Garden Gate Cafe Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Garden Gate Cafe, a charming eatery located at 20 E 5th St, Peru, IN. Here, you’ll discover a menu brimming with fresh, flavorful options that cater to diverse tastes. From the delightful grilled chicken salad to the comforting chicken velvet soup, each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail.
- Signature Dishes: The cafe’s fan-favorite chicken salad and homemade dressings showcase local ingredients.
- Generous Portions: Diners appreciate the substantial servings, ensuring great value for your money.
- Inviting Atmosphere: The natural wood floors and exposed brick create a warm and welcoming ambiance.
With consistently attentive service and an ever-evolving menu, Garden Gate Cafe is a must-visit spot for anyone looking to enjoy delicious, wholesome food in a cozy setting. Whether you’re popping in for a hot pretzel or a hearty lasagna, this cafe promises an experience that will keep you coming back.
Main Menu - Salads
Garden Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Tomato, Carrots, Cucumber, Mozzarella, and Crunchy Noodles. We recomment our House Dressing.
Feta Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Dried Cranberries, Feta Cheese, and Sugared Almonds. We recommend our House Dressing.
Taco Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Taco Meat, Black Beans, Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, Doritos, and our Housemade Taco Sauce.
Mandarin Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Mandarins, Dried Cranberries, Cucumber, Grilled Chicken, Mozzarella, and Sugared Almonds. We recommend our House Dressing.
Chef Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Tomato, Cucumber, Carrots, Mozzarella, Hard Boiled Eggs, Ham, Turkey, and Bacon. We recommend our House Dressing.
Cobb Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomato, and Cheddar Cheese. We recommend our House Dressing.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Grilled Chicken, Tomato, Carrots, Cucumber, and Mozzarella. We recommend our House Dressing.
Goats In The Garden
Fresh Lettuce Blend, Goat Cheese, Pickled Beets, Red Onion, and Sugared Almonds.
All American
Lite Lunch
Pulled Pork Platter
We slow cook our own pork and hand pull it!
Meatloaf Meal
Our own House-made Meatloaf is a customer favorite!
Classic Beef Lasagna
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
If you like lasagna and like white sauce, you are sure to enjoy this twist on the classic lasagna!
Chicken Pot Pie
Homemade creamy and hearty chicken and vegetable filling in a flaky crust.
Pasta
Your choice of: Penne, Fettuccine, or Spaghetti pasta Marinara, Alredo, or Meat sauce Chicken or Meatballs
Chicken & Noodle Dinner
Homestyle noodles with chicken served over a bed of our classic Mashed Potatoes.
Piggy Mac Stack
Spaghetti & Meatballs Special
A generous serving of spaghetti noodles with marinara sauce, 2 meatballs, a breadstick, and a bowl of salad on the side.
Main Menu - Entrees
Main Menu - Soups
Bowl
Cup
W/ Bread Bowl
Soup Flight
Applesauce
Baked Beans
Breadstick Single
Breadsticks 3
Breadsticks 6
Chicken Salad Cup
Chips
Cole Slaw
Our very own recipe comes with our guests compliments.
Cottage Cheese
Garden Salad Cup
Green Beans
This sweet & savory recipe has been a crowd favorite.
Mac & Cheese
Our recipe raises the bar on what Mac & Cheese should taste like!
Mashed Potatoes
Our recipe takes this common dish to a whole new level.
Main Menu - Sides
Main Menu - Sandwiches
BLT Sandwich
Bacon, Tomato, Lettuce, and Mayo. Served on our Homemade Bread.
Brisket Sandwich
Tender BBQ Brisket with Cheddar Cheese and Aioli on our house-made Hoagie Bun.
Chicken Salad Sandwich
House-made Chicken Salad served with Lettuce on our Homemade Wheat Bread.
Club Sandwich
Turkey, Ham, Bacon, Provolone, Tomato, and Lettuce. Served on our Homemade Bread.
Grilled Cheese
Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Honey baked Ham, Provolone, Mild Banana Peppers, and Creamy Italian Dressing on a Toasted Homemade Bun.
Italian Roast Beef Sandwich
Roast Beef in Au Jus Sauce. Served with Mild Banana Peppers and Provolone on our Homemade Hoagie Bun.
Pig In A Blanket
All-Beef Hot Dog wrapped in our Pretzel Dough.
Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwich
Delicious hand-pulled Pork in a savory BBQ sauce. Served on our Homemade Bun.
Sloppy Joe Sandwich
House-made and served on our Homemade Bun.
Turkey Sandwich
Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato, and Provolone. Served on our Homemade Bread.
Veggie Wrap
Blend of veggies with our House-made Sauce on a Spinach Wrap.
Turkey Bacon Wrap
Turkey, Bacon, Provolone, Tomato, Lettuce, and our Housemade Sauce on a Tomato Basil Wrap.
Chicken Teriyaki Wrap
Teriyaki Chicken, Cheddar Cheese, Cucumbers, and Lettuce on a Tomato Basil Wrap.
Club Wrap
Turkey, Ham, Bacon, Provolone, Tomato, Lettuce, and our Housemade Sauce on a Tomato Basil Wrap.
Main Menu - Wraps
Main Menu - Desserts
Bread Pudding
Cinnamon Roll
Hummingbird Cake
Cookie
Typical varieties we carry are Chocolate Chip, Snickerdoodle, Monster, No-Bake, and more. Please type (in special instructions) a first pick and second pick at least, and we will fill your order accordingly. Sugar cookies and other specialty are not included in this item.
Bars
BBQ Brisket
House-made BBQ Sauce, Brisket, Red Onion, and Cheddar Cheese.
BBQ Chicken
House-made BBQ Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, and Cheddar Cheese.
Build Your Own
Includes a Sauce and Cheese.
Cheesy Garlic Bread
Parmesan, Mozzarella, and Garlic Oil on pizza bread baked in the Brick Oven.
Kids Cheese
Pizza Sauce and Mozzarella.
Mediterranean
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Ground Pork, Olives, Fresh Tomatoes, and Oregano.
Mega Meat
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Canadian Bacon, Pepperoni, Ground Pork, and Bacon.
Seven Pillars
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Bacon, Ground Pork, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, and Onion.
Spicy Mega Meat
Housemade BBQ Sauce, Ranch, Pepperoni, Sausage, Ham, Bacon, and Mozzarella.
The Pickled Pig
White Garlic Sauce, Mozzarella, Pulled Pork, and Dill Pickles.
Three Cheese
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan, and Cheddar.
Vegetarian
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Fresh Tomatoes, Green Peppers, and Spinach.
Main Menu - Pizza
Main Menu - Other
Kid's Meal
Choice Entree (Mac&Cheese, Pig in a Blanket, Grilled Cheese, or Spaghetti), Chips, Chocolate Chip Cookie, and a Kid's Drink.
Soft Pretzel
Cheese Cup
Alfredo Cup
Marinara Cup
BBQ Cup
Sour Cream Cup
Salsa Cup
House Dressing Cup
French Dressing Cup
Ranch Dressing Cup
Meatloaf Single
Main Menu - Extras
Salads
Garden Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Tomato, Carrots, Cucumber, Mozzarella, and Crunchy Noodles. We recomment our House Dressing.
Feta Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Dried Cranberries, Feta Cheese, and Sugared Almonds. We recommend our House Dressing.
Taco Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Taco Meat, Black Beans, Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, Doritos, and our Housemade Taco Sauce.
Mandarin Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Mandarins, Dried Cranberries, Cucumber, Grilled Chicken, Mozzarella, and Sugared Almonds. We recommend our House Dressing.
Chef Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Tomato, Cucumber, Carrots, Mozzarella, Hard Boiled Eggs, Ham, Turkey, and Bacon. We recommend our House Dressing.
Cobb Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomato, and Cheddar Cheese. We recommend our House Dressing.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Fresh Lettuce Blend with Grilled Chicken, Tomato, Carrots, Cucumber, and Mozzarella. We recommend our House Dressing.
Goats In The Garden
Fresh Lettuce Blend, Goat Cheese, Pickled Beets, Red Onion, and Sugared Almonds.
All American
Lite Lunch
Pulled Pork Platter
We slow cook our own pork and hand pull it!
Meatloaf Meal
Our own House-made Meatloaf is a customer favorite!
Classic Beef Lasagna
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
If you like lasagna and like white sauce, you are sure to enjoy this twist on the classic lasagna!
Chicken Pot Pie
Homemade creamy and hearty chicken and vegetable filling in a flaky crust.
