“Have been here multiple times and it has been amazing every time, it is 100% my favorite restaurant. The food is amazing, and the atmosphere of the restaurant is stunning. Consistently have great service and amazing servers. Will visit every chance I get while in the city. :)“
“HandleBar exceeded our expectations! Amazing food, exceptional service, and a wide variety of options for vegetarians and vegans. Don't miss the black bean tostadas, fried avocado grilled cheese, and Pie, Pie My Darling Cake. The Lavender Rosemary Latte is a must-try. Overall, HandleBar is the perfect place for those seeking amazing vegetarian and vegan cuisine.“
“Penelope's Vegan Taqueria Andersonville hits the spot! Honestly, this is probably the best vegan Mexican restaurant I’ve ever been to. The portions are a nice size with many great menu options. The staff are very friendly and attentive. The food and ambiance are great. The Chunky Quesa Taco (cheddar cheese quesadillas taco topped with asada, onion, cilantro, lettuce, tomato and green salsa) is a must try! Overall, if you visit, you will not regret it!“
“We loved the vegan ice cream sundaes and milkshakes. My family has allergies to milk and reactions to gluten and we were safe with our choices. The service is polite, relaxed, and fast. If you have the chance, try the Godzilla sundae; the toasted marshmallows are genius!Dietary restrictions: All vegan! Gluten-free with caveatsKid-friendliness: It's fun, cute, ice cream treats!“
“5 stars for this gem of place in Chi-town ! Not only was the service amazing, but the juices and bites to eat were the best plant based and vegan food I have ever had. My favorite was the matcha donut. It was so yummy I couldn’t believe it was made with no sugar! I left feeling fueled and inspired to continue on my plant based journey. Sundrip is a must try for all! You won’t regret it. <3“
“I wish I had a picture, but I ate the donuts too fast... LOL. The past few weeks, I have purchased these not only for my husband and I, but also have taken them to my sister and brother's place as a little pick me up. Neither of them believed the donuts were vegan. They were so happy with the treat I brought them, definitely my new go-to when bringing something sweet to someone's home. We have tried the chocolate and regular glazed, Oreo, apple fritter, coffee cake, and Boston crème. All fab and I cannot wait to try the others!“
“Penelope's Vegan Taqueria Andersonville hits the spot! Honestly, this is probably the best vegan Mexican restaurant I’ve ever been to. The portions are a nice size with many great menu options. The staff are very friendly and attentive. The food and ambiance are great. The Chunky Quesa Taco (cheddar cheese quesadillas taco topped with asada, onion, cilantro, lettuce, tomato and green salsa) is a must try! Overall, if you visit, you will not regret it!“
“Panaderia paradise is what this place is. If I weren't so happy with them, I would be angry that they've set the bar for panaderías so high that now I would pass on ones that are closer to me just to make the trip here. For me this really is worth going out of my way for. My go to has been rebanada de mantequilla, buñuelos and of course churros, exceptionally good churros. How good? Well, I had one cold the next day and it was still crispy and delicious, so I can only imagine how good it would be to get this fresh at the bakery, or if I were less lazy and gluttonous and heated it back up in the oven myself. The place itself is very clean and everyone working there was quite friendly and polite. Not surprisingly it gets a little bit busy in this small place, but it is worth it to sample the dizzying array of baked goods here. Fantastic panaderia and I am both happy and sad they are not right next door to me, because if they were, I would be here all the time.“
“Logan Vegan easily has the best vegan Ice Cream I've ever had, and the owner John makes it himself which I find even cooler.It's coconut based, but doesn't taste coconutty at all. The taste and texture is just like normal ice cream. I'm lactose intolerant and used to just take a bunch of lactaids when I go to Jeni's ice cream but now I just go to Logan Vegan and I'm good - haven't been back to Jeni's in months. My personal favorites are the mint chip and cookies & cream.“
