California Plaza
Seasonal
Led by a fine dining Chef, our dedicated culinary team gathers foodie inspiration for out seasonal menu from around the country and across the globe. We constantly update our menu offerings, so be sure to check back often and follow us online to discover our Chef’s latest creations!
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- GF | Gluten-Free
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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Roasted Mushroom Shawarma Wrap VG
Shawarma-spiced roasted oyster mushrooms, grape tomatoes, red onions, with cilantro-jalapeno hummus, cucumber, shredded romaine, spicy zhoug sauce, garlic yogurt sauce (600 cal) in a panini-pressed whole wheat tortilla (230 cal)
Want to make it vegan? Just remove the garlic yogurt sauce
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Mendo’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Air-fried chicken, apple & celery root slaw, housemade bread & butter pickles, roasted garlic aioli (650 cal) on a toasted sesame brioche bun (280 cal)
**Available at participating locations only**
Cheffy Sandwiches
Sandwiches with the “RGF” symbol can be requested Gluten Free by substituting GF bread for $1.50.
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- GF | Gluten-Free
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
Foodie Favorites
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“Not So Fried” Chicken 10.95
Shaved, roasted chicken breast topped with Mendo’s krispies, herb aioli, mustard pickle slaw, tomatoes, pickled red onions (640 cal) on toasted ciabatta (260 cal) with a side of our chipotle BBQ (80 cal) or mustard pickle remoulade (120 cal).
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Peruvian Steak 11.95 RGF
Spicy aji amarillo marinated steak with Oaxacan cheese, herb aioli, red onions, tomatoes, shredded romaine (520 cal) on pressed torta bun (310 cal) + avocado $1 (80 cal).
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Prosciutto & Chicken 11.55 RGF | N
Prosciutto & roasted chicken breast with fresh mozzarella, crushed honey roasted almonds, basil pesto, balsamic glaze drizzle, tomatoes (580 cal) on panini-pressed ciabatta (260 cal).
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Mendo’s Original Pork Belly Banh Mi 11.45
Our Chef’s playful take on the popular Vietnamese sandwich with braised, caramelized pork belly, housemade pickled daikon & carrots, cilantro, cucumbers, jalapenos, chili aioli (540 cal) on panini-pressed ciabatta (260 cal).
Craveable Classics
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The Farm Club 10.95 RGF
Shaved, roasted turkey breast, smashed avocado, nitrate-free Applewood smoked bacon, herb aioli, tomatoes, mixed greens, pickled red onions (440 cal) on Mom’s seeded whole wheat (320 cal)
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A Sandwich Study of Heat 10.65 RGF
Shaved, roasted turkey breast, smoked gouda, smashed avocado, chili aioli, housemade jalapeno salsa verde, tomatoes, romaine lettuce (420 cal) on panini-pressed rustic white (320 cal) served with an extra side of jalapeno salsa verde (20 cal)
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Chicken MBP 9.95 RGF
Shaved, roasted chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, marinated red peppers, basil pesto, mixed greens, balsamic glaze drizzle (450 cal) on ciabatta (260 cal).
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Italiano Classico 10.95 RGF
Italian salami, capicola, honey ham, dijonnaise, provolone, spicy giardiniera, tomatoes, romaine lettuce (650 cal) on toasted sesame roll (300 cal).
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The Bistro Steak 11.75 RGF
Carved steak with dijonnaise, basil pesto, caramelized onion jam, roasted tomatoes, arugula, lemon squeeze (500 cal) on toasted sesame roll (300 cal).
