savory, delicious and similar to an Indian curry. I ate it with tots. I also ordered the veg Benedict. After I ate my meal, I realized I may have gotten this same order the last time I was here. Muscle memory, perhaps? Amazing both times. Service was friendly, great and fast. Bathroom has downtown homeless vibes, but I'm not even bothered with how memorable the food is. Take my money!
So glad I found this place. The food is amazing! We came in and got the Indian corn which came on the cob with cojita cheese, cilantro and lime. 4 yummy delicious corn pieces for $10. We also got the burger of the week: a fig and blue cheese burger. It was perfectly juicy with noticeably fresh ingredients. On the side we're crispy, salty, delicious tater tots with a house-made ketchup and chipotle aioli we requested. The ambiance was very relaxed and eclectic. The music was a bit on the louder side for those who prefer a more quite setting. There is a patio with umbrellas for shade on the hotter days as an alternative. Service was great! Our server was very friendly, attentive and really took the time to go over the menu favorites with us. It's also a LGBTQ+ and vegan friendly! We'll be back read more
4 years ago
I really want to like this place, but I just can't get into it like I want to. I like supporting local businesses when I can. I'm happy to see this place thrive and survive during the pandemic. It made me happy to see they now have custom (?) dragonfly tableware. The bowls and plates now reinforce their logo and branding and bring some fun energy to your meal. Luckily there wasn't a lot of people in during weekday lunch so the wait time wasn't bad. I applaud them for their good plating and creative, inventive food combinations. However, today's Spicy Thai Mac'n Cheese was a miss for me. I saw from other reviews that people love it. It could just be my preference and that's ok. I was asked it I wanted to add any protein to it and opted not to. The menu's description sounded good as is. For $15 it's already pricey for a bowl of mac and cheese in my opinion. I don't eat red meat by choice. When I received my bowl it looked like bacon bits all over it. I didn't want to make a fuss if it was. I read the menu before I ordered so I was confused when it arrived, but it was "crunchy tot bits". Presentation wise it looked great. I love curry, pasta, cheese (in moderation) and kimchi. All together, maybe not so much. "Lady Killer Kimchi" is exactly what they tried to to do to my tastebuds. I don't know if I would even call it kimchi. It was more of an interpretation to me. It was presented more as a slaw with hot sauce dressing. Too big of a bite and my tongue was getting numb. It was overpowering whatever else I was eating. The crunchy tot bits tasted like burnt crumbs. Burnt is not a flavor I like. There was an over abundance of cheese sauce to noodle ratio. Perhaps since it was supposed to have curry is why it was more liquid. Speaking of curry, that wasn't a takeaway I would have gotten from the dish. To be honest, I forgot about the curry until later. Like another reviewer said, it was overall kind of sour. I would not order this again. I still think their food is overpriced for what you get. They do make good tater tots though. read more
1 year ago
Stumbled upon this gem when I was looking for some lunch after jury duty. It's in a interesting location but once you find it you'll see patio seating outside. The establishment isn't big but has seatings from 2 people to 5-6 people per table. Love how eclectic the wall is. I ordered the Big A$$ burrito which I'm so happy I did. This burrito is no ordinary burrito, no no it's your burrito 2.0. I absolutely loved it! So compliments to the chef. The burrito has tator tots, mushroom, cauliflower, cheese, and many more elements in it. Every bite was like a new surprise. It's definitely a hardy breakfast burrito and it's so good. It comes with a side of their in house made tomato sauce that was AMAZING and sriracha. It paired with the burrito very nicely, a little heat and acid. The people next to me saw how much I enjoyed it and even asked me what I ordered. It's gonna be hard for me to order anything else there. The staff was sweet and attentive to me. I was checked up on a few times. I cannot wait to bring my husband here, food is best when enjoyed together with people you love! read more
2 years ago
Came on a Sunday for brunch. Parking is in the parking lot across the street. The restaurant has 2 doors next to each other other, most customers weren't sure which door to enter which was funny to watch. Restaurant building is pretty old, it was hot 100 degree F, AC was not great, ceiling was high and no fan or ac to help so recommend coming at night or NOT in summer. The place was unique with color and culture: day of the Dead, dragon flys, random decor which gave it character. Service was normal, one server/host and food came out at a normal pace. All of the food was delicious and unique. Never had Thai curry in a tator tot sauce, good kick with spice with the egg. Tots were cooked just right, crunchy on outside and soft on inside. Next time I prefer the sauce on the side. Mac n cheese had habanero and truffle, it was ok. Ube French toast was interesting with coconut shreds and shaved nuts. Was not dry or over cooked. Just right. I'm not a coconut person so it'll be good for u if u like that. I did not get to taste to the burger or tacos but let's just say we finish it so it was that good. Lost a star for no ventilation in the restaurant to really enjoy the mesl and experience. read more
