Vegan Options cuisine: the best places to taste it in Chicago

"This place was an amazing unexpected find! The food was amazing. The drinks were delicious (get the St. Sebastian). And the service was some of the..."

Ju-Chieh Chou

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Wheelchair Accessible

"Most unique breakfast to you could possibly get. The menu is limited but offbeat and everything we tried seemed perfectly done. The food tasted great..."

abhijeet patil

"Was a “foodie” recommendation and after trying it I can see why. We ate breakfast here and had the waffle of the day and eggs Benedict. The..."

Nate Rock

"Nice place for brunch. Innovative menu including new variations on traditional themes. Fantastic Bloody Mary, good spice and full flavor. Braised..."

Joe Roznai

"Phenomenal spot. After running a 10k we decided to go celebrate. We started with the chai, pecan cinnamon rolls that were delicious. I then had the..."

David Gonzalez

"Really great food! I had the friend chicken on a waffle and the chicken was GREAT! Really cute restaurant with an industrial feel. I tried the Peach..."

Rebeca Tovar

"The freaking french toast I had here still haunts me because of how good it was. I think it had rhubarb in it??? I can’t even remember and that’s..."

Taylor Hughes

"Good tasty food. Chicken & waffles is the way to go. The Pork belly looked and smelled delicious, that's something I need to look into next time. The..."

Gin Yu

"Spectacular presentation on every dish that came out of the kitchen giving you a teaser to what you're about to experience in terms of flavor...."

Chris Bader

"This place was absolutely fantastic place for brunch, my fiance found it and we made the drive and was not disappointed, every dish was very well put..."

Alan De La Vega

"Pretty phenomenal brunch. Everyone loved everything they ordered. You have to try the French toast. It's practically liquid. A secret recipe that you..."

Benjamin Jacobi

"Great cocktails. Love the concise and curated menu. Everything pairs perfectly and wasn’t overwhelmed by too many options as at many other brunch..."

Christina Sterzel

"Absolutely delicious breakfast place. Perfect service. Opens early at 7am so perfect for early birds. Cant wait to try more from the..."

Eti Khang

"Sunday Brunch during a recent trip to Chicago. This was recommended by a buddy that lived down the street. He said he hadn't tried it yet so we..."

Andy S.

"This place is on trend, friendly and very cute. The food was good and conceptually imaginative but fell short in a few areas. The bread for the..."

Charlotte Buchanan

"Great service and cool looking place with lots of light. Good music and ambiance. It was really tasty for brunch and somewhat unique. Our server..."

Dan Ralston

"This is has been my favorite breakfast/brunch place for over 4 years and I go to a lot of them. Their Maple Custard French Toast are out of this..."

Josean Ortiz

"It was good restaurant. The carrot cake pancakes felt more like desert than a meal and the corned beef sandwich is not your traditional, more like a..."

Jerry C Thomas

Iguana Cafe

88/100 (2332 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Non-smoking restaurants

"This place is a true gem - me and my wife were out having dinner just a couple of bloack away. We wanted something different and a great latte, well..."

George Hernandez

"Authentic, delicious European food. This place is a hidden..."

Lisa Cervone

"We have stayed in this area of Chicago twice and came upon the cafe from walking around the neighborhood. The food was always excellent! We recommend..."

Mary Beth Noyes

"Great breakfast place and best Chai Latte. They remember me, what I like to eat, how I want my coffee, just super..."

Luis Varela

"Great crepes and salads, delicious coffee, super nice ownership/service, relaxed atmosphere. European-style cafe = great coffee and tea but also real..."

Kaara Kallen

"Excellent Bailey's Latte, Phenomenal Bougasta, Tasty Old Fashioned! Looking forward to trying other menu items. Great location and..."

Belinda Tobias

"Always go there when in Chicago. Great..."

Alice Lin

"One of the best "Greek" places to be!!! The crepes are awesome!!! And off course Greek..."

Eugenia Grapsa

"Iguana Cafe is amazing!!! All the food I have ever eaten is excellent...crepes, pasta, wraps, everything! Kosta makes the BEST freddo cappuccino..."

Kathy Jackson

"It's a great place to relax and enjoy the smooth atmosphere.Great food!!! Wonderful..."

Elton Lewis

"For my first time, I was super impressed. Great service and amazing food and coffee/drinks. We all had various crepes - I had “Sparta”, it was so..."

Ajimon Thomas

"Hidden just off the main street very discreet. Food was amazing and reasonably priced, wish I came here earlier. Pizza tasted as good as pizza does..."

Curtis Yu

"This restaurant is an absolute hidden gem. We live in the suburbs and came down before an event for Sunday brunch. The crepes are enormous and so..."

Matthew

"Amazing restaurant! I am not a huge fan of crepes but omg these are honestly so good. The atmosphere is very cozy. I went with 2 friends I hadn’t..."

Ana Renteria

"This place was amazing! I usually pass by hore on Sundays. Today on my way back I decided to try it out. I am in love with this place. The crepe was..."

Josean Ortiz

"I've really only had the seafood mac n cheese, but it was incredible! This was our 2nd visit. We drove in from Michigan. My daughter lives across the..."

Val DiCosmo

"Incredible food! Have been wanting to visit this restaurant for years just from word of mouth. I finally had the time to visit today and it did not..."

Samantha Z

"My wife and I found this place about 5 years ago and we've been going there at least once a year. Everything we've tried there is very good. The..."

Roberto Guzman

"Very nice. Food was delicious. I will be returning 🤗 Mediterranean feast as your app, burger wrap, tropical pleasure for dessert. Yum..."

