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).

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.