Standish Cafe

Stopped in to get my pre-tattoo breakfast...and they didn't disappoint! I had the corned beef hash, and it definitely hit in my top 10 that I've had eating out. Super high meat to potato ratio, the corned beef was on the leaner end which I personally love, and the chunks were large and tender. Absolutely great. Thank you for the delicious breakfast.

Food was fresh and good flavors. Fruit bowl presentation and quality was outstanding. Only element that missed was hash browns that were burned. Service was efficient. Atmosphere is a little quirky.

So good, definitely will be coming back. Small, and very busy on a Saturday morning. We were lucky to catch a pair of seats at the bar so didn't have to wait for a table. Server was great, aebleskivers were delicious 😋 (and didn't last long enough to be photographed). Need to plan another visit to try the rest of the menu

If there were the word “awesomest,” it would apply to Standish Cafe. I wandered across it during a recent weekend trip to Minneapolis while looking for a breakfast/brunch place. The minute I walked in, I knew the place would be great. The cafe is stylish yet understated (notice the cool Nelson lights as well as the wallpaper to contrast with the woodsy diner/Minnesota feel). The menu is breakfast/brunch perfection w an assortment of egg/pancake/sandwich selections. Food quality is very high. I especially loved the Brussel sprout hash and the forager omelet w chicken sausage and mushrooms. Service and turnover is quick, so even with the large crowds, tables become available quickly plus you can put yourself on an online waitlist, so a table will be ready by the time you reach the cafe. Most importantly, the service is warm and friendly, never rushed, which is amazing given the volume of people served. I cannot recommend Standish Cafe enough. It was so good that I came back three days in a row. It is a must for breakfast lovers visiting or living in Minneapolis.

OUTSTANDING. I always order biscuits and gravy at every breakfast restaurant I go to, and this was easily the best I have ever had. My wife loved the avocado toast and the salad as well. Great service despite being busy.

My family and I went to this wonderful restaurant. I can't really describe how beautiful the place is. And the people there. And the staff, their service was very wonderful and understanding. We ordered breakfast and arrived on time, without delay, and the food was very healthy and delicious, I really like this place, I would like to visit it again, me and my family

I went at around 9:30 on Tuesday and it wasn't too busy, got eggs over easy and hash browns as well as the buttermilk pancakes, and coffee of course. Usually going to sit down restaurants by myself makes me feel awkward but the staff here was very friendly and the atmosphere was cozy, sitting at the window was especially fun. The food was hearty and just what I was wanting, do be warned the portions are quite big so be careful about ordering too much; the pancakes were as big as my face! Typically I'm a waffles over pancakes type guy but these were lovely, perfect texture and good syrup, the eggs and hash browns were equally as nice and the coffee was absolutely great - a nice simple cup was exactly what I needed. The pricing makes it not quite cheap enough for an Every-Day type spot but it's fairly priced and I'll definitely be coming back periodically.

This place has a great brunch! Love their standish potatoes. The food was delicious and we appreciated the perfect portions--not too much or too little. We will definitely come here again! And the service was great and attentive.

Nice little cafe with good food and a decent patio. From time to time there can be a little bit of a wait but it is worth it. My favorite is the Carnitas Omelette. I love the verde salsa and appreciate the choices of sides and bread/toast. I recommend the Standish potatoes for your side. So much flavor in the potatoes! Our other go to is the Feta Toast. The feta basil spread is amazing and the heirloom tomato is perfect with the spread. I have also ordered the Desayuno Burrito. Great burrito that is delicious and a substantial meal. Again, I really appreciate all of the sides they offer with their meals...Standish Potatoes, hash browns, mixed greens, fruit, fries, or veggie of the day. So much more to offer, from the Monkey Bread, to a great latte, and a good pancake. Their consistency is the best thing about this restaurant.

A favorite haunt. We're there for breakfast weekly. I like the Forager omelette a lot. My friend usually has the steak and eggs. The only thing I have had there I didn't like was the Huevos Rancheros. Positive: well lit, clean, service is always bright and friendly. Food comes quickly. They don't mind if you sit and chat after you eat. I've made some casual friends who dine at the same time on the same day. It says a lot about a place that it has a solid core of regulars. Negative: it can get loud if it's busy. Also, the doors form an air gate that makes them slam. But the few negatives do nothing to outweigh the positives.

