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A farm to table vegan restaurant that offers breakfast sandwiches, bagels, pastries, croissants, as well as brunch on weekends and a couple of daily specials. The menu may change periodically, check the website for updated offerings. Reported closed September 2023.
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Added by Laurie24Sutra on 12 Sep 2021
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35 Reviews
First Review by Laurie24Sutra
BustilleBluth
Points +72
Delicious with great atmosphere - Edit
This please was great! All the items we got were amazing and the outdoor patio is adorable.
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marielac68
Points +20
Chocolate croissant! - Edit
When I read ‘chocolate croissant’ on their menu I had to check it out. Can’t remember the last time I had one. The food is delicious, the restaurant itself feels airy, open and that’s the indoors part. We sat outside that day. I look forward to going back to try different things on the menu.
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Taylorvegan
Points +89
I liked it - Edit
Came here for a date night on our trip to Chicago. It took a lot to make this happen, finding a sitter (grandparents!), taking the train and walking a mile in 103 degree weather but we wanted to go to a super nice place! Nothing was bad, but nothing was “wow!” The portions were very small for the price, and we ended up spending more than double what we had on any other restaurant even with our kids in tow. The eggplant was AMAZING, but the rest of the dish meh. I quite liked the seitan steak but my husband found it bland. And we got the raspberry cheesecake but it was very overwhelming. It would have been nice if the bottom half was plain cheesecake and the top half was raspberry cheesecake or something. Overall, it wasn’t bad, but it certainly wasn’t remarkably better than anything else and we left kinda hungry for way more money. We have some super fancy places in Philly and I expected this would be on par, but it sadly wasn’t.
Read morePros: Drinks, Ambiance
Cons: Cost to size ratio, Flavor
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Saff
Points +1555
Beautiful brunch - Edit
The weekend brunch menu has marvelous variety and flavors! Such a cute restaurant and a cafe in between main meal times. The biscuits and gravy are spicy. The baked goods we ordered weren’t super fresh is the only reason I didn’t give 5 stars
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marta❄️
Points +102
Happy Hour !!! - Edit
With half off appetizers and drinks, Fancy Plants takes the cake for one of the best Happy Hour experiences I’ve had 🌿 really delicious too (though lots of fried things)
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rjmarciniak
Points +787
Great Dining Experience - Edit
Delicious food, great service, excellent atmosphere! For a great, nicer, sit-down dining experience, Fancy Plants is a great move. Their entrees are good, but they are really know for their appetizers.
Read moreOnly “con” was that they eliminated the 5-course tasting meal option.
Kevin Schuder
Thank you so much for coming in RJ, and I'm glad you really enjoyed your experience!
Read moreWe'll be back with a tasting menu again, after the summer.
Fall just BEGS for it.
Thank you for coming in, and we hope to see you again!
Sincerely,
-Kevin
Guest
mmorgan
Points +30
Meh - Edit
Funky little place, good service. Food is bland and heavy. Seitan steak was mushy and sitting in a puddle of oil. Breading on fried green tomato and mushroom calamari was dense and thick and reminded me of Shake and Bake. Flat bread was good the next day. I will not return.
Read morePros: Service
Kevin Schuder
I'm sorry to hear Meh.
Read moreMeh, we knead our own seitan using the washed flour method, using a yeast garum as a natural MSG flavoring base, and usually I'm afraid of it being too firm, I'm sorry you found it mushy!
The Chimichurri does have oil in it, but much of it is red wine vinegar, citrus juice, a little agave, and a lot of spices and herbs! It does look like it would be a lot of oil, but it's a traditional sauce that is like 1/4 oil.
I'm so sorry you didn't like your meal, if we can every make it up to you Meh, we'd love to have you back.
Please show this to your server, and we would gladly treat you to an appetizer or drink to compensate you not liking your food this time.
Please do engage them with what you like!
We'd love to help steer you to what you find enjoyable.
