50 Best Vegan Restaurants near South Elgin

“Loved our experience friendly staff and delicious food 🍱“

“I had a really enjoyable meal. The place has a casual, welcoming vibe, and the menu offers a great variety of Thai and Lao favorites. We started with the spring rolls, which were fresh, crisp, and served with a tasty dipping sauce .The drunken noodles were a standout—packed with flavor, slightly spicy, and perfectly balanced with veggies and noodles cooked freshly.

Another highlight was the papaya salad. It was refreshing, and tangy.
Honestly, it was one of the best papaya salads I’ve had in a while. The Panang curry with tofu was creamy and aromatic, a comforting dish that paired beautifully with steamed rice. The tofu soaked up the curry flavors nicely, making every bite delicious.

I ordered a cold Thai tea, which was sweet, smooth, and refreshing—perfect alongside the spicier dishes. Overall, the food was flavorful, portions were generous, and everything tasted freshly prepared. It’s definitely a spot worth visiting , with plenty of vegetarian-friendly options.“

“Food is deliciously prepared. Servers are courteous and in a friendly mood! 👏🏽🤝“

“Great beef and cheddar croissant!!! The beef is super flavorful without being overwhelming!!!“

“Clean, staff was friendly and helpful“

“Chef Abdul's is absolutely fabulous! The food was fresh, delicious and with generous servings. The baklava is to die for. The staff is friendly, attentive and a pleasure to be around. Consider this our new fave!“

“Great food!! Great atmosphere!! Very fun!!“

“first time today. had savory scone. Delicious! got 4 different sweet to go, excited to try them. Before leaving we got a Mango refresher and a strawberry refresher and they were great. Hopefully they will start shipping soon! Owner is passionate about the product and should be very proud.“

“I ordered a dairy free smash cake and a regular cake from Eye Candy Bake Shop for my daughter’s birthday. Everyone raved about the birthday cake and my daughter loved her personal cake! I was shown how to properly cut the cake and had help bringing the cake to my car - something most bakeries don’t do anymore! We will definitely order more cakes/desserts in the future!“

“the best. tacos are phenomenal“

“What a great restaurant! Came here to celebrate Father’s Day last night and had to write a review. The appetizer menu was extensive and tempting so we got a lot :). All were good with notable mentions to the chicken wings, takoyaki, fried oysters, sesame balls, and chicken buns. The ramen was so good with rich broth and fresh ingredients, you can tell this was lovingly prepared. Service was friendly and inviting, I knew it was going to be good when they brought my beer in a frosted mug :). Thank you for helping us properly celebrate the best Father a guy could ask for, my Dad’s face says it all. Check this place out, you won’t be disappointed. We’ll be back!“

“This place is a must try! I guarantee you will want to go back. They have the BEST gluten free ramen. They are very knowledgeable and helped me create a dish that was safe for me to eat. They genuinely cared about your experience. Excellent environment and service. Phenomenal food. 10/10“

“The food was great. I loved the creativity of the menu too. My server Eric could not have been nicer and more helpful. Loved how the restaurant is inside of a house w/ a tree in the dining area too! I loved my dining experience and will be back soon!“

“loved the ENTIRE vibe..I happened to be in the area & Googled coffee shops. I'm so happy I ended up here. Had a London Fog latte, blueberry muffin & avocado bacon toast. My belly was content.“

“Their food is absolutely the BEST out there. Friendly staff and delicious food ❤️….. Thank you for being so consistent too“

“Great Vegan menu! The margaritas are wonderful“

“I am a simple man. I usually get 2 eggs and some kind of meat. This place does a fine job and the other items I have tried off the menu are good as well. Usually not a long wait and has plenty of space even on Sunday. Staff is always friendly. Only complaint is that it can be on the pricier side but that's just the price of doing business nowadays. You could definitely do worse for breakfast.“

“Will definitely be going back. Food was amazing staff was fantastic. Menu was very well laid out. 5-5 stars“

“Tonight I decided to venture out and try this restaurant my family has been RAVING about called Al’s Cafe in Downtown Elgin! I sat upstairs and had this lovely server named Marcie! She recommended the monthly special called “Moonstruck” and it was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! The ambience, service and food is unmatched! If you are looking for a great night out I highly recommend Al’s Cafe!“