While in Minneapolis, I got this recommendation from a friend. So, my husband and I met my friend and her wife at Standish Cafe for brunch. What a great recommendation. This cafe is super cute. It has bright walls and a lot of fun decorations. There is outdoor seating but we ate inside since it was chilly that day. I ordered the chocolate chip pancakes with fruit while my husband ordered the aebleskivers (pancake balls). The chocolate chip pancakes were delicious and had a crispy crust on them. This fruit was cut in a way that made a great presentation. The aebleskivers were ok but were on the tasteless side. We had a great time with great food and nice servers. I highly recommend Standish Cafe!

What a great place!! Small....but great!! Went to brunch with my husband and family and we liked the menu here so decided to try somewhere new. So glad we did and I am already thinking about when I can go back to eat other things :) First of all it is a small place so definitely use the great "wait-list" feature to get on the list when you are headed there. That was SUPER helpful because there aren't a lot of places to stand inside if you are waiting (thanks for the waiting bench though Standish!!). It has a small parking lot attached which is great or you can park on the street if that's full. The interior is really cute and we loved the light fixtures and little details. The Food! The food coming out of this kitchen is AMAZING! The quality is fresh and flavorful, the preparation is perfect, and the menu is varied and really pretty large for a place this size! We started with the Aebelskivers which if you don't know are like little round pancakes. They were perfectly cooked and came with real maple syrup and a beautiful (and addicting) triple berry jam. That jam!! Yum! For entrees our table had the Brunch burger (fantastic with amazing flavor), Commercial Turkey dinner (just like being at Thanksgiving dinner), the BLT w/Feta spread added and the soup of the day for the side (homemade Chicken dumpling soup was SO flavorful and delicious and the BLT was perfection), the Lightfield Chicken sandwich (on a tasty bun), and finally the Avocado Toast (the most perfect egg on top and very tasty). The service from the hostess at the front to the server for our table as well as the kitchen running food were all incredible. If there is one note it is that the prices ride a little high on the Toasts. Avocado Toast is $15 no sides, one piece of medium sized toast. I liked the Feta toast but after seeing that the price was $12 it made more sense to get the BLT and add the feta spread because it was a few dollars different and came with a side. My niece was frustrated because she really wanted Avocado Toast but wanted some kind of side but is was too expensive when the toast alone was already $15. In comparison the Brunch burger with a side is only $2 more?? That price point was disappointing and felt a bit unreasonable for what you got. But other than that it's pretty in line overall for the quality with that one exception. Great experience, fantastic food, cute place!!

The food was all delicious and hot on a really cold day! There were 5 people in our party and we all enjoyed our meals. Our server was very good and attentive. The tables are snug and close together but we were all comfortable. We didn't have to wait long for a table. The berry jam is delicious with the aebleskivers and the sparkling drink! My son and I shared and loved the breakfast burger with hamburger and sausage.

Nifty neighborhood cafe but we graded everything we ate this morning as only a B vs an A. Each dish had one small thing off whether it was too salty, oily or other.

Wonderful service, the food was to die for. We sat outside on the patio, and enjoyed the nice summer breeze.

We came here for breakfast the other day and were pleasantly surprised to find that the food was delicious! We first ordered the monkey bread and caramel iced coffees - Yum! The monkey bread was probably the best i've ever had. The huevos rancheros was pretty good as well and had nice flavor combinations. The avocado toast was alright, it could have had a little more flavor, but we just added salt & pepper. The service was nice and pretty quick. They have a cute little patio seating area outside, which is where we had our meal.

The food was amazing and the prices weren't scary! Server was very accommodating to our allergies! (gluten and tree nut). There was no upcharge for the gluten-free options. The vibes were cozy and comfortable.

This breakfast spot is amazing! This cute little place is located in a great spot and they have a parking lot around the building. We sat on the patio but the inside looked nice as well. The service was fast and respectful. I ordered a Carmel iced latte to get my morning started. I ordered the monkey bread ..... WOW! Then I ordered the avocado toast with a side of scrambled eggs. The food was very good and I will definitely be back to try some more items. I am glad I found this place and I would recommend you to try it.