Sincerely,
-Kevin
Guest
veganamneh
Points +25
Fun night in the city - Edit
Belated birthday present date night here, was amazing, staff was helpful, food was great, ordered nearly everything on the dinner app menu.
Read morePros: Sushito peppers were great, Broccolini salad was amazing, Extensive drink menu including fun NA options
Kevin Schuder
Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed the food, and as someone who quit drinking myself, YES to fun NA beverages!
Read moreThe only tasty things shouldn't have to be alcoholic.
Thank You for being an advocate, and promoting a little independent vegan restaurant!
Sincerely,
-Kevin
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a_ruva
Points +444
Nice - Edit
My waitress was very sweet and helpful, the inside decor was beautiful but I loved the outdoor patio! I got the breakfast burrito, it was good but wish it had a little more flavor! I would like to go back and try there dinner menu.
Read moreKevin Schuder
Thank you so much for the kind review!
Read moreWe LOVE our patio, and starting now, we're going to be open for dinner 5 nights a week, AND 9 - 5 everyday. :D
Thank You!
-Kevin
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RocketGomez
Points +355
Music painfully loud - Edit
I arrived with a reservation on a Sunday evening at about 7:00 pm, but sadly had to leave without eating. The music was exceedingly loud and the staff said they couldn't turn it down. The patio looks nice but no heaters so eating outside at night in early May would be uncomfortable too. I'm bummed because the menu looked really interesting. Gave it 5 stars because I don't want to hurt their business.
Read moreKevin Schuder
Hey, I remember this night!
Read moreYes, Rocket, that was incredibly loud. You are not joking.
The band was good, but we asked them multiple times to chill out on the noise, it is a dining spot, not a concert venue.
We came to an understanding, they will actually be back... to play outside next time! I also suggested they download a Decibel sensing app on their phone, so when the drummer creeps and gets louder, and the rest of the band then creeps and gets louder, they learn to dial it back, so that people actually find their music at an enjoyable level.
I would be so happy to treat you to a lovely appetizer or a drink, as I know that was a painfully loud night, it will not happen again, and I am so sorry, and eager to get you to try us again.
Just show this to your server, and we'll take care of you.
Once again, I sincerely apologize.
Thank you Rocket,,
-Kevin
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CW2750
Points +35
We liked it - Edit
The ambiance and decor is really nice! There's nice indoor and outdoor dining spaces.
Read moreWe started with the bacon wrapped dates and seared scallops. The bacon was thinly sliced eggplant and the scallops were king oyster mushrooms. The dates were amazing! The scallops were excellent too, and could have used a little more salt.
For mains we had the herb pasta and chimichurri steak. Highly recommend the chimichurri and with a little more salt, the pasta would have been quite good.
For dessert the vegan Tart was excellent. The peppercorn cheesecake was good as well, and could have been a hair sweeter.
Everything was vegan, creative, tasted great, and we plan to go back there! The service was excellent as well!
Pros: Chimichurri seitan steak, Eggplant bacon wrapped dates , Service is excellent
Kevin Schuder
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review!
Read moreWe LOVE wonderful, curious veg people coming by, and hope to continue to impress.
Sincerely,
-Kevin
Guest
JJ773
Points +106
Wanted to love it. Liked it. - Edit
I have been looking forward to visiting since it opened. Overall, disappointed. Came for Easter brunch. Coffee served in a cup with lipstick stain on one side. Very gross. Service was OK — not great. Website indicated bottomless mimosas but they were not available, for some unspecified reason. Menu was fixed price and included an appetizer and main dish — only outstanding dish was the potatoes served as an initial appetizer. French Toast was a huge disappointment. Too heavy and dense, with an overly-sweet and thick “whipped cream” that insulted the already sweet dish with gooey sweetness. There are so many light vegan whipped cream concepts that could have been delicious here. Jaw-dropping bill of $100 each with tip (three drinks and fixed menu). Sadly, I wanted to love it but barely liked it. And that’s being generous.
