Just when I thought I couldn't take another veggie burger, here comes Francis with the "Hold my beer." I tried their namesake burger and it was amazing! I believe it's an Impossible burger, but that buttery toasted bun and their special, homemade sauces really set them apart from the others. It left me immediately wanting another! Mosh Pit Fries were also delicious! Basically, it's the burger on fries instead of a bun. I added bacon and jalapeños to mine, and omitted the cheese. Impossible Nuggets were equally delicious. Fried golden crispy with a subtle flavoring. I tried about 6 of their sauces. My favorites: Francis sauce, Habanero BBQ, BBQ, BBQ aioli. Chkn Sandwich - one of the best, juiciest (but not a weird texture) vegan chicken sandwiches that I've ever had! They offer specials from time to time, like the corn dog, which I missed because I had to leave town. The only thing I'd love more is if they offered vegan milkshakes. They are preparing their first brick and mortar, so I cannot wait to experience the full service menu! read more

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I had no idea this was a vegan place when I walked in. I saw the word "burger" and gravitated toward the sign. I was greeted by a friendly staff person behind the counter and took a seat by the large window. You'll scan the QR code for the menu, and since I have no experience with vegan foods, I opted for the Francis Burger with fries. This is an impossible patty with lettuce, dill pickles, tomato, francy sauce (like a thousand island), on a brioche bun. I also got cheese for a little up-charge. So delicious. I could barely tell this wasn't a beefy delight. The francy sauce added a little tangy touch and the fries were crispy and seasoned nicely. Very low key atmosphere. Bar seating and a few bench/small table seats by the window. There is a larger seating area which I neglected to get a picture of. Great staff, great food. This is a no tipping establishment so you'll see the price increase on your bill which is a fair trade. I would definitely visit again! read more

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This place has no parking lot, but it was pretty easy to find street parking right outside. Me a two friends came here on a busy Saturday night With no reservation. We were sat at the bar immediately and serviced right away. Great friendly staff and speedy service. The bartender gave us some recommendations. We went with everything the bartender suggested, and the food was fantastic. I would say this place is more of a nicer American style bar and Grill. Highly recommend if you're looking for some good food and drinks and a low key vibe. read more

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I can't believe it's vegan! As a non vegan who has vegan friends, I'll admit I was skeptical of the greatness of Francis Burger Joint. I decided to get the Juicy Lucy with a house made bean burger. No lie, it was fabulous. They got all of the burger flavors exactly right. It was savory, juicy, and the bun was satisfyingly buttery and crispy. It was exactly as you'd want it to be if you were having a "real" burger. I am telling all my friends about this, and I am definitely coming back. read more

Francis Burger Joint - Juicy Lucy - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I popped in looking for a Bloody Mary and an easy brunch to go and had heard about Francis but had never been. I live nearby but would absolutely return, even if I didn't. The service was over-the-top genuine hospitality; I truly felt like a guest in someone's space. I was only there for about 30 mins to have my drink and leave, but even in that short period of time, I witnessed the (presumably owner? Manager?) genuinely greet each guest to the point where I thought that he either a) knows everyone, or b) has made that many genuine connections with his guests...that's how friendly and hospitable he was. The bartender was equally friendly and kind. My Bloody Mary was smoky and savory and I ordered the breakfast burger to go, which was great. I can't wait to try the other items from the menu, as they all sounded delicious. Prices are very reasonable as well. Go enjoy and support this place! I hope they are around for a long while. I've worked in the service industry my entire life, and I applaud their genuinely kind and appreciative service and cool concept. Thanks, Francis! read more

A hidden gem!! I had never heard of Francis Burger Joint before but I was in the area and we stopped in for some food and I am soo so happy I did! Everything here was plant based which made me a little nervous for how it was going to taste, but it tasted exactly how a burger usually tastes. Maybe even better! It was also a very cute restaurant, all pink and very modern. We ordered at the table with a QR code and our drinks and food came out very fast! Overall would definitely recommend! read more

Francis Burger Joint - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Food was delicious, environment setting was fun and pleasant, and service/people there are wonderful and so nice. I still can't believe the burgers are plant-based, it was delicious! read more

Tried the new location on Lake Street and was equally as pleased as the NE location. Great service, food is wonderful, nice outdoor space and great location! read more