Vegetarian & Vegan For All
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Mrs. Goldfarb’s Unreal Reuben 12.85 VG
Plant-based corned beef from Unreal Deli, havarti cheese, apple & celery root slaw, housemade bread & butter pickles, smoky thousand island (710 cal) on panini-pressed rye (280 cal)
Want to make it vegan? Swap havarti for plant-based smoked provolone cheese
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The Impossibly Good Impossible Burger 12.85 V | RGF
House-seasoned Impossible burger patty topped with plant-based smoked provolone, roasted umami mushrooms, caramelized onion jam, tomato, shredded romaine, roasted garlic aioli (600 cal) on a toasted plant-based brioche bun (210 cal)
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Vegan Banh Mi 10.85 V | RGF
Organic marinated, baked tofu with vegan aioli, sweet chili sauce, housemade pickled daikon & carrots, cucumbers, jalapenos, cilantro (390 cal) on panini-pressed ciabatta (260 cal).
Please note: gluten-free bread is NOT vegan
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Mario’s Caprese 8.95 VG | RGF
BelGioioso fresh mozzarella, marinated red peppers, basil pesto, mixed greens, balsamic glaze drizzle (600 cal) on ciabatta (260 cal).
Soulful Salads
Served with vegan whole wheat tortilla upon request (contains gluten).
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- GF | Gluten-Free
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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Avocado and Quinoa Superfood Ensalada 11.25 VG | GF
Chopped romaine, curly kale, quinoa & millet, housemade superfood krunchies, succotash with roasted corn, black beans & jicama, red onions, cilantro, cotija cheese, grape tomatoes, avocado (400 cal) with chipotle vinaigrette (250 cal) + shaved, roasted chicken breast $3 (110 cal)
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Mama Chen’s Chinese Chicken Salad 12.25 N
Shaved, roasted chicken breast, napa cabbage & kale slaw with carrots & bean sprouts, baby spinach, chopped romaine, scallions, cilantro, toasted cashews, crispy wontons (420 cal) with miso mustard sesame dressing (240 cal).
Want to make it vegan? Swap the chicken for marinated, baked tofu
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Saved Drake Farm’s Salad 12.85 GF | N
Shaved, roasted chicken breast, Herbes de Provence marinated Drake Family Farm’s goat cheese, pink lady beets, green apples, dried cranberries, crushed honey roasted almonds, red onions, mixed greens, chopped romaine (620 cal) with citrus vinaigrette (240 cal).
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The Impossible Taco Salad 11.75 V | GF
Plant-based Impossible chorizo, housemade superfood krunchies, chopped romaine, curly kale, black bean, roasted corn & jicama succotash, red onions, cilantro, grape tomatoes, avocado (400 cal) with house vegan chipotle ranch (240 cal).
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The Modern Caesar 2.0 Salad 9.95 GF
Curly kale, chopped romaine, housemade superfood krunchies, shaved Grana Padano cheese, red onions, grape tomatoes, avocado, lemon squeeze (290 cal) with classic Caesar dressing (340 cal) + shaved, roasted chicken breast $3 (110 cal).
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Chicken Cobb Salad 13.75
Shaved, roasted chicken breast, chopped romaine, spinach, nitrate-free Applewood smoked bacon, crumbled blue cheese, avocado, grape tomatoes, red onions, hard boiled egg (510 cal) with mustard shallot vinaigrette (240 cal).
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The Sophisticated Chicken & Prosciutto Salad 13.75 GF | N
Prosciutto & shaved, roasted chicken breast, roasted carrots, BelGioioso fresh mozzarella, crushed honey roasted almonds, marinated red peppers, red onions, grape tomatoes, mixed greens, chopped romaine (550 cal) with basil pesto balsamic vinaigrette (230 cal).
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“Not So Fried” Chicken Sandwich – Salad Style! 11.95
Our chef’s special “salad style” recipe for the “Not So Fried” Chicken Sandwich – shaved, roasted chicken breast, mustard pickle slaw, grape tomatoes, pickled red onions, chopped romaine, mixed greens, and Mendo’s krispies (470 cal) with mustard shallot dressing and a barbeque sauce drizzle (750 cal)
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Mendo’s Original Pork Belly Banh Mi – Salad Style! 12.55
Our chef’s special “salad style” recipe for our Mendo’s Original Pork Belly Banh Mi sandwich – braised, caramelized pork belly, housemade pickled daikon & carrots, cucumbers, jalapenos, chopped romaine, napa cabbage & kale slaw mix, and cilantro, (340 cal) with miso vinaigrette (570 cal)
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Italiano Classico – Salad Style! 11.95
Our chef’s special “salad style” recipe for the Italiano Classico sandwich – Italian salami, capicola, provolone, spicy giardiniera, grape tomatoes, and chopped romaine, (470 cal) with pesto dijonnaise dressing (630 cal) and a ciabatta crouton (60 cal)
Blue Plate Specials
Half sandwich paired with a deli side or cup of soup.
