Looking for plant-based-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Taco Mike's, The Mothership and Lucky Joe's, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry plant-based-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 173 affordable dining experiences
Discover affordable restaurants in Milwaukee with plant based options. Budget-friendly plant based dining.
Milwaukee's Affordable Plant Based Destinations
Discover the vibrant world of budget-friendly plant-based dining across Milwaukee, where eating green is both delicious and accessible. This collection features a diverse array of flavors ranging from hearty American comfort food and zesty Mexican dishes to authentic Italian, German, Thai, and Indian specialties. Whether you are grabbing a quick drink at Canary Coffee Bar, enjoying a casual meal at North Avenue Grill, or treating yourself to a sweet snack at Babe's Ice Cream, there is a meat-free option for every craving. Explore these local favorites to enjoy a satisfying, sustainable meal that fits your lifestyle and your budget.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Plant Based Restaurants in Milwaukee | Affordable & Plant Based
- Taco Mike's · rated 5/5: 17 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- The Mothership · rated 5/5: 16 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Lucky Joe's · rated 5/5: 13 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Colectivo · rated 5/5: 9 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Ann's Italian Restaurant · rated 5/5: 9 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Peter Sciortino's Bakery · rated 5/5: 8 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Valentine Coffee Co. · rated 5/5: 7 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Von Trier · rated 5/5: 7 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. German.
- Babe's Ice Cream · rated 5/5: 5 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Kinship Café · rated 5/5: 5 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Dia Café · rated 5/5: 4 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Canary Coffee Bar · rated 5/5: 4 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Aggie's Bakery · rated 5/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Caulfield's Wine Bar · rated 5/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- El Beso · rated 5/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Farwell Wine Bar · rated 4/5: 46 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Lebnani House · rated 4/5: 30 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Pita Palace Mediterranean Food · rated 4/5: 26 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Stone Creek Coffee · rated 4/5: 23 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Black Husky Brewing · rated 4/5: 19 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Urban Harvest Brewing Company · rated 4/5: 16 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Your Office · rated 4/5: 14 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Haven Cafe · rated 4/5: 14 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- SmallPie · rated 4/5: 13 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Drunken Cobra · rated 4/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Fiesta Colombia · rated 4/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Blooming Lotus Bakery · rated 4/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Milwaukee Waterfront Deli · rated 4/5: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Lion's Tail Brewery Co. · rated 4/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Romero's Restaurant and Bar · rated 4/5: 11 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
