Serves meat, vegan options available. European-style cafe and bakery that offers labeled food menus with multiple choices for vegans. Look to the "plant" sections as well as items marked by v. Example of dishes include breakfast tofu scramble, avocado toast, tomato basil soup, a few salads, coconut burry, tempeh tacos, beyond burger, vegan mac n cheese, and tempeh reuben sandwich. Check the dessert case for vegan sweet options. Open Mon-Wed 7:30am-3:00pm, Thu-Sun 7:30am-9:00pm.
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2610 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, 55408
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59 Reviews
First Review by condekedar
jennifermettler
Points +25
This place deserves 10+ stars! - Edit
SO GOOD. I have never left a review on a restaurant before, but this place has seriously the most delicious food I’ve had in my life.
Read moreThere’s so many vegan options, including many entrees, ranging from sandwiches to salads to pancakes and more, as well as many AMAZING vegan desserts, and vegan hot chocolate :). I’ve been here several times and haven’t tried half of what they have to offer. Every time I order something, I’m blown away how delicious it is!
Overall, lots of healthy options as well as treats for us vegans, with some non-vegan options for friends who aren’t vegans and are craving Mac and cheese or something. I’m not exaggerating when I say some of the best food I’ve ever eaten was from here.
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veganbeanbaby
Points +69
Must try - Edit
I absolutely love this restaurant. The menu was very accommodating with many GF and vegan options. I had the Classic Vegan Breakfast and it was so good. It was refreshing to have a savory vegan breakfast! The vegan sausage was delicious as well. Overall perfect breakfast with a wonderful vibe. Can’t wait to go back.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Not expensive , Outdoor seating
Cons: I can’t eat here all the time 😪
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AndreaBugyis
Points +451
Great Options!! - Edit
Awesome vegan classic breakfast! The lunch and desserts look phenomenal too. Plus the oatmeal cappuccino was 15/10 amazing!
Read moreDefinitely gonna go back!
Pros: Lots of vegan options, Great drink selection, Sustainability mindset
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ErinLindseyxx
Points +61
A must try restaurant - Edit
I absolutely love their vegan Rueben. I get it almost every time for lunch before I leave the city. So great!
Read morePros: Location, Friendly staff, Decor
Cons: Wait times
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thewanderfulme
Points +45
Vegan brekky 👌🏼 - Edit
If you’re looking for a delicious vegan breakfast, this is the place to get it! Their veg breakfast platter is out of this world.
Read moreThe lattes and cappuccino are good too!
Pros: Great vegan breakfast options
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sophiawood
Points +507
So good - Edit
LOVE the vegan breakfast. They have a good amount of vegan pastries as well. Good ambiance!
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plantbased77
Points +125
Great for vegans and non - Edit
Went with my 2 wild boys (age 3 and 5) and parents. I got the vegan breakfast and one of my kids got the cornmeal vegan pancakes. Both delicious. My non -vegan family members enjoyed omelets and breakfast burritos. Win for all!
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BlueFields
Points +38
Wonderful breakfast and lunch cafe - Edit
This is an adorable cafe with lots of vegan options. You can choose between table or counter service when you first walk in. We choose counter service and the staff was friendly and helpful and the food came out quickly. We are the classic vegan breakfast, the Earth Wings, and the blueberry corn pancakes and everything was delicious. We also had juice and a cocktail and they were fresh and tasty. They also had a beautiful display case of pastries and sweets with lots of vegan options. We were stuffed after our meal but we'll be back to try them! I’d give this place five stars if I could. The food was better here than other all veg/vegan places I’ve been to.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options! , Friendly staff , Cute atmosphere
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allirae
Points +1440
At least half the menu is veg-friendly! - Edit
Another of my favorites in the city. So many great vegan options with a wide variety of cuisine and choices. AMAZING brunch options!
Read morePros: Lots of veg options, Multiple locations , Great prices
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Jadediana
Points +3022
Top Vegan Spot in MPS - Edit
By far one of my favorite vegan spots in Minneapolis. The food has never disappointed me. Great options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I went here a couple times for breakfast and lunch. Ordered the vegan breakfast and a sandwich for lunch. Both options were fantastic. For breakfast they had a really yummy sausage patty and the tofu scramble wasn’t the best I’ve ever had but still pretty good. You have to rely on street parking which is expected of a downtown location. The interior design has a fantastic modern design which makes it an ideal sit-down. It’s a great spot if you have some omnivorous friends as there are options for everyone.
