Good Day Cafe

You may have noticed that I have a slight aversion to all things suburban. But every once in a while, I do find a gem in a strip mall, a beacon of light shinning through the mass of sameness...Ok, ok, I'll drop the dramatics now. The truth is, there are plenty of lovely eateries peppering the suburban landscape. One such place is Good Day Cafe, perched quietly where St. Louis Park, Golden Valley and Minneapolis meet.

The Good Day Cafe is adorable with a capital A. It has a French bistro vibe with a giant fireplace anchoring the huge room and bright, sunny faux paint splashed on the walls. The food is fresh and varied, with seasonally thoughtful specials to boot. The staff seem like they love their jobs, which is always a plus. They must all have kids, because we always feel welcomed and tolerated, even when Millie is at her toddler worst.

At our latest visit to this warm, welcoming cafe, I tried a salad for the first time, and was surprisingly impressed. Super fresh, buttery lettuce and veggies, potent blue cheese, and fried-within-an-inch-of-itself bacon made for a lovely, lovely lunch and was sort-of worth passing up on the amazing french fries. Luckily, Millie got some with her lunch, a giant "kids" burger served on a soft, sweet bun with a mountain of crisp lettuce and just-picked tomatoes (no, of course she didn't eat those!)

I have to mention one of best breakfast options at Good Day Cafe, The Huevos Rancheros. Worth every single calorie (or point, or carb, or whatever you're counting) this luscious plate of eggs, black beans, and chorizo patties covered with red and green salsa is spicy enough for a nice morning kick, but mellow enough to appeal to any taste. I adore Huevos Rancheros, and the Good Day Cafe's version, while not the most authentic, is one of my favorites.

The desserts all sounded amazing, but if you think you are too full, that's ok. You might change your mind by the time you hit the lobby, and you'll be in luck because hey, there is a gorgeous bakery case just for these moments of indecision.

Good Day Cafe

5410 Wayzata Blvd.
Golden Valley, MN

763-544-0205