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Chicago

Best US city for vegansWalletHub 2026

What a year of Chicago’s menus is worth

An estimate. 983 restaurants here serve a vegan main, and 10% of the mains on their menus are ones a vegan can order, so about 16,450 vegan meals a day are ordered in place of a meat meal.

about 40,000,000 lbs of CO₂e kept out of the air

about 2,200,000,000 gallons of water saved

about 60,000,000 sq ft of forest spared

about 2,000,000 animals spared

about 6,000,000 plant-based meals

the average city we cover. Per-day figures from Cowspiracy and The Vegan Calculator, the same ones your profile uses. Restaurant covers from Technomic; the share of vegan dishes actually ordered from Garnett et al., PNAS 2019. Menus say what a city offers, not what was ordered.

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PLANTA Queen

American · 413 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
  • VeganSpicy Tuna Roll
  • VeganDragon Roll

    tempura broccoli, spinach, avocado, unagi

  • VeganTorched & Pressed
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Loving Heart

American · 838 W MONTROSE AVE
  • VeganSteamed Bao

    vegan steamed bao bun with cabbage, carrot, onion, garlic and tofu filling

  • Almost certainlySunshine in a cup

    pineapple, kale, apple, mango, spirulina, coconut milk

  • Almost certainlyBeyond Burger

    whole wheat bun, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, avocado, in house made mayo and cashew spread

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Gyu-Kaku Restaurnat

Japanese · 1364 W RANDOLPH ST
  • VeganPlant-based Beyond Meat stir-fried
  • Almost certainly1/2 Avocado ................... 2.50 120 cal
  • Almost certainlyAssorted Vegetables GF
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Gyu-Kaku Restaurant

Japanese · 210 E OHIO ST
  • VeganPlant-based Beyond Meat stir-fried
  • Almost certainly1/2 Avocado ................... 2.50 120 cal
  • Almost certainlyAssorted Vegetables GF
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Sushi-San River North LLC

Japanese · 233 S WACKER DR
  • Almost certainlyThe First 10

    Japan · The First 101oz 902oz 180

  • Almost certainlyDays

    Japan · Days1oz 112oz 22

  • Almost certainlyShoman "Lesser Ripening"

    Hokkaido, Japan · Shoman "Lesser Ripening"1oz 312oz 62

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Northern Fork

American · 350 N ORLEANS ST
  • VeganVeggie vegan

    Salads · (gluten free)

  • VeganMini Dessert Box

    (vegan)

  • VeganJust Eggs

    Hot · Available individually with just eggs & potatoes meal (vegan, gluten free)

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Soul Vegan Luv

American · 11722 S WESTERN AVE
  • VeganSpaghetti classic

    Weekday · Rich tomato sauce, basil, and parmesan

  • VeganBattered Cauliflower

    Starters · Lightly Battered Cauliflower served with yoru choice of dipping sauce- Soul Vegan BBQ Sauce, Garlic Sauce, or Chicago's own Buffalo Sauce

  • VeganBattered Mushrooms

    Starters · Lightly Battered Mushrooms - Lightly Battered Mushrooms served with your chioice of dipping sauce- Soul Vegan BBQ Sauce, Garlic Sauce, or Chicago's Own Buffalo Sauce

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Native Foods

American · 1518 E HARPER CT
  • VeganBBQ Chicken Salad
  • VeganBuffalo Chicken Run Ranch
  • VeganBulgogi bowl
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Le Pita Fresh

Mediterranean · 6141 N BROADWAY
  • VeganDolma

    Appetizers · 6 pieces of grape leaves stuffed with rice, veggies, and spices

  • VeganEggplant Falafel Saj

    Saj Sandwiches · grilled eggplant tomato,cucumber and tahini sauce wrapped in flat bread and toasted

  • VeganFalafel Bowl

    Protein bowl · Rice,salad,4 PC falafel topped with tahini served in a bowl with pita

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Pars Cove East

American · 435 W DIVERSEY PKWY
  • Almost certainly🥗 Lunch

    Quinoa & Black Bean Power Bowl

  • Almost certainly🍏 Snacks

    Apple with Almond Butter + Carrot Sticks with Hummus

  • Almost certainlyRolled oats
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Virgin Hotels Chicago LLC

