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    Majani Food Emporium

    4.3 (350 reviews)
    ModerateVegan
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    B BBQ Cauliflower
    annette d.

    A beautiful, welcoming space, and such lovely service; the chef came out and checked on us while we ate to make sure all was good. He didn't need to, it was great. We had the oyster mushrooms tacos, the bbq cauliflower, and the jerk tofu, Mac & cheese bowl. All things were beautifully presented, cooked & seasoned well, and were generous portions. I really enjoyed the sweet potatoes that came with my tacos, and their guacamole is delicious. Bonus for the big, curved wall of windows with which to watch the train. Oh and the bathroom was spotless, a good sign in a restaurant. Don't sleep on this place.

    BBQ Cauliflower
    Reginice C.

    Majani has the best barbecue cauliflower out there! That's my go to snack. I tried the Jerk tofu from the bowl and it's legit! I think they might actually smoke their tofu, as true jerk items are smoked. Be warned, it's spicy; I love it, but it may be too much heat for others.

    Trice T.

    First time trying wings from this spot and they were amazing! The service was friendly and we got to chat briefly with the owner which was great. The ambiance was warm and inviting and I'm looking forward to coming back again next time I'm visiting Chicago! Love supporting small business :) good food

    Talena H.

    This is a place I always order delivery from. I decided to go in and eat there. it was pretty small in there. The owner was very nice. I got serviced right away. It seems like a great place with community in it. Customers was just talking to each other and had no idea who each other was and I love that the food was amazing as always it is pretty small in there, so I'm not sure if I will always go sit in there to eat just in case they're packed, but they weren't busy inside so I decided to sit in there since most orders, I noticed were pick ups great place on the southside. The energy and vibes were amazing as well.

    Gyro Sandwich
    Khadijah H.

    Decided to order take out from this vegan establishment for lunch today. We ordered online as I've personally heard from many people that wait times in person are incredibly too long. We arrived and no one greeted us. There were three other individuals in the before we arrived. I stood in line waiting to pick up and the server was moving like molasses. When the lady in front of me finished placing her order, I waited a good 7-8 minutes before even being acknowledged. I told the lady I had a pick up order and she was super nice and provided the meal which thank God was already ready to go. The meal: My boyfriend and I got the gyro wrap, oyster mushroom burger and an order of the fried grits. The oyster burger need more condiments. It was a smidge dry to me and the mushroom wasn't packing much flavor to carry it through each bite. The largely cut sweet potatoes weren't cooked all the way through. They need to cut smaller or purchase a potato cutter cause that was not it. The gyro - the seitan wasn't properly prepared. Also there's no lettuce in any gyro and yet there was a ton in the wrap. There was a massive lack of tzatziki sauce which is THE star of the gyro besides the meat. It didn't even taste or try to mimic the gyro meat. Fried grits was basically their version of polenta or mozzarella sticks to me. Would've wanted the marinara sauce on the side and much of it. That was delicious and super thick and creamy. I'd be inclined to return and order a chicken meal or a taco as the reviews speak well of those items.

    Jerk chicken bowl
    Cassandra R.

    This has been on my list of places to check out for a while! If was some of the best vegan food I've had in the city. And it's soul food which is even better - Ive always loved collard greens and Mac and cheese but since being dairy and meat free it's hard to find good versions of both that don't use bacon or dairy. Now I've officially found my go-to when I'm getting a craving. I got the jerk tofu bowl (subbed with chicken) with Mac and cheese, collard greens and candied sweet potatoes. The jerk chicken breading was perfectly crispy, the Mac and cheese was gooey and cheesy, and the collard greens were savory and delicious. And the candied sweet potatoes? In all honesty, most candied sweet potato dishes are too sweet for me but these were the perfect balance of sweet and savory and I kind of wanted an entire plate of these alone. It's a healthy portion size so come hungry or be prepared for leftovers (I'm eating mine as I write this - so good) The sunny dining room was cozy and the staff were friendly. And even though it was a weekday it was busy, with people coming in to eat and ordering to take home - it's clearly a neighborhood favorite. I'll definitely be back!