1/07/22 Getting breakfast for tomorrow. Veggie Benedict ordered. Avocado added. Bread Pudding French Toast ordered to go with it. A double. The worker was kind and said it would be ready in 15 minutes. I went in to get it. Cute, little restaurant. Funky & cool. Safe and clean. The worker was very nice. Paid for the order and she went to check on it. Brought it out shortly later. The worker was great and wished a good day! Happy Sunday everyone! Breakfast split. My half of the Veggie Benedict was Great! Tasty veggies with the egg and avocado! Great Hollandaise sauce! FLAVORFUL! Love the mushrooms too! The French toast bread pudding was the best! DELICIOUS! Thick pieces of French toast and the bread pudding sauce was fantastic! Nice topping too! Flavorful! Really Great breakfast! I'm sure mother will enjoy her half when she wakes up to have it. Great service too! Highly recommended! read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Location- In downtown, next to The Crest Theater. I live in Tower so I love that this place is close by my house. It has been on my bookmarks for awhile and I really want to try the brunch here. Atmosphere- Quaint, mom and pop type, quirky which matches the owners' personalities, random art pieces, a little cold during the winter, icecream parlor chairs, retro style tables and booths. Definitely different from the industrial and farmhouse architecture Service- Great! Food- I got their special meatloaf burger which comes with tater tots and housemade ketchup. I finished every bite. I want to try their cinnamon rolls. The bread was so good. I wasn't sure what to expect, but the meatloaf burger is literally what you think it is, a delicious meatloaf as a burger. Ketchup is house made. I would like to return to try brunch and their cinnamon rolls. Price- Most of the items were under $20, not cheap, but not crazy expensive. You get what you pay for. read more
3 years ago
Delicious food depending what you get! A little pricey. I loved the curry chicken tacos 5/5! The brussel sprouts were good too, just a little creamy for me since I prefer crispier brussels. The waiter did take a while getting to us. We arrived before the other two parties so I'm not sure if she had forgotten about us or something, but it took a while to finally order then get our food. That was the only con, waiting so much. She seemed friendly though. read more
The food was delicious I was really impressed by the amount of food given especially for the price. Our server with the pink hair was sweet and kept checking on us to make sure if we needed anything. The atmosphere is a vibe that's for sure it's definitely not for everyone. It's super old skool with the bench's from old diners. I do wish there were more drinks that were offered it's a very small menu which helps when choosing something they do have gluten free options available as well if you're a vegetarian or vegan. I will be going back that's for sure. Up next is trying out the bakery they have going on in the morning. read more
3 years ago
We stopped here for lunch on a road trip based on Yelp reviews. It was delicious! The crispy chicken sandwich was perfect, the mushroom tacos featured housemade sauces and corn tortillas. Plenty of vegan options. This is a must visit when hungry in Fresno! read more
3 years ago
I was talking to my sister on the phone and she said one of her friends recommended this place for lunch. It was this past Saturday and they had a sign up they were closing at 1:30pm. It was a little past 1pm when we arrived but they assured us it was not a problem. My girlfriend and I split the Libelula Burger because we had been appetizer hopping around the city prior to coming in for lunch. The burger was HUGE! It was perfectley cooked medium which I appreciated oh so much! Everything on the burger tasted so fresh even down to the roll. The ambiance and decor that this place had was so freaking unique. I loved it!! I wanted to purchase some off the wall but didn't think that was a thing haha. Oh, and when your done eating, go next door! They have a little bakery connected!! read more
For drinks we ordered the non alcoholic specialty drink which I believe was a strawberry spritz and I liked it because it was not too sweet and very refreshing! For brunch we had the veggie polenta and the eggs Benedict with pork. The veggie polenta was easily the highlight of our visit as the polenta was flavorful and went well with the vegetables on the side. The pork in the eggs Benedict was cooked perfectly and the eggs were poached to my liking as well. Service was great even though it was busy that day and we were able to get some to go boxes as well for whatever we didn't finish. I loved the decorations nd set up of the whole place! It was very retro and there was so much artwork on the walls to look at. There's also a bakery right next door too to check out after eating here! Would definitely go again to try other items on the menu! read more
