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 Wed-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm, Sun 11:00am-8:00pm. Closed Mon-Tue.
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1970 Atwood Ave (at Winnebago St), Madison, Wisconsin, USA, 53704
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Last update on 12 Sep 2024 by saudade
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125 Reviews
First Review by Boomer
LunaMaya9
Points +96
Tried one last time - Edit
I have been here or ordered to-go about half a dozen times over the years and have always felt it was over-priced and not that good. I went there one last time with a friend recently and it was the same story except with slightly subpar service (slow, grudgingly helpful). The nachos were alright but the toppings weren’t really loaded. I asked specifically for a sweet drink and it was anything but- asked them to add to it and it tasted about the same. Disappointing for a $12 drink. Nothing on the table was exciting. The bill was large.
Read morePros: Local, Mostly vegan
Cons: Food was mostly boring, Service rough around the edges
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MichelleVL
Points +15
Delicious! - Edit
Our meals were awesome. We had the mushroom burger and the new bowl. Super flavorful! Definitely will go again as we travel through Madison.
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VeganPhishPhan
Points +310
I'll Be Back - Edit
The food was insanely good.
Read moreI got the Turkee Club, which was the Sandwich of the Week. It was HUGE - 3 pieces of bread...Big Mac style. I got chili as my side, and it was probably the best vegan chili I've ever had. My wife got the Steakbomb, which she really liked. She said she would 100% order it again. The portion:price ratio was very reasonable as well.
We're definitely looking forward to coming back here multiple times and trying more things off the menu.
Pros: Delicious, Good portions
Cons: Very limited seating, Parking
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Brycew
Points +1338
Nice fast vegan food - Edit
This place prides itself on elaborate food with house-made ingredients. I had a conversation with one person who makes all the syrups for their coffee drinks and I have to say their seasonal gingerbread cold-brew is life changing.
Read morePros: Friendly, Delicious , Homemade
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OskarHenriksson
Points +532
Homely vegan food! - Edit
Great place with tast vegan friendly takes on American classics like burgerd, steak sandwiches and mac n cheese. Their cashew cheese sauce and tempeh bacon are some favorites.
Read moreAll dishes are vegan by default (but one can add dairy).
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jjdini
Points +90
Madison Philly sandwich is the best! - Edit
I got the Madison Steak sandwich; is amazing with great flavor. Loved the kale chips too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-09-21
Pros: Service, Price, Menu
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Mirandawing6
Points +120
AMAZING - Edit
Their food is absolutely delicious! Pricing is reasonable and good size portions. Casual restaurant and atmosphere. 5 star food!! Chose this restaurant while driving back home from vacation and VERY pleased. Got the crunch wrap burger and mushroom burger. My hubby and I frequent vegan restaurants and hands down some of the best vegan burgers we have ever had
Read morePros: Delicious , Casual , Reasonable pricing
Cons: Street parking
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JoelDehlin
Points +98
Really tasty - Edit
Not many non-junk-food vegan places in Madison. Green Owl is a hidden gem! Loved the special of the day (cauliflower sandwich) and the soup (curry squash). Will be back for sure.
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HeatherSmithies
Points +467
❤️ - Edit
This place is amazing. On vacation, my non vegan family loved this restaurant. I love how many choices. The outside seating is great. We loved everything we tried.
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bb.$hark
Points +1751
Quick to run out of donuts lol - Edit
Cute place in Madison- stopped here and ordered the loaded fries and nachos. The loaded fries were amazing, like amazing amazing. But I didn’t care for the nachos as much. I think it was the tortilla chips they used- not a fan. And the guy in front of me in line grabbed the last two chocolate donuts- so I’ll have to come back to try those and more of the menu
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JennKub
Points +1174
Very good - amazing cookies - Edit
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.
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ohgeorgia
Points +871
We love Green Owl! - Edit
My non-vegan partner and I always stop in when in town - he even eats the vegan cheese! Omni-approved!
Read moreMy 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
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Samantha18
Points +475
Always a reliable option! - Edit
This is one of the only all-vegan restaurants in the Madison area and is always a reliable option for us.
Read moreWe 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
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NancyJohnson-cramer
Points +37
The Green Owl Cafe - Edit
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.
Read morePros: 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
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RaeMae
Points +259
Really, Really Delicious - Edit
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.
Read morePros: Vegan deliciousness , Homemade "meat" and cheeze, Dessert options
Cons: Limited hours
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happy_banana
Points +1733
Great sandwiches, soups & cheesecake! - Edit
We enjoyed our sandwiches and our soup, along with a very good cheesecake!
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Madisonian
Points +1177
Awesome vegan dishes - Edit
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.
Read morePros: Lots of great options, Big portions, Friendly staff
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rev_mlove
Points +75
Delicious comfort food - Edit
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
Read morePros: Great food, Friendly staff, Lots of variety!
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ano
Points +152
The Green Owl Cafe - Edit
I love green owl, I always get the wings, owl fries, and pesto alfredo. They also have changing weekly specials which are always amazing
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-13
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janabee_
Points +113
Delicious! - Edit
This place was great! Had the steak bomb and the cheddar broccoli soup as my side and both were fantastic!
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HippyBikingChick
Points +334
Delicious lunch outside - Edit
The menu is jam packed with option!don’t forget to check their daily and weekly specials, too.
Read moreWe will be back!
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Davesw
Points +4157
Great cafe! - Edit
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!
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veggie_htx
Points +2089
Loved -- maybe the best housemade seitan I've had - Edit
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!
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Kin547
Points +32
A Can’t Miss - Edit
Try the buffalo chicken wrap or dry rub wings. You won’t regret it.
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Switchy_Jack
Points +68
Yum! - Edit
Owl fries are like nachos, but with fries instead of chips.
Read morePros: Large menu of vegan food. , Option to add dairy cheese or vegan cheese.
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Stephcounselor
Points +754
A have to if you’re in Madison - Edit
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.
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izzyfrances
Points +310
Lots of delicious vegan items - Edit
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.
Read moreCons: Not great value for money, Slow service
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