Hard Times Cafe MN Menu
Welcome to Hard Times Cafe MN, a hidden gem in Minneapolis that embraces a unique blend of casual dining and hipster culture. Nestled at 1821 Riverside Ave, this cafe is a haven for those seeking delicious vegan and vegetarian options, alongside traditional diner fare. The menu offers standout dishes such as the Helter Skelter hashbrowns and the mouth-watering Seitan Philly sandwich, both crafted with housemade ingredients that speak to the cafe’s commitment to quality.
The ambiance is laid-back and grunge-inspired, perfect for enjoying a hearty brunch or late-night meal. With a focus on sustainability, Hard Times Cafe uses compostable containers and offers reusable tableware, reflecting a dedication to both flavor and eco-friendliness. Customers love the fast service, vibrant setting, and the delightful array of vegan baked goods. Plus, the lively atmosphere is ideal for groups or a casual outing with friends.
In summary, Hard Times Cafe MN is more than just a cafe; it’s a community hub celebrating diverse culinary experiences.
Breakfast
Helter Skelter
hashbrowns topped with scrambled egg, cheddar, grilled onion, green pepper, mushroom, broccoli, cauliflower, tomato. choice of toast white, wheat, marble rye
Vegan Helter Skelter
hashbrowns topped with scrambled tofu, grilled onion, green pepper, mushroom, broccoli, cauliflower, tomato. choice of toast white, wheat, marble rye add housemade vegan cheese 3
Huevos Rancheros
corn torillas topped with cheddar, refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans, basted eggs, salsa, sour cream, lime wedge, and cabbage jalepeno slaw
Vegan Rancheros
corn torillas topped with refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans, scrambled tofu, salsa, cilantrojalapeno sauce, lime wedge, and cabbage jalapeno slaw.
Breakfast Burrito
cheddar, scrambled eggs, refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans. side of salsa, sour cream, cabbage jalapeno slaw, lime wedge, and corn tortilla chips
Vegan Breakfast Burrito
scrambled tofu, refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans. side of salsa, cilantrojalapeno sauce, cabbange jalapeno sauce, lime wedge, and corn tortilla chips. add housemade vegan cheese 3
Migas
crispy corn tortillas scrambled with grilled onion, green pepper, mushroom, and eggs on a bed of spinach. topped with salsa and sour cream with cabbage jalapeno slaw and lime wedge
Vegan Migas
crispy corn tortillas scrambled with grilled onion, green pepper, mushroom, and tofu on a bed of spinach. topped with salsa and cilantrojalapeno sauce with cabbage jalapeno slaw and lime wedge.
Peasant Potatoes
hashbrowns topped with grilled onion, green pepper, broccoli, and cauliflower
Biscuits Gravy
housemade buttermilk biscuits, housemade mushroom gravy. topped with tomato and scallions half order 6
Vegan Biscuits Gravy
housemade vegan biscuits, housemade mushroom gravy. topped with tomato and scallions. half order 6
Breakfast Bagel
housemade vegan sausage patty, scrambled egg, cheddar
Vegan Breakfast Bagel
housemade vegan sausage patty, scrambled tofu, housemade vegan cheese
Classic Breakfast
2 eggs specify style, hashbrowns, choice of toast wheat, white, marble rye half order 6.50
Vegan Classic Breakfast
scrambled tofu, hashbrowns, choice of toast wheat, white, marble rye half order 6
Biscuit Breakfast
buttermilk biscuit, one egg specify style, hashbrowns, housemade vegan sausage patty add housemade mushroom gravy 3
Vegan Biscuit Breakfast
housemade vegan biscuit, scrambled tofu, hashbrowns, housemade vegan sausage patty add housemade mushroom gravy 3
Buttermilk Short Stack
three small cakes made with real buttermilk add real maple syrup 3
Vegan Big Fat Pancake
platesized vegan pancake add real maple syrup 3
French Toast
five slices of white bread, topped with powdered sugar add real maple syrup 3
Granola With Yogurt
housemade granola with coconut and almond with yogurt 5.50 with oatmilk 5.00 with soy or dairy milk 4.50
Eggs Toast
two eggs specify style, choice of toast white, wheat, marble rye sub biscuit or bagel 1.50
Tofu Toast
scrambled tofu with choice of toast white, wheat, marble rye sub vegan biscuit or bagel 1.50
Hashbrowns
add cheese 2.50 add housemade vegan cheese 3.00 half order 3.50
Vegan Sausage
single patty, made inhouse
Bagel With Cream Cheese
Short Order
Soups
Cup Of Soup
rotating daily selection of housemade soups. with choice of bread white, wheat, marble rye or corn tortilla chips
Bowl Of Soup
rotating daily selection of housemade soups. with choice of bread white, wheat, marble rye or corn tortilla chips
Greek Salad
spinach, romaine, tomato, red onion, cucumber, kalamata olive, feta, and lemon wedge. served with warm pita bread and balsamic vinaigrette
Haystack
crushed corn tortilla chips, romaine, refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans, cheddar, tomato, red onion, housemade salsa, sour cream, cabbage jalapeno slaw, lime wedge.
