Strange Town – Mediterranean
This eclectic neighborhood gem invites guests into a world of unconventional charm, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of garlic-roasted potatoes and earthy mushroom tartines. Creative, plant-forward plates like a decadent cauliflower cacio e pepe and artfully composed winter salads pair seamlessly with whimsical, story-driven cocktails that spark conversation and curiosity. Whether sharing a plate of "fancy nachos" or lingering over a fig and olive tapenade, diners find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere that celebrates bold, global flavors and a spirited, bohemian soul.
2101, North Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202 +14148850404 https://www.strangetownmke.com0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, 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, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Strange Town
Dairy-Free at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hummus, Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe and Garlic Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe and Winter Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hummus, Creme Brulee and Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruh Kolsch and St. Agrestis Mezcal Phony Negroni. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including St. Agrestis Mezcal Phony Negroni. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruh Kolsch and St. Agrestis Mezcal Phony Negroni. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 18 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hummus, Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe and Garlic Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Strange Town
Strange Town in Milwaukee has 22 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hummus, Creme Brulee and Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Strange Town
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Salad | 63 g | 48.7 g |
| The Nutcracker | 141.6 g | 39.5 g |
| St. Agrestis Amaro Falso | 0.2 g | 34.9 g |
| St. Agrestis Mezcal Phony Negroni | 0.2 g | 30.2 g |
| Cauliflower Cacio e Pepe Mac & Chz | 0 g | 28.8 g |
| Hummus | 30.9 g | 20.5 g |
| Rushmore | 0 g | 20.2 g |
| Mushroom Tartine | 70.4 g | 19.7 g |
| Fancy Nachos | 70.3 g | 14.2 g |
| Fruh Kolsch | 8.9 g | 13.8 g |
| Fig & Olive Tapenade | 40 g | 13 g |
| Italian Soda | 4.3 g | 10.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Smaller Plates
- Fig & Olive Tapenade - $15: mission fig, kalamata and castelvetrano olives, black garlic, amaranth bakery crostini Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $16: soom tahini, chili oil, pickled vegetables, pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Tartine - $16: crimini, shallot, herbes de province, cashew cream cheese, amaranth bakery toast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: brunch, lunch
- Garlic Potatoes - $12: fingerling potatoes, toum, fried garlic, herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Larger Plates
- Winter Salad - $14: shaved brussels sprouts, lone duck lettuce, Door County dried cherries, crushed WI hazelnut, orange-pomegranate vinaigrette Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Cacio e Pepe Mac & Chz - $16: cauliflower-cashew chz sauce, cavatappi mac, parm, black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fancy Nachos - $18: milagro chips, heirloom pinto beans, carrot queso, mojo-cashew crema, pickled jalapeno, hibiscus pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
House Cocktails
- How the Gringo Stole Christmas - $14: arrete blanco tequila, cranberry, dry curacao, lime, sage simple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Dream Catcher - $14: Cynar, amaro nonino, grapefruit, cava, seltzer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- A Simple Plan - $14: galangal-infused vodka, lemon, aquafaba, blood orange liquer, angostura bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- The Nutcracker - $14: el chapu mezcal, rhum agricole, smith & cross rum, velvet falernum, black strap bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Rushmore - $14: gin mare, herb-infused occitan gin, castrelvetrano brine, kalamata brine, black pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Licorice Pizza - $14: rittenhouse rye, ardbeg 10 yr scotch, cocchi dopo teatro, anise black tea syrup, st. elizabeth allspice dram Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Some Like It Hot - $14: lustau brandy, ginger-turmeric juice, lemon, niuka herbal tea syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
Desserts
- Adaptogenic Chocolate Cake - $12: chaga, reishi, ashwaganda, cordyceps, maca, and cacao Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Creme Brulee - $8: ask server for flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Fruh Kolsch - $7: Germany, 4.8% Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- RMBR Kombucha - $6: Illinois Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Minoquoa Brewing Antifa Oktoberfest - $6: Wisconsin, 5.5% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Blakes Classic Apple Cider - $6: Michigan, 5.5%
- Italian Soda - $5: house-made syrup, ask for flavors
- Niuka Hot Tea - $4: ask for list Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Coffee Wizards Coffee - $5: French press Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Athletic Brewing Co Run Wild IPA - $6: Non-alcoholic
- Best Day Brewing Kolsch - $6: Colorado, Non-alcoholic
- Ollipop Probiotic Soda - $6: California Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- St. Agrestis Mezcal Phony Negroni - $10: Brooklyn, NY Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- St. Agrestis Amaro Falso - $10: Brooklyn, NY Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Special Events
- Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe - $100: A Prix Fixe Dinner Inspired by David Lynch’s Twin Peaks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
Frequently Asked Questions about Strange Town
- Is Strange Town dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Strange Town has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hummus, Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe and Garlic Potatoes.
- What can I eat at Strange Town on a dairy-free diet?
- Hummus, Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe and Garlic Potatoes carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Strange Town have vegan options?
- Yes. 18 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Hummus and Valentine's Dinner: Fire Walk with Me Prix Fixe.
- Is Strange Town gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Strange Town?
- Winter Salad, at roughly 48.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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