I was excited to try Manna Kitchen and I was not disappointed. We went on a Saturday and it was packed. The cashier/server handled the crowd calmly and quickly. We had to wait a bit to order because there were customers in line ahead of us. After we ordered we had to wait for a table to open, fortunately one did before our food arrived . The entire time we were there, there was a steady stream of customers. My husband tried the Hot Dog and fries and was not disappointed. The portion of the fries was very generous and the fries were excellent. I had the Sweet Chili Cauliflower Wings and was blown away. They cauliflower pieces were huge and the breading was crispy. The sauce was not overpowering and sweet. Since it was so crowded service was good, but we were not offered plates, silverware or napkins. The server was doing the best she could under the circumstances. The food was very good and if in the area I would definitely return. read more

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Amazing food choice in a casual and very friendly setting. Tried the soup of the day with focaccia bread. Lentil. Delicious and filling

Have you tried eating vegan? I hadn't either really. My family has some problems with dairy though, so we have tried several options at home lately, but this was our first fully vegan restaurant. And it was good! Our lunch was a club sandwich, buffalo cauliflower, and sweet potato fries. Now substitutions are obvious and yet satisfying. Dried mushrooms for bacon doesn't sound like it is going to work. And I admit you can tell the difference. But it still scratches the itch and tastes good! We are used to beyond meats so the chick'n was no problem. And I love buffalo cauliflower, bettwr than buffalo chicken if I am honest. Seriously some good food with no animals harmed. Did you stick around? Then you get to know the secret. Try the cakes. They are wonderful. The carrot cake was hard to put down. The menu changes often though, so try what you can get. read more

Always busy during dinner rush, parking can be a bit challenging especially on the weekends. Walked in and was greeted and given time to make our selections. Prices are a little bit on the higher side but that's expected given this genre. Decided to dine in, food took a little while to come out maybe 15 minutes. It was very fresh and hot. I will say like other people have mentioned about the tower burger ,it's mushy. Personally it didn't bother me ,but if you are looking for a more firm Patty or more resemblance to an authentic meat burger I would recommend the beyond Burger. Plenty of seating, lots of tables in the additional room. There are a lot of vegan snacks, different types of jerkies along the wall when you first walk in. Lots of different drink choices ,but the soda pop is very pricey at $4 a can. Overall I would give it a 4.5 but I'm giving it a 5 just because the service and the staff were very friendly. read more

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The moment you walk in you're greeted by a happy smiling face with a warm welcome! The space had nice vibes and had a private party section on the other part of the restaurant. My kiddos came with me and there were a couple options that they would actually go for (which I was pleasantly surprised by). They bring the food to your table after ordering and it was very quick. I ordered my kids some buttered elbow noodles and french fries... Can't go wrong with the classics! They ate them up and really loved the fries (myself included). The vegan cheese sauce was good too. It has a really nice consistency and flavor I wasn't expecting. I also ordered the tower burger with fries and it was SO AMAZING. I had read reviews prior to ordering and was not disappointed. It is a little messy so prepare yourself haha the tomato-ey puree combined with the fermented (yes it scared me at first too) veggie burger and crispy onion strings were a great combo and the chipotle aioli on top had a nice kick without being overwhelming. I definitely recommend that entree for first timers like myself... I even ate my leftovers for dinner and it was still just as yummy. I am curious as to what the other vegan meat and cheese substitutes taste like so I definitely would like to go again! And I'm by no means vegan whatsoever... But sustainable food is the future right? Happy eating! read more

Manna Kitchen - The Tower Burger Cheeze Fries - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

My sister arranged for takeout for us. She eats here often and loves everything. I am a vegetarian and need to eat gluten-free and she's an omnivore who is super open to trying new things. We each had the burrito bowls with tempeh. I dislike creamy things and ordered mine without sour cream, which they still added, but I was able to scoop most of it out. I should have skipped the "creamy queso", too. That was my mistake, so I take full responsibility. It made the whole dish quite moist and saturated. My sister loved her meal plus a side of jack fruit crab cakes. I appreciate the skill and effort that went into the dishes, but I'm afraid they just weren't for me. But I will give 4 stars as the food was served hot, ready on time, and the quality was good, just not my cup of tea. I'll return soon and hopefully be able to increase my rating to 5 stars. read more

