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: high-protein, nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, low-carb, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, heart-healthy, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, south-beach, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, atkins, volumetrics, detox, tlc, raw-food, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, lectin-free
Currently closed
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
- Lux Tater Tots - $13.95: bacon, bleu cheese, gruyère, sriracha mayo Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Wisconsin Cheese Curds - $14.95: Ellsworth Creamery white cheddar cheese curds, hand-breaded, yogurt ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Calamari - $15.95: parmesan sprinkle, green chili crema, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- 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, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Kale Artichoke Dip - $15.95: kale, artichokes, white cheddar, pepper jack, cream cheese, shallots, aleppo chili, garlic crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tuna Tartare Tostadas - $15.95: ahi tuna cubes, sweet peppers, chili oil, mashed avocado, corn tortilla, sriracha mayo, mango jalapeno slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders - $15.95: fried hot chicken, spiced honey brown sugar glaze, pickles, bleu cheese sauce, brioche rolls Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Rainbow Hummus - $14.95: roasted beet hummus, crispy pepitas, herb yogurt creme, basil oil, vegetable crudite, toasted flatbread crackers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Burrata Tartine - $14.95: toasted sourdough, sweet pea spread, burrata, radish, marinated peas, pesto, scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Bistro Cheese & Prosciutto Plate - $16.95: prosciutto, roth 3 chili gouda, garlic toast points, dijon mustard, pickled grapes, flatbread crackers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- House Chips & Smoked Trout - $17.95: smoked trout, old bay lattice chips, herb creme fraiche, pickled onion, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Classic Mussels - $18.95: white wine, garlic, cream, toasted baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Benelux Salad - $14.95: mixed greens, red onion, cherry tomatoes, candied walnuts, bleu cheese, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Cobb - $18.95: mixed greens, arugula, grilled chicken, avocado, bacon, cheddar, cucumber, red onion, tomato, yogurt buttermilk ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- 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-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Rocket Salad - $15.95: arugula, apples, pears, gorgonzola, toasted almonds, honey lavender vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Sesame Tuna Salad - $18.95: mixed greens, sesame-crusted tuna steak, carrots, haricot verts, broccoli, wild rice, crispy jalapeño, sesame ginger vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Benelux Meatloaf - $22.95: bacon-wrapped meatloaf, ale gravy, whipped garlic parmesan mashers, crispy onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- 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-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Pan-Fried Sole Fillet - $24.95: white fish, panko crust, herb creme fraiche, almond citrus quinoa, cucumber-radish salad, scallion, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Sumac Salmon - $25.95: chickpea saffron pilaf, zucchini, roasted cauliflower, sumac-seasoned salmon, chermoula cucumber, herb creme Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Macaroni & Cheese - $18.95: five-cheese cream sauce, pickled peppadew peppers, rotini noodles, toasted bread crumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Jerk Shrimp Pasta - $23.95: blackened shrimp, tomatoes, spinach, yellow peppers, fettuccine pasta, creamy jerk sauce, toasted baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sprocket Burger - $17.95: bacon, cheddar, duck fat fried egg, garlic aioli, tomato jam, pretzel bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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-Protein, Nut-Free
- Walnut Smash Burger - $16.95: house-made walnut patties, sharp cheddar, red onion, tomato, vegan aioli, avocado, pretzel bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Turkey Pesto Sandwich - $17.95: turkey breast, havarti, basil pesto, garlic aioli, arugula, smoked paprika, toasted baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Crab Cake BLT - $19.95: crispy crab cakes, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, old bay mayo, sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cuban Sandwich - $16.95: ham, pork shoulder, smoked gouda, pickles, spicy garlic mustard, pressed roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Traditional Frites Cone - $7.95: includes choice of two dipping sauces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sweet Potato Frites Cone - $9.95: includes choice of two dipping sauces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Whipped Garlic Mashers - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fresh Fruit - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Salted Caramel Cheesecake - $9.95: graham cracker crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Raspberry Torte - $9.95: flourless cake, chocolate ganache, raspberry coulis Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Carrot Cake - $9.95: cream cheese frosting, toasted coconut, salted caramel
- High Speed Wit - $6.5: witbier with flavors of lemon, orange, and coriander
- Hollander IPA - $8: american citra hops meet belgian yeast
- Buckatabon Old Fashioned - $9.5: brandy, Lowlands bitters, orange, cherry
- Cappuccino - $3.95: double shot espresso, frothed milk
- Organic Rishi Tea - $3.95: various flavors available