Ènam

"So Iguana Cafe has been a great place to meet up with friends and have a drink or coffee, for me. The atmosphere is inviting and the vibe is great. ..."

Konstantinos Varnasidis

"One of the best European cafes I’ve ever been too. I am definitely recommending this place if you love European Appetizers, Sweet and Savory..."

Viraj Mhatre

"Overall, my dinner at Iguana Cafe was enjoyable. The restaurant has a laid-back atmosphere with dim mood lighting. It seems to be set up for..."

Christopher Gorrie

"Still one of my fav cafes in the Chicago area. The coffee and food are great and the wait staff is friendly and helpful. The only drawback is the..."

Vittorio Carli

"Cute place with delicious food! I'd probably put a little less Nutella on the crepe, but that's just my personal preference. It was still..."

Kioko Dee

"It was really nice to work here! I took out my laptop and studied for about 3 hours - our server was awesome. Crepes were a nice treat as well. Will..."

Sara Moradi

"Great cool European lounge atmosphere. Surprisingly good value, I’ll be back whenever I’m in the..."

Michael Nannini

"Great lunch spot. I call in before I leave my house and they have my lunch ready by time I walk there. This is my go to place for lunch in this..."

Brent Williams

Little Bad Wolf

88/100 (4706 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Finally got to try this restaurant and we obviously came here for their burger. Aside from that we also tried their mac and cheese and fried chicken..."

Diana Gondek

"Went here on a Saturday night on a nice day and wait was about 40 minutes for 2 people. There were seats at the bar but it was a little tight so..."

Jesus Popoca

"Nice atmosphere for adult friends to social. Drinks were good. Food was tasty and large portioned. We had the Bad and Wolf burgers and they all very..."

T. K Fam

"I just found a new favorite spot to eat. Burgers are spot on and ground on premises. The Tacos, all of them are delicious. Hungry for a salad, you..."

Michael Castillo

"From the look on the outside to the dark mysterious atmosphere on the inside, you get the feeling something good is going to happen. The staff was so..."

Bruce Seiler

"One of the best burgers in Chicago. The Wolf Burger is an enormous, delicious mess. Definitely big enough to share. The Bad Burger is much more..."

Mike Goldberg

"I had a wonderful time at this place. Staff were friendly and food was delicious. Thanks to Melissa for being such an awesome server. I recommend the..."

Lizy Agbakahi

"Always worth a visit if you can get a seat. Food and drinks superb, staff very friendly. Highly..."

Peter MucZilla

"The old fashion I had was good. No photo because I started drinking it right away. The burgers were absolutely delicious. Getting the fried onions on..."

Amanda Kasper

"We sat outside and enjoyed the sound of rain filtered through the plantings while we dined. Each entree is enough to feed two or three people ... so..."

Steve Wall

Silver Spoon

88/100 (2842 ratings)

"The food was decent, but the preparation of each fish was lacking a bit. The noodles were great, but the chicken could be more flavorful. The shrimp..."

Fred Twum-Acheampong

"I’ve been told to try this place multiple times and finally did! Everything was delicious. It was great value and the staff were extremely nice...."

Lyn Harvie

"A hidden Thai spot in the heart of downtown on Rush St. you go downstairs and you find a little humble restaurant, but their food is very good. I..."

Javi Cortez

"Shut the front door. This was amazing food, all around. The veggie rolls alone will be worth the trip back. Also, the bathroom was super..."

Matthew New

"Love the atmosphere, hole in the wall basement with a very cozy vibe. Started with their Thai soup, very flavorful, you’ll taste all the different..."

Motion Chowdhury

"I recently had the opportunity to dine at silver spoon and I was very impressed with the food. I started with the veggie curry puff, which was..."

Varun NVK

"Cleanliness is on point 10/10 Amazing Yum Talay 😮‍💨 Enjoyed Each Meal I Ordered. Most satisfied eats I did visiting..."

Jon Ray Dantes

"I took a friend that never had Thai food before and we had a feast. What I love about Thai is how well it serves both vegan and no vegans. We ordered..."

Bruno Falce

"Understated Thai restaurant. Nice to see some of my fave dishes from my visits to Thailand. Might be the best curry I’ve ever had in the states..."

Jonathan Caballero

"Delicious food. Good sized portions, not small, but not too big. The baby egg rolls were super yummy and good to share. Curry noodles were..."

Ruby Murton

"I love this place, I was so hungry I forgot to take pictures of the meal. The staff here are so friendly, excellent service. The best pad see ew..."

Kyle L

"Quintessential Thai food and one of the better Asian food options in River North. I ordered the food for take out and it was all very well packaged..."

Esther

"It's our first time in Chicago, we were looking for a good supper place near our hotel, and my husband stumbled upon this place online. It's a small..."

FawN S

"The Place is a hidden gem! Great food and friendly staff. Worth to visit for their Lunch Special and their delicious meal and thai tea! 5..."

Will Giuseppe Malinao

"Recommend: maybe I'll try again. Had the spicy red curry and pad Thai. The "spicy" was actually spicy in a very good way and I would definitely get..."

S. D.

Beatnik West Town

88/100 (3952 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"What a wonderful place! Ambience great and the food even better. A disk jockey up front and families with children scattered about, all enjoying a..."

Michael McConnell

"The Place Located at 1604 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL . The Beatnik is a bohemian cocktail bar and restaurant that offers guests warm and rich..."

