Chicago Diner

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• The brunch menu is great. And the vegan Dagwood is fabulous!

  by Carrie R

  
  

• Vegan gyros!

  by Bram E

  
  

• Rueben sandwiches are so good

  by Leo A.

  
  

• Loved it...and this is coming from a definite carnivore! Had no idea I walked into a vegan restaurant, but I'm glad I did! Food and service was top-notch!

  by Darwin F.

  
  

• Go hungry and even then you may want to split a meal! We had more than half the Titanic Burger & Country fried steak leftover- it would've fed at least 4 ppl! Desserts were amazing so save some room😂

  by Veg C

  
  

• Ruben, shakes and the quinoa chilli

  by Brian Z

  
  

• so many breakfast options i thought i'd said goodbye to once i went vegan. everything is wonderful!

  by Paige K.

  
  

• Awesome cheesecake and from someone who isn't a vegetarian this place is really good

  by Lee C.

  
  

• Absolutely delicious vegan food.

  by Angel S

  
  

• Serving up classic diner staples without any animal products. Yep, there's steak and eggs, Reuben sandwiches and chilaquiles all without meat, cheese or eggs and just as good as the real thing.

  by PureWow

  
  

• The Rueben

  by Linda J

  
  

• I had the black bean burger with avocado and fries. It was delicious!

  by Yasemin K.

  
  

• The avocado toast adds have great taste mixed with a great mix of textures. Crunchy lettuce, hard she'll taco mixed with creamy avocado and so much more!

  by Adam R.

  
  

• The shakes, Reuben, country fried everything, everything is good. Make sure to get the mac&cheese

  by Daniel A

  
  

• Everything! Even as an omnivore it's delicious

  by Alex L

  
  

• do not leave without ordering the poutine. you're welcome

  by Ricky K.

  
  

• I think is my favorite vegan restaurant ever! Loved everything I had here. This location is more cramped than the other one but it's across the street from Roscoe's!

  by Phillip J.

  
  

• Best Restaurants according to radicalpossibility.com

  by Amanda

  
  

• The herb gravy on the mashed potato side drenches them but is still really light and tasty.

  by Ryan H.

  
  

• Great vegetarian spot.

  by David W.

  
  

• Very vegetarian spot in boystown

  by David W.

  
  

• I would move to Chicago for this place. Ate here 3 times in one weekend. Rueben was the best, followed by bbq ranch salad.

  by Anne S.

  
  

• they have a stupid policy of not seating until everyone is there, regardless if the restaurant is more than half empty. that's just ignorant

  by Keith P.

  
  

• Seriously meat free but couldn't tell. The gyros was great! Nice small selection of craft beer. Crowded but loved the diner atmosphere. Nice servers.

  by Raed M.

  
  

• My favorite go to spot when I'm in Chicago. Best vegan Reuben in the world!

  by Hathor P

  
  

• Vegan shakes and fries are amazing. It's easy to spend a more money than you plan on here, but you won't be disappointed

  by Zak H.

  
  

• Cajun Black Bean burger!

  by Majed A.

  
  

• I'm not a vegan, but the milkshakes here are better than any I've had with dairy.

  by Connie P.

  
  

• Great place for a carnivore to take a vegan! Delicious food, do not go expecting it will taste the same as meat, go and explore how good vegetarian can be.

  by Jeff m

  
  

• Portobella sandwich, salad and green tea.

  by Alisson M

  
  

• Fantastic vegan comfort food. The cookie dough peanut butter milkshake is a must! Concocted from soy milk and corn ice cream goodness.

  by Pam E

  
  

• The buffalo wings were some of the best buffalo wings I've ever tried - and I'm a meat eater who loves wings! Tastes amazing - you won't even know it's not chicken!

  by Anamaria H.

  
  

• Always a wait but that's a good sign! Vegan desserts are to die for!

  by Becky B.

