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Chicago Diner
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant and Diner$$$$
Lake View East, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Serious Eats and AFAR Media
"They were delicious along with the ice cream and black bean burgers."(7 Tips)
"The vegan milkshakes are also absolutely amazing!"(4 Tips)
"Try the Radical Reuben - Easily the best vegan Reuben ever made!"(4 Tips)
"The chocolate peanut butter cookie dough milkshake is incredible."(5 Tips)
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Madeline GullettAugust 18, 2014Everything! Great for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone who likes burgers and milkshakes. My sweet potato burger with avocado etc was fantastic and so was the vegan Mac n cheese on the side! A fav place
Becky DeFordDecember 19, 2013My boyfriend got the ruben sandwich & loved the sauerkraut. I got the spicy black bean w/ a side of kale &Ginger so good!! We topped off our lunch with splitting a peanut butter cookie dough shake!
Łaine ĘliżabėthDecember 13, 2018I literally dream about this amazing vegetarian diner. I could write 500 words on how awesome the food and the staff are here. This is an ABSOLUTE must restaurant for vegetarians and carnivores alike.
Veg WiseJune 6, 2017Go hungry and even then you may want to split a meal! We had more than half the Titanic Burger & Country fried steak leftover- it would've fed at least 4 ppl! Desserts were amazing so save some room😂
Laura M.May 6, 2018Everything we tried here was delicious! The staff were very kind and were happy to share with us what their favourite menu items were.
Dora TungNovember 1, 2014Vegans, vegetarians, non vegetarians will love this place. I recommend the Thai chili wings as an appetizer. I love that there is a small lot adjacent to the diner. Rare in Chicago
Serious EatsMay 16, 2013Though this diner doesn't serve any meat, it serves the kind of greasy food diners are known for. The radical reuben, a vegan reworking of the classic sandwich, is just as good as its meatier cousin.
LoolaOctober 21, 2018This place is really good for vegan and vegetarian options 😍👌🏼.I really liked their Milkshakes and the black beans burger is really good!! I highly recommend this restaurant.
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014The thin slices of juicy seitan are impressively flavorful especially when smothered with the creamiest vegan tzatziki sauce you can imagine. The whole deal is wrapped in a perfectly fluffy pita. Read more
Chicago vegan legend. Reuben gets all the love but the truffle melt really, yes, melts my heart. Seitan wings are amazing starters and the peanut butter shake is the best end to your vegan junk feast.
Mark CrozerOctober 25, 2018Had the potato tempeh with tofu scramble and biscuits and gravy. Amazing! Finished with a piece of pumpkin chocolate cheese cake which was very tasty. Rich, creamy and way more calories than needed.
RyanDecember 29, 2014A really special place. Food wonderful and feel is one of a kind. Had the Reuben and the Kale White Bean soup. Both were outstanding. I think they make the Thousand Island. I want it on everything.- Renz PeeOctober 17, 2014The food here was great . Got my non-vegetarian grandfather to try the veggie ribs and he liked them! They were delicious along with the ice cream and black bean burgers. Must walk through the kitchen
Adam CernyMay 12, 2015Everything is good here! I would recommend the pizza popper appetizer. You'd NEVER believe it's vegan. The salted caramel milkshake is also divine. 🍭
XinnieNovember 2, 2017Finally get to try this place! Even the delivered food is impressive. Had the Thai chili wings, yummy! My bf liked his truffle mushroom loafer too. Will dine in next time for sure.
AFAR MediaAugust 4, 2014With an extensive menu of food and drink, the friendly staff can cater to all of your comfort food fantasies, and even make it a bit healthy along the way. Read more
ShalimarJuly 5, 2016I think is my favorite vegan restaurant ever! Loved everything I had here. This location is more cramped than the other one but it's across the street from Roscoe's!
Darwin FlowersJune 16, 2017Loved it...and this is coming from a definite carnivore! Had no idea I walked into a vegan restaurant, but I'm glad I did! Food and service was top-notch!
The buffalo wings were some of the best buffalo wings I've ever tried - and I'm a meat eater who loves wings! Tastes amazing - you won't even know it's not chicken!
VegNews MagazineOctober 29, 2012The spicy Buffalo-style wings are to-die-for, and the creamy soy shakes are truly delightful. Also awesome: the biscuits ‘n' gravy, tempeh Reuben, chicken-fried steak, and cookies-and-cream cake.
VNessa HJanuary 21, 2013I had a salad from here that seemed to take a while BUT when I got my salad I started to wonder if they hadn't plucked the vegetables fresh from their own garden. SO FRESH and delicious!