American · 203 N WABASH AVE
  • VeganFruta Loca

    Fresh Start · fresh fruit, tajin, chamoy, pepitas, coconut

  • VeganCrispy Brussels Sprouts

    Shareables · agave, sriracha, sesame seeds

  • VeganFruit Plate

    Sweets · berries, melon, grapes, pineapple, watermelon

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Aladdin's Eatery

Mediterranean · 614 W DIVERSEY PKWY
  • Almost certainlyLoubie Bzeit

    italian green beans sautéed with onions, whole cloves of garlic, fresh tomatoes, and extra virgin olive oil

  • Almost certainlyFalafel

    crispy, fried vegan patties made with ground chickpeas, fava beans, onions and herbs, served with tomato slices and tahini lemon dressing

  • Almost certainlyTabouli

    a delicate mixture of chopped parsley, sweet onions, diced tomatoes, bulgur, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and fine herbs

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Nicky's of Beverly

American · 10500 S WESTERN AVE
  • Vegan4 pc Nashville Hot Vegan Tenders

    Four crispy plant-based chicken tenders tossed in Nicky’s signature fiery Nashville hot sauce. Bold, spicy, & seriously addictive—you won’t miss the meat

  • VeganVegan Banh Mi

    A bold, vibrant plant-based spin on Vietnam’s iconic street sandwich: shredded vegan beef, tangy pickled slaw, fresh jalapeños, pickled red onion, & vegan spicy mayo

  • VeganVegan Brat

    A Beyond Meat bratwurst grilled & served on a toasted pretzel bun with yellow mustard, sweet relish, & caramelized grilled onions. Game day flavor, no

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Beatrix

519 N CLARK ST
  • VeganVegan Butternut Squash Miso Soup VG

    spicy chili crunch, basil oil

  • VeganVegan Hummus Wrap

    Sandwiches & Wraps

  • VeganVegan Mediterranean

    Wraps

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Playa Bowls Lakeview East

American · 2949 N BROADWAY
  • Vegan5 Banana, Cinnamon, Figs & Walnuts

    Banana, walnut, cinnamon, fig

  • VeganBeach Break

    Pineapple, carrot, ginger, lemon

  • VeganDawn Patrol

    Orange, carrot, apple

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Yatai

Japanese · 6230 N BROADWAY
  • VeganVegetarian Ramen

    Vegan broth, top with stir fried shiitake, garlic, bean sprout, scallion, cabbage

  • VeganVegan California Roll

    8 pcs. Avocado, cucumber, carrot

  • VeganVegan Mexican Roll

    8 pcs. Avocado, cucumber, cilantro, jalapeno, spicy sauce, lime

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Ba le Sandwiches 2

Vietnamese · 2141 S ARCHER AVE
  • VeganVegan Tofu

    Banh Mi

  • VeganSpicy Vegan Pho

    Noodle Soup

  • VeganVegan Lemingrass Chicken & Tofu Noodle Salad

    Ba Le Entrees

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India House

Indian · 59 W GRAND AVE
  • VeganLentil Soup

    (Gluten Free, Vegan)

  • VeganVegan Thali

    Soup, Dal Banjara, Chana Masala, Aloo Gobi, Basmati Rice, Tandoori Roti, Papad (Vegan)

  • VeganJeera Aloo

    Potatoes sautéed with cumin seeds and spices (Vegan)

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Cafecito

Mexican · 26 E CONGRESS PKWY
  • VeganElveez

    Sweet plantains, guava jam, peanut butter

  • VeganVegan Mixto Vegano Tray
  • VeganVegan Vaca Frita Tray
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Eris Brewery and Cider House

American · 4240 W IRVING PARK RD
  • VeganVegan Breakfast Hash

    Portabella mushrooms, broccolini, red onions, poblano peppers, black beans, corn and seasoned breakfast potatoes* sub fries for GF

  • VeganCrispy sliced breakfast potatoes (VG/GF)
  • VeganBroccolini (VG / GF)

    Veggies sautéed with garlic and shallots

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Park & Field

American · 3509 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL, 60647
  • VeganBeyond Burger VEGAN

    Salads · Cured Pickle / Lettuce / Tomato / Vegan Aioli

  • VeganBlack Bean & Tofu VEGAN

    Tacos

  • VeganVegan al Pastor VEGAN

    Tacos

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The Black Vegan

American · 2300 S KEDZIE AVE
  • VeganYummy Plant Based Tacos!

