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The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago

Local listings of delicious fare. Local Listings of Delicious vegetarian Vegetarian Fare Dear Friend,

Finding healthy and delicious vegetarian options has never been easier! Whether it’s to protect animals, our environment, or for our own health, CONTENTS a record number of people are choosing to leave animal products off of their plates. have realized that a growing number of patrons are seeking meatless meals, and they have expanded their menus to Make your next 4-5 incorporate tasty vegan versions of old Why Choose Veg? favorites, as well as fresh new creations. meal one of compassion. 6 Chicago Neighborhoods Map This guide will help you on your 7-36 journey into Chicago’s vegetarian fare. Whether you’re in the mood for Chicago Restaurants a veggie breakfast, a quick , foreign , or a hearty soul 37-39 dinner, it can all be found in these pages. From diners and Other Great Restaurants Around Illinois to upscale establishments, you’re sure to find something 40-41 for everyone. Furthermore, if you can’t find vegetarian options at your Index local restaurant—ask. Restaurants are usually more than willing to 42-43 accommodate, and may someday be listed in these pages. Veg Illinois Making the Transition representatives are also available to help restaurants expand their 44 vegetarian options. Vegan-Friendly Chain Restaurants

For many more listings of vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Chicago and also throughout Illinois, be sure to visit VegIllinois.com. Guide Key Every time we eat, we have the opportunity to choose compassionate and humane vegan options, which leads to sparing animals a lifetime = Meals under $10 per person of suffering, protecting our environment, and improving our health. V = Vegetarian Establishment $ The power each one of us holds to make a difference is astounding. $$ = Meals $10-$20 per person When you sit down to a vegan meal, you are choosing compassion over $$$ = Meals over $20 per person cruelty and making a difference with every bite.

Fine Print For the animals, The goal of this booklet is to make cruelty-free dining easier and more convenient. Establishments listed in this guide are not necessarily endorsed by Mercy For Animals. Establishments listed may change their Your Friends at Mercy For Animals hours, menu items, locations, go out of business, etc. Although we present the most accurate and up-to-date information available to us, it is a good idea to call establishments before visiting them to ensure that the listed information is current. 2 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 3 Why Most pigs raised for food never see sunshine, lie in hay, or play in the mud. Many of these intelligent animals are confined in cages so small Choose Veg? that they cannot even turn around. According to The Washington Post, at the slaughterhouse, “Hogs…are dunked in tanks of hot water after For the Animals they are stunnetd . . . botched stunning condemns some hogs to being Choosing to is the best way to prevent animal suffering. Life on scalded and drowned alive.” the farm isn’t what it used to be. The green pastures and idyllic barnyard scenes portrayed in children’s books have largely been replaced by an Animals on factory farms are denied even the most basic considerations industrial system of agriculture. Animals used for , dairy, and eggs for their well-being and suffer horrible lives and painful deaths. Choos- spend their entire lives in filthy, windowless metal sheds and ing to adopt a vegan diet is a powerful way to oppose cruelty to animals. wire cages, enduring intensive confinement inside factory farms. Animals are treated as nothing more than commodi- ties, which results in an enormous amount of suffering. Learn more at Chickens raised for meat are genetically manipulated to grow so large, so quickly, that many experience crippling leg disorders, as well as respiratory conditions, abscesses ChooseVeg.com and infections from living in crowded and unsanitary condi- tions. Animals on factory farms are commonly denied even the most basic veterinary care. For Your Health Becoming vegan doesnt just save the lives of countless Egg-laying hens are crammed into tiny cages where they're animals, but could also save your own life. According to the American given less than half a square foot of living space--not even Dietetic Association, vegetarians and vegans have been reported to enough room to stretch a single wing. Male chicks, who have: are useless to the egg industry, are killed at birth, often by being thrown alive into grinders. After a miserable exis- lower rates of death from heart disease • lower blood pressure and blood tence, chickens used for eggs are slaughtered. cholesterol levels • lower body mass indices • lower rates of hypertension • lower rates of type 2 • lower rates of prostate and colon cancer In order to continuously produce high volumes of , dairy cows must be artificially impregnated numerous For the Environment times each year. Their calves are torn from their sides within Going vegan is great for our planet! According to the United Nations' days of birth, causing severe distress to mother and calf. groundbreaking report, Livestock’s Long Shadow, the tens of billions Many of the male calves born as a by-product of the dairy of farmed animals (and the energy used to raise, feed, transport, and industry spend live their lives in dark, cramped veal crates slaughter them) are major contributors to the most serious environmen- until they reach their time of slaughter. Once a dairy cow’s tal problems we see today: milk production declines, she too is slaughtered for meat. global warming and • deforestation • land degradation • Cattle raised for meat spend much of their lives in crowded feedlots desertification • water and air pollution • water shortage • loss of biodiversity and are subjected to the painful mutilations of castration and branding without painkillers. When their time at the factory farm ends, they are Visit ChooseVeg.com for help in switching to a lifestyle free from hauled through all weather extremes to the slaughterhouse. According to animal products. Do it for the animals. Do it for your health. Do it for a slaughterhouse worker, many cattle are slowly dismembered while fully our environment. conscious. “Some would survive as far as the tail cutter, the belly ripper, the hide puller. They die piece by piece.”

4 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 5 Chicago Neighborhoods Map Chicago RESTAURANTS (by neighborhood)

24 Andersonville

20 5 Andie’s Restaurant \\\\ $$ 21 1 5253 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 784-8616 15 www.AndiesRes.com 4 29

11 18 Offers Mediterranean and Greek food with options such as , 33 , curried veggie and Moroccan . Delivery also 25 12 available. 16 2 14 Mon. - Fri. 10:30 a.m. - 12 a.m. / Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

31 7 9 22 Kopi Cafe \\\\ $$ 28 5317 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 989-5674 32 17 30 shop that offers many vegetarian items, from to 19 23 23 , with options such as the burger. Also has multiple 13 1 Andersonville drinks that can be made with , including a mango freeze, and 2 Bucktown 27 3 some vegan . 3 Chinatown 4 Devon Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. 5 Edgewater 6 Englewood Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 a.m. / Sun. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. 7 Gold Coast 8 Greater Grand Crossing 9 Humboldt Park M. Henry \\\\ $$ 10 Hyde Park 5707 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 561-1600 11 Irving Park 10 12 Lakeview www.MHenry.net 13 Lawndale 14 Lincoln Park For breakfast, try the vegan epiphany, a veggie-laden scramble 15 Lincoln Square 6 16 Logan Square featuring organic in place of eggs, and yuba (a bacon-like soy 17 Loop product). For lunch, options include a -glazed . 18 North Center 8 19 North Lawndale Tues. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. / Mon. CLOSED 20 Norwood Park 26 21 O’Hare Airport 22 Old Town Bakery and Pastry \\\\ $ 23 Printer’s Row 24 Rogers Park 1512 W. Foster Ave. Chicago • (773) 561-2224 25 Roscoe Village 26 South Chicago 27 South Lawndale Offers vegan eats to go and options such as the vegan spinach 28 Ukranian Village pies ($1 each). 29 Uptown 30 West Loop 31 Wicker Park Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 32 West Town 33 Wrigleyville

6 VegIllinois.com 7 Zone \\\\ $ Chinatown 5423 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 293-1089 www.NoodleZoneChicago.net Lao Sze Chuan \\\\ $ 2172 S. Archer Ave. Chicago • (312) 326-5040 Dine in, carry out, catering and delivery. Vegetarian dishes include fried www.LaoSzechuan.com tofu, tofu satay, stir-fried tofu with sprouts, garlic mushrooms with pods, and veggie . Make sure to omit fish sauce and eggs. Chinese restaurant that features many vegetarian dishes, including tofu dishes and a vegetarian “chicken” appetizer. Mon. - Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sun. 12 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Mon. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Reza’s \\\\ $$ Spring World Restaurant Inc \\\\ $ • 5255 N. Clark St. Chicago (773) 561-1898 2109 S. China Pl. Chicago • (312) 326-9966 www.RezasRestaurant.com www.SpringWorldRestaurant.com

Persian restaurant with over 20 vegetarian appetizers and platters, in- Chinese restaurant with vegetarian options such as the vegetarian cluding eggplant steak, roasted zucchini and casserole. bird’s nest (yuba stuffed with ) and deep-fried tofu.

Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. Mon. - Sun. 10:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Taste of Lebanon \\\\ $ 1509 W. Foster Ave. Chicago • (773) 334-1600 Devon Ave.

V Middle Eastern eatery with vegetarian and vegan sandwiches, soups, and Annapurna \\\\ $ . Options include the spicy falafel and the foul mudamas. 2608 W. Devon Ave. Chicago • (773) 764-1858

Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED An inexpensive fast food, all-vegetarian Indian restaurant. Mon. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Bucktown V Arya Bhavan \\\\ $ 2508 W. Devon Ave. Chicago • (773) 274-5800 Irazu \\\\ $ www.AryaBhavan.com 1865 N. Milwaukee Ave. (Logan Square) Chicago • (773) 252-5687 www.IrazuChicago.com All-vegetarian Indian restaurant. Many options, including ( cooked with ) and tandoori gobi (marinated cauli- Costa Rican food, including vegetarian with sautéed spinach, flower). Can make almost all menu items vegan upon request. Weekday daily specials, and water-based shakes. lunch buffet and weekend dinner buffet offered. Delivery available.

Mon. - Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED Tues. - Thurs. 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. / Fri. 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 12 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. / Mon. CLOSED

8 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 9 V Jal Hind \\\\ $ Coffee Chicago \\\\ $ 2658 W. Devon Ave. Chicago • (773) 973-3400 5256 N. Broadway St. Chicago • (773) 784-1305

Indian vegetarian restaurant that specializes in quick, inexpensive food. Coffee shop with vegan desserts such as suncakes and packaged vegan . Wed. - Mon. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Tues. CLOSED Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. / Fri. 7 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. V Mysore Woodlands \\\\ $$ Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 2548 W. Devon Ave. Chicago • (773) 338-8160 Ethiopian Diamond \\\\ $$ All-vegetarian Indian restaurant with options such as (thin South 6120 N. Broadway St. Chicago • (773) 338-6100 Indian crispy pancakes stuffed with vegetable fillings). Also has www.EthiopianDiamondCuisine.com and other pancakes, all of which can have the ghee (clarified ) replaced with upon request. Offers vegetarian dishes, such as the Shimbra Assa (a spicy vegetarian dish prepared from ), that are served on top of traditional Mon. - Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. / Fri. - Sun. 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. .

V Udupi Palace \\\\ $ Sun. - Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. 2543 W. Devon Ave. Chicago • (773) 338-2152 www.UdupiPalace.com Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant \\\\ $ 5403 N. Broadway St. Chicago • (773) 878-2352 South Indian vegetarian restaurant with options such as dosas (a thin bread with vegetable fillings and sauce). Ghee (clarified butter) can be Offers several vegetarian and vegan dishes such as misir wat (red ), substituted with vegetable oil upon request. yeater kik (yellow split ), and the vegetarian combo plate.

Mon. - Sun. 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. 1 p.m. - 10 p.m. Edgewater Ras Dashen \\\\ $$ 5846 N. Broadway St. Chicago • (773) 506-9601 V Alice and Friends Vegetarian Café \\\\ $ 5812 N. Broadway Ave. Chicago • (773) 275-8797 www.RasDashenChicago.com www.AliceandFriends.com Ethiopian cuisine with many vegetarian options. Also serves injera bread Offers a variety of mock meat dishes and vegan desserts. Options include (sourdough flatbread used to wrap items) and specializes in Ethiopian the Japanese don ka su and almond un-chicken. “comfort food.”

Mon. - Fri. 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Sat. 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED Mon. - Sun. 12 p.m. - 11 p.m.

10 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 11 Uncommon Ground \\\\ $ 1401 W. Devon Ave. Chicago • (773) 465-9801 Foodlife \\\\ $ www.UncommonGround.com 835 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago (located inside WaterTower Place) (312) 335-9580 • www.FoodLifeChicago.com Coffeehouse with a hearty café menu, including lots of vegetarian salads, vegan chili (hold the ) and on their winter menu, curried Foodlife is a food court with 13 eateries offering Italian, Mexican, vegetable pot pie. Asian, and American . Check out the following eateries and their vegan options: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. (Friday bar is open until 2 a.m.) Stir Fry Heaven (vegetable and tofu stir-fry with vegan mushroom broth). Sat. 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. (Bar is open until 2 a.m.) Big Bowl Express (vegetable ). Sun. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Bar is open until 11 p.m.) Fresca an Italian eatery, offers angel hair pasta primavera and vegan penne arrabbiata. La Vida burritos, and tacos (with veggies instead of Englewood meat and hold the cheese and sour cream). Black , pinto beans Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen \\\\ $$ and are vegan. Souplife offers the following vegan soups: creamless tomato, and 1206 E. 53rd St. Chicago • (773) 324-6227 vegetable minestrone. www.EatCedars.com Sun. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Mediterranean restaurant that offers many vegetarian and vegan V options, such as the vegan tomato couscous or lentil . Karyn’s Cooked Conscious Comfort \\\\ $$ Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. 738 N. Wells St. Chicago • (312) 587-1050 www.KarynRaw.com

Gold Coast This vegan restaurant specializes in comfort foods, such as macaroni and “cheese,” vegan , and the jerk tofu sandwich wrap. Crofton on Wells \\\\ $$ 535 N. Wells St. Chicago • (312) 755-1790 Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. & Mon. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. www.CroftononWells.com Sun. Brunch 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

This upscale restaurant offers seasonal American foods with a French influence and always has something for vegetarians and vegans. Will The Lobby Restaurant \\\\ $$$ 108 E. Superior St. Chicago • (312) 573-6760 make any vegetarian entrée vegan. Reservations required. Located in the lobby of the Peninsula Hotel. Offers a vegan afternoon Mon. - Sat. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED menu with a multi-tiered tray of vegan goodies, finger sandwiches, pastries, scones, and the tea of your choosing. Reservations highly rec- ommended. Request the vegan tea menu when placing your reservation. Afternoon tea costs about $36 per person.