  
  

• Black bean burger, portobella prime sandwich, and tofu stir fry were delicious!

  by Danielle Marks

  
  

• Everything is good here! I would recommend the pizza popper appetizer. You'd NEVER believe it's vegan. The salted caramel milkshake is also divine. ðŸ�­

  by Adam Cerny

  
  

• Probably everything but mos def Reuben and lemon meringue

  by Holiday

  
  

• Cajun black bean burger is tasty! Sweet potatoes is really nice!

  by Kübra Zengin

  
  

• The shakes are bangin'!

  by Joanna F.

  
  

• However you feel about it, almost everything is made from soy.

  by Matthew S.

  
  

• Margaritas

  by Rob K.

  
  

• All the desserts here are complete vegan. Featured on Unique Desserts. Must try the orange lime raw vegan cheesecake and cocoa mousse cake!

  by Kingsley Younger

  
  

• Excellent grasshopper shake

  by Emily Bauersfeld

  
  

• Always, always save room for dessert.

  by Michael Wayne

  
  

• Very filling!! Great brunch option.

  by Mischa Lumiere

  
  

• I am no vegetarian and vegan neither, but food here is Amazing!

  by Ricardo A

  
  

• A really special place. Food wonderful and feel is one of a kind. Had the Reuben and the Kale White Bean soup. Both were outstanding. I think they make the Thousand Island. I want it on everything.

  by Ryan H.

  
  

• Their signature burger!!

  by Leonardo Gastmann

  
  

• Good for a date and awesome music!

  by nina K

  
  

• Can we talk about those snickerdoodle cookies, please? Unreal.

  by Marissa Yennie

  
  

• Chicago vegan legend. Reuben gets all the love but the truffle melt really, yes, melts my heart. Seitan wings are amazing starters and the peanut butter shake is the best end to your vegan junk feast.

  by Amy G.

  
  

• Vegans, vegetarians, non vegetarians will love this place. I recommend the Thai chili wings as an appetizer. I love that there is a small lot adjacent to the diner. Rare in Chicago

  by Dora Tung

  
  

• I always get a shake to end the meal, no matter how full I am! The peanut butter cookie dough is one of my favorites

  by Dana P.

  
  

• The food here was great . Got my non-vegetarian grandfather to try the veggie ribs and he liked them! They were delicious along with the ice cream and black bean burgers. Must walk through the kitchen

  by Renz P.

  
  

• You don't need meat to have a delicious breakfast.

  by Forrest J.

  
  

• Get a milkshake. A bit expensive, but oh so good.

  by Kristin W.

  
  

• The Reuben is my all time favorite sandwich. Best food in the world. This is also one of the top vegetarian restaurants in the whole country!

  by Gregg P.

  
  

• Check out Chicago Diner as seen on Unique Sweets

  by TV Food Maps

  
  

• Everything! Great for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone who likes burgers and milkshakes. My sweet potato burger with avocado etc was fantastic and so was the vegan Mac n cheese on the side! A fav place

  by Madeline Gullett

  
  

• Do not order anything here. I'm a longtime vegetarian and everything I tried was AWFUL

  by Rachel S.

  
  

• Never ever ever order the Vegan Banh Mi. It's the worst...

  by Kelly B.

  
  

• Very good variety for a vegan place. Everyone enjoyed their dishes.

  by Pocket Sun

  
  

• With an extensive menu of food and drink, the friendly staff can cater to all of your comfort food fantasies, and even make it a bit healthy along the way.

  by AFAR Media

  
  

• Looks like a classic American diner but serves vegetarian and vegan versions of comfort foods such as reuben sandwiches, country-fried steak and even a turkey dinner on Thanksgiving.

  by Redeye Chicago

  
  

• The thin slices of juicy seitan are impressively flavorful especially when smothered with the creamiest vegan tzatziki sauce you can imagine. The whole deal is wrapped in a perfectly fluffy pita.

  by Chicagoist

  
  

• Radical Reuben <3

  by Kristin W.

  
  

• Such a good black bean burger!!

  by Bradley C

  
  

• go vegan ;)

  by Maricela Contreras Gonzalez

  
  

• You can't go wrong with the wingz

  by Kaili L.

