Cafe Metropole is a great spot for a healthy meal. It is a friendly cafe located on Crescent Ave. When I arrived I was warmly greeted by Pam, the owner. She told me a bit about her philosophy, how she had travelled through Italy and became inspired to open a restaurant on Catalina island, and that she wanted to have a wholesome, fresh menu that catered to vegans and non vegans alike: a place where everybody with different dietary choices and issues could eat together. Her menu accommodates many different diets and allergies, including gluten free options. It was the only restaurant I found on the island that made their menu with this in mind. The energy of the restaurant was relaxed and comfortable. There is a sunny outdoor patio with umbrellas, and indoor seating as well. Her soups are excellent! 'I was put on this earth to make soup', Pam says, and I think she is right.
