I walked into Good Foods because I was in the South Shore area for the day and google said this was…read morea popular vegan spot nearby. I went in and couldn't decide between the veggie burger or the mushroom philly. The woman recommended the veggie burger since it was my first time eating there, and it was the BEST veggie burger I've ever had. Tons of fresh vegetables and SO much flavor; I am so happy I stopped in. Next time I'm gonna have to try their philly!

The best veggie Philly on the south side!! Delish! Right in the heart of Southshore!!read more

The ambiance is sort of standard. The service is top…read morequality. You order cafeteria/buffet-style - the serving staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. The food is far-out fantastic. Can I give a score of 10?!!

SOUL VEG CITY: Plant Based Cuisine since 1981 100% Vegan…read moreVibes 203 E 75th St Chicago 60619 5 STARS GREAT AMBIANCE, service and most delicious healthy plant based food and awesome deserts. Offering dine in or carry out. Mindful safe space community.

Wow!!! Hands down the best vegan food I've had since I've been in Chicago! After leaving the Obama…read moreCenter we were hungry. It's a place in Hyde Park I'd been looking to try another spot but of course it was closed. Back to searching and we found this spot and what a gem! Sammy, greeted us and she was absolutely lovely! It's a local spot in Hyde Park and the decor is amazing! I had a special, jerk mushroom taco plate with beans, rice, plantains and pico de gallo. Hubby had the Mediterranean plate with oyster mushrooms. Amazing! We were given complimentary lemonade in celebration of Juneteenth, thank you so much! They have vegan cookies and we enjoyed a lemon blueberry cookie and it was delicious! We truly enjoyed our meal and the chance to trying out a new spot! Support local businesses!

Ok. Finally, a gem found!!!! THIS place thru me for a…read moreloop. I saw a review on TikTok and decided to try for myself. Oh my goodness. The burger is sooo juicy and everything is full of spice and flavor. My girl had the vegan option for the burger which is made from a mushroom. THAT was great too!!! I can't wait to come back to try the many other dishes. The prices are very fair compared to what you get. There are NO "surprise" hidden fees or service charges on your check. Sammy at the counter was most helpful. She also told me to my surprise that the current location has been there for 17 years!. I've told 3 of my friends last week and they all have since been there and are now big fans. ENJOY!!!!

Loved how quiet, comfortable, and relaxed our visit was on a Sunday afternoon. We were seated…read moreimmediately, and although there were only a few other parties, I was honestly surprised by how empty it stayed. We ordered the crab linguine and the steak sandwich, and both were delicious. The cocktails were fresh, flavorful, and definitely boozy! I'd come back for those alone. The space is cozy but roomy enough for both date night and larger groups. It's also connected to a hotel, which was news to me, and parking was easy. Definitely a place worth checking out!

Excellent restaurant at the street level of the Study hotel. After a long day at the Obama…read morePresidential center, we stopped by on a Tuesday night for dinner without a reservation, and then on Wednesday morning to catch breakfast. Dinner was wonderful - a deliciousl crab pasta dish in a light lemon sauce, along with a very tasty dessert. Service from Simone was very good. Since we had such a good experience at dinner, we stopped by in the morning and got a yogurt parfait with granola and fruit - also quite tasty. The server that morning was (I believe) Andrea, who had an amazing energy and a wonderful attitude. She was quite confident in running the whole restaurant front of the house. When I return to the area, I will definitely be visiting Truth be Told.

Had the Big Mik burger a few days ago: very generous portions with a huge mound of fries. The…read moreburger was delicious and hearty and the fries were crisp. The meal (lunch) was so filling that I didn't need to eat anything for the rest of the day. The patio space is lovely on a pleasant day, and there usually is plenty of space. The woman at the counter was lovely, and the food was ready in less than ten minutes. I'm excited to try their other burgers. Tried the petite burrito on a different day: it was gigantic but quite flavourless. Will not order again. The food is on the pricey end, but one item is more than enough for two meals.

