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THE CHICAGO DINER

(5.0 Score)
3411 North Halsted Street,
Chicago, IL 60657 Directions

Since 1983

Specialty:

✓ Spinach Artichoke Dip ✓ Thai Chili Wings ✓ Buffalo Wings ✓ Poutine ✓ Caesar Salad ✓ The Radical Reuben ✓ Spicy Crispy Chicken ✓ Cuban Sandwich ✓ Gyros ✓ Smoked Tofu Club ✓ Cajun Black Bean Burger ✓ Portobello Truffle Melt ✓ S.U.V. (Straight Up Veggie) ✓ Fish 'n Chips ✓ Chicken Parmesan Sandwich ✓ Chocolate Coconut Cheesecake ✓ Cocoa Mousse Cake ✓ Donnie's Peanut Butter Puck ✓ Cinnamon Roll ✓ Small Shake ✓ Large Shake ✓ Mashed Potato and Gravy

"The Chicago Diner offers an extensive menu of creative vegetarian and vegan menus. The Chicago Diner has attracted a legion of devotees, celebrities, musicians, and notables. The restaurant also offers vegan milkshakes, a Radical Reuben with homemade seitan in place of corned beef, biscuits, vegetarian gravy, and Chicken Fingers for the kids. Gluten-Free dishes and a kids' menu are available. You can also try their delicious Portabella Truffle Meat, which consists of Marinated mushrooms, arugula, tomato, onion, white truffle aioli, Teese mozzarella, and ciabatta. Chicago Diner offers online orders and high chairs.

2026 Update: The Chicago Diner has a growing selection of gluten-friendly options on their menu."

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Best Vegan Restaurant 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 (runner-up) and 2010
Eat Out Awards Best Vegetarian Restaurant in 2007
Dining Out Awards Best Restaurant Midwest 2009
License #68509653

Price:

Appetizers
Spinach Artichoke Dip $12
Thai Chili Wings $13
Poutine $13
Special Recipe Wings $13
Nachos $13
Fries Appetizer (Small) $4
Fries Appetizer (Large) $6
Add Cheese $2
Chips & Guacamole $11
Onion Rings $9
Spicy Chicken Quesadilla $14
Soup & Salad
Soup Of The Day (Cup) $4
Soup Of The Day (Bowl) $6
Add Cup Of Soup To Any Salad, Sandwich Or EntréE $3
Quinoa Chili (Cup) $6
Quinoa Chili (Bowl) $12
Garden Salad $8
Caesar Salad $15
Chicken Ranch Salad $15
Taco Salad $15
EntréEs
Truffle Mushroom Lentil Loaf $20
Coconut Lime Chicken Gf $20
Country Fried Steak $18
Pierogi Quesadilla $14
Thai Basil Stir Fry $17
The Soul Bowl $16
Aaaaavocado Tostadas $15
Quinoa Chili $12
Scrambled Tofu Deluxe $15

Discount:

Get a $10 Off on After Spending $250

Contact:

(773) 935-6696 (773) 354-6859

Mon- Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri: 11am - 10pm
Sat: 10am - 10pm
Sun: 10am - 9pm

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HANDLE BAR

(4.9 Score)
2311 West North Avenue,
Chicago, IL 60647 Directions

Since 2003

Specialty:

✓ Fried Pickles ✓ Black Bean Tostadas ✓ Nachos ✓ Chili Cheese Fries ✓ Chips and Guacamole ✓ Handlebar Salad ✓ Everything Green Salad ✓ Wilted Kale Salad ✓ Fried Avocado Tacos ✓ Black Bean Maduro ✓ Sambal Tofu ✓ Chili Mac Attack ✓ Vegan Chili Mac Attack ✓ Quesabirria Tacos ✓ Sloppy Joe ✓ Buffalo ‘chicken’ Wrap ✓ Grilled Cheese ✓ Green Meanie ✓ Nashville Hot Fried “chicken” ✓ Fried Avocado Grilled Cheese ✓ Fried ‘chicken’ Patty Melt ✓ The Roadhouse ✓ Club Sandwich ✓ Freshly Cut French Fries ✓ Garlic Mashed Potatoes ✓ Collard Greens ✓ Organic Black Beans ✓ Cup of Chili ✓ Sesame Broccoli ✓ Organic Black Beans and Rice ✓ Mixed Greens ✓ Organic Brown Rice ✓ Creamy Cabbage Slaw