Mon. - Fri. 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. / Sat. 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. VeganHealth.org - information on how to live a healthy vegan lifestyle. Sun. 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

12 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 13 Reza’s \\\\ $$ 432 W. Ontario St. Chicago • (312) 664-4500 Hyde Park www.RezasRestaurant.com

Persian restaurant with over 20 vegetarian appetizers and platters, Divinity School Coffee Shop \\\\ $ 5801 S. Ellis Ave. Chicago • (no phone) including eggplant steak, roasted zucchini, and vegetable casserole. The “Div” café is an independent, student-run café, carrying a great Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. variety of ready-to-eat meals brought in from various vegan/vegetarian and vegetarian-friendly local restaurants, such as The Nile, The Snail, Greater Grand Crossing Cedars of Lebanon, and even Soul Vegetarian. They also have a nice selection of prepared sandwiches, salads, and a la carte items, such as V Soul Vegetarian East \\\\ $ hummus, tabouli, dolmades, and other sides. This café is very popular 205 E. 75th St. Chicago • (773) 224-0104 because of its affordable prices, not to mention the best coffee and espresso on campus. Located in the basement of University of Chi- This all-vegetarian, southern-influenced restaurant cooks up hearty soul cago’s Swift Hall. food and a tasty vegan brunch. Be sure to check out the onion rings, protein tidbits, cream of soup, cornbread, mashed potatoes, Mon. - Fri. 7:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. CLOSED greens, and country mock steak. The desserts are some of the best to be had in Chicago! The place is intimate and has an old-school mom-and-pop feel, often showcasing live music. Brunch menu includes Ex Libris Coffee Shop \\\\ $ 1101 E. 56th St. Chicago • (773) 702-7645 combo options with pancakes, "" , grits, hash browns, tofu www.ExLibris.uchicago.edu scramble, and organic fresh-squeezed juices. Thai and Middle Eastern entrées, along with sweets and , are Mon. - Thurs. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. offered at this University of Chicago library coffeehouse, located in Sat. 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sun. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. the Regenstein Library, Level A. Call ahead for hours, as they close for Humboldt Park school breaks. Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. / Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Flying Saucer \\\\ $$ Sun. 1 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. / Sat. CLOSED 1123 N. California Ave. Chicago • (773) 342-9076 Mellow Yellow \\\\ $ A classic diner with vegetarian and vegan options, including a breakfast 1508 E. 53rd St. Chicago • (773) 667-2000 with a sweet and tofu hash substitution. Extensive menu with many vegetarian options such as veggie chili, Mon. - Sun. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. a veggie sandwich, and veggie , all of which can be made vegan upon request. Pizza Metro \\\\ $$ 2534 W. Division St. Chicago • (773) 489-9880 Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. www.PizzaMetro.com Sun. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Pizza crust and sauce are vegan. The marinara pizza with veggies and potato is delicious. Pizza by the slice costs about $3 and whole are $17 - $24. Delivery available. CookVeg.com - hundreds of vegan for every occasion.

Mon. - Sun. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. 14 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 15 Rajun Cajun \\\\ $ 1459 E. 53rd St. Chicago • (773) 955-1145 Lakeview www.RajunCajuninChicago.com A La Turka \\\\ $$ 3134 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago • (773) 935-6101 Vegan and vegetarian Indian dishes in a fast food setting. www.ALaTurkaChicago.com Appetizers include . with many vegetarian options, which are marked on the Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. / Sun. 12 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. menu. Reservations strongly recommended for weekend evenings. Irving Park Sun. - Thurs. 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 5 p.m. - 12 a.m. V Cousin’s Incredible Vitality \\\\ $$ Aladdin’s Eatery \\\\ $ 3038 W. Irving Park Rd. (Old Irving Park) Chicago • (773) 478-6868 614 W. Diversey Pkwy. Chicago • (773) 327-6300 www.CousinsIV.com www.AladdinsEatery.com

A raw, all-vegan restaurant, Cousin’s offers full-service dining as well as Mediterranean food with many vegetarian and vegan choices, includ- an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring the world’s best living food cuisine ing hummus, stuffed grape leaves, falafel, baba ganoush, , with largely Mediterranean influences. All cuisine is prepared with the sandwiches/pockets, salads, mujadara ( with lentils), jasmine highest quality organic , vegetables, seeds, nuts, and superfoods rice with vegetables, and more. from around the world, incorporating the highest levels of , life-force and love available. Buffet costs $12. Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Mon. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Buffet available all day. Andie’s Restaurant \\\\ $$ 1467 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago • (773) 348-0654 Dharma Garden \\\\ $$ www.AndiesRes.com 3109 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago • (773) 588-9140 www.DharmaGardenThai.com Offers Mediterranean and Greek food with options such as hummus, falafel, curried veggie couscous and Morroccan eggplant. Delivery also This fabulous restaurant offers dozens of vegan options, including available. tasty veggie chicken and seitan ( meat) duck entrées, soups, and salads. Everything is prepared with oil and brown rice is offered. Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. They do not cook with fish sauce or MSG and can leave eggs out by request. Bleeding Heart Bakery \\\\ $ Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. & Mon. CLOSED 1955 N. Belmont Ave. Chicago • (773) 327-6934 www.TheBleedingHeartBakery.com

Offers many vegan and organic desserts, such as the vegan vanilla bean MercyForAnimals.org - offers information party with dark chocolate tofu mousse, chocolate chunk vegan on factory farming, events cookies ($24 per dozen), vegan banana walnut fudge ($30 per batch), in Illinois, how to order a free Vegetarian vegan sorbets ($8 each) and lollipops ($2 each). Starter Kit, & more. Mon- Sun. 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

16 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 17 Cafe Orchid \\\\ $ Frasca Pizzeria/ Bar \\\\ $$ 1746 W. Addison St. Chicago • (773) 327-3808 3358 N. Paulina St. Chicago • (773) 248-5222 www.CafeOrchid.com www.FrascaPizzeria.com

Mediterranean cuisine with several vegetarian dishes, including vegeta- Create a veggie pizza with whichever vegetables you like. Pizza crust ble , mushroom sauté, grilled vegetables, okra, and baked eggplant. and sauce are vegan.

Tues. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. Mon. - Thurs. 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. 4:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Mon. CLOSED Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sun. 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Chicago’s Pizza and Pasta \\\\ $$ LooseLeaf Lounge \\\\ $ 3006 N. Sheffield Ave. Chicago • (773) 755-4030 2915 N. Broadway St. Chicago • (773) 348-7881 3114 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago • (773) 477-2777 www.LooseLeafLounge.com www.Chicagos-Pizza.com This tea lounge serves up , coffees, sandwiches, and salads. Loose- This locally-owned pizzeria has vegan options such as pasta Leaf offers a vegan sandwich and a variety of other options that can and focaccia. Can also make cheese-free vegan pizza. easily be made vegan. The staff is familiar with vegan requests and in- quiries. This is a great place to come enjoy local art exhibits, open mics, Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. acoustic ensembles, and other events. Try the vegan sandwich DELIVERY Mon. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 a.m. or the portobello or seasonal eggplant sandwiches without cheese.

Smash Cakes \\\\ $ Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sat. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 2961 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago • (773) 281-2353 Sun. 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. www.SmashCakeChicago.com Pho’s Thai Cuisine \\\\ $ From the owners of Bleeding Heart Bakery, this café is geared toward 3332 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago • (773) 755-1995 children and private parties, with tables, play areas and book reading www.PhosThaiCuisine.com time for children. Vegan baked goods include cupcakes, cake balls, muffins, brownies and cookies. Also offers soymilk and salads. Thai cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options, including pho soup with and vegetables. Any dish can be made without meat Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. - 7p.m./ Sat. and Sun. CLOSED upon request.

