Looking for vegetarian-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Reuter's Bakery, Bittersweet Pastry Shop and Amy's Candy Bar, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry vegetarian-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Chicago restaurants with vegetarian options. Highly rated spots with authentic vegetarian menu items.
Chicago's Premier Vegetarian Destinations
Chicago’s vibrant culinary landscape offers an incredible array of destinations where vegetarian diners can enjoy much more than just a side salad. This curated selection spans the city's diverse neighborhoods, featuring everything from comforting American staples and handmade Italian pastas to flavorful Middle Eastern plates and refined French techniques. Whether you are looking for a quick bite at a local deli, a sophisticated evening at a Japanese or Mexican eatery, or a sweet treat from a renowned bakery, these establishments ensure every guest finds a satisfying meal.
30 restaurants in Best Chicago Restaurants with Vegetarian Options | Top Rated
- Reuter's Bakery · rated 5/5: 69 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bittersweet Pastry Shop · rated 5/5: 58 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Amy's Candy Bar · rated 5/5: 34 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Melt n Dip · rated 5/5: 29 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Irish Times · rated 5/5: 23 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Love & Light Cafe · rated 5/5: 22 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Dat Donut · rated 5/5: 21 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Strugglebeard Bakery · rated 5/5: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Smakosz Restaurant · rated 5/5: 20 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Polish.
- Al Bawadi Grill · rated 5/5: 18 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Bitter Pops · rated 5/5: 18 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pullman Club Coffee Shop · rated 5/5: 15 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Eli's Cheesecake Factory · rated 5/5: 14 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Paulina Meat Market · rated 5/5: 12 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Beacon Doughnuts · rated 5/5: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Magnifico Coffee · rated 5/5: 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Capri Lounge & Grill · rated 5/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- O'Shaughnessy's · rated 5/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- El Capitan Snacks and Cafe · rated 5/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Imperial Oak Brewing · rated 5/5: 9 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pilot Project Brewing · rated 5/5: 8 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- NYC Bagel Deli · rated 5/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio · rated 5/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Kumiko · rated 5/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Deep Purpl · rated 5/5: 5 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Justice of the Pies · rated 5/5: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Intelligentsia Coffee · rated 5/5: 4 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Three Dots and a Dash · rated 5/5: 3 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Alliance Bakery · rated 4/5: 60 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Wolcott Tap · rated 4/5: 55 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
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.
