Civilization

Civilization Menu

(352) 380-0544
1511 Northwest 2nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32601

Appetizers


House-made Spread Sampler
$9.50
Organic Mission Fig and Kalamata Olive Tapenade, Artichoke Heart Tapenade & Ginger Water Chestnut Dip. Served with crostini.
Pakora
$6.50
Spicy fritters made with fresh spinach, onions, ginger & a chickpea flour batter which is deep-fried and served with cilantro chutney.
Fried Potatoes
$6.50
Hand cut wedges of baked russet potato, fried until crisp and golden. Served with habanero mayo dipping sauce
Beer Batter Onion Rings
$7.00
Cut, battered & fried to order. Served with a tangy sweet dipping sauce
Guacamole
6.50
Made to order. Fresh avocado, cilantro, lime juice and red onion. Served with flash-fried flour tortillas.

$Salads


Civilization House Salad
$5.50
Fresh greens with cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes & kalamata olives.
Florida Citrus Salad
$6.50
Fresh citrus, avocados & pecans tossed with mixed greens in citrus vinaigrette
Utopian Salad
$9.50
Roasted sweet potatoes, candied pecans, red onions, granny smith apples & stilton cheese over.
Arcadian Salad
$6.50-9.50
Spinach and greens in lime basil vinaigrette with tomatoes, fried shallots, roasted walnuts & feta cheese.
House-Pickled Beet Salad
$6.50-9.50
Fresh mixed greens & Belgian endive tossed in citrus vinaigrette and topped pickled beets & goat cheese.
Tomato Cucumber Salad
$2.50
Pico De Gallo
$1.00
Black Beans and Rice
$3.00
Collard Greens
$3.00
Fried Potatoes
$3.00
Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes
$3.50
Cilantro Chutney
$1.00
Sour Cream
$0.50
Salsa Verde
$1.00
Habenaro Mayo
$0.50
Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
1.00

$Entrees


Sweet Potato Enchiladas
$14.50
Sweet potatoes, spinach, white cheddar & rice baked in a flour tortilla. Topped with tomatillo cream sauce & avocado; served with black beans & pico de gallo.
Crispy Fried Polenta with Pan-seared Vegetables
$15.00
Fresh tomatoes and spinach, artichoke hearts and kalamata olives sauteed in garlic and olive oil and served over organic corn polenta, with our house-made tomato-caper sauce and baked fresh mozzarella
Rava Masala Dosa
$14.00
Spicy South Indian crepes stuffed with potato onion curry and served with cilantro & coconut chutneys and tomato cucumber salad.
Gnocchi della Casa
$15.00
Our house-made potato gnocchi tossed with garlic, butter and fresh spinach. Topped with sun-dried tomato coulis, sage walnut pesto & shaved Romano.
Felafel Burger
$2.00
A deep fried patty of ground chickpeas and spices served on an onion kaiser roll with a side of cucumber yogurt sauce and fried potatoes.
Sheba Plate
$14.50
A variety of Ethiopian dishes ? Mesir Wat: red lentils cooked in spiced olive oil; Atakilt Wat: potatoes, carrots & cabbage; and Gomen: organic greens sautéed with red peppers & tomatoes. Served with Injera ? traditional Ethiopian pancakes made with Teff & wheat flours ? and a side of Yasa sauce.
Old Florida Sampler
$13.50
A combination of classic Florida foods: Sweet potato casserole with candied pecans and cheddar cheese, black beans and rice with minced red onions, collard greens and a grapefruit and alligator pear salad with citrus vinaigrette.
Thai Green Curry
$13.00
Shiitake mushrooms, red bell peppers, carrots and cabbage sauteed in a house curry sauce. Served over rice and topped with toasted cashews and fresh cilantro.
Shrimp & Grits
$15.50
Blackened wild caught shrimp over organic yellow corn grits baked with sharp cheddar cheese and applewood smoked bacon.
Moroccan Braised Beef
$19.50
Florida raised beef seared and then slow cooked in a reduced red wine sauce with carrots, onions, celery, garlic, organic apricots & cream. Topped with tomato onion relish & goat cheese. Served over Yukon Gold mashed potatoes
Moussaka
$16.00
A layered casserole of roasted eggplant, fried potatoes, spiced beef, and béchamel sauce found throughout Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean. Served with a Civilization salad.
Curried Shrimp Stir Fry
$15.50
Wild-caught shrimp, carrots, bell peppers and cabbage cooked in coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and house-made green curry. Served over rice and topped with cilantro and toasted cashews.
Hemingway Burger
13.50
Garlic, green onions, India relish, lots of herbs, spices & a red wine marinade give this burger a deep complex flavor. Pan-seared medium well for a crispy outside and juicy inside. * Served with fried potatoes.

