Field & Fire Cafe

Cute little place! I got the biscuit sandwich, which was delicious, if a bit small. I would also say that a side salad for breakfast is an interesting choice, while a normally expected side like potatoes were an additional $2+ up charge. That said! It was all delicious, the staff was extremely pleasant, as was the atmosphere. I'd go back.

My friend recommended this place and it lived up to her praise! Went here to get breakfast before hitting the road. I got a biscuit sandwich (much smaller than anticipated and different kind of biscuit than I was expecting coming from the South, but it was good!). What blew me away were their pastries!! SO good. Definitely worth a visit.

This is a great cafe/breakfast spot! The kids fruit parfait has lots of yummy fruit, granola and yogurt. They even have kids utensils. The breakfast burrito was wonderful filled with black beans and purple potatoes. I also had the cafe miel, this was prepared wonderfully. There is ample room, the service was tremendously nice, and the atmosphere is modern yet comfortable. I definitely recommend Field & Fire Cafe.

Such a great spot! I had an oat milk café miel with the Havest Toast on righteous seed bread and added an egg on top. It was perfect! The butternut-miso with the roasted mushrooms and melty gruyere were such a morning vibe!

Walked into this nearly full Cafe this morning. First time there and could tell many seemed like regulars. A good sign for someone in town visiting. The wife and I ordered a Matcha Latte and Cortado, respectively, and were very impressed. They were delicious. Will try their brunch/lunch next time! Highly recommend!

love the amount of seating at Field and Fire. The atmosphere is really inviting, comfortable and clean. I had the jasmine fog tea - with butterfly pea (one of their winter specials) it was delicious! I tried the eggnog danish - delectable also. It was a perfect spot to sit with a friend and catch up with some cozy drinks

Amazing bread and very fresh ingredients. I really love the vegan options, especially the tofu sandwich. The flavors of the seasoned tofu, mushrooms, and sauce work so well together! Definitely one of my favorite sandwiches in GR. They also support their community by selling local art and other goods. Highly recommend this spot, for vegan food and for everyone else too

Beautiful space buzzing with energy on a Saturday morning. Kind staff! Ample seating! The vegan skillet was delicious, great cook on the veggies and tasty cashew cream sauce. My partner tried the vegan special and the red sauce and blue corn tortillas were phenomenal. I wish this breakfast became a regular menu item. We will definitely be coming back!!

Stopped in for lunch after a mid morning walk along the river. Tried their lunch special 1/2 grilled cheese with the lentil soup and a caramel carrot cake latte, everything was delicious. Service was on point from the barista, counter help to the cooks in the back. The place was packed, I sat at the counter, had to wait for people to get up before taking a seat-standing room only. There's everything on the menu-coffee, pastries, toasts, breakfast, sandwiches, bowls, salads, soups. Nice place. Visiting from VA on spring break.

I've eaten many breakfast sandwiches at many local breakfast joints across the country and the English muffin sandwich I am eating may be the best I've had. I ordered it sans bacon, which I always do with reservation because I'm afraid of modifying the integrity of the recipe....but as a vegetarian it had to go. And it did not disappoint. The bakery looks outstanding and the ambience is great. Definitely worth the trip.

The food was amazing, their fried potatoes were some of the best I have ever had. The sour dough toast was also amazing with a homemade cranberry jam. Freshly brewed coffee hit the spot. We definitely will be coming back again!

Service was friendly and inviting Coffee was on point and I can't speak enough on a good organic breakie!!! Such a pleasant find.

First I love the matcha and how fresh and healthy the ingredients are, but this place needs to work on their flavor combos because a lot of their seasonings and sauces don't compliment each other, the breakfast burrito wasn't good maybe I'm hyper critical on the flavor because I'm mexican but it's off, the breakfast sandwhich was soo good though

Tasty food. Love field & fire bread. Food is a bit oily, but it tastes like olive oil... so... a healthy yum. Strong coffee. Kids also love this place and request to go here. Best bacon in town. Love pairing breakfast with a bright/ acidic salad. Fun to see all of the baked goods. Staff is friendly and kind. Order at the counter and clear your own table. Fun little park nearby and recently we've noticed a mobile sauna across the street.

