If you remember Tequilaberry’s in Coon Rapids, you probably remember the salad.
Tequilaberry Salad combines lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and Parmesan cheese with a sweet, creamy dressing. The Minnesota restaurant that made it famous is long gone, but the salad definitely isn’t.
You can still find versions of Tequilaberry Salad at restaurants and stores across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.
Below, I’ve rounded up where you can order Tequilaberry Salad in Minnesota, followed by three copycat recipes you can make at home.
Last verified: September 2026. Restaurant menus and prices can change, so check with each restaurant before making a special trip.
What is Tequilaberry Salad?
Tequilaberry Salad is a Minnesota favorite typically made with lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and Parmesan cheese tossed in a sweet, creamy mayonnaise-based dressing.
Despite the name, Tequilaberry Salad does not contain tequila or berries.
The salad became famous at Tequilaberry’s restaurant in Coon Rapids. Numerous copycat recipes have circulated since the restaurant closed, but there are differing claims about the exact ingredients in the original dressing.
Quick guide: Where to find Tequilaberry Salad in Minnesota
Are you looking for Tequilaberry Salad in Minnesota? Here’s a quick look at restaurants and other spots where you can find versions of the classic salad.
| Restaurant | City | Name on menu |
|---|---|---|
| BootLeggers Saloon & Eatery | Nowthen | House Salad |
| Broadway Pizza | Robbinsdale | Bird Town Salad |
| Festival Foods | Multiple locations | Tequilaberry-style deli salad |
| Fore Seasons Clubhouse Bar and Grill | Princeton | Tequilaberry Salad |
| Moe’s American Grill | Mounds View | Moe’s House Salad |
| Pizza Pub | Multiple locations | Tequilaberry House Salad |
| Route 47 Pub & Grub | Fridley | Tequilaberry Salad |
| Route 65 Pub & Grub | East Bethel | Tequilaberry Salad with select specials |
| Tavern at Green Haven | Anoka | Loft Salad |
Where to Get Tequilaberry Salad in Minnesota
Tequilaberry’s may be gone, but you can still find versions of its famous salad at restaurants and stores around Minnesota. Here are some of the places currently serving Tequilaberry Salad or a similar house salad.
BootLeggers Saloon & Eatery — Nowthen
19735 Iguana St. NW, Nowthen, MN 55330
BootLeggers’ house salad is its take on Tequilaberry Salad, combining lettuce, cauliflower and bacon with a creamy Parmesan dressing. An order is $14.99, with grilled or crispy chicken available for an additional $3.
Broadway Pizza — Robbinsdale
4106 Lakeland Ave. N, Robbinsdale, MN 55422
At Broadway Pizza in Robbinsdale, the Tequilaberry-style salad is called the Bird Town Salad. It features lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and Parmesan cheese mixed with a sweet, creamy dressing. The salad is $15.99, and grilled or crispy chicken can be added for $4.99.
Festival Foods — Multiple Locations
Give Me The Mike readers have verified finding a Tequilaberry deli-style salad at Festival Foods locations in Minnesota. Availability can vary by store and by day, so it’s a good idea to check with your local Festival Foods before making a special trip.
Fore Seasons Clubhouse Bar and Grill — Princeton
301 Golf Course Rd., Princeton, MN 55371
Fore Seasons serves a Tequilaberry Salad for $12.50. You can also get the same flavors in a Tequilaberry Wrap for $12.50, with chicken available for an additional $3.50.
Fore Seasons Clubhouse Bar and Grill menu
Moe’s American Grill — Mounds View
2400 County Hwy. 10, Mounds View, MN 55112
Moe’s calls its version Moe’s House Salad. Mixed greens are combined with Parmesan cheese, cauliflower and bacon and tossed with the restaurant’s house dressing. The salad is $8.29.
Pizza Pub — Blaine
2190 105th Ave. NE, Blaine, MN 55449
The Blaine Pizza Pub also serves a Tequilaberry Salad. The salad is currently listed online, although a current dine-in price is not published on the restaurant’s website.
Pizza Pub — Center City
345 Summit Ave., Center City, MN 55012
Pizza Pub serves a Tequilaberry-style salad featuring lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and house dressing. A half order is $10 and a full order is $13. Grilled or crispy chicken can be added for $3.
Pizza Pub — Forest Lake
8241 N. Shore Trail N., Forest Lake, MN 55025
Pizza Pub serves a Tequilaberry-style salad featuring lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and house dressing. A half order is $10 and a full order is $13. Grilled or crispy chicken can be added for $3.
Pizza Pub — Inver Grove Heights
5660 Bishop Ave., Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Pizza Pub serves a Tequilaberry-style salad featuring lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and house dressing. A half order is $10 and a full order is $13. Grilled or crispy chicken can be added for $3.
Pizza Pub Inver Grove Heights menu
Pizza Pub — North Branch
6407 Main St., North Branch, MN 55056
Pizza Pub serves a Tequilaberry House Salad featuring lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and house dressing. A half order is $10 and a full order is $13. Grilled or crispy chicken can be added for $3.
Pizza Pub — Princeton
202 N. Rum River Dr., Princeton, MN 55371
The Princeton Pizza Pub has a slightly different version of its Tequilaberry House Salad. It includes grilled or crispy chicken, crisp greens, cauliflower, shredded Parmesan cheese and bacon tossed in Tequilaberry dressing. A side salad is $6, a half order is $11 and a full order is $14.