Jeff EarlyNovember 24, 2015Great place for a carnivore to take a vegan! Delicious food, do not go expecting it will taste the same as meat, go and explore how good vegetarian can be.
Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014Looks like a classic American diner but serves vegetarian and vegan versions of comfort foods such as reuben sandwiches, country-fried steak and even a turkey dinner on Thanksgiving. Read more
Morgan BrychelJuly 29, 2012My favorite restaurant of all time. Some of the "fake" meat items like the rueben or the gyro are better than their "real" counterparts. I'd definitely recommend the desserts and the shakes, as well.
Nia MorenoJune 22, 2012Meat Free since '83! Almost everything on the menu is vegan! You can't go wrong with anything, but try the roasted veg polenta, grilled portabello or caprese sandwich. Don't forget dessert! Yum!
Mary S.March 10, 2013Planning a party and need a fab cake, but need to accommodate a range of food allergies in your group? The bakery here can deal w/lactose-, nut-, and gluten-free requests & make it pretty and delish!
Pam De SilvaOctober 6, 2015Fantastic vegan comfort food. The cookie dough peanut butter milkshake is a must! Concocted from soy milk and corn ice cream goodness.
Seriously meat free but couldn't tell. The gyros was great! Nice small selection of craft beer. Crowded but loved the diner atmosphere. Nice servers.
Travel ChannelDecember 7, 2010The Chicago Diner is a haven of meatless dining. Truly tantalizing to the vegan sect are their non-dairy desserts like black forest, cookies and cream or lemon cakes. Read more
Kingsley YoungerMarch 10, 2015All the desserts here are complete vegan. Featured on Unique Desserts. Must try the orange lime raw vegan cheesecake and cocoa mousse cake!
DinkyShop SGMarch 17, 2013Good variety on menu.. Good service. Place is a lil seedy, grimy tho'.. Time to wash down & paint the interior & walls. Milk carton sitting out unrefrigerated.. I doubt the glass shelves get washed..- Summer DietzJanuary 18, 2018The radical reuben is SO GOOD! The vegan milkshakes are also absolutely amazing!
Ask for the Dagwood. It's not on the menu any more, but it's amazing! Get it with cheddar cheeze.
Dana PanyaOctober 20, 2014I always get a shake to end the meal, no matter how full I am! The peanut butter cookie dough is one of my favorites
Zak HillDecember 20, 2015Vegan shakes and fries are amazing. It's easy to spend a more money than you plan on here, but you won't be disappointed
FLee Queen of TartsJune 28, 2012A vegan/veggie friendly restaurant in Lakeview, not far from the GAYHOP. They have (v) burgers, (v) shakes, even beer. Busy on weekends so call ahead.
The Reuben is my all time favorite sandwich. Best food in the world. This is also one of the top vegetarian restaurants in the whole country!
Daniel MillerAugust 20, 2016The shakes, Reuben, country fried everything, everything is good. Make sure to get the mac&cheese
The titanic burger is the best burger on the menu! For brunch the scrambled tofu and cinnamon rolls are the way to go!
Bradley CampbellMarch 15, 2012Amazing veggie comforts! Try the buffalo chickün wings and wash it down with a Vanilla Chaï milkshake. Amazing service by beautiful people!
ZocDocOctober 20, 2011Start off your day with a well-balanced meal at The Chicago Diner! We’re pretty enticed by their “soul bowl”, which features quinoa, sweet potatoes and your choice of tofu or eggs. Yum!
Wigglyville PetboutiqueApril 19, 2012Vegetarian & Vegan, place has great comfort food and awesome brunch. Great drinks - beer, wine, smoothies, specialty drinks.www.veggiediner.com
James DelnortFebruary 10, 2013When cold outside put your name on the waiting list right away, even if you're waiting on your party to show, and use the enclosed waiting area behind the restaurant instead of standing in the cold.
LeleJune 24, 2012A must stop for anyone who loves veg restaurants, has a fantastic atmosphere. Check out the buffalo wings - the best ever.
Leanne VanderbylJuly 15, 2011Some of the best vegan fare in America. The vegan buffalo "wings" are a must-try - better than real wings, and that's coming from a carnivore!
Jake SmithOctober 30, 2012Grab a side of mac and cheese for a classic comfort food gone vegan. I don't know how they do it, but it's good.- RyanApril 17, 2016The herb gravy on the mashed potato side drenches them but is still really light and tasty.
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(773) 935-6696
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