$To Start


Guacamole
$6.75
House made with fresh cilantro & red onions. Served with fried tortillas.
Spinach Pakora
6.75
Chickpea fritters with onions & fresh spinach, and cilantro chutney dip.

$Salads


Civ Salad
$6.00
Lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers and kalamata olives.
Citrus Salad
$6.75-9.75
Citrus, pecans, avocados and mixed greens in our citrus vinaigrette.
Arcadian Salad
$6.75-9.75
Spinach & greens tossed in lime basil vinaigrette with grape tomatoes, fried shallots, roasted walnuts & feta cheese.
Utopian Salad
$6.75-9.75
Sweet potatoes, candied pecans, red onions, granny smith apples and stilton cheese over mixed greens with maple balsamic vinaigrette.
House-Pickled Beet Salad
$6.75-9.75
Mixed greens tossed in citrus vinaigrette, topped with pickled beets & onions, Belgian endive & goat cheese.
Yum Som O
7.00-10.00
Local pomelo, red bell peppers, roasted cashews, toasted coconut, fried shallots & fresh herbs atop mixed greens with a splash of tamari & lime basil dressing. when in season.

$Soup & Salad


A cup of soup and the Civ salad.
8.75

$Sandwiches


Pan con Palta Sandwich
$8.50
An open faced slice of toasted wheat spread with avocado that's mashed with olive oil & lemon and topped with red pepper flakes. Served with one of the sandwich
Hungarian Grilled Cheese
$10.25
Made with our house-made Korozott ? a blend of feta, gruyere & cream cheeses seasoned with paprika and mustard. On wheat with fresh spinach and roasted peppers.
Terranova Farmers Market Sandwich
$10.25
Pepper Jack cheese, avocados, tomatoes, sprouts & red onions on wheat with red pepper mayo.
Felafel Burger
$10.75
Pickles, lettuce and tomatoes if you like.
Moroccan Barbecue Sandwich
$12.50
Beef braised in Moroccan spices and served on a kaiser roll with tomato and onion relish and goat cheese
Persian Chicken Pita
$11.50
Springer Mountain chicken in a curry marinade, grilled and topped with tomato onion relish, lettuce, house-made pickles, raita sauce & feta cheese.
Hemingway Burger
12.75
Garlic green onions, India relish, lots of herbs & spices & a red wine marinade give this burger a deep complex flavor. Pan-seared medium- well for a crispy outside and juicy inside. Let us know if you'd like lettuce, tomatoes & pickles.

$Burritos, Wraps, Tacos and More


Chole Bowl
$9.50
Chickpea tomato curry over rice with cilantro chutney and pappadam.
Sheba Bowl
$10.75
Ethiopian red lentils cooked in spice infused oil, and collard greens sauteed with red peppers and tomatoes. Topped with two poached eggs, goat cheese, yasa sauce & flatbread.
Spinach and Sweet Potato Burrito
$9.50
With white cheddar, rice, avocado and fresh cilantro. Served with a side of salsa verde.
Fried Avocado Tacos
$10.50
Served in flour tortillas with lime-habanero cole slaw and fresh tomatoes, and a side of our house-made salsa verde.
Roasted Chicken & Chili Lime Rice Burrito
$10.50
With white cheddar, black beans and fresh cilantro. Served with a side of salsa verde.
Shrimp & Grits
12.50
Spicy blackened wild caught shrimp over organic yellow corn grits, white cheddar and crumbled bacon. Served with collard greens.