    Strawberry cheesecake

    The food was great. I got their oyster mushroom tacos. It was delicious. The strawberry cheesecake was some of the best cheesecake I have ever tasted! Veronica and KeKe had great customer service and I loved the atmosphere with the old school music!

    John B.

    This place ranks on the higher end of vegan soul food restaurants I've tried. The menu is really broad and appealing; if you want fake meat or tofu, there's that, but plenty of bean-based creations as well. I walked in and ordered and received a takeout bag, which was a little odd as they had nice seats and I was going to eat in, but I looked at how nice of an evening it was and reconsidered anyway. I got a warm welcome, so I didn't get the sense they were trying to get rid of me. My okra was fried with stems on, which wouldn't have been my first choice, but they were still fine to eat and probably marginally better from a health perspective. It smelled delicious, and the taste lived up to it. My salad was a bit more of a mixed bag. The black eyed pea fritters it came with were richly flavored (acaraje, some might call these), but the salad itself left something to be desired. The amount of greens was not large, and it seemed like basic lettuce and not kale as listed in the menu. My sorrel (a hibiscus flower beverage) was pricey for what it was, but very tasty. While my experience wasn't perfect, if I came back I'd order differently and I bet it would be good.

    Vegan Cupcakes
    Tabitha W.

    Plant-based Tamika always gives the best recommendations on Instagram, and her video of Majani was yet another one that piqued my interest. We drove out here on a Friday evening after work, about a half hour from where we live in Northwest IN. We easily found street parking nearby. It is an interesting location, right across from the train tracks, in an area of the city we haven't been to before. We started with the Black Eye Pea Fritters. These weren't my favorite as I detected the taste of celery in the seasoning, which is a flavor I'm not very fond of, but I'm glad I tried them. I was torn on what to order but ended up going with the Oyster Mushroom Tacos. Two tacos came with the order, and these were delicious. They are fried mushrooms, but they weren't as greasy as I was worried they might be. My husband went with a Gyro Sandwich, and this was delicious as well! We chose the Lemon and German Chocolate cupcakes for dessert, and I especially enjoyed the Lemon one even though we aren't always the biggest fans of vegan desserts. This seems like a place that is better for carry-out. There is some inside seating, which we elected to use, but our food was still brought out in carry-out containers even though we ordered for dine-in. Also, we asked for water, and they aren't equipped to be able to provide standard dine-in water glasses either. They mentioned there was a dollar store across the street if we needed water. All in all, the food stands out for the unique offerings they are providing, and I would definitely return to pick up a delicious vegan taco or sandwich!

    Red beans and yellow rice. Black-eyed peas fritters. Fried okra. Ginger lemonade.
    Gino W.

    Now that I am adding more vegan to my diet, I have been going to more vegan restaurants in Chicago. I was pleasantly surprised to wander upon a vegan restaurant in South Shore. I ordered fried okra, black-eyed peas fritters, and red beans and yellow rice. This is one of the first vegan restaurants I've been to that isn't afraid to use seasoning in the recipes. And I don't mean going overboard with salt. My friend ordered the mushroom burger and devoured it in silence. That was all I needed to know that it was good. In my usual fashion, I arrived shortly after the doors opened. So, service wasn't scrambled and I could enjoy the dining experience without having anyone crowding my space. Definitely gotta try some of the other menu items.

    Nadine S.

    I am not vegan but decided to check it out with a friend who is. I think they are closed to dining in but they allowed us to stay and eat but they're was no one to serve us so we ordered at the counter. Our food canned in delivery containers also. This meant also no water for us which was not ideal. We ordered the falafel fritters and oyster mushrooms. I thought they were both delicious, flavorful and crispy. Slight earthy taste to the mushrooms but not overpowering. I'd definitely recommend if you're looking for a tasty vegan place, just don't expect to dine in. Street parking was available but scarce.

    Great vibe!  Comfortable atmosphere!
    Gabby S.

