About Big Spot
Big Spot is a late-night vegan & plant-based spot in Minneapolis, MN, with a welcoming feel and counter-service seating with reclaimed wood tables. The kitchen leans into vegan & plant-based done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Beyond Burger, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Cauliflower Wings, Buddha Bowl, Vegan Mac, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find downtown commuters grabbing a hot lunch, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours frozen margaritas, agua frescas, and a short list of cocktails. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are clearly marked on the menu. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, you can text ahead to skip the line during the lunch rush. It's the kind of spot you find yourself recommending to friends within an hour of leaving. Whether you're new to Minneapolis or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable vegan & plant-based fix, Big Spot earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Big Spot. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.3 out of 5 across 259 reviews.
Big Spot has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Beyond Burger but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Great vegan & plant-based option for the area. The Buddha Bowl was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Solid spot. The Jackfruit Tacos is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Jackfruit Tacos and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Jackfruit Tacos was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
Mixed feelings. The Kale Caesar was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
Location & neighborhood
Big Spot is located at 782 Mulberry Ln in Minneapolis, MN. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.