Amazing vegan menu…yummy, healthy, value for dollar…favorite fast casual vegan spot in Chicago!!! Every time I visit, I’m headed to Fancy!! Super fast service and cute comfy dining area…go there!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Ellis
Just absolutely incredible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nick Shannon
Terrible service. Bad food
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
October Cafe
Delicious pastries and coffee. Great to see such a nice small business 🧡
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
bb.$hark
The Aztec mocha latte is really good. The chocolate croissant is okay definitely not the best croissant I’ve had haha. I went a little out of my way to come here and I kind of regret it. But if you’re in the area- it’s a nice spot.
Stickwitch
I’ve been to small vegan cafes like this around the world and I’ve worked at one—my experience at Fancy Plants was fairly average. I would say if you’re visiting Chicago I wouldn’t go out of my way to come here, but if you aren’t too far and need breakfast, it’s always ideal to have a 100% vegan spot.
I got the croissant breakfast sandwich with added veggies and the salad side as well as a maple citrus creme brûlée latte. I used a fork and knife to eat my sandwich with the salad. I think it would’ve been a bit bland without. The croissant was a bit dry (maybe slightly stale). I agree with others that chips are an odd side. I also know that kitchen space at these types of places tends to be very minimal, making well-executed options like breakfast potatoes less of a possibility. I would ditch the sides honestly and amp up the sandwich itself—aioli, tomato jam—something to make it less dry/bland and elevated from what someone might make at home.
I really only tasted the citrus in the latte so I would call it an orange latte. Not really what I was looking for (trying to feel the maple/burnt sugar fall vibes).
The space itself is very small with 6 or so small tables indoors. There were a few people parked with laptops who had finished their food which imo is rude in that small of a space and should be discouraged by the establishment. The seats were full and I saw a few people get takeout or sit outside (a bit chilly) who perhaps would’ve sat inside given the opportunity.
I say all this with the love of someone who wants all vegan spots to thrive forever.
connordavidson
It’s nice to get a hearty breakfast sandwich and some coffee drink options, but overall it was just okay. Kind of a barebones place but sometimes that’s all right.
Ross Flieger-Allison
I’m from NYC and the vegan NY bagel was on point!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Lox Bagel
Justin Norman
Extremely good Greek spinach pastry, which is something I don’t think I’ve seen a vegan version of anywhere else. Cold brew coffee was also great, and the tempeh bacon & chickpea tuna salad was also really tasty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
okcosmo
Plus the Americano was on point. The outdoors seating is cute ☺️
I love that they are always changing up their pastries and menu! It’s a super cute place with really nice patio seating. The almond croissant is my favorite!
Julia Britton
I'm not really sure if I have ever really had blander food before. The breakfast burrito was kind of a joke...as was the warmth and friendliness of the person taking the orders. I was beginning to think I was being punked... no for real, it was that bad for no reason that I could figure out. I definitely wouldn't take another chance on it. Chicago has too many other great food options to waste money giving people who obviously don't care about flavor or service another chance.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Deanna Harris
found this place semi recently and i am obsessed
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Blaszka
Unfortunately it was bland tasting food. The chocolate croissant has a good flavor but lacked a flakey quality.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
mrsanteater12
omg the croissant had WEIGHT to it. like i picked it up and grunted. it took some strength. absolutely delicious everything. will definitely return when i come back to chicago
Amazing vegan menu…yummy, healthy, value for dollar…favorite fast casual vegan spot in Chicago!!! Every time I visit, I’m headed to Fancy!! Super fast service and cute comfy dining area…go there!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Just absolutely incredible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Terrible service. Bad food
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Delicious pastries and coffee. Great to see such a nice small business 🧡
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Aztec mocha latte is really good. The chocolate croissant is okay definitely not the best croissant I’ve had haha. I went a little out of my way to come here and I kind of regret it. But if you’re in the area- it’s a nice spot.
I’ve been to small vegan cafes like this around the world and I’ve worked at one—my experience at Fancy Plants was fairly average. I would say if you’re visiting Chicago I wouldn’t go out of my way to come here, but if you aren’t too far and need breakfast, it’s always ideal to have a 100% vegan spot. I got the croissant breakfast sandwich with added veggies and the salad side as well as a maple citrus creme brûlée latte. I used a fork and knife to eat my sandwich with the salad. I think it would’ve been a bit bland without. The croissant was a bit dry (maybe slightly stale). I agree with others that chips are an odd side. I also know that kitchen space at these types of places tends to be very minimal, making well-executed options like breakfast potatoes less of a possibility. I would ditch the sides honestly and amp up the sandwich itself—aioli, tomato jam—something to make it less dry/bland and elevated from what someone might make at home. I really only tasted the citrus in the latte so I would call it an orange latte. Not really what I was looking for (trying to feel the maple/burnt sugar fall vibes). The space itself is very small with 6 or so small tables indoors. There were a few people parked with laptops who had finished their food which imo is rude in that small of a space and should be discouraged by the establishment. The seats were full and I saw a few people get takeout or sit outside (a bit chilly) who perhaps would’ve sat inside given the opportunity. I say all this with the love of someone who wants all vegan spots to thrive forever.
It’s nice to get a hearty breakfast sandwich and some coffee drink options, but overall it was just okay. Kind of a barebones place but sometimes that’s all right.
I’m from NYC and the vegan NY bagel was on point!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Lox Bagel
Extremely good Greek spinach pastry, which is something I don’t think I’ve seen a vegan version of anywhere else. Cold brew coffee was also great, and the tempeh bacon & chickpea tuna salad was also really tasty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Plus the Americano was on point. The outdoors seating is cute ☺️
Restaurantji Recommends
I love that they are always changing up their pastries and menu! It’s a super cute place with really nice patio seating. The almond croissant is my favorite!
I'm not really sure if I have ever really had blander food before. The breakfast burrito was kind of a joke...as was the warmth and friendliness of the person taking the orders. I was beginning to think I was being punked... no for real, it was that bad for no reason that I could figure out. I definitely wouldn't take another chance on it. Chicago has too many other great food options to waste money giving people who obviously don't care about flavor or service another chance.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
found this place semi recently and i am obsessed
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unfortunately it was bland tasting food. The chocolate croissant has a good flavor but lacked a flakey quality.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
omg the croissant had WEIGHT to it. like i picked it up and grunted. it took some strength. absolutely delicious everything. will definitely return when i come back to chicago
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