Adding a star because I've witnessed improvements. With COVID they have now implemented outdoor seating which they should've done from the get go. We were seated promptly and service was so much faster than before ! Last time I waited an eternity for my food. Today it came out quickly. The burger was better than anticipated. A burger is a burger but it was high quality meat and cheese that really stood out for me. In addition to that, the burger was comprised of homemade Dijon spread and crunchy pickles on a brioche bun....yum! It wasn't greasy at all. The tots were so fresh and crispy. The homemade ketchup is unique -kind of a curry taste to it. I like it, but I would still prefer regular ketchup. We asked for ranch and the server stated they do not offer that. The chicken biscuit was good. The chicken was juicy and crisp without being burnt however, the dish was quite heavy and too greasy for my liking. I would probably skip it next time. Menu is hit or miss for me but the burger and prompt service will warrant another visit in the future. read more
2 years ago
Libelula is my new favorite restaurant. I would eat here every day, if I could. I've picked up desserts to go a couple times - a few creative beignets and banana bread, which were good. Then a few weeks ago, a friend and I came for lunch. It's COVID-19 days, so right now (August 2020), it's patio-only. Fortunately for Libelula, they have a good amount of sidewalk space in front of their door, so it works for them - they're able to fit around six tables. They aren't doing reservations so you check in when you arrive. We arrived around 12:30 and all tables were full, we waited around 20 minutes which was long but we just chatted and food-watched lol Despite the wait - it's not food to be rushed through - service was great. We were checked in on several times and request for extra napkins were quickly brought out. I wanted to get the biscuit or the chicken sandwich because they looked delicious on other people's plates. But, we both ordered the charred corn ravioli. Normally I would not order pasta but it's handmade and I didn't want to be jealous of her plate. IT WAS DELICIOUS, no regrets whatsoever. There was a parmesan crisp at the top which was pretty but functional - a bite of parm chip with a bite of ravioli was divine. Also, there was a wedge of lime, which I thought was odd. But I squeezed a bit onto a corner of my plate and it was good! The citrus cut through the rich sauce - the little wedge was enough for just a spritz throughout the plate. This chef is kind of a genius. We also ordered the cruffin (cross between croissant and muffin) stuffed with sweet mascarpone and sitting in a beautiful pink chocolate - a piece of art, really. And soooo yummy. Yesterday we came for breakfast. They have their full menu all day. I loveee that. I ordered the parm crusted bacon lettuce and pluot sandwich with tots and homemade catsup. That catsup is everything - my whole review could be on it - it's got a bit of sweetness, but there's an umami-ness that comes through and it's thicker than store bought, but is not a negative while eating with the tots. Chef, please bottle your catsup! My sammy was delicious but I only ate half of it because dessert. They had cruffins again but filled with strawberry and ricotta cream dipped in dark chocolate and sitting on a literal hand drawn tree in chocolate. There were little currants dotted around the tree. A bite of cruffin with a currant was heaven. Yes, you need to try it, you really do. Oh and the house waters! Every day they make a different "water." Yesterday was stone fruit and basil - refreshing and not too sweet. I always drink plain water because drinks are too sweet, but these are just perfect. (I've taken them to go and added gin later. Oh, yes.) I hope I get to get through Libelula's creative menu - I don't see how when they have such tempting daily specials. I love that every single thing on the plate is thoughtfully placed and adds to the plate, not a decoration. Please, please, I hope everyone tries Libelula and they thrive for many years. read more
1 year ago
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3 years ago
The menu was definitely unique, but I chose this sandwich to try. It was good but it definitely could use more of a tangy sweet flavor to it. The tater tots were really good!!! Overall not a bad place just a very different menu and very spicy. My bf got the breakfast burrito and I nearly cried at how spicy it was, but I'm a baby when it comes to spice. I will definitely come back and try something different. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
Coming home from Yosemite, we decided to stop here to eat. I am so glad that we did. Being mostly vegan, there were a ton of options for me to eat. The staff and ambience was great. The location is a bit odd but worth the stop and the sit down. We shared the fried green tomatoes (which are hard to find and when you do they're usually not good) Not in this case. They were absolutely fantastic! I ended up ordering the vegan Benny but I swapped out the English muffin for the homemade buttermilk biscuit. It was so incredible that I want to stop and eat there any and every time that we drive through. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
This place has amazing flavor profile. The Curry Tacos and Bulgogi Mushroom Tacos are to die for. Flavor pops with every bite. I also love their refresco fruit drinks! It's slightly difficult to get into this place and park, but worth the effort for the unique food! read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
My absolute favorite breakfast location in Fresno. I usually order either the Eggs Benedict with pork or Chicken and Biscuits. Even the catsup is house made, so try the deep fried tater tots! (I'm not a catsup person but I do enjoy theirs) I especially like that everything is fresh and local. The cinnamon rolls are huge, so plan on splitting one with a group of friends and remember to order the aqua fesqua with your food. Once you see the menu, you'll be back to try as many delicious dishes as you can! read more