Read morePros: Variety of vegan foods, Rich yummy Desserts!, Great atmosphere
Cons: Usually very busy-make reservations
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SaraSmith
Points +456
Great! - Edit
Got there a little late but still had a great meal. The butternut squash was very unique and tasty. The vegan turtle cake is a great choice too if you’re a fan of nuts! Would love to come back to try everything else!
Read morePros: beautiful, delicious , good variety
Cons: pricey, had some items out of stock
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Bgeezy
Points +744
Wouldnt go again but its okay! - Edit
The staff were friendly and there are vegan options offered. I found it to be pretty expensive though. I got avocado toast and the tofu scramble dish as well as OJ. I believe it was around $30 just for these things. $5 for a glass of OJ is crazy. The food itself was okay, I didnt really like the avocado toast and I thought the tofu scrambles and sausages were just alright.
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ellieann
Points +59
One Me and My friends favorite places to go - Edit
THe vegan breakfast and desserts at french medow cafe are amazing. Making it a great place to meet for brunch in the morning or grab a drink and a piece of cake at night.
Read morePros: tasty vegan options
Cons: not all vegan.
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KarenTatur
Points +369
great food - ok service - Edit
I tried the cesar salad and green curry with tofu. Delicious! Great atmosphere. Love the philosophy. Service was ok.
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HannahQuast
Points +36
Super good! - Edit
I had their vegan turtle cake and it has changed my life. I don't even like chocolate cake and it was the best thing ever!
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AnastasiaFantasia
Points +62
Vegan Hangover Breakfast Approved - Edit
Well, I think my review is in the title. I always seem to end up here a night after drinking. Why? A lot of token vegan options are super healthy at the majority of restaurants. Don't get me wrong, I am a bit of a health nut. But even the most dedicated of health freaks need something heavy once and a while. For this I would recommend the tofu scramble breakfast. I've never had that anywhere else, so I have nothing to compare it to, but I really liked it! This place also has gluten free options! I recommend checking it out when you are in the cities :)
Read morePros: Good Food, Pretty Location
Cons: drinks are a bit expensive , usually busy
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JulieEA
Points +2741
Yum! The answer to your hungry airport woes! - Edit
I arrived here super hungry with 2 hours before my next flight. I already had French Meadow Bakery on my list as a vegan-friendly place to try. I ordered almost everything on the menu that was vegan... coleslaw, breakfast potatoes, tofu scramble, and some kind of savory corncake. It was all incredible! I was really happy to find this place. The service was quick and friendly, and the server was knowledgeable about vegan options. The food was tasty and varied! I would definitely eat here again! Much better than typical airport options. I'd go here if it weren't in the airport as well!
Read morePros: multiple vegan options, savory & delicious, creative and tasty
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m@earthville
Points +10392
Several good vegan options - Edit
While we'd prefer to eat at Ecopolitian if we're in this neighborhood, French Meadow is worth considering if you're dining with others who want something non-veg. There are quite a few vegan options on the menu, including several tasty vegan desserts.
Read moreThe restaurant has both a table-service section and a counter-service section. The former is warmer during the winter months, due to icy drafts in the latter whenever someone comes or goes through the main door.
Pros: Several good vegan options, friendly service
Cons: Serves meat
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jeremykelley
Points +60
The best Vegan in town - Edit
During my trip to Minneapolis this place topped the list for Vegan meals. I had an amazing coconut green curry that i still dream about. I tried a couple other dishes and all were amazing.
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cassandramarie
Points +36
Yum! - Edit
love the vegan breakfast, the vegan sausage, blueberry pancakes and the salads
Read moretry something new every time i go
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cookiem
Points +5952
Mediocre creativity for great ingredients - Edit
The menu is extensive and draws you in as a vegan - as you think to yourself of all the iterations you will have that will be delicious for lunch or dinner or brunch. Then you order, then you receive your order, then you eat, then…. yes, then….. you realize the intentions are great, the space is nice, the menu is wonderful, the farm-to-table/ local focus is amazing, the dessert case is impressive, the vegan marked items are comforting… but then the actual flavors, textures, mouth feel, nutritional rainbow and satiation are not quite up to par.
