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Vegan Minneapolis

Guides, reviews, and neighborhood tours for plant-based eating in the Twin Cities

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Best Vegan Restaurants in Uptown & Lyn-Lake Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

The best vegan and plant-based food in Minneapolis's most plant-forward neighborhoods — Uptown, Lyn-Lake, and Whittier. From Amazing Thailand's mock duck curry to Peninsula Malaysian's laksa, World Street Kitchen's Yum Yum bowl, and a 100% vegan bar in Powderhorn.

9 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Restaurants Near Downtown Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

The best vegan and plant-based restaurants in and around downtown Minneapolis — from 100% vegan Ethiopian at Lulu EthioVegan to coal-fired pizza at Black Sheep, Crisp & Green on Nicollet Mall, and vegan ramen at Tori in the North Loop.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Asian Restaurants in Minneapolis (Thai, Ramen, Sushi & More)

The best vegan Asian food in Minneapolis — Thai curries at Amazing Thailand, Tori Ramen's mushroom broth, Masu's sushi & robata, Peninsula's curry laksa, and more.

9 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Bakeries & Desserts in Minneapolis (2026 Guide) 🍩

From 100% vegan custom cakes to punk-rock donuts, housemade ice cream, and dark chocolate beignets — Minneapolis has a surprisingly great vegan dessert scene. Here's where to find the best vegan bakeries and sweet treats in the Twin Cities.

6 min readFebruary 2026
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Vegan Father's Day in Minneapolis 2026: Brunch, Dinner & Gift Ideas 🌿

Father's Day 2026 is June 15 — here's how to celebrate with the vegan dad (or vegan-curious dad) in Minneapolis. Best brunch spots, dinner picks, grilling ideas, and gifts from the Herbivorous Butcher.

7 min readFebruary 2026
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Late Night Vegan Food Minneapolis: Where to Eat After 10pm 🌙

Hungry after midnight in Minneapolis? Find the best late night vegan-friendly restaurants — from Pizza Karma's 3am fire-roasted pies to Francis Burger Joint's fully vegan bar. Real options, real hours.

5 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Mother's Day Brunch in Minneapolis 2026 | Plant-Based May Dining

Celebrate Mom plant-based style! Find the best vegan Mother's Day brunch spots in Minneapolis 2026 — from J. Selby's indulgent brunch to Reverie's gorgeous ambiance. Mother's Day is May 11.

6 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Easter Brunch in Minneapolis 2026 | Plant-Based Easter Dining

Find the best vegan Easter brunch spots in Minneapolis for 2026. From J. Selby's indulgent brunch to Herbivorous Butcher Easter specials — celebrate plant-based on April 20.

6 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan St. Patrick's Day Restaurants & Events in Minneapolis 2026

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Minneapolis with the best vegan-friendly Irish-inspired spots, green food deals, and plant-based ways to go green this March 17.

6 min readFebruary 2026
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Vegan Valentine's Date Night in Minneapolis: 2026 Guide

Valentine's Day is Saturday! Here are the most romantic vegan and vegan-friendly restaurants in Minneapolis for 2026, plus reservation tips and what to order.

7 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Restaurants in Minneapolis 2026: The Ultimate Guide

Your complete guide to the best vegan and plant-based restaurants in Minneapolis for 2026. From 100% vegan spots to vegan-friendly gems, discover where to eat.

12 min readFebruary 2026
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Vegan Brunch Minneapolis: The Complete Guide to Weekend Feasting

Every vegan brunch spot in Minneapolis worth visiting in 2026. From biscuits and gravy to tofu scrambles, here's where to get your weekend fix.

10 min readFebruary 2026
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Date Ideas

Vegan Date Night Minneapolis: Where to Take Someone You Actually Like

Planning a vegan date night in Minneapolis? These romantic restaurants have the ambiance, the food, and the vibes to impress. No sad salads here.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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Northeast Minneapolis Vegan Guide: A Walking Tour of NE's Best Plant-Based Spots

Explore Northeast Minneapolis' thriving vegan scene. From the Herbivorous Butcher to Francis Burger Joint, here's your guide to eating plant-based in NE.