This has quickly become a favorite of mine for breakfast/brunch eats. It is buried in a local neighborhood and well off the beaten path so no tourists in sight. They have a small private lot for parking but also plenty of free street parking available around the neighborhood. The downsides here are the wait during busy times and the higher cost for most items than many other places competing in this food genre space. But both are understandable given the great selections and quality ingredients used which is what attracts people that like to eat well in the first place. This is a cozy, local eatery type of place with tables in and out. You can call ahead to put your name on a wait list and the weekend brunch lineup should be expected to be out the door. The things that have consistently impressed me on 3 separate visits have been their quality coffee, their Monkey Bread, and their BLT. Local roaster coffee is poured here and has a dark, thick, mocha-esque character. For people that could care less, this might not be a big deal but if you like big steaming mugs of black coffee the way it is meant to be, this place should probably be on your list. Pair it with some of their awesome homemade Monkey Bread and you have the makings of a diabetic induced nap on a weekend morning. But the thing that really keeps me coming back each time is their BLT. This is such a simple sandwich yet not everywhere makes it well. Here, I opt to order it on toasted sourdough instead of their usual bread and it comes with thick slices of heirloom tomatoes, thick cut but somewhat crispy bacon, a large hunk of crunchy lettuce, and the perfect amount of creamy mayo. It pairs with many of their potato options or fruit and It weighs in at about $15 so it is not cheap but it is oh so worth it as a weekend splurge. You would also be wise to note that their kitchen seems to have a south of the border flair and proudly dishes out things with salsas and some heat. I love that they feature "Cry Baby Craig's" hot sauce on the tables and their salsa verde with their egg dishes is also something to look forward to. The service here is friendly, they take credit cards, and so far, they don't add any health and welfare surcharges to your tab like so many other eateries in town are doing. From the outside, this looks like a no-frills neighborhood diner. If you dismiss it and drive by, that is your loss. I recommend breaching the front door for a meal as there is a lot to look forward to here.

Did a brunch on the patio with friends and dog. Tables of 2 or 4 on the patio. Inside is outdated but that is the vibe! Food was incredible was beyond happy with it. I got the avocado toast and chicken links which I recommend both. Split the monkey bread to start and was delicious. The carnitas omelette was also a big hit in our group.

The food and service were top notch! Everything was so fresh and delicious! It wasn't cheap but worth every penny!

This place is worth the wait for Sunday brunch. It's a smaller quaint place that's packed to the brim with people eating. Our server Evan was great, she was on the ball and gave great recommendations for food. I would also highly recommend getting the coffee, it was hot and great. My partner and I will be going again soon. ** side note the gluten-free pancakes were one of the best I've had **

Our review of Standish Cafe was mixed. The restaurant is cute and decorated with Lego flowers and succulents. We had 4 diners and 2 were happy and 2 were not! I had a club sandwich with feta spread. It was so yummy and feta spread was a great surprise and added a yummy touch. Both children had chocolate chip pancakes and one liked them and one hated them, so ‍ who knows. My husband had an omelette and English muffin. It was only ok, but was made worse when the waitress spilled water all over his food when trying to fill up his water glass. She didn't offer a replacement breakfast, but did get napkins. We also paid full price for a breakfast he couldn't eat. One highlight was these little donut/pancake things they made. They were yummy on their own or when dipped in the blueberry jam. Overall, our experience was meh and we wouldn't return.

Randomly found this place during my visit to minneapolis and i'm so glad i decided to try it out! This place gets busy on the weekend so make sure to join the waitlist! The place is very small but also super cute! The service was great and our food came out quicky. What I ordered: abelskivers, hashbrowns, scrambled eggs. everything was SOO good I was so happy with it. I'm usually never one to finish food but i finished everything and i still wanted more. I'll def come back when im in Minnesota again! 10/10

What a darling cozy breakfast spot! We stopped in on a Sunday around 10:30am and waited just 20 minutes. Not a bad wait at all for a really wonderful breakfast. There are so many items to choose from here, standard fare PLUS some other options that were delish. The feta cheese toast with eggs were luscious and fresh; the pancakes were fluffy with those crispy little edges I love; the omelet was fresh and fluffy and seasoned perfectly. But those little aebleskivers were the cutest and most delicious thing we tried. We used them as our appetizer and were not disappointed. I'd come back here again and again, I mean I'd be a regular if I lived here and try every little thing on the menu. Loved it.