Jim Blass

"Delicious & innovative. The atmosphere is amazing. I recommend the salmon toast & cinnamon rolls for brunch. The doughnuts were a bit of a let down..."

Krista Briana Drummond

"I went there for strategic planning dinner! I was in wanderlust of the decor and design of the space. My first impulse made me want to walk around..."

Lavon Nicole Pettis

"This place is everything for Sunday Brunch. The dinks are excellent and food is great!!!! Wish they had a location in NJ like..."

Nicole Sutton

"Everything we had was delicious (and between the 5 of us, we had everything)! The wait staff were amazing and very attentive even though the..."

Lynn Martinelli

"I went with my boyfriend for brunch and it was amazing! The waiter was so kind and knowledgeable. The food, service, and ambiance was everything I..."

Mary Rice

"We went here for a brunch with the girls. The the obvious of the decor is beautiful there's an indoor section and then an outdoor patio area where..."

Deborah Davis-Smith

"I recently enjoyed brunch at this establishment.The interior decorations are not only stunning but also create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere...."

Tatiana Velandia

"Creative takes on Middle Eastern food that’s well executed in a welcoming and refined-but-fun setting. Stunning decor, brought in from around the..."

Christian Knapp

"Beatnik was amazing ! We made reservations and were seated almost immediately after walking in. Our waiter arrived and began reviewing the menu..."

synackodes

"Food was delicious! The lamb was tender and falling off the bone. Loved the atmosphere. Great place for a dinner..."

Daniel Aguilera Amaya

"This place is so cool looking. The cocktails were legit crafted, we loved the salted watermelon mojito. Portions are pretty good..."

Han Pan

"We visited here from Wisconsin to celebrate my birthday the food was soooo good! Our server was amazing! This restaurant is just overall beautiful..."

Maya Frazier

"Loved it. Cool vibe, easy parking and great food. We did brunch and would do it again if we lived in Chicago. Friendly staff and shout out to the..."

Colleen MC

"Overall great experience. For the most part the food was good. The lamb dinner and mushrooms on skewer were delicious. Hummus and drinks were..."

Mai Thor

"Bottom line: Eclectic. Great ambience, delicious food. Will come again. Really great dining experience. Lots of different options and a great..."

John Michael Rotello

"Magical venue with an impressive vibe✨✨ The menu however could still improve, since is not perfect. Tried the two chicken plates on the menu; The..."

Eric M

"I took my sisters and mother here before a show in the Polish Triangle. The restaurant is beautiful, first off. Second, the staff was helpful and..."

Thomas Szymanski

"What an amazing ambience! Loved the decor. The food was just as excellent. Shareable plates so bring your appetite and plan to share the options..."

Laurie Romano

"Unique and interesting place. The decor was kitschy, like a mix of Arabian nights fantasy with a set of Great Expectations (just missing the..."

Priya T

"If you're looking for somewhere funky and cool to eat, stop by Beatnik. This place feels regal with a mix of cool. Outside of the cool restaurant,..."

Ernst Fantaisy

"Celebrated my sister’s engagement over dinner and it was lovely! I especially enjoyed the Baba Ghanoush and Lebanese Lamb Feast..."

Celine Farhat

"Best restaurant I've been to all around since I've lived here for a..."

Cameron Houseman

Mott St

88/100 (1162 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This is the perfect brunch spot for a gathering of friends- the menu is shareable friendly - like a brunch tapas.. The coconut pancakes are a must,..."

LaShelle Newland-Jordan

"I love this place, great food, excellent service, a interesting menu, a fabulous mixologist. The inside is a little loud for us older folks but..."

Nora Fox Handler

"Loved everything about this place!!! The food was deliciously flavorful, the bartender was friendly and made superb cocktails, the owner was..."

Amelia Tockston

"Been here a few times and have had quite a few things on the menu. The ambience is cozy and the serving staff delivers in a timely and friendly..."

Saxon Harrar

"Another food gem in Chicago. Mott St rocks!! A new Asian fusion place in Wicker Park. The service is great and very attentive to one's dietary..."

Jeffrey Matthews

"Great location for a date night or special occasion. Not cheap but you feel like you are getting your moneys worth. The burger lives up to the hype,..."

Julian litvak

"Came here for a friend's birthday and had a great time. I got to try a bunch of different dishes and they were all phenomenal. We tried the brussels..."

Ryan Kent

"A restaurant that offers brunch on Sundays. The menu is tempting, the dishes are varied and they all seem to be delicious. And it was no different,..."

Carlos Resende

"Mott St. serves up delicious, inventive Asian American fusion fare ~supremely~ well. I went for dinner with a reservation and it was pretty crowded..."

Mona Tong

"Mott St. Is a casual fusion restaurant, the seating is very close together so it can be loud and you do have to shuffle between other tables to get..."

Izzy M

"Been here many times and both the team and the food are consistently great. Stopped in recently to have the burger which is notorious as one of the..."

Andrew Zion

"Best burger ever? Definitely the best I have had this year and definitely in contention for the best burger ever. Also the wangs are bonkers but..."

Mark Hooper

"Everything was delicious! Only complaint I could have is about the bread not being served with the oyster mushrooms anymore! That delicious butter..."

Anthony Galante

"Bottom line: It's the kind of place that makes you want to go back and try everything else on the menu, and I'm very excited to do just..."

John Michael Rotello

"Loved the burger - it was so savory and a different flavor profile than typical burgers given the hoisin and sweet potato. The other dishes were..."