9 min readFebruary 2026
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Cuisine Guide

Ethiopian Vegan Food Minneapolis: A Complete Guide to Injera and Beyond

Minneapolis has incredible Ethiopian food, and it's naturally vegan-friendly. Here's everything you need to know about the best Ethiopian vegan restaurants in MPLS.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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Vegan Meal Prep Services in Minneapolis: Your Complete 2026 Guide

Skip the cooking without skipping good food. Here's every vegan meal prep service, meal kit, and ready-made option in the Twin Cities for 2026.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Comfort Food in Minneapolis: Mac & Cheese, Burgers, Pizza & More

Craving indulgent vegan comfort food in Minneapolis? This guide covers the best spots for mac and cheese, burgers, fried food, pizza, and ice cream that'll satisfy any craving.

10 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Bakeries in Minneapolis: Cakes, Donuts, Pastries & More

Your complete guide to vegan bakeries in Minneapolis. From custom cakes to gourmet donuts, these bakeries prove that vegan desserts are just as indulgent as traditional ones.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Ice Cream in the Twin Cities: 2026 Guide

The definitive guide to vegan ice cream in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. From housemade scoops to grocery store pints, we ranked every option worth trying.

9 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Pizza in Minneapolis (2026): Every Spot with Dairy-Free Cheese, Ranked

Pizza Lucé makes house-made vegan mozzarella that actually melts and stretches — the best dairy-free cheese in the Midwest. Plus coal-fired Black Sheep, late-night delivery until 3am, and 7 spots ranked. Minneapolis vegan pizza guide, updated 2026.

8 min readFebruary 2026
Reviews

Best Vegan Mac & Cheese Brands 2026: Blind-Tested Rankings

We blind-tested 15 vegan mac and cheese brands. Goodles Vegan Is Believin' wins overall. Annie's is best value. Daiya Deluxe is best microwave. Ranked honestly — no brand deals, no BS.

11 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Pizza in Minneapolis: The Ultimate 2026 Guide

The definitive guide to vegan pizza in Minneapolis. Pizza Lucé, Parkway Pizza, Black Sheep, Red Rabbit, Wrecktangle — reviewed and ranked so you can order with confidence.

9 min readFebruary 2026
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J. Selby's Review 2026: Saint Paul's Best Vegan Spot

J. Selby's is Saint Paul's fully vegan comfort food spot. Nachos, crunchwraps, buffalo wing dip, cookies and cream shake. Here's what to order - plus hours.

4 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Minneapolis 2026: 20+ Top Spots

Top vegetarian restaurants in Minneapolis: fully vegetarian cafes, vegan-friendly hotspots, and the best plant-based dishes in every neighborhood. Honest reviews, updated 2026.

12 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Restaurants in St. Paul MN (2026) — J. Selby's, Grand Ave & More

Best vegan restaurants in St. Paul, MN: J. Selby's 100% vegan comfort food, Eureka Compass, Foxy Falafel, Everest on Grand. Full neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide, updated 2026.

10 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Food in Minneapolis 2026: Restaurants, Neighborhoods & Must-Try Spots

Best vegan food in Minneapolis: The Herbivorous Butcher, J. Selby's, Lulu Ethiovegan, and 40+ more plant-based spots. Neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide — Seward, Uptown, NE, and beyond.

11 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Coffee Shops in Minneapolis: Oat Milk, Plant-Based Lattes & More

Seed Plant-Based Cafe and Reverie are 100% vegan — stellar oat milk lattes, seasonal drinks, and zero compromises. Plus 7 more Minneapolis coffee shops that take plant milks seriously. Updated 2026.

7 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Bars & Happy Hour Spots in Minneapolis (2026 Guide) 🍺

The best vegan-friendly bars and happy hour spots in Minneapolis — from 100% vegan cocktail bars to craft breweries with plant-based snacks. Where to drink in Minneapolis without compromising.

6 min readFebruary 2026
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Neighborhood Guide

North Loop Vegan Guide: Best Plant-Based Restaurants in Minneapolis's Coolest Neighborhood

Your complete guide to vegan dining in Minneapolis's North Loop — from 100% vegan smash burgers to coal-fired pizza and authentic ramen. Everything plant-based in the Warehouse District.

