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    Spa Cafe

    4.5 (15 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Salad
    Closed 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    SPA CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Crab and avocado tower

    Such a fantastic spot. We had the crab and avocado tower, tuna sandwich and a sauv blanc from NZ. Food was exceptional. Portions were generous (mostly crab/tuna, minimal filler and no mayo - what a concept) and very reasonably priced - $28 for the crab tower. Would definitely recommend. Lovely grounds and atmosphere. The service is slow to order, but timely once ordered.

    If you love seafood this is it! Look no further!
    Irene D.

    Food was delicious but the service could have been better. But Janelle came to the rescue and was super sweet and met our needs! The crab tartar was amazing!!!! Definitely a must try after such a relaxing massage. FYI if you want a deep tissue massage I highly recommend Brian.

    Mango Quinoa Lettuce Cups
    Yolanda G.

    Relaxing and beautiful. You are seated right next to the courtyard of the spa. The service was great. The food was better than I expected. The mango quinoa lettuce cups were healthy and beyond fabulous! Tip make sure to have a Bellini.

    Grilled chicken lettuce wraps (amazing) with raspberry thyme bellini and classic peach bellini in background
    Amber E.

    Beautiful setting, delicious food, reasonable prices for a spa cafe. The courtyard is beautifully landscaped and peaceful, with an herb garden where they grow herbs for the dishes. You can either take your lunch at tables in the courtyard right in front of the cafe, or by the pool (we opted for the latter since it was a gorgeous day) We shared the grilled chicken lettuce wrap, and it was amazing -- plenty of chicken breast, cooked perfectly, with carrots, cucumber, radish sprouts, on a big chunk of tender Bibb lettuce w/ the most amazing dressing/dipping sauce -- peanut, cilantro and ginger. I would love to get the recipe or try to replicate it. It came w/ 2 big wraps -- enough for my husband and I to share -- for just $15. They also have an assortment of bellinis -- we tried the classic w/ peach puree, the raspberry thyme (my favorite) and blood orange -- and they were all great, just $9 (as opposed to the $15 cocktails at the main splash pool). Noticed afterward that you can actually get an entire bottle of champage for $18 ($49 for Vueve Clicuot). You need to be a guest of the spa (have booked a massage or other service, or purchase a spa day pass) to eat at the Cafe, but if you're there, be sure to check it out.

    Complimentary drink and lunch

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    Sassy waitress but she is very beautiful. Kitchen staff was excellent, very fast and fresh.

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