Field and fire is one of my current favorites for brunch or lunch at the moment. If you are in the downtown area, want a place near the River, are vegan or GF this is my recommendation. The chai oatmilk latte is my favorite here, it's always nice and strong with the cinnamon :D Food wise: I actually really like their Vegan grilled cheese, it's sweet and savory at the same time and you can get it GF too. As other Yelpers have mentioned it can be a little heavy on the oily side, just an FYI. (The sandwiches are pretty big so they're great for sharing!) The soups are hearty and delicious, the ginger carrot one I loved (not on the menu right now) and the ajiaco is delicious too! Cup size is perfect! I know they have a lunch special deal too so it's nice so you try different things. Ambiance & Service: This is one of the places that can fill up really quick so it's recommended to go early before the rush comes in. Seating is available and it's pretty comfortable with just one other person or a group of four. It's very relaxing. For the service they are always so kind, just note that the Baristas can be a little bit more spicy so good luck if you want to ask them something. Overall, it's always a good time if you want to go with someone to enjoy yourself a nice meal with some heartier, healthier options.

Walk up and order, grab your condiments and return your plates etc. As others have mentioned a nice self service vibe. There was an unfortunate incident with our order being lost (tickets not getting to kitchen so hopefully that big is fixed) and unfortunately no one realized we weren't getting food but the ladies behind the counter were very apologetic and made the situation right, and got our food on the fly so it quickly was resolved. The menu overall was mouth watering, lots of yummy options- also some vegan and GF options if I remember. I got the hot mess Scramble which was tasty, I did enjoy adding the founders hot sauce for an extra kick. My wife got the breakfast burrito which surprisingly was a little bland. Lots of unique and tasty pastry and breakfast options: she raves about the zucchini bread. The cafe itself was pretty busy with alot off coffee people working on laptops and did offer a few outside tables. Definitely worth a try!

I love this place, and I feel good about supporting this business! Fresh local ingredients, options for every dietary need, and artsy, cozy vibes. Every meal/drink I've ever ordered here has been delicious, and my body feels really good after! No mystery additives here - just really great food and kind people.

We came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. It was swamped and chaotic. The line to order was to the door, the line to pick up coffee orders was overflowing to the point you couldn't walk through to the other side of the restaurant, there were no more tables for dine-in available, but there was a wide open bar (section not currently open due to Covid). When we got to the order counter we were told that masks were REQUIRED to be worn, even though the sign on the door said optional, based on vaxxed status. The customer service otherwise was pretty good. The food was okay - my sandwich was greasy, and a bit hard to eat because the bread was very tough. I ended up just picking out the inside ingredients. Our coffee and tea drinks were delicious. I do enjoy their baked goods, but I doubt I'll come back for food.

First dining experience in Grand Rapids and it set the bar right above average for your hipster/updated breakfast cafe. I was pleased with the ordering service and overall service at the table. The "grab your own condiments and water" style of dining simply sets the vibe and not the service expectations. I feel as if this keeps the consumer aware of their waste - which is a positive for me. Many food items have Latin flare but the flavors don't own it. The chorizo in the burrito wasn't seasoned enough. Almost as if they tried to do something different to chorizo - simply don't. There were more potato's than anything in both of our dishes, which made the burrito a bit boring and difficult considering the size of the potato cuts. The bowl however was great and the texture of everything was nice, I do like crispy potatoes, but it's noticeable that the burrito and bowl are nearly identical in every way in terms of ingredients. For the bakery side, we ordered a butter croissant. It was tremendously flakey, exactly how a croissant should be. My only pick is it was still slightly doughy in the middle but it may be from the butter.

Super cute place. I love that they have organic produce, make their own bread and make sure their ingredients are local. Their lattes are great, I've had the breakfast burrito and biscuit sandwich, both are great options. Potatoes are good. I've also had their half/half lunch special. Curry Caesar is different but good, I'm not the biggest fan of their tomato bisque but could be my own preference than their turkey sandwich is good too!

What a fantastic breakfast! My wife and I went here to pick up some amazing sourdough bread and couldn't resist staying for breakfast. I had the local bacon and egg biscuit, and my wife had the hot mess scramble bowl. It was delicious, the biscuit was nice and flaky and super flavorful and the combination of eggs, bacon, and gruyere cheese was scrumptious. I had a few bites of my wife's breakfast and it was also amazing. The breakfast potatoes were also really good. Whether you need coffee, baked goods, or a nice breakfast, this is the place! And take a loaf of bread home with you, it's so good.