7 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Food Trucks in the Twin Cities (2026 Season Guide)

Your complete guide to vegan and vegan-friendly food trucks in Minneapolis and Saint Paul - from spring pop-ups to summer festivals.

7 min readFebruary 2026
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Vegan Finds at Twin Cities Farmers Markets (2026 Season Guide)

From fresh produce to vegan baked goods and plant-based prepared foods - the best Twin Cities farmers markets for vegans in 2026.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Grocery Stores in Minneapolis: Co-ops, Natural Foods & Specialty Shops (2026)

The best vegan grocery stores in Minneapolis — from Seward Co-op and Wedge Co-op to Herbivorous Butcher, Trader Joe's, and Whole Foods. Where to buy vegan staples, specialty items, and local plant-based brands in the Twin Cities.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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Best Vegan Indian Food in Minneapolis & St. Paul (2026 Guide)

The best vegan Indian and Himalayan food in the Twin Cities — Gandhi Mahal, Himalayan Restaurant, Namaste Cafe, and Everest on Grand. What to order, what to skip, and why Minneapolis is surprisingly great for plant-based Indian cuisine.

8 min readFebruary 2026
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The Herbivorous Butcher Minneapolis: What to Buy & Why It's Worth It

The world's first vegan butcher shop is in Northeast Minneapolis. Here's everything you need to know — what to order, hours, prices, and why locals love it.

8 min readMarch 2026
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Best Vegan Happy Hour Spots in Minneapolis

Looking for vegan-friendly happy hour in Minneapolis? Here are the best spots for plant-based bites and drinks after 5, from cocktail bars to brewery taprooms.

5 min readMarch 2026
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Best Vegan Burgers in Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

Where to get the best vegan burgers in Minneapolis and St. Paul — from Francis Burger Joint's fully vegan sports bar smash burgers to J. Selby's Dirty Double, Reverie's Rev Burger, and Hard Times Cafe's classic veggie burger. Every spot reviewed.

8 min readMarch 2026
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Best Vegan Tacos in Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

Looking for the best vegan tacos in Minneapolis? From Reverie's Korean BBQ mock-duck tacos to Heal's Tinga Cabbage Tacos and Dreamstate's late-night options, here's where to eat.

7 min readMarch 2026
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Best Vegan Ramen in Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

Where to find the best vegan ramen in Minneapolis — from Dreamstate Cafe's mushroom dashi ramen to iPho Saigon's vegetarian pho and Peninsula Malaysian's curry laksa. Every bowl reviewed.

7 min readMarch 2026
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Best Vegan Thai Food in Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

The best vegan Thai restaurants in Minneapolis — Amazing Thailand's mock duck curry, World Street Kitchen's Thai-inspired bowls, and how to order vegan at any Thai restaurant in the Twin Cities.

7 min readMarch 2026
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Best Vegan Sushi in Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

Where to find the best vegan sushi in Minneapolis — from Masu Sushi's vegetable rolls and robata-grilled vegetables to how to order vegan at any sushi restaurant in the Twin Cities.

7 min readMarch 2026
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Best Cheap Vegan Food in Minneapolis — Under $15 Guide (2026)

The best cheap vegan food in Minneapolis — under $15 meals at Hard Times Cafe, Seward Cafe, Himalayan Restaurant, Foxy Falafel, and more. Eat well without spending much.

7 min readMarch 2026
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Best Vegan Mexican Food in Minneapolis (2026 Guide)

The best vegan Mexican food in Minneapolis — from Reverie Cafe's Korean BBQ mock-duck tacos and Heal's Tinga Cabbage Tacos to how to order vegan at Mexican restaurants in the Twin Cities.

7 min readMarch 2026
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New Vegan Restaurants Opening in Minneapolis in 2026

Two major openings are putting Minneapolis on the national vegan map in 2026: Owamni relocates to the Guthrie Theater riverfront, and Šhotá Indigenous BBQ opens at 2601 Franklin Ave. Here is what to know before they open.

6 min readMarch 2026

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