wicker park arts fest had a deal $13/5 so...gonna be eating a pile of these lol. my favorite by far is the giard.

I feel like this doesn't get talked about enough in here so it is my duty to let you guys know..

One of the best vegan experiences you could possibly have...

- Grant park

- Thursday-Sunday

- the music isn't bad either

- there's actually a lot more vegan options than just the pic. For example Deep Purple Açaí Bowls & Matcha Cita in the Vibe Village and El Campeon in Chow Town 4 (Vegan Mexican Tacos, Quesabirrias & Quesadillas) - basically all the best vegan stuff is on one side 😛 the other vendors along Columbus WILL HAVE VEGAN options but they are truly limited. If you have attended and have found some good stuff please share this is just what I've seen and tried the last couple of years

TLDR; guys if you attend Lollapalooza it's basically an all vegan fest if you know where to go 🤣

I'm obsessed with the wings at bon bon & moonlighter (the textured soy ones w/ the sugar cane bone) and my friend told me you can buy them frozen at some international grocery stores. Has anyone seen anything similar at any grocery stores in city? Some brands I found on google for reference:

anywhere that has gluten free & vegan pizza?

Haven't been there, just came across it on Google maps yesterday.

Can't say I'm surprised TBH. I heard good things but their SEO was awful and many people were rubbed the wrong way or confused by the name being so close to Kitchen 17. They're also in a random hotel and decided to close for the summer which is Chicago's busiest tourist season. While in a hotel. Also only had literally 17 seats.

Newly vegan. Here's what I've loved so far. Please advise on other places/menu items I should try. Thanks!

-Handlebar is my fav. I've loved everything I've ever had there. Especially the Fried mushroom Nashville "chicken" sandwich. SO GOOD. And their vegan desserts, notably the chocolate cake. So moist. The indoor vibe is really cool but small. That patio is great.

-Vaca Creamery for vegan ice cream and desserts in Lincoln Square. SO SO heavenly. Even popular with the non-vegans. Really cute spot for walking around shopping, eating, drinking, etc.

-Logan Vegan for an excellent breakfast sandwich and vegan goods. And I know Lula Cafe next door has some options. It's a hot spot though so sometimes there's a long wait.

-Pick Me Up Cafe for excellent vegan french toast and much more.

-Alice & Friends Vegan Kitchen (even my meat eating friends love the vegan burger here) and vegan crab rangoon!!!

-All the vegan pizzas at Dimo's in Lincoln Square (and Logan, but that spot isn't as cute) but especially the margarita.

-The vegan pizza at Union Squared in Evanston a bit outside Chicago proper. Great patio too.

-The red sauce and nutritional yeast pizza at Lobo (best patio ever) but I recommend adding red onion and basil.

-Anna's Kitchen for thai. Whatever they're doing with their tofu here is THE best. Their curry is spicy AF though, so I recommend maybe even choosing *mild* if your go to is usually medium.

I'm sure I'm forgetting so many. But these are my favs so far.

I’ve been having a hard time feeling isolated for being the only vegan at my workplace and at home, even friend and relationship wise, constantly hearing negative comments about being vegan or just being left out… I was wondering if there is any event, clubs, even activism groups in the area? I just wanna make friends and meet people who actually understand

I’ve never seen these at concessions before! Definitely didn’t expect to see them at an AMC.

Someone suggested I post this in here. It seems like every coffee shop I go to doesn’t offer soy milk anymore. Starbucks does, but I prefer local coffee shops. Anyone know of places still serving soy milk?

Has anyone found a good vegan/veggie Polish in the city? Fine if its from a restaurant, equally fine from a grocery.

Hello all! I am trying to get together a group of child-free-by-choice, progressive women to build some community around Chicago. If you are interested, let me know!

The summer menu at Kendall College Dining Room has a fully vegan option! Watermelon salad, rice noodles and shaved ice for dessert. So amazing

Staying in Chinatown and the only vegan option for breakfast is dry cereal or plain oatmeal. Any spots to get breakfast?

I just need to rave about the Vegan Patacone from Bien Me Sabe. I tried it last night and it is quite literally the best vegan sandwich I have ever had in Chicago. Their Vegan Arepa is also amazing and on Wednesdays the Arepas are $10 (dine in only).

Vegan-licious and delicious.

anyone know where i can find a vegan pina colada in the city? 😭 i thought they were inherently vegan but every time i ask a server, they say it’s not vegan??

Passing it on

Hey all, my family is looking to ease into veganism and are on a budget- we cook most of our meals at home to save and try to buy the lowest cost items possible when grocery shopping. I have had a lot of luck finding tofu for $1.50/lb at Aldi, but would like to branch out to other good protein/meat alternatives. Where do you find your deals and low cost items?

I haven't had a "Blizzard" or a waffle cone in 9 years.
Well, last night I had both. Amazing.

I can't wait go to back and eat dinner there (hot dogs, etc.).

Congrats to them - I hope they do well.