Where Purpose Meets the Plate

Support neurodiverse young adults while enjoying a delicious lunch!

Where Purpose Meets the Plate

Support neurodiverse young adults while enjoying a delicious lunch!

ABOUT US

Where Purpose Meets the Plate

Led by classically trained Chefs, the Meristem Café is powered by passion and purpose. Operated by autistic young adults gaining valuable job and life skills, the café offers more than just lunch—it offers growth, inclusion, and community.

A Seed-to-Table Mission

Much of our produce is grown on-site in our biodynamic garden, our seasonal cuisine represents a true seed-to-table journey. Neurodiverse young adults are involved in every step, building confidence and independence through hands-on experience with our farmers.

Rooted in Our Values

Experience, People, Culture, Respect, Food, and Passion.
These values guide us in everything we do—from how we collaborate with our farm team, to how we prepare our meals, to how we treat each other, and how we welcome every guest.

A Place Where Guests Feel Good and Do Good

Dining at the Meristem Café offers a warm welcoming atmosphere where guests experience the simple pleasure of delicious food thoughtfully prepared, the joy of community, and the power of inclusion. Every reservation helps support a program that’s changing lives from the ground up.

Join us for lunch on Thursdays and Fridays 11:30 am -1:30 pm.

Map of the Cafe on the Meristem Campus. Turn Right on campus when you turn in from Fair Oaks Blvd. The Cafe will be on your left behind Stegmann Auditorium.