Pick from two sizes: NEW Small Deli Side | Medium Deli Side or Soup
Items with the “RGF” symbol can be requested Gluten Free by substituting GF bread for $0.75.
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- GF | Gluten-Free
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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1/2 Chicken MBP 9.95 - 10.95 RGF
Shaved, roasted chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, marinated red peppers, basil pesto, mixed greens, balsamic glaze drizzle (225 cal) on ciabatta (130 cal)
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1/2 Mario’s Caprese 9.95 - 10.95 VG | RGF
Fresh mozzarella, marinated red peppers, basil pesto, mixed greens, balsamic glaze drizzle (300 cal) on ciabatta (130 cal).
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1/2 Vegan Banh Mi 9.95 - 10.95 V | RGF
Organic marinated, baked tofu with vegan aioli, sweet chili sauce, housemade pickled daikon & carrots, cucumbers, jalapenos, cilantro (195 cal) on panini-pressed ciabatta (130 cal).
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1/2 The Farm Club 9.95 - 10.95 RGF
Shaved, roasted turkey breast, smashed avocado, nitrate-free Applewood smoked bacon, herb aioli, tomatoes, mixed greens, pickled red onions (220 cal) on Mom’s seeded whole wheat (160 cal).
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1/2 “Not So Fried” Chicken 9.95 - 10.95
Shaved, roasted chicken breast topped with Mendo’s krispies, herb aioli, mustard pickle slaw, tomatoes, pickled red onions (320 cal) on toasted ciabatta (130 cal) with a side of our chipotle BBQ (80 cal) or mustard pickle remoulade (120 cal).
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1/2 Bistro Steak 9.95 - 10.95 RGF
Carved steak with dijonnaise, basil pesto, caramelized onion jam, roasted tomatoes, arugula, lemon squeeze (250 cal) on toasted sesame roll (150 cal).
Kids
RECOMMENDED FOR KIDS 8 & UNDER
Served with a kids beverage and choice of sliced apples or grape tomatoes (organic milk add 1.25).
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- GF | Gluten-Free
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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Turkey and Cheddar Sandwich 5.35
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Cheddar Cheese Quesadilla 5.35 VG
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Salami and Provolone Sandwich 5.35
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Honey Ham and Provolone Sandwich 5.35
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich 5.35 VG | N
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Grilled Cheddar Cheese Sandwich 5.35 VG
Deli Sides & Soups
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- GF | Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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Kale & Apple Rainbow Salad VG | GF | N
Kale, granny smith apples, rainbow carrots, candied pecans, dried cranberries, toasted coconut, Thai basil vinaigrette
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Chopped Italian with Farro
Salami, provolone, kale, rainbow carrots, grape tomatoes, red onion, sweet hot pickled peppers, green olives, grana padano, in a Calabrian chile vinaigrette
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Pasta Shells of the Day 2.75 - 7.50 VG | N
Ask a team member for today’s selection, we rotate between our Almond Romesco (N) or Basil Pesto with Feta shells.
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Vegan Potato Salad of the Day 2.75 - 7.50 V
Ask a team member for today’s selection, we rotate between our Spicy Dijon (GF) and our Pickles and Dill!
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Marinated Red Beets & Quinoa Salad 2.75 - 7.50 VG | GF | N
With citrus, green apples, dried cranberries, honey roasted almonds, baby arugula in a honey lemon champagne vinaigrette.
