Cafe Alfresco

Service always excellent.Vegetable curry was very tasty but spicier than I remember. Take-out menu is more up-to-date than the IPAD menu. Take-out menu specifies pineapple chutney (which I was served) whereas IPAD specifies mango chutney.Cheesecake was very tasty but a dense texture.

A Culinary Misadventure; like Pizza by Alfredo"As someone who has lived nearby for seven years, I finally decided to venture into Cafe Alfresco, which, I must say, felt more like a trip to "Pizza by Alfredo" than "Alfredo's Pizza Cafe" in Scranton. It felt like a pop up restaurant by Michael Scott were he start a sentence and didn't know where it was going, hoping he would just find it along the way.Upon entering, I was greeted by a delightful host staff whose warm smile reminded me of Pam's pleasant demeanor at the front desk. However, that's where the charm ended. The atmosphere was thick with smoke from the fryers, reminiscent of the infamous fire drill office episode, except there was no Dwight to save us. Instead, I was left pondering how a restaurant in such a prime location could deliver food that felt more like it belonged in an extended care facility than on a vibrant city street.I ordered the sesame salmon, only to find it cooked so long that it was tougher than chicken--an unfortunate twist that would make even Kevin's famous chili look appealing. The vegetables on the side tasted suspiciously like they had been pulled from the depths of a can or frozen and hastily steamed, devoid of any intention or care. Each dish we ordered seemed to be prepared without any real thought, almost as if the cook/chef channeled Toby's apathy toward everything.In the wise words of Michael Scott (Wayne Gretzky), "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take," and I certainly missed the shot on this one. It's a shame, as the wait staff truly tried their best, embodying the spirit of teamwork that is so often celebrated in the office, yet their efforts were overshadowed by the culinary catastrophe that unfolded on our plates.In conclusion, despite the friendly service, the food at Cafe Alfresco, left much to be desired. It was a lackluster experience left me wishing I'd opted to the pizza takeaway down the street instead. So, take my advice: save your appetite and your money. As Michael wisely said, "You have no idea how high I can fly." Unfortunately, this restaurant stayed firmly planted on the ground.

We stopped by Cafe Alfresco today for lunch and it was a lovely experience. Walking in, we were warmly greeted and offered our choice of seating. The entire staff was friendly and I could definitely tell that this is a place that is big with the locals because of the interactions I witnessed. The inside of the restaurant was clean and a great place to sit and people watch with great views of the street. Our meal was prepared quickly, accurately and was delicious. Our server Shyanne took really great care of us. Fun fact, this is the first restaurant we've ever eaten at that has an electronic menu, it was a tablet that had the menu and all of the items had pictures. Very cool and easy to use. My only regret is that I didn't have room for dessert because there was a cooler full of beautiful looking desserts and the chocolate mousse was really calling to me, along with a few other items. If you're in Dunedin, I'd recommend Cafe Alfresco. We really enjoyed our meal and will be back.

Food is always devine. Service is top notch, Cooper was at the bar today and she is always on her game. Aesthetics better than most. Returning back to the office.

This place was good but in hindsight, I wish I had done more research before settling on a place for lunch in Downtown Dunedin.My wife and I walked in to Cafe Alfresco a little after noon. We were welcomed and seated in their indoor patio area. Lots of natural light, cool and comfy. It was nice for a lunch.I was looking for a light a refreshing lunch. I wanted the grouper sandwich. Unfortunately, they were sold out of grouper at 12:30pm for the day. Not ideal. I settled for a burger. My wife got the Cuban. We got the feta alfresco for an appetizer.Their culinary inspirations come from the world. You'll see a good amount of Italian offerings, seafood, some Greek, Asian and even French inclusions. Think escargot and chicken parm with potstickers and some hummus.The burger was cooked as I asked and was tasty, quality meat. Just not what I was in the mood for. The Cuban my wife got was tasty and solid. Well equipped with the traditional toppings. The feta alfresco was the standout here. Deep fried feta cheese. A unique and we'd say, better take on the mozzarella stick. We enjoyed our little lunch in Dunedin but with all the other options, we wouldn't come back here. If you're looking for a casual, laid back lunch, check this place out.

Well, going to the craft fair in Dunedin and we happen to stop in this lovely restaurant. Of course there was a grumpy man at the door, which just added to the ambience. The food was incredible. We both had the Greek salad with the salmon on top which was delicious and the raspberry tea, which was amazing. this place is quite lovely and I definitely want to come back. Our server was very efficient and friendly.

We've walked past here mid-day, and tonight we found out why. We were seated right away on a Tuesday night and got in our drink orders. They came out quickly and we out in our food orders. Drink prices are very reasonable, and they have a good wine selection and a full bar. Rolls are offered, and come out hot and fresh. For dinner? My wife got the Bean Soup. It had big chunks of potato, along with the beans and other veggies. A bowl was a good meal for her. I got the Chicken Piccata. It was delicious! Creamy lemon caper sauce with nicely pan fried chicken and a heap of pasta. There is indoor and outdoor seating, and if you're indoors there is a lot of glass to see the trail and street. Service by Dan was great as well!

Relaxing time with a friend enjoying a meal. Nice open space. We ate outside as the weather was nice. The atmosphere is inviting & refreshing. The server was very attentive & patient with us as we decided on our order. Great place to enjoy delicious food whilst looking out over downtown Dunedin. This place serves a lot of local favorites and is always a great place to experience Dunedin! Go sit & enjoy, you won't be disappointed!

Love this place! The food quality, presentation, service, portion sizes, and cleanliness are all top-notch--I'd give it six stars if I could. You actually have portions where you get full and even have enough for next days lunch. It's the kind of place where you not only leave a generous tip but feel compelled to write a note of appreciation on the receipt, hoping management sees it.Cafe Alfresco, don't change a thing. I truly appreciate that you're not cutting corners during these tough times, unlike many other restaurants. Your commitment to quality shines through in every meal. I love going to a great restaurant and not feeling like I was just shortchanged. Thank you!

Stayed in Clearwater for a month and this was or favorite restaurant in the area.Staff and food are excellent. Relaxed atmosphere.