  
  

• Get the poutine!

  by Angelica Dongallo

  
  

• Best vegan options till date!!! Meat lovers feeling left out!! Quinoa chilli was nice

  by Kush S.

  
  

• So many vegan options, it was overwhelming! The food was fantastic!

  by Julie

  
  

• The best veggie restaurant in the world!!!! AMAZING....

  by Erick L

  
  

• VEGAN POUTINE

  by Michelle S.

  
  

• The Spicy Chickun Sandwich is amazeballs. Like... faux reelz

  by Colby D

  
  

• Best vegan food in forever. It's like I would make at home but better times 9000

  by matthew g.

  
  

• The brunch menu is the only thing worth waking up before 3 for.

  by Joseph H.

  
  

• carrot cake milkshake is the best!

  by Khadija B.

  
  

• Mexicana Bowl all day. So delicious.

  by Christopher B.

  
  

• My boyfriend got the ruben sandwich & loved the sauerkraut. I got the spicy black bean w/ a side of kale &Ginger so good!! We topped off our lunch with splitting a peanut butter cookie dough shake!

  by Becky D.

  
  

• The carrot cake is off the hook! Order it - you won't be sorry.

  by Travis

  
  

• New mango habanero wings are the win!

  by matthew g.

  
  

• Country fried staek does not disappoint! Tastes just like the real thing!

  by Sebastian G.

  
  

• Getting there early enough for the brunch menu is completely worth it.

  by Deanna

  
  

• Do they not believe in putting ice in your water...? Really?

  by Ian A.

  
  

• Holy shit, the carrot cake shake.

  by 🆗🆒Lindsey W.

  
  

• Breakfast stops at 3pm

  by Dennis G.

  
  

• Watch the grease quotient on sandwiches they can be a lot to handle ESP if you have gallstones

  by Emily C.

  
  

• The Vegetarian Times recommends the Radical Rueben with a side of greens and a mocha milk shake.

  by Michael L.

  
  

• I just can't handle how good the food is!

  by Elizabeth F.

  
  

• It is an atrocity that in 100+ tips the country fried stæk has not been mentioned. So there, I mentioned it.

  by phill h.

  
  

• I'm a vegetarian from out of town and I make a point to come here every time I visit Chicago. I want to eat here every day.

  by Meik K.

  
  

• Chances are there's going to be a wait when you go. The food's worth every minute of it!

  by Matt K.

  
  

• The wake fry poutine is amazing, utterly satisfying

  by matthew g.

  
  

• Though this diner doesn't serve any meat, it serves the kind of greasy food diners are known for. The radical reuben, a vegan reworking of the classic sandwich, is just as good as its meatier cousin.

  by Serious Eats

  
  

• They should make their items order-able from a smart phone by adding them to the app "appay biz". That way, I can order ahead using "appay"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  by George W.

  
  

• All vegan/vegetarian! and I am not but I went for my daughter and the food was very tasty!

  by Kelley J.

  
  

• Chai milkshake = DELICIOUS. The reuben was also amazing.

  by Lauren

  
  

• Good variety on menu.. Good service. Place is a lil seedy, grimy tho'.. Time to wash down & paint the interior & walls. Milk carton sitting out unrefrigerated.. I doubt the glass shelves get washed..

  by S G.

  
  

• Planning a party and need a fab cake, but need to accommodate a range of food allergies in your group? The bakery here can deal w/lactose-, nut-, and gluten-free requests & make it pretty and delish!

  by Mary B.

  
  

• Incredible food! Love the brunch menu. Also get the snickerdoodle cookie for dessert :) so good

  by Paras K.

  
  

• Veggie gyros: tastiest dish in the city

  by Jenni S.

  
  

• The peanut butter puck dessert is friggin ri-donk-ulous.

  by Gary S.

  
  

• When cold outside put your name on the waiting list right away, even if you're waiting on your party to show, and use the enclosed waiting area behind the restaurant instead of standing in the cold.

  by James D.