Wow was this food delicious! I totally cleaned my plate! Fresh, flavorful, great service, clean and spacious outdoor patio. The perfect spot for great breakfast. The group I was wish all had a bunch of different plates and I tried the carnitas omelet and it was perfection!!

To know if a breakfast place serves good and tasty food, you need to taste both of its savory and sweet dishes. We have Forager Omelet and Abelskivers (w/ maple syrup). I should say both dishes are above average in taste compare to other breakfast places nearby. We were here just when they opened at 8 am Saturday morning and the neighborhood is still quiet but the joint was filling up with patrons rather quickly. Ample of parking on the lot and by the side street.

Great breakfast choices. Walking distance to home. Cinnamon roll for the table as an appetizer. Hippy dippy granola with fruit for me. We ordered a breakfast burrito, avocado toast, and steak and eggs. Our waitress performed her duties to perfection. We love this place.

Came here for brunch on a Sunday. We learned after the fact that you can put yourself on the waitlist online so we ended up waiting a while for a table. We were told 20 minutes but it ended up being more like 45. We started with the aeblskivers. My husband wasn't a huge fan since he said they didn't have much flavor. They are basically just deep fried balls of dough with a little powdered sugar. However, as a pregnant woman battling nausea throughout the day and with a fair amount of food aversions, this was what I needed. Just plain and simple. I love all things carbs so I'm sure I would enjoy this not pregnant. I went with the biscuits and gravy. The gravy had great flavor to it and the biscuits were so good! I would probably make this my go to meal. My husband had the corned beef hash. He compares every corned beef hash to a little diner he found in Boston. It still didn't compare to Boston but he was very surprised at how much he liked it. He said it's probably the best in the twin cities that he has had. The cocktails look fun. My husband had the winter mint. I went with just a glass of apple juice but will be back to try the cocktail menu when I'm able to again! They don't just give out everyone a glass of water right away. I think that's smart of restaurants to do but I didn't even notice this until I needed a glass of water! So do ask for a water if you think you'll need it. Service was great and you could tell they were working as a team to get through the day. There is a small parking lot available. Otherwise street parking was easy to find in the neighborhood.

Good breakfast spot with several of my favorite breakfast dishes on their menu! I ended up deciding to split huevos rancheros and some gluten free pancakes with my friend and it was all delicious! Very fluffy pancakes. And the huevos had lots of flavor and perfectly cooked eggs. I thought it was a bit light on the amount of carnitas (although maybe my friend got most of it?). I was also tempted to try either the Brussels sprouts or corned beef hash- as any hash is up my alley and I love Brussels. I will have to go back! The black coffee was decent- wish I got a latte (I think they have espresso?) I was hoping they would have more baked good options - especially a couple more gluten free ones. But obviously am happy they had the pancakes and toast - would love to try the avocado toast sometime. It was very nice that they had some parking (I got there right at 8am so had no trouble). The staff was friendly and they brought out the food really fast! Overall a solid spot!

Always great service and amazing food. Eggs are cooked perfectly every time we've been at Standish. Brussel sprout hash is delicious!

Ummm hello diamond in the rough??? Classy little breakfast joint (but certainly not too classy - chill casual vibes yet still seemingly an upscale experience). Price point is awesome. Pros: Breakfast is GOOD - not greasy. Lunch options available as well. Patio is small but endearing. I spotted a table across from the patio - under a tree - all on it's own - and I'm pretty sure it's part of the restaurant (who gets the special secluded romantic table? Is there a secret password involved? I do not know but intend to find out soon when I return for another cinnamon roll to the face). It's the type of place that you could take your far-left gutter punk cousin... but also your mom and grandma. Cons: The only con was that at the time we went, there was only one server taking care of all the tables. Granted, it's a fairly small place (maybe 9 tables on the patio and 9 indoors?). I half wondered if it was just a scheduling snafu. But it was certainly nothing that would stop us from coming back. We originally had stopped at Modern Times cafe but it was so chaotic there and it was giving *stressed employees* I was bummed about that and wasn't totally sold on Standish... BUT I'm telling you.. SO glad we made the last minute change.