    We were visiting from Phoenix AZ for the weekend and looking for a vegan spot close to our family's home. We were directed to this delightful spot right in the neighborhood. The staff was pleasant, helpful with our selection and very kind! The food was so delicious! The presentation was beautiful and everything was fresh and well prepared. We even went back the following day. We had the bbq cauliflower and vegan Mac n cheese, so good! The restaurant had large windows for a beautiful open feel. We will definitely return!

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    Janet Y.

    Super flavorful food, price is right. Great service as well! I got the jerk tofu mac&cheese, collard greens, & sweet potato dish to go, and the portions were super filling. So hard to find a solid vegan spot, and this definitely hit the spot! I'm not vegan, and this meal was incredible. Would come back again!

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    My go to for BBQ cauliflower and fried oyster mushrooms. Both are seasoned perfectly. You can be bad, but still eat vegan.

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    Excellent food. Be patient with the service but the food is top notch. Vegan food only. Check out the Sunday Brunch.

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    I eat here every time I visit Chicago. The entire menu is plant based and is never boring. My favorite is the gyros sandwich.

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    Food was amazing . That rice is unforgettable . It was quick the restaurant was clean and ambient

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    Always good food. Ample servings. Great customer service. Chef Tsdakyya (sp?) works magic in the kitchen!

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    Ask the Community - Majani Food Emporium

    The location on 111th appears to be under construction? Are the supposed to be located in One Eleven food hall?

    Do they allow BYOB? What is the cork fee?

    They didn't allow byob when I Was there 2 weeks ago.

    Will you be open on easter?

    Are you BYOB? Do you serve alcohol?

    Alcohol isn't served here...

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    PLANTA Queen Chicago

    PLANTA Queen Chicago

    4.3
    (645 reviews)
    9.3 mi
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    it was okay. went for work, all vegan!! most items were not bad but i wouldn't go again if i…read morecouldn't expense it. not enough protein i liked the texture of most dishes but a lot of them were kind of bland tbh. we ordered a bunch of stuff family style, some i didnt take pics of but here's what i remember: gyoza 6.5/10: served super interesting shape, almost like a pancake with stuffed pockets of veggies. was ok crispy potatoes 5/10: mid! i liked the texture, it was crispy on the outside and i liked the potato layers. but tasted okay. truffle udon 8/10: prob my fav thing on the menu but i love truffle! super fragrant summer rolls 6/10: fresh spring rolls. nothing special bang bang broccoli 7.5/10: liked the texture! crispy, broccoli inside was kinda mushy. but tasted okay, not super flavorful. not too greasy. again, kinda bland... spicy tuna roll 7.5/10: good but no protein LMAO. feels illegal to eat dragon roll 6/10: mid mid mid... mushy, i only remember avocado and cabbage. pepper steak lettuce wraps 8/10: this was one of my favs along w the udon. one of the only things w flavor kimchi brisket fried rice 2/10: no little to no taste. little to no kimchi. don't get. singaporean noodles 8/10: i really liked these. chicken was good!! noodles were good too. my coworkers also liked the crispy rice but i didnt try service and ambience were great!

    Amazing food! We loved every dish we ordered. Menu is all vegan and extensive. They also have a…read moreHappy hour menu with some great drinks.

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    Alice & Friends' Vegan Kitchen

    Alice & Friends' Vegan Kitchen

    4.5
    (536 reviews)
    16.2 mi
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    Delicious casual vegan meal. Had a short few hours in Chicago and came here for dinner. Wife and I…read moreeach got an appetizer-I got their buffalo drum sticks which were somehow gluten free and delicious. For my entree, I got the bimbibab or however you spell it, with tofu. Would have liked a meat alternative but other than those drumsticks, which are brought in frozen and premade and therefore, the "meat" cannot be used in an entree-only the tofu was gluten free. Although I mixed in tamari and sirahcha, this was delicious. The hot pit crisped the rice perfectly and the veggies and tofu were cooked really well. We also got their raw berry cheese cake and a scoop of soy vanilla ice cream for dessert. The crust of the cheesecake wasn't really good but everything else was excellent. Service was great with a lot of good suggestions and he was very friendly. The place isn't much to describe. Just a very casual interior with an Alice in wonderland motif. Cute, but not a place you come for the ambiance. You come for the food and service.

