Elke's Market Cafe

06/11/2026

Sometimes business owners sneak out to meet other business owners… what a treat to enjoy breakfast and some treats with Leo and Kelly! It’s summer time …. time to relax, enjoy friends and family AND support local businesses!

06/04/2026

Happy 22nd Anniversary Elke’s Market Cafe! Proud to serve Allen and surrounding communities for 22 years. Cheers to another year! And thank you to our amazing staff and loyal customers for all your support!

05/31/2026

ELKE’S SUMMER HOURS!
Cheers to SUMMER! Elke’s will be following Summer Hours for June and July! Effective June 1 - July 31
Monday- Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday Cafe (same as always) 8am - 3pm
Saturday Market 8am - 4pm

05/31/2026

Thank you for a GREAT event!!

05/28/2026

Heading out on the boat this weekend? Friends joining you at the cabin? Enjoy your friends and family! Elke’s has you covered for all the dips, snacks and sides!

05/24/2026

Elke’s Market Cafe will be closed Monday, May 25th, in remembrance of Memorial Day.
We wish to acknowledge the members of our Armed Forces, their families, and for all who have given their lives in the service of this grateful nation.

05/22/2026

She’s baaaaack! Gigi’s Garden is back in for the summer! Crisp, refreshing white wine created by in honor of owner, Andrew Browne’s grandmother who loved to sit in her garden and sip a glass of lovely, white wine after tending to her flowers. Everyone knows a Gigi! Come by and get some to share with your Gigi today!

05/21/2026

We are up before sunrise to make sure your team is fed well. Have a meeting coming up at the office? Let our Team at Elke’s feed your Team!

05/15/2026

We are so grateful for our Allen Chamber of Commerce community! While we will no longer host Tuesday morning meetings, we will continue to be a part of this amazing organization. Allen Chamber has helped us to expand our business, grow personally and professionally and extend our reach in ways we could never have imagined. Thank you all for the ongoing support and for all your very kind words and sentiments!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas and meaningful women in our lives that have made us and shaped us!

05/07/2026

Cloudy days + Chicken Pot Pies = 🙂

05/06/2026

04/25/2026

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04/20/2026

HELP WANTED:
Have you worked in restaurants, catering or fast food but hated the hours? We have shifts available from 10am through 6pm (Closer position). CLOSED on Sundays and all major holidays. Are you reliable? An excellent multi-tasker?

Elke's Market Cafe is located in ALLEN, TX. We have been in business for 20+ years and are family owned operated. We are three businesses in one- catering, cafe/bakery and market- and have a great crew! We are community minded and support many local agencies in their work.

Elke’s Market Cafe in ALLEN, TX is a well-established family owned business. We are looking for experienced individuals for sandwich prep, baking, cashier and basic food prep. Ideal candidates will be able to handle customer orders and cashiering in a higher volume environment and also able to assist with food prep (mixing, packaging, sandwich prep). We are a small, family run business looking to grow our already busy business to the next level. We are looking for team players with excellent customer service, phone skills, a willingness to learn, keep a neat work area, and contribute to a growing business. Will consider F/T or P/T. Must have Food Handlers Card or be able to complete. Competitive hourly wages PLUS TIPS.

Responsibilities
Operate the cash register and handle cash transactions accurately.
Answer phones and take orders.
Deliver excellent customer service
Prepare food items according to safety and sanitation guidelines.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pantry and service areas.
Assist in basic food preparation and ensure timely service during peak hours.
Collaborate with team members to enhance the dining experience and promote upselling.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:
Employee discount
Paid time off
Shift: 10am to 6:15 (m-f) 10am to 4pm Saturday

Day shift

Experience:
Food service: 2 year (Preferred)
Email resume to: [email protected]

04/15/2026

The Wagner Family has brought us iconic wines like Caymus, Belle Glos and Quilt.

Joe Wagner and Copper Cane Wines & Spirits is now pleased to announce the Westhoff Pioneers Collection, an exclusive new line of California based, historically-inspired red wine blends brought to the bottle by fifth-generation winemaker Joe Wagner.

Mark your Calendar!! Experience this new line-up of wines paired with 5 courses...

Friday, April 24th 6:30pm

Menu

White Bean Hummus with Salmon Ceviche

Threadcount Sauvignon Blanc

Carmelized Onion and Gruyère Cheese Gallette

Westhoff Pioneers Italian Blend 2023

Pork & Duck Confit Terrine with Blackberry Gastrique and Toast Points

Westhoff Pioneers USA Blend 2023

Beef Tenderloin Brochettes, Morrocan Rice with Dried Fruits and Nuts, Fig Demi Glace

Westhoff Pioneers French Blend 2023

Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Dessert

Housemade Double Chocolate Truffles

Dinner and Pairing

$79 per person / $68 per person (wine club member pricing)

RSVP Required. [email protected]

Seating Limited

04/13/2026

Need lunch for the office? Large group or small…. hot or cold …. healthy salads or decadent treats… ? Elke’s has you covered! Let our crew feed your crew!

04/09/2026

Watching the Masters this weekend??? Grab your pimento cheese at Elke's for a true golf classic!!!

04/05/2026

Get ready for a night of sipping and swirling! 🍷🎉 Elke's Market Cafe is hosting Wine Tasting on April 09, 2026 at 05:00 PM. Join us in exploring an array of exquisite wines. We can't wait to see you there! 😊

03/26/2026

Come see Luigi of Nonno Luigi Olive Oil! Luigi’s family olive oil is only available at a few spots in DFW and is the TOP-SELLING olive oil at Jimmy’s Italian Food Store in Dallas. We are excited to have him here at Elke’s Friday March 27th from 10:30-1:30 sampling his olive oil! Come by for a taste and grab a bottle to take home! It’s so good you can drink it!

03/20/2026

Rose All day! Elke’s has all you need to pair with a perfect backyard brunch or front porch happy hour….

03/11/2026

Elke’s Market Cafe is proud be an active member of Allen Chamber of Commerce and is excited to be awarded Small Business of the Year for 2026.
We are so grateful for the support of other local businesses and our amazing community, and most of all, an excellent staff that brings their “A-game” to every day. Thank you to our amazing crew: Juan, Leo, Angie McLain, Lupita, Alicia, Angel, Elvia, Avery, Imelda, Scott Crosson for their hard work and support!

03/07/2026

Rainy day dinner… coming out of the oven !

02/28/2026

02/26/2026

Cool opportunity!!! Is this speaking to YOU and your inner artist?