Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
American
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Catering

Restaurant serving modern plant-based comfort food, most of which is vegan or can be veganzied. Vegan choices are clearly marked and include burgers, sandwiches, and nachos. Also has weekly specials. Open Tue 4:00pm-8:00pm, Wed-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm, Sun 11:00am-7:00pm. Closed Mon.


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116 Reviews

First Review by Boomer

JennKub

Points +963

Vegan
26 Jan 2024

Very good - amazing cookies

Great comfort burgers and such. Soup of the day when we stopped in was beer cheeze soup and that was a great dip for our fries. Got one cookie and bought more before we left. Definitely recommend.

littleduck

Points +326

Vegan
06 Jan 2024

We love Green Owl!

My non-vegan partner and I always stop in when in town - he even eats the vegan cheese! Omni-approved!

My favorite is the wings, though I miss the sweet mustard sauce they used to have. I have never tried anything from Green Owl that I didn't like!

Pros: variety, all-vegan menu, non-vegans enjoy

Cons: they still offer dairy

Samantha18

Points +475

Vegan
22 Dec 2023

Always a reliable option!

This is one of the only all-vegan restaurants in the Madison area and is always a reliable option for us.
We have eaten here multiple times, trying many different entrees and the food has always been good. However, the side of fries typically tends to be too salty for our liking. The menu has lots to choose from and they always have very tasty desserts/baked goods but those are “while supplies last.”
For the longest time this place did not have indoor seating options. They recently added about 5 tables so customers can now dine-in.
The Green Owl is very active on their social media accounts and is great at posting daily specials, deals, etc.

Pros: All vegan , Large menu , Now has indoor seating

Cons: Specials and desserts usually while supplies last, Salty fries , Limited hours

NancyJohnson-cramer

Points +37

Vegan
09 Nov 2023

The Green Owl Cafe

Consistently flavor for sparkling tasty Awesome sandwiches. Well prepared fresh food with layers of flavor, with take a second look if this fantastic tasting food is really vegan. Very impressed by the chef and kitchen staff. Well done and thank- you.

Pros: Crunch on good bread, Offers of decent sides, Yummy soup

Cons: Need to upgrade envirinment as thrown together a , Dark make light and happier with paint, Dont like dark platicy tables depressin vibe

RaeMae

Points +191

Vegan
19 Oct 2023

Really, Really Delicious

Really, really delicious food! I appreciate this place offering vegan meats that are not commercially made. I loved my Madison Philly with a side of chili (with vegan cheeze, sour cream and green onions). The wings were so good! They had a texture I wasn't expecting; I totally recommend them! My husband had the "Steak" sandwich and absolutely loved it. He was full from the wings but could not stop eating that sandwich, haha! We will be coming back to Madison JUST to come here.

Pros: Vegan deliciousness , Homemade "meat" and cheeze, Dessert options

Cons: Limited hours

happy_banana

Points +1171

Vegan
13 Sep 2023

Great sandwiches, soups & cheesecake!

We enjoyed our sandwiches and our soup, along with a very good cheesecake!

Madisonian

Points +817

Vegan
09 Sep 2023

Awesome vegan dishes

We tried several dishes. The nacho platter with vegan chorizo, avocado, and sour cream was huge and delicious. The mushroom burger and seitan steak bomb sandwich were awesome and portions were huge.

Pros: Lots of great options, Big portions, Friendly staff

rev_mlove

Points +71

Mostly Veg
06 Aug 2023

Delicious comfort food

I went with the intention of getting something healthy but ended up with a fried chicken sandwich (soooo good) and my hubby got the burger. Love the sauces and variety

Pros: Great food, Friendly staff, Lots of variety!

ano

Points +132

Vegan
30 Jul 2023

The Green Owl Cafe

I love green owl, I always get the wings, owl fries, and pesto alfredo. They also have changing weekly specials which are always amazing

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-13

Nikki0911

Points +205

Vegan
21 Jul 2023

A phenomenal find

Discovered this spot in a Facebook group while traveling cross country and wow!!!! First off, the coconut cream pie was the best I’ve ever had, even before going vegan. The Alfredo was amazing, and I don’t even love pasta! My daughter was a big fan of the wings and salad- 100% recommend.

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-21

janabee_

Points +78

Vegan
11 Jun 2023

Delicious!

This place was great! Had the steak bomb and the cheddar broccoli soup as my side and both were fantastic!