Pasta
Your choice of: Penne, Fettuccine, or Spaghetti pasta Marinara, Alredo, or Meat sauce Chicken or Meatballs
Chicken & Noodle Dinner
Homestyle noodles with chicken served over a bed of our classic Mashed Potatoes.
Piggy Mac Stack
Spaghetti & Meatballs Special
A generous serving of spaghetti noodles with marinara sauce, 2 meatballs, a breadstick, and a bowl of salad on the side.
Entrees
Soups
Bowl
Cup
W/ Bread Bowl
Soup Flight
Applesauce
Baked Beans
Breadstick Single
Breadsticks 3
Breadsticks 6
Chicken Salad Cup
Chips
Cole Slaw
Our very own recipe comes with our guests compliments.
Cottage Cheese
Garden Salad Cup
Green Beans
This sweet & savory recipe has been a crowd favorite.
Mac & Cheese
Our recipe raises the bar on what Mac & Cheese should taste like!
Mashed Potatoes
Our recipe takes this common dish to a whole new level.
Sides
Sandwiches
BLT Sandwich
Bacon, Tomato, Lettuce, and Mayo. Served on our Homemade Bread.
Brisket Sandwich
Tender BBQ Brisket with Cheddar Cheese and Aioli on our house-made Hoagie Bun.
Chicken Salad Sandwich
House-made Chicken Salad served with Lettuce on our Homemade Wheat Bread.
Club Sandwich
Turkey, Ham, Bacon, Provolone, Tomato, and Lettuce. Served on our Homemade Bread.
Grilled Cheese
Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Honey baked Ham, Provolone, Mild Banana Peppers, and Creamy Italian Dressing on a Toasted Homemade Bun.
Italian Roast Beef Sandwich
Roast Beef in Au Jus Sauce. Served with Mild Banana Peppers and Provolone on our Homemade Hoagie Bun.
Pig In A Blanket
All-Beef Hot Dog wrapped in our Pretzel Dough.
Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwich
Delicious hand-pulled Pork in a savory BBQ sauce. Served on our Homemade Bun.
Sloppy Joe Sandwich
House-made and served on our Homemade Bun.
Turkey Sandwich
Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato, and Provolone. Served on our Homemade Bread.
Veggie Wrap
Blend of veggies with our House-made Sauce on a Spinach Wrap.
Turkey Bacon Wrap
Turkey, Bacon, Provolone, Tomato, Lettuce, and our Housemade Sauce on a Tomato Basil Wrap.
Chicken Teriyaki Wrap
Teriyaki Chicken, Cheddar Cheese, Cucumbers, and Lettuce on a Tomato Basil Wrap.
Club Wrap
Turkey, Ham, Bacon, Provolone, Tomato, Lettuce, and our Housemade Sauce on a Tomato Basil Wrap.
Wraps
Desserts
Bread Pudding
Cinnamon Roll
Hummingbird Cake
Cookie
Typical varieties we carry are Chocolate Chip, Snickerdoodle, Monster, No-Bake, and more. Please type (in special instructions) a first pick and second pick at least, and we will fill your order accordingly. Sugar cookies and other specialty are not included in this item.
Bars
BBQ Brisket
House-made BBQ Sauce, Brisket, Red Onion, and Cheddar Cheese.
BBQ Chicken
House-made BBQ Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, and Cheddar Cheese.
Build Your Own
Includes a Sauce and Cheese.
Cheesy Garlic Bread
Parmesan, Mozzarella, and Garlic Oil on pizza bread baked in the Brick Oven.
Kids Cheese
Pizza Sauce and Mozzarella.
Mediterranean
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Ground Pork, Olives, Fresh Tomatoes, and Oregano.
Mega Meat
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Canadian Bacon, Pepperoni, Ground Pork, and Bacon.
Seven Pillars
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Bacon, Ground Pork, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, and Onion.
Spicy Mega Meat
Housemade BBQ Sauce, Ranch, Pepperoni, Sausage, Ham, Bacon, and Mozzarella.
The Pickled Pig
White Garlic Sauce, Mozzarella, Pulled Pork, and Dill Pickles.
Three Cheese
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan, and Cheddar.
Vegetarian
Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Fresh Tomatoes, Green Peppers, and Spinach.
Pizza
Other
Kid's Meal
Choice Entree (Mac&Cheese, Pig in a Blanket, Grilled Cheese, or Spaghetti), Chips, Chocolate Chip Cookie, and a Kid's Drink.