A spread by James Beard-nominated chef Rodolfo Cuadros’ Bloom Plant Based Kitchen
From savory breakfast dishes and gourmet donuts to elevated fare, these Chicago restaurants offer inspired plant-based plates.
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1559 N. Milwaukee Ave. / Website
James Beard-nominated chef Rodolfo Cuadros is the talent behind this popular Wicker Park spot. Offering plates like sun-dried tomato sashimi (crispy gohan, sundried tomato sashimi, truffle avocado, kabayaki and serrano chili) and yuca gnocchi (toasted yuca gnocchi, celery root puree, mushrooms sofrito, kale and shaved cashew pecorino), plus an extensive cocktail, kombucha and wine list, this plant-based eatery is one of the city’s best.
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2315 N. Lincoln Ave. / Website
From plant-based breakfast wraps to Korean barbecue Chik’n sandwiches, this Lincoln Park hot spot offers an array of vegan and vegetarian specialties. Don’t miss out on the Thai crunch bowl with seasoned tofu, mixed greens and tasty veggies like edamame and the “Zero Clucks” sandwich with hand-battered Chik’n, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, pickles and house Elephant Sauce.
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2311 W. North Ave. / Website
This cozy Wicker Park restaurant offers fresh, made-from-scratch vegan and vegetarian bites. Whether you’re searching for a go-to breakfast spot or trying something new for lunch or dinner, guests are sure to enjoy favorites such as fried avocado tacos and the “Green Meanie” sandwich.
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3300 W. Montrose Ave. / Website
With an entirely plant-based menu and a slew of cocktails, mocktails and juices, this Albany Park joint is one to visit for small bites, breakfast plates, salads and wraps. Popular favorites include fried oyster mushrooms, Greek fries, jackfruit wraps, seitan tacos and Beyond Chicago-style burgers. Stick around for dessert to try vegan cheesecake and cake slices of the month.
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2054 W. Grand Ave. / Website
Founded in 2013, this West Town eatery and bakery offers a fully vegan menu stocked with scratch-made favorites like donuts, nacho plates, Chicago-style veggie dogs, milkshakes and soft-serve ice cream. The eatery donates a portion of its proceeds to nonprofit animal rights organizations.
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204 N. Clark St.; 230 W. Chicago Ave. / Website
Whether you are craving a refreshing margarita or want to treat yourself to some tasty tacos, this buzzy vegan taqueria has got you covered. With locations in River North and Andersonville, Penelope’s offers plant-based versions of Mexican cuisine staples like sauteed mushroom quesabirria, avocado-topped chilaquiles, soy chorizo burritos and tacos stuffed with pulled oat carnitas, cauliflower al pastor, jackfruit barbacoa and Baja-style beer-battered avocado.
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413 N. Clark St. / Website
At Planta Queen, chefs create 100% plant-based dishes, such as truffle fried rice and assorted sushi rolls. This popular River North spot features various specials throughout the week, with unlimited maki rolls on Maki Monday being a popular favorite. Guests can dine comfortably knowing that the restaurant takes dedicated steps towards environmental sustainability, which is part of the company’s mission.
2508 W. Devon Ave. / Website
Since 1998, this Little India restaurant has been serving up tempting, flavorful vegan and gluten-free Indian cuisine. With healthy, fresh eats, including dishes such as organic tofu tikka masala and raw organic mango cake, Arya Bhavan ensures guests feel good about what they’re eating.
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51 W. Huron St. / Website
An acronym for Raising Awareness Worldwide, RAW celebrates the power of plant-based foods. The spot's freshly prepared raw vegan dishes are designed to nourish, inspire and delight your palate. Sip on a pitaya dragonfruit smoothie, grab a falafel sandwich to-go or indulge your sweet tooth with a coconut cacao truffle.
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3411 N. Halsted St.; 2333 N. Milwaukee Ave. / Website
Meat-free since ’83, The Chicago Diner serves up America’s favorite comfort foods (that even dedicated meat eaters are sure to enjoy) in Lakeview and Logan Square. Tall stacks of pancakes, biscuits and seitan sausage gravy, delicious dairy-free milkshakes and more diner classics are on offer for your next vegan brunch.
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Photography by: COURTESY OF BLOOM PLANT BASED KITCHEN