HippyBikingChick

Points +292

Vegan
18 May 2023

Delicious lunch outside

The menu is jam packed with option!don’t forget to check their daily and weekly specials, too.

We will be back!

Davesw

Points +3240

Vegan
07 May 2023

Great cafe!

We made a special stop here on a long drive, and it was worth the detour! A menu with lots of options, and anything can be made vegan. House made walnut chorizo was excellent!

veggie_htx

Points +2082

Vegan
16 Apr 2023

Loved -- maybe the best housemade seitan I've had

I tried the Philly cheesesteak and pesto alfredo. The sandwich was so, so, so good. It's really great quality, obviously homemade with a lot of love. Portions are good and filling!

Kin547

Points +32

Vegan
02 Apr 2023

A Can’t Miss

Try the buffalo chicken wrap or dry rub wings. You won’t regret it.

Switchy_Jack

Points +64

Non Veg
23 Mar 2023

Yum!

Owl fries are like nachos, but with fries instead of chips.

Pros: Large menu of vegan food. , Option to add dairy cheese or vegan cheese.

Stephcounselor

Points +592

Vegan
23 Mar 2023

A have to if you’re in Madison

During COVID when I was in college, this was go to delivery/ take out place. I love their seitan. It’s better than anything you can buy at the grocery store. They chikk’n will make you think it’s the real thing. But their kale chips, omg. Even my meat loving sons will eat them. If you’re in Madison, Wi this is the vegan destination for you. They just upgraded the restaurant with indoor seating. It’s small, but has an amazing aesthetic.

izzyvegan

Points +165

Vegan
24 Feb 2023

Lots of delicious vegan items

I've ordered from Green Owl a few times and have had great food every time. They have so much variety, and the vegan items (most items are vegan, but some are veggie) are clearly labelled.

Cons: Not great value for money, Slow service

PlantStrongMD

Points +24

Vegan
11 Feb 2023

Tasty

Tasty

CyclingBean

Points +84

Vegan
07 Jan 2023

My favorite lunch option in Madison

Nice little Cafe with a big choice of vegan options and friendly staff. Loved to sit outside at noon, watching the traffic rushing by while enjoying the delicious meals.

Jillybeanz

Points +142

Vegan
27 Nov 2022

Yum!

All the textures of the food were spot on! Crunchy salad and crispy chik'un sandwich!

Pros: Outdoor Seating, Kind Workers, Good Food

Cons: Parking a little difficult

sundesunday

Points +11

Mostly Veg
22 Aug 2022

Amazing!!

I don’t know that there’s another place in this country with such a perfect match of delicious vegan food and drinks. Definitely the hilight of my trip to Madison!

Pros: Lots of Vegan options, Gluten free options, Delicious beverages

Literally_a_Goose

Points +56

Vegan
19 Aug 2022

Best vegan spot in town

I’ve never had a bad meal here. I’ve brought many non-veg friends and family and absolutely everyone has been happy with their food.

Pros: Everything is or can be vegan, Delicious and creative menu , Weekly specials

aubreyj27

Points +1373

Vegan
17 Aug 2022

good options&service

the service is solid here!
i ordered the house-made patty with cashew cheez and mushrooms. the buns are really good, and although the cashew cheez wasn’t exactly like “cheese,” i found the texture and flavor to be quite enjoyable ! i really enjoyed the patty as i love to try different house veggie patties, and overall, it was a solid burger.
the dressing that came with the side salad was also pretty tasty.
i would recommend checking this place out as it has some pretty solid menu options that i’d be interested in trying more of. all menu items are vegan unless you choose to add cheese to a dish rather than the standard cashew cheez

Pros: fast/moderate service, very fresh food, menu is vegan unless requested otherwise

111artsgallery

Points +1045

Vegan
13 Aug 2022

All vegan

But have choice to add dairy ! What a unique place ! Everything delisciois fries burgers outdoor sitting

Pros: All vegan , Fairly priced , Great drinks

vhotch

Points +20

Vegan
07 Aug 2022

Best vegan food I’ve ever had!

The owl fries and Madison Philly sandwich are incredible!! The seitan was the best I’ve ever had! So so so good!!

frenchfries4life

Points +734

Vegan
23 Jul 2022

Veg in Madison

Everything is vegan unless you request the dairy cheese etc. Classic vegan options.

Cons: Outdoor seating only as of July 2022




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