“10 stars?? This place is incredible. The staff are so amazing. The treats are incredible. We missed the cinnamon rolls by about an hour, so we are going to have to go back for those. But everything is gluten free, vegan, and no refined sugars. And you won't miss any of it! The bars are incredible. Each has their own unique flavor and they are totally reasonably priced for what you get. We will definitely be going back. FYI they also ship if you're not local!“
“DELICIOSO!!!!!?Ordered the pork tamale dinner with red mole sauce and the chicken tamale with green mole sauce.The pork was a lot more tender than the chicken and it also had more flavor. Both tamales were great but we preferred the pork.The red Mole sauce has a very deep rich smokey like flavor and just a subtle sweetness to it not sweet at all really, very subtle.The green mole sauce is definitely a little bit more bright and citrusy in flavor probably from the tomatillos and it was delicious and our favorite of the two.Will definitely be coming back for the pork tamales with the green mole sauce.For just the tamale with sauce is 8 bucks but if you get the dinner for $12 you get rice and beans. Great portion! Have no pictures to share because we devoured it right away. ?We also tried their kale aqua fresca, and it tasted more like a fresh green apple refresher! Still refreshing.Customer service was friendly, place was clean and inviting.Hard to find parking along Halsted but we were able to snag a spot right in front on a Sunday afternoon.Will be returning and highly recommend!“
“This may be my new favourite restaurant in Chicagoland — an opinion shared by my family.We enjoyed stellar food. Even by non-vegetarian standards.The Tom Kha soup and spicy eggplant (which also tastes great mild) are fantastic. The curry we tried was also very good. The soy “chicken” has excellent texture and flavour, whether soft or battered.One plate per person is a reasonable serving size.Dietary restrictions: Vegan“
“As a vegan myself, this place has the best vegan tacos I've ever had! Service was very quick too without sacrificing quality, in addition feels "light" in a good way without all the heavy grease and salt. It's hard finding vegan restaurants with large vegan menu options, including desserts like cake and brownie dessserts that taste so good like "regular" cake/brownies, so this place has it all! Also love how close this restaurant is walking distance to my home, so I'll definitely be a repeat customer!“
“I have been to Pantera Superfoods on multiple occasions for smoothie bowls. Their bowls are delicious and the owner is so kind. I am so excited to have this place in Edgebrook. I used to drive to Bucktown for smoothie bowls. Great option on the NW side for a healthy lunch.“
“Wish we had this in DC! Hit me up if you want an investor! :-)On business travel and it's always hard to find healthy, convenient food choices. Came here because of the reviews and I have to say, that was one of the best veg bowls I've had, period. I topped it off with the turkey meatballs which were awesome! I also did the tahini and green goddess dressing which was delish! One recommendation, I would have ordered the salmon but it looked dry and like it had been sitting there getting too much air. I would cover it preferably with a clear glass lid. The turkey meatballs were covered and sitting in some broth which kept them fresher. I was there right at closing, which accounts for the lonely salmon. I will be back this week and then some. The roasted beets & carrots were also off the hook BTW.Dietary restrictions: They were very attentive about dietary restrictions.Kid-friendliness: Clean, pretty and spacious location.“
“Ate there for the first time tonight. I am vegan and my husband is an Omni. Chef Bill came out and waited on us personally, and gave us menu recommendations, all of which were delicious! The ambiance was so relaxing and peaceful; it was a nice respite from a busy day and I didn’t want to leave. Reasonably priced as well: shared appetizer, two teas, two entrees, and two desserts was $60. Will definitely be back for many more dinners!“
“Best breakfast ever! Stopped here for a quick breakfast and got a vegan strawberry banana smoothie along with a big pack of empanadas! It was all so delicious, and I will be back when traveling! I couldn't recommend this place enough. My favorite was definitely the margherita empanada. I will say that this place has honey in some of their smoothies, but clearly labels it.“
“I enjoy elephant + vine! I was really impressed by the plant-based burger and the cauliflower wings. The dairy free shamrock shake was interesting. It tasted good but had a bit of an odd aftertaste, but it is a great option for anyone with dietary restrictions.I found it to be a little bit expensive for the portion sizes provided; however, it makes sense, given it is in Lincoln Park and is entirely plant-based.I also like the plants at the entrance.“
