The food at Turtle Bread is decent. But the biggest drawback there is the atmosphere. The place has so much potential, but the way that it is managed and run so often provides an unpleasant atmosphere for the customer. Turtle Bread could be one of the best places around, and so much better than it is now. The floor is always slippery with crumbs and grease--especially beneath the booth tables. Sometimes the floor is absolutely disgusting *first thing in the morning* before any customers have come for the day (if the floor in the main dining area is left to be so dirty, you have to wonder about the kitchen and the food prep hygiene). The tables are often littered with crumbs from previous guests. The staff is not friendly (just a good morning when customers approach the register would be nice). The staff is very loud in the backroom--sounds like a party is going on back there sometimes. Finally, the bank of 5 or 6 refrigerators in the main dining area rattle and buzz at around 90 decibels making for more of an industrial soundscape than what one would want for a local restaurant. A few changes and it would be great. read more

We came here hoping for a sweet treat. The store was pretty empty and quiet. The options were somewhat limited on that Sunday evening. We went with a slice of cherry pie that they offered to heat up for us. The pie didn't seem very warm when we sat down to eat it but it was still tasty. Got the job done but not worth revisiting. read more

Turtle Bread - Cherry pie with whip cream - Bakeries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Ok so I have ordered the quiche twice and it tasted very good , but afterwards it made me feel very naucious! I think this should be fixed I would like to be able to eat my food without feeling sick afterward Also turn up the heat its cold in here read more

The quiche was cold in the middle. The chicken wild Rice soup was bland and only lukewarm . The only thing that was good was the bread . We won't be back. read more

Went here for breakfast this weekend and it was fantastic. It is so close to home we can walk here easily and they serve a full breakfast menu on the weekends. I had the Denver Omelette and my bf had the smoked apple wood bacon omelette. Both were delicious and maybe a bit cheesy but I loved it. inexpensive and fast this is a great quick morning bite that you can hang out outside and watch all the bikers and pedestrians cruise by. read more

Quiche is killer. Tomato basil soup at Turtle Bread is one of my favorite meals in autumn and winter. Service is always great. The staff works hard and is very kind. Some guy left a negative review here recently that was unnecessarily cruel. Cool it Lloyd. You didn't like your lunch. Say it's not a great place to get a cheesesteak and go on your way. People are doing the best they can. But also you did order a PHILLY CHEESESTEAK at Turtle Bread. This place obviously makes oat milk lattes and sells vegan desserts. Get it together. read more

This a favorite neighborhood spot for us. Great bakery items and soup. Menu until 2:30 pm. Soups, salads, quiche and desserts after 2:30 pm. better than Penny's down the street. read more

I have lived in the area for ten years and when I first started going I thought it was very cute and somewhat quaint but not comfy to hang out. There used to be a true barista that worked there and I wish I could remember his name because he made the best latte's that I have ever enjoyed (circa 2005ish! After he left the latte's were barely okay and then consistently they became a nightmare experience. Never consistent and the person was not trained. I finally stopped going but was truly afraid that one day the place would be gone so I made the effort to contact two managers and maybe even the owner. I called and emailed several times because I really wanted to let them know that they had a consistent problem. I barely got a response and I did not even get an offer to please come in and let us make one for you! Nope... not even. A few years went by and I stepped in and tried a latte to go. I actually had a few sips and threw it away. I contacted them again - same thing/ acknowledged but never offered an invite to allow them to correct the experience for me. A few years later I was meeting a group there and they whole heartedly ate up the soups so I joined in - now I am HOOKED! :D I especially love the ARTICHOKE soup - it's fabulous and addictive. I have had it several times and the chili is DELISH. I have enjoyed probably ten times consistent soup and chili. Love it! I also grab some from the freezer to keep at home. The salami sandwich and such is DELISH also! Really really good! I just have not any desire to risk another latte there but I might ask for a complimentary one so I can ck in with it but I do think the staff working is quite iffy. Sweet kids but it's like they are there to get a payck and get out. It could be a really remarkable place that is busting at the seams with customers but it is what it is and that's OKAY. I just don't understand - where is the management? One really big thing that I have noticed that NO ONE ever seems to say a word about (except me when I spoke to the management) - every single time when I step in the door I smell MOLDY ICK. Something smells yuky like mold but then you just adjust, but it's noticeable as soon as you walk in. No other restaurant that I know of has "that" odor. Sorry, but it is true - I always wonder why no one seems to notice it/ it's there! read more