Route 47 Pub & Grub — Fridley
7820 University Ave. NE, Fridley, MN 55432
Route 47 calls it exactly what you’re looking for: Tequilaberry Salad. The $12 salad features crisp lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and Parmesan cheese with a creamy homemade dressing.
Route 65 Pub & Grub — East Bethel
18407 Hwy. 65 NE, East Bethel, MN 55011
Route 65 serves Tequilaberry Salad with select dinner specials. It is currently included with the restaurant’s prime rib dinner and steak night offerings. Because it is part of the specials menu rather than listed as a standalone salad, check the current specials before making a special trip.
Tavern at Green Haven — Anoka
2800 Greenhaven Rd., Anoka, MN 55303
Located at Green Haven Golf Course, Tavern at Green Haven calls its Tequilaberry-style salad the Loft Salad. It features iceberg lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and Parmesan cheese with Loft dressing. The salad is $16, and a Loft side salad is available for $6.
Menu items, prices and availability can change. Information was last checked in September 2026.
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Tequilaberry Salad recipes
Want to make Tequilaberry Salad at home? There are plenty of copycat recipes for the Minnesota favorite, but there doesn’t appear to be one universally accepted version of the original Tequilaberry’s recipe.
The versions below were shared with Give Me The Mike and all feature the familiar combination of lettuce, cauliflower, bacon, Parmesan cheese and a creamy dressing.
Tequilaberry Salad Recipe #1
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled, or 2 packages bacon bits
- 2 cups cauliflower, chopped
Dressing
- 2 cups mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Bacon grease drippings, to taste
Instructions
Combine the dressing ingredients and refrigerate for 2–3 hours or overnight.
In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, bacon and cauliflower.
Add the dressing shortly before serving and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Optional: Add chopped onion or sunflower seeds.
Tequilaberry Salad Recipe #2
Adapted by Shelly Ouren-Sarrazin
Ingredients
- 1 head lettuce, chopped
- 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled, or 2 packages bacon bits
- 2 cups cauliflower, chopped
Dressing
- 2 cups mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
Combine the dressing ingredients and refrigerate for 2–3 hours.
In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, bacon and cauliflower.
Add the chilled dressing shortly before serving and toss until evenly coated.
Tequilaberry Salad Recipe #3
Adapted by Carol Johnson-Isaacson
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped
- 1/2 purple onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Dressing
- 1 cup Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Combine the lettuce and cauliflower in a large bowl.
Add the onion, bacon and Parmesan cheese and toss well. If you prefer, you can serve the chopped onion on the side.
In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar and apple cider vinegar.
When you’re ready to serve the salad, pour the dressing over the lettuce mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Tips for Making Tequilaberry Salad
For the best texture, keep the dressing separate from the salad until shortly before serving. This helps prevent the lettuce from becoming soggy.
You can also prepare the dressing several hours ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to assemble the salad.
If you’re making Tequilaberry Salad for a party or potluck, consider keeping the bacon separate until serving so it stays crisp.
Tequilaberry Salad FAQ
What ingredients are in Tequilaberry Salad?
Most versions of Tequilaberry Salad are made with lettuce, cauliflower, bacon and Parmesan cheese tossed in a sweet, creamy mayonnaise-based dressing.
Does Tequilaberry Salad contain tequila or berries?
No. Despite the name, Tequilaberry Salad does not typically contain tequila or berries.
Where did Tequilaberry Salad originate?
The salad became famous at Tequilaberry’s restaurant in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. The restaurant is no longer open, but versions of the salad are still served at restaurants and stores around Minnesota.
Where can I get Tequilaberry Salad in Minnesota?
Versions of Tequilaberry Salad can be found at several Minnesota restaurants, including Broadway Pizza, Fore Seasons Clubhouse Bar and Grill, Moe’s American Grill, Pizza Pub, Route 47 Pub & Grub and Tavern at Green Haven. Give Me The Mike readers have also verified finding it at Festival Foods locations.
Is the original Tequilaberry Salad recipe available?
There are many recipes that claim to recreate the original Tequilaberry Salad, but there does not appear to be one universally accepted version of the original recipe.
What is Tequilaberry Salad dressing made from?
Most Tequilaberry Salad dressings use mayonnaise, sugar and Parmesan cheese as a base. Some versions also include vinegar, milk or bacon drippings.
Can I make Tequilaberry Salad ahead of time?
Yes. For the best texture, prepare the salad and dressing separately and combine them shortly before serving. This helps keep the lettuce crisp.
How long does Tequilaberry Salad last in the refrigerator?
Once the salad is mixed with dressing, it is best eaten the same day. If the salad and dressing are stored separately in airtight containers, they can usually be prepared a day ahead.
Can I add chicken to Tequilaberry Salad?
Yes. Grilled or crispy chicken works well with Tequilaberry Salad, and several Minnesota restaurants offer chicken as an add-on.
Is Tequilaberry Salad a Minnesota thing?
Tequilaberry Salad is strongly associated with Minnesota because of Tequilaberry’s restaurant in Coon Rapids. The salad remains especially popular in Minnesota, where several restaurants continue to serve their own versions.
Do you know of a place that serves Tequilaberry Salad that isn’t listed? Let me know!
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