The Vanguard Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to The Vanguard, a culinary gem nestled in Milwaukee's vibrant culinary scene. Located at 2659 S Kinnickinnic Ave, this eatery redefines the sausage experience with a diverse menu that tantalizes both vegan enthusiasts and traditionalists alike.
- Vegan Offerings: Indulge in the FauxLivia Salazar featuring zesty vegan chorizo paired with tangy pineapple and BBQ sauce, or the Vegan Thai Breaker, a delightful mix of red curry and crunchy textures.
- Signature Dishes: The menu also includes a hearty selection of brats like the Jalapeno Cheddar brat, celebrated for its unique flavors, promising to excite your palate.
- Creative Beverages: Pair your meal with the innovative Vanguard Beermosa or the refreshing Vanguard Mimosa for a perfect brunch vibe.
Each dish reflects a commitment to quality and creativity, making The Vanguard a must-visit for anyone craving memorable flavors and a vibrant atmosphere.
Brunch - Eats
Chicken Biscuits
Fried chicken sausage/buttermilk biscuit/sausage gravy/fried egg
Vanguard Brunch Bodega
(No bun) bacon, pork fried egg velveeta stuffed sausage/fried egg aoli tabasco /cheddar / chive/served over fries
Thee Dirty Brunch Burger
(Sausage beer patty) with fried egg*/ sausage gravy/bacon / lettuce/onion/tomato/velveeta
Vanguard Mimosa
Francois montand brut/oj fuzzy feelings
Vanguard Beermosa
Lakefront riverwest stein/0j
Vanguard Michelada
(Spicy) tecate / sriracha / lime / worcestershire last night's regret served over ice
Brunch - Brunch Cocktails
Brunch - Beverages
Soda
Sprecher
- Root beer
Coffee
Iced Tea
Rishi Hot Tea
Vegan Red Mysterio Torta
(Soy patty / habanero-carrot slaw / roasted poblano sauce / pepitas / potato bun)
Vegan Dirty Burger
(Soy patty / lettuce / tomato / onion / vegan ok sauce / v bacon bits / pickles)
Burgers
Poutine Fries
Buffalo Tofu Poutine
(Tofu / v ranch / v buffalo sauce / fries)
Mushroom Poutine
(Mushroom gravy / roasted garlic / fried basil / fries)
Vegan Chili Fries
(Vegan chili / vegan sour cream / jalapeno / onion)
Vegan Loaded Fries
(V cheese sauce / v bacon bits / v sour cream / chives)
Burnt Ginger Tofu
(Fried tofu / ginger glaze / lime / roasted garlic)
Beer Braised Brussel Sprouts
(Mustard vinaigrette / candied walnuts)
Sawft Salted Pretzel
(Jumbo salted pretzel / vegan cheese sauce)
Sides
Drinks - Draft Cocktails
Vanguard Old Fashioned
Christian brothers brandy / gran gala / luxardo maraschino / angostura old fashioned bitters / citrus zest
Bourbon Sour Old Fashioned
Wild turkey 101 bourbon / housemade sour/ old fashioned cherry orange bitters/citrus
Vanguard Manhattan
Evan williams black / punt e mes/angostura cherry bitters / lemon zest
Sharing Is Caring
Enjoy any draft cocktail in a half liter carafe.
Bell's Seasonal Handle
Kalamazoo, mi
Central Waters Nitro Mudpuppy Porter
Porter/amherst, wi / 5.5% abv
Monk's Cafe Flemish Sour Ale
Sour ale/belgium/7.0% abv
Deschutes Fresh Squeezed Ipa
American ipa/bend, or / 6.4% abv
Enlightened Cream City Brix
Cream ale/milwaukee, wi / 6.0%
Lakefront Riverwest Stein
Amber lager/milwaukee, wi / 5.6% abv
Spaten German Lager
Mug munich helles lager / spaten-franziskaner-brau, germany / 5.2% abv
Third Space Upward Spiral
India pale ale / milwaukee, wi / 6.5% abv
Sierra Nevada Wild Little Thing
Slightly sour ale / chico, ca / 5.5% abv
Three Floyds Zombie Dust
Pale ale / munster, in/6.5% abv
Fruit Beer
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Tart
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Sour Rotating Handle
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Vanguard Rotating Handle
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Drinks - Draft Beer
Drinks - Bottles & Cans
Domestic
International
High Note Malbec
Next Red Blend
Drumheller Cabernet
Drinks - Wine - Red
Drinks - Wine - White
Tarima Blanco
Madfish Sauvignon Blanc
Mon Frere Chardonnay
Le Paradou Rose
Drinks - Wine - Rose
Drinks - Wine - Sparkling
Simonet Blanc De Blancs
Sprecher Root Beer
Gatorade Fruit Punch
Iced Tea
Anodyne Coffee
Red Bull
Sugar Free
Gosling's Ginger Beer
Drinks - Other Beverages
Sausages
Tijuana Vegan Chorizo
(Vegan chorizo / vegan sour cream / chipotle relish/jalapeno)
Faux-Livia Salazar
(Vegan chorizo / pineapple / bbq sauce / basil)
Bellomo V.2
(Vegan italian / walnut pesto / vinegar pepper mix / fried basil)
Coconut Currywurst
(Vegan red curry sausage atop fries / coconut curry / cauliflower/raisins / chili paste/chives)
Vegan Thai Breaker
(Vegan red curry / peanut sauce/lettuce / carrots / crunchy bits)
Vegan Chili Cheese Dog
(Vegan chorizo / v chili / v cheese sauce / onion / jalapeno)
Watson
(Vegan italian / v cheese sauce / peppers / mushrooms)
Vegan Hoo Kee Phed
(Vegan red curry sausage / green papaya salad / sweet potato puree / chili)