Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
American
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Opened Sept 2015 a vegetarian restaurant serving casual fare. Offers food like crepes and paninis, plus a drink menu including juices, smoothies, beer, and wine. Much of the menu can be requested as vegan. Open Mon 9:00am-3:00pm, Wed-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm. See website for changes.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 30 Nov 2025 by Beerlinecafe
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Added by MeatlessInMilwaukee on 26 Sep 2015
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65 Reviews
First Review by tauberl
citygirleats
Points +25
Great Food...Just Missing that Extra Little Something - Edit
I went to Beerline Cafe with my meat eating dad and he went for one of the breakfast burritos which he found extremely filling and had to take half of it home.
Read moreI went with a crepe with peanut butter inside and topped with bananas. Although the crepe was satisfactory, I was disappointed they didn't give syrup with it automatically (I didn't ask to see if they had any.} I think the crepe would have been even more tastier if the peanut butter had mixed into more of a glaze so you don't have stuck on the roof of your mouth situation.
The employee's were helpful and answered our questions as new customers. Since we went during the week, we pretty much had the entire place to ourselves and had our pick of tables. Let me just say I am in love with their living wall.
I think this would be a great place to bring omnivores as it has a lot of food they are comfortable with. It is also vegan friendly with many of the entrees having a vegan alternative.
I look forward to going back to try out some of their lunch items like the nachos.
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eveazc
Points +66
Casual cafe - Edit
The cafe offered good food & friendly service. I was happy to find vegan options on the menu. Since we were dining with family who eat meat this cafe was a good option. The tofu scramble breakfast tacos are good as well the waffles
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Paigesterrs
Points +39
This restaurant is awesome except when it isn't. - Edit
I live right in the middle of Beerline Cafe, and Riverwest Co-op Cafe. I usually choose to go to Riverwest Co-Op because the food can't be beat. Beerline has a really cool space and atmosphere, and I love how they have you separate your garbage into recycling and compost! However I find that the food is usually inconsistent. For example I've had the BLATz maybe three or four times and each time the quality differs from the last time. The first time I ordered it, I claimed that it was the best sandwich I had ever had.. but I was extremely disappointed when I ordered it again as for some reason it was subpar. I also don't recommend the crepes. They just aren't the best crepes I've ever had.
Read moreHOWEVER! Their tofu scramble sandwich with vegan cheese has been amazing both times I've ordered it. They also have a really large menu, and I haven't even scraped the surface.
All in all, it is a reasonable vegan / vegetarian restaurant right down the street from my house so I'm pretty thrilled.
Pros: Cheap, Tons of Vegan Options, Cool Atmosphere & Decor
Cons: Inconsistent , Skip The Crepes
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MartinLyons
Points +197
unique, and surprisingly big menu - Edit
Vegan crepes, what a treat, for a lacto-vegetarian. And the tofu scramble atop hash browns and asparagus in a Benedict sauce was quite delish. Plus the pricing is really reasonable. Nice laid-back bohemian setting, I will be sure to come whenever I'm in Milwaukee
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mpopp000
Points +54
yesss!!! - Edit
My first time going to Beerline. The atmosphere kind of reminded me of a coffee shop more so then a sit down restaurant, and the prices reflected that (pretty cheap) I have no complaints the servers were nice, and helpful, the menu was clear and there were so many vegan and gluten free options (I'm not gluten free but just putting that out there!) my mom is not vegan so she got a vegetarian menu item but said it was one of the best things she's had at a restaurant this year (something about eggs Benedict for all you vegetarians wanting to try) but my food was great and I really enjoyed being there- defiantly going back.
Read morePros: atmosphere , so many options , friendly staff
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CMSDE
Points +126
Old school coffee shop with modern vibe - Edit
When I was growing up, small towns would have a little restaurant called a "coffee shop," which was less like the Starbucks model we have today and more like a diner. It was the sort of place that my bachelor uncles would go into once or twice a day for a meal, a cup of coffee (one kind offered only), and to socialize. On the surface, Beerline Cafe is nothing like that. It's decor is modern, it serves a variety of coffee and tea drinks, it has beer and doesn't have meat, and it's in a city. And yes, it's definitely the kind of place you can go to work on your laptop. But maybe because it's surrounded by a residential neighborhood, I felt an underlying vibe that reminded me of those older style places.
Read moreI ate here twice while I was on a weekend trip to Milwaukee earlier this winter. The food is good, and the atmosphere is really inviting. Street parking was easy, even right after getting several inches of snow.
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milos99
Points +671
amazing veg options in Brew City! - Edit
We were gifted a card to try Beerline Cafe and were very impressed! I am a chegan (cheese-eating vegan) and found many lovely options. We had:
Read moreCromlette as a tofu scramble
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Chickpea chorizo taco with avacado
There were many more options I am looking forward to trying :)
Get there - it's delicious!!
Pros: friendly, clean and professional, good lively vibe
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L&RWagner
Points +24
I wish I lived closer, I wanted to try everything on the menu! - Edit
Amazing black bean and plantain vegan crepe & potato salad. Perfect atmosphere and friendly staff.
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DairyStateVegan
Points +52
Highly Recommend - Edit
Has countless vegan options. I ordered the "classic breakfast" vegan style and it was really good - a little too oily and needed diced tomatoes on top. But I do recommend ordering it with tomatoes!! The staff was incredible and the decor was attractive and clean. Will DEFINITELY go again.
Read morePros: Friendly, Clean, Quiet
Cons: Oily
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0bel1sk
Points +92
ooh la la - Edit
never considered a vegan crepe, but here they are. the crepes were a little tough, so not the best crepe. I had one with red potatoes, quite tasty.
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tauberl
Points +472
Delicious vegan crepes! - Edit
Extensive menu of both sweet and savory vegan crepes, every one I have tried has been delicious! I've also really enjoyed the avocado hummus, and their apple cider and iced teas are just right. They also always have cookies and scones from east side ovens (all vegan bakery), plus rotating flavor of cakes from east side ovens as well! The atmosphere is great, and the prices are really reasonable.
Read morePros: Creative menu, reasonable prices, nice staff
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