Jason Xiahou

"Wow. What an incredible meal. The food here is stellar. My only regret is that I’m not a vegetarian. However the fish and fire chicken were..."

Chris Mann

"Pros: phenomenal flavors, good variety, great ambiance, food is solid. This is a staple in this neighborhood Cons: tables can be a bit close..."

Tina Ho

"Fun space and great food! The burger is the best burger I have ever had. We went during happy hour and got the burger/drink combo which is a pretty..."

Dorothy Scales

"Prior to 2022, I was not providing any feedback on any restaurants I visited via social media platforms. So over the next few months, I will revisit..."

Rolo

"Came for the burger and it definitely lived up to the hype. The pork belly was also melt-in-your-mouth good! Definitely on the pricier side for some..."

Victoria Weir

"So fun! We got the Chef's Menu, and everything was so tasty! The mushrooms 🤩🤩🤩 Christina was fun and engaging and answered all our questions..."

Christopher Chow

"Great fusion food, their burger and pork belly are the best. Staff is very nice and knowledgeable. Will be back to check their other..."

Dawid Pabian

"Got a chance to check this spot out. Decent set-up I do like the patio sitting but the inside can get kinda tight. I posted up at the bar and order..."

P. Moore

Pub Royale

88/100 (1088 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"Wow. By far the greatest restaurant I have yet to dine at in Chicago (and I've eaten at numerous top-notch and excitinf venues). Excellent concept,..."

Andrew Gerdes

"Delicious 😋 Out of all the places nearby, even some higher end places, this was my most favorite by far. The ambience was beautiful, and very..."

Natalia Sirko

"Great service, great food and a great price. Cozy place for Indian food and excellent libations. I had a hot chai tea spiked with..."

Farren Ionita

"Fav bevvie even thou i am no hipster was cucumber strawberries one. I heard this place welcomes yuppies and i had a blast! J did a great..."

Tea Hense

"Service was a breath of fresh air. Beautiful cocktails. Each cocktail's presentation and taste were consistent and scrumptious. The fries and butter..."

Kira Anderson

"Amazing food and excellent and friendly service! A neighborhood..."

Lucia Giudice

"Great place, we sat at the bar, service was excellent, excellent drinks and good food. Definitely will be going..."

Klaudia Gernand

"Saw it on 'Check Please ' and decided to try it. Food outstanding our waitress Alex was on the $ in suggestions. Dumpling appetizer, WOW!..."

Joe Kujawa

"this place is amazing been there 4x so far and I live in Nyc .. if the rabbit pot pie is on the menu ... u MUST order..."

Dave Martin

"Our first time and we loved it! Great food, great beer and great..."

John Garrido

"Wonderful ambience. Delicious food, best Indian food I've had in Chicago. Service was..."

Heike Beck

"I have been to this place two times in 1 month. I hope that says it all! Awesome cocktails, and yummy Indian taste to the food. I will be there soon,..."

Anjali Ambani

"Cool pub! Loved the lamb dumplings and the tripe but I want to try the whole menu. Good beer selection but I was personally enchanted by their..."

Justin Kesselring

"Seriously the best Indian food I have ever had. Mind seriously..."

Eddie Castle

"The best naan. Large warm and just the right texture. Had to order another naan to soak up the delicious buttery chicken sauce. Perfect combination..."

Jim O

"Such a fun and tasty spot! Some of the best British-style Indian food in Chicago. I particularly liked the chana masala and the gobi Manchurian, but..."

Jason Xiahou

"Decent and inexpensive. Huge selection of beer and limited menu. Good food, quick service! Had: samosa, butter chicken and garlic nan. The thing..."

Ankit Chainani

"Food was really good and didn't take too long to come out. The Gobi Manchurian told me a lot about the quality of this place. Not many restaurants..."

Russell Simpson

"Awesome British-Indian food! Everything on the menu is phenomenal! Really comfortable environment. In the summer they have a patio! Their brunch is..."

Sadie Winters

"I can't wait to go back here! The food was incredible and the beer selection was perfect. We both were happy to try lots of beer with the smaller..."

Nicole Krause

"The food was clearly homemade using fresh ingredients but I wasn't too impressed. The samosas and the mixed drinks were the best part. I didn't enjoy..."

Henry Nieberg

"Love this restaurant!!! Food is excellent, drinks are unique, and atmosphere is lovely! One of my favorite restaurants in the city. I love the butter..."

Lauren Taylor

"A cool casual spot, gastro pub kinda place. Nice interiors. Their beer list was pretty good. The food was ok, neither good nor bad. I wouldn't mind..."

Sakthi (Sakz)

"I really enjoyed this meal! We ate at the bar. We had the salt cod samosas. They were crisp on the outside, soft in the middle and not greasy. I..."

Paquita P

Lula Cafe

88/100 (6075 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The wait may be an hour, but it is worth it! I went with a group of 5 for brunch and we all loved our meals. I got the shakshuka and it was a perfect..."

Maria Ritten

"Lula is such an amazing place! The ingredients are good, super fresh and the dishes are so unique. I love how everything is creative even when it’s..."

Sophia Winkler-Schor (Sophia Winkler)

"Sometimes places are over-hyped. Lula is not one of those. The meals are well balanced, just right, and everything you want. I will be dreaming of..."

Rebecca C

"I had a wonderful brunch experience at Lula Cafe. The cozy ambiance and attentive staff created a welcoming atmosphere. Although the PASTA..."

Mila's Table

"Hands down my favorite restaurant in Chicago. Incredible food, presentation, and portions. Super cool, friendly, and chill staff. Cute, warm, homey..."