  
  

• I had a salad from here that seemed to take a while BUT when I got my salad I started to wonder if they hadn't plucked the vegetables fresh from their own garden. SO FRESH and delicious!

  by Venessa F.

  
  

• Greatest vegan restaurant on the planet. Go for something hearty and meaty!

  by Jordan B.

  
  

• Got to try the gyros! Skip the soul bowl...

  by kartik s.

  
  

• I rate it a 6 not 9.2 rating it has. Pricey for the portions. Portabella Melt and sweet potato fries. Not impress b/c my sandwich was cold and there were few strips of shrooms. Coffee was nasty.

  by Mimi C.

  
  

• Try the Breakfast Bowl - Biscuits, gravy, eggs & potatoes. Totally #vegan & a perfect breakfast. (via @Foodspotting)

  by Jason M.

  
  

• The Gyros are awesome! Although, so is everything else! :)

  by Amanda C.

  
  

• Don't seat yourself park on the side of the building and order BBQ Wingz

  by Emily C.

  
  

• The titanic burger is the best burger on the menu! For brunch the scrambled tofu and cinnamon rolls are the way to go!

  by Khadija B.

  
  

• The bbq wings r insanely good! If u hate ranch, like me, get the balsamic vinagrette for dipping!

  by Khadija B.

  
  

• Courtesy Veg*n Chicago by Amy Graff

  by Paul F.

  
  

• Grab a side of mac and cheese for a classic comfort food gone vegan. I don't know how they do it, but it's good.

  by Jake S.

  
  

• The spicy Buffalo-style wings are to-die-for, and the creamy soy shakes are truly delightful. Also awesome: the biscuits ‘n' gravy, tempeh Reuben, chicken-fried steak, and cookies-and-cream cake.

  by VegNews Magazine

  
  

• They have the best veggie burgers around!!! :) I will be going there again. :D

  by Shawna R.

  
  

• The sweet potato quesadilla is perfection.

  by Haley J.

  
  

• This might sound like a greasy place but it's one of Chicago's best veggie restaurants.

  by Drew F.

  
  

• The BBQ wingz are the best.

  by Amanda S.

  
  

• Try the Radical Reuben - Easily the best vegan Reuben ever made! (via @Foodspotting)

  by Susie D.

  
  

• Try the special Baja fish tacos, and peanut butter chocolate cake!

  by Joe M.

  
  

• Chicago Diner has one of the best vegan menus in Chicago. Seriously.

  by Jerry S.

  
  

• My favorite restaurant of all time. Some of the "fake" meat items like the rueben or the gyro are better than their "real" counterparts. I'd definitely recommend the desserts and the shakes, as well.

  by Morgan B.

  
  

• Ask for the Dagwood. It's not on the menu any more, but it's amazing! Get it with cheddar cheeze.

  by Michael J.

  
  

• Service often slow, occasionally awesome. Chi Diner, why did you get rid of one of your most popular items (pb choc cake)?! Bring it baaack!

  by tara d.

  
  

• The water is never cold.

  by Assilem

  
  

• A vegan/veggie friendly restaurant in Lakeview, not far from the GAYHOP. They have (v) burgers, (v) shakes, even beer. Busy on weekends so call ahead.

  by FLee Q.

  
  

• A must stop for anyone who loves veg restaurants, has a fantastic atmosphere. Check out the buffalo wings - the best ever.

  by Nina

  
  

• Meat Free since '83! Almost everything on the menu is vegan! You can't go wrong with anything, but try the roasted veg polenta, grilled portabello or caprese sandwich. Don't forget dessert! Yum!

  by Nia M.

  
  

• Get the cookie dough peanut butter shake!! AMAZING!

  by Alissa D.

  
  

• The strawberry lemon cupcakes r unbelievable!

  by Khadija B.

  
  

• This is no place for a budget eater, but the food is damn good.

  by Iyke M.

  
  

• Vegetarian & Vegan, place has great comfort food and awesome brunch. Great drinks - beer, wine, smoothies, specialty drinks.www.veggiediner.com

  by Wigglyville P.

