Vegan
American
Organic
All Raw
Raw, vegan, gluten-free restaurant in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago. Replaced the previous Thanks Jordan Vegan Cafe in fall-2013. Offers food preparation classes. Open Tue-Thu 11:00am-4:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm. Seatings available until 3:30pm Tue-Thur and 5:30pm. Fri-Sat.
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928 S State St (at downtown), Lockport, Illinois, USA, 60441
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Last update on 16 Jan 2024 by kmunik8
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48 Reviews
First Review by widgetoc
lai.9292
Points +371
Delicious but pricey - Edit
I’m visiting family from Portland, Oregon and have heard that this little gem in Lockport was worth a go for the best raw vegan grub in Illinois! Super cute space, even if we happened to visit during a bought of construction.
Read moreMy issues were service and quality. The hostess we saw was a self proclaimed carnivore (why would she tell us this, as an ethical vegan I was pretty thrown off) and she knew little about the menu, processes, and ingredients used in the food. She couldn’t answer any basic questions about raw vegan food when my brother was asking. She wasn’t friendly either! She acted as though we were an inconvenience even though we were the ONLY people there at 4 pm. She forgot to bring water and ice after reminding her, we found a hair in our fruit salad, and she didn’t even say goodbye when we told her thank you.
I’ve worked in the vegan food industry for years now and am so so bummed that my short visit to Illinois showing my family vegan food had to be with that lady. :(
The food was good though! It was just hard to enjoy the experience with the lack of service. She had medium brown shoulder length hair, probably mid twenties.
the portions are small also. I really won’t come back to this place. I understand that raw vegan food often takes more time with different processes but all the raw vegan places in Portland are way better all around.
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Ali5on
Points +196
Rawlicious - Edit
I had the taco salad which was delicious. The “taco meat” was super flavorful and went well with the fresh greens. I also had the gazpacho. Very refreshing and also tasty.
Read morePros: Nice atmosphere , Friendly staff with excellent service
Cons: A bit pricey
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tonyakay
Points +3527
Raw food - Real deal - Edit
I’m a long term raw vegan from Los Angeles and travel for work a lot. I always cringe when I get to a small town but I’m overjoyed with Healthy Sins in Lockport! This is the healthiest, most genuine vegan food in all of Chicagoland! Organic, raw, vegan, gluten-free AND compostable to-go containers. This place is the real deal - authentic as it can get. The menu is huge and did I mention all raw? Try the deviled eggs and nachos! Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Ambience is fresh and clean. What a delight to find in a small town - worth the trip! There is also a health and nutrition store two doors down originally both were started and owned by the same woman.
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MelissaRose94
Points +91
So flavorful - Edit
They have a huge menu here, and green juices from the juice bar next door. We got the sample platter which was HUGE. Oh my gosh, so much food that could be a meal in itself. The pizza and the lasagna were also delicious and the almond butter pie was amazing. Great service too, they took the time to explain the menu and point out their favorites.
Read morePros: Huge variety, Very fresh, So tasty
Cons: A bit pricey
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Melojelo15
Points +36
Fine for a quick bite - Edit
The food here is alright. It's raw food only, but they prepare it in some creative ways. It might be more nutritious for you than standard vegan fare, but none of the dishes I have had there are as delicious or filling as the cooked counterparts they try to mimic. Still not bad for a light lunch, and it's a cute little cafe.
Read morePros: Relatively quick, Healthy, Everything's vegan
Cons: Not all that filling (but you won't be starving), Kind of expensive, Not quite as delicious as some cooked meals
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SanjivSharma
Points +34
healthy and innovative - Edit
Everything is raw and fresh. There is innovative menu and I love the platter and tea lattes.
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Victorialove8
Points +20
Fantastic Vegan Options/ Lovely People - Edit
If I could give more than five stars I definitely would! The staff is so caring and generous and made sure that my partner and I were well taken care of. If you are looking for amazing fresh food and friendly service look no further. Healthy sins is filled with raw, organic, vegan friendly dishes/desserts as well as juices, coffee, etc. We were extremely satisfied and will be telling all of our friends and family to visit ASAP!
Read morePros: Amazing deserts, and dinner. , The best service I have ever had. , Excellent atmosphere.