Nicolas C

"Nice and busy location. May have a wait, so don’t expect to just arrive and be seated, have patience. I only had the pancakes, which were delicious..."

Niki Turley

"Fantastic gem of a place that stands out in spite of all the other amazing spots in the Logan square area. The restaurant has a very cute ambiance..."

Anand Rangarathnam

"Really enjoyed brunch at the bar here. It was super crowded Saturday morning, but got two seats at the bar and enjoyed ourselves. The service was..."

Tom Zeien

"Cooking is delicate & well done. Friendly & attentive service. Large dining room & nice patio, gets very busy on weekends. 👍 paparadelli: al dente..."

Robin Hong

"We really loved the place! The food was so tasty and the combination of flavours was spot on. While we were full, we had to have dessert which..."

Jenny Vafeiadou

Yolk - Streeterville

88/100 (4705 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Daniel was our server, and he was really awesome. He put up with my humor which I really appreciate. The food here is pretty darn good I have to..."

Hope Wills

"I loved the options to get smaller portions of food, which was delicious. While the waitress did say the macchiato wasn't like a Starbucks one - it..."

Dawn Balak

"This place is wonderful! The hubby and I shared the 5 egg omelette. Delish and fast. Coffee was on the table right away and my chai latte was one..."

Laurie Reilly

"Very creative menu. Drink is kind of small. Main dish is big serving. Cheese grits is creamy and tasty. Smoke salmon scramble needs more..."

Betty Chen

"We found our favorite breakfast spot in chicago. First time here, and we loved the food. The service was amazing. The cappuccino was good. We ordered..."

JSA_92

"One the best (if not the best, actually Wildberry Pancakes is the only competition) breakfast/brunch place in Chicago. Awesome food, great customer..."

Asad Jahangir (Lion)

"With colder days ahead, every single meal fills you up right to tackle the long Chicago day lol. The skillets and scramble dishes have eggs of..."

Andrew Lentini

"Food was great! Had. Breakfast there. Sat us quickly. Enjoyed the custom lattes very much. Overall..."

Ted Skull

"Stopped by for Saturday Brunch on a 3 day visit of Chicago. Overall, a solid pick for a quicker brunch for an on-the-go schedule. There was around 30..."

Julian T.

"I had the country skillet and it was mostly potatos (70-80%); they could just call it a potato skillet. I was expecting a little more protein; but it..."

abelardo contreras

"Got off the plane and had to wait to check in and we found this place. The food was excellent. The people were great. We were seated instantly on a..."

Jazmin Wambugu

"“Yolk Restaurant exceeded my expectations! The vibrant atmosphere, attentive staff, and, most importantly, the delectable menu made for an..."

Shaik Mohd Rizwan

"Great place for brunch. I really like how they have options for smaller portions. The red velvet French toast was great paired with a..."

Raymond Lin

"Located near Shirley Ryan Ability Labs, it's a great breakfast spot ! Totally love their Ironman breakfast. 5 egg whites and veggies with a side of..."

Sabrina Rosli

"This was great and the food was fantastic. Our waiter Israel didn't miss a beat and was very friendly. A great place for breakfast/brunch in downtown..."

James Clements

"It's worth the walk from our hotel. Huge menu. Large portions. Fast and friendly service. Great with children. Everything was amazing. Prices..."

Shelly Gibbon

"After learning about Yolk on the news, I was eager to give it a try, and I must say, it did not disappoint. During my first visit, I ordered the "the..."

Jabari Slater

"The location in streeterville is extremely convenient, and I would recommend arriving earlier in the day as it can get crowded reasonably..."

Bob Riots

Grand Lux Cafe

88/100 (12722 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"My absolute favorite dish is the Sunday Night Pasta!!! It is succulent! The atmosphere is amazing. I love the decor, so fun and unique! The Belgian..."

Tamiaka Killins

"This was my first and sadly my last visit to the grand lux cafe. After reading an article that this restaurant was closing, i knew i had to try...."

Amanda Plebanski

"Wonderful dining experience. Great spot with good quality food prepared quickly and decent prices. The location and building is beautiful. Quality..."

Franz Sanvictores

"Must must MUST! Flew into Chicago for a quick getaway and will be back here EVERY single time I visit. The food was INCREDIBLE! The atmosphere was..."

Romina

"It’s a really nice location. Right on Michigan Avenue. Reminds me of cheesecake factory. I wonder who copied who. Unfortunately, the rumor has it..."

Asif Rehmani

"Today is the last day for this downtown Chicago location. I'm so grateful that I was able to have a final meal here. I have loved this place for..."

jbetha825

"Busy, but didn't have to wait too long for two people. The restaurant was clean and the servers were all friendly and fast. I got the sandwich..."

Clarissa Lopez

"Upon arriving the wait time was horrible and the place appeared pretty empty. But my waitress made up for it!! Tatiana was very friendly and was on..."

Jen W

"The best of our Chicago visit. Excellent location, beautiful art decoration. Food is exquisite with a good variety of entrees at reasonable prices...."

Frankie Solá

"I hate that this restaurant location is closing soon. My first time visiting this restaurant has become my last. However, it was a great experience,..."

Jasmin Johnson

"Gran Lux Cafe in Chicago offers a truly luxurious dining experience. From the moment you enter, you're greeted with an elegant ambiance and attentive..."

Patrícia

"Great atmosphere the dining area was fantastic! The food was great! They did forget our rolls but that was ok. It was pretty packed we were told to..."