This was not my favorite place. Two of my friends really liked their food, but my other friend and I didn't have such a great experience. First off I got the chocolate chip pancakes and so did one of my friends. Mine were a bit spongy and not my favorite, but she seemed to really like hers so maybe it was just a one off thing. But the real trouble started when our waitress poured water all over my friends omelette. Now this could have just been a mistake, but it was still annoying since it got all over my friends clothes and resulted in a breakfast he couldn't eat. Now the waitress did bring napkins but, it's hard to dry off a soggy omelette. The decor was nice but I don't need to go back here

The food is perfect for breakfast officianado's. Always good and always hefty portions. Great coffee and the service is perfect!

We went here in a whim. What a delightful experience! We split a corned beef hash that was the best flavor I've had in a restaurant. (They politely divided the order into two dishes). The coffee was better than some coffee houses. The homemade biscuit was scone-like with jam that had whole blueberries. All the staff was welcoming too. We will return. Top notch and tasty.

Came here during a busy Saturday morning. Seated pretty quickly, really like the online waitlist option. Service was fast and friendly. Loved the gluten free pancakes, although they are a tad bit sweet. Great coffee. My only complaint is the front door bangs so loudly, I could feel it shaking my chair. Like a big bass drum, annoying and constant. I would suggest sitting away from the entrance if possible.

Never had a "crispy" sunny side up egg before ever. Burnt on the bottom up over the top. "Server" asked if I had an issue with the egg. I said yes. Remade the egg the exact same way and gave it to me. Did not touch it. I guess a manager/owner (?) came over to explain to me that a Sunny Side up egg should be "Crispy". I have worked in many kittens over my life. Those 4 eggs would have never left the kitchen. Not sure what they are doing but in the need to turn plates out fast they must cook on an over heated griddle not good for eggs and not use a skillet. Completely turned off from the "service" and burnt eggs X2 I was done eating. Ate the hash browns. Had a glass of water never refilled. The best was at the end of the "meal" the "server" asked if i also had a problem with the cold toast sitting untouched. I said no just a problem with the entire situation. Still charged $19.00. Don't get it. Over hyped over priced insulting service. If you need help you can google/YouTube an actual chef: Jacques Pépin Makes a Delicious Fried Egg. https://www.google.com/search?q=jacques+pepin+sunny+side+up+eggs&sca_esv=a2ec6e4d866271b3&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS891US891&ei=cZxEZ_HmFfbawN4P867TeA&oq=Jacques+P%C3%A9pin+sunny&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiFEphY3F1ZXMgUMOpcGluIHN1bm55KgIIADIGEAAYFhgeMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYogQYiQUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI2zBQAFjKE3AAeAGQAQCYAc4BoAHYB6oBBTAuNi4xuAEByAEA-AEC-AEBmAIHoAKpCMICERAuGIAEGJECGLEDGIMBGIoFwgILEC4YgAQYkQIYigXCAgUQABiABMICCxAAGIAEGJECGIoFwgIFEC4YgATCAiAQLhiABBiRAhixAxiDARiKBRiXBRjcBBjeBBjfBNgBAcICKRAuGIAEGJECGIoFGJcFGNwEGN4EGOAEGPQDGPEDGPUDGPYDGPcD2AEBmAMAugYGCAEQARgUkgcFMC42LjGgB5RA&sclient=gws-wiz-serp#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:60fe248d,vid:j-0D_kL91PI,st:0

This place is really terrific. Everything was good and the service was friendly and attentive. My Breakfast Burrito was maybe the best I've ever eaten. We shared some ebelskivers and they were good but they weren't filled with anything so we were disappointed. Homemade are better. Good latte, good oatmeal, good fruit, good bacon, good Benedict, GREAT burrito. We sat inside but the patio looked nice

