We went to Standish Cafe around 10:00am on a Friday and it was busy. It is small and clean. We could wait 20 minutes for a table, or sit at the counter right away. We sat at the counter. The counter faces the window, so you get to watch the street activity while you eat. We both ordered cold press, my partner added a double shot of espresso to his. The cold press was good. Good coffee flavor. They use reusable stainless steel straws which is nice. The servers were fast, friendly, and efficient. The food came out at about the pace you would expect. My partner had an omelette with Standish potatoes and a biscuit. The potatoes were really good, crispy outside with good garlic flavor. The biscuit was a good, pretty standard biscuit. The omelette was really good and paired well with the sides. I had the aebleskivers and they were very nice. Fluffy, faintly sweet, and came with triple berry jam and real maple syrup. There is a small parking lot in back but it was full when we got there, so we did street parking about a block away. There is one handicap parking space in the rear parking lot. The restaurant itself is somewhat handicapped friendly. It is tight, but you can get in and get a table. read more

Standish Cafe - Seasonal menu items - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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If you're in Minneapolis and looking for a great breakfast spot, this place is a must. Standish Cafe has that perfect neighborhood feel -- relaxed, welcoming, and exactly what you want to start your morning right. The food was delicious, fresh, and comforting... the kind of breakfast that just hits the spot. But what truly stood out was the service. Super friendly, attentive, and genuinely warm -- not forced, just real people who make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. That kind of hospitality makes all the difference. It's one of those places you leave already thinking about coming back. Highly recommend. read more

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The Standish Cafe is gives small neighborhood diner vibes. I visited here on a snowy weekday during the holidays and was seated within 10 minutes. The servers are making conversation with each table and it seems to be place with many regulars. I wish this place was closer because I would join the list of regulars! I started with a loose leaf earl grey to warm up and we received our food shortly after. The bacon was perfectly cooked and I would say you NEED the homemade biscuit. It had a crisp outside, but was not dry at all on the inside. read more

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A cute neighborhood place! We've eaten here a couple times in the past month. Service is always very friendly. Food is fresh with good ingredients and comes out quick. Good coffee. The cinnamon roll is really good warm but didn't like it as much at room temperature. Something that made me smile...I got the fruit as a side last time and I sincerely appreciated the thoughtful presentation, it wasn't just scooped into the bowl. It was also a nice variety and very fresh. There can be a line some mornings, but they are efficient getting you through. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

Food was amazing and fresh. Service was super nice. The recommendations of food were the best. Huevos rancheros must have. And the beef hash was soo tender and delicious. I sat at the window looking out to the beautiful snow and just taking in all the flavors. Use the habanero hot sauce w your breakfast, it's worth it. read more

Standish Cafe - Ambience - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Back again for another sweet and savory breakfast in the coziest dining spot around. I love their friendly welcoming vibe and the menu is just what you want for breakfast/brunch eats. We enjoyed the aebleskivers (yes!) and all the other savory items along with them. Crispy bacon, crispy potatoes, perfectly cooked eggs, and plenty of coffee! I can't wait to revisit next time I'm in town. read more

We have been looking for our "favorite nearby brunch" and I think we finally found it. Cozy atmosphere, yummy food, and all for a reasonable price. Will definitely be returning. read more

I have been looking for a good neighborhood breakfast spot and finally found it. The blueberry pancakes were delicious and the desayuno burrito was tasty with their Cry Baby Craig's hot sauce. Our waitress was attentive and made sure our coffees were always topped up. The interior is cozy and there is also an option to sit outside under heaters. read more

Delicious, friendly service. I will definitely be going back. We sat at the bar and got to watch how busy and efficient the workers are. We got there just before a huge rush came in on a Sunday so it was perfect for us to be able to get in and out. read more

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!! read more

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This is a favorite place of mine! The servers are ALL Amazing!! The food is amazing and great quality. I recommend the Feta Toast and the Fresh Squeezed orange juice! read more

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**Midweek Brunch Victory Lap ** We gathered to celebrate a major win: the newly employed millennial child (cue confetti and proud parent vibes). The spot was mildly crowded, but the patio had room to spare on a warmish fall day--like autumn trying on its summer costume one last time. Indoor seating had a bit of a diner feel, complete with an open kitchen and some enthusiastic cooking fumes that hit harder than expected at 11am. Add in a whiff of bathroom mildew and you've got a one-star deduction--but hey, nobody's perfect, right? Now, the patio? Great choice in theory. But the outdoor music was cranked up like it was trying to hype a halftime show, not a mellow brunch. A little less volume and we'd be talking near-perfection. **The food? Absolute champions:** - *Brussel Sprout Hash* -- crispy, savory, and surprisingly elegant. - *Forager Omelet* -- earthy, fluffy, and full of forest-floor charm. - *Corned Beef Hash* -- hearty, flavorful, and comfort-food gold. Coffee flowed freely, the waitstaff was attentive without hovering, and--get this--there was plenty left over for a take-home container. Like a good brunch, it kept giving even after the final bite. **Final score:** $74.69 **Final verdict:** A solid brunch with standout food and a few quirks. Would brunch again--with earplugs and a to-go box. read more

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. read more

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Very busy Saturday morning. Service was prompt and friendly. Food is amazing. Breakfast was exceptional!

I was so excited about having pancakes and these were likely the worst pancakes I've ever had. They were dry, had a weird oily coating that had an off onion flavor. The eggs were overcooked. My husband's meal was better but had at least 2 hairs in his omelet. Needless to say, I won't be going back. The service was pretty good - the waitress was very friendly so we are giving it 2 stars. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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One of the best breakfast brunch places in the Twin Cities. If there's an award for the best hashbrowns, they would take it hand down! Where to start! I generally find one menu item at a restaurant and that's what I order, not here! They have so many interesting takes, from the brussel sprout hash to their newest Reuben Benedict, they are all delicious. Coffee -great. Ambience - great. Staff - great. Other favorites include their reuben sandwich, probably the best in town, breakfast burrito, huevos rancheros, Lightfield BBQ chicken, and their cinnamon roll is lights out! read more

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. read more

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 ** read more

Standish Cafe - Huevos Rancheros - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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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!! read more

Standish Cafe - Carnitas, no cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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. read more

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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. read more

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What a gem, this little restaurant has tons of appeal, the food is great. The service is superior and the setting couldn't be better. Outdoor seating on a beautiful noon day is something to come back for again and again. read more

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. read more

Standish Cafe - Lego flowers decorate the window sills and tables at Standish Cafe. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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. read more

Standish Cafe - Happy restaurant guests. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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. read more

Terrible seating plan. Was passed by 5 times for larger groups simply because we were a group of 4 and they didn't have a table for simply four. Not a good way to keep customers. We were told it was a 10 minute wait and we waited 50 minutes before leaving. Hostess told us twice we were the next time. Horrible experience. read more

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 read more

Standish Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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! read more

Standish Cafe - Huevos rancheros and gf pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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

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. read more

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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!! read more

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. read more

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. read more

Standish Cafe - Forager Omelette, Pumpernickel toast, cinnamon roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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

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 read more

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