Looking for vegan-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Intelligentsia Coffee, NYC Bagel Deli and Three Dots and a Dash, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegan-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best River North restaurants with vegan options. Highly rated spots with authentic vegan menu items.
River North's Premier Vegan Destinations
River North stands as one of Chicago’s most vibrant dining destinations, offering a sophisticated mix of upscale eateries and casual spots that cater to every palate. This curated collection highlights the neighborhood's best restaurants where plant-based diners can enjoy a wealth of vegan options across diverse cuisines, including classic American fare, refined French dishes, and hearty Mediterranean plates. Whether you are looking for a premier steakhouse experience, authentic Italian flavors, or zesty Mexican specialties, these top-tier locations ensure that inclusive dining is always on the menu.
30 restaurants in Best River North Restaurants with Vegan Options | Top Rated
- Intelligentsia Coffee · 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.
- Theory · rated 4/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Library · rated 4/5: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Streeter's Tavern · rated 4/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Aster Hall · rated 4/5: 6 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mother Hubbard's Sports Pub · rated 4/5: 5 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Good Funk · rated 3/5: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Sprinkles Cupcakes · rated 3/5: 7 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sugar Bliss Cake Boutique · rated 3/5: 4 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- No Vacancy: 30 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Taste222: 21 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pizzeria Portofino: 20 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Brightwok Kitchen: 19 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Eataly: 19 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Volare Ristorante Italiano: 16 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Devil Dawgs: 14 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mojo Coffee: 13 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Dick's Last Resort: 12 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- 320 River Bar: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Stan's Donuts & Coffee: 11 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Jake Melnick's Corner Tap: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- River Roast: 10 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Smith & Wollensky: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Beatrix Market: 9 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mastro's Steakhouse: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Doughnut Vault: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Big Shoulders Coffee: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Chicago Chop House: 8 vegan-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
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.