The Counter \\\\ $$ Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. 666 W. Diversey Pkwy. Chicago • (773) 935-1995 www.TheCounterBurger.com Sinbad’s \\\\ $ 2852 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 477-0555 Veggie burgers are available in three sizes with a number of vegan op- 921 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago • (773) 477-6020 tions at no extra cost. Burgers can be topped with over a dozen fruits, www.SinbadChicago.com veggies, salsas, peppers and at least four vegan sauces. Middle Eastern café with bar and many vegetarian options, in- Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. cluding burgers and soups. Also offers non-dairy fruit smoothies.

Mon. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

18 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 19 Standard Restaurant \\\\ $$ Lincoln Park 917 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago • (773) 929-1123 John’s Place \\\\ $$ 1200 W. Webster Ave. Chicago • (773) 525-6670 Standard India has a buffet with lots of vegan options as well as vegan www.JohnsPlace.com menu items. Buffet costs $8.95. Classic American eatery that offers vegetarian options, including bur- Sun. - Fri. 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. ritos, vegan chili, and vegan stir-fry. Tofu may be substituted Sat. 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. for meat in nearly any dish, such as BBQ tofu tacos.

Wishbone \\\\ $ Tues. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. 3300 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago • (773) 549-2663 Sat. 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sun. 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. / Mon. CLOSED www.WishboneChicago.com V Karyn’s Fresh Corner \\\\ $$$ Offers many Southern-style vegetarian and vegan options, including a 1901 N. Halsted St. Chicago • (312) 255-1590 veggie burger, veggie platter, and vegan black bean cakes. www.KarynRaw.com

Mon. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. / Tues. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Karyn’s features a fine dining restaurant with raw haute vegan cuisine Fri. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Sat. 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & along with a more casual section with a salad and juice bar. Casual 5 p.m. -10 p.m. / Sun. 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. dining costs about $14 per meal.

Yummy Yummy Restaurant \\\\ $ Mon. - Sun. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. 2901 N. Broadway St. Chicago • (773) 525-6677 Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant \\\\ $ Chinese restaurant with dozens of vegetarian items, most of them vegan. 2439 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 404-7788 Options include General Tao’s soy and kung pao tofu. www.MamacitaRestaurant.com

Mon. - Sun. 12 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. All food is served with the freshest ingredients available with many healthy vegetarian options. Orders can be placed by phone for delivery. Lawndale Mon. - Thurs. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. / Fri. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. V New Life Vegetarian Restaurant \\\\ $ Sat. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. 3141 W. Roosevelt Rd. Chicago • (773) 762-1090 Trotters To Go \\\\ $$ Adjacent to New Life Health Food Store, which offers a variety of vegan 1337 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago • (773) 868-6510 items, New Life Vegetarian Restaurant offers healthy vegetarian and www.TrottersToGo.com vegan dishes. Entrées include veggie burgers, tacos, BLTs, hot dogs, vegetable stew, and steamed vegetables. Also offers smoothies and Trotters To Go provides upscale take-out with unique vegetarian cre- desserts. ations, such as braised carrots with and dried black currants, angel hair pasta with asparagus, and shiitake mushrooms with white Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED truffle oil. Note that menu items change daily according to which veg- Store hours: Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. etables are in season.

Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sun. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Veria Natural Wellness \\\\ $ 20 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 21 V 2010 N. Halsted St. Chicago • (773) 281-3467 www.Veria.com Logan Square Lula Café \\\\ $$ This health-minded, all-natural café features a primarily vegan menu. 2537 N. Kedzie Blvd. Chicago • (773) 489-9554 Vegan options include not only wraps, bowls, and sandwiches but www.LulaCafe.com hummus, spiced seasonal veggies, salad, miso tofu, chickpea salad, tempeh “bacon,” Tex-Mex tofu scrambles and more! All dress- Contemporary American, as well as international cuisine, with options ings, except ranch, are vegan. Also offers smoothies. such as the Moroccan sweet potato tagine, , sandwiches, and more. Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED Mon., Wed., Thurs. & Sun. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Tues. CLOSED Lincoln Square New Wave Coffee \\\\ $ Chicago’s Pizza and Pasta \\\\ $$ 3103 W. Logan Blvd. Chicago • (773) 489-0646 1919 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago • (773)348-1700 www.NewWaveCoffee.com www.Chicagos-Pizza.com Hip new hangout features vegan goodies, free Wi-Fi and a fun decor. This locally-owned pizzeria has vegan options, such as pasta Soups, such as the delicious carrot-ginger, are often vegan and made and focaccia. Can also make cheese-free vegan pizza. fresh daily. Also offers a hummus wrap and some vegan for building your own vegan sandwich. Vegan desserts available daily Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. and may include carrot cake, donuts, cookies and butter Rice DELIVERY Mon. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 a.m. Krispies treats. Soy milk is available for coffee drinks.

Drew’s Eatery \\\\ $ Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. 2207 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago • (773) 463-7397 www.DrewsEatery.com Loop

Offers vegan Italian sausage and vegan pastries. Ankh Inc. Newsstand \\\\ $ 150 W. Congress Pkwy. (at LaSalle Blue Line El stop) Chicago • Tues. - Thurs. & Sun. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. (312) 834-0530 Mon. CLOSED Vegan and fresh fruit stand in El station. Royal Thai \\\\ $ 2209 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago • (773) 509-0007 Mon. & Tues. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Wed. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. www.RoyalThaiChicago.com Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Thurs., Sat. & Sun. CLOSED

Thai eatery that has a separate vegetarian menu with 50 choices and vegan options. VegGuide.org - lists thousands of veg-friendly restaurants Mon. - Sun. 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. across six continents, and is a comprehensive guide for eating and shopping no matter where you're at in the world.

22 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 23 V Great Tatse Cafe \\\\ $ Russian Tea Time \\\\ $$ 355 E.Grand Ave. Chicago • (773) 463-1085 77 E. Adams St. Chicago • (312) 360-0000 www.GFreeV.com www.RussianTeaTime.com

This all-vegan restaurant is located on the second floor of the Holmes Vegetarian delicacies include baked eggplant stuffed with vegetables Place Fitness Center. Try the fabulous gluten-free options, smooth- and stuffed green bell peppers. ies, and out of this world vegan, gluten-free and organic baked goods. Catering also available through the associated GFreeV ("Gluten-free Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. vegan") Company.

Call for hours. North Center Delicious Café Chicago \\\\ $ Haifa Cafe \\\\ $ 3827 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago • (773) 477-9840 318 W. Adams St. Chicago • (312) 346-2288 www.DeliciousCafeChicago.com Mediterranean food with options such as hummus, tabouli salad, baba Offers grilled and tofu eggless salad sandwiches, the ganoush, Jerusalem salad, as well as eggplant and falafel sandwiches. “build-your-own” sandwich and the muffin breakfast sandwich - a tofu Smoothies can be made vegan. patty with soy cheddar cheese and veggie sausage on a multi- Eng- lish muffin. Menu also includes bagels and soy parfaits with . Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. CLOSED All pastries, except the croissants, are vegan and include banana bread, cheesecake, pies, cupcakes, and smores. Lunch Rolls \\\\ $ 112 W. Monroe St. Chicago • (312) 551-0000 Mon. - Fri. 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. / Sat. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sun. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. www.LunchRolls.com North Lawndale Over half of the menu is vegan, including the vegan sunflower burger. All buns are vegan and organic. Meals, which include organic fries, V I.C.Y. Vegetarian Restaurant & Juice Bar \\\\ $ cost about $10. 3141 W. Roosevelt Rd. Chicago • (773) 762-1090

Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. CLOSED All-vegetarian restaurant including a small health food store.