First time in Minneapolis and this breakfast spot left the best impressions! I love that they have a Google waitlist. We got there on Saturday around 10AM and were listed on the waitlist but I think we could have gotten a table right away without it (great back though for busier days). They have inside an outside seating. We ordered: - Aebleskivers (Danish donuts)- to try and share between the three of us. They are delicious little balls of goodness. Probably the size of a donut whole but a lot more flavorful and gooey. They came out super warm, tasty and smelled amazing. Came with maple sirup and triple jam - both very tasty. - Brussel Sprout hash - I loved it, I somehow missed that pancetta was in the ingredients and I try to limit the amount of meat I eat but it was still fantastic. The goat cheese gave it that amazing zing! - Corned beef hash - my friend ordered that and asked if the corned beef was freshly made on site and it was. He loved it. - Huevos Rancheros - I should have listed this first. My husband ordered this with some chorizo and deemed it the best huevos rancheros he had ever had and probably one of the best bfasts ever. They had a huge selection of toasts to go with your breakfast (sourdough, wheat, pumpernickel and many more), a great selection of teas that came in a cute teapot with enough tea for two and their monkey bread, cinnamon rolls and biscuits looked soo tasty (yes I spied on other peoples food). Our waitress was very friendly, informative and patient :) Can't wait to be back and try other things on the menu.

Great Saturday brunch spot.. most wicked huevos rancheros I ever had.. Service: 10/10: our waitress was fast, available and friendly Ambience: 10/10: loud enough to create a nice breakfast atmosphere while still hearing what the other person on your table is saying Food; 10/10: we were all pleased with our dishes so I'll mark that tops all the way!

great little cafe with a local diner vibe. Started off with the Monkey bread and a great cup of coffee. Loved the Desayuno Burrito (no beans for me) and the great service. Will be back next time I'm in town.

This is our go-to place for breakfast/brunch. All of the items we've tried have been excellent- pancakes, various omelets, eggs Benedict and huevos rancheros (!). The berry jam is amazing on their sourdough toast. The menu has a lot of variety! We keep coming back to the hood service and warm, homey atmosphere. Great place!!

Great food at pretty fair prices. Wait staff is very friendly and accommodating. One ding is that it feels pretty cramped inside -- it's just a smaller space.

what's a small town feeling gem! my boyfriend and i stopped in as we were visiting the city and wanting a good healthy breakfast. that's exactly what we got! good spot!

Casual breakfast spot with quick service & good food! I recommend ordering a side of salsa with your eggs (:

We headed to Stand-ish from the airport, two sadsacks carrying a medium sized suitcase because we had a while to go before Airbnb or car rental check in. We were able to get a fantastic breakfast and enjoy the weather without having to inconvenience anyone else with our baggage on Stand-ish Cafes porch. The Reuben was one of the best I've ever had. The thick sliced corned beef kicked it up a whole other level. The brussel sprout hash was fresh and well seasoned. They made fresh decaf for my partner and were fast with refills and cream. Service was great and we will be back again the next time we're in town - hopefully not with suitcases in tow!

Why? Why would you consider going anywhere else for breakfast? I told my waitress... I'm looking for something creamy and yummy. She brought me the feta toast. What? How good can this be?? Perfection! With a grapefruit mimosa... and bf got the carnitas burrito with crispy hash browns! Seriously! Get here!

Megan was great and had wonderful menu recommendations. Awesome Reuben sandwich and corned beef to die for. Will be going back again on my next visit to Minneapolis!

In town for a long belated birthday weekend and decided we needed breakfast. Amazing food, wonderful wait staff. Love that it is a local and not a chain. Don't miss out on this gem!

We had the Forager and Carnitas omelettes, both were very fresh and full of flavor! Service was quick and they checked in a few times to ensure everything was good. Little hometown feel cafe.

Great place for a brunch! We all thoroughly enjoyed the dishes we got. I especially liked the biscuit. Everything was fresh and delicious! Popular spot, so better to make reservations.

Great cafe for local brunch and breakfast! Casual hipster, laid back vibes. Their dine-in area is really cozy, plus there's outside patio dining too (although currently closed because of COVID-19). Super easy to order during these times and very efficient. You can get your order ready for you as little as 15 minutes! Friendly service :) Online menu available on their website. My fave dish from there is definitely the Huevos Rancheros w/ Chorizo. Super well-seasoned with eggs and avocado. Love that it's saucy and comes with a tiny bit of crunchy tortilla on the side. The Carnitas Omelette is also very yummy! Their Avocado Toast is popular although I think it could be a bit more flavorful. I'm excited to try more and more of Standish Cafe and find more of my faves :)

The food was incredible, great portions and the quality was clear. The service was friendly, helpful, and punctual. The inside was a bit warm for us, but the outside was lovely (just full at the time). Small but with enough room to spread out. Kid friendly service, location and options.

