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Reviewed 3 June 2019

I was looking for a healthy breakfast post-workout (awesome peloton ride!!). The menu options were incredible - fresh, tasty and beautifully presented! I went for the homemade yogurt with chia seeds. Only strange part of my visit was the wait to be seated, even though...there were 4+ staff members standing around the host desk and several open tables. Then I was seated at a wobbly table and the server asked why I was seated at a table that needed to be fixed. Odd. I would have gladly come back for lunch, but was worried that it would take too long.More

Date of visit: June 2019
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Reviewed 6 January 2019

The food was mediocre for the cost. I generally like the food at Terrenea, but Solviva disappointed. It was a (REALLY) small serving for a ton of money. I don't mind paying for food, but my expectation then is to have a nice sized portion...with a lot of favor. That was not my experience.More

Date of visit: January 2019
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Reviewed 27 November 2018

If you're at the spa, this is the place to eat, the staff are friendly the food and drinks are good as well and who doesn't love a seaside pool setting after a day of relaxing at the spa? We shared the chips, salsa and...guacamole and the server was happy to replenish the chips when they ran out before the salsa and guacamole. We enjoyed prosecco and one person had a margarita (so they do have a bar but I don't know if it's limited or not). If you are taking the time to go to the spa, make sure you make some time to enjoy the spa cafe (and the pool).More

Date of visit: November 2018
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Reviewed 13 May 2018

We stopped in for a quick bite during our spa day. Ordered the green crunch salad with shrimp and seared scallops. Both dishes were super tasty and perfect size for a light lunch. Both the scallops and shrimp were perfectly cooked. We also were served...complimentary champagne (b/c we were on our honeymoon) and honestly, I preferred their house champagne to the $120 bottle we bought upon arrival. Haha - personal preferences =) This place is good for a healthy, feel good, tasty lunch. Reasonably priced for a spa.More

Date of visit: May 2018
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Reviewed 4 March 2018

Anything in or around this wonderful spa would be perfect. We spent our day getting treatments, sitting on lounge chairs overlooking the Pacific and having lunch served outside. The food is simple, and healthy. You are at a spa, it should be.

Date of visit: March 2018
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Reviewed 30 January 2018

The atmosphere of the Spa Café is quiet, spa-relaxing with indoor seating, including a small bar. The outdoor space is the real focus of the café, a mixed variety of comfy seating types surrounding a beautiful spa pool with great views of the Pacific. A...sign indicates the spa pool is only for spa guests, but we understood that the café serves any walk-in visitor. We ate here three time including indoors table, outdoors table, and poolside, both as a spa guest poolside (fantastic spa facilities) and as a walk-in visitor. The service inside and outside is a small team of hospitality staff who seemed overly busy, usually attentive and efficient, sometimes forgetful, and at least once dismissive—service was really hit or miss. The bagel ‘n’ lox was a generous pile of salmon on a perfectly toasted bagel but lathered with way too much lox (that quantity of lox should have been served on the side). The guacamole and salsa with chips was very fresh and generous—best dish we ate there. The fruit and cheese plate was generous and very good with lots of tastes, but the cheese was served in way-too-large blocks (difficult for plastic utensils) and there were only two cheeses, not three as advertised. All the fruits were great quality. The spa cocktails were good but light on the pour, and the beer was not chilled well. The use of paper plates/bowls, plastic utensils, and plastic cups were not appropriate for the quality of the spa and for the food/drink expectations of a luxury resort. I’d rate the value as low; the prices are too high for the quality of the presentation and service. Overall, the quality of the service, food, and presentation do not match the quality of this exceptional spa and resort; I’d really love to see the Spa Café elevated and believe it could be with an eye on extending the normal Terranea excellence into this café offering.More

Date of visit: January 2018
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Reviewed 12 September 2017

Limited seating and the food choices were limited. Expensive for what we got and everything was served properly except we had to use plastic cutlery?!

Date of visit: September 2017
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Reviewed 4 September 2017

Love this cafe as you enjoy the private pool area after visiting the spa. The menu is somewhat limited but the food is very fresh and good.

Date of visit: September 2017
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Reviewed 3 August 2017

Well we stopped at the Spa Cafe after our walk....just so thirsty....and in the need of a refreshing, cold drink to get hydrated. The healthy hydration smoothie fit the bill...we relaxed in the small but comfortable Cafe while watching the swimming pool folks....then took a...tour of the exercise facilities....top notch. Staff at the Cafe were all smiles as they took our order....and made our smoothies....very pleasant and comfortable and the smoothie....delishMore

Date of visit: July 2017
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Reviewed 14 May 2017 via mobile

Finally a resort who understands people! They offer everything healthy people want in a luxury resort...spa, clean rooms with luxurious linens and amenities, onsite dining, exercise classes and most importantly...fresh juices and smoothies. I enjoyed a wheatgrass shot every morning!!! Was wonderful!

Date of visit: May 2017
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Reviewed 15 April 2017 via mobile

My wife went for an early morning swim and unbeknownst to me she ordered a coffee at the spa cafe. 20 mins later I went to the cafe to order a coffee - the service was so bad I left. Back in our room at...the Terranea - my wife's comment was, "wow, that girl at the coffee bar was the surliest server I have ever met! Maybe she was just having a bad day!!" The coffee sure was good though.More

Date of visit: April 2017
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Reviewed 23 February 2017 via mobile

I had a lovely roasted salmon over some grain here. And a glass of wine! Not what I expected. Stunning views outside.

Date of visit: February 2017
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Reviewed 15 November 2016

We enjoyed a light lunch near the pool as guests at The Spa. They have a nice selection of healthy salads, sandwiches and smoothies. There are tables inside and out, or you can be served poolside.

Date of visit: October 2016
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Reviewed 20 September 2016

I tasted the smoothies and the mimosa. I received a drink with my spa treatments which I enjoyed at the cafe. Very good service with healthy options.

Date of visit: September 2016
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Reviewed 5 September 2016

Had lunch here during my full spa day at the resort, and enjoyed it so much I went back the next day. They have salads, sandwiches, smoothies, and appetizers. A great menu for a spa café, and something for everyone. The first day I had...the hummus platter with pita, olives, and artichokes, it was fresh and tasty. The second day I had the chicken wrap and it was absolutely delicious. The waiter had recommended it and I really enjoyed it. The service was attentive and friendly, and you can either sit inside in the air conditioning or they have an outside patio that overlooks the pool but is private as well, that's where I ate and it was great. Highly recommend for a fresh, tasty lunch.More

Date of visit: July 2016
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