My weekend favorite for breakfast or lunch! Always fresh, delicious ingredients. Their sourdough bread is great. My go-to is any of their toast options. Can't go wrong with the specials too!

this was so yummy and cute, I had the curry cesar salad with chicken and I loved the curry take on cesar. I've never heard of anything like it before definitely would go again

Delicious giant pretzel for only $5! I don't usually like pretzels but this was perfectly soft and crunch at the same time. Super friendly employee as well.

Came here for the first time to order takeout. Nice place with maybe a half dozen tables for dine in (during covid). I know they do their bread well from when I've visited their downtown market location. Couldn't decide on a salad (a few choices on their menu) or a sandwich (several choices). Chose the falafel with a side salad (vs chips). The sandwich was simply scrumptious! Loved the toast on the seeded bread, and the falafel was crisp on the outside but soft on the inside. Delicious! The side salad was nice with the filling sandwich and came with a nice lemon vinaigrette dressing. Great place for a coffee and pastry or lunch or both! I found parking in the 820 parking lot that's open for retail shoppers.

This breakfast was great! I wish I took a photo but I ordered the basic breakfast with scrambled eggs, bacon and potatoes and toast that came with a delightful little jam. Shout out to those potatoes- SO MUCH YUMMY!! I've lived a block away for almost 3 years and I've never ordered this off of the menu and I am so sad, it was delightful. Service was great and lots of natural light kept us cool inside on a steamy day but still enjoyed the Monroe views. 10/10!

This place is a neat little coffee shop with great brunch options! I always prefer non-chain coffee shops and this one is definitely a great one! We stopped in to meet some friends on a Sunday on the way back to Southeast Michigan. It was incredibly busy due to church getting out, but luckily we found a table. They have a bunch of different sweet snacks, full meals, and drink options. We didn't get any food unfortunately, because we had ate at the hotel prior, but will definitely get some food next time! I got their homemade coffee and my fiance got the green tea (in the picture attached). They made quite the presentation for the tea! Even my coffee was pretty cool because it came in this very large mug. It created quite the buzz for me to drive home from Grand Rapids. We will definitely keep this place in mind next time we are in the area.

I went here for coffee and chai with friends. It was quite crowded and confusing on where the line started. It was slow and took several minutes of us standing for them to make a couple drinks. My friend got a dirty chai and said it was flavorless and watery for $8.25 it was totally overpriced. My regular chai was not good. Tasted just like milk and had tons of ice. The size medium was tiny. My friends mouth hurts after drinking it.

We had an excellent experience for breakfast. The food was prepared perfectly with fresh ingredients. My latte was as good as any I've had. The staff was friendly and it made for the perfect place to have breakfast while we were visiting Grand Rapids. (And I liked that they are environmentally conscientious.)

Menu & qr code available once inside. Order & pay at register then take number to desired table. Food is brought to your table & the number is removed. Friendly staff

I'm a total regular here. As a vegan, I find so many options. They're very creative and varied in their dishes. There are MULTIPLE dishes I can eat. I particularly like the spinach chickpea soup, the Nutcase Vegan Skillet, the Resolution Bowl, and the Tofu sandwich. They're a little heavy on the oil, so you may want to mention to them to be light on the oil on your dish. They're also very nice here -- I've never encountered an employee who wasn't extremely kind. I really love this place.

