Vegan and vegan-friendly places in North Chicago

We list 190 places in North Chicago where vegans can eat: 4 100% vegan and 186 with vegan options. Cuisines you’ll find: Sandwiches, Doughnuts, Pizza, and Mexican. 100% vegan spots include Penelope’s Vegan Taqueria, elephant & vine, and Planta Queen.

Listed by vegan level (100% vegan first). Within a level: places where we know what to order vegan first, then by rating and number of vegan dishes; chains come after independent places, one entry per chain.

1. Penelope’s Vegan Taqueria

   🌱100% veganRestaurant · Mexican

   230 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago

   Vegan: Soy al Pastor, Soy Chorizo, Carnitas

2. elephant & vine

   🌱100% veganRestaurant · Burgers

   2315 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago

   Vegan: Thai Sweet Chili Bowl, Protein+Avo Salad Bowl

3. Sweet Vegan Bakes

   🌱100% veganRestaurant

   50 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago

4. Planta Queen

   🌱100% veganRestaurant

   413 North Clark Street, Chicago

5. Chicago Cut Steakhouse

   Vegan optionsRestaurant · Steak house, Steak, Seafood

   300 North LaSalle Boulevard, Chicago

6. Sweet Vegan Bakery

   Vegan optionsBakery

   409 West North Avenue

7. Jamba

   Vegan optionsFast food · Juices

   875 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago

   Vegan: Apple ‘n Greens, Greens ‘n Ginger, Mega Mango

8. Jimmy John's

   Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

   Chain · 8 locations here

   Vegan: Vegetable sandwich; order without cheese and mayonnaise., French Bread, Avocado Spread

9. Pure

   Vegan optionsOther

   Chain · 2 locations here

   Vegan: Purple Haze, Skinny Coco, Pure Pina Colada

10. Red Lobster Brasil

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    600 N Dearborn St, Chicago

    Vegan: Pasta Marinara, House Salad, Chesapeake Fries

11. Taco Bell

    Vegan optionsFast food · Tex-Mex

    Chain · 4 locations here

    Vegan: Bean Burrito, Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito, Spicy Potato Soft Taco · Ask for listed customizations; Fresco Style removes dairy toppings and adds pico de gallo.

12. Dunkin'

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Doughnuts

    Chain · 13 locations here

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Plain, Cinnamon Raisin

13. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Peppermint Patty, Snow Cone Sorbet, Frosé Sorbet

14. P.F. Chang's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps, Buddha’s Feast, Ma Po Tofu

15. The Cheesecake Factory

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    875 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago

    Vegan: Vegan Cobb Salad, Thai Lettuce Wraps with Avocado, Orange Cauliflower Bowl

16. Baskin-Robbins

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    200 East Ohio Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Real Fruit Smoothies, Iced Cold Brew, Lemon Sorbet · Ask which non-dairy flavors are available at the local shop; flavors vary by location. The chain notes that all menu items are prepared in the same area, so cross-contact is possible.

17. Benihana

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Japanese, Teppanyaki, Steak

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Cucumber Roll, Vegetable Roll, Avocado Roll

18. Burger King

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    1401 West Fullerton Avenue, Chicago

    Vegan: Impossible Whopper, French Toast Sticks, Hash Browns

19. CAVA

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mediterranean

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Crispy Falafel, Spicy Greens, Hummus

20. Just Salad

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant · Salads

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Tokyo Supergreens, Tofu, Earth Bowl, Vegan Chipotle

21. Moe's Southwest Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Mexican

    155 W Kinzie St, Chicago

    Vegan: Tofu, Black Beans, Pinto Beans · Build a burrito, bowl, tacos, nachos or salad using the listed vegan bases, proteins, beans, rice, produce and sauces; omit cheese and other non-vegan toppings.

22. Sweetgreen

    Vegan optionsFast food · Salads

    Chain · 5 locations here

    Vegan: Shroomami, Hummus Crunch, Super Green Goddess

23. Auntie Anne's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pretzel

    835 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago

    Vegan: Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel, Sweet Almond Pretzel, Sweet Glaze Dip

24. California Pizza Kitchen

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    52 East Ohio Street, Chicago

    Vegan: White Corn Guacamole + Chips, Dakota Smashed Pea + Barley Soup, Banh Mi Power Bowl

25. Einstein Bros. Bagels

    Vegan optionsFast food · Bagels

    400 North Dearborn Street, #100E, Chicago

    Vegan: Avocado Toast, Cinnamon Raisin Bagel, Natural Peanut Butter

26. Nando's

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Chicken, Portuguese

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Rainbow Bowl, Spicy Mixed Olives, Portuguese Tomato & Cucumber Salad

27. Panda Express

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chinese

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Eggplant Tofu, Chow Mein, Super Greens

28. Panera Bread

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches, Bakery

    Chain · 4 locations here

    Vegan: Steel Cut Oatmeal with Strawberries & Pecans, Classic Avo Toast, Mediterranean Veggie

29. Pinkberry

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Frozen yogurt

    635 North State Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Coconut Milk Coconut, Coconut Milk Chocolate, Just Fruit Peach Passion

30. Quiznos

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sandwiches

    164 W Division St, Chicago

    Vegan: Veggie Guacamole, Apple Harvest Salad, Sammie · Build a custom sub, sammie or salad with the guide's listed vegan toppings and sauces; ask for no cheese on Veggie Guacamole and use red wine vinaigrette on Apple Harvest Salad.

31. Subway

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 11 locations here

    Vegan: Veggie Patty, Artisan Italian (White), Oil · Build a Veggie Delite sandwich or salad with vegan-friendly vegetables and condiments; choose an approved bread. Veggie Patty availability varies by location.

