Stillwater, Minnesota, is known for being a charming, historic river town and surprisingly has great vegan options for travelers. If you’re here for a weekend getaway or a day trip from the Twin Cities, this vegan guide for Stillwater, MN, will help you find the vegan-friendly options.

Visiting a cute, river town like Stillwater, MN, is even more fun when there’s a great food scene. Stillwater often lands on lists of the best small towns in America. One visit and you’ll see why!

Discover Stillwater invited us to explore this charming river town. This post contains our honest thoughts and top picks from the trip. Read our full disclaimer policy here.

Our Vegan Guide for Stillwater, MN

We’ve curated some vegan-friendly restaurants in Stillwater, MN, based on places we have eaten and recommend. Please read to the bottom for additional vegan options we didn’t have time for during our visit.

Scroll to the bottom for an interactive map of all the places mentioned in this guide while in Stillwater, MN. 

Where to Find Vegan-Friendly Food in Stillwater, MN

You & Me Cafe

826  4th St. South, Stillwater, MN  55082 menu

This adorable cafe is located in the South Hill neighborhood, just a few blocks from downtown. Street parking is available. 

The coffee menu offers alternative milk options (free during our visit).

Vegan options are clearly marked in both breakfast and lunch options. 

We suggest the harvest bowl. It was a nice portion and a great way to start the day. 

Sara’s Bake Shop

823 4th St. South, Stillwater, MN  55082 website

Directly across the street from You & Me Cafe is the cutest little yellow house where Sara’s Bakeshop lives. 

You’ve possibly heard of Sara’s Tipsy Pies, which are famous at the Minnesota State Fair. You can purchase them here year-round!

They have one vegan option, an Irish Apple Hand Pie, which comes frozen. If you request it, they will bake it for you; it takes 20 minutes. 

They also had vegan brownies for sale. They were delicious. We brought them back to our hotel and ate them as a treat later. 

Mon Petite Cheri

310 S. Main St, Stillwater, MN  55082 website

We stopped here, hoping they offered any vegan baked goods. 

They do not. However, the waitress was on top of things and suggested we might like to try the side dish we didn’t even see listed on their menu. 

She called it a veggie hash, and it was made of zucchini, carrots, and lentils. It was so good and we appreciated a very healthy start to our day. It was such a pleasant surprise. 

Kudos to this same staff member who offered to make our Chai Tea Latte by hand because the mix they use contains dairy. This was just above and beyond excellent service. It was delicious. 

The five-star service combined with this adorable vibe made this a really great experience, even though we didn’t get a vegan French bakery item. 

They do offer steel-cut oatmeal for breakfast. It’s not marked vegan, so be sure to inquire if you order it. The lunch menu also includes avocado toast, which looks interesting. 

Tilted Tiki Tropical Bar & Restaurant

324 S. Main St, Stillwater, MN  55082 menu

Tilted Tiki definitely has a vibe. Come here for food, a fun tropical drink, and live music on the weekends.

Vegan items are clearly marked on the menu, and the menu often rotates its vegan options.

We ordered the Lotus Burger and Pulled Pork Sandwich, which was subbed with Jackfruit. It was really good. 

The Wild Hare

218 Main St. North, Stillwater, MN  55082 menu

You can order healing tonics or juices to start, mocktails, and cocktails. 

The menu is clearly marked with vegan options in every menu category. The food is delicious. 

We love to sit on the patio and people-watch while we eat. 

They are also opening a second location in Blaine, MN. It will be nice to have vegan options in the northern metro area. 

MN Nice Cream

308 Chestnut St E, Stillwater, MN  55082 menu

During our visit, they had vegan strawberry ice cream. I’m not sure if the flavors rotate. You can choose up to three toppings; the vegan toppings are clearly marked!

They also serve coffee and have oat milk for an upcharge.

River Market Co-Op

221 Main St. N, Stillwater, MN  website

This is an excellent co-op where you could grocery shop before you leave town. 

We found so many vegan options, including plant-based cheeses, paired with some locally grown seasonal fruit, and you’d have a perfect picnic by the St. Croix River, which we could bring to River Siren Brewery just a few doors down or Lift Bridge Brewery. 

They also have a hot bar with a rotating menu. Check it out during your visit for a vegan meal option. 

Pro-Tip: They have reserved parking on the back side of the store. 

More Vegan-Friendly Options in Stillwater, MN

Next time we visit Stillwater, we want to hit these vegan-friendly spots we didn’t have time for. 

Brick & Bourbon

215 S Main St, Stillwater, MN  55082 website

There don’t appear to be many options. However, this looked like a popular spot, so if you go there with friends, according to their menu, you’ll at least have a vegan burger option and some salads.

Lolo

233 S Main St, Stillwater, MN  55082 website

Vegan options are not indicated on the menu, but there are some possibilities in the sticky rice bowl section. Verify with your server.

Victoriano’s New York Style Pizza

402 Main St. N, Stillwater, MN  55082  menu

We were really in the mood for pizza, but the timing of our visit was wrong. They have clearly marked vegan pizza options.

Tips for Dining in Stillwater

Parking can be tight in season. If you stay overnight, use side streets or walk from your hotel. 

Downtown is very walkable, flat, and just a few blocks long,  so park and walk as you peruse this popular destination. 

Related: Duluth Vegan Guide

Stillwater, MN Vegan Food Map

Use this interactive map to find all the best vegan-friendly options in Stillwater, as mentioned in this guide. 

This will be handy for a day trip or weekend as a self-guided vegan food tour of Stillwater.

Final Thoughts: Vegan Options in Stillwater, MN

We hope this guide helps you discover how easy it is to find vegan options in Stillwater, MN.  Did we miss anything? Let us know in the comments. 

Stillwater, MN, is known for its scenic river views, shopping, and a charming downtown. It’s also a bit of a foodie town, with plenty of vegan options!

Whether planning a day trip to Stillwater or a long weekend, you’ll find vegan options from baked goods to ice cream. If you visit the local breweries, you can bring your food. 

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