"Handle Bar serves a wide range of vegetarian and vegan comfort food. Their team serves food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Handle Bar recycles, brews fair-trade coffee, serves all organic products, and sources produce from local farms. The restaurant aims to treat their customers with respect and civility to extend the same courtesy to its employees. You can also try their dishes, such as McMuffin, Samosas, Brussels sprout pasta, and fried avocado tacos. Happy Hours are available from Monday to Thursday. Handle Bar also offers dine-in, indoor, and outdoor seating, takeout, and online order facilities.

2026 Update: Handle Bar boasts a charming outdoor patio area with ample seating. Space heaters are provided for added comfort during colder weather."

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Price:

Snacks
Nachos $55
Fried Pickles $40
Chips & Guacamole $20
Cauliflower Wings $55
Chips & Queso $18
Served By The Dozen
Nashville Hot Sliders $50
Smashburger Sliders $50
Fried Avocado Tacos $50
Vegan Crispy 'Chicken'
Crispy 'Chicken' Bucket - 10 Piece $35
Vegan Ranch $6
Wing Sauce $6
Creamy Vegan Cabbage Coleslaw $20
Mains
Chili Mac Attack $50
Add Buffalo Chicken Seitan $20
Vegan Chili Mac Attack $50
Add Buffalo Chicken Seitan $20
Vegan BBQ Mac & Tot Casserole $64
BBQ Mac & Tot Casserole $64
Sides
Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese $20
Vegan Dream Mac & Cheese $20
Sesame Broccoli $22
Collard Greens - Full Tray $130
Collard Greens - Half Tray $65
Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Half Tray $50
Seitan Sausage Gravy $18
Everything Green Salad $80
Handlebar Salad $46

Contact:

(773) 384-9546 (872) 253-1353

Mon-Fri: 10am - 12pm
Sat & Sun: 9am - 12pm

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PLANTA CHICAGO

(4.9 Score)
413 N Clark Street,
Chicago, IL 60654 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Caesar ✓ Pacific Pad Thai ✓ Wafu Crunch ✓ Poke Bowl ✓ Unagi Eggplant Nigiri ✓ Ahi Watermelon Nigiri ✓ Spicy Tuna Roll ✓ Rainbow Roll ✓ Red Dragon Roll ✓ Dragon Roll ✓ Firecracker Roll ✓ Volcano Roll ✓ Baked Crab Roll ✓ Torched & Pressed Roll ✓ Truffle Fried Rice ✓ Brisket Kimchi Fried Rice ✓ Beef & Broccoli ✓ Drunken Chick'n ✓ Peri Peri Kebabs ✓ Singapore Noodles ✓ Chili Crab Noodles ✓ Udon Noodles ✓ Korean Chick'n Sandwich ✓ Pepper Steak Lettuce Wraps ✓ Wok Fried Bok Choy ✓ General D's Cauliflower ✓ Blistered Sugar Snap Peas ✓ Chilled Green Beans ✓ Crispy Chick'n Cutlet ✓ Crispy or Blackened Tofu ✓ Avocado

“2026 Update: PLANTA Chicago is a celebration of innovative, plant-based Asian-inspired cuisine curated by Chef David Lee. The restaurant features a vibrant atmosphere and a stylish design, perfect for enjoying fun, late-night vibes. PLANTA Queen Chicago offers signature dishes like Truffle Udon and Bang Bang Broccoli while also expanding its plant-powered offerings to include sushi, dumplings, sustainably crafted cocktails, and more. PLANTA Chicago reimagines and reinvents plant-based dining, showcasing the delicious potential of plants to make a positive impact on the world.”