From all appearances this looks like the place to see and be seen in Linden Hills. I was never over this way, I always stopped on France, So I met a friend for lunch and he picked. A good size patio was occupied. I love the layout compared to others and it's roomier as far as seating goes. I couldn't resist the chocolate cream pie, but after one bite it's not the pudding filling I like, but dense chocolate. We both got quiche. Mine was basil and tomato. His was Lorraine. We both enjoyed our large pieces with a good crust. I didn't sample his soup, the split pea. Super thick, I would have added hot water. I could tell it was tasty cause he gobbled it down. I did the same with clam chowder. My consistency was just right, filled with tiny pieces of clams and the teeniest hint of carrot. I loved the iced tea and yes they have raw sugar. The soup and quiche come with huge slices of bread that we were too full to eat. I noticed they have a lot of pies and like Cafe Latte, they display dessert first. Basil got the benefit of the pie minus one bite. read more

Honestly this place was so overrated. I got the French toast and it was very difficult to cut and chew and it was also cold. My daughter got hot chocolate and she said it seemed watered down read more

Turtle Bread has THE BEST tomato soup in Minnesota! I've also become addicted to their cakes, pies, and bread.... it's kind of becoming a problem! One of my co-workers keeps trying to diet but is obsessed with their turkey sandwich! Their coffee is great and the service is outstanding. Quickly becoming my favorite place in town;) read more

We live a few blocks from the Longfellow location and it's definitely a go-to breakfast spot. We send out of town guests there often. We often get potato rolls and chocolate bread (unbelievable) to have at home. It's a dependable place for breakfast/brunch - always enjoyed whatever menu items we've tried. Their quiche is very good. Customer service is minimal (order at counter, they deliver food, self serve condiments/coffee/tableware... no wait staff) but never problematic at all. My one complaint - and it's a big one - is their espresso service. They really need to step to up their game. What they serve is ill prepared and undrinkable. Why offer it if you're not going to serve it well?? read more

This place has seriously gone down hill. The pastry I got was flavorless and bland, and yet it is still overpriced! I haven't had much food food here, but from what I've heard from friends the food here is meh. This is so disappointing! read more

We were driving around my wife's old neighborhood on vacation when we decided to get a cup of coffer, and ended up here. What a great surprise! It made me wish that I was more hungry so that I could try more of their wares. As it was, I made room for a carrot cake cupcake to go with my coffee. I was surprised by all of the vegan and vegetarian options - you just don't always run into that in Minnesota. Well, I loved my food, and I certainly will keep this place in mind whenever I go back to Minneapolis to visit. Built in a former grocery store, it has the hint of nostalgia combined with the good taste of eating healthy. I'm hooked! read more

This was a cute place with some good food but not a lot of choices and small portions for a higher price. The neighborhood is nice though and great walk ability if you wanted to take a stroll after you eat. read more

Awful sandwiches! Got them to go or we would have sent them back. Mostly lettuce on the BLT, scant tomato and limp fatty undercooked bacon. Didn't have the avocado that I paid extra for. Turkey avocado sandwich was, again ,mostly lettuce and scant avocado. Disappointing! read more

A great spot for casual breakfasts and lunches! Service is always spot on and there are enough options to satisfy indecisive eaters. Highly recommend their tomato basil soup, chocolate rolls, and quiches! read more

Used to be one of my very favorite spots for desserts and soups but its gone waaaaay down hill, at all locations. It would be one thing if the food wasn't as great anymore but its also served by a generally unprofessional, unengaged staff that seems too bored to care. Guys, if you're so bored, go clean something. It needs it. read more

