Amanda
Google
We were driving around Wayzata hoping to enjoy the lake views from the dock and pier and decided to find some coffee for a nice walk through the area. After searching nearby options, we came across The Grocer's Kitchen. They offered a full-service dine-in option, and after browsing the menu, we realized we were hungry enough to sit down and have lunch.
I ordered a double shot of espresso and a plain black iced coffee, while my boyfriend ordered an affogato. As someone who brews espresso at home, I immediately noticed the espresso grind was too fine, which made both the espresso and iced coffee overly acidic and not very enjoyable. I ended up adding caramel flavoring to the iced coffee to help balance the sharpness, which helped slightly. The affogato, unfortunately, was also underwhelming, the vanilla soft serve was fine, but the espresso acidity overpowered the dessert.
We were also surprised by the price: $4 for a single espresso and $10 for the affogato. Considering we regularly make them at home with premium ingredients like Häagen-Dazs (getting multiple servings from one pint), it felt overpriced for the quality and portion.
For lunch, we both ordered the Crispy Chicken Goddess Greens Salad. The portion was generous, and the chicken was crisp and well-cooked. However, the presentation could use some work, it came with two chicken tenders simply sliced in half and placed on top rather than being chopped or tossed into the salad. It was also very heavy on Caesar dressing, which made the salad a bit too salty. With half the dressing, it could’ve been excellent.
The space itself is stylish, very Pinterest-inspired, with a lively, somewhat loud atmosphere. It gives off a strong “girl’s brunch” vibe, and I can see the appeal for a social outing or quick bite in a trendy setting. Overall, it’s a fun concept in a great location, but the execution, especially with the coffee and value, could definitely be improved.