The Garden - DeLand

Our favorite spot in the area! Clean, flavorful, wonderful food that can?t be beat. I?ve had probably 5 or 6 different soup specials (something different every time) and they have all been some of the best soups I?ve ever had. The flavors are all incredibly balanced, the atmosphere is amazing, and you can feel the warmth and passion behind the whole place.

I have been eating here on a daily basis? This place is a hole in the wall gem. The owner chef doesn?t mess around and only uses the freshest ingredient turned into stellar dishes with flavorful complexity that surprises and delights day after day. From soups to avocado toast to best grade tuna poke this place does it all perfectly!

When I first looked at the menu online, the ingredients caught my attention, but I was skeptical. Would the food taste as good as it looked? I was so wrong! Everything I've tried so far not only looks appealing but also smells divine and tastes amazing. As soon as you step inside, the enticing aromas envelop you, giving you a hint of what to expect. The menu is thoughtfully designed, and every herb and spice is used appropriately in each dish. Take the Berry Toast, for instance – all the ingredients are perfectly balanced and serve a purpose on the plate. I'm not usually a fan of cream cheese, but they applied just the right amount on the toast. Instead of overpowering the other ingredients, it enhances them, working beautifully with the chiffonade basil, which adds just the right touch of earthiness and sweetness to complement the berries and the hearty toast underneath. Well done! If you're wondering about the location based on Google directions, it’s situated in the same building as a boxing gym. You can easily spot the gym sign from the road; it’s conveniently located between an old bowling alley and O'Reilly's Auto Parts, both of which can also serve as overflow parking during lunch hours when spots may be hard to find. You’ll recognize The Garden from the road thanks to its name and the lovely plants out front. Make sure to check them out, and if you enjoy your experience, give them the support and love they truly deserve!

This is a fantastic little restaurant for breakfast and lunch. My daughters were initially skeptical, but once the food arrived at their table, they were eagerly open to coming back. It feels like having a personal chef! The owner was very accommodating, and the prices are excellent. Definitely a five-star experience!

The food was fresh, healthy, and absolutely delicious. We particularly enjoyed the turkey wrap and the cranapple salad, paired with some herbal teas.