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Tin Shed Garden Cafe

4.6 (3320 reviews)
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Biscuits And Jam

Recommended repeatedly for being crispy on the outside, soft and buttery inside, and especially delicious with the homemade or freezer jam.

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Eggs Benedict

Mentioned several times as a favorite brunch item, with one review especially praising the smoked salmon version as outstanding.

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Stay Scramble

Praised for its hearty combination of crunchy potato cake, sweet and savory gravy, buttery biscuits, fresh kale, sweet potatoes, and garlic cloves.

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Vegetarian Biscuit And Gravy

Called out as a standout vegetarian comfort food option, with the gravy and biscuits described as especially enjoyable.

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French Toast

Recommended as part of a highly praised brunch order, with reviewers saying the overall meal and the French toast were excellent.

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Good Dog, Bad Dog

Highlighted as one of the restaurant's beloved signature standards and grouped with other dishes reviewers said they would never be disappointed by.

Location details

1438 NE Alberta St, Portland, Oregon, 97211, US

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Hours

Monday 8 AM to 2 PM
Tuesday 8 AM to 2 PM
Wednesday 8 AM to 2 PM
Thursday 8 AM to 2 PM
Friday 8 AM to 2 PM
Saturday 7 AM to 3 PM
Sunday 7 AM to 3 PM

About Tin Shed Garden Cafe

Small, dog-friendly place specializing in American food, offering a covered patio & a canine menu.

Amenities & services

From the business

  • Identifies as veteran-owned
  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked questions

What is Tin Shed Garden Cafe known for?

Tin Shed Garden Cafe is best known for its potato cakes and breakfast plates like eggs Benedict, biscuits, and breakfast sandwiches. Reviewers repeatedly mention the smoked salmon eggs Benedict, the Stay scramble, and the Sweater Weather breakfast sando, along with fast service and a self-serve coffee bar.

What dishes are most recommended at Tin Shed Garden Cafe?

Frequently recommended items include the smoked salmon eggs Benedict, the Stay scramble, the Sweater Weather breakfast sando, and the biscuits with homemade jam or rosemary gravy. Reviewers also call out the potato cakes, cheesy grits, French toast, and the Good Dog, Bad Dog and Mamas Papas menu items.

What is the atmosphere like at Tin Shed Garden Cafe?

The vibe is casual, cozy, and a little trendy, with a fireplace, covered patio, and outdoor seating that reviewers describe as welcoming and chill. It suits groups, families, solo diners, and dog owners, and reviewers mention both indoor and patio seating with lots of dogs around.

Is Tin Shed Garden Cafe good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers say the portions are generous and the food is worth the wait. People often mention that the coffee, drinks, and hearty breakfast plates feel like good value for the price.

When is the best time to visit Tin Shed Garden Cafe?

Weekends can have a long wait, and reservations are recommended for brunch and lunch. Reviewers suggest arriving early, with one noting that getting there by 8 a.m. on a Saturday can help avoid the line.

Is parking available at Tin Shed Garden Cafe?

Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Does Tin Shed Garden Cafe have vegetarian options?

Yes, Tin Shed Garden Cafe offers vegan options.

Is Tin Shed Garden Cafe kid-friendly?

Yes, Tin Shed Garden Cafe is good for kids.

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