French Meadow Cafe' - Grand Ave

4.5

629 Reviews

$30 and under

Organic

Neighbourhood gem
Innovative
Healthy

French Meadow Bakery & Café on Grand Avenue brings you organic, fresh, and sustainable farm-to-table cuisine in a welcoming environment. Our eclectic menu offers something for everyone -- vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and omnivores alike -- plus a selection of local beers, cocktail specials, and organic / sustainable wines, as well as our signature bread, pastries, and desserts. All of our produce and meats are from our regional farmer partners, all of whom operate organic, sustainable, and humane farms. Brunch seating, Friday through Sunday, is on a first-come, first-served basis. We will not be taking reservations between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Patio seating is always available on a first-come, first-serve basis. We continue to offer takeout/curbside pickup.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan, American
Hours of Operation
Daily 7:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(651) 789-8870
Website
http://www.frenchmeadowcafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Timothy McKenzie

Location
1662 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105
Area
Saint Paul
Cross Street
Macalester Street
Parking details
For your convenience, off-street parking is available across the street from the restaurant in the shared lot with Patagonia.
Public transit
#63 - Grand Ave. & Cambridge St.#83 and A Line - Snelling & Grand Ave
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Avocado ToastUS$10.00
smashed avocado | tamari roasted pumpkin seeds | fresh cilantro | lime | olive oil | cracked pepper | unrefined sea salt | organic seeded sourdough toast
Blueberry Corn PancakeUS$8.00
organic GMO-free corn pancake | fresh blueberries | pure Wisconsin maple syrup
Organic Heart Healthy OatmealUS$9.00
organic apple | organic raisins | toasted sunflower seeds | steamed organic almond milk | cinnamon
Classic Vegan BreakfastUS$11.00
organic tofu scramble | house-made organic hashbrowns | vegan sausage | organic seeded sourdough toast
Classic Egg BreakfastUS$11.00
two organic Schultz eggs | organic sourdough toast | house-made organic hashbrowns | nitrate-free bacon
Cajun HashbrownsUS$10.00
Spicy house-made organic hashbrowns | cheddar | onions | roasted peppers | roasted tomatoes | garlic. Add Extra Items (Nitrate-Free Bacon | Chicken Chorizo | Vegan Sausage | Schultz Organic Eggs)
Breakfast QuesadillaUS$12.00
organic Schultz scrambled eggs | organic black beans | cheddar organic spinach | house-made guacamole | chipotle sour cream | house-made salsa | 100% sprouted organic tortilla
Breakfast BurritoUS$11.00
organic Schultz scrambled eggs | black bean chili | house-made organic hashbrowns | cheddar | scallions | chipotle sour cream | flour tortilla
Egg & Bacon CroissantUS$11.00
organic Schultz eggs | swiss | house-made guacamole | nitrate-free bacon | organic spinach | tomatoes | side of organic mixed greens
Organic Egg BenedictUS$12.00
two organic Schultz poached eggs | pit ham | hollandaise sauce | house-made organic english muffin | organic mixed greens
Salmon Eggs BenedictUS$14.00
two organic Schultz poached eggs | sustainable salmon | sauteed organic spinach | house-made hollandaise sauce
Eggs & Smoked SalmonUS$13.00
two organic Schultz scrambled eggs | organic spinach | smoked sustainable salmon | cream cheese | organic mixed greens | organic seeded sourdough toast
Daily Featured OmeletteUS$11.00
chef's daily creation; three organic Schultz egg omelette | organic house-made hashbrowns | house-made salsa | organic sourdough toast
The "Zone" OmeletteUS$11.00
three organic Schultz egg whites & one yolk | organic spinach | goat cheese | scallions | tomatoes | organic mixed greens | organic seeded sourdough toast

To Get You Started

Earth Wings®US$10.00
hand-battered & fried cauliflower | sesame BBQ | organic celery | soy-cilantro aioli
Chips & SalsaUS$5.00
organic corn tortilla chips | house-made salsa roja
Organic Pommes FritesUS$6.00
hand-cut organic fries, served with Ras Al Hanout ketchup

Organic Greens

Add to Any Salad: Grilled Organic Rosewood Tofu - $5, Grilled Hormone-free Chicken - $6, Grilled Sustainable Salmon - $8, Grilled Revier Cattle Co. Petite Sirloin - $8

