The Encounter Cafe - Iowa City
Cafe
The cafe exists to provide a p...
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The cafe exists to provide a peaceful environment to encounter and enjoy good food, coffee, espressos, new and old friends while studying and visiting.
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MON 07:00 AM - 3:00 PM
SUN | CLOSED |
MON | 07:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
TUE | 07:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
WED | 07:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
THU | 07:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
FRI | 07:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
SAT | 07:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Serves Alcohol
Paid Content
Menu
This menu was last updated on
10/12/20.
Although we have many accurate menus, they change often
and it should be assumed this menu is not 100% accurate.
If you want to be sure the dishes are still offered or confirm the prices are
correct, please call the restaurant by tapping the call button above.
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Gluten Free Vegetarian Vegan
Hot Drinks
Any drink can be made dairy free, just ask Vegetarian or Gluten Free.. Almond Milk available for any drink $1.00
12 oz. Fresh Roasted Coffee
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$2.45
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16 oz. Fresh Roasted Coffee
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$2.75
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12 oz. Cafe-au-Lait
Half coffee, half steamed milk
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$2.95
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16 oz. Cafe-au-Lait
Half coffee, half steamed milk
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$3.35
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12 oz. Americano
Double shot espresso with hot water
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$2.70
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16 oz. Americano
Double shot espresso with hot water
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$3.10
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12 oz. Latte
Double shot espresso with steamed milk and choice of syrup
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$3.85
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16 oz. Latte
Double shot espresso with steamed milk and choice of syrup
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$4.20
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12 oz. Caffe Mocha
Double shot espresso with steamed milk and choice of sauce Dk Chocolate, White Chocolate, Caramel
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$4.25
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16 oz. Caffe Mocha
Double shot espresso with steamed milk and choice of sauce Dk Chocolate, White Chocolate, Caramel
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$4.50
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12 oz. Cappuccino
Double shot of espresso with foamed milk
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$3.85
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16 oz. Cappuccino
Double shot of espresso with foamed milk
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$4.20
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12 oz. Chai Latte
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$3.85
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16 oz. Chai Latte
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$4.20
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12 oz. Hot Chocolate
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$3.35
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16 oz. Hot Chocolate
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$3.85
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12 oz. Hot Tea
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$2.65
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16 oz. Hot Tea
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$2.95
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Syrup Flavors:
Caramel, Vanilla, Hazelnut, Peppermint, Salted Caramel, Coconut, Pumpkin Spice, Sugar-Free Coconut, Sugar-Free Caramel, Sugar-Free Vanilla, Honey Cinnamon, Gingerbread
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Cold Drinks
Any drink can be made dairy free, just ask Vegetarian or Gluten Free.. Almond Milk available for any drink $1.00
Cold Brewed Coffee (Iced)
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$3.75
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Iced Tea (Iced)
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$2.75
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Iced Latte (Iced)
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$3.95
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Iced Latte (Frappe)
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$4.50
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Iced Mocha (Iced)
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$3.95
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Iced Mocha (Frappe)
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$4.50
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Iced Chai (Iced)
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$3.95
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Iced Chai (Frappe)
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$4.50
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Root Beer (Iced)
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$1.50
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Frozen Hot Chocolate (Iced)
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$4.50
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100 % Fruits Smoothies
No sugar or artificial sweetened added. Any drink can be made dairy free, just ask Vegetarian or Gluten Free.. Almond Milk available for any drink $1.00
Triple Berry Smoothies
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$4.75
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Mango Tropics Smoothies
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$4.75
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Strawberry Smoothies
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$4.75
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Pineapple Paradise Smoothies
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$4.75
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Strawberry Banana Smoothies
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$4.75
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Banana Smoothies
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$4.75
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Organic Raz-berry Smoothies
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$4.75
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Peaches & Cream Smoothies
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$4.75
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Add Protein Powder
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$0.75
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Add Greens
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$0.75
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Root Beer Float
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$3.50
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Syrups:
Italian Soda
Peach
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$2.95
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Strawberry
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$2.95
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Raspberry
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$2.95
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Sugar-Free Raspberry
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$2.95
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Coconut / Peach
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$2.95
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Breakfast Entrees
All omelets served with toast. SERVED ALL DAY.
Southwestern Omelet
Ham, black beans, onions, peppers, tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, salsa.
