Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Reuter's Bakery, Bitter Pops and Bittersweet Pastry Shop, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegan-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Chicago's Upscale Vegan Destinations
Chicago’s plant-based dining scene reaches new heights with this curated selection of upscale vegan destinations found throughout the city. From refined French pastries and elegant Japanese plates to bold Mexican flavors and classic American fare, these establishments prove that meat-free dining is a sophisticated, world-class affair. Whether you are looking for a romantic Italian dinner or a vibrant Spanish-inspired evening, these premier spots offer elevated atmospheres and innovative plant-forward menus for every discerning palate.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Vegan Restaurants in Chicago | Upscale & Vegan
- Reuter's Bakery · rated 5/5: 35 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bitter Pops · rated 5/5: 18 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bittersweet Pastry Shop · rated 5/5: 18 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Amy's Candy Bar · rated 5/5: 17 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Dat Donut · rated 5/5: 14 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Al Bawadi Grill · rated 5/5: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Smakosz Restaurant · rated 5/5: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Polish.
- Pullman Club Coffee Shop · rated 5/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pilot Project Brewing · rated 5/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Strugglebeard Bakery · rated 5/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Irish Times · rated 5/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Love & Light Cafe · rated 5/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Paulina Meat Market · rated 5/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Imperial Oak Brewing · rated 5/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Magnifico Coffee · rated 5/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- O'Shaughnessy's · rated 5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Kumiko · rated 5/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Intelligentsia Coffee · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Beacon Doughnuts · rated 5/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- NYC Bagel Deli · rated 5/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Three Dots and a Dash · rated 5/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio · rated 5/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- El Capitan Snacks and Cafe · rated 5/5: 3 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Wolcott Tap · rated 4/5: 52 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Central Park Bar · rated 4/5: 45 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Remedy · rated 4/5: 44 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Corridor Brewery and Provisions · rated 4/5: 25 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Caribbean American Bakery · rated 4/5: 24 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Caribbean (Note: While "Caribbean.
- Estereo · rated 4/5: 22 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Estereo FM · rated 4/5: 22 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