Manna Kitchen - Burrito bowl with tempeh chorizo (GF)and a jackfruit crab cake. - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

I was expecting more from Manna, but I was left slightly disappointed given all the rave reviews. I really did like the option to purchase a variety of healthy alternative foods, such as different local nut butters, cake options, etc. I think their offering really contributes to the message of the kitchen. Cauliflower wings - the flavor was great, but didn't end up seeping through the cauliflower - just stayed on the outside. This was my favorite dish of the two just because the flavoring was awesome. I really liked that they included the dressing as well! Manna burger - my burger was just too heavy and soggy! I didn't find the burger to have much flavor and thought my fries were almost stale tasting. I will say, the decor is great! I liked how the interior dining area is really spacious, and they have outdoor seating available for the warmer months. I will definitely come back to try the other dishes customers rave about, but just found the dishes I tried to fall flat. read more

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Recently came back from the airport and wanted a place to eat a really healthy meal. Absolutely loved this place. It's got great positive vibes upon entering. Tons of great drinks to choose from, even their organic soda. The food is fairly priced and our host was really kind and friendly the whole experience. It's a nice quiet place, I wouldn't say it's a romantic place but very casual. It gets great foot traffic too. Some of the best burgers and tofu too! I tried some of their coleslaw too which wasn't bad either. read more

Visited for the first time on a Saturday afternoon at 2pm. Doors were locked even though there were people inside eating. A lady came to the front door and told us that they were not letting people in even though there were available tables. No signs posted announcing temporary closure. Apparently they were under staffed for the day. We were told to come back with no time when they would re-open. read more

Manna Kitchen - Manna Kitchen Front sign - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

This is the best vegan restaurant in Chicagoland. There are a wide variety of menu items daily for lunch and dinner (closed Sunday/Monday). Our favorite is the Rueben, an enormous sandwich than can easily feed two. The Mac and Cheese is a nice side if you don't want the fries! The restaurant itself is clean and friendly with two areas to dine in. We often just get a tack-out. A real find in the Western suburbs! read more

Excellent food. Anything I have tried including their amazing Vegan Reuben taste amazing. Beautiful ambiance in this suburban locale and warm and friendly staff and owners. read more

We looked on Yelp for a vegan spot while visiting from out of town and found this oasis. It is in a strip mall and yet has a warm and welcoming ambience. There are twinkle lights around the windows and two rooms with ample yet spaced seating. You walk in and up to a counter to place your order, then they give you a number to put on your table if dining in. The menu is extensive and varied and all plant based which is super exciting! It was a bit busy so we got carrot cake to start while waiting for our food to be ready. It was deliciously moist and flavorful with lots of nuts and raisins plus a hearty carrot flavor. By the time we finished our meals arrived. We split the bbq cauliflower appetizer but it was a large size with around 8 large pieces on a bed of lettuce. It was amazing! I loved the sweet Barbeque sauce and ranch dip. It was tender yet crispy without being oily. I also ordered the Mac n cheese which was a large bowl topped with mushroom bacon. The cheese is cashew based but you would never know because it is so creamy and smooth. My husband had one of their in house burgers which he enjoyed. It was topped with quite a few micro greens and a tangy mustard sauce which he took off and ate as a salad. All told it was a bit pricey for the meal but was worth it! We even had some Mac cheese for another day. I would highly recommend this spot for vegans and non vegans alike as the calming colorful ambience make for a peaceful meal with food that is outstanding! read more

Fantastic food, friendly service, great menu. Will definitely be back! I had the Greek salad and it was SO dense and delicious- one of few salads that leaves me feeling full! My husband had the Soul Bowl- amazing. Rich, fillings, saucy. read more

Manna Kitchen - Greek Salad with Vegan Feta Cheeze & Soul Bowl - both delicious!!!! - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

