Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Local Cafe for Fresh Breakfast, Lunch & Catering
Bloom Cafe & Market & Market opened in Spring 2015 in the former Hawkins Farm Market space, continuing the legacy of providing healthy, locally-sourced food to the Valencia community. Founded by Christine and Laura McMeekin, the cafe honors their grandparents' commitment to quality while introducing innovative seasonal dishes and specialty coffee. Our menu features breakfast, lunch, housemade pastries, and catering services, all crafted with ingredients from local producers whenever possible. The unique setting within Quality Gardens' greenhouse combines dining with a botanical experience, offering indoor and outdoor seating surrounded by plants and flowers.With over eight years of operation, we have built a reputation for fresh, inspired cooking and exceptional service, reflected in consistent five-star reviews from regular patrons. Our team prioritizes community engagement, seasonal menus, and a welcoming atmosphere where guests can enjoy meals or host special events. The cafe's connection to Quality Gardens enhances our ability to offer farm-to-table experiences, gift shop items, and a peaceful environment for dining and exploration.
Services
Catering
Breakfast
Lunch
Specialty Coffee
Housemade Pastries
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer catering services for events from bridal showers to corporate luncheons.
- Our menu features seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers.
- The cafe operates within Quality Gardens' greenhouse for a unique dining experience.
- We've maintained five-star Yelp reviews since opening in 2015.
- Our team combines family legacy with modern culinary innovation.
What people say
Farm to table
Delicious food
Charming atmosphere
Friendly staff
Seasonal options
Services
Catering Services
Bloom Cafe & Market & Market offers comprehensive catering for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Our seasonal menus feature housemade dishes using locally-sourced ingredients. We specialize in creating customized experiences from breakfast buffets to plated dinners, with options for dietary restrictions and themed presentations. Clients receive personalized coordination to ensure their event vision comes to life.
Breakfast Menu
Serving breakfast daily until 12PM, our menu includes classic dishes like avocado toast, quiche, and breakfast sandwiches. Highlights include the Bloom Toast with goat cheese and honey, and the Breakfast Trifecta with eggs, meat, and pancakes. All items use fresh, locally-sourced ingredients with seasonal variations and dietary-friendly options available.
Lunch Offerings
Lunch features sandwiches, salads, and specialty dishes from 8AM-4PM. Popular items include the Pub Turkey Panini, Farmhouse Cobb Salad, and Roasted Veggie Wrap. Our rotating menu emphasizes seasonal produce and housemade components like smoked tomato jam and herb aioli, with both hearty and light options available daily.
Specialty Coffee
We serve Vermont Artisan Coffee espresso and Flight Coffee Company brews alongside creative specialty drinks. The signature Lavender Vanilla Latte combines housemade lavender syrup with espresso and milk. Seasonal offerings and alternative options like mushroom coffee provide variety, with both hot and iced preparations available in multiple sizes.
Housemade Pastries
Daily-baked pastries include scones, muffins, croissants, and coffee cakes using local ingredients. The Morning Pastry Assortment serves 12 with muffins, scones, and mini coffee cakes. Custom cupcake orders and bulk cookie trays are available for events, with flavors like Earl Grey Lavender and Maple Bacon reflecting seasonal themes.
People
Christine McMeekin
Co-Owner
Co-founder committed to continuing her grandparents' legacy of healthy community-focused food through innovative cafe concepts and local partnerships.
Laura McMeekin
Co-Owner
Co-founder blending family tradition with modern culinary approaches to create a unique dining experience connected to Quality Gardens.
Questions
What catering services do you offer for events?
We provide full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and private parties with customizable menus featuring seasonal ingredients.
Are there dietary-friendly menu options?
Yes, we offer gluten-free, vegetarian, and other dietary-adapted dishes across breakfast, lunch, and catering menus.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Tuesday-Sunday 8AM-4PM with kitchen closing at 3:30PM for dine-in and catering orders.
Can I order food online?
Yes, our website allows online ordering for takeout meals and catering services with delivery/pickup options.
Is the cafe connected to Quality Gardens?
Yes, we're located within Quality Gardens' greenhouse space, combining dining with botanical surroundings and gift shop access.
Reviews (4)
Brian Loftus
Dec 19, 2021
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No one answers the phone, nor is it possible to place any online orders for pickup or delivery. It LOOKS good. Would be nice to actually eat the food in the pictures someday.
Vin T.
Dec 18, 2021
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Amazing cafe adjacent to Quality Gardens and Landscaping!!
We've had breakfast and lunch and also snacks at this cozy little cafe and its been consistently good!! The sandwiches are delicious!! The salads look wonderful (my dining partner had a great salad for lunch and enjoyed) and their dessert items with coffee and tea are very satisfying!! The staff are very friendly and the chefs always have the special requests addressed with no issues! I enjoyed each and every time we have visited!!
We've had breakfast and lunch and also snacks at this cozy little cafe and its been consistently good!! The sandwiches are delicious!! The salads look wonderful (my dining partner had a great salad for lunch and enjoyed) and their dessert items with coffee and tea are very satisfying!! The staff are very friendly and the chefs always have the special requests addressed with no issues! I enjoyed each and every time we have visited!!
Cait B.
Nov 23, 2021
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Bloom always has the friendliest staff! The food is always quick and fresh! Variety of items and always using what is in season. The atmosphere is wonderful! The restaurant and glass house always have the cutest items abs it's always fun to look around!
Linda F.
Nov 14, 2021
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Love the atmosphere and always the avocado toast! Purchased the breakfast French toast for an event, it's a keeper.