    I tried this place for the first time this evening. I was impressed by the wings, the texture and…read morepresentation are similar to chicken wings! I do not care for the bbq sauce, it has a sharp bite at the end and no sweetness like bbq sauce. The Kung Pao Ding; for the sauce I was expecting a slightly tangy flavor with maybe a little heat but it was not that. The sauce feels sticky, thick, and the flavor is flat. The protein tasted over cooked to me. I also ordered a couple drinks that I've never tried before to test them out. The flavored water tastes like there's stevia in it, a weird after taste. The cardamom grape was not as sweet as I was hoping, and a very faint flavor. It's very possible I just chose the wrong items for my taste buds. But these were my first impressions on this order.

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    Kitchen 17

    4.1
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    Where do I even start! I wish I lived here because I would come all the time…read more When we walked in we were the only people there which at first worried us but it ended up being the best dinner of our vacation. The food was amazing. We got the "frychos" which were like loaded fries and it was the probably one of the most flavorful and fun vegan dishes I've ever had. Ofc we also had to get the vegan deep dish and it was also really good. Since we were the only ones there we chatted quite a bit with the bartender and he was super friendly. We ended up putting a movie on the bar tv and watching that while we ate. They also had boardgames and free pinball and we played battleship while waiting for our pizza. If you have the chance to check this place out, you definitely should!! The bartender said they were usually busier because it's also a concert venue, but it was a nice day so we think people were going places they could eat outside. But quiet or hoppin this place would be an 11/10! :)

    Totally 100% vegan, but I heard they were closing before the end of November…read more We came here on a Friday night around 5pm. They do allow children and have live shows at night. I got a beer, Maplewood IPA, and vegan nachos with "beef". They were very wet, they also had mixed greens on top which were nice but weird. For my main meal I got a fried chicken sandwich which had tempeh as the protein. It was very thick and dense but tasty. It came with French fries. My partner got a sour beer, and a chicken parm sandwich with French fries. He reported his was also very thick / dense.

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    Elephant + Vine

    Elephant + Vine

    4.4
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    11.8 mi

    I crave this at least once a week on my way home from the gym. Can't go wrong with the burger (I…read moremiss the jalapeño one), the Korean chicken sandwich, the spicy el wrap, and for the love of god, don't forget the TOTS! I also recommend the cookies by the register and the protein shakes. Service is always friendly and the vibes are cutesy.

    After a week of juicing and water only, I was more than ready for my first solid meal. I came…read moreacross Elephant + Vine, a vegan comfort/fast food spot at 2315 N. Lincoln Ave., and between the menu and the name (yes, the elephant caught my attention), I knew I had to check it out. There's plenty of street parking in the area, I went on a Sunday, so meters were free. The interior is bright, green, and inviting, with lots of seating and great natural light coming in from the front windows. There's also outdoor seating, but it was a bit too cold the day we went, so we stayed inside. Service is counter-style, and the staff was very knowledgeable about the menu. It's fairly simple, but still fun and satisfying. I ordered an Impossible burger, tater tots, and a strawberry almond milk smoothie. My friend got fries, so I was able to try both. After over 40 days without fried food, I was especially excited for the tots and they did not disappoint. Overall, the food was good and solid across the board. Nothing that completely blew me away, but definitely satisfying. If you're vegan or vegetarian and craving a classic burger experience, this is a great option. The smoothie was good as well, though I personally prefer fruit-forward smoothies with lighter juices, so the almond milk base wasn't quite my favorite, but it still complemented the meal nicely. Overall, if you're looking for a casual sit-down spot with a cute atmosphere and a solid Impossible burger at a reasonable price, Elephant + Vine is a great choice. 3.5 out of 5 stars.

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