Picture this: soul food that tantalizes your taste buds without compromising on tradition or flavor, all while being 100% plant-based. Imagine tucking into a deep-dish pizza, so rich and satisfying that you won’t believe it’s vegan. These are not just meals; they’re experiences that redefine what vegan eating can be.
From plant-based soul food to vegan interpretations of classic eats, vegan establishments in Chicago stand out for their unique offerings. If you’re on the hunt for some vegan dishes, we’ve put together a list of restaurants that you can add to your bucket list.
2024 Chicago Southsider Black Vegan Restaurant Guide
Majani Soulful Vegan Cuisine (South Shore)
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Location: 7167 S Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
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Can’t Believe it’s Not Meat (Hyde Park)
photo credit: I Can’t Believe It’s Not Meat
Location: 1368 1/2 E 53rd St Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 675-8208
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Soul Veg City (Chatham)
photo credit: Soul Veg City
Location: 201-209 EAST 75TH Street Chicago, Illinois 60619
773-224-0104
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Demera Ethiopian Restaurant (Uptown)
photo credit: Demera Ethiopian Restaraunt
Location: 4801 N. Broadway Street Chicago, Illinois 60640
(773) 334-8787
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Sweet Vegan Bakes (Old Town)
photo credit: Sweet Vegan Bakes
Location: 409 W North Ave. Chicago, IL 60610
312-526-3555
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The Black Vegan (Little Village)
photo credit: The Black Vegan
Location: 2300 S Kedzie Chicago, IL 60623
773-639-0896
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Vegan World Cafe (Austin)
photo credit: Vegan World Cafe
Location: 5419 W. North Avenue Chicago, IL 60639
773-729-2188
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Conscious Plates (Woodlawn)
photo credit: Conscious Plates
Location: 820 East 63rd Street Chicago, Illinois 60637
(312) 278-3492
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Libby’s Corner Catering (Belmont Central)
photo credit: Libby’s Corner
Location: 5801 W Dickens Avenue CHICAGO, Illinois 60639
(224) 538-1398
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Good Foods Vegan/Vegetarian Deli (South Shore)
photo credit: Good Foods
Location: 1966 East 73rd Street, Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 420-3832
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