“Entering the establishment the smells are so over powering i loved it, I was welcomed by Steven. Such a nice person very helpful as well. Gave me a sample of some cookie dough, was over all very helpful, i was surprised to find out that they were dairy free and vegetarian but tasted amazing regardless. Would definitely go back and try more options.Vegetarian options: For not being a vegetarian i highly enjoyed the rolls but don’t forget to purchase a drink.“
“OMG! I have missed good take out since going vegan, and this place blew my mind! They had all the classic Chinese rake out dishes. Everything I got tasted exactly like what I remember prior to being vegan. I got sweet and sour chicken, vegan salt & pepper shrimp, wonton soup, and bean paste dessert rice balls. Everything was heavenly and wish I had stuff like this where I lived. I will definitely be back when I'm in the Chicago area again! Heck, I'd travel just for this food! I love that it's located in Chinatown too, which is a very cool area! The menu labeled what wasn't vegan/had egg & dairy.“
“We order fried mushrooms, falafel, and bbq cauliflower for starters. We ordered tacos, jerk tofu bowl, sloppy joe, and falafel burger. Everything was well seasoned and balanced. Generous portions. Amazing flavors and great quality. Nice ambiance, helpful staff, amazing cook and owner. Best of all? Completely kind to all Earthlings <3We will be back!“
“Excellent overall food, healthy and tasty. Gerard was an outstanding waiter, friendly, knowledgeable, and patient.I have gluten and dairy allergies, True Food Kitchen has so many options.I highly recommend this restaurant.Dietary restrictions: I have gluten and dairy allergies, True Food Kitchen has so many options.“
“The vegan donuts were amazing. My 10 year old son, who has a dairy and egg allergy, was able to experience a donut for the first time! The staff was very friendly and the old school arcade games were an added bonus. We'll be back on our next trip to Chicago!“
“Cute spot for lunch. I got the curry bowl and the bbq meat substitute was VERY. GOOD. I could eat that every day honestly. Other people in our group got the wrap and burger but I was kind of disappointed that the “fries” the burger comes with is literally just veggie straw chips lol…The smoothies are also very good, not too sweet and refreshing.Service was very slow as there’s just 1 guy working there making everything, but I don’t blame him.Overall cute spot, just confused why the fries are veggies straws…“
“As someone who constantly seeks out innovative and health-conscious food options, I was thrilled to stumble upon this unique vegan hot muffin that intriguingly resembles an empanada. The quality of ingredients is top-notch. You can tell that each component has been chosen with care and consideration for both flavor and health benefits. The muffin is free from artificial additives, reinforcing its commitment to natural, wholesome nutrition. When it comes to price, this vegan hot muffin hits the sweet spot. It's affordable enough to be a regular part of your diet without feeling like a splurge, yet the quality and taste make it feel like a treat. This balance of cost and quality is not easily found in the market, especially for vegan options that are often priced at a premium.“
“Our experience was beyond delightful! We’ve been here for the first time today for dinner, was received by a very polite and friendly staff who made our experience even better.She guided us through the menu and helped us pick the right items off it as per our taste preference. They were all very friendly and helpful.The food was 4/5 and the service deserves a 5.“
“We ordered take out for the first time and it truly is out of this world! We were able to try *so* many dishes without spending an arm and a leg. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. We are immediate fans and cannot wait to make this part of our list of regulars! THANK YOU!!!!“
“You must try the vegan pizza. The worst part of becoming vegan was giving up cheese. I've tried vegan pizza at many places and did not like any of them until trying the vegan pizza at Soul Veg City. They also sale it by the slice. My favorite slices are the veggie, the plain cheese and the jalapeño and olive.“