Fantastic! Go here even if you're not vegan nor a vegetarian. You'll never know. Took my 85 year old father and he ordered their Francis burger and didn't realize he was not eating beef until the ride home. To be fair, I told him when we were in the restaurant, he just didn't hear me. We also ordered the brussels sprouts which everybody turned their nose up at until we dug in. They were delicious and I want that recipe! The wait staff was on top of things. Very pleasant, non-obtrusive. I really like the way they run things here. Really good portions--very good food--really good atmosphere. The place was clean. The bathrooms were clean. We will be going back for return visits. To the people that work there, great job guys! We Love what you're doing. Keep it going. We support you. read more

I am nowhere near being a vegan, but Francis opened my eyes a little bit to the possibilities of vegan food. I have always been extremely skeptical of meat substitutes as I love the flavor of meat, eat it often, and thought I can definitely tell the difference every time. This time, I was at Sociable, and my partner was hungry and ordered the 8 piece nuggets and fries to share with me. The fries were really good which is very important for me as I love fries. The vegan chicken nuggets were decent, they definitely could pass as chicken for me which really surprised me and I was impressed. They reminded me quite a bit of the frozen chicken nuggets I would eat as a kid. read more

Francis Burger Joint - Food truck at Sociable Cider Werks - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I had been hearing all of the hype about Francis and had to give it a try for myself! I was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere, servers, cocktail menu, and food. I ordered the chicken bacon ranch sandwich with fries and a couple of cocktails, one I can't remember the name of, and an infused seltzer Paloma. The sandwich tasted just like chicken, similar texture and everything, and was overall great tasting. I wouldn't have ever known it wasn't chicken upon trying, which is pretty impressive to have such great options for my vegan friends and family! Nothing negative to say about Francis, I really enjoyed the drink selection, the fries were good and crispy. Would definitely come back! read more

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Did I order a "chicken" sandwich at a self-proclaimed vegan burger joint? I sure did and I was NOT disappointed! Went with a group of ladies to try this new spot. First off the drink menu is impressive! A Wisco Fashion? My relatives would be proud. They did the cheese state proud and honestly I preferred the pickle in the olive and orange slice & cherry over my Great Aunt's tradition of a brussel sprout as the garnish! I really wanted to try the chili fries and the waiter said I could add them as my side and suggested a chicken sandwich when I asked him what I should get. So I went with my regular bar and grill order of a ranch bacon chicken sandwich. I forgot I was in a vegan restaurant! The flavors and textures are that good! Seriously the seitan bacon was very passable and I thought the chicken sammie was superb! They do a great job with their shoestring potato fries. So fresh and crunchy. The chili had a nice spice without being hot and the crunch of the fries held up to the chili sauce. I definitely want to come back to try the juicy lucy and see how they fare. Notes from my friends...the current special the couch potatoe a hamburger with potato chips is top notch! The chicken nugs were ok. And so many ordered the Francis burger and liked it so you really can't go wrong whatever you pick. I may even order a beet and brussel salad. Also highly recommended were the drinks Hush Money and Margie by the Pool margarita! read more

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Was so excited for my first dine in experience at Francis with a fellow Yelp Elite! Vibes: I'm continually impressed with this place. The vibes are incredible! From high tops to the bar to the tables, every seat in the place is so cute. Menu: everything is VEGAN!!! It is a burger joint but has some other options like the chicken sandwich I got. They have a kids menu as well! Plenty of drink options as well. Staff: you order online and the staff brings the food to you. Seamless ordering process and allows for quick service. Location: parking is either on the street or in the back. You may end up walking a bit but it's worth it! So excited to have this spot in my neighborhood! read more

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I ordered the Juicy Lucy with Fries ($16) and Freebird drink which was a delicious carbonated peach and mango juice. My partner ordered the Breakfast Burger and Bloody Mary. The food was delicious, wait wasn't super long. Service was great-- so friendly and positive and came back to make sure the meal was great or if we wanted refills. It's super easy to just come in and seat yourselves. There's a QR code at the tables to order and then the food and drinks come to you! You pay your tab on your phone when you're ready to. Very casual and fun spot-- not too loud, no music playing. There are two private restrooms to use. They have bar seating, booth seating, and table seating. read more

Francis Burger Joint - Juicy Lucy with Fries - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This is a pretty cool vegan spot in Minneapolis! I was shocked at how real the meat substitutes tasted. The ambience is quirky and fun. It is self service so you order everything on your phone and they bring you the food when it's ready. One note about the food is that it is quite rich, with everything being fried. Good thing they have a full bar to wash the food down with. Here is a breakdown of what we ordered: Garlic Girl Burger: 3.5/5 Chicken nuggets: 4/5 Brussel Sprouts: 3.5/5 read more