We stopped here for dinner after visiting the Morton Arboretum, and I'm so glad we did. Everything we had was unique and delicious. We started with an order of the Crispy Crab Cakes. My entree was a pasta dish that I can't remember the name of, but I'm glad I tried it. My husband also ordered the Marsala "Egg" Fries and was delighted in their unique flavor. I would definitely return for a repeat visit if we find ourselves in the area again. read more

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This place is a hidden vegetarian gem!! randomly found this restaurant on YELP, and I am so happy I found it! I got the chicken tenders & fries, my boyfriend got the beyond burger and fries. The chicken tenders and fries were fine (a little oily) but it helped when I dipped it in some ketchup and bbq sauce. My boyfriend absolutely LOVED his burger and fries. It was smaller than he expected BUT he loved it and has been begging me to go back . read more

Manna Kitchen - Deep fried Chik-n (appetizer) Waffle Fries - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

I dragged a dying soul eating man (carnivore, hehe) into this establishment. Anyway, I was greeted with smiles and an, "hello, how are ya? Have you been here before?". We both said no and he (man at register) gave us a rundown on how the restaurant works. I was appreciative and happy to know everything was VEGAN. I ordered what I ordered, read the pictures cause it's too much to type all the names. Mannn, it was DEE LEESHHH USSSHH I definitely recommend. go there. only thing I wish they had were house made drinks instead of bottled beverages. housemade as in smoothies, milkshakes or something. I will be back when I am in town. I love dat goood food. - Sincerely, the ovo-vegetarian read more

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Food was excellent!! Cashew Mac n cheese ! Burger Delicious ! Will be back ! Penang curry fresh veggies and great flavor read more

Manna Kitchen - Burger with side of Mac n cheese - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

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Manna Kitchen - A MUST HAVE ,ON THE SHELF FOR PURCHASES - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

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Great vegan eats, including salads, bowls, sandwiches, sides, desserts, and more. Most ingredients created or prepped in-house, others chosen tastefully. We had the Righteous Rubin sandwich, the Manna Club Sandwich, fries, Southern Baked Beans, and, for dessert, carrot cake and Black Forest cake. The Rubin was the best, cakes were tasty. Everything we tried was great. Would go again, no question. read more

Great place to eat, one of a kind food not found anywhere else! Very nice employees and peaceful environment. read more

Manna Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

I enjoyed the hot chicken. The place has plenty of room. Service was good. Looking forward to going back with the family.

Manna Kitchen has a nice relaxed cafe vibe. The cashier was cheerful and helpful. I ordered the Club Sandwich and the garlic parmesan fries. The flavor was great. It was a little bit greasy though. I got the fruit punch Olipop as a drink, which tasted good. Though my wife got the apple flavor, which we thought was better. read more

I love Manna Kitchen! They have tons of savory plant based foods making healthy taste to good to be true. Appetizers, salads, bowls, and so much more. This Pad Thai special was crazy good! They also make assorted nut butters and even desserts like pumpkin cheesecake. Supporting small business now is even more important then ever. It's in Lisle in a strip mall next to Dunkin Donuts. They do pickup now when dining is closed with covid regulations read more

Manna Kitchen - Pad Thai - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

I was in town for business...I drag my carnivore friend to vegan restaurants, she is always game. I selected Manna Kitchen based on the great reviews and it did not disappoint. We had the asparagus flat bread, potato and leek soup and sweet chili cauliflower. Every was delicious, perfectly cooked and portioned. Shawn took great care of us and was so much fun to talk to...and made some great recommendations. Thank you! read more

Went here for the first time for lunch and liked it so much took my wife for dinner the same day! Service is courteous and quick. Had the BBQ cauliflower wings which are healthy and tasty. The Rueben sandwich is filling. Enjoyed the tofu masala bowl with the right of amount of spice, not too hot. Asked to have extra cilantro which added a nice touch. Definitely coming back. read more

