Discover Vegan & Vegetarian Spots in Downtown Evanston!

Whether you’re a dedicated vegan, a curious vegetarian, or simply someone looking to explore meat-free options, Downtown Evanston's dining scene has something for you. While most restaurants offer vegetarian options, these places are more dedicated to plant-based dining. Check out the restaurants and favorite dishes below and make sure to tag us on Instagram or Facebook to share your dining experiences or recommend another dish or restaurant! 

17 Kitchen | Plant Based by LM

17 Kitchen | Plant Based by LM

17 is a celebration of vibrant, plant-based dining – crafted to energize, empower, and uplift. Every dish is created with intention, grounded in the belief that what we eat can help us live more fully, more consciously, and more connected to the world around us.

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Elephant + Vine | 719 Church St.

Elephant + Vine | 719 Church St.

elephant + vine's entire menu is plant-based. Visit for vegan bites like the Korean BBQ Chik'n Sandwich, Thai Crunch Salad, or Cauli Wings. And don't forget to grab an ice cream shake or smoothie!

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sweetgreen | 1601 Sherman Ave.

sweetgreen | 1601 Sherman Ave.

This locavore-friendly counter-serve chain specializes in organic salads & bowls. You can get any bowl or salad without meat or substitute tofu for extra protein. One of our faves is the Shroomami Bowl with roasted tofu, warm portobello mix, cucumbers, basil, shredded cabbage, roasted almonds, wild rice, shredded kale, miso sesame ginger dressing. Stop in or order online!

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Bat 17 | 1735 Benson Ave.

Bat 17 | 1735 Benson Ave.

Bat 17 has a range of vegetarian and vegan fare like the Portobello Sandwich, Sesame Orange "Chicken Salad", Cesar Salad, Egg Froman sandwich and more! 

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Deep Purpl - Acai Bowls | 630 Davis St.

Deep Purpl - Acai Bowls | 630 Davis St.

Craving something sweet but also plant-based and packed with protein? Deep Purpl Acai bowl will fill you up and leave you feeling good! You can order an acai bowl or smoothie complete with fruit toppings and nut butters! 

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Everest Indian Cuisine | 630 Church St.

Everest Indian Cuisine | 630 Church St.

Everest Indian Cuisine's menu features Indian and Nepalese cuisine with many vegetarian entrees. Check out their lunch buffet every Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 11:30AM- 2:30PM. Stop by with friends and try the Vegetable Samosas, Daal Saag, or Chana Masala! 

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Habibi In Mediterranean Grill | 825 Church St.

Habibi In Mediterranean Grill | 825 Church St.

Take a trip to Habibi In to try a falafel sandwich, pita wrap or falafel over rice or salad, and grab the lentil soup while you're at it! 

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Mid Kitchen | 1512 Sherman Ave.

Mid Kitchen | 1512 Sherman Ave.

Mid Kitchen offers many great vegan/vegetarian breakfast and brunch options like their egg Breakfast Wrap, Tofu Scramble, Vegan Chicken & Waffles, Vegan Club Sandwich and Crispy Avocado Fries served with a house-made vegan sriracha mayo. 

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Mumbai Indian Grill | 1728 Sherman Ave.

Mumbai Indian Grill | 1728 Sherman Ave.

Mumbai Indian Grill offers menu of authentic Indian cuisine includes vegetarian options like Mutter Paneer, green peas and homemade cottage cheese simmered in mild creamy curry sauce, or Paneer Makhani, farmer's cheese simmered in butter, cooked with a creamy tomato curry sauce. 

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Picnic | 1619B Chicago Ave.

Picnic | 1619B Chicago Ave.

Picnic is a carry out spot for plant-focused and chef driven bowls, salads, and wraps which can all be made vegetarian and view the vegan options here. Order online for pick-up or delivery on Doordash, Grubhub, & UberEats.

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Nakorn Kitchen | 1622 Orrington Ave.

Nakorn Kitchen | 1622 Orrington Ave.

Nakorn serves authentic Thai cuisine with a perfect blend of bold flavors with traditional, old-world recipes in a modern presentation. Some of the vegetarian items are stir fried aubergine with shiitake mushrooms, holy basil, and tofu cubes.  The vegan scallops are medallions of an Eringi king mushroom with house made chili-jam. 

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