Francis Opens a Second Location on East Lake Street

The team at Francis is at it again! Building off the success of their popular Northeast location, Francis has officially opened their second brick-and-mortar restaurant at the corner of East Lake Street and 39th Avenue in the Longfellow neighborhood. This exciting new location, formerly home to Peppers & Fries, was secured with the assistance of Element’s Aaron Meyers, continuing a long-standing partnership with Francis.

Known for their killer plant-based burgers, crispy fries, chicken sandwiches, cocktails, and shakes, Francis has quickly established itself as a Twin Cities favorite. Their creative menu, which also features rotating specials, has earned them acclaim—including a recent ranking as #19 on Yelp’s list of the 100 Best Vegan Restaurants.

The new East Lake Street spot brings the same energy and flavor locals have come to love, offering an inviting space for the Longfellow community to gather and enjoy. With its prime location, this new venue is poised to attract both devoted fans and curious newcomers alike.

Francis is open daily from 12pm -10pm, serving up their iconic burgers and sides. For those looking for weekend brunch, their Northeast flagship location continues to offer brunch service from 10am - 3pm.

Stop by and experience what all the buzz is about, and as always, follow Francis on Instagram @francisburgerjoint to stay updated on specials and events. Welcome to the neighborhood, Francis—Longfellow just got a little more delicious!