Sprout Cafe Palo Alto
€ · Healthy Café
Sprout Cafe is a build-your-own salad and healthy cafe on University Avenue in downtown Palo Alto. Open since 2008, it lets guests fill out a form to design a custom salad, wrap, or bowl from six base greens plus an extensive array of add-ins, then order at the counter and have it brought to the table. Signature options include the Full Custom Salad, Kale Caesar, Falafel Salad, and Tofu Salad, with vegan, keto, and gluten-free choices, organic and locally sourced ingredients, and salads served with organic Acme bread. Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soups, catering, and online ordering round out the menu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Sprout Cafe offer?+
Sprout Cafe specializes in build-your-own salads, wraps, and bowls: you fill out a form choosing from six base greens plus an extensive array of add-ins and hand it in at the counter. The menu also includes signature salads like the Kale Caesar, Falafel Salad, and Tofu Salad, plus sandwiches, soups, coffee, and pastries. Salads come with organic Acme bread.
Are there vegan, keto, or gluten-free options?+
Yes. Sprout Cafe offers vegan, keto, and gluten-free choices alongside organic and locally sourced ingredients. Because salads are built to order from your own selection of greens and add-ins, plant-based and low-carb diners can tailor a dish to their needs.
What are the opening hours?+
Sprout Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 20:00, and Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 15:00.
Where is Sprout Cafe located and how does ordering work?+
It is at 168 University Avenue in downtown Palo Alto, California. It runs on counter service: you order at the counter, take a table, and the team brings your food out. Online ordering, delivery, and catering are also available.
What is the price level?+
Sprout Cafe is a budget-friendly, casual spot. Guests describe the food as fresh and easy on the wallet, with generous portions, for example the falafel salad often cited as large enough for two meals.
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