Café Benelux – Mediterranean
This bustling grand café captures the spirited energy of a European bistro, inviting guests into a sun-drenched space where the clinking of glasses accompanies a parade of vibrant, shareable plates. The kitchen elevates regional comfort into gourmet experiences, pairing crispy, golden Wisconsin cheese curds and decadent Lux tater tots with sophisticated offerings like tuna tartare tostadas and silky burrata tartines. Every dish, from spicy Nashville hot chicken sliders to warm, pull-apart cheese bread, is designed for social indulgence and lingering over good conversation.
340-346, North Broadway, Milwaukee, 53202 +14145012500 https://cafebenelux.com0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, kosher, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Lux Tater Tots - $13.95: bacon, bleu cheese, gruyère, sriracha mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wisconsin Cheese Curds - $14.95: Ellsworth Creamery white cheddar cheese curds, hand-breaded, yogurt ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $15.95: parmesan sprinkle, green chili crema, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pull-Apart Cheese Bread - $13.95: herbed pull-apart bread, parmesan, white cheddar, arugula, garlic herb butter, pickled peppadew peppers, fried garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Artichoke Dip - $15.95: kale, artichokes, white cheddar, pepper jack, cream cheese, shallots, aleppo chili, garlic crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare Tostadas - $15.95: ahi tuna cubes, sweet peppers, chili oil, mashed avocado, corn tortilla, sriracha mayo, mango jalapeno slaw Dietary tags: High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders - $15.95: fried hot chicken, spiced honey brown sugar glaze, pickles, bleu cheese sauce, brioche rolls Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rainbow Hummus - $14.95: roasted beet hummus, crispy pepitas, herb yogurt creme, basil oil, vegetable crudite, toasted flatbread crackers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata Tartine - $14.95: toasted sourdough, sweet pea spread, burrata, radish, marinated peas, pesto, scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bistro Cheese & Prosciutto Plate - $16.95: prosciutto, roth 3 chili gouda, garlic toast points, dijon mustard, pickled grapes, flatbread crackers Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Chips & Smoked Trout - $17.95: smoked trout, old bay lattice chips, herb creme fraiche, pickled onion, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Mussels - $18.95: white wine, garlic, cream, toasted baguette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Benelux Salad - $14.95: mixed greens, red onion, cherry tomatoes, candied walnuts, bleu cheese, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cobb - $18.95: mixed greens, arugula, grilled chicken, avocado, bacon, cheddar, cucumber, red onion, tomato, yogurt buttermilk ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Everything Salmon Salad - $21.95: curly endive, mixed greens, everything spiced salmon, goat cheese, red onion, tomato, cucumber, pickled cauliflower, parmesan crispies, basil vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rocket Salad - $15.95: arugula, apples, pears, gorgonzola, toasted almonds, honey lavender vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Tuna Salad - $18.95: mixed greens, sesame-crusted tuna steak, carrots, haricot verts, broccoli, wild rice, crispy jalapeño, sesame ginger vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Benelux Meatloaf - $22.95: bacon-wrapped meatloaf, ale gravy, whipped garlic parmesan mashers, crispy onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Balkan Eggplant - $19.95: eggplant cutlet, red sauce with sweet peppers and mushrooms, haricot verts, long grain rice, lemon, scallion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flame Grilled Kebabs - $25.95: marinated tenderloin tips, grilled zucchini, pepper, onion, portabella, golden lemon couscous, paprika sauce, feta, cilantro onion relish, flatbread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Fried Sole Fillet - $24.95: white fish, panko crust, herb creme fraiche, almond citrus quinoa, cucumber-radish salad, scallion, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sumac Salmon - $25.95: chickpea saffron pilaf, zucchini, roasted cauliflower, sumac-seasoned salmon, chermoula cucumber, herb creme Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Macaroni & Cheese - $18.95: five-cheese cream sauce, pickled peppadew peppers, rotini noodles, toasted bread crumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Shrimp Pasta - $23.95: blackened shrimp, tomatoes, spinach, yellow peppers, fettuccine pasta, creamy jerk sauce, toasted baguette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Sprocket Burger - $17.95: bacon, cheddar, duck fat fried egg, garlic aioli, tomato jam, pretzel bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smashed Double Lamburger - $17.95: two lamb blend smash patties, cucumber radish salad, red onion, roasted tomato, herb creme fraiche, garlic aioli, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walnut Smash Burger - $16.95: house-made walnut patties, sharp cheddar, red onion, tomato, vegan aioli, avocado, pretzel bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Pesto Sandwich - $17.95: turkey breast, havarti, basil pesto, garlic aioli, arugula, smoked paprika, toasted baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cake BLT - $19.95: crispy crab cakes, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, old bay mayo, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Sandwich - $16.95: ham, pork shoulder, smoked gouda, pickles, spicy garlic mustard, pressed roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Traditional Frites Cone - $7.95: includes choice of two dipping sauces Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Frites Cone - $9.95: includes choice of two dipping sauces Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Garlic Mashers - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Fruit - $3.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Desserts
- Salted Caramel Cheesecake - $9.95: graham cracker crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Raspberry Torte - $9.95: flourless cake, chocolate ganache, raspberry coulis Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Carrot Cake - $9.95: cream cheese frosting, toasted coconut, salted caramel
Beverages
- High Speed Wit - $6.5: witbier with flavors of lemon, orange, and coriander Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Hollander IPA - $8: american citra hops meet belgian yeast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Buckatabon Old Fashioned - $9.5: brandy, Lowlands bitters, orange, cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Lectin-Free
- Cappuccino - $3.95: double shot espresso, frothed milk
- Organic Rishi Tea - $3.95: various flavors available Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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