“This afternoon I wanted to try some Vegan food. I've tasted Vegan food before, but that was before my Vegan/Vegetarian journey. Today I got the Jerk Jack Taco dinner for me and my husband and the Vegan mac and cheese and it was so good. I just wish they delivered to Maywood. It looks like I'll be traveling to get my Vegan food.“
“I went to Protein Bar & Kitchen yesterday for my first time and really enjoyed it. I got the Carnitas bowl without meat and it was very tasty! It honestly reminded me of a healthier Chipotle. I highly recommend Protein Bar & Kitchen for a quick lunch and will definitely be back!“
“I was amazed by the vegan selections available. The 290 Burger was very well seasoned had a nice spicy kick. The vegan cheese used is very rich and creamy, it was so delicious. I appreciate also the community resources available in her restaurant.Overall, tasty and well seasoned vegan food that I can tell was made with love.Vegetarian options: 100% vegan dinerKid-friendliness: Coloring books and games available for all“
“This is one of my favorite places for lunch when I got into the office. I visit the store at least 1x per week. The food is always very fresh and the service is great!! The store is very popular.I want to give a BIG shout out to Yaritea Perez!! She went above and beyond for me today!! I greatly appreciate your kindness and help!! I will see you again next week!! THANK YOU!!If you haven't been here, give this restaurant a try!!“
“My favorite healthy eating spot. Most other places have tons of hidden sugar and an enormous amounts of carbs. Washington & wells is the best protein bar! The staff here is the awesome. Joan makes my husband and I smile every morning - she seriously has the best personality. Chris always has our breakfast ready, always has a smile, and the manager Phil is just hysterical. I don't know anyone else's name but everyone in that store is great!“
“My first protein bar meal did not disappoint! I have been wanting to try protein bar for a while so I downloaded the app and was given a free entree promo to try it which was an awesome incentive! I ordered on the app and got the Japanese bbq salmon bowl, and added some kale and tomatoes for some extra veggies. I wasn't sure what to expect from the portion or freshness of the salmon but was actually impressed by the size of the fish and the fullness of the bowl. The dressing on this bowl was fabulous and it was a well balanced and fresh meal. Full price this came out to about $16, so definitely one of their pricier bowls. I'm excited to come back to try more!“
“These cookies are delicious!!! I got the oatmeal raisin and chocolate walnut. Best cookies ever. When I called Imani was very friendly and professional. I did a same day pickup and the cookies were ready on time. I was an hour late to the pickup and the cookies were still warm.Dietary restrictions: I love how she uses coconut sugar and none of her cookies have soy.“
“Keenan was a phenomenal employee. He greeted me upon arrival & was patient while I scoured the menu. He was pleasant & informative with explaining all the options & sauces.Vegetarian options: You build it how u want with 20+ items.Wheelchair accessibility: There is plenty of seating & open space for navigating.“
“Food is consistently delicious, service is always prompt and fast, and staff are professional and wonderful and are empowered to make decisions when there are issues which is very rare. I highly recommend this store. You won't be disappointed.Vegetarian options: Large selection and delicious made with super fresh ingredients.“
“Chef Cheryl is a master at her craft! You will never taste frosting this well balanced and light and fluffy and a smile in every bite! She took on a two cake order with less than a weeks notice and they were a huge hit at my sister’s wedding with almost every guest asking for seconds and demanding to know where they were from! We had the cinnamon cream cheese 12” cake and the raspberry lemon 8”! I’m ordering all my baking needs from Chef Cheryl! Please be sure that you do the same to sweeten your life!“
“Happy I was finally able to try this place! I tried the Baykin sandwich, and it was filling. The plain cream cheese lacked flavor. I wouldn't mind trying the flavored one for next time. Other than that, the pickle they gave with it was very crunchy. They have some available tables with seats. Takeout was fast and easy.“
