North Loop

A healthier fast-casual option challenging the big chains, Crisp & Green offers build-your-own salads and grain bowls with an impressive selection of proteins, vegetables, and house-made dressings. The signature bowls are well-designed -- try the Baja with black beans, corn, avocado, and chipotle vinaigrette. Everything is made fresh, and the portions are generous. Multiple locations across the metro make healthy eating convenient. Perfect for a quick lunch that won't leave you feeling sluggish. Q: Is Crisp & Green vegan-friendly? A: Yes -- Crisp & Green at 428 N Washington Ave in Minneapolis's North Loop is fully vegan-friendly. All bowls and salads can be built vegan. Choose plant-based proteins like chickpeas or tofu, and all house-made dressings are labeled. The menu is designed for easy vegan customization. Q: What is the best vegan bowl at Crisp & Green? A: The Harissa Spiced Bowl is the top vegan pick -- bold North African flavors with plant-based protein and grains. The Power Greens Salad (kale, roasted sweet potato, pepitas, lemon tahini dressing) is also excellent. Add chickpeas for protein. The Baja bowl with black beans, corn, and avocado is a crowd favorite. Q: Where is Crisp & Green in Minneapolis? A: Crisp & Green is at 428 N Washington Ave in the North Loop/Warehouse District of Minneapolis, open daily 10:30am to 9pm. Multiple locations across the Twin Cities metro.

Coal-fired pizza with a serious crust and creative toppings. Black Sheep offers vegan cheese on any pizza and has vegetable-forward options that shine without meat. The char from the coal oven adds incredible flavor. Try the seasonal vegetable pizza or build your own with their quality toppings. The North Loop location has industrial character with exposed brick and an open kitchen. Multiple locations serve the same quality pies. Great for groups with mixed dietary needs. Q: Is Black Sheep Pizza good for vegans? A: Yes -- Black Sheep Pizza offers Violife vegan mozzarella on any pizza, making the full menu accessible to vegan diners. The coal-fired crust is naturally vegan. Vegetable-forward pies are a highlight, and the seasonal vegetable pizza is the standout vegan order. Cauliflower wings are also available as a vegan starter. Q: What is the best vegan order at Black Sheep Pizza? A: The seasonal vegetable pizza with Violife vegan cheese on a coal-fired crust is the top pick. If a vegan fennel sausage option is available, order it -- the fennel-forward flavor is what sets Black Sheep apart from other pizza spots. The char from the coal oven adds depth that gas or electric ovens cannot match. Q: Where is Black Sheep Pizza and what are the hours? A: The flagship location is at 600 N Washington Ave in the North Loop, Minneapolis. Open daily 11am to 10pm, with Friday and Saturday late-night hours until 2:30am. Additional Twin Cities locations also available. The North Loop location has a full bar and exposed-brick industrial character.