Hard Times Cafe
Hard Times Cafe is a restaurant provider in Minneapolis, MN serving Minneapolis and surrounding areas. Hard Times Cafe provides professional restaurant services in Minneapolis, MN. Contact Hard Times Cafe for a free estimate.
About Hard Times Cafe
Hard Times Cafe provides professional restaurant services in Minneapolis, MN. A collectively owned restaurant in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, known for its punk and hippie ideology, gritty ambiance, and large selection of vegan and vegetarian food. Open daily from 8 a.m. to midnight. We welcome guests for dine-in, takeout, and catering. Our menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared daily by our kitchen team. We accommodate dietary restrictions including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and common allergen modifications with advance notice. Private dining available for groups and special events. Online ordering and delivery available through our website and major delivery platforms. Happy hour specials and seasonal menu rotations keep our offerings fresh and exciting. Proudly serving Minneapolis and the Twin Cities.
14 years in business
Services
Catering
FeaturedCustom catering menus for events, parties, corporate lunches, and special occasions. Minimum order applies.
Starting at $25 / per person
Dine-In
FeaturedFull service dining experience with our complete menu. Reservations recommended for peak hours.
Starting at $25 / per person
Happy Hour
Daily happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers. Check our menu for current offerings and hours.
Starting at $10 / per item
Private Events
Private dining room or full buyout available for special events, rehearsal dinners, and corporate functions.
Starting at $575 / per event
Takeout & Delivery
Full menu available for pickup or delivery through our website or third-party delivery apps.
Starting at $10 / per order
Location
1821 Riverside Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Hours of Operation
Services Offered
Catering
Custom catering menus for events, parties, corporate lunches, and special occasions. Minimum order applies.
$25
starting at
Dine-In
Full service dining experience with our complete menu. Reservations recommended for peak hours.
$25
starting at
Happy Hour
Daily happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers. Check our menu for current offerings and hours.
$10
starting at
Private Events
Private dining room or full buyout available for special events, rehearsal dinners, and corporate functions.
$575
starting at
Takeout & Delivery
Full menu available for pickup or delivery through our website or third-party delivery apps.
$10
starting at
Reviews
4.4
5 reviews
5 reviews
Brian G.
Used Hard Times Cafe and was very satisfied with the restaurant work. Got quotes from three companies and these guys had the best combination of price and professionalism. Really glad I chose them.
6 people found this helpful
Response from Hard Times Cafe
Glad we could help with your restaurant project! We take pride in serving the Minneapolis community. Thank you for the recommendation.
Bianca D.
At this point I have lost count of how many times I have been here. That alone should tell you how good they are. Consistency over time is the true test and they pass it every time.
Alex K.
Hard Times Cafe is a vegetarian/vegan co-op that's been feeding Minneapolis since 1987. The huevos rancheros are $10 and massive. Cash only, communal tables, punk rock atmosphere. Not for everyone but if you get it, you love it. Dinkytown institution near U of M campus.
12 people found this helpful
Response from Hard Times Cafe
Thank you for choosing us for your restaurant needs in Minneapolis! We appreciate the kind words and look forward to helping you again.
Shauna Q.
The customer service here sets them apart from everyone else in the area. They remember you, they care about the details, and they go out of their way to make it right.
Response from Hard Times Cafe
Thanks for the great feedback! We are always working to earn that fifth star and appreciate you pointing us in the right direction.
Laura A.
We needed someone reliable and they delivered. Fair pricing, showed up when they said they would, and the work was exactly what we needed. Would use again.
Response from Hard Times Cafe
Wow, thank you! Our team will be so happy to read this. Reviews like yours make it all worthwhile.
Location
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated April 2026