Read morePros: All vegan, Full bar
Cons: Expensive, Dirty dishes, Food lackinf
Kevin Schuder
I'm so sorry to hear about your experience, and I believe I wrote back to you on Yelp too! Same review!
Read moreI apologize about the lipstick stain, and I'll make the same dumb joke again... it wasn't mine.
But once again, that is gross, and we will take great efforts to make sure everything is up to par for you, should you ever choose to return.
IF you do, please show this to your server, as we'd love to offer you a free drink, without a lipstick stain, if you are willing to give us another shot.
Sincerely,
-Kevin
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leahk3
Points +566
Very very good! - Edit
Brunch and desserts I found to be slightly better than their dinner options, but all was good. Great mushroom calamari and a nice vegan cheese plate. Love their cheesecake, croissants, and French toast! Huge vegan wine and beer selection. Gorgeous atmosphere and decorations. Highly recommend for brunch!!!
Read moreKevin Schuder
Thank you so much Leah!
Read moreNow we are going to be open from 9 - 5 EVERYDAY, including our dinner 5 nights a week!
Hope to see you back soon!
Guest
jadaruss
Points +1841
Just ok - Edit
It didn’t wow me, I could take it or leave it. Dishes were dirty too😒
Read moreKevin Schuder
We'd love to WOW you Jada!
Read moreWe're going to be open everyday from 9 - 5 now, as well as dinner 5 nights a week, and I assure you, everything is getting better and better.
We'll want to make sure you'll take it, and not leave it.
We would love to do better for you.
Sincerely,
-Kevin
Guest
DavidDainko
Points +360
Elegant Flora - Edit
Like the other location but with class. Absolutely wonderful atmosphere and even better food
Read moreKevin Schuder
I love your comment!
Read moreFancy Plants Cafe isn't 'class' I suppose, it is 'character' or even 'bohemian charm.' :D
I'm glad you love this place, and the food, and thank you so much for being an advocate for a made-in-Chicago independent vegan restaurant, for telling your friends, and for the thoughtful review!
Thank you,
-Kevin
Guest
pkkellow
Points +189
bagel is crazy - Edit
lox is so good and so full i love it
Read moreKevin Schuder
Isn't it crazy!
Read moreIt'll now be available from 9 - 5 everyday, and we also have a fancy dinner 5 nights a week.
Thank YOU!
Sincerely,
_KEvin
Guest
trenityw
Points +907
Definitely recommend - Edit
I ate here for brunch and was very pleased with the overall experience. The dish I ordered was very good and I’ve never had anything like it before. The iced chai latte was also satisfying.
Read moreCons: Large space
Kevin Schuder
Thank You!
Read more-Kevin
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BallroomVegan
Points +258
AMAZING!! - Edit
In addition to being whole food plant-based, I have some pretty significant food allergies that require me to eat with no added oils, gluten, salt and sugar. The chef came to my table to talk through it with me and created the most amazing meal including polenta cakes, shepherds pie and two different kinds of wild mushrooms on a bed of mixed greens.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-11-12
Pros: Excellent quality, Great service, Cozy atmosphere
Kevin Schuder
Thank you so much!
Read moreI really appreciate your thoughtful review.
-K
Guest
Veganessa8
Points +112
Amazing dining experience!!!! - Edit
We had an incredible dining experience at Fancy Plants! The food is pure art and it tasted just amazing. The entire staff was kind, friendly and attentive! We left the restaurant giddy from the experience we had. Very highly recommend it! The menu changes seasonally and we will be back to see what fabulous creations the chef creates next.
Read moreWhat we ordered:
BLACK TRUFFLE ARANCINI
AGEDASHI TOFU WITH OBANZAI & ONIGIRI
SEARED SEITAN STEAK
PUMPKIN CRÈME BRÛLÉE
NUTELLA MOUSSE CAKE
Everything was just delicious!
