Northeast Minneapolis

The Herbivorous Butcher is a fully vegan butcher shop and deli at 507 1st Ave NE in Northeast Minneapolis, open Tuesday through Sunday, selling handcrafted plant-based meats, artisan vegan cheeses, and ready-made deli sandwiches. It made history in 2016 as America's first vegan butcher shop, founded by siblings Aubry and Kale Walch. The Korean BBQ ribs are the most-ordered item: smoky, tender, and convincing enough to convert skeptics. The Italian sausage snaps with a proper casing bite and works in pasta, pizza, or grilled on a bun. On the cheese side, the aged cheddar is sharp and crumbly, the havarti melts clean, and the pepperjack delivers real heat. The deli counter serves ready-made sandwiches -- the Italian sub with house-made salami and provolone is the Northeast favorite. Q: Is The Herbivorous Butcher fully vegan? A: Yes, 100%. Every product in the shop -- meats, cheeses, sandwiches, and grab-and-go items -- is completely plant-based and animal-free. Q: What should I order at The Herbivorous Butcher? A: First-timers should try the Korean BBQ Ribs and the Italian Sub. For cheese, the aged cheddar and havarti are the top sellers. The deli counter is the fastest way to eat on-site. Q: Is The Herbivorous Butcher open on Sundays? A: Yes, Sundays 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Tuesday through Saturday hours are 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Closed Mondays.

Francis Burger Joint is a 100% vegan burger bar and restaurant at 2422 Central Ave NE in Northeast Minneapolis, with a second location in Longfellow. The menu centers on vegan burgers: a taco-seasoned Impossible burger, a garlicky black bean burger, and a Juicy Lucy stuffed with vegan cheese. What sets Francis apart from other vegan spots is its fully animal-free bar program -- no crushed beetle dyes in cocktails, no fish bladder-filtered wines, no animal-derived additives in any drink. The industrial-chic Northeast space is suited for casual dinners and bar nights alike.

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.

Brasa Premium Rotisserie is a vegan-friendly Southern and Creole restaurant at 600 E Hennepin Ave in Northeast Minneapolis, with a second location in St. Paul, priced at $$. 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. Perfect for dining with mixed groups.

Masu Sushi & Robata closed its Northeast Minneapolis location following a kitchen fire. All Twin Cities locations, including the Bloomington outpost, have closed. The restaurant offered upscale Japanese cuisine with vegetable sushi rolls, robata-grilled vegetables, and an extensive sake menu.

Herbie Butcher's Fried Chicken permanently closed on March 30, 2025. The 100% vegan fried chicken concept from the team behind The Herbivorous Butcher operated at 507 1st Ave NE in Northeast Minneapolis. Crispy chicken sandwiches, tenders, and comfort sides — all plant-based. The Herbivorous Butcher continues to sell some HBFC products online and at their NE Minneapolis shop.

Saturday Dumpling Co. started as a frozen dumpling company during the pandemic and grew into a beloved fast-casual restaurant with multiple Minneapolis locations. The Northeast location at 519 Central Ave NE is the flagship; a second spot at 5401 Penn Ave S in the Armatage neighborhood opened in 2026. The menu centers on hand-pinched Chinese dumplings and modern Asian-inspired street fare. For plant-based diners, the veggie dumplings are a clear standout: packed with tofu, cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, and scallions, they hold their own against any meat-filled version. The tofu burrito -- garlic soy marinated tofu, cumin roasted carrots, jasmine rice, crispy shallots, and pickled red onion wrapped in a scallion tortilla -- is one of the better fast-casual vegan burritos in the city. The rice bowls are highly customizable, with tofu as a solid protein base. The Northeast Minneapolis space fits the neighborhood: casual, community-focused, and genuinely good. Recognized as an MSP Magazine Top 50 restaurant. A reliable spot for plant-based diners who want satisfying, affordable Asian-inspired food in Northeast.