$Brunch


Swamp Eggs
$10.50
Two poached eggs over fried potatoes, sautéed collard greens and Vermont white cheddar. Topped with chili-lime aioli.
Pipperada Frittata
$10.50
From the Basque Country: sauteed onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and green olives baked in eggs and cream. Topped with baguette toasts and shaved manchego cheese. Accompanied by your choice of grits or home fries.
Cajun Frittata
$11.50
A baked egg dish with grilled andouille sausage, roasted red peppers, potatoes and Gruyere cheese. Served with home fries or grits.
Grits Florentine
$10.00
Organic yellow grits over fresh spinach topped with two poached eggs, white cheddar, hierloom cherry tomatoes and red onion.
Southwestern Black Beans & Rice
$10.50
Topped with two poached eggs, white cheddar and avocado. Served with fried tortillas.
Make it Vegan
$9.50
top with salsa verde, roasted pumpkin seeds, avocado and fresh tomatoes.
Challah French Toast
$9.50
Made with real vanilla & cinnamon and served with real maple syrup.
Vegan Sourdough French Toast
$10.00
Organic baguette dipped in a rich batter of cashew butter, coconut oil, almond milk, cinnamon & allspice. Served with organic raspberry puree.
Florida Cakes
$9.50
Organic multigrain pancakes made with shredded zucchini, orange zest and candied pecans. Served with hot blueberry compote and real maple syrup.
Pakora Pancakes
$9.50
Spicy savory pancakes made with spinach, onions, chickpea flour, habanero peppers and ginger. Served with cilantro chutney and tomato onion relish.
Pakora Pancakes
$9.50
Spicy savory pancakes made with spinach, onions, chickpea flour, habanero peppers and ginger. Served with cilantro chutney and tomato onion relish.
Civilization House Granola
$6.00
Organic rolled oats, almonds, walnuts, cranberries & raisins sweetened with agave & maple syrup.
Diner Deluxe
$11.50
Two eggs ? poached or scrambled, home fries or grits, bacon or sausage & wheat toast
Breakfast Croissant
$10.50
Scrambled eggs, fresh tomatoes, and white cheddar on an organic croissant from Vine Bakery. Served with home fries or grits.
BLT
$12.00
Grilled challah bread, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, bacon and habanero mayo. Served with your choice of organic yellow grits or home fries.
ALT
$10.00
Avocado ? deep fried & delicious ? lettuce and tomato with chipotle sauce on challah bread spread with habanero mayo. Choose a side of home fries or grits.
Hungarian Grilled Cheese
$10.00
Made with our house version of Korozott, a blend of feta, gruyere & cream cheeses seasoned with Hungarian paprika & mustard. Grilled on wheat with roasted peppers & fresh spinach. With grits or home fries.
Farmers Market Sandwich
10.00
Pepper Jack cheese, avocados, tomatoes, red onions & sprouts on whole wheat with red pepper mayonnaise. Served with home fries or grits

$Salads, Small Plates and Sides


Civilization House Salad
$5.50
Fresh mixed greens with tomatoes and kalamata olives, cucumbers & red onions. Served with your choice of dressing: Lime basil vinaigrette, Poppyseed vinaigrette and Creamy garlic.
Beet Salad
$6.50-9.50
House pickled beets tossed in mixed greens with goat cheese, Belgian endive and citrus vinaigrette.
Arcadian Salad
$6.50-9.50
Spinach and greens in lime basil vinaigrette with tomatoes, fried shallots, roasted walnuts and feta cheese.
Citrus Salad
$6.50-9.50
Fresh citrus, avocados and pecans with mixed greens tossed in citrus vinaigrette
Avocado Toast
$5.50
Half an avocado smashed in olive oil and lemon juice, spread on whole grain toast and topped with red pepper flakes.
Lemon Ricotta Beignets
$5.50
Serve with organic raspberry puree.
Home Fries
$3.00
Hand cut baked potato, fried until crisp and golden.
Organic Yellow Grits
$3.00
Slow cooked and creamy.
Scrambled Eggs
$3.00
Two cage-free eggs.
Scrambled, Poached Eggs
$3.00
Two cage-free eggs.
Beelers Applewood Smoked Bacon
$4.00
Cochon Natural Andouille Sausage
$4.00
Toast
$2.00
Side of toasted whole wheat bread
Side of Raspberry puree
$1.00
Side of Blueberry compote
1.00

$Vegan Appetizres


Beer Batter Onion Rings
$6.50
Cut, battered & fried to order
Pakora
$6.50
Spicy fritters made of fresh spinach, onions, ginger and a chickpea flour batter which is deep-fried and served with cilantro chutney.
Guacamole
$6.50
Made fresh with avocado, lime juice, cilantro & red onion. Served with flash-fried flour tortillas.
Fried Potatoes
6.50
Hand cut wedges of baked russet potato, fried until crisp and golden, served with chili lime sauce.