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$9.25
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Greek Omelet
Tomatoes, spinach, black olives, onion, feta cheese
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$8.25
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Veggie Supreme Omelet
Mushrooms, onions, peppers, tomatoes, spinach, Monterey Jack cheese $8.95
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$9.25
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Garden Turkey Omelet
Turkey, onions, peppers, Monterey Jack cheese
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$8.25
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Cheese Omelet
Eggs & cheese
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$6.95
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Pancakes Full
Includes your choice of pecans, chocolate chips, blueberries, or strawberries
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$7.95
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Pancakes Half
Includes your choice of pecans, chocolate chips, blueberries, or strawberries
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$4.95
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Pancakes Full
Includes your choice of pecans, chocolate chips, blueberries, or strawberries with Whipped Cream and Syrup
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$7.95
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Pancakes Half
Includes your choice of pecans, chocolate chips, blueberries, or strawberries with Whipped Cream and Syrup
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$5.95
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French Toast Full
Original or topped w/choice of pecans, chocolate chips, blueberries or strawberries with whipped cream, syrup
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$6.95
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French Toast Half
Original or topped w/choice of pecans, chocolate chips, blueberries or strawberries with whipped cream, syrup
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$4.95
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Avocado Toast
Eggs, bacon, tomatoes, spinach, avocado spread and feta served on multigrain toast
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$8.25
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Biscuits & Sausage Gravy Full
made from scratch
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$6.95
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Biscuits & Sausage Gravy Half
Made from scratch
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$4.95
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Quiche, Sausage or Crab
Includes toast and fresh fruit
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$7.95
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Sandwiches
Served on an English Muffin
Bacon Breakfast Burrito
Bacon, peppers, onion, eggs, cheese. Served with side of salsa & sour cream
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$7.25
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Bacon, Egg & Cheddar Sandwich
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$6.25
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Chipotle Bacon & Egg Sandwich
Bacon, egg, cheddar and chipotle mayo
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$6.25
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Pesto Mushroom Egg Sandwich
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$5.95
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Sausage Egg & Cheddar
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$6.25
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Ham, Jalapeno & Egg Sandwich
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$6.25
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Classic Egg Sandwich
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$4.95
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Create Your Own Parfait
Choices: vanilla yogurt, Greek yogurt, granola, blueberries, strawberries, sliced almonds, pecans, and walnuts
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$3.95
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Sides & Extras
Sausage Patty
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$2.95
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Side Salad
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$2.95
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Bacon
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$1.95
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Kettle Cooked Chips
Dairy Free
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$1.25
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Toast
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$1.00
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Fresh Fruit Cup
Dairy Free
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$2.95
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One Egg
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$2.95
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Two Eggs
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$3.95
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Homemade Pastries
made fresh daily
Cinnamon Roll
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$3.75
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Soft Pretzel
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$3.50
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Cookie
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$1.50
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Muffins
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$2.95
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Salads
Any salad can be made Vegetarian or Gluten Free or Dairy Free, just ask.
Harvest Salad
Spinach, craisins, pecans, apples, turkey and feta cheese
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$7.95
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Chicken Caesar Salad
Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, Parmesan cheese and croutons
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$7.95
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Garden Salad
Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peppers and cheese
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$6.95
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Greek Salad
Lettuce, onions, peppers, black olives, tomato and feta cheese
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$7.25
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Chef Salad
Ham, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, hard-boiled eggs, and shredded cheese
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$7.95
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Dressing Choices
Ranch
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Caesar
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Honey Poppy Seed
Dairy Free
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Bleu Cheese
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Vinaigrette
Dairy Free
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Greek
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Thousand Island
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Soups
In season nov-feb
In Season Nov-Feb.
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Paninis & Wraps
Served with Kettle cooked chips Gluten Free bread by request $2.00
Chipotle Chicken Bacon Ranch
Chicken, bacon, lettuce, chipotle mayo, ranch, and cheddar cheese
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$9.25
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Chicken Bacon Avocado
Grilled chicken breast, avocado spread, bacon, tomato and Monterey Jack cheese
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$9.95
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The Encounter Special
Turkey, bacon, avocado spread, tomato, pickled red onions, cheese
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$9.25
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Philly Cheese Steak
Roast beef, onions, peppers, mayo and cheese
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$9.25
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Vegetable Pesto
Mushrooms, peppers, onions, tomato, kale, avocado spread, pesto and cheese
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$8.95
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Ultimate Grilled Cheese
Cheese spread consisting of cream cheese, mayo, cheese and garlic
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$7.95
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Turkey Jalapeno
Turkey, Monterey Jack cheese, tomato, jalapeno peppers and mayo
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$8.95
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Taste of Iowa
Pork loin, apple slices, pesto, Monterey Jack cheese
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$8.95
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Southwestern Chicken
Chicken, onions, peppers, black beans, salsa and cheddar cheese
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$8.95
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Half size paninis less
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$2.00
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Chip substitutes: (additional charge)
Fruit Cup $2.00 / Side Garden Salad $2.00
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$2.00
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