I generally enjoy the food at Turtle bread which can be quite good if done correctly. However the staff there is atrocious and they seem constantly distracted and bothered if they have to wait on you. I was just in line today when the young man refused to help the rest of the staff because he was making a latte for a friend. I've also been there when young people have been on their phones and I've had to get their attention even though I was the only one standing there. And then they disgruntled Lee decided that they could help me. I think this business should thoroughly evaluate who it's been hiring for it's going to stop me from returning there read more

Decided to have a late breakfast with my assistant to discuss the "To Do" List. A couple of quiches and cups of coffee and we are ready. The food terrific and the staff outstanding! #turtlebread #cariannsellslindenhills #quicheheaven #edinarealty read more

I'm a suburbanite now; yeah, it sucks! But it forces you to evaluate what you really like about the city. Turtle Bread is one of places I love about the city. A great bowl of soup, some killer deserts (try the Mexican brownie), and a loaf or two of bread to get me through the week. The ambiance is quaint, a bit cramped, and authentic. What's even better... I can even bring the kids with me; nice! read more

Soup is hit or miss. Our mushroom barley soup had canned mushrooms. The lady behind the counter rolled her eyes when we asked for an exchange. Latte was ok. Cookies were hard. Cake was dry. You buss your own table and the bussing station was disgusting. Water cups are plastic and ruining our environment. read more

I think in general this place is overrated this being said they make decent bread have a solid selection of pastries and other sweets. The best thing about turtle bread is the fact that you can sit outside on a beautiful day and enjoy breakfast or lunch with friends and family in a very nice atmosphere. If you're looking for a standard American breakfast this is a solid choice. The turkey bacon avocado sandwich is pretty good too. I've seen the Sysco trucks outside which I never like to see more and I get the feeling that turtle bread tries to give off a farm to table/local organic vibe. My only other beef with this place is that their iced coffee is terrible. This being said it's a solid choice for breakfast or lunch on a pretty day. read more

There is not adequate seating here for the weekend crowd. It's probably better when the weather is warmer and sitting outside is an option, but during the winter, what they have just doesn't cut it. We split a chocolate chip cookie and it was good. The prices were definitely better than some other bakeries we walked into. I wouldn't recommend planning on sitting down inside- it's better to get your food and drink to go. read more

I love Turtle Bread pastries, bread, soups, and quiches. Today as I was drinking coffee with a friend, I watched a staff person knock a pastry off of a basket onto the floor, pick it up, and put it back in the basket. No manager around just the staff who looked on uninterested. I'm going to think twice about going back. read more

Turtle Bread was a tiny hole in the wall when I was growing up and now it has this lovely dining area and a full lunch menu. I think they have nice salads, delicious soups, and unbelievable chocolate bread. It is so decadent and so rich. Perhaps I've gone on off-days or later than most people have lunch but I've never found the eating area to be cramped. Also, don't be afraid of the "kid friendly" ambiance if you're not a parent or want to avoid little munchkins. I've never found Turtle Bread to be overwhelmingly boisterous or loud. The only downside is that the outdoor seating can be a bit noisy since 44th Street is sometimes congested. read more

Awesome tomato basil soup; it's in between a tomato bisk and tomato soup, great winter time lunch. I get it at Urban Bean Coffee (Bryant & 33rd st.) sometimes. I have never actually been inside a Turtle Bread Company Store, but their soup is great and I have seen it everywhere. I love that Turtle Bread Company sells it's soups in other local businesses. read more

I have been here twice. Both times the pastries I got (we ordered several things each time) were stale as could be. I mean REALLY stale. I hate to think what the stuff in the "day old" bin tastes like. Blech. Will not be going back a third time. read more

We live a few blocks from here and really want to love this place but we're continually disappointed. The eggs at brunch are always either over or under cooked and the bread and pastries are stale and flavorless. I would take the short jaunt over to Rustica if you want a quality pastry/bread/cookie or Zumbro if you want a tasty brunch. read more

Tomato basil soup is excellent! Excellent assortment of pastries, but some are rather dry. Otherwise- very good.

