Hard Times Cafe

Hard Times Cafe

⭐ 4.5/5 (1420 reviews) 💰 $10–20 per person Casual Dining

📍 1821 Riverside Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Restaurant Information

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.5/5.0 • 1420 reviews
📍 Address
1821 Riverside Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55454
🌐 Website
💰 Price Range
$10–20 per person
🍽️ Category
Casual Dining

⏰ Opening Hours

Monday8 am–12 am
Tuesday8 am–12 am
Wednesday8 am–12 am
Thursday8 am–12 am
Friday8 am–12 am
Saturday8 am–12 am
Sunday8 am–12 am

ℹ️ About This Restaurant

Stepping into the Hard Times Cafe is like taking a step back in time. This cozy, casual eatery has a historic, almost nostalgic ambiance that immediately puts you at ease. The exposed brick walls and vintage decor create a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a leisurely meal or catching up with friends. What really sets this place apart, though, is its dedication to serving up delicious, plant-based dishes that cater to a wide range of dietary needs.

The menu at Hard Times Cafe is a veritable treasure trove of vegan delights. From their renowned coffee and tea selection to their comforting, healthy entrees and mouthwatering desserts, every item is crafted with care and attention to detail. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a more leisurely dining experience, this cafe has something to satisfy your cravings.

Features & Amenities

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park Has wheelchair-accessible entrance Has wheelchair-accessible seating Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway Serves dine-in No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee Serves great dessert Has great tea selection Serves local speciality
Popular for
Popular for breakfast Popular for lunch Popular for dinner Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee Serves comfort food Serves healthy options Serves late-night food Serves organic dishes Quick bite Serves small plates Serves vegan dishes Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast Serves brunch Serves lunch Serves dinner Serves dessert Has seating No table service
Amenities
Has bar on site Has gender-neutral toilets Has toilet Has Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Historic Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups Popular with tourists Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Cash only
Children
Good for kids High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking Paid parking lot Paid street parking Plenty of parking

💬 Customer Reviews

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"All vegan menu (they have vegetarian sausage). Food was very good. Coffee was good. Service was very friendly but can be..."

— Customer #1
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"Rad vegetarian and vegan spot with loads of character! We ordered dinner and started eating our delicious vegan baked🍪g..."

— Customer #2
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"WOW. GREAT. I was visiting from out of town and had a list of vegan spots to check out in …"

— Customer #3