Ya’Shica Johnson

"We arrived right when they opened on a Monday, to our surprise it wasn't busy at all. The restaurant is on the second floor off Michigan Ave, and..."

Jessie S

"Great lunch spot. Service and food were good. We got the Chicken Royale and was delicious. It’s a great location. We had a booth by the window..."

Misty Barrett

"We went for dessert! The key lime pie was amazing. The profiterole was not how I had imagined it, but it was OK! Both were huge portions, and the..."

Jo Kouniaki

"I went on the last night they are closing Grand Lakes Cafe after 20 years in Chicago it was a nice big place romantic the windows gives it away the..."

B gentle

"Our server, Mia, was friendly. and attentive. The Spring Rolls appetizer was awesome. The three of us ordered salads which were freshly prepared and..."

Marvis Pharr

The Original Pancake House

88/100 (4929 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"awesome! went here twice while in town for the marathon. everything was good and quick. very diner feel. You get to choose if you want 3 pancakes..."

Arthur Chin

"If you're used to have breakfast (substantial breakfast, not just coffee and some bread/bagel) before 11 a.m. and you're in or near the magnificent..."

Rogelio Del Toro

"We've eaten here two days of our vacation (so far). The western skillet, the veggie skillet, the Santa Fe omelette, and the build-your-own skillet..."

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"Best Gold Coast breakfast spot. Open until around 3pm. Outside seating are is great but it might have little more waiting time. Plates are around..."

Alper Ekmekçi

"This place you better be hungry you get a lot of great food. I would prefer a little less and not as expensive, but I have no complaints. I feel we..."

Kevin B

"Great location. Friendly atmosphere. The wait line to get a table can appear very long, but moves fast. Staff are accommodating. Food is always good..."

Jac W.

"Very good service, friendly staff and foods are just delicious. Recommended for..."

Rustam Effendie

"Amazing Pancakes! One of the best pancakes I’ve ever had and the crepes too. Cute little place, excellent food and great service. Only downside is..."

Niv P

"One of the best places we had breakfast in Chicago. The menu was huge the prices were reasonable The service was fantastic and the food was..."

Bert Goro

"Love the Original Pancake House. Been to six different locations in four states. The service was great. Love the coffee and fresh squeezed OJ . ..."

Neil Hertzman

"If you are looking for an American breakfast place in Chicago, I recommend this place. Pancakes were fabulous. In the summer, lovely atmosphere/..."

Jens Werner

"Bustling breakfast spot that knows what it’s strengths are. Pancakes were fluffy, light, and tasty. I got the pigs in a blanket, which are pancake..."

Rishi G

"Best breakfast spot ever. We made this our breakfast spot to go to whilein chicago. I know there are many more places. But everything was..."

Latrice

"Warm, welcoming spot for a good breakfast. The pancakes—not surprisingly—were light, fluffy, and delicious. I was a visitor, but it seemed like..."

Cathy S

"Food is very tasty and obviously the pancakes are classic. Been coming here for years and slowly the prices have been rising and portions getting to..."

Andy Alpern

Alp's West Restaurant

88/100 (2210 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The food is always served hot and fresh. The service is always prompt, attentive, and friendly. My favorite dishes are: hot turkey open face..."

Mark Bjorkquist

"This place is the bomb! Amazing breakfast! Amazing staff! Amazing portions! I am in..."

Jim Kopeny

"It’s my personal favorite restaurant in the entire Chicagoland area! Friendly staff, great food and a lot of it for a fair..."

Zach Ryland

"The staff was wonderful and the food so fresh and..."

Hinemoa Kram

"Best breakfast anywhere. Hot, fast and super good. Huge omelets. I love that they put flavored creamer on the table, because I don't touch coffee..."

Patricia Taggart

"Perfect late lunch with old friends. It's a classic. Say hi to Bob, the soulful..."

Walter Sanders

"Is our favorite places to eat wonderful people and wonderful..."

Adlemi Perez

"Very good service, great food etc ...been going there for..."

John X Savino

"Always good service and good food. If you haven't tried Alps, go..."

Sam Padrón

"Very good place to grab some traditional diner like food. Atmosphere is nice, with open dining area and service was great. Servers were friendly and..."

Shanice K.

"I visited for the first time today. I was looking for a breakfast place in the area that has parking. We were greeted when we walked in. It took..."

Margie Miranda

"Always good meals. Their omelettes and skillets are the best! Also on Sundays they have the best cream of chicken rice. ..oh yes and if you like..."

Eric Palangana

"We were in Chicago got the weekend and searched for a near by breakfast place. Alps did not disappoint! Great service that was fast. Delicious food!..."

Amber Nelson

"Haven't been here in a long time since moving out of town 7 years ago so the Chicago pricing with inflation was a little shock, but not ridiculous..."

syno crat

"The food was delicious. Better than I expected. We ordered biscuits & gravy w/ a side of sausage & Chicken Stir Fry which cane w/ a salad. Delicious..."

Crystal L

"The service was timely. We were a party of 4 without reservations and waited less than 1 minute to be seated. Waitstaff was corteus and bordering on..."

Roberto Romero-Perez

"Their food selection is very good, and the taste is even better, 👌 😋 🔥 💯 their waitresses are very helpful and always there for you...."

gerardo vazquez

"I started out my visit with a hott bowl of rice & chicken soup. There was a generous portion of rice in my delicious soup; I added a few drops of..."

Juan A. Cano

"Food was fantastic. Portion sizes were on the big side. Everyone that worked here was super nice and happy. Austin was our server and great. Green..."

