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Your Favorite Go To Spot For Vegan & Vegetarian Comfort Food
Step into a world where flavor knows no bounds and where cruelty-free cuisine reigns supreme.
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Flavorful, soulful, vegetarian and vegan cuisine that you'll be sure to love!
Can't believe it's not meat isn't creating a healthier lifestyle for just Chicago only, people travel from all over the world to taste the unique dishes that CBINM has to offer. Come by and experience why we have made headlines and attained praise as one of Chicago's must-see eateries.
Our mission
Transforming the vegan & vegetarian culture with healthier, flavorful comfort food. Owned by a successful Chicago-based woman, converting customers one at a time. If you're in Chicago, visit our eatery for a traditional food review or 21 questions with the owner on plant-based recipes, health in 2020, and beyond.
Yes, We Cater for You!
Whether you're hosting a corporate event, a wedding reception, a birthday party, or any other special occasion, our vegan catering services are sure to impress both vegans and non-vegans alike.
Our 1st Location - Hyde Park
1368 1/2 E 53rd St Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Our 2nd Location - Gold Coast
1143 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Our 3rd Location - Orland Park
24 Orland Square Dr Orland Park, IL 60462
Read About Us
Check us out at ABC7 Chicago, rollingout, and The New York Times
What our guests are saying
This place is incredible! I think literally everything on the menu can be made vegan. My partner got the cheese pizza, and it was so incredibly good and hit the spot. Does strawberry milkshake was insane - I cannot believe how good it was, the non-dairy ice cream they used was outstanding. Literally everything we tried was amazing and I can't imagine that there's anything on their menu that isn't. I really feel like this place could trick any meat eater with how good their stuff is!
Julian F.
Cute little greenery decor. Yummy food choices for both vegans and vegetarians. The simple chicken sandwich was yummy especially with the vegan mayo!
Sydney G.
Such amazing food and wonderful service. Great location to sit and people watch. Had the Philly cheese steak and vegan shrimp and both were really good. Such wonderful fries! Nice to see the long lines to dine there. Definitely need to return and eat here again.
Sebastián E.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Birria, Omelette, Bacon Cheeseburger, Burgers, Nachos, Lasagna, Club Sandwich, Waffles, Burritos, Salads, Sausage Biscuit, Patty Melt, Bacon Cheese Burger, Smoothies, Cheese Pizza, Fruit Smoothie, Grilled Cheese, French Fries, Flexitarian Food, Philly Cheesesteak Burger, Philly Cheesesteak, Signature Burger, Sandwiches, Buffalo Chicken Pizza, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Breakfast Tacos, Taco Salad, Biscuit Sandwich, Fries, Cheeseburger, Vegetarian Food, French Toast, Mushroom Burger, Birria Burritos, Pizza, Fish Sandwich, Wings, Breakfast Burrito, Mexican Food, Chimichanga, Breakfast Sandwich, Brunch, Surf and Turf Burger, Supreme Pizza, Tacos, Garlic Bread, Deli Sandwiches, Gyro Burger, Birria Tacos, Cheesesteak, and Shrimp
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Near North Side, Loop, Chicago, Cicero, Lincoln Park, Near South Side, West Town, Armour Square, Oak Park, Near West Side, East Garfield Park, Lake View, Lower West Side, Berwyn, Douglas, Bridgeport, North Center, Logan Square, Avondale, and Lincolnwood.
Anything else?
We are also known for Family Friendly Restaurant