Read moreSo, here's what I can say. The appetizers are great - like the chips (so good!) with salsa/ guacamole and soup and salad. However, the entrees are not filling or healthful enough for my taste, so they might as well just be less healthful and fulfill some other food need. If you like simple sandwiches like burgers and wraps for lunch, this place will do. They try to just make traditional stuff in vegan form, so, it leaves something to be desired.
The desserts look incredible, but…. they are sorely lacking in the texture and quality that I yearn to experience in vegan desserts. To me, it's like these desserts are the desserts that non-vegans try to make and serve that end up having non-vegans say: "I don't like vegan dessert."
However, if your standards are just that this place is better than no place at 10.30 pm at night on a Tuesday, ok, you're good. The lattes are great - you can have almond, coconut, soy, rice or hemp milk. Lots of great teas, too.
Pros: Extensive vegan choices, 5 nondairy milk choices, Desserts plentiful
Cons: Not as healthful as it seems, Vegan versions of "traditional" foods
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EverydayTastiness
Points +2744
Awesome Brunch spot - Edit
Brunch at French Meadow in Minneapolis is one of our weekend favorites.
Read moreThe classic vegan breakfast (hashbrowns, tofu scramble, vegan sausage, and hemp toast) has been my favorite brunch item for several years, and then my wife suggested I try the kale salad. Yum! I've been getting it every time since.
They use flat kale aka dino kale. They say it is raw, but they clearly have blanched or steamed it for a minute or two. The leaves are softer and slightly curled. They toss it with some gingered tamari and olive oil and sprinkle a generous amount of pumpkin seeds on top. I like mine most with some fresh squeezed lemon. The tangy lemon goes great with the savory seeds.
Pros: Tasty Food, Great Staff
Cons: Parking, Not Cheap
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TillieGarafola
Points +32
Gluten-free, vegan heaven! - Edit
The menu is extensive with gluten-free and vegan options, which includes dessert. Not many places offer so many options, maybe one or two menu items that fit such a strict diet.
Read morePros: Well priced, Giant menu, Friendly staff
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jhawk
Points +84
Vegan Breakfast & Organic Coffee - Edit
Thanks to Happy Cow I found this cafe not far from the hostel I was staying at while visiting the Twin Cities for the annual Rhymesayers Soundset Hip Hop Festival. It was early in the morning and the place was hopping. I went for the Vegan Breakfast Plate (Tofu scramble, with vegan sausage, golden hash browns and organic sourdough toast). It was a bit pricy at $9.50, with a vegan scone and organic coffee it was close to a $15 dollar breakfast but I would do it again.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Sunday February 19, 2012
Pros: Friendly Staff, Good Quality, Outdoor Seating
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stpaulmn
Points +23
A+ - Edit
Great restaurant, with always excellent vegetarian choices. This is a great place for both vegetarians and meat eaters -- the food and atmosphere are great.
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Jofor4
Points +36
Nice to have in an airport - Edit
This was a very pleasant surprise to have vegan options in an airport. The black bean chili was great as well as the marinated tofu wrap that came with a small salad. Prices were a bit better I thought then 'regular' airport food but we do not fly that often.
Read morePros: Vegan, Fast, Convenient
Cons: Price, Limited selections
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keevegan
Points +69
Happy welcoming Surprise! - Edit
It was an icy day in Minneapolis when I, and two of my vegan companions walked wearily out of the cold and into French Meadow Bakery. Our first impression was that we did not belong here. It appeared fancy and upscale especially judging from the other diner's suits and black dresses! We did not have much money to spend and were quite worn for wear from our travels. To the contrary, we received friendly and thorough service. We shared three separate vegan entrees and a few baskets of vegan bread for a fairly affordable price (
Read morePros: excellent food, friendly staff
Cons: too classy for a drop in snack.
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