Northeast Minneapolis

America's first vegan butcher shop, The Herbivorous Butcher is a revolutionary establishment run by sibling duo Aubry and Kale Walch. Since 2016, they've been crafting mind-blowing plant-based meats and cheeses that fool even the most devoted carnivores. From Korean BBQ ribs to pepperoni, Italian sausages to turkey deli slices, every product is handcrafted in-house. Their artisan vegan cheeses include cheddar, havarti, gouda, and pepperjack. Grab a sandwich for lunch or stock up on provisions for home cooking.

Francis serves incredible vegan burgers: a taco-seasoned Impossible burger, a garlicky black bean burger, even a Juicy Lucy stuffed with vegan cheese. But what truly sets Francis apart is their fully vegan bar program—no animal-derived dyes, additives, or fining agents in any drink. No crushed beetle dyes in Negronis, no fish bladder-filtered wines. The industrial-chic Northeast space is perfect for a casual night out. A second location in Longfellow expands their reach across the city.

A delightful addition to the Minneapolis vegan scene, Crepe & Spoon specializes in vegan crepes and housemade ice cream. Located in Northeast, this charming spot offers both sweet and savory crepe options perfect for any time of day. Try the Nutella-style crepe with bananas or go savory with spinach and vegan cheese. Their ice cream flavors are inventive and memorable—blueberry cardamom, coconut ash, salted caramel—all rich and creamy without a drop of dairy. A cozy date-night destination.

While known for rotisserie meats, Brasa's vegetable sides and plant-based options are destination-worthy on their own. The yams with bourbon and brown sugar, collard greens, corn maque choux, and black-eyed peas are all prepared without meat products (confirm when ordering). Build a vegetable plate of any three sides for a satisfying meal. The cornbread is phenomenal. Multiple locations serve the same quality. The Northeast spot has industrial-chic charm. Perfect for dining with mixed groups.

Upscale Japanese cuisine with a thoughtful selection of vegan options. Masu's vegetable sushi rolls are expertly crafted—try the avocado caterpillar or the vegetable rainbow roll. The robata grill produces incredible charred vegetables: shishito peppers, asparagus, mushrooms. Edamame, seaweed salad, and vegetable tempura start the meal right. The sleek, modern space in Northeast is perfect for special occasions. The sake menu is extensive. A sophisticated option for plant-based Japanese dining.