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Seatrice
Points +41
Healthy and Delicious! - Edit
This place is at the top of the list when it comes to service and food! Impeccable!
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nettie708
Points +11
Never knew healthy food could taste this delicious!!! - Edit
So amazing to find a raw, vegan, all organic restaurant! This place has opened up a whole new world to me and inspired me to change my diet. I now eat mostly vegan and quite a bit of raw. The food tastes amazing! And you can't go there without trying the most incredible desserts EVER! And again, they are actually healthy! WOW!!! That's all I can say! And the owner and people who work there are just as nice as can be!
Read morePros: Healthy, delicious food!, Amazing desserts!, Wonderful, friendly staff!
Cons: None!
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meganxmorgan
Points +16
Very impressed - Edit
I recently had the opportunity to eat here with family for a special occasion, and I was very impressed by the wealth of menu options and the friendly and welcoming environment of the restaurant. Our server offered us several samples of different sauces/toppings from the menu to help us make our selections, which was greatly appreciated. I ended up trying the flatbread bites appetizer, the steak burrito plate, and a side salad with the tahini ranch dressing. All of the above were completely delicious. The portions were very filling. The staff was so friendly during the entire meal, and they even sent me off with a brownie for dessert because it was my birthday! I would definitely recommend this restaurant.
Read moreThe only potential downside—in terms of the general accessibility of this place to the masses—is that everything is raw, and my family (none of whom are vegan or eat raw) seemed to have a hard time with that aspect. Although I am vegan, I do not often eat raw either, but I found everything to be prepared excellently, and all of it honestly exceeded my expectations. I only mention this point because I know I'm not the only vegan out there who wants to be able to enjoy vegan restaurants with their perhaps less-than-open family members, and it probably helps if everyone understands raw food going into it!
Pros: Friendly atmosphere, All vegan, Tasty food
Cons: Somewhat expensive, Avoid if you have nut allergies, My omnivorous family had a hard time w/ raw menu
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meredith5321
Points +116
Delicious Food & Lovely Cafe! - Edit
Absolutely loved it! We held a party here at the cafe and Healthy Sins catered it. The food was incredible that even omnivores were very satisfied. Marguerite was very accommodating and easy to work with. Everything was absolutely delightful and I highly recommend that everyone who loves delicious food go here! :)
Read morePros: Delicious raw/vegan food!, Excellent staff and service, The decor and layout of the cafe was delightful
Cons: Can't think of any
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ElleA
Points +6
a MUST try!! - Edit
BEST raw vegan restaurant there is. Actually....best VEGAN restaurant there is. Friendly staff, great food, and awesome atmosphere. My new favorite place!
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Monty7
Points +16
Yummy Food! - Edit
This place makes vegan food tastes amazing. The owner Marguerite is such a sweet and talented person. She conducted this class on how to make taco meat and it tasted exactly like taco meat (No soy, gluten or setian!). The base of the meat was made from grinded almonds. I was blown away! I live far in the city of Chicago but it's worth a trip to Lockport to visit this place. I promise, you won't be disappointed!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2016-08-18
Pros: Excellent Food, Quaint small place, Friendly staff
Cons: Wish it was closer to the city so I can visit more
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MidPackPark
Points +226
Awesome place - Edit
Everything is raw and uncooked. I was surprised to see such a place in a small town. The staff was courteous and knowledgeable. I truly wish there was a place like this closer to me. It's a great little place and I highly recommend.
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alaynapikul1
Points +16
Nothing short of amazing - Edit
This vegan café has so many amazing food options. All raw and organic. There is also a large selection of fresh squeezed juices and smoothies.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2016-07-29
Pros: Large portions, amazing food, friendly staff
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AmandaClarkReed
Points +38
Delicious nutritious raw vegan food - Edit
Everything on the menu is amazing. So healthy and mind blowing how they create raw vegan versions of your favorites. The almond butter pie is not to be missed.