Mmm, mmmm, Field and Fire. A tiny eatery right out of the hipster manifesto. Serving up mediocre breakfast with side of high end douchebaggery. "Hipsters you say? In Michigan?" I know right? Having lived on the west coast where hipsters were all the rage, imagine my surprise when I moved to Michigan and found a little taste of coolest kids around right here in the ol' Midwest. Not the "authentic" kind of course. These are the ones that learned how to be cool from twitter. They got it down though. With as little as a scarf, tight pants, and a beanie they leverage their lack of any self worth into being part of something bigger. Something, Field and Fire-y. They have it all. Starting with the best staff. No tangible job skills? Social IQ of a homeschooled teenager? Not a problem for Field on Fire. Additude is all you'll need. There you'll learn that serving garnished, non-gmo, hormone-free, free-range, locally sourced, free-trade, eggs is not only a valid life skill, but one you can lord over others not unlike being a doctor or a scientist. Your eggs are special and no one is getting them until they validate you as a person. Food service is not a job, it's a lifestyle choice and you've proved it with that avocado tattoo on your forearm. Breakfast is your life and you definitely won't be living at home in your 30's. They are a delightful people. They don't stop at brilliant staffing either! Service at Field and Fur is top notch. Wanna opt out of the shitty coffee and over priced off brand guava juice? No problem, grab a wet glass off the buffet tray and use the same pitcher as 70 other people to get your own water. Then after you enjoy your $15 egg McMuffin you get to buss your own table and sort the dishes into neat little bins. What a relief! I hate paying more for food when they get to do all the services for me. Oh and don't forget you wipe down the table. (No one else will do it that's for sure.) Where do you leave the tip you ask? You don't have to. They already got it from you when you ordered. That's right, it was that 25% button that was pre-selected for you when they flipped that hip little tablet around to get your card. And they look right at you as you approve it thinking, well at least I'll get good service. The environment at Feel on Fire is warm and welcoming in an elitest sort of way. You order and stand around waiting for one of the laptop wielding tiktokers to finish up their "screenplay" so you can get a seat. Oh but not for long! Cuz they will tell you waiting 5 minutes for you food is not allowed. Stand in line all day but after you order get outside. Winter be damned. No mask mandates in you state? Not a problem here. They will yell at you from behind the counter to "mask up" before you're even through the door. They even give you masks (cuz no one has them anymore). Science has no business here. Virtue signals riegh (non-gender specific) king at Flee the Fire. Sit at a magic table if you want to have your mask off, (between bites only says the sign). Can't get the coof sittin' down right? Perhaps you'd prefer to sit in one of the classy outdoor hovels. That's why I got vaccinated, so I could freeze my ass off eating in a plastic tent out in the gutter. Want to know more? Well these lovely little shitboxes rival homeless camps in their charm. Maybe it the way the gutters run through the inside of the shack or that the little space heaters have the temperature knobs covered with tape and a note saying "don't turn above 57 degrees, will blow fuse". (Over 57? Who'd wanna eat in that sauna.) They leak and drip on you while you struggle to stay warm on the yard sale lawn furniture. I loved it. Really gave me that, "what is happening right now" feeling. So bring the whole family to Feelin' Tired, one at a time of course, there's no seating. And don't forget to tip cuz they deserve it?

Wonderful food options - I got the limited weekend special of vegan chix & waffles! The staff are very helpful and knowledgable and the service was speedy and everything was delish and gourmet!

Delicious place for brunch!!! Everything was so fresh and tasty! I tried their "hot vegan mess". Employees were really friendly.

First time at Field & Fire cafe location on Monroe. Have purchased bread from the downtown market location. Their fresh baked bread never disappoints. Alternative flour choices like Spelt and Kamut are available. Order ahead for other than regular wheat bread. Their Cafe menu has vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Also, ala carte options that aren't on the menu. Ask the staff. They were knowledgeable and very patient with my 20 questions:)) Order and pay at their counter. The staff will deliver food to your table. Overall, I was pleased. Had 3 friends with me, and they were pleased too. Would have given 5 stars except ordered Oatmeal. Next time, I will order an egg option. Their breakfasts with the side petite salad would be generous enough for women to split.

Food and drink are very good and tasty! Hubs had the Eggs Benedict special and I had the Vegan "hot mess". I was wondering where the Nutcase vegan sausage was, but it was (very) lightly portioned and crumbled on top, I would've liked a bit more! I like that they use a high end local coffee roaster, Madcap at time of writing this review. I know for a fact that Madcap uses a natural decaffeination process for their decaf (effervescent I believe) which you have to watch out for at most restaurants which use low grade coffee and a very harmful chemical process for decaffeination (like formaldehyde!). It is self-seating and self-service and I only knocked a star off because I felt they could add a bit more nicety in this area like just checking on you and that the food is okay rather than just dropping it on your table without a word or a smile. We still always tip at the register for self-service. Also, some items were a bit overpriced for the portion you get. The gal making coffee was hustling and great though! Quite a bit of seating available, but it can get full at busy times. Only street parking and a paid lot across the road FYI

Wifey says she liked it, but more breakfasty. I liked the pastries! The service was quick! They had some gluten free options! The hot chocolate was divine! The ambiance is lively!