Francis Burger Joint - Garlic girl, brussell sprouts, chicken nuggets - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I'm not vegetarian or vegan, but a good friend highly recommended Francis Burger Joint. And now, I highly recommend it! I ordered the vegan spicy chicken sandwich and a side of French fries and both were so crispy. The peach shake was unbelievable - you need to get this! Service was prompt, friendly, knowledgeable! Street parking in front off of Central. I would definitely come back again! read more

Francis! Francis! Francis! Oh how I can sing of your praises!!! Fantastic place for a burger and drinks! The interior deco is very cute and inviting. It is actually bigger inside than it looks from the outside. We held our book club here and had the best time as it was not too loud inside or restrictive. Our servers were very friendly. The cheeseburger was just every bit as satisfying as a real cheeseburger. The fries were da bomb also! I can't wait to bring my husband here to dine again. read more

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My newest find, vegan burger joint in Minneapolis. I ordered the chicken and bacon sandwich with fries and also Brussels and beet salad and they both were really good. Parking was easy and right outside. The ambience was cute and eclectic. I truly enjoyed everything there. Can't wait to go back for more! read more

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Not gonna lie. I don't frequent vegan places that often (or at all :)) but I decided to give Francis Burger Joint a try with some of my friends and was pleasantly surprised! Beginning with a nice and fun decor, I could immediately tell that this place cares a lot about their customers. I got a draft root beer and the special elite burger with fries. The root beer was cold and delicious while the fries were thin and crispy. Now for the burger, the pattie was juicy and tasted very similar to a smash burger. With the combination of corn and tortilla strips, this mildly saucy burger brought on a huge pack of flavor! Definitely recommend for anyone wanting to try something new with friends!!! read more

Best vegan food I've ever had. Not joking. If you gave someone the chicken nuggets and didn't tell them it was vegan they would never know. Waffle fries were crispy and well seasoned. I loved my Ceasar salad with chicken added on top. Everyone loved the Carmel sticky bun. I really liked the crispy bacon too. My brother loves the southwest burrito. We were sat by the open window which gave us the best of both worlds since it was such a nice day outside. Staff was very sweet and friendly. Juli, Gregory and Natacha you are amazing! read more

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This is the best vegan restaurant I can take omnivores to with little resistance and they always come out pleased! I've been vegan for nearly 7 years now and I have been on this mission solo (to friends, no relatives have joined me) so dining out is always a challenge. I love the ordering system too! Absolutely painless, guilt free and effective! read more

Francis Burger Joint - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

100% Vegan spot and Soo good! There are also a lot of gluten free options too! This place is a newer and I didn't see any Yelp reviews but there were Google reviews that also showed many awards. You wouldn't think it's 100% vegan but it is and a full bar! Only street parking but it's pretty cute inside, aesthetic, and you take a seat wherever it's open and you order from your phone via QR code. My brother is Vegan and lives nearby so whenever I visit from California, we try out different Vegan spots. I was craving a burger before catching my flight, I chose the Juicy Lucy (cheese made into the patty) beyond meat and fries, my brother got the Chicken sandwich and fries, and we also ordered the chili cheeseburger fries. I asked what their popular sauces were because I saw everyone dipping their fries in sauce. The server recommended that bbq habanero, sweet and spicy! He also said their blue cheese is one of a kind because you can't really find vegan blue cheese. The meals about about $15+ per meal but so good! I devoured my burger and fries. We could have shared 1 set of fries for the both of us and the chili cheeseburger fries were good too. I would definitely come back and eat out here with friends! read more

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I did not know this place was vegan when I entered, and it does not matter. The burgers are delicious. The service was great. The vibe is cool. And they have NA PBR! My only criticism is salt. They could tone down the salt on the food. read more

This is a great place, tasty choices all around! The staff is nice, and have great recommendations. I had the burger of the month, the couch potato which was extremely tasty with a delightful crunch. I would highly recommend, my group had a variety of items from the chicken to the chili fries. I recommend the chili which was unique but really good. We also had a variety of drinks including the hush money and margie by the pool, both amazing! read more

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The service and the ambiance are both great. At first I didn't realize it was strictly vegan but it worked for our party. The food is good... But most of it is just Impossible burgers and chicken, not house made. That said, it's probably the best prepared Impossible chicken sandwich I have had. Definitely get a malt and the kombucha is pretty good too. Heads up, they do an in restaurant online menu for orders. I think it's really convenient but some less technologically advanced individuals may not like it. read more

Good vegan food if you're not someone who usually likes vegan options! Very cute aesthetic inside!

