Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Cafe offering specialty coffee, tea, desserts, smoothies, smoothie bowls. Food includes Thai bowls, Buddha bowls, bagels, soup, sandwiches, chips & guacamole, cookies, butter tarts, avocado toast, and more, some of which are clearly labeled vegan. Environmentally conscious with a focus on fresh and local ingredients. Reported to be fully vegetarian July 2024. Open Wed-Fri 7:00am-4:00pm, Sat 8:00am-4:00pm, Sun 8:00am-2:00pm. Closed Tue, Wed.
8 Reviews
First Review by meggold
Ruddegur
Points +1447
Not vegetarian - Edit
Only open weekends, we made a special visit to check out Belleville's ONLY vegetarian option.
Read moreWhile waiting for our takeaway I was told they are about "95% vegetarian" and do "charcuterie boards and other things" that aren't vegetarian.
The food we got was simple and portioned small; maybe overpriced for what you actually get.
The coffee I had was very nice.
They also explained they were selling the restaurant and therefore Tropical Blend will be under new management soon.
Hopefully the new owners can confirm if they go 100% veg (or maybe vegan!).
Guest
graindefolie
Points +105
Need to update their schedule. - Edit
Closed during the week, schedule not updated. Made an 2 hours detour for nothing
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-08
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nataliac@me.com
Points +117
Great food - Edit
I had the avocado toast and green smoothy. They were both delicious. The only criticism is that the avocado toast had too much salt and the meal was pricy.
Read morePros: Tasty, Healthy , Clean and fresh looking
Cons: Too much salt, Pricey
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bacciogelato
Points +63
Unique cafe - Edit
Lots of smoothies, coffee/tea/chocolate options. Light menu. Had the vegan Thai noodle bowl - lots of fresh, crisp veg! Others had the grilled cheese and butternut squash soup, all very good.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-03-18
Pros: Vegan options, Plenty of vegetarian options, Tasty food and friendly, knowledgeable staff
Cons: Limited seating
Guest
quinnisthebest
Points +16
Friendly staff, great service - Edit
Visiting this fine establishment made my day! It started off by smiling faces greeting me as I walked in, helping me get settled and choose what I wanted. They recommended items based of my likes and dislikes and I only had to wait a maximum of a couple minutes for my multiple orders to be made. The food was given, and I was amazed by the deliciousness of the food! The service, food, atmosphere, and everything in between made this an incredible visit. If you are around, I cannot recommend this place enough!
Read morePros: Service, Food, Atmosphere
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JulieRuston
Points +130
CUUUUTE Cafe with lots of vgn options - Edit
I got a green smoothie and a london fog to go.
Read moreWish I could have stayed as the seating was super cute and the staff was fun.
Also picked up a local hummus.
Go support this place, they have a beachy vibe and just opened this year.
Pros: Lots of vgn options, Great staff, Open Mondays
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riiipekiwiii
Points +13
Great atmosphere, not great service - Edit
Popped in to Tropical Blends on a hot day excited to check it out. We had already had our breakfast which consisted of a smoothie, so just went in to get a nice cold espresso drink.
Read moreWe ordered an iced matcha latte and an iced latte. There was 3 staff out front, and two in the side room. Our drinks took over 10 minutes to make. Staff just standing around while a man made smoothies.
It’s extremely crowded in the front space where you wait for drinks. People who came in after us received their smoothies, twice. The matcha was not iced, and the iced coffee was weak. As someone who worked as a barista in a busy spot— it takes all of maybe two minutes to make two iced drinks; even in training.
First impression was not great. However, I will go back to get a smoothie and some food and give it another shot.
Pros: Beautiful inside , Loved the plants
Cons: Crowded space , Not fast service when not busy
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meggold
Points +478
Great find! - Edit
The restaurant is bright and welcoming. The staff are lovely. And the food is incredible. The avocado toast may have been the best I’ve ever had. And my smithy was delicious. Thank you, Emily!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Friendly staff , Fun environment
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