  
  

• Vegetarian & Vegan, place has great comfort food and awesome brunch. Great drinks - beer, wine, smoothies, specialty drinks.www.veggiediner.com

  by Wigglyville P.

  
  

• Vegan milkshake heaven.

  by Emma Z.

  
  

• Eat everything. It's all edible godliness. Especially hungover.

  by Dritan V.

  
  

• Breakfast Bowl (tofu) is amazing!

  by Adam S.

  
  

• Hipsters everywhere--LOL!! :) Great food, whether you're vegan/vegetarian or not. Enjoy your experience!

  by Angela P.

  
  

• Amazing veggie comforts! Try the buffalo chickün wings and wash it down with a Vanilla Chaï milkshake. Amazing service by beautiful people!

  by Bradley C.

  
  

• Had a great burger. I plan to go back and try something new!

  by Monica B.

  
  

• You'll love this place even if you're not a vegetarian!

  by Mad Mimi

  
  

• the new buffalo "chicken" sandwich is UBER tasty! Or my favorite the "Gyro" with sweet potato fries!

  by Lionel G.

  
  

• pancake combo with spinach tofu scramble for brunch! my favorite

  by Brittney H.

  
  

• The vegan shakes are to die for! Skip the wait- get a shake to go from the counter!

  by MJ B.

  
  

• Definitely try the pesto chickn sandwich

  by Darcy

  
  

• They water the sriracha down. Otherwise not bad.

  by Kenny Z.

  
  

• Sweet potato quesadillas. EAT THEM, LOVE THEM, LIVE THEM.

  by Stefanie G.

  
  

• BBQ wings are a must have app :)

  by Delia R.

  
  

• Three decades of diner grub, hold the meat: Mickey Hornick and his Chicago Diner transformed vegetarianism in the city http://chicagoreader.com/x/5012325

  by Chicago Reader

  
  

• Get the Egg Biscuit Sammy. The Cajunnaise is just the perfect amount of kick. So good!

  by Heidi B.

  
  

• Try the west potato fries with the spinach dip. Nom Nom Nom.

  by John B.

  
  

• Start off your day with a well-balanced meal at The Chicago Diner! We’re pretty enticed by their “soul bowlâ€�, which features quinoa, sweet potatoes and your choice of tofu or eggs. Yum!

  by ZocDoc

  
  

• Gotta try everything on the menu, at least once!

  by Luke W.

  
  

• Chocolate ship cookie dough shake.

  by Lily L.

  
  

• four words - chocolate chip vegan cheesecake.

  by Mina R.

  
  

• The bakery has an excellent selection of vegan cakes , which are a good choice when you need to get a birthday cake for someone who is lactose-intolerant.

  by Mary B.

  
  

• Try their vegan milkshakes! Soo yummy!

  by Erica Grigg @.

  
  

• Service is terrible and the wait time for your food is a very long time. I had a waiter that actually argued with me about what an appetizer was. I will never go there again.

  by Christopher H.

  
  

• Get the strawberry shake...you won't regret it!

  by Sarah D.

  
  

• Better gyros than Greektown. Better cinnamon roll than Ann Sather. No kidding.

  by Gordon W.

  
  

• Don't let the meatlessness fool you. This place is amazing and has the most filling and delicious of foods. Of any foods.

  by Allie B.

  
  

• Two words, breakfast bowl.

  by Tom L

  
  

• You'll get ratted out to Aurors for casting illegal curses while dining... ;)

  by Erik G.

  
  

• Some of the best vegan fare in America. The vegan buffalo "wings" are a must-try - better than real wings, and that's coming from a carnivore!

  by Leanne V.

  
  

• Best vegan diner style restaurant bar none. NYC and SF got nothin' on this place!

  by Chris T.

  
  

• The vegan milkshakes are out-of-this-world amazing, even if you aren't vegan. Definitely get the chocolate chip cookie dough/peanut butter.

  by Katie H.

  
  

• Even if you are a carnivore, this place rocks.

  by RCRD LBL

  
  

• vegan cookie dough peanut butter milkshake tastes better than any real shake youll get anywhere!!

  by Hannah G.