HarvestUS$11.00
thinly-cut raw organic kale | brussels sprouts | green cabbage | pumpkin seeds | cranberries | orange vinaigrette
ZenUS$14.00
steamed organic brown rice | house-made hummus | organic kale | radish | cucumber | tomatoes | scallion | harissa | mixed olives | house-made guacamole | toasted sunflower seeds | organic micro-greens | lemon vinaigrette
SpaUS$12.00
organic mixed greens | rosewood organic marinated tofu | red pepper | beets | cucumber | edamame | scallion | cilantro | carrots | toasted sunflower seeds | sesame vinaigrette
Apple & CheddarUS$12.00
crisp organic apples | sharp cheddar | romaine | toasted pecans | maple dijon vinaigrette
Roasted BeetUS$12.00
organic mixed greens | roasted beets | St. Pete's bleu cheese | caramelized pears | candied walnuts | tarragon vinaigrette
City CobbUS$13.00
romaine | Wild Acres turkey | tomato | nitrate-free bacon | organic Schultz egg | mixed olives | bleu cheese dressing | crumbled bleu cheese

Rustic Sandwiches & Wraps

Served with your Choice of: organic tortilla chips & salsa | firecracker slaw | organic mixed greens | Substitute Hand-cut Organic Fries - Add $2 | Substitute Gluten free Bread - Add $2

Tempeh ReubenUS$12.00
organic marinated grilled tempeh | sauerkraut | Herbivorous Butcher vegan swiss | firecracker slaw | tomato-soy aioli | organic rye
Grilled RachelUS$12.00
Wild Acres smoked turkey | swiss | firecracker slaw | sauerkraut | tomato-caper aioli | organic rye
Incredible Grilled CheeseUS$10.00
white cheddar | swiss | organic sourdough
Tuna MeltUS$12.00
grilled tuna salad | swiss | roasted tomato | chive aioli | organic sourdough rye
Wild Acres Turkey & Bacon CroissantUS$11.00
smoked Wild Acres turkey | nitrate-free bacon | swiss tomato | organic spinach | chive aioli | croissant
California WrapUS$11.00
Wild Acres smoked turkey | house-made guacamole | roasted tomato | romaine | chipotle sour cream
Plant WrapUS$10.00
coconut red beans | romaine | red peppers | carrots | radish | pickled red onions | pico de gallo | guacamole

Hearty Soups

Add Bread - $1

Tomato BasilUS$4.00
fresh basil in a tomato cream base
Chicken Wild RiceUS$4.00
chicken | minnesota wild rice | carrots | onion | cream
Vegan Black Bean ChiliUS$4.00
organic black beans | ancho peppers | chipotle peppers | corn | bell peppers | tomatoes | onions
Daily Soup SpecialUS$4.00
ask about our house-made special of the day

Mains

Blackened Fish TacosUS$13.00
mahi | firecracker slaw | radish | cilantro-lime aioli | pickled red onion | organic mixed greens | make it vegan with tempeh & soy-cilantro aioli
Black Bean & Chicken QuesadillaUS$12.00
chicken | organic black beans | organic spinach | mozzarella | salsa | guacamole | chipotle sour cream
The Healing PlateUS$14.00
grilled tempeh | organic brown rice | sautéed greens | mashed sweet potato | firecracker slaw | coconut-scented red beans | orange vinaigrette
Mac & CheeseUS$12.00
organic gluten-free penne | parmesan | cheddar | gouda | served with a side of organic mixed greens

Sustainable Burgers

Served with your Choice of: organic tortilla chips & salsa | firecracker slaw | organic mixed greens. Substitute Hand-cut Organic Fries - Add $2 | Substitute Gf Bread - Add $2

Wild Acres Turkey BurgerUS$13.00
smoked gouda | nitrate-free bacon | guacamole lettuce | tomato | onion | pickles | garlic-chive aioli | 100% organic sprouted bun
North Star Elk BurgerUS$13.00
swiss | nitrate-free bacon | pickled red onions | lettuce | tomato | pickles | organic milk bun | garlic chive aioli
Stone Bridge Beef BurgerUS$13.00
cheddar | lettuce | tomato | onion | pickles | garlic chive aioli | organic milk bun
Plant BurgerUS$14.00
grilled Beyond burger | Herbivorous Butcher "swiss" | pickled red onions | tomato-soy aioli | romaine | 100% sprouted organic bun

Little Ones

Age 10 and Under

Three Mini Corn PancakesUS$6.00
served until 3 pm daily. Three mini pancakes, powdered sugar, Wisconsin maple syrup
Kids Healing PlateUS$6.00
organic brown rice | organic mashed roasted sweet potato | coconut red beans
Stonebridge Farm BurgerUS$8.00
grass-fed beef burger | house-made milk bun | chips
Grilled CheeseUS$6.00
organic sourdough | white cheddar | served with carrots & hummus
Campfire EggsUS$7.00
served until 3 pm daily. Two organic Schultz scrambled eggs | one nitrate-free bacon strip | one slice organic sourdough toast
Kids QuesadillaUS$5.00
flour tortilla | cheddar cheese
Mac & CheeseUS$7.00
organic gluten-free penne | cheddar cheese sauce | served with carrot sticks

