St John's Lively Cafe

Listen....how have y'all been keeping this place a secret!? Went today for the 1st time in 20+ years. It was super hot and muggy and the air conditioning was heavenly. Super nice ladies answered our questions and took our orders. Then you take your order card to the pay window (no cash i think) and square up. The food was deli quality. Very fresh and good portion size. Great for lunch. The room is open seating at big tables. The vibe of the room kinda reminded me of the Wakulla Springs Lodge. They also have crazy take-and-bake meals (see my pics) but you need to order ahead from what I understand. Right downtown، great experience!

I am elated that I found this gem! My experience was delightful. The crab bisque is perfection، the Cuban sandwich was probably one of the best I have ever had، and Mrs. Fran served up an Italian Cream Cake that she made from scratch! It’s worth traveling across town for، but I am lucky enough to be in walking distance from my office! An added perk is that it is located within a gorgeous church and offers courtyard seating! If you haven’t tried Lively Cafe، you are truly missing out!

What a nice find! Working downtown there 2 options both are delis. A friend filled me in with this extra option a block away، since I didn't know it was there. One look at the online menu and I was off. They have 4 rotating weekly menus and I ordered from the green menu. Pork Bahn mi sandwich with a side of red grapes. The side is included with the ridiculously low price and there are multiple options. With fresh cucumber، cilantro، daikon radish and pickled carrots this sandwich was legit. They make fresh soups and desserts of the day which I will explore on my next visits. The all volunteer staff was so friendly and the place was buzzing. It is on church grounds with stunning outdoor seating. I treated a friend and got two sandwich and side meals for the same price as one singular sandwich from the deli across the street! Do leave a nice cash tip as it goes to charity. I will continue to leave reviews for each visit. Bravo Lively Cafe، Bravo!

Lively Cafe never disappoints. They offer a nice selection of salads and sandwiches. Today I had the Santa Fe Crab Cake salad. It was delicious!

I feel like this place is a best kept secret! Cool little cafe-like spot inside the fellowship hall of St. John's church. They have a weekly، rotating menu and specials with the most delicious & unique selections. They always have a tasty vegetarian option too (even when I'm not trying to eat vegetarian). Their lively bean salad is my favorite side!