  
  

• Vegan ranch sauce!!!!!

  by Deanna

  
  

• Shamrock shake & a shot of wiskey= Heaven

  by Deanna

  
  

• Chicago Diner hates women. It's strange, but they inject their politics into everything. They use misogynistic images of Sarah Palin and other consetvatives. Have never seen more hate filled vegans.

  by Kevin D.

  
  

• So wonderful even meat eaters love it!! All different types of food to fit every craving!! And AMAZING deserts!!

  by Rachel H.

  
  

• Try the tofu scramble Ah-mazing

  by Shaun V.

  
  

• Mozzarella sticks are pretty tasty but the cheez is a strange texture.

  by Michael J.

  
  

• order the buddha burger. its amazing!

  by Leah P.

  
  

• The Halfpipe sandwich. Its like man vs food. O m g

  by Lawrence J.

  
  

• Try the black bean burger! It's awesome with cheeze (possibly better without). Liberally apply the mayo!

  by Michael J.

  
  

• Cinnamon roll and breakfast bowl. Yes please!

  by Vinny M.

  
  

• Try the Pumpkin Smores

  by Foodspotting

  
  

• There is a back patio for outdoor summer dining. In winter it is enclosed and heated for waiting patrons. (Always expect a wait.)

  by Cassandra S.

  
  

• Great Po Boy Samich!

  by Emily Vagts

  
  

• Why is everyone SO nice?? Loves it! Be sure to not be too long for take out orders- sweet potato fries will get soggy.

  by Chris K.

  
  

• The Chicago Diner is a haven of meatless dining. Truly tantalizing to the vegan sect are their non-dairy desserts like black forest, cookies and cream or lemon cakes.

  by Travel Channel

  
  

• Nachos are nommin!

  by Julie ð

  
  

• Get the avocado tostadas if you like Mexican food

  by Ethan A.

  
  

• if youre a burger fan, go for the bbq bacon cheeseburger. ive been here 3 times and that was probably the best thing ive had thus far

  by Kurt L.

  
  

• Chocolate peanut butter cookie dough milkshake is straight from heaven! I'm not vegan and it was hands down the BEST milkshake I've ever had!

  by Tiffany A

  
  

• The s'more milkshake is amazing.

  by Kevin K.

  
  

• Vegan Caesar salad rivals the best dairy versions in the city....

  by Jeffrey S.

  
  

• The mexican style huevos for breakfast and burrito suizo special for dinner are the best. Service is slow if you sit outside.

  by Anne H.

  
  

• Peanut butter pucks are the best! And they keep in the fridge at home for days (if you can get them to last that long!)

  by Travis A

  
  

• Ruben is amazing!

  by Jason J.

  
  

• Grilled soya cheese sandwich ftw!

  by Black Velvet Magazine

  
  

• BBQ wings... Everytime I'm in to start

  by Joee M

  
  

• Sweet potato quesadilla!

  by Chris F.

  
  

• The chocolate peanut butter cookie dough milkshake is incredible.

  by Ami

  
  

• The Monte Cristo is the way to go for brunch my friend.

  by Lauren A

  
  

• Birthday=free pint!

  by Brent K.

  
  

• my Mom had a fake Reuben Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries

  by Jill O.

  
  

• The best potato skins I've ever had.

  by Drew L.

  
  

• The Dagwood tastes like winning a gold medal! Chuck and Sam are the best; take a picture.

  by Jonathan S

  
  

• The peanut butter cookie dough milkshake is straight from heaven. Really!

  by mark r.

  
  

• The chai milkshake. That is all.

  by Laviyah N.

  
  

• Try their delicious soy ice-cream milkshakes and potato skins ... mmm

  by Mikaela M.

  
  

• Get the fib-rib sandwhich and tell your server that you pretend they are human ribs.

  by Brent K.

  
  

• get the raw vegan cheesecake! I'm not even a vegetarian and it won me over

  by Emily M.

  
  

• Everyone must try the "Roast Beef & Cheddar"

  by Tim K.