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Spicy Curried Couscous 2.75 - 7.50 V
With roasted cauliflower & carrots with Mendo’s signature spice mix
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Seasonal Soup 4.50 - 7.50
Ask a team member for today’s selection!
Foodie Package
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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Large Foodie Package 290
30 half sandwiches with your choice of specialty leafy salad, gourmet deli side, and an artisan dessert tray
serves 15-20
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Medium Foodie Package 220
22 half sandwiches with your choice of specialty leafy salad, gourmet deli side, and an artisan dessert tray
serves 11-14
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Small Foodie Package 160
16 half sandwiches with your choice of specialty leafy salad, gourmet deli side, and an artisan dessert tray
serves 8-10
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Mini Foodie Package 120
10 half sandwiches with your choice of specialty leafy salad, gourmet deli side, and an artisan dessert tray
serves 5-7
Baby Blue Package
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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Large Baby Blue 205
30 half sandwiches paired with a Field Greens Salad (green apples, red onions, tomatoes, mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette)
serves 15-20
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Medium Baby Blue 145
22 half sandwiches paired with a Field Greens Salad (green apples, red onions, tomatoes, mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette)
serves 11-14
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Small Baby Blue 110
16 half sandwiches paired with a Field Greens Salad (green apples, red onions, tomatoes, mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette)
serves 8-10
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Mini Baby Blue 75
10 half sandwiches paired with a Field Greens Salad (green apples, red onions, tomatoes, mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette)
serves 5-7
Boxed Lunches
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
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Full Sandwich 12.79-14.79
Comes with potato chips and a cookie. Upgrade chips to a gourmet deli side for $2.
8 person minimum
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Half Sandwich 8.79-10.79
Comes with potato chips and a cookie. Upgrade chips to a gourmet deli side for $2.
8 person minimum
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Salad 12.79-14.79
Comes with potato chips and a cookie. Upgrade chips to a gourmet deli side for $2.
8 person minimum
Occasions Catering
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
"Cheffy" Cocktail Sandwiches
We require 48 hours’ notice to order our baby baguettes online.
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Prosciutto & Fig 36
Italian prosciutto, fig chutney, honey and herb marinated goat cheese, baby arugula, freshly squeezed lemon juice on brioche bun (190 cal/ea)
10 mini sandwiches per order
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Balsamic Steak & Bacon 36
carved steak with balsamic glaze drizzle, nitrate-free Applewood smoked bacon, herb aioli, baby arugula on pretzel bun (220 cal/ea)
10 mini sandwiches per order
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Tuscan Steak 36
carved steak, marinated red peppers, basil pesto, herb aioli, baby arugula, freshly squeezed lemon juice on pretzel bun (260 cal/ea)
10 mini sandwiches per order
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Caprese 32 VG
fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil pesto, mixed greens, balsamic glaze drizzle on brioche bun (250 cal/ea)
10 mini sandwiches per order
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Romesco Veggie 32 VG | N
marinated red peppers, olives, cucumbers, almond romesco sauce on brioche bun (220 cal/ea)
10 mini sandwiches per order
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BBQ Chicken & Smoked Gouda 32
shaved, roasted chicken breast tossed with BBQ sauce, smoked gouda, red onion, cilantro on brioche bun (220 cal/ea)
10 mini sandwiches per order
Skewers & Appetizers
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Crudites Platter with Gourmet Dip Trio 65 V | N
carrot, celery, cauliflower, and red Belgian endive served with a vegan dip trio of vegan chipotle ranch, almond romesco, and creamy vegan ranch (200-240 cal/serving)
serves 10-15 people
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BBQ Chicken Skewers 42 GF
