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
Milwaukee’s vibrant food scene offers a wealth of budget-friendly plant-based options that prove eating green doesn't have to break the bank. From the hearty comfort of American and German classics to the bold spices of Mexican, Thai, Indian, and Italian fare, this collection highlights the city's diverse vegan-friendly landscape. You can enjoy a meal at local favorites like North Avenue Grill and Brewski's Bar & Grill, or satisfy your cravings with flavorful dishes from El Beso and Taco Mike's. Whether you are stopping by Canary Coffee Bar for a drink or grabbing a treat at Babe's Ice Cream, these accessible spots ensure every diner finds something delicious and animal-free.
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.