F&F is the cute little neighborhood bakery & cafe that produces awesome breakfast/lunch, incredible baked goods and all sorts of different loaves of bread. They always have a great daily special board but the Breakfast Burrito and Hot Mess skillet are delicious go-tos. They also happen to brew some of the finest coffee in GR with an ever rotating lineup of quality beans to try and bags of them to buy too.

Inspired food! Buddha bowl- spinach, quinoa, avocado, poppyseed, carrots, chipotle sauce Turkey panino- Michigan turkey, zucchini, mozzarella, mayo.... Baked goods- there are lots of them! Yummy brownies, tons of macaroons, huge croissants The man working was very kind and intelligent and there seemed to be pride in the food. All the ingredients are local and organic!

Field & Fire cafe. ⁣ ⁣ If you didn't know, most pastries from coffee shops in Grand Rapids come from the one and only Field and Fire. They are known for their amazingly tasty croissants and their freshly baked bread made right in their Downtown Market bakery! They even buy meats from Louise Earl Butcher ⁣ ⁣ If you're interested in knowing more about the responsible & sustainable practices of Field and Fire, I highly recommend checking out their website that is full of honest answers. ⁣

Found this cute little place and fell in love! There's a great atmosphere and it attracts a variety of people: college-aged people studying and grown families and everything in between. LOVE that breakfast is served all day and the menu items were interesting and varied. I tried the avocado mash with a small salad and it was simple and delicious. Everyone else enjoyed their food as well and the corn off the cob was the crowd favorite. The pastries looked appealing too! Wish we lived closer to return, but I highly recommend this place for your next meal or snack!

Fantastic service, accomodating of small variations to the menu and crazy efficient despite being packed out!

Field & Fire is a neat restaurant in Grand Rapids. It is decorated in a modern style. The staff were very flexible in helping our kids find dishes to order. I had the special of the Day, Mexican Omelet. It was an omelette with Chorizo, sour cream, cheese and Salsa. The flavor was very balanced and the dish was lighter than I expected. The petite salad was very tasty though a little bitter. I would order this dish again. My wife had the Buddha Bowl. It was quinoa, chickpeas, and salad. She expected a bit more flavor. The kids were Ok with the Strawberry Jam and bread they ordered. The Strawberry jam was light and fresh. Overall we will come back to try more of the dishes when we visit GR again.

Loved this spot in Grand Rapids! My husband ordered the crispy whitefish which was fresh and topped with a homemade slaw. It's was lightly fried and not too heavy. I ordered the turkey club on their organic sourdough bread. Both came with a nice side salad in their citrus vinaigrette. We split a cold brew coffee which was fresh and well balanced. I loved their commitment to the environment, having eliminated single use items and instead using cloth napkins and glassware. Highly recommend for local, fresh food. Also their desserts looked amazing!

Nice small coffee store. Ordered a breakfast sandwhich to-go. The order took 30 minutes as I watched people eat who ordered after me. Poor organization and communication. Sandwich was average/ok, but was too oily/greasy. No acknowledgement besides them telling me they put my order in again....smh

Walked here from my hotel for some breakfast. So glad it I did. We had the hot mess skillet, biscuit sandwich and avacado toast.... all were 10's. Great place with great food and friendly staff. If you haven't been there give it a try. You will be happy you did.

I stopped by Field and Fire after an early morning appointment downtown. I had visited their downtown market location and wanted to try this spot out. There was only one other customer around 8:00 am when I arrived. The inside is very sleek and modern, looks good overall. In addition to their usual baked goods this spot offers breakfast and lunch items. I ordered the biscuit sandwich and a lemon poppyseed muffin. The food came out quickly and looked good. The biscuit was fluffy and the egg and bacon were done right. The cheese on it added a little bit of smokeyness with the bacon, it was very delicious. The side salad that came with it was good and had a lemon based dressing, which was refreshing. The muffin was moist and delicious and the lavender frosting on top was sweet, but not overpowering. Overall I enjoyed the food and would recommend trying it out.