Great service, solid breakfast food, and usually has a table open for us. Not a huge restaurant but a great neighborhood joint. Their chicken sausage is very tasty, and they often have a rotating avocado toast flavor. They have an outside patio, too, for chilly temperatures!

There have been a few different tenants that have occupied this address that Standish Cafe now calls home over the last few years - here's to hoping Standish sticks around for quite some time. Admittedly, I haven't ventured far from the breakfast side of the menu, but that's only because the various hash dishes and omelets I have tried thus far have been too good for me to branch out further. It's also a given that one of their large/delicious biscuits always accompanies any order. That said, there are plenty of options for those wanting more lunch in their brunch. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and takeout is a breeze for those that prefer to dine at home. We'll continue to do all of the above for a tasty, generously portioned and reasonably priced brunch in the future.

Great neighborhood breakfast place. I pretty much stick to my favorite which is the breakfast burrito. My wife had the breakfast tacos, also very good. Unfortunately, they were out of monkey bread but this I would highly recommend. Good coffee which was comped due to the wait time. Everything is scratch cooking. Just go.

I'm a big fan of Standish Cafe, which used to be Colossal Cafe in south Minneapolis. While the restaurant itself is a little small, it packs a big punch with its food and great service. Here's the quick bottom-line: * Food: 4.5 out of 5 stars * Service: 4.5 out of 5 stars (yes, I'm a big advocate of half star ratings) * Value: 4.5 out of 5 stars Based on all of the 4.5 stars for the three main categories I consider, I decided to round up, also because I like smaller, neighborhood, non-chain restaurants. Here are the details for our visit ... In keeping with tradition, my brother and I went to Standish Cafe for brunch after church on Sunday morning. I think we're still on quest to find the best brunch in the Twin Cities and Standish is right up there with the best and I say that based on quality of food, service, and value. Fortunately, you are able to put your name on the wait list online, which is something I highly recommend. I think it goes without saying that if a restaurant is good, it will be busy, if it isn't good, then you'll have no problem getting a table. Even though I was on the wait list and it didn't look like there would be much of a wait at 10:15 on Sunday morning, we had to wait a few minutes to be seated and during that wait, I noticed half a dozen walk-ins who had to wait longer than we did. There's a covered addition where people can go sit and have coffee while they wait for a table. Let's talk about food - since I'm a HUGE fan of breakfast/brunch, anything that offers eggs, salty smoked meats, and sweets like pancakes, biscuits, etc. usually draws my attention and Standish definitely has these characteristics. I had read about the biscuits ahead of time, so I knew that was going to be a must. I also scouted out the Brussel Sprout Hash - a nice healthier alternative than your traditional eggs, meat, potato, etc., not to mention our server, who was terrific by the way, suggested we try something different since you can get eggs and bacon anywhere (one of the truest statements during brunch). The hash comes with 2 eggs, which I got scrambled, even though over easy would be great to mix into the hash. There were some diced yukon potatoes, plenty of flavorful, smoky pancetta, some garlic and onion, as well as a couple well proportioned dollops of goat cheese. With this dish, you also get your choice of toast, english muffin and of course the biscuit, which would be a crime not to get. The biscuit is so large (and flaky) that it comes on a separate plate and there's some house made jam, which was a perfect complement. My brother opted for the Biscuits & Gravy. As I've stated before, I think Scott is becoming a Biscuits & Gravy connoisseur as that's his go-to dish. He's also a big fan of eggs benedict, but since Standish has these terrific biscuits, it only made sense to get the Biscuits & Gravy and I think we both determined he made the right choice. The sausage gravy was very flavorful and yet, not too rich. Coffee was an additional $3.50 each but well worth it as we had multiple cups. The service was outstanding and very friendly. As you can tell, I can't say enough good things about my experience at Standish Cafe and since it was so good, I think we're going back tomorrow (Thursday), so twice in one week. I noticed on the menu, they have Aebleskivers, which is a Danish snack that look like donut holes and what I've read it sounds like the texture is more like a European pancake. Needless to say, I can't wait to try them and I'm planning on getting the Forager Omelet, which has a wild mushroom mix, swiss, and chicken sausage, also served with a biscuit and hash browns, which look terrific. Standish has a small parking lot, but there's also ample on street parking around the block for free.