Best Vegan Restaurants in Boystown

"Chicago Diner, founded in 1983, is vegetarian from the outset. While the restaurant provides several options for its customers, everything on the menu is entirely vegetarian. Vegetarian choices at this Chicago restaurant are all vegan, or else the menu can easily be modified to suit a vegan guest’s dietary needs."

"Proudly meat-free since 1983, Chicago Diner serves up classic diner staples without any animal products. Yep, there's steak and eggs, Reuben sandwiches and chilaquiles all without meat, cheese or eggs and just as good as the real thing. But it’s the oh-so-creamy milkshakes that will convert committed carnivores."

"Restaurants Vegetarian Boystown. Even non-vegetarians know Chicago Diner. The vibe is that of a normal, everyday diner, albeit with soy whip, tofu and tempeh on the giant menu."

"A post shared by Urban Vegan Thai Cuisine (@urbanvegan_chicago). They had me at Mango Sticky Rice, my favorite Thai dessert. But you’ll find all of your most beloved Thai dishes — even a “Seafood” Tom Yum Soup made with soy fish and soy shrimps — veganified."

"For fast and friendly service, dine-in or carry-out, check out Urban Vegan. The menu has loads of Thai and Asian dishes. Try the soy chicken nuggets, spicy tofu, Pad See Ew, spicy glass noodles, pumpkin eggplant and more."

"Curries, chicken satay, fried rice, wraps, and more, all at Urban Vegan!. If you’re looking for delicious Thai food, you know just where to head. You can also find them on their own mobile app."

"When you think of vegetarian restaurants in Chicago, there is no doubt about where you can go: it’s Native Foods Cafe. Foods offer fast, inexpensive meal options such as Thai chili Brussel sprouts and full entrees such as orange cauliflower with fried brown rice as a nationally popular, fast-casual vegetarian restaurant. No matter what you eat here, the food still tastes fresh and flavorful."

"You can't miss Native Foods Cafe when it comes to vegetarian diets. Native Foods is a national fast-casual vegetarian chain that offers quick bites like Thai chili Brussel sprouts and full entrees like orange cauliflower with fried brown rice."

"This popular restaurant chain runs several vegan restaurants in Chicago. This restaurant never disappoints!. If you are in the mood for nachos or burgers, or you want something simple like soup or chili, this restaurant has you covered."

"Veganism supports a more ethical and sustainable world, and Alice & Friends Vegan Kitchen in Chicago, IL embody just these principles!. You’ll find delicious food from around the world, and what’s even better is that their menu is seasonal. That means you’ll know that your purchase doesn’t have to be flown from across the world to make it to your plate."

"Alice & Friends’ Vegan Kitchen was founded by Alice Lee in 2001. They are steadfast in their commitment to vegan living. Their lifestyle flows out of genuine respect for all living things and a wish to make as little impact as possible on their ecosystem."

"Owners Andy and Gina Kalish have created indulgent, crave-worthy fare without the use of meat at their plant-based diner. The popular Clucker Crisps are comprised of a garbanzo bean and gluten seitan mixture and seasoned with garlic, onion, and paprika. They’re available as a basket or in a sandwich."

"Given “a 100% animal-free zone” being listed, Uptown’s Kal’ish (which opened in 2017) is proud to be serving up flavorful and satisfying vegan foods. We make mouthwatering burgers, deli sandwiches, Mexican fare, ice cream, and pastries. Delicacies that you will love."

"Great burgers, sandwiches, Mexican food, ice cream and house-made desserts. What’s not to love?!. This clean and dainty place is a feel-good spot where you can relax, chat with the friendly staff and enjoy good food."

"Spiaggia is an excellent Michelin-rated restaurant located on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. Spiaggia serves modern Italian cuisine from an exceptionally elegant location. Spiaggia isn’t only regarded for food."

"Pablo Picasso produced this monumental piece of public art for Chicago in the mid-1960s. Standing in Daley Plaza, the Chicago Picasso weighs almost 147 metric tons and stands over 15 metres tall. Since it was unveiled in 1967, the work, rumoured to depict French model Lydia Corbett who sat for a series of drawings for Picasso in the 1950s, is a landmark for the city and something for kids to clamber on."

"This massive cubist sculpture by Pablo Picasso was the first major piece of public artwork of its kind in downtown Chicago, and today, this Daley Plaza piece is a major landmark. Choose your selfie position — “The Picasso” looks quite different depending on where you stand."

"Grab lunch at a nearby café and browse the shops in The Loop. Make your way over to Millennium Park to see the famous Cloud Gate (a.ka. the bean). It’s usually busy during the day, but you might get lucky by going early in the morning before other tourists arrive."

"The current building was designed by Loebl, Schlossman and Bennett in 1957, although the Chicago Loop Synagogue was founded in 1929 for Jewish workers downtown and visitors. A must-see here is a wall of stained glass crafted by Abraham Rattner. Open Sunday, October 20, from noon to 5 p.m."

"Restaurants French North Center. Robert et Fils sends us time-traveling into the depths of chef-owner Rob Shaner's childhood, when his late father's job took the family to Paris when Shaner was a teenager. In addition to falling in love with the food and culture, father and son (Bob and Rob) dropped their American names in favor of the more French-sounding Robert."

"Ace Hotel Chicago was once home to an Italian-American cheesemaking company, and now this industrial brick building in Chicago's West Loop features 159 minimalist, Bauhaus-inspired rooms, decorated with local artwork. Rooms come with flat-screen TVs, and some of them are even equipped with a turntable with a selection of vinyl records. The hotel also has a rooftop terrace and lounge, Waydown, for stunning city views, and a top-notch restaurant, City Mouse."

"Ace Hotel is located in Chicago’s West Loop, Fulton Market in an industrial building that was once home to an Italian-American cheesemaking company. Grab a drink at waydown, the rooftop watering hole, or at Lovage, an all-day cafe. Book any room at Ace Hotel Chicago this Valentine’s Day weekend (Feb 11—14) and they’ll throw in a bottle of bubbles, six house-made truffles from Chef Felicia, and add a luxurious late checkout."

"One of the most unique coffeeshops in Chicago, owner Phil Sipka came over from Robust Coffee Lounge to give Englewood a coffeeshop and alternative to fast food. He uses beans from Bridgeport Coffee. There's a small but dedicated group of people who show up for these early Saturday morning hours for some tranquility..."