"Rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." — Colossians 2:7 (NIV)

OAT was born from a simple belief: that you deserve to start your day with something real. And that food, at its best, brings people together.

our story

Whole heart.
Whole ingredients.

Armed with a breakfast cart, a playlist of good tunes, and a whole lot of passion, she set out to make mornings better. Her little cart became a beloved piece of the Fargo community. Then the story took a beautiful turn.

let us tell you a story

Once upon a time,
there was a girl named
Lindsey who really loved food.

They came as fans.

They stayed as stewards.

Matt and Kate came to OAT the same way most people do: as fans. They'd fallen in love with the cart, the food, and the community it created. Under their care, you'll still find all your favorite nourishing oat bowls, toast combos, and iced sips crafted with clean ingredients and a whole lot of heart.

meet the ekrens

Three things we'll never compromise.

what drives us

Eating well shouldn't be stressful.

OAT was built to make wholesome mornings easy and accessible. No nutrition degree required.

empowering

Transparency in the way we shop, cook, and serve.

Locally sourced, high-quality ingredients. We keep our food honest because you deserve to know what's on your plate.

authentic

As Midwest as it gets.

We give back, show up, and create a space where people feel welcome. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, you're part of this.

community

What started as a breakfast cart in Fargo has grown into a Bismarck cafe, and we're just getting started.

where we're headed

This isn't just breakfast.
It's a movement.

JOIN THE TEAM

"We believe we've been called to something bigger than a breakfast cart.
We're just grateful to serve."

matt & kate ekren