32. Ben & Jerry's

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago

    Vegan: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Key Lime Pie, Mochaccino Chip

33. Chipotle

    Vegan optionsFast food · Mexican

    Chain · 7 locations here

    Vegan: Sofritas, Black Beans, Pinto Beans · Build your own burrito, bowl, salad, tacos or kid’s meal with vegan components; the official site suggests Sofritas, black or pinto beans, brown rice and vegetables/salsa.

34. Dairy Queen

    Vegan optionsFast food · Desserts & ice cream · Ice cream, Burgers, Chicken

    2200 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago

    Vegan: Non-Dairy Dilly® Bar, Misty® Slush, Pretzel Sticks

35. Insomnia Cookies

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Bakery

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegan Gluten Free Chocolate Chip, Vegan Birthday Cake, Vegan Chocolate Chunk

36. Jet's Pizza

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    409 W Chicago Ave, Chicago

    Vegan: Cinnamon Stix, Italian, Raspberry Vinaigrette · Choose one of the listed vegan crusts, sauces and toppings; order without cheese. All products are prepared in a shared kitchen.

37. Maggiano's Little Italy

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

    516 North Clark Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Spaghetti & Marinara, Spaghetti Marinara, Roasted Garlic Broccoli

38. Paris Baguette

    Vegan optionsBakery · Restaurant · Bakery

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegan Chocolate Chip Muffin, Vegan Blueberry Muffin, Gluten-Free Vegan Double Chocolate Chip Mini Loaf

39. Peet's Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Everything Plant-Based Sandwich, Cold Brew Oat Lattes, Pumpkin Latte

40. Potbelly

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 13 locations here

    Vegan: PB&J, Veggie Sandwich, Apple Walnut Salad

41. Starbucks

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 35 locations here

    Vegan: Caffe Latte, Caffe Mocha, Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

42. Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    Vegan optionsOther

    214 E Grand Ave, Chicago

    Vegan: Detox Island Green, Island Green, Acai Berry Boost

43. Uno Pizzeria & Grill

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Vegan Garden Pizza, Vegan Cheese Pizza, Vegan Cheeseburger Deep Dish

44. True Food Kitchen

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    1 West Erie Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Vegan Double Cheeseburger, Chocolate Chip Cookie à la Mode, Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream

45. Buona

    Vegan optionsFast food · Italian

    613 North McClurg Court, Chicago

    Vegan: Vegan Italian Beef, Vegan Italian Beef Bowl

46. Jersey Mike's Subs

    Vegan optionsFast food · Sandwiches

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Vegetable sub with green bell peppers; order on white bread without Swiss or provolone cheese., Vegetable wrap with green bell peppers; order without cheese.

47. Mendocino Farms

    Vegan optionsRestaurant

    508 North Clark Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Vegan Banh Mi, Spicy Curried Couscous

48. Philz Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Plant Powered Sandwich, Pumpkin Slice (V)

49. Shake Shack

    Vegan optionsFast food · Burgers

    66 East Ohio Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Veggie Shack, Fries

50. TGI Fridays

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    153 East Erie Street, Chicago

    Vegan: The Beyond Meat® Cheeseburger, Gluten-Free Vegan Bun Toasted

51. The Halal Guys

    Vegan optionsFast food · Chicken, Falafel, Gyros

    49 West Division Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Falafel Platter, Falafel Sandwich

52. Cold Stone Creamery

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Ice cream

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Vegan: Silk® Chocolate Almondmilk Frozen Dessert

53. D.P. Dough

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Calzone

    Vegan: Impossiburg Zone · Ask your location which vegan options are available.

54. Domino's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: Build Your Own Pasta

55. Fogo de Chão

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Brazilian, Steak house

    661 North LaSalle Drive, Chicago

    Vegan: Seared Tofu with Sesame Black Bean Pasta

56. Joe & The Juice

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 4 locations here

    Vegan: Vegan Avocado Sandwich

57. Kyuramen x TBaar - Downtown Chicago

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Japanese

    6 W Hubbard St, Chicago

    Vegan: Vegetable Miso Ramen

58. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    Chain · 3 locations here

    Vegan: House Salad w/ Croutons

59. Noodles & Company

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pasta

    2000 North Clybourn Avenue, Chicago

    Vegan: Japanese Pan Noodles

60. Portillo's

    Vegan optionsFast food · Hot dogs, Burgers

    100 West Ontario Street, Chicago

    Vegan: Garden Dog

61. Sbarro

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Italian

    222 Merchandise Mart Plz, Chicago

    Vegan: Garden

62. White Castle - La Nordica

    Vegan optionsFast food · Restaurant

    640 N Wabash Ave, Chicago

    Vegan: Southwest Veggie Slider

63. Zenshi Sushi

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Sushi

    102 W Division St, Chicago

    Vegan: Vegetable Roll 10pc

64. Blue Bottle Coffee

    Vegan optionsCafé

    Chain · 2 locations here

    Order a milk-based beverage with oat milk (the default), or select almond milk.

65. Sarpino's Pizzeria

    Vegan optionsFast food · Pizza

    158 West Division Street, Chicago

    Ask your local Sarpino’s which vegan menu items it offers; availability varies by location.

66. Can't Believe It's Not Meat

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · American

    Chain · 2 locations here

67. Chicago Bagel Authority

    Vegan optionsFast food · Bagels

    953 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago

68. Gino's East

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Pizza

    162 East Superior Street, Chicago

69. Gotham Bagels

    Vegan optionsFast food · Bagels

    162 East Superior Street, #B

70. Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

    Vegan optionsDesserts & ice cream · Restaurant

    737 N Dearborn St, Chicago

71. Velvet Taco

    Vegan optionsRestaurant · Fast food · Tex-Mex

    1110 North State Street, Chicago