$Vegan Salad


Civilization House Salad
$5.00
Fresh greens with cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes & kalamata olives. Served with your choice of house-made vinaigrettes: Maple Balsamic, Lime basil, Poppyseed or Citrus vinaigrette
Florida Citrus Salad
$6.50-9.50
Fresh citrus, avocados & pecans tossed with mixed greens in citrus vinaigrette.
Utopian Salad
$6.50-9.50
Roasted sweet potatoes, pecans, red onions and granny smith apples over mixed greens with maple balsamic vinaigrette.
House-Pickled Beet Salad
$6.50-9.50
Fresh mixed greens tossed in citrus vinaigrette topped with Belgian endive & pickled beets
Arcadian Salad
6.50-9.50
Spinach & greens in lime basil vinaigrette with tomatoes, fried shallots and roasted walnuts.

$Vegan Entree


El Vegetariano Enchiladas
$14.00
Spinach, sweet potatoes and rice baked in a flour tortilla and chilli tomato sauce. Served with avocado, black beans and pico de gallo.
Falafel Burger
$9.50
A deep fried patty of ground chickpeas and spices served on a kaiser roll with lettuce, pickles and tomatoes and a side of fried potatoes.
Thai Green Curry with Mushrooms
$13.00
Shiitake mushrooms sauteed with red bell peppers, carrots, cabbage & sweet potatoes in coconut milk & house-made green curry sauce. Served over rice and topped with toasted cashews and fresh cilantro.
Sheba Plate
$14.50
A variety of Ethiopian dishes ? Mesir Wat: red lentils cooked in spiced olive oil; Atakilt Wat: potatoes, carrots & cabbage; and Gomen: collard greens sauteed with red peppers & onions. Served with Injera teff & wheat flour pancakes and Yasa sauce
India Thali Plate
$13.50
Two curries ? one with potatoes & onions, the other with chickpeas & tomatoes ? served with rice, pappadam crispy lentil wafer, tomato cucumber salad and cilantro chutney.
Old Florida Harvest
$13.50
A combination of classic Florida foods: mashed sweet potatoes topped with pecans; black beans & rice with red onions; braised collard greens and a grapefruit & alligator pear salad with citrus vinaigrette. Alligator pear is an old-time name for avocado.
Tex Mex Beans & Rice
10.00
Black beans and chili lime rice topped with salsa verde, roasted pumpkin seeds, avocado and fresh tomatoes. Served with fried flour tortillas.

$Sides


Collard Greens
$3.00
Black Beans & Rice
$3.00
Fried Potatoes
$3.00
Sauteed Vegetables
$3.50
Tomato Cucumber Salad
$2.50
Pico de Gallo
$1.00
Salsa Verde
$1.00
Cilantro Chutney
$1.00
Chili Lime Aioli
1.00

$Desserts


Blueberry Crisp
$6.50
Blueberries topped with oats, almonds, brown sugar & spices and baked 'til golden. Served warm with vanilla ice cream
Huguenot Torte
$5.50
Tart granny smith apples & Georgia pecans baked in a sweet crunchy meringue and served with whipped cream.
Hot Espresso Brownies a la mode
$6.50
Our rich chocolate brownies made with fresh ground expresso; warmed and topped with vanilla ice cream, strawberries and candied pecans.
Lemon Ricotta Beignets
5.50
A creamy, slightly tangy twist on the classic New Orleans fritter. Fried fresh to order and served with organic raspberry puree.

$Coffees


House coffee
$3.00
Cafe au lait
$4.50
6 oz of our fresh brewed coffee & steamed milk.
Iced coffee
$3.00
This very rich brew has chocolate notes.
Espresso
$2.50
A double shot of our Brazilian and Viennese roast.
Macchiato
$3.00
A double shot of espresso with a splash of micro-foam milk.
Cappuccino
$3.50
A double shot of our espresso & 4 oz of micro-foam milk.
Latte
$4.75
A double shot of our espresso with 10 oz of steamed milk.
Mocha
$5.25
A latte made with organic chocolate milk.
Hot chocolate
3.00
Made with steamed organic chocolate milk.

$Teas and Juices


Citrus Mint Iced Tea
$3.25
A sweet iced tea made with fresh oranges & lemons, and organic spearmint & peppermint.
Hibiscus Ginger Iced Tea
$3.25
Brewed organic hibiscus & fresh ginger, with fresh squeezed limes and sugar.
Organic Iced Green Tea
$2.75
Lightly sweetened with organic agave.
Classic Iced Tea
$2.75
Hot Tea
$2.75
A selection of black, green, red and herbal teas bags.
Organic Orange Juice
$2.50
Natalie's small batch juice from Florida's Indian River.

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