May Day Cafe – American
May Day Cafe is a sun-dappled neighborhood gem where the sweet perfume of freshly baked pastries and spiced breads fills the air, inviting guests to linger over buttery, fruit-studded danishes and hearty, golden-domed muffins. From the vibrant tartness of raspberry-cranberry jam to the comforting, earthy warmth of sweet potato and zucchini breads, every bite celebrates the simple, soulful joy of artisanal baking in a welcoming, community-focused space.
Bloomington Avenue South +16127295627 https://maydaycafe.coopRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, 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, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at May Day Cafe
Dairy-Free at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tomatillo & White Bean Soup, Sweet Potato Bread and Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gluten Free Apricot Rosemary Scone, Autumn Squash Soup and Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 41 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including M&M Cookie, Tomatillo & White Bean Soup and Sweet Potato Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Morning Glory Muffin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Autumn Squash Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Autumn Squash Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 14 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tomatillo & White Bean Soup, Sweet Potato Bread and Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at May Day Cafe
May Day Cafe in Bloomington has 38 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including M&M Cookie, Tomatillo & White Bean Soup and Sweet Potato Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at May Day Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| White Pie Pizza | 21.9 g | 83.4 g |
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| Chicken Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup | 102.5 g | 57.6 g |
| Tuna Pasta Salad | 52.5 g | 47.6 g |
| Pepperoni Hot Honey Pizza | 29.5 g | 38.7 g |
| Turkey Provelone & Marinated Onion Sandwich | 65.4 g | 35.3 g |
| Vegan Tahini Scone w/ Maple Glaze | 132.4 g | 34.8 g |
| Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookie | 108.6 g | 30.2 g |
| Chocolate/Almond/Butter Croissant | 27.9 g | 29.3 g |
| Veggie Sausage Egg and Cheddar Sandwich | 54.8 g | 28.7 g |
| Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookie | 83.4 g | 26.3 g |
| Tomatillo & White Bean Soup | 87.1 g | 23.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its flavorful and perfectly cooked pizzas, this spot earns praise from guests who appreciate the high-quality execution and reasonable pricing. Reviewers highlight the professional service and comfortable setting, noting that the atmosphere is ideal for a relaxed and satisfying meal. Standout dishes include the signature pizzas, which diners frequently recommend for their rich flavors and consistent quality.
Menu
Bakery
- Raspberry Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Morning Glory Muffin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sweet Potato Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pumpkin Bar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Macrobiotic
- Cherry Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 3-Berry Struessel Muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Zucchini Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Raspberry Cranberry Jam Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pumpkin Muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Date Bar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Savory Everything Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Raspberry Chocolate Chip Muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cranberry Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Carrot Cake Cupcake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Blueberry Streusel Muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lemon Curd Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Cheesecake Muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 7-Layer Bar Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Bostock Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Apple Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- M&M Cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Cherry Scone w/ Malt Glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Tahini Scone w/ Maple Glaze Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Gluten Free Apricot Rosemary Scone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Serrano Cheddar Biscuit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Rolls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate/Almond/Butter Croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Vegan Delight Pizza Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Pie Pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Hot Honey Pizza Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Cheddar Quiche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Spinach Ricotta Quiche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Bacon Swiss Quiche Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Ham Egg & Swiss Sandwich Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Veggie Sausage Egg and Cheddar Sandwich Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Turkey Provelone & Marinated Onion Sandwich Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Black Bean Burrito Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Autumn Squash Soup Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- African Peanut Soup: contains nuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Lentil & Kale Soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomatillo & White Bean Soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orzo Edamame Salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Pasta Salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about May Day Cafe
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan and gluten-free options include green lentil and kale soup and tomatillo and white bean soup, while no specific keto or low-carb dishes are listed.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- May Day Cafe is located at 3440 Bloomington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55407.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- The review summary indicates no major concerns, instead highlighting professional service, high-quality pizza execution, and a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu is extensive, featuring diverse artisanal pastries, muffins, pizzas, quiches, and soups that accommodate over twenty-five different dietary preferences.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include raspberry danishes, morning glory muffins, sweet potato bread, pumpkin bars, and signature pizzas.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- May Day Cafe has an official website at https://maydaycafe.coop, though the provided information does not mention online ordering.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American cafe stands out for its high-quality pizzas, professional service, and extensive range of specialized dietary options.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Yes, this budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers good value, with reviewers specifically praising its reasonable pricing and high-quality execution.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a comfortable, sun-dappled setting and a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere ideal for a relaxed and satisfying meal.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this community-focused cafe by enjoying a relaxed meal of signature pizzas or artisanal pastries in its comfortable, sun-dappled setting.
- Is May Day Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. May Day Cafe has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tomatillo & White Bean Soup, Sweet Potato Bread and Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad.
- What can I eat at May Day Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Tomatillo & White Bean Soup, Sweet Potato Bread and Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 14 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does May Day Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 14 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tomatillo & White Bean Soup and Sweet Potato Bread.
- Is May Day Cafe gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at May Day Cafe?
- White Pie Pizza, at roughly 83.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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