Best Vegan Restaurants in Downtown / Loop

133 restaurants available nearby

1. Bandol

4.1

Excellent(266)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 13 times today

Bandol blends French and Mediterranean classics with modern seafood, a raw bar, and American influences, inspired by the coastal town of Bandol. Its light-filled, art-deco space is ideal for everything from a morning espresso and pastry to a business lunch, memorable dinner, or late-night digestif. Parisian-style outdoor seating offers a relaxing escape in the heart of the city. Bandol serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and weekend brunch.The upscale to-go coffee bar and bakery counter offers Lavazza coffee, grab-and-go breakfast items, and house-made pastries, perfect for a quick pick-me-up.Parking validation is available for guests parked at 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, enjoy free parking with a $25 meal purchase. Bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.

2. The Grillroom

4.6

Exceptional(3160)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loop

Booked 24 times today

Treat yourself to expertly crafted dishes, bold flavors and a stylish vibe at our modern Steakhouse in the heart of Chicago. We proudly serve Allen Bros. award winning steaks, the freshest seafood, pastas, and more. Enjoy steak and style all just steps away from the top hotels, theaters, shopping and the bustling business district.Having dinner before a show or event? 🎭We are located directly across the street from the CIBC theater & within close proximity to several surrounding venues including the Cadillac Palace Theater, Nederlander Theater and Chicago Theater. To ensure the dinner experience standards we pride ourselves on, please allow at minimum 1.5 hours for your reservation with us.• For 7:00 PM shows: Last seating at 5:45 PM• For 7:30 PM shows: Last seating at 6:15 PM• For 8:00 PM shows: Last seating at 6:45 PM •After these times, pre-theater guests are welcome to enjoy offerings at the bar. We look forward to making your time with us special!

3. Bar Pendry

4.3

Awesome(40)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)

Off the Pendry Chicago lobby within the historic Carbide & Carbon building, Bar Pendry is a celebration of a classic Chicago cocktail bar. Walk-ins are always encouraged, with reservations taken only for Boozy Tea. With interiors designed by world-renowned design firm Studio Munge, the sophisticated lounge is tucked behind heavy floor-to-ceiling drapery and boasts a dark and moody atmosphere with custom leather sofas, vintage rugs, cozy banquettes and a curated art collection. Anchored around a double-sided fireplace, the 54-person bar offers guests with a selection of classic and seasonal cocktails, wine and local beers along with a menu of elevated bar bites by Pendry Chicago’s Executive Mark Shoemaker and Sunday Afternoon Boozy Tea, available by reservation only.

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4. Quartino - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(11043)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 154 times today

Quartino Ristorante is a lively, authentic Italian restaurant and wine bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Our menu features Italy's regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and seasonal dishes. Menu items, served in moderate portions and meant to be shared, are perfect for adventurous diners ready for a unique experience.

5. Ema - River North

4.7

Exceptional(4563)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • River North (Chicago)

Booked 135 times today

A Mediterranean & California-inspired restaurant featuring small plates & Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter style cooking in Chicago's River North.

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6. Beatrix - River North

4.6

Exceptional(5356)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 89 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant was created by Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and house blends from our very own, Beatrix Coffee Roasters. Beatrix is open daily for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.

7. Bloom

4.8

Exceptional(517)

Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 34 times today

100% Plant-Based restaurant in Wicker Park. We have always had the core belief of being as good to ourselves (and the earth) as possible, but as we grow, we have always wanted to do more. With this desire, we decided to open Bloom Plant Based kitchen. Not only is eating a more plant-based diet healthier and more forgiving to one’s body, but it is significantly better for the environment. However, with healthy plant-based options not being the popular choice, we know we have stiff competition. Therefore, our intention with Bloom is to focus on bringing flavorful, healthy, and affordable plant-based food to families while also being desirable and appealing to everyone regardless of their diet.

8. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2690)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 283 times today

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

9. PLANTA - Queen

4.4

Awesome(30)

Price: Moderate

• Vegetarian / Vegan • River North (Chicago)

Under Chef David Lee, PLANTA is dining as it should be – an unguilty pleasure. Created in 2016, PLANTA is a celebration of delicious and innovative plant-based cuisine served in a beautifully-designed space, without pretension and with an overflow of good vibes. PLANTA Queen River North features signatures like Ahi Watermelon Nigiri and Bang Bang Broccoli while expanding plant-powered horizons with ceviche, dumplings, noodles, sustainably-crafted cocktails, and more. PLANTA reimagines and reinvents plant-based dining, providing flavorful (and fun) proof that the power of plants can change the world.

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10. Miru at The St. Regis Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(1290)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 124 times today

Miru, Japanese for "view" celebrates the flavors and cuisine of Japan. We invite you to join us for a collection of sharable dishes including tempura and crispy rice, a robust seafood and beef selection, as well as expertly crafted sushi, overlooking the Chicago River and Navy Pier.

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RobertVIP
Chicago / Illinois •88 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We went on a bitter cold winter day after a matinee showing of Harry Potter. The staff was superb. Friendly, warm and welcoming. We started with Tuna Tartare followed by the Filet Mignon and the marinated steak salad. All were excellent. It’s pricey but not out of line with other high end Chicago downtown restaurants.
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The GrillroomPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Loop
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4.6
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Patricia-IsabellaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time trying Quartino as this is on my list of places to explore since moving to Chicago 5months ago. It was okay, small tables, tables too closed together also. Food was decent, not what I expected.
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Quartino - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Nick
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Seafood salad is nice lite lunch. Good place for client lunch in loop.
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BandolPrice: Moderate• Contemporary French / American• Downtown / Loop
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4.1
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ELDARVIP
Chicago / Illinois •49 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 7, 2025
Ēma offers a vibrant menu filled with delicious cold and hot mezzes, fresh salads, and expertly grilled kebabs. The ambiance is serene and inviting, making it a great spot for both casual and celebratory meals. Service is attentive and friendly, adding to the overall delightful experience.
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Ema - River NorthPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 11, 2024
Everything was really good!! Loved the tea time experience!!
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Bar PendryPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• River North (Chicago)
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4.3

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133 restaurants available nearby

1. Bandol

2. The Grillroom

3. Bar Pendry

4. Quartino - Chicago

5. Ema - River North

6. Beatrix - River North

7. Bloom

8. Aba - Chicago

9. PLANTA - Queen

10. Miru at The St. Regis Chicago

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