Sound Decisions

"Yes please!! So very good, probably have our new breakfast place now. We meet up with our daughter and her roomie and BFF and whoever else wants to..."

ReginaC

"We loved having breakfast here. It was such a warm & welcoming environment. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was fantastic and..."

Cassie P

"great food and even friendly..."

Cameron Houseman

"Able to seat a crew of 20 Family atmosphere, servers and greeter very happy attitude. Lighting well lit, Windows surrounding the restaurant to give..."

Derek Kelley

"This is a little place but big in flavor and great staff it's a great little spot I can't say enough of how good the food is. I would love to keep it..."

gerardo perez

"My family and I came in to dine in. Table for 4 and the wait time was not bad at all. We came during brunch time and our food was great. No..."

Yvette Ramirez

"What an amazing experience I had here. Bob (which I believe to be the owner) came by to greet myself and a friend of mine, personally. Thanked us for..."

Miss Ramirez

"Their portions are generous, and the syrup options are a sweet tooth's dream come true. With its friendly service and cozy ambiance, Original Alps..."

alexis nash

Forbidden Root

88/100 (2617 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"definitely needs a reservation! What a great time we had! Atmosphere was cool, place was buzzin! food was great, the burger is BOMB! Salad wasn’t..."

Dave Xa

"This was one of the best meals we have had in Chicago! We ordered the Mushroom Pot Pie and Salmon. Both were incredibly curated. In addition to the..."

Jamie Haruska

"Was here for the brunch, got a flight, the corn soup, brunch ribs, and chicken and waffles. Everything exceeded our expectations and went well with..."

Zapple Cat

"First time coming here and I really liked it! They have great daily specials and do happy hour! I ordered the beer flight which is pre-picked and it..."

Shawn Parra

"This place was a pleasant surprise. I was expecting bar food and very casual, it is rather casual but the food is a cut or two above what I was..."

Kyle Cherry

"We visited Forbidden Root during the week and made a reservation last minute just to ensure we got a table. The restaurant was very laid back and..."

Scott Schenkelberg

"Awesome beer and another vote for the duck dumpling dish. I did find the mushroom pasta to be a bit over cooked, but very helpful staff and..."

Scott Padrick

"Made a reservation and came in early and the table was waiting for us which was nice, first of service was good so we’re the drinks. My chicken..."

Charlie B

"My wife and I have visited here twice: once when the kitchen was closed and another time to eat. With exceptional food, awesome drinks, and good..."

Brandon Skinner

"Fun and interesting beer selection. Enjoyed the atmosphere and it's cool that the brewery/restaurant used to be an old movie theatre! The mushroom..."

Sophia Siegel

"When my girlfriend told me she had to reserve this place two weeks in advance I was a bit skeptical but oh my god it is well worth the wait. This..."

Nick

"Food was delicious but the Duck and Dumplings was overly salty. Everything else was wonderful. I would also probably ask not to be seated at the very..."

Kevin Ladd

"Probably have been here 15+ times in the past year and will be coming back 30+ more. You can't go wrong here. Food is always good, beer is a..."

Storm D'Angelo

"I decided to try something a little bit different from what I normally would order and went with the pork. Schnitzel sandwich. I generally come..."

Larry Buonaguidi

"Such a great place to eat and drink. We love the popcorn and cheese and crackers apps. The duck and short rib dishes are delicious. Definitely try..."

Lindsey G

"I had dinner here last night and was so impressed with the food considering it's a brewery. I tried the duck gnocchi and a fried chicken sandwich and..."

Olivia M.

"Great spot for quick apps or drinks. Beer flight was very good, and their shot selection was nice too. Cheeseboard was adequate. The burger was..."

Jerry Varghese

"Strawberry basil beer and fried chicken sandwich is my go to order from forbidden root! Is a great place for a large group with plenty of variety in..."

Harina Jayswal

"Higher end food menu for a brewery. Will have to come back to try other items on the menu. The malted vinegar popcorn was a pleasant surprise. ..."

Jarel Gandhi

Aroy Thai

88/100 (1174 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Aroy is a favorite stop of mine - authentic Issan(northern) style Thai made with lots of flavor and spice. I highly recommend the pork neck salad..."

Scott Meyer

"The Pineapple Curry with Shrimp was divine! I am not a fan of spicy food but this curry was a delicate balance of citrus coconut flavors and chili..."

Audrey Martina

"One of 4 places thst served real Thai food. No premade dish by Mexicans . If u wanna be adventurous get the isaan sausage and sour intention soup or..."

Sisouk Sisavath

"Good food, great service very authentic expectcialy fried..."

Khajitbhan Khwunta Colonna

"This is my go to spot for Thai. I've tried others around Chicagoland but nothing compares. I suggest the Satay Chicken, Shu-Mai and Tom Kha soup..."

Danny Perez

"It's where Thai people go to eat Thai Food. Nice cozy family..."

'Paul Xumsai

"This place rocks! The food is so fresh and delicious! We will be back for..."

Minnie Stinaldi

"The best food, service and the cook, well she is amazing:) thank you for the many years of happiness eating at your restaurant. Virginia from..."

Virginia Ait Said

"Best Thai restaurant in town. Original thai food with good..."

Siwipan Changtham

"I've had the best lunches here with my friends. Great..."

Aurora Rogojan La Rocque

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Tony Rangel

"After seeing Aroy Thai featured on local favorite Check, Please! last weekend, we thought the coldest day of the year a perfect time to go on a field..."

Shrewd Foodies

"Very authentic thai. One of the best thai food in..."

