Best Vegan Restaurants in Winnetka

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanJapanese

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ChicagoNorth Suburbs

Neighborhoods

AndersonvilleEdgewaterEdison ParkEvanstonHighwoodLincoln Square

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

15 restaurants available nearby

1. Spirit Elephant

4.8

Exceptional(1619)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Winnetka

Booked 37 times today

Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.

2. Zentli

4.9

Exceptional(81)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Evanston

Booked 7 times today

Hear the joyful music of Mexico with a mix of Latin American and world rhythms, enjoy the colorful art, and taste delicious tacos in a warm community space. Zentli (indigenous Nahuatl Language for "corn" or "maize"), is a casual restaurant that serves the best locally sourced Mexican street food in Evanston, Illinois. With fresh, natural ingredients and vegan & vegetarian options in eclectic, artistic digs, we’re your new local favorite. We built Zentli to honor the ingenuity and hard work of Mexican people by bringing you the genuine flavors of street vendors through tasty food and mouth-watering drinks.

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3. Prairie Grass Café

4.6

Exceptional(2251)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northbrook

Booked 24 times today

Owners Chef Sarah Stegner & Chef George Bumbaris created this casual Northbrook restaurant, boasting a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Wood-top tables without tablecloths give the main dining room a contemporary feel while seating is also available in the bar area. A menu, changing monthly, features contemporary American fare featuring seasonal ingredients. For dessert, Chef Stegner's mother bakes delicious pies.

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4. Pinstripes - Northbrook

4.7

Exceptional(572)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Northbrook

Booked 5 times today

Pinstripes: Where Sophisticated Fun Meets Exquisite Dining. With over 30,000 square feet of entertainment space, indulge in scratch-made Italian-American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a robust wine list. Enjoy our weekday happy hour from 3-6pm, or don't miss our famous bottomless brunch buffet on weekends. Experience modern bowling and bocce with full-service dining and entertainment options. Perfect for corporate gatherings, celebrations, or family events, our versatile spaces accommodate parties of 20 to 1000 guests. Book your unforgettable experience today!

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5. Evanston Corner Bistro

4.3

Awesome(98)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Evanston

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Evanston Corner Bistro! We are thrilled to be an integral part of the Evanston community.Evanston Corner Bistro is an American bistro that specializes in contemporary cuisine that's not only delicious but also approachable. Our menu is a celebration of fresh, locally-sourced, and seasonally-inspired ingredients.Our carefully curated beverage program showcases an array of locally brewed craft beers, complemented by a thoughtfully selected collection of imported beers. We also offer an assortment of unique and affordable wines, along with classic cocktails that come with their own distinctive twist.Evanston Corner Bistro proudly stands as the third installment of LM's beloved bistro concept. Nestled on the ground floor of the historic Hilton Orrington, our bistro is designed to provide a family-friendly dining experience in the heart of Downtown Evanston.

6. Kabul House

4.7

Exceptional(93)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Afghan • Evanston

Booked 15 times today

Kabul House offers a taste of authentic Afghan cuisine. Our extensive menu includes lamb, seafood, beef & chicken dishes as well as vegetarian specialties that include pumpkin, eggplant, spinach & other fresh vegetable options. Our menu hosts a large variety of selections fit for anyone, from vegetarians to meat lovers alike. In most of our recipes, a limited amount of fresh spices & seasonings are used to season the dish in order to create a sensational taste that is not too overwhelming. This makes our Afghan cuisine very enjoyable for anyone & everyone. The atmosphere we provide for our patrons is one of which would be produced in our homes, relaxing, invitingly warm & unforgettable. We could go on & on claiming how exquisite our foods are, but we invite you to come & taste for yourself.

7. Blind Faith Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(1522)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vegetarian / Vegan • Evanston

Booked 11 times today

Serving globally inspired menus, Blind Faith is a certified green restaurant transforming the way people enjoy vegetarian cuisine. Just twenty-five minutes from downtown Chicago and only blocks from Northwestern's Evanston campus, our dinning rooms offer a casual warmth perfect for any occasion.

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8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wheeling, IL

4.7

Exceptional(6405)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 89 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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9. Artango Bar & Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(1820)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincoln Square

Booked 19 times today

Experience Buenos Aires’ Golden Age at Artango Bar and Steakhouse, where the rich cultural heritage of Argentina comes alive. Set amidst a tableau of Art Nouveau and Neo-classical architecture and décor are the exciting tastes, lively music and dancing of Argentina.An evening at Artango feels as if you’ve traveled to Buenos Aires, and guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic imported Grass-Fed Argentinian steaks. Selection of 120 day wet-aged, grass-fed black angus beef cuts are grilled on an Argentinian parrilla at a slightly lower temperature and for a longer period of time – similar to the Patagonian method of barbecuing crafted by Buenos Aires-born celebrity chef, Francis Mallmann. Argentine cuts are lean, tender and full of flavor.Pair your meal with Prohibition-era cocktails and both classic and rare European and Argentine wines. Dining at Artango is a memorable journey to Argentina.

10. Disotto

4.7

Exceptional(1332)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 31 times today

Let Disotto transport you to another place & time, like visiting your Nonna's wine cellar on the Italian countryside for a homemade meal.

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From verified diners like you

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brad
Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As always, it did not disappoint! And I am a meat eater!!
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Spirit ElephantPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Winnetka
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4.8
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Julio
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Good service and atmosphere. Loved the N/A drink options. The $45 pre fixe was a great choice; good value and well executed dishes. Can’t wait to return
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Evanston Corner BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Evanston
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4.3
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annc
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our table was ready when we arrived. Our waitress was very knowledgeable and made great recommendations. The food is really amazing and the prices are very reasonable!!
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ZentliPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Evanston
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4.9
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Dennis
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Great food and service. The booth we sat in was not as comfortable as it should have been. Next time I'll ask for a table. Overall, it was good.
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Prairie Grass CaféPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Northbrook
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4.6
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JoanVIP
Chicago / Illinois •99 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
The food and service was great. The selection of food is fantastic. The server was checking on us. I will be back
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Pinstripes - NorthbrookPrice: Moderate• American• Northbrook
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4.7

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