Welcome to Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm
Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm, nestled on the SLU campus in St. Louis, offers a nourishing escape from typical cafeteria fare. Run by dedicated nutrition students, the cafe emphasizes inventive, healthy meals that cater to diverse tastes and budgets. Diners rave about the fresh ingredients and ever-evolving menu, highlighting favorites like the delicious burrito bowl and hummus variations. With a commitment to local sourcing and sustainability, Fresh Gatherings champions community ties and healthy eating. Friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere make it a beloved spot for students and faculty alike, proving that healthy can be delicious and affordable.
- 3437 Caroline Mall, St. Louis, MO 63104 Hotline: (314) 977-1154
Welcome to Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm, an extraordinary dining gem nestled within the vibrant community of St. Louis, MO. Located at 3437 Caroline Mall, this cafe not only caters to the taste buds but also champions the principles of health and sustainability. Run by dedicated nutrition students of Saint Louis University (SLU), this establishment offers a refreshing take on cafeteria fare.
Why should you explore Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm? Here are just a few highlights:
- Innovative Menu: With a menu that evolves daily, customers can expect inventive, wholesome options. From the customer-favorite burrito bowl filled with grilled mushrooms, red onions, and corn served atop a bed of jasmine rice, to Mediterranean delights such as the renowned hummus bowl, every dish bursts with flavor and creativity.
- Local and Nourishing: Fresh Gatherings prides itself on sourcing ingredients locally, which not only supports the community but ensures that your meal is as fresh as possible. Students and faculty alike appreciate knowing their food comes from quality sources.
- Affordability and Accessibility: The cafe is pocket-friendly, catering specifically to student budgets while offering generous portions. For instance, Mepa R. mentions that the burrito bowl was only $15, proving that fresh and tasty food can be affordable.
- Engaging Environment: While it's a campus cafeteria, Fresh Gatherings transforms the typical dining experience by fostering a sense of community. With friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder students frequent this cafe for a study break.
- Strong Commitment to Nutrition: Given that the cafe is run by students in the nutrition program, every plate is crafted with health in mind. Visitors can indulge in comfort foods without compromising their well-being.
The atmosphere of Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm invites you to linger longer, whether you're there for a quick lunch or to catch up with friends. As echoed by local patrons like John M. and Margarita F., it’s more than just a meal; it’s an experience. From their artisan bread and house-made pastries to their rotating daily specials, each dish tells a story of passion and care.
In a world where fast food often overshadows the essence of nourishment, Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm stands out as a beacon for fresh, delicious, and health-conscious dining. With every bite, you'll feel not only satisfied but part of a larger social and nutritional mission. Don’t miss out on your chance to support local while treating yourself to something truly special!
For a taste of what St. Louis has to offer, stop by Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm and discover for yourself why it's winning hearts—and stomachs—on campus and beyond. For more information, you can reach them at (314) 977-1154.

Had one of the yummiest burrito bowl I have ever eaten. It had grilled mushrooms, grilled red onions and grilled yellow corn served with a ball of mashed avocado over jasmine rice. It was priced at $15. Also had a very tasty chocolate chip cookie.

Best place on SLU's campus and it holds its own among other lunch places in St. Louis. Inventive, healthy, fresh food which tastes great!

Fresh gatherings is the one thing making long days of med school studying more bearable! They offer an always-changing menu of fun and healthy meals fit for a student budget. Given that fresh is run by nutrition students, you can be sure the food will be very nourishing! I usually check their menu on instagram and drop by for a quick lunch if I'm on campus. I'm a huge fan of their Mediterranean and middle eastern options. My current favorite is the hummus bowl that changes throughout the week. The only downside is that they frequently run out. But, hey, that speaks to the quality of their options!

Best sandwich yet I've had in St. Louis!!! It's a tiny place on slu's campus by the med school that takes flex and credit cards. Little place with friendly staff, local, vegetarian, and gluten free options available. I believe they serve kaldi's coffee. For sandwiches, they have a little sheet you fill out with as much as you want on it. Your choice of fresh bread, alfalfa sprouts, hummus, some aioli spreads, cucumber, tomato, and several meat options made for a wonderful sandwich. I asked for a pickle on the side and was very surprised to have a sweet pickle. They're not bad just not good when you're expecting dill. All in all great place to eat and very true to slu's Jesuit values!

The first thing to know about this place is that it's a SLU-owned cafeteria. Yes, you will see students there, especially during lunch time! But there's a reason why they're there in the first place other than the fact that they take the student's otherwise-useless flex dollars there. Heh. When I still had a meal plan in my earlier years at SLU, I came here almost every day. It's a great place to study with a few outlets by the walls near the windows. There is a chef that is almost always there baking bread/pastries or teaching a class. They have house-made bagels that are very popular all throughout the day. Sometimes, you'll see the bagels designated for tomorrow in the refrigerated display case as they rise. The lunch menu changes everyday and the food is prepped/cooked by students. However, they will always have their (awesome) sandwich station, salad bar, and soup (also changes often). A t check out, they will also have a smoothie/coffee station and cold ready-made foods like yogurt parfaits, pb/raisin celeries, deli/cheese/crackers, house-made pita chips w/house-made hummus...etc. My favorite smoothie is the green monster (not at all gross, I promise)! Other constants: Tea breads (lemon poppyseed, pumpkin, banana). Cookies (chocolate chip, sugar, oatmeal/raisin/yogurt chips, chocolate/oatmeal/yogurt chips) -- The cookies have recently been looking more uniform in texture which makes me suspect that they've started putting corn syrup in them (makes the cookies look more even after baking) so if you're concerned with that kind of stuff, ask the chef! He'll know! OH! AND. THEY SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES!! A lot of the food there is locally sourced, even the milk! It feels good to support local. :) In the end though, it's still a cafeteria. It's supposed to close at 5pm but they ALWAYS pack up the food before then, sometimes by an hour or more. It can be pretty disappointing sometimes. One-star deduction for that, otherwise, FG is a great student/faculty/human option!

You'd never know it was there if you didn't know it was there. Why would you be in the Allied Health Professions building anyway, particularly if you weren't a student at SLU? Why should you even bother trying to find it? I mean, it is a cafeteria after all... But it's so much more. It defies your perception of cafeterias from here on out. First off, it is run by the students in the Nutrition and Dietetics Department. That means the food has your health in mind. Secondly, it was spearheaded by my friend Eddie Neill, a fantastic chef responsible for Cafe Provencal, Eddie's Steak and Chops and the most recent, the Dubliner on Wash Ave. He helped the students put together a menu that was healthy and tasty at the same time. Just the other day they were serving roasted trout for $3 and sauteed fresh squash for $1.50. Prices here are incredible! They've got a lovely salad bar with the best chicken salad and tuna salad I've EVER had, hands down, and lots of fresh greens and veggies. The house balsamic dressing is great. There's an artisan breadmaker on site, and two homemade soups a day. Rotating daily specials and even plasticware and take home containers made of corn products for biodegradeability. You can even pick up prepared dinners if you call ahead. I love this place! In this case, it's totally what's on the inside that counts.