Sides

Grilled Sustainable SalmonUS$8.00
Grilled Hormone-Free ChickenUS$6.00
Marinated Organic Rosewood TofuUS$5.00
House-Made SalsaUS$2.00
House-Made GuacamoleUS$2.50
Gluten-Free ToastUS$4.50
Organic Brown RiceUS$5.00
Firecracker SlawUS$4.00
Nitrate-Free BaconUS$5.00
Chicken ChorizoUS$5.00
breakfast only
Vegan SausageUS$5.00
breakfast only
Organic Schultz Egg
breakfast only
- SingleUS$2.00
Organic Tofu ScrambleUS$5.00
breakfast only
House-Made Organic Hash BrownsUS$5.00
breakfast only
All-Natural Peanut ButterUS$2.00
breakfast only
Seasonal FruitUS$7.00
breakfast only

Peoples Organic Coffee

Fair-Trade Organic CoffeeUS$3.25
Cold Pressed Organic CoffeeUS$4.00
EspressoUS$2.75
LatteUS$4.00
CappuccinoUS$4.00
Au LaitUS$3.25
AmericanoUS$3.25
MacchiatoUS$3.25
Shot in the DarkUS$3.25
MielUS$4.25
MochaUS$4.25
FMB MochaUS$4.00
Turtle MochaUS$4.75
SteamerUS$3.25
Hot ChocolateUS$3.50
made with our house-made vegan chocolate
Organic Masala Chai LatteUS$4.50
Milk options: skim, 2%, whole or soy

Fresh Brewed Iced Tea

House-Made Organic Black TeaUS$4.00
Featured Organic Iced TeaUS$4.00
Arnie PalmerUS$4.50
made with our fresh-squeezed lemonade and house-made iced tea

Juices & Sodas

Fresh Squeezed LemonadeUS$4.50
choice of sweeteners: agave, maple syrup, or simple syrup
Organic Orange JuiceUS$4.50
Organic Grapefruit JuiceUS$4.50
Organic Apple CiderUS$4.50
French / Italian SodaUS$3.50

Brunch Cocktails

Bloody MaryUS$10.00
organic Thatcher's vodka, house-spiced tomato juice, celery salt rim
Dill Bloody MaryUS$11.00
Dill Aquavit vodka, house-spiced tomato juice, celery salt rim
MimosaUS$9.00
champagne & organic orange juice
ScrewdriverUS$9.00
Thatcher's organic vodka & organic orange juice
GreyhoundUS$9.00
Thatcher's organic vodka & organic grapefruit juice
Salty DogUS$9.00
Thatcher's organic vodka, organic grapefruit juice, salted rim
BelliniUS$9.00
champagne & peach nectar
Irish CoffeeUS$9.00
Jameson & People's Organic Coffee
Brass MonkeyUS$9.00
Thatcher's organic vodka, dark rum & orange juice
RadlerUS$9.00
Surly Furious & organic grapefruit juice

Organic Loose Leaf Tea

A Selection of Organic Rishi Teas $3.75

Black
earl grey | earl grey lavender | china breakfast | golden assam | vanilla bean | ceylon single estate china breakfast
Oolong
coconut | iron goddess of mercy
Green
Jasmine | orange blossom | jade cloud | genmai matcha
Herbal
chamomile medley | peppermint | blueberry rooibos | ginger lime rooibos | hibiscus rooibos
White
peach blossom

What 629 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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629 Reviews

