Garden Cafe – American
Sun-drenched and lush, this vibrant escape invites guests to linger over a table filled with artfully charred vegetables and creamy, shareable plates that celebrate the season’s bounty. The air carries the savory aroma of meatballs al forno and blistered shishito peppers, while crisp, garden-fresh salads provide a bright contrast to rich salmon mousse spread over warm, golden focaccia. It is a sanctuary of fresh flavors where every bite, from the crunch of fried zucchini to the silkiness of fresh burrata, captures the effortless elegance of a meal shared in a serene, verdant setting.
5310, Junius Street, Dallas, TX, 75214 +12148878330 https://www.gardencafe.net/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Thursday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Blistered Shishito Peppers - $8: lime juice, fresh cilantro, queso fresco, crispy shallots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- Burrata - $12: arugula, strawberry, honey, pistachio, focaccia Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Salmon Mousse with Focaccia - $14: sliced cucumber, house pickles, dill Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Grilled Artichokes - $12: parmesan aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Crispy Cauliflower - $10: okinawa white bbq, herb salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Meatballs Al Forno - $14: marinara, mozzarella, focaccia bread
- Fried Zucchini - $12: gluten free breading, dill aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Salads
- The Ivy - $12: garden-fresh kale, shaved cabbage, golden raisins, toasted cashews, parmesan, champagne vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- The House - $12: mixed greens, poached pears, goat cheese, candied pecan, fried onion, balsamic Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber
- Winter Caesar - $12: kale, romaine, roasted sweet potato, dried cranberry, almond, parmesan, crouton Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
Main Courses
- Cajun Shrimp & Cheddar Grits - $24: collard greens with bacon
- Vegan Alfredo - $18: zucchini, yellow squash, cashew alfredo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Gnocchi Popagano - $18: exotic mushrooms, spinach, ricotta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Meat Loaf - $18: house red sauce, whipped potatoes Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Roasted Chicken - $24: brined + smoked with molasses demi, pickled vegetables and whipped potatoes
- Flat Iron Steak - $24: cauliflower mash, beef demi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Salmon - $24: sweet potato puree, cran-pecan & spinach, cranberry beurre blanc Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- The Chop - $26: frenched pork chop, sautéed summer veggies, voodoo maque choux
- Coffee Rubbed 36 Hour Sous Vide Beef Cheek - $29: pearl couscous risotto, tuscan salsa verde, arugula salad, pickled fennel Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Nana's Chicken & Dumplin's - $18: dale's mother's original recipe from 1941
Sides
- Seasonal Soup (Cup) - $6: featured seasonal soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Seasonal Soup (Bowl) - $10: featured seasonal soup Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sautéed Local Mushroom Mix - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Collard Greens with Bacon - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Whipped Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Cheese Grits - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fries with Parmesan Aioli - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Scones - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Biscuits - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Desserts
- Featured Seasonal Dessert - $8
- Creme Brulee - $8
- Strawberry Shortcake - $8
- Cheesecake - $45
- Homemade Pie - $45 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Deep Ellum Dallas Blonde - $6: Kolsch/Blonde Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lone Pint Yellow Rose SMaSH IPA - $6.5: 6.8 ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Community Mosaic IPA - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Martin House Doctor Bock - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Deep Ellum Neato Bandito - $6: Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Michelob Ultra - $4.5
- Left Hand Milk Stout - $8: 16oz
- Martin House Brewing Company Pils - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ace Joker Dry Cider - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bishop Crackberry Cider - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Martin House Best Maid Pickle Sour - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Plank Bavarian Hefeweizen - $10: 5.2 ABV, 16.2oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Athletic Brewing Co. Upside Dawn - $6: Non-Alcoholic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Classic Mimosa - $7: orange juice, sparkling wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Peach Bellini - $10: homemade white peach puree, Belstar Prosecco
- Sangria - $12: garnacha wine, orange juice, fresh fruit
- Bloody Mary - $12: Platinum Vodka, Housemade Bloody Mary Mix, Tajin Rim
- Screwdriver - $12: Platinum Vodka, Orange Juice
- Ranch Water - $12: Dos Locos Tequila, Lime Juice, Topo Chico
- Tequila Sunrise - $12: Dos Locos Tequila, Orange Juice, Grenadine
- Margarita - $12: Dos Locos Tequila, Rio Loco Triple Sec, Lime Juice
- Aperol Spritz - $12: Lumitivo Aperol, Prosecco, Soda, Orange Slice
- Espresso Martini - $12: Platinum Vodka, Espresso, Irish Cream, Simple Syrup
- Old Fashioned - $12: Old Hays Reserve Whiskey, Bourbon Barrel Aged Bitters
- Saturday Sun Mocktail - $7: chamomile tea, lavender, pineapple, lemon, honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- El Pedro Mocktail - $10: seedlip spice 94 NA spirit, grapefruit, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Remy's Garden Mocktail - $8: cucumber, lime, mint, coconut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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