Garden Salad
romaine, spinach, onion, green pepper, carrot, cucumber, tomato, broccoli, cauliflower, choice of dressing balsamic vinaigrette, tahini garlic, cilantrojalapeno, thousand island
Side Salad
romaine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion, choice of dressing balsamic vinaigrette, tahinigarlic, cilantrojalapeno, thousand island
Salads
Sandwiches
Seitan Philly
housemade seitan, green pepper, onion, swiss add mushrooms 1.50 sub housemade vegan cheese 3.00
Seitan Gyro
housemade seitan, romaine, tomato, red onion, cucumber, warm pita side of tahinigarlic sauce add hummus 2.50
Banh Mi
housemade seitan, cucumber, pickled daikon radish and carrot mix, cilantrojalapeno sauce
Korean BBQ Tofu Bun
grilled marinated tofu, housemade kimchi, vegan mayo
Falafel Sandwich
housemade falafel patties, romaine, tomato, red onion, cucumber on a warm pita. side of tahinigarlic sauce add hummus 2.00
Grilled Cheese
choice of bread white, wheat, marble rye choice of cheese cheddar or swiss sub housemade vegan cheese 3.00
Tempeh Reuben
grilled tempeh, swiss, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing on marble rye. add mushrooms 1.50 sub housemade vegan cheese 3.00
Veggie Wrap
garden vegetable tortilla, cheddar, hummus, spinach, tomato, grilled onion, green pepper, mushroom
TLT
grilled tempeh, lettuce, tomato, housemade vegan mayo on toasted wheat
Veggie Burger
housemade veggie patty with lettuce, onion, tomato, side of vegan mayo choice of cheddar or swiss sub housemade vegan cheese 3.00
Hummus Platter
housemade hummus, spinach, tomato, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives. served with warm pita bread and lemon wedge
Falafel Platter
housemade falafel patties, spinach, tomato, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives. served with warm pita bread, hummus, lemon wedge, and tahinigarlic dressing add feta 3.00 add extra pita 2.00
Tofu Garden Scramble
scrambled tofu, broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, garlic, grilled onion, green pepper, mushroom. served with brown rice on a bed of spinach with lemon wedge
Steamed Rice Vegetables
steamed kale, broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, garlic, brown rice, lemon wedge choice of korean bbq, tahinigarlic, or peanut sauce add seitan or tofu 3.00 add tempeh 3.50
Setian Fajitas
flour tortillas, housemade seitan grilled with onion, green peppers, and mushroom. served with brown rice, salda, cilantrojalapeno suace, corn tortilla chips, lime wedge.
Burrito Grande
refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans, cheddar, brown rice, romaine lettuce, tomato, red onion. side of salsa, sour cream, cabbage jalapeno slaw, lime wedge, and corn tortilla chips. sub housemade vegan cheese and cilantrojalapeno sauce 3.00
Bean Rice Burrito
refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans and brown rice. side of salsa, cabbage jalapeno slaw, lime wedge, and corn tortilla chips. add cheddar 2.50 add housemade vegan cheese 3.00
Quesadilla
fried flour tortilla, cheddar, brown rice, refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans. side of salsa, sour cream, cabbage jalapeno slaw, and lime wedge. half order 9.00 sub housemade vegan cheese and cilantrojalapeno sauce 3.00
Nachos
corn torilla chips, cheddar, refriend pinto beans or ancholime black beans, housemade salsa, cabbage jalapeno slaw, sour cream, lime wedge sub housemade vegan cheese and cilantrojalapeno sauce 3.00
Platters
Small Plates
Chips Salsa
organic corn tortilla chips with housemade salsa
Beans Rice
refried pinto beans or ancholime black beans with rice served with lime wedge
Hummus Pita
housemade hummus and warm pita bread served with lemon wedge
