French Meadow Cafe & Bluestem Bar
American restaurant · Lowry Hill East ·
Organic farm-to-table bakery & cafe with vegan options
Organic farm-to-table bakery & cafe with vegan options
"A longtime farm-to-table bakery and cafe that became the country’s first certified organic bakery in 1985, everything is made from scratch using ingredients sourced from regional farm partners. The chicken wild rice soup is “served in a steaming bowl alongside a slice of freshly baked bread and a soft pat of butter.” The soup itself is described as well-balanced: tender chunks of white meat, earthy wild rice, and vibrant carrots and scallions swim in a velvety broth that’s flavorful without feeling overly heavy. Unlike some versions that lean too thick or too salty, this take lets the ingredients speak for themselves, giving it a nostalgic, homemade quality." - Katherine Lawless
"A neighboring Minneapolis bakery co-owned by Steve Shapiro and Lynn Gordon that the owners say they would be open to selling, though they would ideally want a buyer who would maintain the bakery’s focus on vegan and organic food, according to the Star Tribune." - Justine Jones
"It’s business as usual at French Meadow on Lyndale, which isn’t offering a special Thanksgiving menu, but is staying open on the holiday from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Choose from dozens of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free breakfast entrees, sandwiches, burgers, salads and more, made with ingredients sourced from local and organic producers." - Stacy Brooks
"French Meadow’s snug patio offers respite from the hustle and bustle of Lyndale Avenue. Come for vegetarian-friendly brunch, lunch, or dinner." - Justine Jones, Eater Staff
"The crunch from the house-made organic hash browns stands out amongst the generous helping of black bean chili that blanket’s it. Invest in your future and add the chicken chorizo." - Eater Staff