    Oyster Mushroom Tacos Ground Beefless Tacis 🚗 Delivery Only FREE Delivery Until 1:00 AM Limited quantities available. Order now before we sell out!

  • VeganCooking Class: Learn How to Make Lion's Mane Wings + Oyster Mushroom Tacos - Aug 30th

    LOVE OUR FOOD? NOW YOU CAN LEARN HOW WE MAKE IT! We're opening up the kitchen for a special hands-on cooking experience featuring two of our most popular menu items: LION'S MANE WINGS + OYSTER MUSHROOM TACOS You'll actually make them yourself while learning our techniques and getting step-by-step guidance. $75 — ONE CLASS $100 — BOTH CLASSES SAVE $50 WHEN YOU TAKE BOTH! AUGUST 30 • CHICAGO 1–3 PM — Lion's Mane Wings 3–6 PM — Oyster Mushroom Tacos 7261 S Exchange Come learn the dishes everyone's talking about — then keep coming back to enjoy the ones we make for you. 😉 SHOPBLACKVEGAN.COM

  • Vegan6pc Spicy Portabella Wings with small side

    *contains wheat

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Floriole Bakery LLC

American · 1220 W WEBSTER AVE
  • Almost certainlyRatatouille

    From the freezer · Our take on the classic French Provençal dish that celebrates the bounty of summer. Nichol's Farm & Orchard eggplant, tomatoes, zucchini, squash, sweet peppers, and onions simply roasted in olive oil, salt, and pepper, then tossed with fresh basil. Delicious on its own with a crusty baguette, or served over rice or pasta for something heartier

  • Almost certainlyDiaspora Co. Spices

    Gourmet Grocery · Diaspora Co. Spices was founded to radically reimagine the spice trade: investing money, equity and power into the best regenerative spice farms across South Asia, and bringing wildly delicious, hella potent flavors into your home cooking. Diaspora Co. is a queer, woman of color owned & led biz, so beyond championing gorgeous heirloom spice varieties, we’re committed to creating something for us, by us. Deepening what “Made in South Asia'' can mean, and how we tell our stories of freedom, struggle, and diaspora through food

  • Almost certainlyRancho Meladuco Medjool Dates

    Gourmet Grocery · A loose packed box of delicious, caramely medium to large sized dates! There are approximately 18 dates per 1 lb box. Unpitted. Box measures 4.75in x 6in x 2.25in Certified organic and grown in California

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Rangoli-Indian Cuisine

Indian · 2413-2415 N CLARK ST
  • Vegan305. Kolvari "D" Saag

    Vegetarian Main Dishes · Combination of potatoes, chickpeas, and mushrooms in spinach

  • Vegan316. Aloo Palak

    Vegetarian Main Dishes · Potatoes with spinach, herbs, & spices

  • Almost certainly101. Veggie Samosa

    Vegeterian Appetizers · (2pc) Most famous triangular pastry filled with mashed potatoes and peas

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Pick Me Up Cafe

American · 3408 N CLARK ST
  • VeganVegan Mac & Cheeze
  • VeganVegan Mozzarella Stix
  • VeganVegan Nachos

    tortilla chips topped with vegan cheddar, avocado, tomatoes, vegan chorizo & fresh jalapeños. served with salsa

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167 Events

American · 167 N GREEN ST
  • VeganNine Vegetable Chopped Salad gf vg

    Butternut Farm Greens, Artichoke, Peppers, Avocado, Mustard Vinaigrette

  • VeganField Green Salad gf vg

    Butternut Farm Greens, Fresh Radish, Red Wine Vinaigrette

  • VeganFarm Green Salad gf vg

    Werp Farm Greens, Fresh Radish, Red Wine Vinaigrette

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Ba le Sandwiches et Cafe 2

Vietnamese · 2141 S ARCHER AVE
  • VeganVegan Lemingrass Chicken & Tofu Noodle Salad

    Ba Le Entrees

  • VeganVegan Xa Xiu

    Vegan Banh Mi

  • VeganVegan Lemongrass Mushroom

    Vegan Banh Mi

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Alibaba Cafe

Mediterranean · 4044 W LAWRENCE AVE
  • VeganFruit Plate ()

    Apple, Pineapple, grapefruit, grape, banana

  • Almost certainlyOrange Spice Black
  • Almost certainlyJasmine Blossom Green
10vegan
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Reno