To be honest, I was VERY excited to try this restaurant. I placed an order online, and gave them a call about 17 mins later to check on the order's status, since I hadn't received an email confirmation as it stated on the website I would. It was clear they hadn't noticed the order came through, resulting in a longer wait time. I didn't make a fuss -- I was kind and patient. I went into the restaurant at the time they said my order would be ready. The door makes a loud bell/chime noise. It's a small space and there was a small group in there and one other customer sitting down. The woman at the counter did not greet my daughter and I, nor did she turn from her computer/tablet screen to acknowledge our presence. I waited a few seconds to see if she would. I finally said "Hello, I'm here to pick up an order for ______." She barely turned and responded, and proceeded to hand me my order. Now, I'm a black woman and my expectation when visiting establishments is to be mistreated, because that is what usually happens. I can't confirm that had anything to do with it. But it's a predominantly white town and I was just passing through from Chicago. It's impossible for the host/cashier to have not heard me enter the restaurant. The food looks incredible, though I haven't tried it yet. I'm still excited, but was disheartened and disappointed in the service. That will make a paying customer uncomfortable and not want to come back or recommend. Hopefully others can have a more positive experience than that. read more

Excellent. Food. Great service. The buffalo sandwich was fantastic. The curry bowl is so good!! Every single bite was delicious.

On our second visit, we tried the Mac N Cheese, and Manna Kitchen held up to their reputation as the meal was delicious. The cheese was so creamy and tasteful that the vegan ingredients did not deter from classic macaroni and cheese texture. I especially enjoyed the mushroom toppings that made the dish absolutely perfect! Their Mac N Cheese might be one of the best vegan versions of this dish that I tried, and I am so impressed that I will definitely be back to enjoy this again (probably within the week!). read more

Manna Kitchen truly knocked our socks off!! Upon walking in, you're met with beautiful and very mellow and relaxing decor. This is the first time I've tried anything vegan and I was blown away. For my entree, I ordered the Tower Burger with Parmesan Fries. I took a bite and said, "Wow." I split it with my sister too and she said, "Dude, oh my goodness, I should've ordered this!" It was SO good!! The BBQ sauce was not overpowering at all. Not too tangy. The mozarella worked surprisingly well with all of the flavors. The crispy onions added a perfect crunch. I was shocked that it was vegan and it tasted as good as it did! My sister came with me, so we also ordered the Panang Curry ($14.99) and the Nachos ($13.99?). It was delicious too! The Panang Curry was so flavorful and the sauce was perfectly seasoned. I wasn't huge on the tofu but the vegetables were soft and well cooked. The Nachos were amazing too and so tasty. I also ordered a slice of Black Forest Cake and WOW was it delicious! It was moist, the chocolate was perfectly rich, the cherries light. There was enough filling to frosting and cake ratio. Everything about it was amazing. I believe my slice was $7.50 which is a bit expensive for a single slice of cake but I know it was also gluten free I think, so those kinds of foods are a bit more pricier. They had such a great variety of drinks too it was so cool to see other brands than the usual Coca-Cola. They also have chips, butters, and bread for sale too. As a non-vegan, I could truly tell the difference of how I felt after eating. I felt cleaner and less bloated. And it didn't taste odd in any sense, as some stereotyping non-vegan would claim. It was absolutely amazing, flavorful, and well balanced. All of the items were very generously portioned. I think pricing is fair when you consider how much more expensive vegan items are in general. I don't think it was overly expensive but rather fair given the vegan market. I am in love with Manna Kitchen. I've never ventured out into the vegan space and I am so glad Manna was my first experience. Service was so great, with Ryan at the counter offering suggestions. I also noticed that all the cooks in the kitchen also had hairnets and masks on and even nets if the cook had facial hair. Unfortunately, that's a rare find nowadays surprisingly. So I was so impressed to see them take those extra steps and gave them even more credibility! I will be sure to be back!!! Please come and support this amazing local business. read more

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I was so happy to find a vegan spot. The Hula burger with pineapple, grilled tofu, great sandwich!!! the waffle fries was so good. I also ordered a dessert that was so delicious. I would definitely order again. read more

It's a vegetarian/vegan paradise. I tried the truffle burger based on the employee's recommendation it was great it came out and it was huge! Looked like a chicken sandwich but of course it wasn't. Pretty tasty, waffle fries are always a plus. There was a small issue that was rectified (which I'm not going to share). The cookies looked huge and I'm a sucker for chocolate chip it was delicious and huge. The manager rectified the issue I had with a dessert but that wasn't good either it was some type of tapioca pudding. I love the refrigerator full of healthy beverages some of those I already use. read more