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jordanz
Points +22
awesome raw food - Edit
I've been to Healthy Sins multiple times, including once when I was a non-vegan who never dreamed of becoming a vegan! I love it here, the food is absolutely incredible. The Supreme Raw Pizza is one of my all time favorites, and although its been a while since I've had the non-vegan version, tastes exactly like cold pizza, only fresher! The only complaints I have are on the staff, whom are either a hit or miss. I've walked in before, on a very quiet day, and had not a single person working look up from what they are doing. It was awkward to say the least, considering they knew I was in the building. I'm a pretty upfront and carefree person, but I've had the strangest sense of "unwelcomeness" a few times. However, I've also had wonderfully kind waiters and workers who are charismatic and will answer any questions. Despite its few flaws, I will continue to go and enjoy the incredible food and support the lone vegan spot within 15 miles of my house!
Read morePros: amazing food
Cons: hit or miss staff, pricey
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EmmersKaye
Points +16
amazing food and amazing service - Edit
I am both vegan and gluten free and not by choice. I am allergic to almost everything and I have never been to a restaurant that is so willing to work with my allergies. They are so kind and generous and I have never had better service in my life. They are so kind, I walked out of there feeling like I had a new friend. They also have some of the best foods of any vegan restaurant I've ever been to. The menu has a lot of options and the cranberry "cheese" cake is by far the best cheesecake I've ever had!
Read morePros: really friendly, amazing service
Cons: none
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smileyguy
Points +44
Worth a detour! Excellent raw vegan menu! - Edit
My wife and I love this place. We have been visiting it for years and the new owner has kept the amazing menu intact and has even widened it and improved it. Everything is raw vegan and there is not an item on the menu that you can go wrong with. The little town of Lockport is not really so far and there is a co-op two doors down where you can pick up some healthy food for when you get home.
Read morePros: Healthy and delicious choices, Good value for what you get, Great service
Cons: none
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Kyleigh100
Points +73
Amazing Food - Edit
Healthy Sins Vegan Cafe is probably one of the best Raw restaurants I've been to. The food is simply divine! My husband and I have been wanting to check it out for ages because we heard such good things about it, but didn't get the chance until recently. I'm happy to report that they totally exceeded out expectations.
Read moreAll the food was fresh, and tasty. You can really tell that it's prepared with love. The staff is super friendly, and helpful and the place in general has a really cool - almost Euro - like vibe. We loved it. It's the kind of place where you can just relax, and take your time, and enjoy.
Since everything looked so good we had a hard time narrowing it down but we ended up going with the Bagel Bites and the Nachos for our appetizers to share. Both of these were phenomenal. I really loved the 'bagel' bread, and the nachos were out of this world. The Corn chips were so good that i'd argue they're better then regular corn chips. Plus that taco meat was fantastic!
For my husbands meal he went with the Sloppy Joe's which he really liked, I was lucky enough to score a bit myself and So I can say they were pretty damn delicious. For my meal I went with the Pizza and man oh man! The Sunflower Seed crust was excellent, and the Italian Cheese and Marinara were out of this world good! I would definitely order this again. Both mains came with two side salads - a green salad with spicy dressing and a fruit salad with sweet dressing. Both very tasty.
We couldn't pass up dessert, and so my husband ordered the apple pie which was really good - and tasted just like a traditional apple pie. I went with the Almond Butter Pie which blew my mind. So rich, and decadent, and yet light.
They also have smoothies and juices that are made in the Organic Market next door. We were too full after all that to enjoy anything further but after walking around town for a couple of hours we hit up the Organic Market and got some smoothies to go. My husband got the Oatmeal Cookie smoothie which he liked although thought it had a bit too much ginger. I liked it but thought it had too much nutmeg - to each their own. I got the Lemon Cheesecake Smoothie with strawberries and it tasted exactly like Cheesecake.
If you're in the area, or are planning on passing through you really do need to stop and check this place out. You won't be disappointed I swear!
Pros: Delicious Fresh Food , Friendly, helpful Staff, Easy Parking
Cons: A bit Pricey
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widgetoc
Points +46
STILL OPEN! Healthy Sins Vegan Cafe! - Edit
Formerly the Thanks Jordan Vegan Cafe:
Read morehttp://www.happycow.net/reviews/thanks-jordan-vegan-cafe-lockport-26697
Same delicious food done up right by Chef Ashley [censored]! Raw, Vegan, Organic, and Gluten Free! Please come visit us and leave us a review here on our new page!
We hope to see you soon!
Pros: Tastes good, good for you!, Convenient local parking (free), Relaxed, friendly atmosphere
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