philly cheesesteak egg rolls? say less. the menu was huge and everything looked so good but as soon…read moreas i saw the philly egg rolls i knew i had to get them. we ordered the philly cheesesteak egg rolls which come with fries, the big mik with fries, the banana pudding, cookies, and a mango peach lemonade. the food was cheesy, greasy, and delicious. i loved the sweet chili sauce on the egg rolls but also ordered a side of ranch to dip them in too. unfortunately the ranch had no flavor but it was creamy. It needed garlic, parsley, and salt at least! i also ordered lemon pepper seasoning on the fries ($1.50 up charge) but they just gave me plain fries. the fries were soft but that's how i like them. the mango peach lemonade was not overly sweet and didn't taste artificially flavored. the cookies were a good way to end the meal. they were soft and chocolatey but could have used a little more salt to mimic a buttery flavor. i recommend checking your order thoroughly before you leave because we were missing our ranch, banana pudding (they ended up being out), and my fries weren't seasoned. also because i ordered online and used apple pay, it didn't ask me for a tip, which i felt bad about so we ordered cookies when we got there to leave a tip on. something to look out for when online ordering. i didn't go in but my partner said it's a small space so maybe better for take out but they do have a bar and some seating.

Excellent food, decent service and unpretentious ambiance…read more One needs to order on an iPad, and the server then brings the food to you. My father and I ordered the glass noodles, spring rolls, and dumplings. While all three items were excellent, the spring rolls stood out. The dipping sauce was particularly delicious. Service was exceptionally quick, and the server was kind enough to recommend a good boba place nearby The ambiance is not spectacular, but it was almost charming in its charmlessness. Restroom was clean. Overall, I recommend Veggie House for its excellent food and quick service.

No frills vegetarian Chinese food in a cool part of Chinatown. Easy ordering, fast service,…read moredelicious food. Can be a go to take out spot for colder months! Pro Tip: don't forget to try their fortune cookies post meal!

EVERYTHING! I've been enjoying Chef's cuisines for well over 20 years when he was in Mt…read more Greenwood. So, I enjoyed the Bean and Rice Bowl with Curried Chickpeas, rice, greens, cornbread, and a side salad. DELICIOUS doesn't begin to describe...

I'll explain my experience on 3 occasions:…read more 1st: dine in great customer service, food was good and fairly priced. Enjoyed the desserts and drinks as well. Got the soul bowl (mac, greens, yams, cauliflower bites) 2nd: carry out The food didn't taste fresh and wasn't memorable, I believe it was the mushroom wrap. 3rd: carry out I ordered 30 minutes before they closed, the rep was kind and patient! Unfortunately the Mac and cheese was not good. There was a bad aftertaste, it tasted like there were ingredients in there that shouldn't have been. The cauliflower bites were okay. With that said, this place seems like a hit and miss for MY taste buds. Because it is black owned and the customer service is good, I'd still recommend you to try it. You may like it!

Excellent experience as usual. This time we sat on the patio for the first time. The atmosphere was…read morecosmic as well as the service. Matt was incredible and made some great recommendations. Planta has become a staple location for fine vegan dining for my family. We've never had anything but a top notch experience. Though this was an wedding anniversary activity, we've brought up to 7 or 8 people and all were enamored by the experience. Keep up the excellent work.

My husband invited me to a dinner at PLANTA. He had a reservation. When we arrived, he walked up to…read morethe host and we were seated at one of the booth tables. I loved the interior design of the restaurant! Our waiter was so friendly. She asked us whether it was our first time there, then she explained the concept of the restaurant and how everything on the menu is plant-based vegan. They encourage family style eating so people can share - no need to ask us twice. That's our jam. Here is what we ordered: -- Volcano Roll -- Firecracker Roll -- Chili Crab Noodles -- Bang Bang Broccoli -- Japanese Sweet Potato As a non-vegan, PLANTA is one of the best vegan restaurants that I've been to. Food was fantastic, the sushi was very good, and they had nice mocktails as well.

I LOVED my meal here! Ēma (Ay-mah) brings some glamour and glitz to the Mediterranean dining scene,…read morewith an airy, elevated hotel-lobby feel that still doesn't demand a dress code. Dresscode: Smart Casual / Casual Noise Level: Medium (it gets buzzy after 5:30pm) Thursday night Happy Hour was lively, so it took about 10-15 minutes for someone to come around, but service was attentive once we got going. The food is where Ēma really shines. From the Happy Hour menu, the Charred Eggplant Hummus and Crispy Potatoes were generously portioned and great for sharing. On the main menu, the Indian-Mediterranean fusion Bhel Hummus was a party for my taste buds, while the Hot Honey Halloumi and Chicken Kefta rounded out the table nicely. The halloumi is more of a side than a main, but that sweet-and-salty hot honey combo was chef's kiss. For our finisher, the Chocolate Torte knocked us out. Decadent, delicious and chocolate with lots of depth. Overall, Ēma is an excellent spot to order a bunch of dishes for the table and get an elevated meal without feeling stuffy, and delicious without taking itself too seriously. DO's: - Make a reservation ahead, especially for happy hour 4-6pm - Treat apps like small plates, order 2-3 to sample - Entertain their wine list, they have a lot! - Bring vegetarians here, there are plenty of options DON'Ts: - Dismiss the desert menu. It's fantastic and shareable! - Forget to ask for extra pita with the hummus! - Miss out on the LettuceEats loyalty points (check-in with your server before paying your check)

Came for a late lunch. Split a meal: *Whipped spicy feta -…read moreVery tasty. The pita was warm with lots of za'atar. Enough to share with 2-3 people *Braised short rib sandwich - In a pita stuffed with cabbage. The beef was extremely tender. Unfortunately there was several large pieces of cabbage core vs shredded. The fries were crispy and seasoned with za'atar. The au jus provided, tasted it had a bit of red wine vinegar. That was a winner! Would order both items again. The decor is beautiful. Sat at the bar and the bartender wasn't in the best mood. Minus one star for the combination of the large pieces of cabbage core and sat at the bar for about 15 minutes - no one was there to serve us.

Went to Virtue for the first time 2 weeks ago. Our son had gone with his girlfriend in the fall and…read morefound the food to be terribly salty, but he wanted to give it another try. Service was very slow, but the place was busy so we understood. Kitchen was extremely slow. Again we understood. Our food was very good. After watching desserts pass by our table all night we flagged down our waiter to order. We were told that we'd have to leave without dessert or coffee because our 90 minutes was almost up. We told him that most of that 90 minutes was spent waiting to order and waiting for our food. He spoke to his manager who confirmed that we'd have to leave. Terrible business model. With so many restaurant choices in Chicago, we won't be returning.

Food was DELICIOUS!!!! First time here, and I'm so glad my brother made reservations since it was…read moregetting busy. Upon arrival, we were greeted by two friendly greeters. We arrived 20 minutes before our scheduled reservation, but we were seated within five minutes of arriving. The server, David, greeted us promptly when we were seated. He mentioned that if you're ordering appetizers, they should be ordered with the main meal. While we looked over the menu, water was offered. I ordered Blackened Catfish over brown rice and carrots. The catfish was tender and perfectly seasoned. My brother had grilled flounder with creamed corn. Like the catfish, the trout was tender and well-seasoned. The corn had a slight sweetness. Roger had Short ribs and mashed potatoes. The ribs were tender and did not need any sauce because they were seasoned well. We also ordered a side dish of Macaroni and Cheese. It was delicious! A mixture of Gouda cheese and other cheeses. Very creamy! The top layer cheese was baked perfectly! If you know, you know, it's all about the top layer of cheese The APPETIZERS: The Gumbo was spicy but delicious! You only taste the spice at the end . It's not overly spicy; it's just right. The fried chicken gizzards were tender but could have used a bit more seasoning. It was served over brown rice and gravy. If I'm not mistaken, there were maybe 8 or 9 gizzards. The fried green tomatoes were perfect! From the seasoning to the grilled shrimp on top. Oh yes, grilled shrimp with this delicious sauce drizzled over the tomatoes. 3 or 4 shrimp. They were delicious! I've never had fried green tomatoes served w/grilled shrimp--definitely a must-try if you've never had it. For dessert, pineapple upside-down cake with coconut cream on the side. It was soooo good! They could have removed the coconut cream, as it was not needed. And it was a shareable portion for 2-3 ppl. There were other desserts, such as Blueberry Cobbler, Key Lime Pie, and Vanilla Ice Cream. If you're in the Hyde Park area, give these folks a try Oh yeah, the Manager, Louis, was walking the floor. I spoke with him briefly From what I observed, it's a very casual dress code--jeans, shorts, blazers, etc. And I loved the quotes on the outside window of those who were killed, like George Floyd and Sandra Bland. This place was nice! The dining area was clean and decorated nicely. The choice of decor fit the overall scheme I look forward to visiting again, possibly next Spring.