Pita Express \\\\ $ Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. / Sat. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. 100 W. Randolph St. Chicago • (312) 422-0422 Sun. CLOSED

Mediterranean food, such as the Jerusalem salad with a blend of lemon and tahini, crispy oregano pita chips, hummus, tabouli salad, baba ganoush, and falafel sandwich. Located in food court of the James R. Thompson Center. MFABlog.org- For up-to-date information on Mercy Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. CLOSED For Animals' local and national campaigns, interesting and inspiring news articles, and links on how to get active for the animals.

24 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 25 Norwood Park Printer’s Row V Amitabul \\\\ $ Opera \\\\ $$ 6207 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago • (773) 774-0276 1301 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago • (312) 461-0161 www.Amitabul.getwebnet.com www.Opera-Chicago.com

This all-vegan Korean restaurant offers an array of vegan maki, Features a separate vegan menu which includes mushroom wontons, stir-fries, pancakes and noodle soups. dan dan mein (a rice noodle dish) and vegan desserts.

Tues. - Sat. 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. carry-out only) Mon. - Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sun. & Mon. CLOSED Fri. 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. Sat. 5:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. / Sun. 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. O’Hare Airport Summer hours start a half hour later. Burrito Beach \\\\ $ Rogers Park O’Hare Airport, 5600 N. Mannheim Rd. Chicago • (773) 462-0190 www.BurritoBeach.com Ennui Café \\\\ $ 6981 N. Sheridan Rd. Chicago • (773) 973-2233 Located in Terminal 3, between H and K, offers burritos and smoothies that can be made vegan upon request. Coffee shop with sandwiches, soups and pastas, most of which are vegetarian or vegan. Mon. - Sun. 5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mon. - Sun. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Old Town V Govinda \\\\ $ Old Jerusalem \\\\ $ 1716 W. Lunt Ave. Chicago • (773) 973-0900 1411 N. Wells St. Chicago • (312) 944-0459 www.OldJerusalemRestaurant.com Casual Indian buffet. Also has an a la carte menu which includes as- sorted foods with pizza and samosas. Entirely vegetarian with vegan , including falafel, hummus, grape leaves, tabouli, options. Restaurant is part of the ISKCON Hare Krishna Temple, soups and bread, all of which are vegan. located downstairs.

Mon. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Wed. - Sat. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. / Sun. “Free Feast” 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Hashalom \\\\ $ 2905 W. Devon St. Chicago • (773) 465-5675

Serves with vegan options, including veggie couscous, falafel, baba ganoush, eggplant, hummus, and Morroccan veggies. VegIllinois.com- The up-to-date online version of this guide. Offers info, tips, recipes, videos, & resources. Wed. - Sun. 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. / Mon & Tues. CLOSED

26 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 27 Heartland Cafe \\\\ $ Turquoise Café \\\\ $$ 7000 N. Glenwood Ave. (East Rogers Park) Chicago • (773) 465-8005 2147 W. Roscoe St. Chicago • (773) 549-3523 www.HeartlandCafe.com www.turquoisedining.com

Restaurant offers vegetarian/vegan dishes, including the seitan burrito with separate vegetarian menu. Vegetarian op- grande, the big heart lentil burger, and a tofu scramble. There is a small tions include stuffed eggplant, sautéed portabella mushrooms, health food store connected to the restaurant where you can find cruelty- wild mushroom and hummus, as well as soups and salads. Some free products and soy . dishes are vegan or can be made vegan upon request.

Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. Mon. - Fri. 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sat. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. Sat. 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sun. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

V Victory’s Banner \\\\ $ 2100 W. Roscoe St. Chicago • (773) 665-0227 Roscoe Village www.VictorysBanner.com

Vegan menus are available on request with a plethora of breakfast and Mario and Gino’s Ice Cream \\\\ $ lunch items. For breakfast, try the Vegan Eggless Wonder (marinated 2057 W. Roscoe St. Chicago • (773) 556-6788 tofu, broccoli, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, potatoes, zucchini and brown rice) or the Tofu Scramble (marinated tofu with choice of two In addition to vegan sorbets, options include Double Rainbow soy ice vegetables and grilled potatoes). Bread contains but may be re- cream with like blueberry and butter pecan. Vegan shakes can placed with a bagel at no extra charge. Soy sausage side available. Also be prepared upon request. Flavors change frequently and supplies run offers a vegan chocolate chocolate chip muffin. out quickly, so it helps to call in advance. Wed. - Mon. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. / Tues. CLOSED Open seasonally, during warm weather. Roughly 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. but hours frequently change. South Chicago V Vegan R Us \\\\ $ 1970 E. 73rd St. Chicago • (773) 517-3229 or (773) 600-4539 www.TasteofVegan.com

All-vegan delivery service and self-service restaurant. Offers many mock meat dishes, including the vegan “meat” loaf & mashed potatoes, ChooseVeg.com- A comprehensive website outlining all vegan salisbury “steak” and gyros. Will deliver to the north side you need to know about eating vegetarian and vegan. of Chicago and up to 20 miles from their location for orders of $10 Whether it's for the animals, the environment, or your or more. health, you will find informative videos, well-researched articles, and helpful tips. Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED

28 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 29 South Lawndale Uptown El Faro \\\\ $ Rique’s Regional Mexican Cooking \\\\ $$ 3936 W. 31st St. Chicago • (773) 277-1155 5004 N. Sheridan Rd. Chicago • (773) 728-6200 www.ElFaroRestaurant.com www.RiquesRestaurant.com

Offers a full menu of vegetarian offerings, from tofu scramblers, tacos, “Vegetarian Night” every Wednesday from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., featuring a burritos and sandwiches to meat analogs, such as the soy "chicken" special vegetarian menu with unusual Mexican-style meatless options sandwich vegetariano. Fresh fruit and vegetable juices available. and vegan options. Diners may request a vegetarian menu on It helps to speak Spanish to order. any other day of the week.

