Cafe Chocolade

An absolutely amazing little gem, unlike most any other place around. It is small, and run by the chef. It features a constantly changing menu, and the chef grows a lot of his produce.The first look pulling up may seem a bit odd, but the scene inside is a food lovers paradise. He has an assortment of homemade products for sale, noodles, condiments, pickled veggies, and incredible desserts.I got the baked salmon in a pomegranate sauce and fried avocados. Both were excellent. That was the first time I've had fried avocado, they are lightly battered and sautéed,.so delicate and on an amazing spicy peanut paste for flavor.The inside of it is tiny, the open hours are short, but it is big on flavor and character. Highly recommend!

We found this amazing little gem that offers gluten free, dairy free baked goods. We had different flavors of the macarons, a biscotti, cream cheese browne and a cookie with coffee. The flavors were out of this world. It's very hard to find a decent gluten-free café. However. This place rocked it. It had a nice atmosphere and cute place to sit to enjoy the food.

Let me start this review with honesty. I wasn't impressed at first after having so many great expectations for this place due to being mostly vegan/vegetarian plus it is gluten-free and especially after researching the reviews of the food and not the reviews of the owner. So upon entering I thought what a cute place. I then walked to the cooler and grabbed a couple waters from the cooler excited to browse the menu.I then asked the owner a couple normal menu questions and like most people said in the reviews he was awkwardly rude and very unwelcoming to a couple new faces. I was kinda shocked but I hadn't read about him until after we sat down and was trying to decide what to eat. I then started reading reviews about the owner while deciding on what we wanted to eat. He definitely lived up to the words in all his reviews in all ways discussed. To be honest if not for my date I would have said something and then just left.Then after we sat down and drank our bottles of water we decided to move over to the other side of the building where the windows, couch, table and chairs are.He then approached us and asked what we'd like to order. I ordered the grilled cheese and my date ordered the salmon and salad. This is when everything changed drastically and started to make better sense with the help of my date who is European and has traveled the world ten times over.She spoke to him about the world in a brief conversation and we came to find out he was traveled as well during his time training to be a chef and even as a chef. I understand not everyone is the friendliest as I myself can come across that way at times. Needless to say, he became more friendly upon speaking more to him and then the food came.This is when he went from me giving him two stars to five. The grilled cheese was so good that words themselves can't explain it. So inviting to look at and very appeasing to all the senses. It tasted like what heaven would be like on a plate. I was speechless. I didn't even want to finish it because I wanted to savor every bite.The salmon my date ordered was cooked perfect and the flavor was off the charts. The salad was very well prepared. The lettuce, vegetables, nuts and fruit on it were all very fresh. The dressing was just the right flavor for it to. It was like an orchestra in your mouth. Yeah, that good!We finished with some deserts. I got the gluten-free vegan chocolate cupcake with amazing icing that tasted like butter and my date got a gluten-free pecan tarte that was to die for.So listen. Is the owner friendly upon meeting him for the first time, No! Is he really a nice and genuine person, Yes! We all have a story and this guy deserves much more respect than most peoples comments say about him. If you can try to understand him and focus on the food and service first, this place is probably one of the best cafes in the United States.James, thank you for the delicious food. You're an amazing chef. I'll be sure to stop in the next time I am in the area.

Mind blown . I had Chanterelle avocado toast , salted caramel tart and savory turnover all were absolutely perfect. There are lots of vegan options and having all GF choices was exciting. .The quality of the ingredients were so evident as well as the attention to detail . All the beautifully displayed deserts made it hard to chose so I must return! I will definitely always come here when in Pittsburgh .

Fresh roasted coffee & made from scratch European pastries. Great breakfast or lunch spot!

Some of the best vegan & gluten-free desserts I've ever had. You really can't tell that they're any different than anything you'd get at a regular bakery. Although it is a little pricey (almost $7 for a piece of cake), it is nice to try once or twice. They have lunch food as well. I originally went there to get their fried avocado slices, which are amazing, but the owner said they were out of avocados for the day. They do have a couple places to sit and eat but I imagine this is mostly a takeout cafe. There isn't a whole lot of parking in the front so you kind of have to make your own parking space. I have a couple of vegan friends that I recommended this place to and they tried it and loved it. Give it a try if you're in the area.

