Milwaukee, we’re going vegan. From November 3-9, more than 25 local restaurants, bakeries, breweries, taquerias and cafés are celebrating plant-based dining in all its delicious forms during the first-ever Milwaukee Vegan Restaurant Week.
 

Just in time for National Vegan Month, this new citywide celebration invites both vegan and “vegan-curious” diners to explore the flavors and culinary creativity that make Milwaukee’s dining scene so special.

 

Cafe Corazon

 

A Local Dream Come True

The idea for Milwaukee Vegan Restaurant Week came straight from the heart of the local food scene. Wendy Mireles, owner of Café Corazón and founder of the event, wanted to shine a spotlight on the city’s diverse vegan options for anyone who loves great food.

 

A Week to Taste, Explore and Support Local

The lineup for this inaugural week is packed with some of Milwaukee’s most beloved eateries, from 100% vegan spots to restaurants where vegans and non-vegans dine side-by-side. Each participating business will feature at least one vegan item or special throughout the week. And there’s no registration, cover charge, or ticket required to join the fun. It’s an easy (and tasty!) way to try something new, discover a hidden gem and support small local businesses all at once.

 

Ruta's Fresh Indian Fare Vegan Restaurant Week


What’s Cooking: Highlights & Specials

Milwaukee’s kitchens are going all out for the occasion. Here’s a taste of what’s in store:
 

  • Café Corazón – Hosting a “Vegan Meetup & Menu Tasting for Charity” on Monday, Nov. 3, plus new specials like nopales tacos, vegan flan and a free happy hour margarita (4–5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 6).
     
  • Beans & Barley – Serving longtime favorites like coconut curry tofu stir fry.
     
  • Comet Café – Introducing a vegan twist on their famous Compact Turkey Dinner with slow-roasted plant-based “turkey,” sage stuffing and vegan gravy.
     
  • Honeypie Café – Bringing back “The Klug,” a pulled jackfruit hoagie, alongside a new warm kale salad and their signature vegan sweets.
     
  • Screaming Tuna Sushi – Hosting Wisconsin’s first-ever vegan omakase experience and featuring their Vegan for Two platter all week.
     
  • Purple Door Ice Cream – Blending up a vegan Purple Moon shake and rotating small-batch vegan flavors.
     
  • Palomino Bar – Dishing out its legendary vegan hot fried “chicken” sandwich and Veggie Po Boy that even carnivores can’t resist.
     
  • Twisted Plants – Offering 15% off orders when guests mention Milwaukee Vegan Restaurant Week.


Find more information about Milwaukee Vegan Restaurant Week and make your plans today.