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April 2024 by Vanna Purdy
The Doctors there genuinely care about their patients and for someone who's been suffering a long time with issues, I've come across many doctors who were cold & did not care. It means a great deal to me to see Doctors have compassion & that's what I experience every visit ❤️
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March 2024 by Victoria Johnson
My family and I were on our way down stagecoach trail toward home, and stopped to use the restroom and get coffee. At first we were disappointed because the bistro side was closed (because it was Tuesday) but they still made us coffees! They were super friendly and the coffee was delicious. Thank you!!!
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February 2024 by Zoe Zeien
Love the space, love the people, love the energy! Love everything!! Inspiring!!! Also Dr. Emily and Dr. Jess are the bestttt hehe. Happy to receive what lead them to the Midwest And Dr. Liz lead such an amazing yin yoga that I will definitely be back for. Grateful to have this new place in my heart.
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February 2024 by TB
Restaurant has potential but had to leave due to rude local staff and overpricing. After a long drive from the city, I stumbled upon this place. It seems like it is meant to be a health-oriented restaurant and wellness center. However, the music while nice was too loud, and thus not soothing. Immediate upon entering I was asked whether I would dine in or out without having an opportunity to even look at the menu. I stopped in the restroom and afterward again was aggressively asked what to order without having an opportunity to look at the menu. The menu has soda pop and many sugary drinks which is not what I expect at a wellness center and cafe. Salads looked like they would be good, but extremely overpriced for this area at $23-24. Far more expensive than city prices, although some of the ingredients should be very accessible for cheaper rurally. Had to set limits with staff multiple times to say I need time to look and rest for a few minutes before ordering. Didn’t feel like the young ladies who work here have manners or training how to treat people who would normally seek out a spa-type business. While I would have far preferred to dine here, wound up leaving to find a local saloon, where I was quickly welcomed and treated better and accommodated.
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December 2023 by Mathew Rogers
Wow, words can’t describe the love I have for Thriving Thistle and the love that I’ve felt from everyone there. Between the wellness center, the restaurant, and the exceptional gas station, it’s all so wonderful to have in this community.Personally, the Thistle had profound affects on my recovery from lower back pain. I spent 10 months and thousands of dollars on an exhaustive search for the issue, before I arrived to Thistle. Within days, I was feeling better than I had in nearly a year. I partook in as much as I could…yoga classes, group classes, float tank (!!!), massage therapy, qigong, sauna, “adjustments”, eating healthy, sharing the positive energy, etc. I believe it all had a compounding effect.I would travel far and wide for a place like the Thistle; places like this are not common today. <3
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November 2023 by Jennifer Vandigo
The Thriving Thistle is such a great place in our community! The people, services, classes and food are wonderful and needed! It is a place of health, healing, connection and fun!!
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September 2023 by Frank V.
Surprising find attached to a gas convenience store. Courteous waitstaff. Eclectic variety of breakfast & lunch selections each with its own subtle seasonings. Cajun chicken was juicy but could use a dash more spice. 1/2lb burger with pepper Jack cheese and avocado was cooked just right. Sweet potato and regular fries were both good too. Add to the above an actually good coffee. Reasonably priced.
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September 2023 by stuartwogs
Delicious raspberry scone! One of the best I have had. Moist and delicious!
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August 2023 by Lori Lucile
Great space, good yoga class and amazing smoothie after class.
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July 2023 by Melissa Bowder
Wonderful! Best sweet potato fries I've had! Yum yum. Great menu & atmosphere. Crispy chicken sandwich not my favorite.
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July 2023 by Sarah Peterson
Hands down thee best “gas station” I have ever experienced. Whoever came up with this location and details is a genius. The gas station… actually the store, had cute clothes, hats, local made goods, SNACKS I’ve never seen before almost hard to find ones. *see attached photo*Restaurant area the food looked healthy and delicious, didn’t get the chance to try.The downstairs gym & theraputic area was top notch. Had sauna, floating tanks, full gym, chiropractic area, and more.My boyfriend and I plan to take a weekend getaway out here in the future influenced by this location.
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June 2023 by Jan D.
We've driven thru Apple River a million times to our lake house and finally stopped in for breakfast/lunch and glad we did. Well appointed cafe and great food. Carrot cake is a must try if that's your thing. Very trendy spot in an unlikely area. Congrats to the owners.
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May 2023 by stephanie neighbor
The class was perfect with excellent instruction & Everyone (including the other students) were so welcoming!It's a hidden gem and I will be back!
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November 2022 by kelly pfeiffer
The staff is very welcoming. The yoga class was a wonderful way to start the day. I love the Chai tea. I also bought a Christmas present for someone from the shop.
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November 2022 by Lisa Miller
Good menu. Healthy options. Attentive waitress. Takes quite awhile to get food. It's good when it comes. Nice gift type items available at gas station which is connected to restaurants. Spa type services available on site. Pretty amazing find in little rural Apple River