Mon. - Sat. 5 a.m. - 12 a.m. / Sun. 7 a.m. - 12 a.m. Mon. - Thurs. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sun. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Ukranian Village Uncommon Ground \\\\ $ Atomix \\\\ $ 3800 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 929-3680 1957 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago • (312) 666-2649 www.UncommonGround.com

A coffeehouse with light food. Atomix has several options for vegans, as Coffeehouse with a hearty café menu, including lots of vegetarian well as vegan desserts and soy milk for coffee drinks. salads, vegan chili (hold the cheese) and on their winter menu, curried vegetable pot pie, a unique vegan dish. Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. (Friday bar is open until 2 a.m.) Bite Café \\\\ $ Sat. 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. (Bar is open until 2 a.m.) 1039 N. Western Ave. Chicago • (773) 395-2483 Sun. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Bar is open until 11 p.m.) www.EmptyBottle.com/Bite.htm West Loop Part of the Empty Bottle concert venue, Bite Café features a wide variety of food with vegetarian options, such as sandwiches, pastas and burritos. Pegasus Restaurant and Tavern \\\\ $$ 130 S. Halsted St. Chicago • (312) 226-4666 Sun. - Wed. 8 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. / Thurs. - Sat. 8 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. www.PegasusChicago.com

Swim Cafe \\\\ $ Greek entrees, including plenty of vegan options. 1357 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago • (312) 492-8600 Mon. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. Offers vegan tri-colored veggie panini with choice of vegan soy cheese. Sat. 12 p.m. - 1 a.m. / Sun. 12 p.m. - 11 p.m. Soy cheese may be substituted for dairy cheese for any menu item, including vegan grilled cheese sandwiches. ChooseVegBlog.com - is an exciting blog featuring Mon. - Fri. 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. vegan cooking with a kick. Delicious recipes and fun cooking videos make vegan cooking easy.

30 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 31 Red Light \\\\ $$ Wicker Park 820 W. Randolph St. (Restaurant Row) Chicago • (312) 733-8880 www.RedLight-Chicago.com Earwax Café \\\\ $ 1561 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago • (773) 772-4019 Pan- with separate vegetarian menu. Most dishes are vegan or can be made vegan upon request. Café that offers mock meat sandwiches and vegan desserts. Cash only.

Mon. - Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Mon. - Sun. 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Fri. 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. Sat. 5:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. / Sun. 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Letizia’s Natural Bakery/Enoteca Roma \\\\ $ Wishbone \\\\ $ 2144-46 W. Division St. Chicago • (773) 342-1011 1001 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago • (312) 850-2663 www.SuperYummy.com, www.EnotecaRoma.com www.WishboneChicago.com This restaurant and next door bakery offer a variety of vegetarian Offers many Southern-style vegetarian and vegan options, including options, as well as vegan pastas (pasta romana and pasta broccolino) a veggie burger, veggie platter and vegan black bean cakes. and several vegan sandwiches.

Mon. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. / Tues. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Mon. - Thurs. 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Fri. - Sun. 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fri. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. V Mana Foodbar \\\\ $$ Holidays 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 1742 W. Division St. Chicago • (773) 342-1742

Offers a large range of vegan and vegetarian fare, including chili, spicy West Town tofu dishes, noodle dishes, smoothies, and white and red . Green Zebra \\\\ $$$ 1460 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago • (312) 243-7100 Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. www.GreenZebraChicago.com Pizza Metro \\\\ $$ This upscale restaurant has a menu focusing on the creative use of 1707 W. Division St. Chicago • (773) 278-1753 vegetables. Nearly half of the menu is vegan. www.PizzaMetro.com

Mon. - Thurs. 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Pizza crust and sauce are vegan. The marinara pizza with veggies and Sun. Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. / Sun. Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. potato is delicious. Pizza by the slice costs about $3 and whole pizzas are $17 - $24. Delivery available. Mercury Café \\\\ $ 1505 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago • (312) 455-9924 Wed. - Mon. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. / Tues. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. www.ChiMercuryCafe.com

Coffee shop offering vegan cupcakes and a veggie sandwich with VegGuide.org - lists thousands of veg-friendly restaurants hummus and guacamole. Also offers an array of salads with vegan across six continents, and is a comprehensive guide for eating balsamic dressing. and shopping no matter where you're at in the world.

Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 32 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 33 Rodan \\\\ $$ The Handlebar Bar and Grill \\\\ $ 1530 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago • (773) 276-7036 2311 W. North Ave. Chicago • (773) 384-9546 www.Rodan.ws www.HandleBarChicago.com

Restaurant and lounge that features a South American-Asian fusion Restaurant that can make most items on the menu vegan. Options menu, including vegan appetizers, rodan pizza, wasabi -bat- include BBQ seitan, grilled tofu sandwich, and vegan chocolate tered fries, weekend brunch tofu- scramble, arepas, and raspberry torte. caramelized plaintain rolls. Mon. - Thurs. 4 p.m. - 12 a.m. / Fri. 4 p.m. - 1 a.m. Mon. - Fri. 6 p.m. - 2 a.m. / Sat. 5 p.m. - 3 a.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 1 a.m. / Sun. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sun. (brunch) 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. & 6 p.m. - 2 a.m. Sweet Cakes Bakery \\\\ $ Schwa \\\\ $$ 935 N. Damen Ave. Chicago • (773) 772-5771 1466 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago • (773) 252-1466 www.SweetCakesChicago.com

The menu at this upscale gourmet restaurant changes frequently. Op- Sweet Cakes is vegan in disguise. Items are not labeled vegan but if you tions include the vegan roast. ask, the owners will let you in on a secret - about half of their bakery is vegan! This bakery offers a large variety of vegan options, including Mon. - Sat. 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. / Sun. CLOSED chocolate chip cookies, breakfast pastries, and cupcakes. There is also a great courtyard for a warm summer day in the city. Skewerz \\\\ $ 1560 N. Damen Ave. Chicago • (773) 276-9805 Tues. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.Skewerz.net Mon. CLOSED

A great place for late-night vegan and vegetarian food, Skewerz offers V Veggie Bite \\\\ $ “Island ,” including vegetable “skewerz,” tofu “skewerz,” 1300 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago • (773) 772-BITE yucca fries with banana ketchup, bok choy, grilled artichokes and baby www.VeggieBite.net greens, as well as a variety of soups, desserts, and all-fruit smoothies. Everything is made from scratch. Delivery available. Fast food gone vegan! This 100% vegan menu ranges from veggie burgers and veggie dogs to BBQ “tenders” and “nuggets.” Sandwiches Sun. - Wed. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. / Thurs. 11 a.m. - 3 a.m. start at $3 and meals can be purchased from $5 - $6. Veggie Bite is the Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 5 a.m. winner of MFA’s 2008 “Progressive Business Award.”

Sultan’s Market \\\\ $ Mon. - Sun. 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. 2057 W. North Ave. Chicago • (773) 235-3072 www.ChicagoFalafel.com

Middle Eastern food is available for dining in or to go at this deli and market. Options include lentils and rice topped with caramelized onions, tabouli, and baba ganoush. Vegan cookies are also available. Cash only. VegIllinois.com- The up-to-date online version of this guide.Offers info, tips, recipes, videos, & resources. Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