American · 2607 N MILWAUKEE AVE
  • VeganKale (vegan)

    Kale, radish, cucumber, bagel croutons, vegan green goddess dressing

  • VeganFrisee spinach (vegan)

    Frisee, spinach, shaved mushrooms, fried leeks, almonds, vegan sherry vinaigrette

  • VeganIl Capo (vegan)

    Eggplant caponata, vegan tofu ricotta, spinach, romesco sauce

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Defloured

American · 2333 N MILWAUKEE AVE
  • VeganVegan Lavender Filling
  • VeganDairy-Free Vanilla / Vegan Lemon Filling
  • VeganVegan Vanilla
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Handlebar

American · 2311 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
  • VeganThree sliders with our house-made black bean patties, cheddar OR vegan cheddar
  • VeganVegan Chili Mac Attack
  • VeganVegan Chimichanga
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Konbini and Kanpai

Japanese · 1433 W BELMONT AVE
  • Almost certainlyPokka, Houjicha
  • Almost certainlySanko, Vita-Hi Plus
  • Almost certainlyPocari Sweat
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Nori Sushi & Noodle Shop

Japanese · 1235 W DEVON AVE
  • Almost certainlyAsparagus Maki

    Vegetable Maki · Steamed asparagus

  • Almost certainlyAvocado Maki

    Vegetable Maki · Avocado Maki Avocado

  • Almost certainlyGoma-Ae

    Salads · Goma-Ae Steamed spinach topped with sesame sauce and sesame seeds

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Maharaj Indian Grill

Indian · 333 S STATE ST
  • VeganSarson ka Saag

    Spinach cooked with onions, tomatoes, mild spices, and fresh herbs

  • VeganVegan Lunch Express

    Choice of palak tofu, mutter tofu, or okra, and yellow dal and served with basmati rice and naan

  • VeganVegan Lunch Express 2

    Garlic whole wheat bread served with homemade barbeque eggplant garnished with cilantro, tomato, and onions. Mint sauce on the side

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Noonokabab

Mediterranean · 4707-4713 N KEDZIE AVE
  • VeganPersian Salad [12oz]

    Soups & Salads · Freshly diced cucumbers, tomato & red onions, tossed with lemon juice and a touch of mint

  • Almost certainlyBaba Ghannoush

    Appetizers · Roasted eggplant blended with tahini, fresh garlic, parsley & lemon juice; topped with

  • Almost certainlyFalafel

    Appetizers · Chickpeas, fresh vegetables & spices ground then lightly fried in vegetable oil. Served

9vegan
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Dante's Pizza,inc

Italian · 3028 W ARMITAGE AVE
  • VeganBeatrice

    Garlic sauce, button mushroom, portobello

  • VeganGORGON (vegan)

    Spinach, portobello, red onion, black olive, green pepper, tofu crumbles ( no vegan mozzarella )

  • VeganVegan inferno

    Palermo’s Unreal Sausage & Pepperoni, fresh garlic, jalapeño, poblano, giardiniera, red onion, vegan mozzarella

9vegan
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Sushi Payce

Japanese · 1417 W Fullerton AVE
  • VeganFried Gyoza Vegetable-炸蔬菜饺子

    Appetizers · Deep Fried Japanese vegetable dumpling, dipped with ponzu sauce. (Vegan, Vegetarian)

  • Almost certainlySesame Balls-芝麻球

    Appetizers · Red bean paste inside, coated with Sesame seeds

  • Almost certainlyAvocado Roll

    Vegetable Rolls · Avocado, seaweed, sushi rice

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Au Cheval

American · 800 W RANDOLPH ST
  • Almost certainlyElmer T Lee

    30 • 45

  • Almost certainlyThomas S Moore

    14 • 21

  • Almost certainlyWeller Antique 107

    40 • 60

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Reza's

Mediterranean · 432 W ONTARIO ST
  • Almost certainly4. Tabbuli
  • Almost certainly7. Baba Ghannouj
  • Almost certainly6. Falafel
9vegan
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Vintea

818 N STATE ST
  • Almost certainlyTapioca
  • Almost certainlyRainbow Crystal
  • Almost certainlyTaro Crystal
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The Commons Club

