The Velo Rouge Cafe – French
Sunlight streams through the windows of this vibrant neighborhood hub, where the whir of espresso machines and the clinking of silverware create a rhythmic backdrop for locals and cycling enthusiasts alike. Hearty breakfast classics like velvety Eggs Benedict and golden-toasted sandwiches named for legendary climbs fuel the morning crowd, offering a comforting blend of rustic charm and soulful, home-style cooking. The space hums with a welcoming energy that invites guests to linger over a steaming bowl of oatmeal or a perfectly pressed tuna melt, making it the quintessential pit stop for community and conversation.
798, Arguello Boulevard, San Francisco, CA, 94118 +14157527799 https://www.sfvelorouge.com/0Cuisine: French
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Velo Rouge Cafe
Dairy-Free at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Arguello Breakfast, French Fries and Chips with Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Eggs (Any Style), Meat Side and Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Arguello Breakfast, Chips with Salsa and Banana Pancake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lox Bagel, Veggie Wrap and Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Two Eggs (Any Style). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries and House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips with Salsa, House Salad and Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Velo Rouge Cafe
The Velo Rouge Cafe in San Francisco has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Arguello Breakfast, Chips with Salsa and Banana Pancake. 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 The Velo Rouge Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Club Sandwich | 49.1 g | 57.3 g |
| The Ullrich Tuna Melt | 70 g | 40 g |
| The BALT | 106.4 g | 28.5 g |
| Granola and Yogurt | 107.4 g | 28.3 g |
| The Coppi Turkey Sandwich | 95.1 g | 25.3 g |
| Lox Bagel | 26.4 g | 23 g |
| Two Eggs (Any Style) | 15.9 g | 22.6 g |
| Egg Benedict | 21.2 g | 20.8 g |
| Chicken Tender with French Fries | 57.5 g | 18.5 g |
| Fried Chicken Salad | 6.6 g | 18 g |
| Toasted Bagel with Cream Cheese | 40.3 g | 16.2 g |
| Veggie Wrap | 7 g | 11.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Friday - Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- Arguello Breakfast: Two eggs any style, country potatoes, sourdough toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- McAllister Scrambled: Scrambled eggs, spinach, mushroom, feta cheese, country potatoes, English muffin toast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Benedict: Two poached eggs, avocado, Hollandaise sauce, toasted English muffins, choice of Smoked Salmon, Bacon, or Florentine (Spinach & Tomato), served with green salad or house potato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Oat Meal: Strawberry, banana, brown sugar, raisin Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Granola and Yogurt: Granola, almond, honey, plain yogurt, strawberry, banana Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sandwiches
- Mt. Ventoux Breakfast Sandwich: Grilled egg, bacon, jack cheese, croissant or bagel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- The Coppi Turkey Sandwich: Turkey, Jack cheese, cranberry sauce, spinach, sourdough, green salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The BALT: Bacon, Avocado, Mixed Green, Tomato, Mayonnaise, sourdough, green salad Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Ullrich Tuna Melt: Tuna Salad, tomato, Dijon mustard, cheddar cheese, sourdough, green salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club Sandwich: Bacon, ham, turkey, avocado, tomato, jack cheese, cheddar cheese, mixed green, mayonnaise, mustard, sourdough, green salad Available at: dinner, lunch
Wraps
- Leipheimer Burrito: Egg, black beans, home fries, cheddar cheese, salsa, avocado, sour cream, toasted tortilla, chips & salsa Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Merckx Wrap: Chicken tender, tomato, red onion, mixed green, honey mustard, toasted tortilla, chips & salsa
- Veggie Wrap: Avocado, black bean, mushroom, red onion, mixed green, hummus, toasted spinach tortilla, chips & salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Bagels
- Toasted Bagel with Cream Cheese: Plain or Everything bagel, cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Lox Bagel: Lox, cream cheese, red onion, caper, Plain or Everything bagel Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian
Sweets
- Banana Pancake: Three buttermilk pancakes, banana, fresh strawberry, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly
- French Toast: Six halves, blueberry, strawberry, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Salads
- House Salad: Mixed green, carrot, cucumber, avocado, strawberry, apple, lemon olive oil dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Fried Chicken Salad: Chicken tender, mixed green, tomato, red onion, honey mustard Dietary tags: Halal
Kids
- Grilled Cheese on Sourdough: Sourdough bread, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Chicken Tender with French Fries: Chicken tenders, french fries
Sides
- Chips with Salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Avocado Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Meat Side: Choice of Bacon, Ham, Turkey, or Chicken Apple Sausage Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Two Eggs (Any Style) Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Country Potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Toast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic
- French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about The Velo Rouge Cafe
- Is The Velo Rouge Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Velo Rouge Cafe has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Arguello Breakfast, French Fries and Chips with Salsa.
- What can I eat at The Velo Rouge Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Arguello Breakfast, French Fries and Chips with Salsa carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Velo Rouge Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips with Salsa and House Salad.
- Is The Velo Rouge 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 The Velo Rouge Cafe?
- Club Sandwich, at roughly 57.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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