34 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 35 Wrigleyville OTHER GREAT RESTAURANTS V The Chicago Diner \\\\ $ 3411 N. Halsted St. Chicago • (773) 935-6696 AROUND ILLINOIS www.VeggieDiner.com V Blind Faith Cafe \\\\ $$ This award-winning, all-vegetarian restaurant features such meatless 525 Dempster St. Evanston • (847) 328-6875 creations as the Philly Cheeze “Steak” and the Radical Reuben, made www.BlindFaithCafe.com with seitan. Raw options are available, along with fabulous brunch options, such as vegan blueberry pancakes, scrambled tofu and bis- Contemporary, international vegetarian cuisine with lots of vegan op- cuits and gravy. Also offers vegan, trans -free desserts and wonderful tions, organic ingredients, and a bakery. Recommended vegan options vegan shakes. include Massaman , Seitan Marsala, and vegan focaccia bread. Most items on menu can be made vegan. Mon. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. / Sun. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. V Borrowed Earth Cafe \\\\ $$ 970 Warren Ave. Downers Grove • (630) 795-1729 Mama Desta’s Red Sea \\\\ $$ www.BorrowedEarthCafe.com 3216 N. Clark St. Chicago • (312) 935-7561 Offers delicious raw vegan food such as the Indian Curry and Spring Ethiopian cuisine with many vegetarian options. Onion Cheese wraps, burgers, spinach frittata, burritos, and tamales. Desserts include truffles, ice creams, cheesecake, and Sweet Tooth Sun. - Thurs. 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Fri. & Sat. 4 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Rainbow ice cream pie. All food is made-to-order but is also available for carry out or in weekly or monthly food boxes. Come and enjoy the Pick-Me-Up Cafe \\\\ $ unique, environmentally friendly atmosphere: multi-colored bamboo 3408 N. Clark St. Chicago • (773) 248-6613 floor, no VOC paint, waterfall, hip music, and interesting art. Also equipped with an open kitchen and two overhead television monitors Features breakfast-anytime menu of various tofu scrambles, as well so that you can see your chefs in action! as vegan French toast and pancakes. Also offers vegan burgers, stir- fries, and soy ice cream. Buzz Cafe \\\\ $ 905 S. Lombard Ave. Oak Park • (708) 524-2899 Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 3 a.m. / Fri. & Sat. 24 hours www.TheBuzzCafe.com

Coffeehouse that has a variety of veg-friendly fare on the menu, plus the option of soy milk.

Chowpatti \\\\ $$ V 1035 S. Arlington Heights Rd. Arlington Heights • (847) 640-9554 for up-to-date information on Mercy For Animals' www.Chowpatti.com local and national campaigns, interesting and This all-vegetarian restaurant’s menu is over 20 pages with American, inspiring news articles, and links on how to get Mexican, Middle Eastern and Indian favorites, as well as a variety of active for the animals. fresh juices.

36 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 37 V Coffee World Coffeehouse and Deli \\\\ $ V Sri Ganesh \\\\ $$ 114 E. Beaufort St. Normal • (309) 452-6774 837 E. Roosevelt Rd. Lombard • (630) 620-9175 www.SriGanesh.com This vegetarian coffeehouse serves soups, salads, wraps, falafel, grilled tofu, veggie burgers, vegan baked goods, and much more. Occasionally North and South Indian all-vegetarian cuisine. Vegetarian food can there is live entertainment as well. be made vegan by omitting and ghee (clarified butter). Offers lunch buffet. Lunch buffet costs $7.45. V Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant \\\\ $ 1209 W. Oregon St. Urbana • (217) 367-2340 V Strawberry Fields \\\\ $ This cafeteria-style restaurant has vegan international cuisine, serving 306 W. Springfield Ave. Urbana • (217) 328-1655 dishes such as West African groundnut stew, tofu-spinach lasagna, jab www.Strawberry-Fields.com chai, Pakistani rice, and vegan baked goods. It is a non-profit, coopera- tively run business, supporting local farmers and cooperatives and using This café offers a full coffee bar and vegan sandwiches, salads, organic and natural foods whenever possible. smoothies, soups, desserts and more. The café is connected to a health food store packed with vegetarian and vegan foods. Sacred Grounds \\\\ $ 233 N. Main St. Edwardsville • (618) 692-4150 Sweet Dreams Organic Bakery and Café \\\\ $ Vegan options include the hummus wrap, falafel (without the cucumber 1107 N. Waukegan Rd. Glenview • (847) 657-1092 sauce) and coconut curry soup. Also offers vegan desserts made fresh daily. Try their delicious vegan pumpkin cake. Soy and rice avail- Offers numerous vegan soups and sandwiches, including a grilled able for coffee drinks. portobello mushroom sandwich, tofu sandwich and grilled veggie sandwich. Also carries a wide variety of vegan desserts, such as strudels, V Shree Vegetarian Restaurant \\\\ $$ cakes, cookies, cupcakes, banana bread and blueberry bars. 655 N. Cass Ave. Westmont • (630) 655-1021

This vegetarian Indian restaurant offers full-service dining, a lunch buffet, and take-out. Reservations are required for the weekends. Lunch buffet costs $7.95.

Siam Terrace \\\\ $ 212 W. Main St. Urbana • (217) 367-8424 www.SiamTerrace.com ChooseVeg.com- A comprehensive website outlining all you need to know about eating vegetarian and vegan. Thai restaurant with plenty of vegan options, such as Basil, Whether it's for the animals, the environment, or your Seitan Meets East, Shiita-gus Tofu, Mock Duck Curry, and Spicy Seitan. health, you will find informative videos, well-researched Please indicate no egg, fish sauce or oyster sauce when ordering. articles, and helpful tips.

38 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 39 N Sultan's Market p.34 Sweet Cakes Bakery p.35 INDEX New Life Vegetarian Restaurant p.20 Sweet Dreams Organic Bakery and Café p.39 New Wave Coffee p.23 Swim Café p.30 A F Noodle Zone p.8 A La Turka p.17 Flat Top Grill p.44 Noodles and Company p.44 Aladdin's Eatery p.17 Flying Saucer p.14 T Alice and Friends Vegetarian Café p.10 Foodlife p.13 Taco Bell p.44 Amitabul p.26 Frasca Pizzeria/Wine Bar p.19 O Taste of Lebanon p.8 Andie's Restaurant p.7, 17 Old Jerusalem p.26 The Balanced Kitchen p.24 Ankh Inc. Newsstand p.23 Opera p.27 The Chicago Diner p.36 G The Counter Custom Built Burgers p.18 Annapurna p.9 Govinda p.27 Argo Tea p.44 The Handlebar Bar and Grill p.35 Great Taste Cafe p.24 P The Lobby Restaurant p.13 Arya Bhavan p.9 Green Zebra p.32 Atomix Café p.30 P.F. Chang's p.44 Trotters To Go p.21 Panera p.44 Turquoise Café p.29 H Pegasus Restaurant and Tavern p.31 B Haifa Café p.24 Pho's Thai Cuisine p.19 Pick-Me-Up Café p.36 U Big Bowl p.44 Hashalom p.27 Udupi Palace p.10 Pita Express p.24 Bite Café p.30 Heartland Café p.28 Uncommon Ground p.12, 31 Bleeding Heart Bakery p.17 Pita Pit p.44 Blind Faith Café p.37 Pizza Metro p.14, 33 I V Borrowed Earth Café p.37 I.C.Y. Vegetarian Restaurant & Juice Bar p.25 Burrito Beach p.26 Q Vegan R Us p.29 Irazu p.8 Veggie Bite p.35 Buzz Café p.37 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant p.11 Victory's Banner p.29 C J R Café Ennui p.27 Jal Hind p.10 Rajun Cajun p.16 W Wishbone p.20, 32 Café Orchid p.18 John's Place p.21 Ras Dashen p.11 Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen p.12 Red Hen Bread p.44 Chaos Theory Cakes and Confections p.18 K Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant p.38 Y Chicago's Pizza and Pasta p.18, 21 Karyn's Cooked Conscious Comfort Foods p.13 Red Light p.32 Yummy Yummy Restaurant p.20 Chipotle p.44 Karyn's Fresh Corner p.21 Reza's p.8, 14 Chowpatti p.37 Kopi Café p.7 Rique's Regional Mexican Cooking p.31 Coffee Chicago p.11 Rodan p.34 Coffee World Coffeehouse and Deli p.38 Royal Thai p.22 Cousin's Incredible Vitality p.16 L Russian Tea Time p.25 Crofton on Wells p.12 Lao Sze Chuan p.9 Letizia's Natural Bakery/Enoteca Roma p.33 LooseLeaf Lounge p.19 S D Lula Café p.23 Sacred Grounds p.38 Delicious Café Chicago p.25 Lunch Rolls p.24 Schwa p.34 Dharma Garden Thai Cuisine p.16 Shree Vegetarian Restaurant p.38 Divinity School Coffee Shop p.15 Siam Terrace p.38 Drew's Eatery p.22 M Sinbad's p.19 M. Henry p.7 Skewerz p.34 E Mama Desta's Red Sea p.36 Soul Vegetarian East p.14 Earwax Café p.33 Mamacita's Mexican Restaurant p.21 Spring World Restaurant Inc p.9 El Faro p.30 Mana Foodbar p.33 Sri Ganesh p.39 Ethiopian Diamond p.11 Mario and Gino's Ice Cream p.28 Standard India Restaurant p.20 Ex Libris Coffee Shop p.15 Mellow Yellow p.15 Strawberry Fields p.39 Mercury Café p.32 Middle East Bakery and Pastry p.7 Mysore Woodlands p.10