I never knew about this place until I researched Gluten-free options in the Robinson area. It's a bit off the beaten path, but so worth the drive just a few minutes from Settlers Ridge in Robinson. It's a tiny spot, but very cute with some indoor and outdoor seating to eat there. I was more interested in their GF baked goods and let me say that the macaroons did not disappoint!! Chocolate, Raspberry, Chocolate Pistachio and Vanilla; I don't think it's possible to pick a favorite since they were all so good! I couldn't even tell the difference of them being GF. The owner is a quiet and soft spoken man, but very polite and nice. It was busy this afternoon, which is so nice to see patrons supporting a small, local business like this one. I can't wait to go back and try his weekly changing food (lunch) menu. Hello, he is serving avocado fries this week?!

One of the things I enjoy is promoting small businesses and Cafe Chocolade is no exception. I met the owner and chef James who explained to me that everything here is gluten free. They even have a few vegan items available that are gluten free as well.There is a grab and go for pastas, donuts, quiches, etc, and a small sit down dining area. Beverages are also available in an adjoining refrigerator. I learned that Sat. brunch has now been added to the menu. Breads are available as well as I noted on the menu. I believe advance notice is required if ordering the breads.I was eyeing a vegan donut that reminded me of a Whoopie pie. James told me how to prepare it and while we were chatting I decided to eat it in house. He prepared it and put it on a dish with a fork and asked if I needed anything. I was good with what he had given me. I'm a sucker for chocolate and this donut was literally to die for! Even though it had a cream style filling between the two halves it was not too filling. I took the vegan quiche home with me to heat up on my own. I'm sure I won't be disappointed. Coffee is available which I plan to try. He told me it comes from Ohio. I liked the fact that everything is made fresh in house. Did I forget to mention the homemade candy? Got to have some next time I come here. Small macaroons are available as well. I looked over the menus and am looking forward to a return trip here so I can enjoy a sit down meal.This is an easy drive if you are in the Robinson Twp area. Take the Rt 22-30 W off the parkway and then take the first exit that leads to Steubenville Pike. You aren't that far from Robinson Town Center or the restaurants nearby. James was very informative and helpful. A great place for gluten free and vegan dining or if you want to just try it out for yourself. I'll most certainly be back!

We were in Robinson for an appointment and decided to get coffee. I like supporting small/local businesses. Before our appointment we went to oakdale to visit Cafe Chocolade. I assumed by the name it was mostly a coffee shop but it actually specialized in gluten free items such as pastries, noodles ect. The owner was, as others have mentioned, un-welcoming. He seemed to be bothered that we even showed up. The vibe in there felt awkward as a customer. My husband ordered espresso and I ordered a coffee. I asked about his shop and he just seemed pissed and annoyed at my curiosity and 2 questions. He began to make my husband's espresso and I asked for a large coffee. He said in a cold, rude tone "no you're getting a small because a large wont be any good". I'll admit the coffee was good, but he could have been nicer. While making my coffee, he spills my husbands espresso and becomes even more pissed. If the vibe was cold and unwelcoming already, it got 10 times worse.Thankfully theres a little room with seating and fireplace. I sat there to get away from the guy and his shitty attitude. I was mad and wanted to leave and take my money with me, but I assumed he was just having a bad day.. its the holidays, hes a pastry chef running a business solo.. I cut him some slack. But when I got in the car and read the 1 star Google and Yelp reviews, I 100% agreed with every single one of them. This guy needs a lesson in customer service and customer appreciation. I'm not going out of my way to return. Coffee was small but delicious and the only reason for 2 stars.

The awards on the wall are understated, and accurate.Cakes, cookies and lunch were all AMAZING. We will be making the 2 hour trip again.Here, gluten free (or most any other potential allergen free) does not mean texture and flavor free. It means love and dedication put into every product they serve.If nothing else, have a cup of great tasting coffee and take a look at some of the exceptional culinary offerings available