Kevin Schuder
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Read moreWhat a wonderful review.
Now, we're going to be open 9 - 5 everyday, AS WELL AS Dinner 5 nights a week!
Hope to see you again soon!
-Kevin
Guest
ajaff
Points +216
Great vibe and food options - Edit
Love this place for dinner! Everything I’ve ordered has been solid. Cheesecake was great
Read morePros: Lots of options, Great desserts
Guest
TheloniousG
Points +362
Would like to love, but uneven - Edit
Last time my spouse and I ate here, we ordered an appetizer, which was amazingly delicious, and two entrées, both of which were pretty blah. When the chef is on his game, his food is as good as any nationwide. But the foods on the menu tend to be very uneven, some extremely gourmet, others just plain old boring at best. More beta testing for the menu is highly recommended, with some trusted and honest reviewers.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-09-30
Pros: Completely vegan, When it’s good it’s outstanding., Creative food
Cons: Uneven quality
Guest
tristinXXII
Points +217
Amount of food not worth the price - Edit
Expensive for small portions, I was still kinda hungry after my entree. I got the chile rellonos, which only had 1 small chile. It was good though
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CC409
Points +243
Lovely - Edit
Wonderful variety of options. Husband loved his seitan steak so much I barely got a picture before it disappeared! The saag paneer was tasty and filling but the star of the show was the red lintel cakes that accompanied the dish. I didn’t have any issues with the pricing (it’s Lincoln Park and it seems on par with most healthier option places), as with most restaurants nowadays service can be hit or miss due to staffing and in true farm to table fashion expect to wait a little for your meal as most things are not pre-made but made to order which takes time. I will be back to try more dishes!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-09-04
Guest
des/\
Points +167
Bit disappointed - Edit
I was a big fan of fancy plants cafe - the restaurant unfortunately became just one of many pretentious upscale vegan restaurants. Too expensive, slow service, and on top, our meals today were swimming in oil... The outdoor space is nice and the menu has a lot of different options - but in the end, we left disapppointed and with a bad (oily) aftertaste... Probably won't go again.
Read morePros: Many vegan and gluten free options
Cons: Expensive, Lost its good vibes
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JessicaAuld
Points +409
Good food nice people - Edit
I loved the coffee the server made for me
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Nice staff, Good ambiance
Cons: Waffles were a little hard
Guest
sanderadio
Points +381
The best vegan restaurant in Chicago - Edit
The food is outstanding, the cocktails are amazing and the atmosphere is wonderful. Fancy Plants Kitchen is just the best vegan restaurant in Chicago. Last night we ordered the tasting menu, from the Flatbread Pizzetas to the Grilled Peach Salad to the Strawberry Shortcake, chef Kevin is a master chef. Check it out! We'll go back soon.
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DGR
Points +389
Food is tasty, but pricing/service could use work. - Edit
EDIT: We came back here for brunch recently and had a much better experience. Portions were very large and felt a lot more fair given the price. Food tasted great, especially the waffles. Breakfast burrito was HUGE. Service was good, but we were also the only people there. I’ve updated my pros/cons and overall rating. Would definitely return.
Read morePREVIOUS REVIEW: I’ll start with the pros: the menu is varied, and most things we ordered were good. Nothing amazing or mind blowing, but good. Our favorites were the burger, mushroom shepherds pie, and karaage.
Service was not good. Our waiter never brought us out waters until we asked for it. It took a while to get our food even though the place was only half full. For one of the dishes we ordered, the waitress said she would bring us plates so we could share and she just never came back.
My other big issue with this place is the portion sizes and pricing. For the prices listed, the portions are just WAY too small. Even the “big plates” that were 15-16 dollars a piece were slightly larger than an appetizer. We ended up having to order more food after everything showed up because we were still hungry. This place is definitely not budget friendly. Ended up spending almost 150 dollars for 2 people.
Updated from previous review on 2021-12-05
Pros: Food tasted great, Inventive menu
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