grilled chicken breast drizzled with BBQ sauce and served with creamy vegan ranch dipping sauce (50 cal/ea)
24 skewers per order
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Caprese Skewers 42 VG | GF
fresh mozzarella, baby arugula, grape tomato, served with basil pesto balsamic dipping sauce (110 cal/ea)
24 skewers per order
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Chinese Tofu Skewers 42 V
organic marinated, baked tofu glazed with miso mustard sesame dressing, served with our Asian sesame ranch dipping sauce (60 cal/ea)
24 skewers per order
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Peruvian Steak Skewers 50 GF
carved steak, nitrate-free Applewood smoked bacon, marinated red peppers, grape tomato, served with our spicy aji amarillo “yellow rooster” dipping sauce (60 cal/ea)
24 skewers per order
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Chili Rubbed Chicken Skewers 42 GF
seasoned and grilled chicken breast served with a sweet chili dipping sauce (60 cal/ea)
24 skewers per order
Salads
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
Gourmet Deli Sides
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Vegan Potato Salad of the Day 27-47 V
(220-290 cal/serving)
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Pasta Salad of the Day 27-47 VG
(160-260 cal/serving)
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Marinated Red Beets & Quinoa 27-47 VG | GF | N
citrus, green apples, diced cranberries, honey roasted almonds, baby arugula in a honey lemon champagne vinaigrette (140-190 cal/serving)
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Spicy Curried Couscous 27-47 V
roasted cauliflower & carrots with Mendo’s signature spice mix (230-310 cal/serving)
Specialty Leafy Salads
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Field Greens Salad 23-45 V | GF
green apples, red onions, tomatoes, mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette (70-90 cal/serving)
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The Modern Caesar 2.O 29-49 GF
curly kale, chopped romaine, housemade superfood krunchies, shaved Grana Padano cheese, red onions, grape tomatoes, avocado with classic caesar dressing (130-170 cal/serving)
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Mama Chen’s Salad 29-49 VG | N
napa cabbage & kale slaw, carrots, bean sprouts, baby spinach, chopped romaine, scallions, cilantro, toasted cashews, crispy wontons with miso mustard sesame dressing (100-130 cal/serving)
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“Saved Drake Farm’s” Salad 45-65 VG | GF | N
honey and herb marinated creamy goat cheese, pink lady beets, green apples, dried cranberries, crushed honey roasted almonds, red onions, mixed greens with citrus vinaigrette (140-190 cal/serving)
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Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada 45-65 VG | GF
chopped romaine, curly kale, quinioa & millet, housemade superfood krunchies, black bean, roasted corn & jicama succotash, red onions, cilantro, cotija cheese, grape tomatoes, avocado with chipotle vinaigrette (140-190 cal/serving)
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Fall & Winter Farmers Market Salad 45-65 VG | GF | N
grapes, dried figs, feta cheese, crushed honey roasted almonds, mixed greens with maple sherry vinaigrette (110-150 cal/serving)
Kids Corner
- V | Vegan
- VG | Vegetarian
- RGF | Can be Requested Gluten-Free
- N | Contains Nuts
Basic Baby Baguettes
We require 48 hours’ notice to order our baby baguettes online.
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Salami, Ham & Provolone 17-34
with yellow mustard (190 cal/ea)
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Turkey & Smoked Gouda 17-34
with herb aioli (240 cal/ea)
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Cucumber & Cream Cheese 14-28 VG
with tomatoes and sprouts (140 cal/ea)
Favorites
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Kids Crudites Platter with Gourmet Dip 48 VG | N
carrot, celery, and cauliflower served with your choice of one of our gourmet dips (vegan chipotle ranch, almond romesco or creamy vegan ranch) (60-100 cal/serving)
serves 12-15 kids
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Kids Sack Lunch 5.75
a full kid-friendly sandwich with potato chips, packed in a bag (540-690 cal)
choose from: peanut butter & jelly, turkey & cheddar, salami & provolone, or cheddar cheese sandwich
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Kids Sandwich Platter 40
24 bite-sized sandwiches. Please choose one sandwich type per order (80-120 cal/ea)
Choose from: peanut butter & jelly, turkey & cheddar, salami & provolone, or cheddar cheese sandwich