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What to order
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Salads
Most frequently praised overall; reviews repeatedly call the salads fresh, huge, flavorful, and a great value with generous portions and dressing.
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Jerk Chicken And Shrimp Salad
Mentioned multiple times and strongly recommended for its bold seasoning, fresh ingredients, large portion size, and great taste.
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Jerk Chicken And Shrimp Wrap
Recommended for being flavorful and satisfying, with fresh ingredients and good portions; one review called it 'food fire.'
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Chicken Fruit Salad
Praised as delicious with a very tasty house-made dressing and a perfect small size for one person.
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Grilled Chicken Salad
Included in catering praise as delicious, showing it is a well-liked salad option.
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Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Specifically mentioned as part of the catered wraps that were described as delicious.
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Bacon Chicken Wrap
Recommended through the catering review where it was listed among the wraps everyone enjoyed.
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Greek Salad
Called worth every penny and described as fresh, amazing, and highly satisfying.
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Hot Honey Salmon Wrap
Mentioned as good and made with fresh ingredients, earning a clear positive recommendation.
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Jerk Polish
Mentioned alongside other favorites and recommended by a reviewer who praised it as part of a great meal.
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Salmon And Egg Croissant Sandwich
Described as 'fire' and highlighted as a standout breakfast item.
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Burger
One reviewer said it was one of the best burgers ever, making it a strong specific recommendation.
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Turkey Chicken Chili
A reviewer tried it as a new addition and said it would be their next order, indicating strong interest and approval.
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Jerk Salmon And Shrimp Wrap
Called amazing and praised as a great choice for a non-traditional breakfast or lunch item.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Food Express Cafe
Food Express Cafe is a salad shop and sandwich shop in Gary, Indiana. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh food, large portions, and polite staff, with repeated mentions of salads, wraps, and flavorful chicken. It is described as a casual, small, hidden spot with takeout, dine-in, and onsite service options. The price range is $10 to $20, and several reviewers say the portions make it a strong value.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Dining options
- Dessert
Atmosphere
- Casual
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Food Express Cafe known for?
It is best known for large, fresh salads, especially the grilled chicken salad, jerk chicken and shrimp salad, and Cajun salad with jerk ranch. Reviewers repeatedly mention the flavorful chicken, generous portions, and fresh ingredients as the reason people come back.
What dishes are most recommended at Food Express Cafe?
The most frequently recommended items are the grilled chicken salad, jerk chicken and shrimp salad, Cajun salad with jerk ranch, and wraps like the jerk chicken and shrimp wrap or Buffalo chicken wrap. Reviewers also call out the hot honey salmon wrap and the salmon and egg croissant sandwich for being fresh and well-seasoned.
What is the atmosphere like at Food Express Cafe?
The atmosphere is casual and small, with reviewers calling it a quaint, hidden spot in Gary. It seems to work well for solo dining and quick meals, though people also mention taking food to share because the portions are large.
Is Food Express Cafe a good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say the salads are a great value and that the portions are large enough to share or stretch into multiple servings. With prices in the $10 to $20 range, diners often say the food is worth every penny because the servings are generous and the ingredients taste fresh.
How long is the wait at Food Express Cafe?
Wait times are usually short, with reviewers reporting about 6 minutes to around 15 minutes. That makes it a good option for a quick lunch or an efficient stop when you want fresh food without a long wait.
Is parking available at Food Express Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