I agree...I want to love this place but I just can't. It's not even the food, the food is OK. Breakfast can be hit or miss - last salad I had was a little rancid. But, overall bakeris very good. But what ruins it is the crabby 12 year olds who work there. It's the rude behaviour I've watch staff to new customers. My goodness, try and get a smile with your coffee! If crabby, poor service doesn't bother you, it's worth going. read more

i must be relaxing my standards or the fondness that i have for tosca next door has been rubbing off on this place. the sandwiches were pretty decent last time we were here and the pie is redeeming when you want to have a dessert, but you don't necessarily want that sugar hanging around the house. people seem incapable of using the corner door in the cold weather and sparing everyone the blast of cold air. but i chalk that up to general minnesotan lack of situational awareness. read more

I love this place. It's so cute inside, and everything I've tried is delicious. For something savory, order the tomato soup! It's as good as everyone says! The almond twists, cupcakes, mexican brownies are all AMAZING! I love the cupcakes because they have a nice thick layer of frosting on top, just how I like. They stay in one of those typical refrigerated glass cases at the bakery so the frosting doesn't melt. If you eat your cupcake at the bakery then of course the frosting is going to stay in a blob because it's chilled, but it ends up being fudgy and has a really nice contrast to the spongy, moist cake. The Mexican brownies are my favorite brownies on earth. Enough said! read more

Good food! A little confused why different printed menus listed different prices- and why the lower price was not honored. It'd be very easy to make prices consistent across different menus, why not do it? read more

Turtle bread is DOPE! Their food is bomb and the service is AWESOME! They're all vey friendly and seem to handle the busy rushes very well. Try the chicken mushroom and turkey Brie Sammy! I wish I could work here! Hell I wish I could live inside turtle bread forever and never eat anything but tomato basil and their yummy bread read more

I only gave Turtle Bread 2 stars because the food is never good! The 2 stars come from the ambiance and overall vibe. I want to love it, as it is a sweet little spot and the concept is good. But, every time I go there, I am disappointed. Today we got a turkey sandwich that was wrapped in plastic, as we thought we may go and eat elsewhere. We also got the blueberry pie. One word sums up both: SOGGY. The bread on the sandwich was wet and smashed thin. I assume from the tomato. We also got the beet salad. It looked like a kindergarten child had made it, by cutting up the beets with a plastic knife. It was bland and needed lots of salt. Which it shouldn't have, if made correctly. We took the turkey meat out of the sandwich, wrapped it up and brought it home for our dog. The soggy bread, etc. was thrown out. The blueberry pie had potential, as it was not too sweet. But, it had a SOGGY bottom (as they say in the world of baking). Why would Turtle Bread even offer sandwiches wrapped in plastic? It only takes 2 minutes to stick some turkey slices, lettuce and tomato between 2 slices of bread. Why can't Turtle Bread get with the quality control? I just don't understand. It should not be that difficult to make a decent sandwich and a nice salad. read more

What a great find! This bakery off France was so pleasant to visit. Great fresh baked bread, muffins, cakes, pastries etc as well as fresh soups and salads. I was there a little early for the lunch menu so I settled for a cup of soup, it was piping hot and and served with a piece of yummy soft fresh bread. Took a muffin, cupcake and piece of carrot cake to go to enjoy later (hey, give me a break, I'm 9 months pregnant). read more

We went to Turtle Bread Company today for lunch and the food was great! I love the outdoor seating. My only complaint is that the menu is very limited for lunch. I was craving a ceasar salad and it was not listed. There were only 2 types of salads. On a positive note, you can get breakfast until 2pm!!! read more

Slim lunch menu & costly at that. While having a forgetabble lunch, several customer tables were occupied with deliveries & dirty dish bins - a complete turnoff to an otherwise delightful ambiance. Snotty kids working behind the counter. read more

Gimme some more of that Tomato Basil Soup; simply heartwarming and with a nice bit of baguette on the side. I like the community tables, but I never feel quite comfortable, where I can hang out and relax a spell. There's some hustle and bustle and it feels like a store and a deli at the same time. read more