ISO plant-based brunch joints in the Windy City? Look no further!
Good morning, Chicago! Whether you’re craving a weekday brekkie or planning a Sunday Funday brunch with friends, Chi-Town is the place to be. From tofu scrambles and plant-based pancakes to IG-worthy avocado toast and vegan donuts, the options are seriously endless. Next time you’re looking to level up your morning meal, check out these nine vegan brunch spots in Chicago.
Kale My Name
Albany Park
When the week calls for weekend brunch with your besties, head to Kale My Name. From breakfast burritos and avocado toast to tofu scrambles and chilaquiles, this all-vegan menu is totally loaded. While we love every item, the Cauliflower Wings & Waffles meal is our repeat order. It’s the sweet, salty, savory, and buttery combination for us!
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Fancy Plants Café
Lakeview
We could brunch at Fancy Plants Cafe every day! The Croissant Sandwich, Daily Quiche, Lox Bagel, and Breakfast Burrito can turn anyone into a repeat customer! Plus, the cafe and bakery options are astonishing. From mocha lattes to banana bread to chocolate croissants, Fancy Plants makes vegan brunch in Chicago an unforgettable experience.
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Spirit Elephant
Winnetka
Are you taking a break from the hustle and bustle of downtown? We hear you! Spirit Elephant is the place to brunch when in Winnetka. The entirely vegan restaurant features options from avocado toast, breakfast tacos, and breakfast burritos to pancakes, waffles, and giant cinnamon rolls. We can’t imagine a better plant-based breakfast lineup. Add a cup of joe or a cocktail from the bar.
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Bloom Plant Based Kitchen
Wicker Park
For a Sunday brunch to remember, head to Bloom Plant Based Kitchen. Find waffles in both sweet and savory preparations—Shrooms & Waffles and a Churro Waffle, Stuffed French Toast, and Chilaquiles. Additionally, Bloom features a Sun-Dried Tomato & Romesco Omelette and Tempeh Ranchero Omelette to round out the brunch menu. Invite your friends and order one of everything.
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Liberation Kitchen
Ukrainian Village
Previously named Upton’s Breakroom, this fully vegan eatery has transformed over the years. But don’t worry, Liberation Kitchen continues to peddle epic vegan brunch in Chicago! We see you, Breakfast Croissant. In addition to the tasty breakfast meals, Liberation also features vegan donuts. Grab a dozen or two.
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Handlebar
Wicker Park
Vegan-Friendly
It’s time for vegan brunch, Chicago style! Head to Handlebar for some of the best breakfast options in the Windy City. From vegan breakfast burritos to plant-based biscuits & gravy, this vegan-friendly menu absolutely slaps. While we love a weekend brunch, it’s available every day of the week at Handlebar! "Vegan Diablos," here we come!
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The Chicago Diner
Lakeview & Logan Square
Vegan-Friendly
If you’re looking for those brunch-at-a-diner vibes, you’re in luck! The Chicago Diner features pre-set brunch entrees like vegan cinnamon roll French toast, plant-based “steak & eggs,” and cruelty-free Benedicts. But the diner also allows you to build your own brunch. Catch us loading a plate with scrambled tofu, tempeh strips, and potato hash. When in Chi-Town, visiting this iconic vegetarian eatery is a must!
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Lucy’s Café
Roscoe Village
Vegan-Friendly
Wakey wakey! Join us as we head out for vegan brunch in Chicago. Lucy’s Café, here we come! The vegan chilaquiles are definitely on the list of plant-based options to order. But we also have our eyes on the banana-walnut pancakes, tofu scramble, and embellished avocado toasts. Additionally, we can’t go without coffee and freshly squeezed juice when at Lucy’s.
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Pick Me Up Cafe
Ravenswood
Vegan-Friendly
Don’t just save this one for the weekend, have brunch all week long at Pick Me Up Cafe. The vegan-friendly joint offers several plant-based brekkie offerings to choose from. The Vegan Benedict is our go-to, but the scrambles keep us coming back for more. Additionally, this eatery features pancakes, pancakes, and pancakes! Find vegan buttermilk, chocolate chip, berry, and pecan varieties.
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