Gardens of herbs and flowers line the brick walkway leading to Casa. Not only do you find macrobiotic and vegan diners here, you are just as likely to find a federal judge enjoying the relaxing atmosphere or a state representative holding an informal staff meeting over lunch. It is an oasis in the middle of a busy city. Casa's informal way of serving makes the place seem homey. Upon payment for your meal, you are given a wooden token and directed to the counter to pick up your napkin, flatware, and soup bowl.
Beverages sit on the adjoining bar.
Again, you serve yourself. Four kinds of bottled water and a non-alcoholic beer are available for purchase. The foods are organic, when available, in season, vegan, and all natural. A diverse staff of cooks and helpers prepare their favorite foods for diners. Every meal includes soup, a whole grain, beans or legumes, some kind of steamed greens, a cooked vegetable, a garden salad, and a pickle.