Majani – American
Majani serves as a vibrant sanctuary where the soulful aromas of Southern comfort meet a fresh, plant-based philosophy. Golden-fried grits and crispy black-eye pea fritters lead the way for hearty "soul bowls" overflowing with velvety mac and cheese or savory beans and rice, all crafted to nourish both the body and the spirit. This inviting space reimagines traditional flavors through a garden-inspired lens, turning earthy oyster mushrooms and smoky BBQ cauliflower into a modern celebration of heritage cooking.
7167, South Exchange Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60649 +17733594019 https://www.majani.biz0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Majani
Dairy-Free at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Grits, Falafel Taco and Collard Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Grits, Chick'n & Waffles and Candied Yams. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Taco and Mushroom Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Grits, Falafel Taco and Mushroom Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Grits, Candied Yams and Beans & Rice Soul Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Candied Yams, Sorrel and Oyster Mushroom Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Collard Greens and Sorrel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Majani
Majani in Chicago has 12 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Grits, Candied Yams and Oyster Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Majani
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| Mushroom Coffee | 30.2 g | 37.8 g |
| Shrimp Taco | 18.2 g | 29.9 g |
| Hummus and Pita | 39.8 g | 25.7 g |
| Falafel Burger | 42.8 g | 20 g |
| Mac N Cheese | 50.5 g | 18 g |
| Oyster Mushrooms | 37.1 g | 15.2 g |
| Gyro Sandwich | 98.1 g | 14.6 g |
| Falafel Taco | 31.6 g | 12 g |
| BBQ Cauliflower | 12.8 g | 10.6 g |
| Stir Fry Bowl | 20.8 g | 8.3 g |
| Black Eye Pea Fritters | 28 g | 4.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- BBQ Cauliflower - $12.5: Lightly battered and fried, choose between barbecue or buffalo sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Eye Pea Fritters - $9.7: Ground black eye peas lightly fried and served with choice of sauces: Plum habanero, mango habanero, or BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Grits - $9.7: Lightly battered grits topped with a fresh tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Fritters - $9.7: Ground sprouted chick peas & spices, cilantro served with a side of tahini sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oyster Mushrooms - $12.5: Crispy oyster mushrooms served with a side of bbq or buffalo sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus and Pita - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Soul Bowls
- Mac and Cheese Soul Bowl - $22: Smoky jerk tofu, creamy mac & house-made soy cheese, collard greens, cane sugar sweet potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Soul Bowl - $22.8: Capellini pasta & marinara, served with collard greens. Choice of protein. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stir Fry Bowl - $18.87: Wok fried vegetables with toasted sesame oil, gf soy sauce, garlic and ginger. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beans & Rice Soul Bowl - $22.8: Daily beans, greens, rice, cornbread, and a small garden salad. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Soul Tacos
- Oyster Mushroom Taco - $15.18: Crispy oyster mushrooms with lettuce, tomatoes & fresh guacamole Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Taco - $15.18: Ground chickpea seasoned with fresh herbs & spices, lightly fried, served with guacamole lettuce, tomato, garlic sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lion's Mane Taco - $15.18: Lion's mane taco, served with grilled onion, fresh guacamole, garlic sauce, lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Taco - $15.18: Battered vegan shrimp served with garlic sauce, lettuce, tomato, guacamole. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers and Wraps
- Falafel Burger - $17.2: Seasoned ground chickpeas, lightly fried served with tahini sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Sandwich - $17.2: Homemade gyro with our own tzatziki sauce, lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers & onions Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sloppy Joe Sandwich - $17.2: Ground lentils mixed with our own sloppy Jo sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Sunday Brunch
- Brunch Special - $25: Smoked mushroom & lentil sausage, scrambled tofu, fried potatoes, quinoa pancakes, cheese grits, and collard greens Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $14: Whole wheat tortilla wrap filled with scrambled tofu, lentil sausage, rice, and garlic sauce Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chick'n & Waffles - $14: Crispy oyster mushrooms on a gluten free waffle served with vanilla syrup Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides & Extras
- Collard Greens - $10: Fresh collards, stems removed, hand cut, tender and savory. Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Mac N Cheese - $10.66: 16oz creamy mac & house-made soy cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Candied Yams - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Ginger Lemonade - $6.69: Fresh ginger, pineapple, & lemon juices made with raw cane sugar.
- Sorrel - $6.69: Hibiscus flowers, fresh pineapple juice, and raw cane sugar. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Mushroom Coffee - $4: Served black only Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Majani
- Is Majani dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Majani has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Grits, Falafel Taco and Collard Greens.
- What can I eat at Majani on a dairy-free diet?
- Fried Grits, Falafel Taco and Collard Greens carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Majani have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fried Grits and Falafel Taco.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Majani?
- Breakfast Burrito, at roughly 62.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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