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A100
VIP
Minneapolis
20 reviews
2.0
20 reviews
Dined on 11 October 2021
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Very busy and full restaurant. Lucked out with a corner table. Otherwise definitely would have been uncomfortable with so many full tables so close together. Waitress was super busy with lots of tables luckily we were not in any hurry. First time eating there and was going for gluten free meal. Had the fried chicken sandwich and firecracker slaw as a side dish. Did not like the flavor of either the sandwich or the slaw very bitter was expecting firecracker to be spicy or tangy not bitter so maybe just personal preference or misunderstanding what firecracker flavor is supposed to mean.
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Mark
Minneapolis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, safe surroundings, excellent service, great value
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ruthd
Minneapolis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 5 October 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Dining on the sunny patio punctuated by plants all around was very pleasant. My organic salad had the very best organic Romaine lettuce and very tasty maple dijon dressing with fresh apple slices - tasty. The coffee was aromatic and our server was very accommodating, pleasant and eager to please. My husband's burger was superb. We always look forward to having lunch at French Meadow in September/October to take pleasure in seeing the three red (Japanese?) maples but alas, our drought and hot summer was too much for them this year, we think. Very positive experience all around. Thank you.
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KathyH
Minneapolis
30 reviews
3.0
30 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
All was good except for minimal parking. Very difficult to find any place to park.
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Indiana
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 September 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Their back patio is amazing in the fall. You do have to deal with the occasional bee, unfortunately, but no more so than any other patio this time of year. Their lattes are delicious :)
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Minneapolis
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 24 September 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Too noisy!! Neither my friend nor I could hear each other across the table. The noise level ruined our experience.
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MaryY
Minneapolis
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a beautiful evening in the patio!
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JohnL
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 September 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very tasty breakfast. Good portion size. Very friendly and efficient waitress.
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Mark
Minneapolis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 19 September 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
As always, food and service were great. Server was very pleasant and engaging. Only complaint is they were a little skimpy on the fries. Everyone ran short so we ordered a family order. We love French Meadow, both locations.
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MarjR
Minneapolis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 18 September 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server was great! Food was good, coconut cake was wonderful!
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French Meadow Cafe' - Grand Ave offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (651) 789-8870.

French Meadow Cafe' - Grand Ave is rated 4.5 stars by 629 OpenTable diners.

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1662 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105

Additional information

Cross Street
Macalester Street
Area
Saint Paul
Hours of Operation
Daily 7:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
For your convenience, off-street parking is available across the street from the restaurant in the shared lot with Patagonia.
Public transit
#63 - Grand Ave. & Cambridge St.#83 and A Line - Snelling & Grand Ave
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Timothy McKenzie
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.frenchmeadowcafe.com/
Phone number
(651) 789-8870

French Meadow Cafe' - Grand Ave

Not available on OpenTable

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Morning Food

Avocado ToastUS$10.00

Blueberry Corn PancakeUS$8.00

Organic Heart Healthy OatmealUS$9.00

Classic Vegan BreakfastUS$11.00

Classic Egg BreakfastUS$11.00

Cajun HashbrownsUS$10.00

Breakfast QuesadillaUS$12.00

Breakfast BurritoUS$11.00

Egg & Bacon CroissantUS$11.00

Organic Egg BenedictUS$12.00

Salmon Eggs BenedictUS$14.00

Eggs & Smoked SalmonUS$13.00

Daily Featured OmeletteUS$11.00

The "Zone" OmeletteUS$11.00

To Get You Started

Earth Wings®US$10.00

Chips & SalsaUS$5.00

Organic Pommes FritesUS$6.00

Organic Greens

HarvestUS$11.00

ZenUS$14.00

SpaUS$12.00

Apple & CheddarUS$12.00

Roasted BeetUS$12.00

City CobbUS$13.00

Rustic Sandwiches & Wraps

Tempeh ReubenUS$12.00

Grilled RachelUS$12.00

Incredible Grilled CheeseUS$10.00

Tuna MeltUS$12.00

Wild Acres Turkey & Bacon CroissantUS$11.00

California WrapUS$11.00

Plant WrapUS$10.00

Hearty Soups

Tomato BasilUS$4.00

Chicken Wild RiceUS$4.00

Vegan Black Bean ChiliUS$4.00

Daily Soup SpecialUS$4.00

Mains

Blackened Fish TacosUS$13.00

Black Bean & Chicken QuesadillaUS$12.00

The Healing PlateUS$14.00

Mac & CheeseUS$12.00

Sustainable Burgers

Wild Acres Turkey BurgerUS$13.00

North Star Elk BurgerUS$13.00

Stone Bridge Beef BurgerUS$13.00

Plant BurgerUS$14.00

Little Ones

Three Mini Corn PancakesUS$6.00

Kids Healing PlateUS$6.00

Stonebridge Farm BurgerUS$8.00

Grilled CheeseUS$6.00

Campfire EggsUS$7.00

Kids QuesadillaUS$5.00

Mac & CheeseUS$7.00

Sides

Grilled Sustainable SalmonUS$8.00

Grilled Hormone-Free ChickenUS$6.00

Marinated Organic Rosewood TofuUS$5.00

House-Made SalsaUS$2.00

House-Made GuacamoleUS$2.50

Gluten-Free ToastUS$4.50

Organic Brown RiceUS$5.00

Firecracker SlawUS$4.00

Nitrate-Free BaconUS$5.00

Chicken ChorizoUS$5.00

Vegan SausageUS$5.00

Organic Schultz Egg

Organic Tofu ScrambleUS$5.00

House-Made Organic Hash BrownsUS$5.00

All-Natural Peanut ButterUS$2.00

Seasonal FruitUS$7.00

Peoples Organic Coffee