2 years ago
Awesome little spot we decided to try . We got the kimchi chicken sandwich is was delicious my husband and I shared it. Taters we're so crispy also. My girls shared the Mac and cheese it was a good size portion also. We will definitely come back to try something different. read more
5 years ago
Super cute, super unique. Everything on the menu looked delicious (including the Vegetarian & Vegan menu). Not to mention the baked goods. (Which btw they're in the process of building a bakery which will be located inside as well). We came for brunch, was our first time here... we tried the Saucy tatter tots with (choice of sauce), ours had country gravy which came with an egg on top. It was delicious, loved he country gravy (had a really good flavor). I asked for extra gravy (for an extra charge) but by the time it came out we were done eating (kinda bummed about that as there was no communication from the server about it taking so long, had I known, I wouldn't of asked for it) but since I paid for it I took that delicious stuff home to put on something else later. We also tried the Eggs Benedict which came with oven roasted pork, and said it came with roasted garlic hollandaise sauce. The hollandaise sauce was more like an aioli type sauce consistency and had a very vinegary taste and tasted more like a tabasco flavor (yuck) and the pork was kinda cold... I don't know if it was supposed to be that way but with that being said, that menu item we didn't care for. However, I am looking forward to coming back and trying different things on the menu, especially the bread pudding French toast made out of cinnamon rolls. (YUM)! And I can't wait for the bakery to open... overall totally loved the place! Unique and felt like down home cooked food. read more
4 years ago
The bathroom is the only bad news about this place. The decor is random & cheap but interesting enough. All that aside the food is down right amazing! It was a little sketch walking up to, (neighborhood) but you would be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't support this place. Unique flavors, good portions and fun food ! read more
I was so excited to finally try this place! They have a really interesting menu with lots of favorites and some twists on classics. You can tell this is a passion project. Many of the items on the menu can be made vegetarian or vegan and it's all clearly marked on the menu. I came by with Steph Y who was visiting town and we nabbed a seat outside in the sunshine. We decided to split two plates - the mushroom toast and the lamb sliders. The mushroom toast was delicious, nice crisp sourdough with perfectly cooked mushrooms and a nice truffle gravy. It was lightened a little by some herbs and topped off with a fried egg. Perfect breakfast. It's the kind of thing I'd make at home if I weren't so lazy, so I'd definitely return for that. We also shared the lamb sliders, which come with a side of hot and crispy tots. The sliders were pretty good but quite small, especially for the price. The lamb was tender and delicious, I wanted more of it. The bun is very sweet, verging on overpowering for me to be honest. I liked the sauce they put on there though. Very cool spot and I'm looking forward to trying more! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
One of the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants I've ever been to! Their service was phenomenal and food was even better!Their fresh made biscuit paired great with their fried chicken. Parking is limited around them and is either metered or paid parking. read more
4 years ago
I want to love this place but just don't. The food is ok, the service leaves a lot to be desired and the prices are a bit steep. I've tried their Thai Mac n Cheese, mushroom sliders and Big Dill Chicken Sandwich. The only dish that was good enough to reorder was the Thai Mac n Cheese. The mushroom and chicken sandwiches were unremarkable and I would not order them again. On my most recent visit, we were served drinks promptly but then had to wait almost 20 mins for our food. I don't mind waiting for quality food but it was not hot or fresh when it arrived at the table. I've never received fresh, hot food from this restaurant. The food is typically lukewarm. The server was fine in that she did the bare minimum but was not friendly or welcoming. read more
I've been looking forward to trying Libelula. They did not disappoint. I had a excellent brunch. I had the most amazing mushroom toast. I added bacon. It was soooo good. Their burgers looked delicious. Definitely going to have to try one next time. The waitress was very friendly and helpful. Definitely a great place to get locally sourced food. read more
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What time do they open up on a Friday, and do we need a Rez for lunch?
I'm not sure about open time but I've never had a reservation and always been seated quickly.
Do you sell gift cards on line?
Is this restaurant enforcing mandatory masks for customers and employees?
Yes. Employees and Customers
Do they serve breakfast all day?
They have one menu + specials available all day, which includes their benedicts and French toast.
How bad was the rain/water damage? And when will they be opening up again?
They're already back open:) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByDiw_FgZzo/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
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