Vegan
Delivery
Take-out
Asian
Korean
Vegan restaurant offering buddhist Korean cuisine menu with dishes like savory pancake, rice noodle soups, dumplings, kimchi, and its signature Dr. K's soup. For dessert, there's ginger tea with ice cream and maple cookies. Open Wed-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm. Closed Mon-Tue.
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105 Reviews
First Review by mollypitcher
dbfullon
Points +753
Mandoo vegan dumplings are pure love!! - Edit
100% love in these Mandoo Vegan dumplings!!! Giant red bean cake was awesome.
Read morePros: Mandoo Vegan Dumplings, Giant red bean cake
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valentinaeats
Points +57
The best - Edit
All vegan, delicious flavors. Super grateful for this place.
Read morePros: Flavor , Environment, Menu
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DonRodz
Points +16
Great taste - Edit
I'm not vegan, but this place is on my top 5 places to eat. Everything is made fresh and has the best flavor
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jcres**
Points +18
Delicious and Clean - Edit
Great tasting real food that is prepared well and clean. The chef comes out and helps you order. The atmosphere is good and it was not crowded, although it should be!
Read morePros: The taste, Quality, Service
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JessicaAuld
Points +409
Really good - Edit
I liked that the food was really fresh and hot. The maki came with good portions and it was fast delivery
Read morePros: Price, Quick, Fresh
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lilvegancat
Points +853
Do not understand high ratings - Edit
We ordered from here because of all the high ratings and were really disappointed. Very bland and flavorless food that consisted of mostly steamed or boiled vegetables. I would absolutely stay away from the bibimbap and “dark side of the moon”. Also what Korean restaurant spells bibimbap, “bi bim bop”??
Read moreThe dumplings would have been great if prepared well. Just a bit too rubbery. The giant red bean cake was fine, but it’s just mochi, not actual cake.
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-29
Cons: Bland food , Not cheap
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MikeRowave
Points +47
Nah - Edit
The sauces were bitter and off-putting, the vegetables were half cooked, and the seasoning didn't seem to mesh with the dishes.
Read moreCons: Sauces , Vegetables, Pancakes
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heidiweinman
Points +16
Our favorite! Delicious! - Edit
You must eat here!!! Excellent healthy dishes. The owner is always there and will help you order. Dumplings are fabulous!! Everything is so good.
Read morePros: Tasty food, Healthy options, Friendly easy going atmosphere
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gold55
Points +112
Excellent Fresh Prepared to Order Foods - Edit
Today I found a gem of a restaurant, Amitabul Restaurant on Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL. The menu is loaded with unique vegan food items that will suit anyone's taste. Per Chef Bill's recommendation, I ordered the Mandoo Vegan Dumplings. These small grilled dumplings were tender, flavorful and filled with fresh vegetables. I especially liked them with the spicy sauce. Chef Bill also suggested the Maha Pyogo. This is a generous portion dish of fresh brown rice with a large portion of mixed mushrooms and green vegetables in a garlic sauce. It was excellent. Finally, I ordered the Dark Side of the Moon. Don't pass on this entree, it was great. Lots of oyster mushrooms, shitake mushrooms and tender long noodles in a tasty black bean sauce. All the food is steam stirred on oil in the wok frying.
Read morePros: Fresh prepared to order foods, Foods can be customized to your taste/ needs, 30 years at this location
Cons: No parking lot, Credit Card 3% fee
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Vegan Vagabond
Points +4162
My favorite restaurant in Chicago - Edit
Fresh, healthy, unprocessed and tasty. That’s how I describe this restaurant. Everything is made in house. #Veganuary
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EmmaSwendsen
Points +98
Delicious and Nutritious - Edit
I am visiting Chicago and am so glad I stopped by Amitabul!
Read moreThe restaurant was inviting and cozy. A wonderfully relaxing spot to enjoy a meal especially after a long day. The food was absolutely amazing with such great flavor. They balance healthy, nourishing dishes with delicious flavors and variety.
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TheFriendlyGiant
Points +159
Great Korean Food - Edit
Nice environment, great service, quality fresh traditional Korean food.
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jajajagina
Points +24
Delicious & healing - Edit
The best dumplings I’ve ever had! Dr K’s healing soup and kimchi stir fry were so delicious and the green tea ice cream was to die for! We will definitely be back to get these dishes again and explore more of the menu 😋
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freiburgermsu
Points +67
Unique offerings and good portions - Edit
We order spring rolls, 2 miso soups, mung-bean pancakes, and 2 rice curries. Everything was delicious and we both left very full. The restaurant has a tranquil ambiance and the staff was very kind. The restaurant essentially appears to be fat-free, which is good for people with cardiovascular disease but may leave people craving some more calories.
