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Vegetarian

You may think of cheese and bratwurst when you think of Milwaukee, but there’s no shortage of delicious vegetarian and vegan food being served up in our restaurants! Milwaukeeans love their local food, and you’ll find fresh farm-to-table favorites all across the city. Most restaurants offer vegan and vegetarian entrées, but the variety available at these local spots make them favorites for veggie lovers and omnivores alike!

  1. Beans & Barley

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    Beans & Barley

    A local mainstay for vegetarians and vegans, this café and market serves smoothies, sandwiches, soups, and more, with plentiful options for all dietary preferences. Try a TLT (Tempeh, Lettuce, and Tomato), and don’t miss the famous vegetarian chili!

    1901 E North Ave
    Milwaukee, WI • 53202
    (414) 278-7878
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  2. The city’s home for Mexican food with a twist offers several creative vegetarian and vegan tacos incorporating soy chorizo, grilled cauliflower, and more at all of their area locations.

    1935 N. Water Street
    Milwaukee, WI • 53202
    (414) 226-2245
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  3. Café Manna

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    Café Manna

    This all-vegetarian café also offers a variety of vegan, gluten-free, and raw options. Its commitment to eco-friendly and sustainable food and décor made it Wisconsin’s first restaurant to earn a 3-star rating from the Green Restaurant Association.

    3815 N Brookfield Rd
    Brookfield, WI • 53045
    (262) 790-2340
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  4. Casablanca

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    Casablanca

    In addition to vegetarian options on the regular menu, this Middle Eastern restaurant is a must-visit spot for their vegetarian lunch buffet, available Monday-Saturday.

    728 E. Brady Street
    Milwaukee, WI • 53202
    (414) 271-6000
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  5. Ian’s Pizza

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    Ian’s Pizza

    There’s always a featured vegetarian slice on the menu at Ian’s, and many of their famous specialty pies (including the best-selling Mac n’ Cheese pizza) are vegetarian and can be made vegan.

    146 E. Juneau Avenue
    Milwaukee, WI • 53202
    (414) 727-9200
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  6. On the Bus

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    On the Bus

    Located inside the Milwaukee Public Market, you’ll find a fully vegan menu served from a counter made from a groovy VW bus.

    Milwaukee Public Market
    400 N Water St
    Milwaukee, WI • 53202
    (414) 204-8585
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  7. Get your shopping done at this local co-op or just stop at one of their in-store cafes for delicious from-scratch, organic vegetarian and vegan meals.

    2826 S Kinnickinnic Ave
    Milwaukee, WI • 53207
    414-755-3202
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  8. Dedicated to providing nutritious and affordable natural foods to the neighborhood, this local grocery is also a favorite spot for local vegetarians and vegans to grab lunch or all-day breakfast.

    733 E Clarke St
    Milwaukee, WI • 53212
    (414) 264-7933
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  9. Smoke Shack

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    Smoke Shack

    You wouldn’t expect to find many vegetarians in a barbeque restaurant, but you won’t be disappointed by delicious, smoky vegetarian entrees like the roasted portabello and BBQ seitan sammich, and almost all of the sides are veggie-friendly. Check out the second location at The Mayfair Collection.

    332 N. Milwaukee Street
    Milwaukee, WI • 53202
    (414) 431-1119
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