Very cute and lively place for brunch. The strawberry matcha was lacking in terms of strawberry flavor and the potatoes were under seasoned, however, the breakfast biscuit sandwich was fabulous. It was flaky and flavorful and truly the best I've ever had. I also ordered fruit instead of the salad and it was very crisp and sweet so I would highly recommend that substitution. Food came out quickly and it was easy enough to find seating despite being busy. A good place for tasty, healthy food!

Ordered a grilled cheese sandwich for lunch today. Bread was delicious as was the fig spread and caramelized onions but there was only a painfully flat splat of cheese on either half just slightly larger then the size of a quarter. A little pricey for what you get.

We go here almost every weekend for brunch. My favorite is the curry Caesar salad and the falafel sandwich. My boyfriend loves the hot mess skillet. Bread is out of this world. Pastries are so flaky and delicious. We could not be happier with our experience. 10/10 every time. Awesome COVID protocol as well.

I came here for croissants but didn't end up getting any as they were down to their last few when I came around 11am on a Sunday. My husband and I ended up dining in and enjoying a couple of toasts. He had a delicious avocado toast that is a regular on the menu. I had a weekend special toast (nocoise ? idk how to spell nor say it and I unfortunately didn't take a pic of the menu description of it). It had tuna, hard boiled egg slices, and robust Mediterranean vibes. It was better than I had expected for a toast. I would definitely get it again. I also ordered regular sourdough toast with sunflower butter on the side but had to take it to-go as I was full from my fancy tuna toast. As for a drink, I had the chocolate chai latte made with oat milk. I forgot to order it iced so when I got it hot, I removed the lid to let it cool down and I noticed it had thick froth which is not usually the case for milk alternatives such as coconut milk and almond milk. I scooped it out and asked for a cup of ice and voila, I had it cold as I meant to have it. I realized it was too creamy for my liking - next time I will get it dirty as in with a shot of espresso.

This was my first time here and hopefully not the last!! Wonderful food, perfectly prepared, fresh ingredients, and very delicious! Staff was attentive, polite, and speedy. The chickpea stew was awesome! Little bit of kick, hearty like a stew or chili should be, and full of flavor. Very well done! The Buddha bowl was just as good. Fresh veggies and so tasty! Everything complimented each other nicely. I can't wait to try other items on the menu.. but it'll be hard because I'd order the same things again!

Field and Fire cafe is a great counter service breakfast/brunch/lunch spot. I did not give five stars because of the overuse of oil. Avocado mash toast with mushrooms is my favorite and I order it without oil. The vegan hot mess skillet is also great, but I order it with no oil. My stomach is very sensitive to oil, so this may be just my preference. Great coffee offerings from Madcap and another roaster, which I forgot the name. They only have a few bread offerings, but more can be found at their downtown market location. However, there are no cafe dining options at the market locations. Vegan options are plenty here!!

Every day, all day. You can't go wrong at this joint! Well, actually, I didn't much care for their GF loaf. But maybe you will.

I think the croissants here are probably the best in the city for butter flavor and flakiness. Speaking of flakiness, grab a few napkins .. I feel the trade off is more than fair and that's just a mark of a high quality croissant:) Ps they have hot sauces available there which make a nice combo with a croissant (if you eat in). Their sandwiches rotate in and out, are upscale and creative/ gourmand (in terms of ingredients and flavor combos), and the baked goods have consistently fine ingredients. A baker's bakery, and open mornings and until 3 pm only. Good, friendly service. Many vegetarian/ vegan choices. Clean, modern interior.

A great place to start the day! Coffee was incredible. My fiancé and I got the "hot mess" bowls. I tried the vegan option and he did the regular option. They were outstanding. It's a coffee place with phenomenal food. You go up to the counter, order what you want, get a number and wait for your food- Fast casual style!

I have to say this place is awesome. This was our first time here and I am blown away at the freshness and culinary skill of our meals. The vibe of this place is also spot on. It reminds me of a Seattle coffee/breakfast shop. I had the biscuit sandwich which was recommended as a popular item. I was shocked at how flaky and delicious the homemade buttermilk sage biscuit was. The flavors were perfectly balanced. I loved it. Then my wife had me try her "vegan hot mess skillet". Oh my god!!! That's vegan?!?!? I have never had a vegan meal this good. Incredible! We will recommend and we will be back.