Oon1

"Aroy indeed!. "Aroy" means "delicious" in Thai, and I couldn't have picked a better name myself for this Ravenswood storefront that sits in the..."

Mistermary

" The green curry was well balanced and I really liked both dishes. Highly recommended, and..."

Jack Jackson

"Recommend the morning glory and beef boat noodle dishes. Crispy pork and century egg dish was too soggy and not as crispy as it should have been...."

Fame S

"So good, can’t wait to go back. Good prices, & great service. Flavors bright and full, lots of contrasting textures. Sausage appetizer simple but..."

Danny Sweis

"Pretty authentic for what it is! Just much more expensive than what it should be Amazing pad Thai and mango stick rice (seasonal and limited..."

Bessy Tam

"Soooo delicious, super friendly. it's cash only but they have an atm inside, which is very thoughtful and convenient. this is honestly one of the..."

Leo Su

"wow! my Thai friend said this is her favorite place so that is why we went. it did not disappoint. the food is super affordable and they give u great..."

Kathrin Kois

"The skin of the fresh spring rolls was little bit hard. The fried tofu was hard too. I think their entrees taste better than the appetizers. The..."

K Liew

"Amazing. The food is delicious and good service. I never wait long for the..."

Analiese Corral

"Aroy Thai is probably the most popular restaurant among Thais living in Chicago. I know Thai people living in the suburbs that will make the drive..."

Miki

"Truly Delish! They utilize a 1-5 spiciness scale which is brilliant. This “boat noodle” dish with pork was fantastic, as was the lemongrass..."

Michael Cicetti

"Food is delicious. My daughter recommended me to go. Me and my best friend enjoy it. I have pad Thai shrimp, Pad kee Mao beef , green curry chicken,..."

Jennifer Wu

"Excellent Thai food, amazing flavors. Tried the chicken wings, steak salad and Tom Khai soup, everything was super delicious, including a Thai tea...."

Antonia Asimis

"One of the best restaurants in the city! Clockwise top left Phrik khing swai fish The fish has a thick chewy coating that soaks up the..."

Grace Palmer

"We got a couple dishes to go. Pork neck salad and Pad See Ew. Caution with the spice! I got level 3 and was dying (I can normally tolerate a good..."

Shannon McCabe

"My husband he is Thai so we have visited almost every Thai restaurant in Chicago. I visited long time ago Aroy and I loved it but then we didn't come..."

Jorge Martinez

"I am particularly picky when it comes to thai food. I have a Thai brother-in-law and have enjoyed truly authentic cuisine. This was sooooo good...."

Paula Sontag

"I love Thai food and have been to many Thai restaurants in Chicago, and this is the #1 on my list. Here are my go-tos: *****Pad kee mao and Pad see..."

Meng Yan

"I love that i live within walking distance. The flavors are so bright & beautiful. The portions are generous enough we always take some home for..."

Patrick Armstrong

"One the best Thai food places in the city. Super authentic. Has a Thai menu for Thai people. Tom yum is a bit salty but that's my tongue..."

Pearl P

The Kitchen American Bistro

88/100 (3429 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I loved the combination of a great river view and chicken sandwich. Just a heads up, there were small mosquitoes everywhere in my drink and the food...."

katayoun kh

"We had an excellent experience at this place. Staff is super nice and service is great. The menu is very creative with a nice mix of vegan,..."

Anand Rangarathnam

"Food is amazing and the staff is so nice!! Definitely get a fun cocktail they are delicious! The lobster roll and the carrots are both incredible and..."

Sammi

R G

"This was a great place that our team went to. We were able to have a great meal and build together because the staff took care of every detail. From..."

Ernest Nee-Nueh Nortey

"Delicious Fried Chicken Sandwich and wonderful fries. Perfect shared light lunch. Expansive and creative menu- though our choice was quite..."

Emily

"We went here for dinner on a beautiful summer evening and the location is perfect right on the river. We ordered the fries to start and the aioli..."

Dave S

"Two words: Mousse Dome. Hands down the best dessert I’ve ever had in my life. This place has the most beautiful interior and the vibe was perfect...."

Tesa Edwards

"This location has an incredible vibe. I loved all of the little details in the furniture and decor. The service was okay, but the food makes up for..."

JL Vic

"Made a visit to The Kitchen today and were fortunate enough to get to sit on their riverside patio for it's first day of the season. The southern..."

Nathan Ver Beek

"Having lunch at The Kitchen was such a pleasant experience. The view of the Chicago River was incredible. We enjoyed watching all the boats go by and..."

Maureen Rzasa

"Get ready to embark on an extraordinary culinary journey at The Kitchen American Bistro in the heart of Chicago's River North! 🥂🍽️ Our..."

Mila's Table

"The staff at this establishment was amazing and the food was incredible. Plus there is always something about tall ceilings and natural light in an..."

Velocity Kyle

"Delicious food in the river north! Plenty of vegetarian options too! Would highly..."

Adithya Raghuraman

"My firm had an amazing client dinner at the Kitchen last night in their Root Room. Everything was awesome from the service to the food to the..."

Kimberly Coleman

"Running review: Back for the Cauliflower dish and was able to dine on the River ‘patio’ narrow space, high top bar like seating over looking the..."

Tammy Owins

"Small portions but we knew that going in and they were amazing. Cocktails were unmatched and amazing views on the river. A must..."

Tyler Andrus

"Chicago is absolutely a Beer town. These plates though! A magnificent collection of flavors. Order at..."

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