Looking for a (clean) vegan restaurant in the good 'ole suburbs of Lisle? Who would have thought? Not just any welcome vegan restaurant, Manna Kitchen is the spot. We've been longtime fans of Manna bread (found in Whole Foods) and when we heard that Markus was opening a restaurant, we had to visit. Manna burger (pictured) included a housemade patty (I wanted to stay away from any Impossible or Beyond patties) and it was delicious. The waffle fries were a great addition. We also had the Schnitzel Platter with the vegan sour cream which was awesome. Also had a side of steamed broccoli and cauliflower as well as the cole slaw. Oh! And the cauliflower buffalo wings were delicious as they were lightly battered and tasty. Definitely will be back and will continue to try new dishes (and everything is reasonably priced which is super important). read more

Manna Kitchen - Manna burger - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

Excellent food and hospitality - I've been dying to eat here and it was worth the wait read more

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Great on food, 5 star, Good on atmosphere, 4 star, Wonderful for Service/staff 5 star. And the desserts looked outstanding, so tempting. Especially the cakes. Just a slice? Maybe next time..... Really enjoyed a tempting variety on menu. Will have to return. Opted for Vegan Chik'n wrap. Friend enjoyed vegan chik'n strips with BBQ sauce, mac- n - cheese, and a choc chip cookie (ok, I asked for a small bite!). Rumor is the sauces (bottled) are great. I did not try, again, next time. Close to Morton Arboretum, so nice hike plus vegan meal, great combo (combo not offered at fast food chains to my knowledge, unless maybe True Foods.) read more

Delicious vegan food, varied menu. The portions are generous. The Mac n cheeze entree could easily satisfy two people. It was yummy, with crispy onions on top. Didn't have dessert, but they had a few cake options as well as pudding, and all looked great. Was very quiet when I went, and staff was friendly and attentive. read more

My husband and I stopped to eat here 15min before closeting (unbeknownst to us ). At first, the. host was hesitant to take our order, but we ended up getting everything we wanted, and for the most part, all of it was delicious! (we had also been fasting for 16 hrs, so we ordered a lot! Tower Burger: Great flavor!! Loved that it was made of real veggies! The sauce was delicious Veggie lentil soup: chunky, thick, hot... just how I like my soup Butter noodles: our kids loved 'em... I thought they were a bit too oily/buttery. Butter was sitting at the bottom of the container Waffles Fries: not the best... not the worst Chicken sandwich (unsure of actual name): I did not taste it, but my husband said it was great! One thing that was missing was a nice veggie selection. There were no veggie sides apart from the entree salads and cole slaw. We kinda got moreso the "fast food" side of the menu, fittingly; as we were in a hurry. But nonetheless we enjoyed it! read more

Been here three times and absolutely loved the appetizers and entrees I had. Prepared quick and on time whether picking up or dining in! Great experiences every time and the employees have all been excellent, even when other customers weren't. Will be back very soon! read more

I took my grandparents here (they are not vegan) and they LOVED it!!! The burger was the perfect amount of crisp and the sweet potato fries are a hit! read more

Manna Kitchen - Chick'n Crispy Buffalo Chik-n sandwich - Vegan Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

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The cost of food is high for what you receive. Food is often very oily and flavors are often bland. However, everything is otherwise well cooked or baked. Some may enjoy the milder flavors, just not me. read more

Peorogi was delicious! Reminds me of a cheese filled onion cake. Or fried dumpling. Sorry my references for this dish are delicious Asian items, because it definitely doesn't taste asian, it's a different kind of delicious. This is a must get again item. It had sour cream and sauerkraut so it was a mix of a little bland and vinegary, super hot perorgi and cold temperatures on the condoments. So it was a great experience for the taste buds. I would definitely get this again, maybe I'd get 2 orders of this, and eat 4 all by myself. Also got the schnitzel platter. This is a kind of like a meat patty. It was tasty, but maybe it should be eaten as a sandwich.. German potato salad was also fun. Would definitely try other items as well. I wish they had donuts today... Would return at least for those yummy peorogis! read more