I originally found out about this place during a winter art fair at Sociable Cider, their food truck was quick and easy to order from since they can do everything electronically. Their vegan burger was pretty tasty, a pleasant surprise since black bean burgers can dry and a little bland. It was a nice and cozy meal on a chilly day. read more

Fun vegan food, great service, fantastic mixology. Also love that they price to provide a fair wage for employees so there's no added tip.

My partner found out about this restaurant online and wanted to try it. We stopped by for dinner and we were pleasantly surprised as everything was vegan. The chocolate milkshake has a fruity initial taste that I wasn't a fan of, it tasted like the artificial cherry, but the after taste and the thickness of the shake was spot on. I also really liked the beet juice that I got, sweet and sour all in one. My partner got the double cheeseburger with bacon and a few other adds and it tasted like a Big Mac! I really liked it. I got the spicy chicken sandwich and the flavors were fantastic! The texture was more like fish, but the sandwich was nicely pickled and spicy. My favorite part of the meal was the chili fries, a little spicy and lots of flavors. I love the feel of the place as it was well lit and open; we were able to seat ourselves and the food came out shortly after we scanned the QR code and made our order. The staff brought us water right away and was super helpful with the menu. There is no tipping as there's a 20% gratuitous automatically applied and there's a sign that says that. Parking is abundant if you're willing to walk a block-ish. We did go in the middle of the week so there's more parking, but it's probably a bit more challenging to find on the weekend. Overall, fantastic vegan restaurant! read more

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Spent a cold weekend in MN house sitting, I specifically came to Minneapolis to Eat Vegan and Francis didn't disappoint. There many looked so good I wanted to try it all. Unfortunately I also avoid gluten so I had to reel it in. I went with the Francis burger with cheese on GF bun. It came with fries. I also ordered a Strawberry milkshake even though it was 11 degrees outside. A good vegan milkshake is worth it. The bartender suggested the mayo malt vinegar dipping sauce. There wasn't a bad bite or sip the whole meal. Everything was delicious and I was impressed with the milkshake and the GF bun the most. Most GF bread options are horrible. They toasted their bun so I think this helped with the texture. The bartender was great company as I was traveling alone. I would definitely come back. read more

Francis Burger Joint - GF Francis burger with cheese - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Amazing food and friendly service. I highly recommend people to check it out even if you aren't a vegetarian. Meat or no meat, the food is just good. read more

Stopped in on a Monday night. There were plenty of seating at 7:30 pm. Ordering is from a QR code, which I hate. Our cocktails came out quickly, as did our food. I ordered the Old Fashioned, which was delicious and my husband had Lagunitas. Hop Water, which was surprisingly good and refreshing. The spicy chicken sandwich with fries was outstanding. The juicy lucy was a winner too. But the fries are some of the best I've ever had. The space is open and lively. Service was good. Staff eas friendly. read more

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Great vegan eats. Great service. Great drinks. Food was served quickly. The lighting and decorations were welcoming and feels like a new rake in the classic burger joint diner experience I wish I came here sooner. We had four separate employees check in on our food, drinks, and experience read more

Francis Burger Joint - Spicy margarita, Brussels sprouts without bacon, and a second cocktail - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Had so much fun here with a group of 6! The staff was super knowledgeable and accommodating for multiple food allergies. Felt safe as a lactose and gluten sensitive customer, which can be hard sometimes even after I'm already sitting at the table. We loved all the cocktails and mocktails as well!! read more

Holy Crow! I had the Juicy Lucy! This was the best burger I have ever had....ever! The staff is friendly and attentive. The food came out so quickly, I couldn't believe it. I rarely eat an entire burger....I cleaned my plate! The cocktails are really good as well....and...THEY ACTUALLY PAY THEIR STAFF. This is the only "non-tipping" establishment I have been to in the US. I cant recommend it enough. read more

The fries and baconator were delicious (I'm not vegan). But 20% 'livable wage service charge' is CRAZY They don't ask for a tip, but I would never have given 20% because they don't even take your order (QR code - toast tab) read more

Ordered the Juicy Lucy and shared the experience with family visiting from out of town. Burgers were delicious and especially liked the fries! We loved the vibe of this space creative and funky. Great place to hang and relax. Good service engaging and attentive. Can order and pay by phone completely hassle free. read more

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I loved this little place. Great vegan fare and cool Ambiance. Would definitely recommend. read more

Great plant based menu, friendly and attentive staff, and a cute spot to take friends. read more

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Super tasty vegan burger and bonus that you get to enjoy it at sociable, where the vibes are high and the cider is delicious. Ordering system was pretty easy and the food came out fast. So many options for dipping sauces! read more

Francis Burger Joint - Burgers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota