BBQ cauliflower and okra was superb and great. I had the lunch special and desserts. Yes, it tends to be a bit pricey ad too much for smaller items then other vegan places and sometimes hours have been shacky, but it is clean, cooked well, the chef takes his time to make the food good, it is well seasoned, and carefully prepared with the garden not too far for the place providing the majority of vegetables and it is a clean and cozy place. I recommend going there, but chef and his wife love the culture of the place and reflects the neighborhoods commitment to more of the same what they provide for healthy eating. read more

Mom vegan always challenging to find a restaurant she will be able to eat at and enjoy eating- SO GLAD MEJANI IS HERE- they have healthier options for " meat eaters" plant substitutes are better for my waist the food is delicious so I don't not waste money. It's a winning situation all around. read more

First time coming to this restaurant was last week. Very nice spot in the South Shore area and I love the fact that it is black owned. It is a little bit of a small spot but when I came it wasn't crowded at all. If it was crowded I can see how cramped it might be. The music that was being played was awesome. I love the open kitchen feel. You can see the cooks whipping up some tasty food in the back. The waitress was nice. She did seem a little hesitant with giving recommendations but luckily for me I already did my research and knew what I wanted to try. The food was good with some not so great dishes. First things first, when I go to eat at a new restaurant, I love trying multiple things to get a feel of the food and boy did my friend and I get a lot of food. We tried the BBQ cauliflower which is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I'm not a big fan of BBQ sauce (I love ranch...don't judge me) but that sauce was delicious. We also got the fried grits with tomato sauce. That sauce I could bathe in. I really wanted to lick the plate but was afraid to because I would come off as weird lol. Then we got the fried oyster mushrooms. Those were a big hit too. I paired it with a garlic sauce and the BBQ sauce. For our meals (I know we are greedy) we got the Gyro and I got the greens with cornbread. My friend wasn't a big fan of the Gyro and I believe it was the texture of the "meat" that threw her off but I didn't think it was terrible. I feel like if they add the BBQ sauce with the tzatziki sauce then it would be delicious. The greens...oh boy the salt level was on a thousand. I couldn't even eat the rest of it for fear of getting high blood pressure and the "cornbread" which I feel is more of a hot water "cornbread" type was so bland. I'm not the mix my greens and cornbread together type of girl but I had to try doing this to see if it would help but it really didn't. The greens definitely was the one star item out of everything we ordered. All in all, this was a good restaurant. I would definitely go back for the cauliflower and fried grits. Those were absolutely amazing! read more

Black bean burger a d sweet potatoes fries were a hit! Customer service is friendly but it super speedy wouldn't recommend going if you are starving read more

First learned of this restaurant from visiting a local vegan fest in Chicago decided to visit have been here more than twice enjoyed the experience so much I decided to drive all the way from Indiana to visit this evening and was not greeted when me and my husband entered the restaurant. The staff was arguing and going back-and-forth over orders that had not been taken or fulfill and did not continue to greet me and my husband as we stood in the walk area waiting to be seated. The waiter did not greet us and offer us a menu we had to ask to be seated and when we were seated it was like we were a burden on their time we ordered our food we decided to order at least four or five different items from the menu since we hadn't been in a while and never received our appetizers and we decided to leave. As we were leaving the staff continue to fight and argue leaving us disgusted completely with our experience and we decided to visit a different local vegan restaurant in the area we completely wasted our evening waiting to be served. I feel this is a great business in the southside of Chicago and I continue to hear great reviews about this restaurant but as a former manager in the food industry this place was not staffed properly and there was not enough help which left the staff completely overwhelmed which put a bad taste in their customers mouth please improve on staffing. read more

Love love love the BBQ califlower and the gyro! I'm hungry just thinking about it! I just moved to the neighborhood a few months ago and I'm so glad this gem is practically around the corner! Yummy (nothing else to say) Yum yum Yummy! read more

A wonderful marvelous bonus to Majani? When you call in your order it's ready when they say it'll be ready! The savory Freshness and flavor of nearby garden vegetables delights your taste buds! The Carrot cake melts in your mouth! When you request another slice it's already gone until the next Cake baking day! I'm claustrophobic so I can't sit so closely to others especially for eating. For those who can take sitting and eating elbow to elbow go for it as i thoroughly enjoy Majani's food as a take out! This way it's good for all, EH? read more

I had the BBQ Roast and my boyfriend had the gyro. Both were good but the bbq roast sandwich was amazing. It tasted just like meat. Service was very friendly and timely. Random but the water was good too compared to what I've had here so far. We're in town from Louisiana and I will definitely be back before we go home. read more

The food is excellent. I ordered the lasagna, cauliflower, broccoli, greens, tacos. Everything I ate I really enjoyed. They are working out the kinks so be patient. Staff is super friendly. This quality restaurant needs to be supported. read more

I was a loyal Soul Veg customer, until I discovered this place. Great service, neat spot that is hard to find if you don't know the area and really amazing food. I've got a new favorite! read more

Tonight me and my husband visited the restaurant and let me just say this when you work for a company you must know the products. When me and my husband Walked in the door we were not greeted With a hello, how may I help you or anything, she was not friendly. When I asked the young lady do they have vegan cheese she said she did not know neither did the cook, his only answer was, this is my first day. The crispy chicken sandwich that I ordered, was not properly seasoned and it was not crunchy nor crispy like it was at my previous visit. The black eye pea burger That My husband ordered was not enjoyable as well. My crispy chicken sandwich was not only seasoned properly but it was dry. I was disappointed with the service tonight. read more

We ordered take out for my grandma's 98th birthday since she's a vegetarian. The food was really good! Customer service seemed excellent until we returned home. My mom specifically requested no salt for her and my grandma's meals. The cashier even repeated our order back to us & my mom replied "no salt right?" The cashier replied right. Well sure enough there was salt on the stir fry and their other dinners. Was sad that they couldn't finish their meals read more

AMAZING! I throughly enjoyed this restaurant and I am not a vegan by any means. I called on the phone because I was having trouble ordering exactly what I wanted from Uber Eats and they not only answered all of my questions seamlessly, but fixed the problem and made a food suggestion that I absolutely loved. I had the BBQ cauliflower bite, sorrel and sweet potato. I wouldn't order next time due to the fact that I would like to further explore their menu, but I'll be back FOR SURE! read more

I absolutely LOVE Majani! The barbecued Cauliflower is my favorite dish and I never leave without an order of greens and cornbread. The fried grits with black bean chili is another favorite! If you're a salad lover, I strongly recommend the beet dressing. If you haven't eaten at Majani, you owe it to yourself to check it out. Vegetarian or not, you won't be disappointed! read more

I was at Manija today and by far it was the worst experience I've ever encountered here in my couple times I've eaten here. I'm not sure if it was due to a all female staff but the service was absolutely horrendous. I hear many say brown people support everyone else except brown owned businesses, with service this bad it's hard to do that. No professionalism what so ever, we waited 20 minutes and no one took our order I had to get up and go to the counter behind people who was being serviced that came in after us. Finally our order was taken 10 minutes after our order was finally taken salad and appetizer was served. Then 30 minutes went by just when I was about to ask what's going on I'm guess what was the manager came over with a tone and demeanor that was not pleasant as she asked what can I help y'all with? Huh? Excuse me we ordered almost 40 minutes ago now! Then she says oh I'm sorry were out of lunch special.... What your kidding right? Would you like to order something else? Frustrated now then yeah okay, mind you at this point we're both doing a slow burn inside, looking over the menu for the second time the waitress then walks up with the a very small portion of the lunch special which was heated so hot it burned my tongue yet the tofu was cool. Finally 55 minutes later I received my cornbread disgusting and cold to the taste but as always the barbecue cauliflower was on point. Yet that wasn't the end the wait is on again as we waited for the bill and a togo container. No disrespectful words was said nor was attitude given by us to anyone there, a tip was left tho I really doubt they deserved one but it's the right thing to do. When I hear ones say that brown people don't support our own I'm going to now wonder and consider if it's because of the lack of professionalism that goes into most brown own businesses, as well as respect for brown women to women especially. Some women don't know how to take a step back and say I'm going to do whatever it takes to strive to make everyone comfortable no matter the color. If this offends someone my apologies because that's not my intention, yet I want to bring awareness to black owners PLEASE take the time to pay your employees to be trained on how you want your business to be respected and ran professionally protecting your investment. read more

Nice spot, espec for something a little healthier than the standard greasy, nonnutritive fast food that dominate the area. So they have a niche. I had the well-regarded barbecue cauliflower with no regrets. Leftovers even did not disappoint. I also had the black-eyes pea burger. Good fiber punch but bland. Fried okra were tasty but unlike the barbecued cauliflower, did NOT pass the leftover test. These are best eaten on arrival. The ginger beer was standard fare and the carrot cake was fresh and obviously made with healthy ingredients, eg, pineapple juice. My only complaint is that both this place and the bakery/coffee shop across the street (which I will hit up soon) seem to disregard a business opportunity. So unfortunate because they literally and figuratively share a corner in a very depressed market area: Majani's doesn't sell coffee (CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?) at alland the aforementioned bakery isn't open weekend mornings. D'oh! Having coffee on the menu doesn't make a restaurant a coffee shop. That's a surprisingly simple response. Alinea, for example, is still a restaurant and coffee is on the menu. The owner's response is indicative of the kind of thinking that has and will maintain such an unsustainable business model for SS. read more

Love this Vegan restaurant. There is always enough customers to somehow make you feel like home instead of a restaurant. The food is spectacular. If you have not tried the Carrot Cake OMG non other in Chicago like it. A Must Keep Coming Back Kinda Place. read more

I have only had their kale salad and bar b q cauliflower so far and Loved loved loved it! Going back and plan to work my way through their menu. Heard many good things about this place. Service was prompt as they could be and friendly. The order took longer than I anticipated but I think I came at a very busy time,they are making the food fresh as the orders come in and they move fast in that kitchen. read more

I really enjoy eating the food here. It's very well-prepared, healthy and delicious. So what more could you want? Within the last year they have become quite popular and a bit over-crowded for the seating and waiting area. Plus it's a bit loud. I hope that their success continues and they expand their facilities. read more

First time visiting here after volunteering at urban growers collective. I tried the oyster mushroom tacos and it was so crunchy and delicious. It is a vegan dish but I swear I thought I was eating chicken. So good. So good. I will be back soon! read more

I was SO IMPRESSED and blown away with Majani Restaurant! This is, by far, the best vegan food I've had! The food was so very flavorful! The bbq cauliflower is superb and the gyro was so tasty! And, not only was the food excellent, but this was the best service I've had in a while. Mariah was so personable, and she gave thoughtful recommendations about the food selections. She was also very attentive to our needs. Overall, I highly recommend Majani Restaurant! read more

What a gem! I live for southside establishments; this place is seriously full of light and love. We came here for lunch on a sunny, yet cold Chicago afternoon. The best way to describe the layout is "intimate". There is one large communal table and several smaller tables throughout. Bases on past reviews we thought it best to order the BBQ Cauliflower. It did not disappoint. While I am not vegan, I can certainly appreciate any thing tasty, and this was certainly tasty. I had the lentil soup, which was perfect. My husband had special, mushroom tacos and he was over the moon with his choice. For dessert my kids, who had eaten prior to our coming here (they had soccer and I wasn't sure if I wanted to experiment with them on this day) had the lemon cupcake which they enjoyed so much they started licking the wrapper. My husband had the German chocolate cupcake, which he couldn't believe was vegan. I'm sooooo happy we finally visited this place! I can't wait to come back! read more

Was there yesterday for the first time tried the cheese grits and the fried potatoes I did initially asked to try the grits before buying buy she said they don't do that which was fine get the ferirs I taste them didn't like them the younger lady said that's good to know so she removed the grits and still charged me for something she threw away ..will not go there again read more

I didn't have the full experience of what they had . It was Easter morning brunch after church I thought we'd get breakfast brunch ,but we got what was being prepared that morning ...burritos and something else ,not sure because I was looking for a breakfast well anyway I should have asked before we came... The bbq cauliflower was the only thing I enjoyed ...i ordered a second ...i hope to return when I can get a full menu of everything. The service was great. read more

Not rating for food, because it's THE BOMB, this is about the CUSTOMER SERVICE. I have been a customer of this restaurant from before it came to this area. I thought it was weird that the kitchen takes up more than the eating area. The amount of disorganization in this establishment is ridiculous. The waitress that we had took 10 minutes just to acknowledge us and then after she took our order, she forgot to bring us or drinks and we waited for the food for about 40min. Honestly would only order to go because you start to get irritated after a while. But the food will forever and always be GREAT. PERIODTT read more

I love the food here, but my experience yesterday left a bad taste in my mouth. I called to place a phone order at about 730 (30 minutes before they closed). The young lady who answered the phone was extremely nice and personable; I didn't expect to have my order taken, but she happily obliged and assured me if I arrived a few minutes after 8, I could still pickup my order. Warning sign number 1 should've been that they didn't ask for payment over the phone, but nevertheless my order was taken. When I arrived 10 minutes after 8 the doors were locked (no surprise) so I called to notify them of my arrival for order pickup and the young woman who answered stated that my food was prepared, but the registers were closed down for the evening and that there was no way to accept payment. I said thank you and quickly hung up. Why would you take my order that late if you couldn't hold off on closing down your resister just a few minutes? Why wouldnt you notify the customer that the register is closing at x time and that order pickup must occur prior to the register being shutdown? Why didn't someone ask to take my payment information over the phone so I could just pickup my order and leave you all to head home? There are so many things that could've been done to prevent the staff from wasting resources making food and to prevent me making a wasted trip, but none of those measures were taken. I'll be back, as this is minor, but this could've been handled way better. read more

I have visited this restaurant 4 times for take out. The first 3 times I ordered the Garden Salad with greens and corn bread and last time I ordered the large salad. The vegetables are very fresh, the greens and cornbread were very good. My problem is inconsistency with portion sizes and the time in which I wait for an order. Most days when I come there I give myself 40minutes and I work across the street. I have waited 40 to 45 minutes for a salad and greens. Perhaps, I should order in advanced? In addition, I have noticed that there are 2 different sized containers for salads(a longer thin container and smaller container usually for desert) I have gotten salad in both. When I ordered my large salad I expected it to come in a much larger container, but to my surprise it was in one of the same containers I had been receiving. I have sent several of my co-workers to the restaurant and they have noticed the same. I don't like to be surprised every time I place an order. read more

This review is not pertaining to the food, my last few visits were actually pretty decent. This is regarding the level of customer service from what I believe was the or one of the owners. I visited a few moments ago and ordered the taco salad for myself and two desserts for my son and I ($22). We waited at an empty table for 17 minutes while the food was being prepared. After about 15 minutes a family of three came in, the owner approached myself and my son and said "are you waiting for an order because they would like to sit down"...................this shocked me. While I understand that they were potential paying customers we had paid for our order as well. The appropriate thing for him to do would've been to check and see how long before my order was ready and brought it over to me. That way everyone is satisfied and you wouldn't have lost a repeat customer.....this level of service from an owner is unfathomable, that alone is the reason I will not be returning. After reading through some of the other reviews it seems to me that this attitude is commonplace from the owner........FYI great customer service (or in this case the lack of) trumps a decent dish any day. Do better PLEASE! read more

This place is wonderful! Very creative and delicious! I'm super excited to try each and every item on the menu (eventually ) keep up the great work Majani! read more

Wow. I was so pleased. The smell when entering was great, the food was great, the server was fabulous and caring. We discussed the dishes that might be too spicy, for my digestion. She was very helpful and informative. . I am trying to change my diet. I have always, wanted to cut down on my meat intake. But, I realize, the only way I could be satisfied , was if the food was seasoned well. I hear there is another restaurant opening, further south. I most definitely will be there. But, in the meantime, I will visit this one. It was also get to meet, several nice and friendly customers. I feel so blessed to have found this place. An absolutely marvelous experience. Thank you . read more

The food is good and the dine-in device is great. The barbecue roast wrap and the fried cauliflower are my faves. Too bad they are drenched in the same barbecue sauce because there's really no need to purchase two items that are flavored the same. And speaking of the cauliflower, the portion has been reduced so it's no longer worth $9. I mean hey, it's still cauliflower. read more

This place is wonderful! The dishes are tasty, the service is friendly and helpful, and the vibe is pleasant and welcoming. Great place to enjoy some soul food, whether you're veg or not! And the baked good are to die for, especially the carrot cake. :D read more

Overrated. It's awesome to have a vegetarian spot in the hood but other than that...that's it. I've had the BBQ cauliflower, crab cake burger & greens w/ hot water cornbread. Cauliflower is good when it's hot & Fresh, greens are ok..crab cake burger & cornbread were unbearable. Also, even though there's no sign letting you know the rules, apparently you're not allowed to record them preparing your food or let alone anyone working in the establishment so forget sharing your entire experience with your family & friends. How do I know? The cashier politely let me know, but in addition to that the manager 5-10mins later took it upon himself to come 'check me' even though it was already understood with the cashier that I couldn't record, I thanked him. His (the managers) attitude was less than welcoming & he didn't seem to care whether I enjoyed my food or not but that didn't matter because I was ready to go & not come back anyway, :-) thanks for the experience! Side note, I usually don't do reviews like this but I felt impelled to share! read more

Oh my goodness... me and some family visited i this restaurant some months back for a convention that we were in town for and I could have sworn I left a review but when I realized that I did not I had to come back and let everyone know how delicious this food was. We ordered an array of different things off of the menu I still remember how delicious the hummus was which even though it's very basic a lot of people mess it up! We also got the sampler platter with all of the different dips. Everything that we ordered was delicious and everyone in my party was very pleased, the service was also very good. They were very patient with us and catered to all of our needs which can be a difficult thing when there is such a big party like we had. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

You must eat here!! This place was absolutely amazing. Already have plans to go back! The bbq cauliflower was incredible, the jerk tofu was awesome and perfectly seasoned, and the sweet potato cookie was the perfect ending to a delicious meal. Thank you for making great vegan food options more accessible in Chicago! read more

Unreal staff, unreal service and unbelievable food! The food was so fresh and the bbq cauliflower and fired grits are all in home recipes that will just wow you as well as the friendly people and chef who works there ! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone ! read more

This place is definitely a hidden gem on the south side of Chicago. Everyone is very friendly and the customer service is great. I have to say the last time I was there I wasn't too crazy about the jerk tofu and Mac n cheese but the carrot cake is delectable. Hopefully the next time I visit I can find something tastier on the menu the next time around. read more

Amazing food, amazing service! We had the tofu jerk wrap and the BBQ wrap. For starters, we had the fried okra and the collard greens. It was one night of indulgence with no regrets. Just go there. Oh, we also got a slice of carrot cake to go.... it was possibly the best carrot cake I have ever eaten...and I have eaten a lot of carrot cake in my time. read more

Made a stop here while spending a weekend in Chicago and was so impressed! The BBQ cauliflower was delicious!

Was pleasantly surprised by not only the food but with the professionalism. Small and very clean with a nice ambiance. I ordered the much talked about barbecue cauliflower and was not disappointed. Very good! I also had the gyro pita sandwich with sweet potato bites. I will definitely be returning to this neighborhood gem. read more