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Price:

Snacks
Nachos $55
Fried Pickles $40
Chips & Guacamole $20
Cauliflower Wings $55
Chips & Queso $18
Served By The Dozen
Nashville Hot Sliders $50
Smashburger Sliders $50
Fried Avocado Tacos $50
Vegan Crispy 'Chicken'
Crispy 'Chicken' Bucket - 10 Piece $35
Vegan Ranch $6
Wing Sauce $6
Creamy Vegan Cabbage Coleslaw $20
Mains
Chili Mac Attack $50
Add Buffalo Chicken Seitan $20
Vegan Chili Mac Attack $50
Add Buffalo Chicken Seitan $20
Vegan BBQ Mac & Tot Casserole $64
BBQ Mac & Tot Casserole $64
Sides
Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese $20
Vegan Dream Mac & Cheese $20
Sesame Broccoli $22
Collard Greens - Full Tray $130
Collard Greens - Half Tray $65
Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Half Tray $50
Seitan Sausage Gravy $18
Everything Green Salad $80
Handlebar Salad $46

Discount:

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Contact:

(630) 691-7238

Mon-Thu: 11:30am - 10pm
Fri: 11:30am - 11pm
Sat: 11am - 11pm
Sun: 11am - 10pm

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THE CHICAGO DINER REVIEWS

Chicago Diner is an excellent establishment for vegetarian and vegan communities. The service was friendly and professional, and the cuisines were well presented, nicely portioned, and the ingredients appeared fresh and were delicious. This is a great restaurant to try while in the area; there are several options to choose from. This visit was our first time for all in my party, and all were well satisfied.

I had such a great time here a few months back that I wanted to come back and write a review when I was reminded of this place. The food is great and love the atmosphere. My friend and I had the biscuits and gravy, sweet potato fries and milkshake. Love it. We came around dinner time and were able to get right in even though we missed our reservation. The service was great and we enjoyed the vibe. Thanks Chicago Diner.

Went here with my family and everyone loved it! The food was delicious and the service was great too! The country fried stake and the tofu clubs tasted out of this world!!!! I really enjoyed eating here, and so did my family. Highly recommend for yummy vegan foods.

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HANDLE BAR REVIEWS

Love the atmosphere, they’re welcoming spirit, I blended right in I got the Vegan crispy chicken melt and my friend got the signature handlebar sandwich. Everything was delicious and to top it off we got the Vegan. Raw Pie.

come here often with friends. black bean tostadas with vegan cheese was fire. fried “chicken” salad. cauliflower wings. vegan garlic mash. you can get yummy lattes and mocktails here if you’re n/a. portions are generous.

So good! It’s great spot to hang out and have a meal!! I enjoyed the vegan chilli mac attack & buffalo chicken wrap! Love the vegan options! They have great selection of mocktails!! Which I got the Billie Jean & gingerbread cake for dessert! I was in heaven! Make the trip.

PLANTA CHICAGO REVIEWS

A warm, intimate dinner date. The ambiance was beautiful. Soft music, dim lit, and golden decor. Server, Macy was very polite and inviting. She explained the menu well and made wonderful recommendations. The Bang Bang Broccoli was so delicious. Lightly fried and seasoned well, topped with an amazing sauce. The Crispy Rice was equally delicious, with a kick of spice, as well as being unique. Had an amazing Dragon Roll, Bak Choy, Chick'n Fried Mushrooms, Beef and Broccoli and Chilli Crab Noodles. The noodles were spicy, nutty, steaming hot. Finished off with an ice cream scooped, peanut topped brownie. Will be back for sure.

We came to this restaurant while visiting Chicago. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous with a lovely, ambient atmosphere. Service was a bit slow but in all fairness they were busy and it was completely understandable. Everything we tried was absolutely delicious. The presentation of the food was beautiful, as well as the flavors etc. This is a great place for vegans and non-vegans alike and was a highlight of my trip. Parking garage nearby. Highly recommend.

Everything was amazing! We planned to go for the late night happy hour and our server told us all the sushi was $9. What a nice treat. They recommended the eggplant nigiri, and the other photo is the volcano and firecracker roll. Excellent service, knowledgeable staff, and good vibes. My friend was obsessed with the Korean chicken sandwich.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE CHICAGO DINER Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Business Hours: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Followers Ratio: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Page Maintenance: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Social Media: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

HANDLE BAR Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Followers Ratio: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Page Maintenance: 10
Social Media: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

PLANTA CHICAGO Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Page Maintenance: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Variety of Menu: 10
Social Media: 10