Minneapolis

Elliot Park

2 restaurants2 fully vegan4.8 avg verified rating

Elliot Park is a downtown-adjacent Minneapolis neighborhood, one of the city’s oldest, tucked between the hospital district and the stadium.

Elliot Park has 2 vegan and plant-based dining options in our Minneapolis directory — 2 fully vegan. Here you can eat Ethiopian, African, Bakery, Soul Food, and Desserts. Prices run from budget-friendly ($) to mid-range ($$), so there's something for a quick lunch or a special dinner. The highest-rated is Lulu EthioVegan, holding a verified 4.9-star Google rating from 345 reviews. Every rating on this page is pulled from verified Google data, not estimated — the 2 rated spots here average 4.8 stars.

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Lulu EthioVegan

EthiopianAfrican
Elliot Park

Lulu EthioVegan is a 100% vegan Ethiopian restaurant at 12 E Franklin Ave in Minneapolis's Elliot Park neighborhood, serving plant-based interpretations of traditional Ethiopian dishes at $$ prices. Chef TG Feyisa brings heart, heritage, and serious culinary skill to her exclusively vegan Ethiopian restaurant. Traditional dishes are reimagined with plant-based ingredients: beef tibs become tender rosemary mushrooms with peppers, doro wot transforms into crispy shimbra asa (chickpeas in berbere sauce). The sampler platters are perfect for sharing, featuring sambusa (lentil-filled pastries), foule (crushed fava beans), and hearty lentil stews. Everything is scooped up with airy injera flatbread. The cozy Franklin Avenue spot is ideal for sipping ginger tea or telba (Ethiopian flaxseed drink). Q: Is Lulu EthioVegan fully vegan? A: Yes. Every item on the menu is 100% plant-based. No meat, dairy, or eggs are used in any dish. Q: What is the best thing to order at Lulu EthioVegan? A: The sampler platter is the best first visit -- it comes with sambusa (lentil-filled pastries), foule (crushed fava beans), and several lentil stews on injera. The shimbra asa (crispy chickpeas in berbere sauce) is the standout single dish. Q: Where is Lulu EthioVegan? A: Lulu EthioVegan is at 12 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404, in the Elliot Park neighborhood near the intersection of Franklin Ave and Chicago Ave S. Open Monday and Thursday through Sunday; closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Q: What is Lulu EthioVegan best for? A: It is best for 100% vegan Ethiopian food in Minneapolis, sampler platters for groups, and the highest-rated vegan dining experience in the city (4.9 stars on Google).

100% Vegan
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Lutunji's Palate

BakerySoul Food+1
Elliot Park

Lutunji Abrams is best known for her peach cobbler, and her vegan version with flaky coconut oil crust is equally sumptuous. This Elliot Park bakery specializes in all kinds of vegan treats, many of them gluten-free: coconut macaroons, cashew milk ice cream, and Oreo 'cheezecake.' Savory options include plant-based omelets and croissant sandwiches. Lutunji's warmth and dedication to craft shine through in every bite. A hidden gem that deserves more attention.

What to Order in Elliot Park

Lulu EthioVegan
4.9 (345)$$·100% Vegan

What to order

  • Shimbra AsaCrispy chickpeas in berbere sauce, the standout vegan take on doro wot
  • Sampler PlatterThe best way to try multiple dishes: sambusa, foule, and lentil stews
  • Rosemary Mushroom TibsTender mushrooms with peppers, deeply flavored
  • Ginger Tea or TelbaEthiopian flaxseed drink, perfect to finish the meal
The best Ethiopian food ever. And it's vegan. So tasty and the portions were huge. Order the sampler and you will not go wrong with any of the chef choices. We had a late dinner that concluded with a delightful conversation with the owner.John Doan, verified Google review
12 E Franklin Ave, MinneapolisEthiopian · African
TakeoutCatering
Lutunji's Palate
4.7 (160)$·100% Vegan

Lutunji Abrams is best known for her peach cobbler, and her vegan version with flaky coconut oil crust is equally sumptuous. This Elliot Park bakery specializes in all kinds of vegan treats, many of them gluten-free: coconut macaroons, cashew milk ice cream, and Oreo 'cheezecake.

Visited Minneapolis and was pleasantly surprised to find this delicious, vegan friendly spot. They had a variety of drinks, baked goods and savory food, all with incredible vegan options. Service was excellent.Sofia Prado, verified Google review
1400 Park Ave, MinneapolisBakery · Soul Food · Desserts
TakeoutCateringGluten-Free Options

Good to Know

  • 2 spots do catering for events.

Vegan Dining in Elliot Park: FAQ

How many vegan restaurants are in Elliot Park?

Our directory lists 2 vegan and plant-based restaurants in Elliot Park, Minneapolis, including 2 that are 100% vegan.

What is the best-rated vegan restaurant in Elliot Park?

Lulu EthioVegan is the highest-rated, with a verified 4.9-star Google rating across 345 reviews. Order the Shimbra Asa, Sampler Platter, Rosemary Mushroom Tibs, and Ginger Tea or Telba.

Are there fully vegan restaurants in Elliot Park?

Yes. Lulu EthioVegan and Lutunji's Palate are 100% vegan — every item on the menu is plant-based.

What kinds of vegan food can you get in Elliot Park?

Elliot Park covers Ethiopian, African, Bakery, Soul Food, and Desserts.

How expensive is vegan dining in Elliot Park?

It ranges from budget-friendly ($) to mid-range ($$), so you can grab a cheap bite or plan a nicer meal.

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