American · 203 N WABASH AVE
  • VeganFruta Loca

    Fresh Start · fresh fruit, tajin, chamoy, pepitas, coconut

  • Almost certainlySpring Greens

    crisp radish, shaved cucumber, fine herbs, aged balsamic vinaigrette

  • Almost certainlyBlood & Sand

    Classics · johnnie walker black, carpano antica formula, cherry heering, orange

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Soul Food Heaven

American · 641 E 75TH ST
  • VeganVegan Jambalaya
  • VeganVegan Red Pepper Chicken Alfredo
  • VeganVegan Drumsticks

    two sides and drink

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Juicerx Bucktown LLC

American · 1880 N DAMEN AVE
  • Almost certainlyCreamy Tomato Soup

    Toasts, Paninis & Soups · Housemade and 100% plant-based, this rich, velvety soup is slow-cooked for hours and crafted from sun-dried tomatoes, almond milk, and Kettle & Fire® vegetable broth, blended with sweet onion, carrot, garlic, and oregano for balanced depth and natural sweetness. Finished with a touch of balsamic and maple, and topped with fresh basil and sourdough croutons for the perfect savory crunch, it offers a creamy texture and rich, warming flavor that feels like comfort in a bowl.Almond milk*, Kettle & Fire® Vegetable Stock (Water, Tomato Paste, Sea Salt, Mushrooms, Vegetable Extract (Carrots, Onions, Leeks)), Sundried Tomatoes*, Carrot*, Nutritional Yeast, Vermont Maple Syrup, Garlic*, Sweet Onion*, Oregano*, Basil*, Balsamic Vinegar*, Pink Salt, Black Pepper, Chili Flakes*. (*organic) (GF, v)Topped with fresh basil and Kooshy® Sourdough Croutons (Organic Wheat Flour, Sunflower Oil, Sea Salt, Cane Sugar, Black Pepper, Wheat Sourdough, Yeast, Rosemary Extract). (Contains: Wheat; Remove croutons

  • Almost certainlyMaple Pecans

    Housemade Snacks · pecans*, Vermont maple syrup*, extra virgin coconut oil*, pink salt. (*organic)

  • Almost certainlyChocolate Peanut Butter Bites

    Housemade Snacks · coconut butter*, peanut butter*, Vermont maple syrup*, cacao nibs*, maitake mushroom extract, pink salt, cacao powder*, hemp seeds*, ceylon cinnamon*. (*organic)

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Playa Bowls Bucktown

American · 1735 N DAMEN AVE
  • Vegan5 Banana, Cinnamon, Figs & Walnuts

    Banana, walnut, cinnamon, fig

  • Almost certainlyAloha

    Banana, mango, pineapple, coconut milk

  • Almost certainlyApple Cinnamon Crunch Bowl

    Playa Acai® base topped with freshly diced apples, blueberry flax granola, walnuts and banana fanned across the bowl, finished with a peanut butter drizzle and a dusting of cinnamon for a mix of crisp apple, warm spice and nutty crunch

8vegan
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Tostini

Mediterranean · 1622 W MORSE AVE
  • Almost certainlyGazoz
  • Almost certainly1000g Caykur Filiz
  • Almost certainlySesame Sticks
  • Almost certainlyTaco Flor de Calabaza

    Squash blossom, cilantro, onion, handmade tortilla. Allergen note: contains nightshade, allium

  • Almost certainlyTaco Huitlacoche

    Corn smut on a handmade tortilla. (Add toppings in Add Ons) Allergen note: contains nightshade, allium

  • Almost certainlyLimon con Mango
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The Little India

Indian · 1109 W BRYN MAWR AVE
  • Almost certainlyPappadum [2 pcs]

    [Crisp lentil wafers fried or baked]

  • Almost certainlyVegetable Pakora

    [Potatoes, onion, cauliflower chick-pea batter fried]

  • Almost certainlyBhel Puri

    [Crunchy rice snack served with onion, tomato, cilantro & dried mango powder, with tamarind sauce]

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Nesh Mediterranean Grill

Mediterranean · 734 W FULLERTON AVE
  • Almost certainlyBaba Ganoush

    Smoky roasted eggplant pureed with tahini, garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Topped with olive oil and served with pita

  • Almost certainlyGrape Leaves (Dawali)

    Tender grape leaves stuffed with seasoned rice, fresh herbs, and spices

  • Almost certainlyFalafel

    Ground chickpeas mixed with parsley, fresh herbs and spices. Served with tahini sauce

And 923 more in Chicago. Dish search covers all of them.