Read moreIt conveniently also has a parking lot across the street for easy access to the restaurant.
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-18
Pros: Unique options, Great vibes, Good value
Cons: Bland pancakes
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FinnVeg
Points +48
Tasty, healthy but also spicy - Edit
The food and the drinks were very good, a lot of different options. The price is okay. The staff was very friendly!
Read moreThe only thing, it was a little bit to spicy for me😡
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jadaruss
Points +1839
It was so bad - Edit
I hate to give a bad review to a restaurant owned by nice people but this was the worst place I’ve ever eaten. I think the reviewers are liars I’m sorry 😭. I have eaten a lot of similar foods (in Korea) and food made without oil and salt can taste good… this did not😒the soup tasted like soggy water veggies and the rice on the “sushi” was so hard it hurt my tooth! It was disgusting I spit it out. The kimchi pancakes were ok but undercooked it was kinda gross. Never would eat here again.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-03-27
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AndreiaKrause
Points +90
Great anniversary dinner - Edit
Love the decor on the walls. The music was simple and relaxing. I had the mung bean pancakes, which were good, but the dipping sauce was addictive. I'm so excited for leftovers! The ice cream was great too.
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Vancityveganeats
Points +507
SO GOOD! - Edit
Had the Dr K cure all soup - can’t wait to try everything else
Read morePros: All vegan , Healthy , Pleasant environment
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Numerius
Points +16
Whole food in a relaxing Buddhist atmosphere. - Edit
The atmosphere of this restaurant is so calming and peaceful, and the food is really whole, healthy, and delicious. Be aware that the spicy really is spicy when ordering! 😊
Read morePros: All vegan, Whole food made from scratch.
Cons: Wish it was closer to my house!
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ljr
Points +40
Amazing Vegan food! You must get here! - Edit
I love Amitabul! I've been a fan since it opened at its former location. Worth the trip every time. I adore Yin and Yang, Tibetan High Moon, Sweet Curry Noodle and the spicy Kimchi Maki rolls. The owner Bill is very nice and always helps me order soy free. I love how he turned this out of the way, neighborhood location, into a comfy vegan nook filled with Korean Buddhist art and special touches. I love that he kept the vintage booths. and that he puts a before meal inspirational narrative on each table. I'm a huge fan of this place.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-11-12
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DavidSchlomer
Points +59
Too good to miss - Edit
Great place!!! Lists what foods have a small amount of sesame oil, most have none!!! Excellent whole food plant based eating. Worth the visit
Read morePros: All vegan, Mostly oil free, Excellent tea
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Commensal
Points +104
The Best - Edit
Hands down my favorite restaurant of all time. I've been going for I think close to 25 years. The food is always amazing. Bill and everyone else working there are so kind.
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Phthisis
Points +93
Excellent vegan Korean food - Edit
Amitabul never disappoints. Excellent and fresh tasting food. It can be difficult to find restaurant food that is flavorful and filling that is not cooked with oil - most of their dishes are made this way. Ample portion sizes as well.
Read morePros: Plenty of healthy options , Discount for paying with cash
Cons: Some dishes taste similar too each other
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Cdalcant
Points +38
HCLF Vegan restaurant, food good, owners well... - Edit
I appreciate that there is a restaurant where I can find oil-free foods to satisfy my HCLF vegan diet. The foods are pretty good, but I will say the sign on the door that says "Nobody wants to work anymore!" is pretty offputting.
Read morePros: virtually fat free, no oil, not bad tasting
Cons: lack of staff appreciation, ignorant approach to staffing shortages
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Aashpatel
Points +120
Blessed tasty food! - Edit
This place is a quiet haven that feels comfortable and safe. The food is very tasty and they can twist it to your needs.I had the Seaweed Miso Soup and Maha Pyogo and both were amazing! I will be back for sure. All dishes are vegan.
Read morePros: Only vegan options, Friendly staff, Tasty food
Cons: None - period
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ScottCline
Points +3232
Very good- all vegan - Edit
I enjoyed the dumplings, the Buddha Bop and the Kimchee Tofu Stir Noodle. Everything was delicious but we especially enjoyed the dumplings and Buddha Bop.
Read morePros: All vegan, Relaxing atmosphere
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Hodzic_fam
Points +1754
Great Food, Great Vibe - Edit
Owner was really nice and provided great recommendations. Loved the food and the environment.
Read morePros: Fresh ingredients , Lots of options, Good portions
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