“Lovely little spot for vegan fare. The lattes were delicious, and the mocha in particular was a knockout (though the lavender was a close second). The bagel with “lox” is incredible and I will be making the journey back for it in the near future. The chickpea salad wrap had slightly less of a “wow” factor, but was still quite tasty and came with a side of chips. The vegan treats taste like… well, vegan treats. No surprise there.All in all, I’m very glad this spot is serving up innovative vegan dishes in Lakeview. I’ll find an excuse to come back soon!“
“I purchased a full detox and the results were amazing. There’s some stomach cramping but the end result in weight loss and mental and skin clarity is amazing. My doctor said to keep doing it because he was so impressed by my results in 2 weeks!“
“Ordered takeout. Got the Jungle Noodles, Soy chicken wrap and Sweet Sticky Rice with mango. I’d recommend the Jungle Noodles and sticky rice. Their Jungle noodles are so slurpy and spicy ? Soy chicken wrap was average. More soy meat would make the wrap better.“
“Very good portion size and value with the unlimited BYO salad - the white chicken chili today (Fri 5/26) was also phenomenal to pair with the salad. Excited to visit this place more, as I love Just Salad but this is closer, and most salads from JS are too small to fill me up.“
“Their Italian ice is the best we've tried by far. It's very flavorful, perfect texture and refreshing.So far I've tried strawberry, lemon, grape and lime. All are excellent. I can't wait to try the other flavors.After trying Little Lulu's Ice, I finally understand why people get so excited about Italian ice. This is far superior to others I've tried.“
“The food is definitely very good, you really think you are eating the machetes of the worker colony in Cdmx.1. What takes away points is that there is no option for parking, but it can be corrected by searching nearby streets.2. The cashier should improve her hygiene a little, wear a mask and not wipe her snot in front of the diners.Parking: Search surrounding streets.“
“I don't know how they ended up there but there's always a bunch of soul vegan options at my local bodega. All of them are good, but I'd sell my left foot for a lifetime supply of the Chik'n salad wrap. All offerings are good, but that wrap is amazing.“
“Good quality and healthy options. Good plain chia pudding. Appears hard to find in Chicago. It is a bit of a weird concept though. Can be confusing to have multiple brands doing different type of bowls in one store. My suggestion: keep it simple and put it all under one brand.“
“Visiting Chicago for the first time, I had to find all the vegan options. I ordered a traditional deep dish pizza and the Oreo chocolate cake to go as we were in a rush to also go to a non-vegan pizza place for my husband. Very dark and creepy inside for me but the service was great and I really enjoyed the food! I’ve never had a Chicago deep dish before going vegan so I don’t have much to compare it to. The crust was thick and crunchy and the vegan sausage had a nice spiciness to it. I would have ordered all the desserts if I could! There were Endless options!Dietary restrictions: All vegan options!“
“I had the Mac and cheese balls and the tofu buffalo wrap (with fries)- so good! Don't be fooled, the Mac and cheese balls are big! I realized I was getting full as I was finishing my second one, so I stopped to wait for my wrap. The Mac and cheese balls are perfectly fried and an amazing cheesy taste. Plus they're served with a "ranch"sauce that is delightful. The tofu buffalo wrap was one of the best wraps I've had in a while because it's exactly my style- nothing over the top, just simple ingredients flavored and wrapped to perfection. The Bloody Mary was perfect as well! It's tough to find a vegan Bloody Mary, and this one was exactly the way I like- (again) simple and flavorful. You can get it spicy or not. I'll be back!“
“Bloom has become my favorite place to grab brunch in Wicker Park on Sundays! Stunning atmosphere, incredibly thoughtful, kind, attentive staff, and the food consistently blows me away! This weekend I went with a friend and we shared their Avocado Toast special which was an easy 10/10. Their Caesar Salad is always a must (and a tasty way to sneak in greens with brunch). The star of the show for me is always the Tempeh Ranchero Omelette - it nearly brings me to tears every single time (it's that GREAT)!! It was nearly 70 degrees outside and we sat right in the window with them open and it was glorious. If you're looking for a great spot for a girl's brunch, date night, or foodie spot in Chicago, this is an absolute MUST!“