40 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago VegIllinois.com 41 Simple Tips for Try these easy substitutes! Making the Transition to Instead of...

Many people become Butter: Cook with vegetable and vegetarian overnight, while oils. For a low-fat option, try sautéing in wine, others make the change vegetable broth, or water. gradually. Do what works best for you. Here Ice Cream: Try frozen desserts like Tofutti, Soy are five easy tips for Delicious, Purely Decadent, fruit sorbets, and making the switch: ices. You’ll never want to go back to the choles- terol and fat of ice cream. 1 Begin by “vegging up” meals you already eat. Replace the Milk: Try soy milk, , or almond milk for cooking, on , in meat in favorite recipes, like lasagna, stir-fries, coffee or to make . Use them any way you’d use milk. Avail- and chili, with beans or textured vegetable protein (TVP). able in chocolate, vanilla, unsweetened, and low-fat varieties, too. Use crumbledTwo tofu instead of ricotta cheese in manicotti and lasagna. ManyLocations: alternatives to meat are readily available in grocery stores. Hamburgers: There is a wide variety of vegetarian hamburgers. Substitute crumbled veggie burgers for ground beef in recipes for chili, 2 Check natural food stores and traditional supermarkets for "meat" loaf and tacos. instant soups and main dish convenience items. Many canned soup flavors are vegetarian (black bean, minestrone, tomato, vegetable). Cheese: Check health food stores for soy Flavored rice mixes can be made into an entrée just by adding a can of cheese which is great on pizza and sand- beans. Experiment! Order pizza without the cheese but loaded with wiches, as well as in sauces. You can also vegetable toppings. make a great creamy “cheese” sauce using nutritional flakes. 3 Try meat substitutes—veggie burgers, “ham,” “hot dogs,” and “tur- key” made of soy and other meatless ingredients. Many taste close enough Eggs: Use commercial egg substitutes, to fool any die-hard carnivore. Try several different brands to find your such as Ener-G Egg Replacer (made mainly from favorite. potato starch) in baked goods. For breakfast, scramble tofu with onions, mushrooms, mustard, turmeric, and . 4 Visit your local health food stores to find the best variety of vegetar- ian foods. You’ll find aisles of wonderful products which you never knew existed: microwave entrées with pasta and sauces, imitation-meat products that can be used in your favorite recipes or on their own, and soy-based MEAL IDEAS “,” “ice cream,” “mayonnaise,” “sour cream,” and “milk.”

55. Explore the many vegetarian foods that are popular in other Breakfast Lunch Dinner countries, like hummus (a tangy spread made from chickpeas), vegetable Tofu scramble & soy Bean burrito • Baked Falafel wrap w/ tahini curries, falafel (a spicy mix of beans that can be made into patties and sausage • • tempeh or tofu sandwich dressing • Cajun-style “meatballs”), tempeh (a popular, high-protein meat substitute), seitan (a Fruit • Bagel • Tofu, tempeh, or seitan beans & rice • Veggie flavorful food made from wheat that can be sliced, marinated, cubed, fried, w/ peanut butter & jelly stir fry • Pasta w/ tomato chili w/ mixed salad • or baked), and a host of other nutritious vegetarian items. • Cereal w/ soy milk sauce • Lentil soup BBQ tofu w/ corn

42 The Vegetarian Guide to Chicago o VEGAN-FRIENDLY CHAIN RESTAURANTS

Argo Tea P.F. Chang’s www.ArgoTea.com www.PFChangs.com

Offers tea-based beverages, vegetarian Vegan options include Vegetarian Lettuce sandwiches and vegan muffins. All dairy Wraps, Spinach Stir-fried with Garlic, Ma drinks can be made with soy milk, includ- Po Bean Curd, Coconut-Curry Vegetables ing bubble tea. Meals cost about $5. and Garlic Snap Peas. The kitchen will convert any meat dish into a vegan one by substituting with tofu, five- pressed Big Bowl bean curd or vegan “oyster” sauce. Meals www.BigBowl.com cost about $8.

Fresh Chinese and Thai cuisine. Create Panera your own dishes or order off of the menu. www.PaneraBread.com Vegan options include Vegetable Pad Thai with Tofu (“no egg”), Kung Pao Tofu and Tasty vegan soups, salads and sandwiches, Spinach, Yellow Curry Vegetable Tofu and such as Black Bean Soup, Garden Veg- Thai Green Vegetable Tofu. Order stir-fry etable Soup and Mediterranean Veggie with jasmine rice instead of egg noodles. Sandwich (without feta). Meals cost bout $10 - $15.

Pita Pit Chipotle www.PitaPit.com www.Chipotle.com Great veggie options are falafel (add Phenomenal veggie burritos with rice, hummus, pick veggies), hummus pita black beans, veggies and guacamole (hold or garden pita (no cheese). Meals cost the cheese and sour cream). Burritos about $5. cost about $6. Flat Top Grill www.FlatTopGrill.com Red Hen Bread www.RedHenBread.com Flat Top Grill allows you to create your own, all-you-can-eat stir-fry meal, includ- Offers a selection of vegan organic ing a variety of mock . Sauces are breads, a vegan sandwich option and labeled if vegan. Dinner costs about $13. soups during the winter. Meals cost Lunch costs about $9. about $6.

Noodles and Company Taco Bell www.Noodles.com www.TacoBell.com

Features Asian and Italian noodle dishes. Bean burritos and seven-layer burritos Many dishes are vegetarian and can be (hold the cheese and sour cream) are made vegan by leaving off the fish sauce great for an on-the-go meal. and cheese. Meals cost about $6 - $7.

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