“Yesterday afternoon me and my wife decided to go dining at this location and it took me right back to my childhood in China. The flavors were so authentic they reminded me of the meals my grandmother used to cook. Our server was especially kind and attentive, adding a personal touch that made the experience even more memorable. The cozy atmosphere all made me feel at home. It’s rare to find a place that captures that kind of genuine comfort nowadays. Truly a special experience. Definitely would be coming back soon(:“

“I love getting my morning coffee from Elder + Oat a few times a week. It is a little bit of a haul from my house but totally worth it. Have usually get their monthly seasonal cold brew I have never disliked it. Nicole is the sweetest barista! I highly recommend this cute coffee shop!“

“Food is delicious. The atmosphere is welcoming and chill. The staff is wonderfully friendly and accommodating. We were there with my 7 and 10 year old for dinner. My son has special needs and they were so great with him. At the end of the dinner when they could see I was struggling a bit with my son, one server came to me and said, “don’t worry mama, we got you.” So kind. Thank you Stockholms for being an amazing place. Highly recommend. Highly highly recommend.“

“Amazing food and service. Made my dad's birthday super special! Definitely coming back soon!“

“The steamed BBQ pork buns are a must! Beyond delicious. I also am a huge fan of the gluten-free thin rice noddles that I substitute in my main dish typically! The spicy ramen broth is delicious (my husbands go-to). If you are in a rush, this might not be the place for you. A true mom and pap shop, perfecting every dish before serving. For my husband and I, it’s well worth the wait for the authentic divine flavors. Great portion sizes as well!“

“Being a celiac person, I love that they have options for me and I feel safe ordering, knowing they take care in preparing the meal. The food is very tasty, I love that I can get cheese curds.“

“Delicious champurrado !!! love it !! Very nice staff!“

“Great tacos & salsas! I’ll be back to try other items on the menu.“

“Marisol is THE best! We all came from out of town to celebrate birthdays and she just did an amazing job and had such an awesome vibe! Food was too die for! So yummy!“

“We love it! I highly recommend to all my airbnb guests staying at the Koi Whisperer Sanctuary!! Love & Light… M“

“We love Egg Harbor in Geneva,IL. Fantastic menu, superb staff, all round great place. Bring back chilled overnight oats!“

“The food is delicious every time.“

“Lunch specials are RIDICULOUS!!! $9.99 for a HUGE sandwich, soup, and choice of mac n cheese, fries and other choices….don’t walk RUN to the flagship in St Charles, U R welcome!!! Thank me later!!!!“

“Great food & customer service...!!!“

“Best bagels! I love their Swiss cheese bagel. Wonderful staff. Excellent sandwiches and soup. Very cleam!!“

“Might be the best omelette I’ve ever had…. I’m full right now and it kinda hurts. Lotta food (Ozempic girlies watch out) and you gotta eat it all. Perfectly seasoned red skins and the cinnamon butter on the pancakes…. Dude. I’m not high but I wish I was for this. Order the Alexander omelette you won’t regret it.“

“The best Thai food in the area!!!!“

“Great food great service excellent atmosphere to just chill and enjoy glass of wine or drink eat dance just good old classic restaurant ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We went to Woodfire for the first time a few weeks back on a Thursday night to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Full house!! We had the best appetizers, main dishes (pasta & pizza), drinks and the donuts as a treat from our amazingly friendly server was a fabulous ending to a great night! Great atmosphere, food, drinks & service!! Looking forward to going back again soon!“

“Best Venue in Batavia, the owner Melissa is a Godsend. The food is outstanding and the staff are all super welcoming and fun. We love playing here every year. The Beer Garden is #1 if you haven’t checked it out yet… what’s wrong with you???“

“We just had our Mom's 90th surprise birthday party here. The staff was fabulous! A big thank you to Mary, Sofia and Romy in particular. They helped usher her in, they refrigerated the cake for us, they took care of everything! I highly recommend Bennigan's for a party.“

“This is my first time in Illinois, and this is one of the best places I've ever tried. I would surely come back on our next vacation. ❤️“

“We had Somsri’s Thai Cuisine for the first time tonight and everything we ordered was delish! The crab rangoons, basil rice, and massaman curry were fire! Definitely a new favorite spot close to home 🫶🏽“

“I’ve eaten at Bleuroot twice when traveling through Chicago for hockey trips. Every bite has been phenomenal and there have been many “Oh you’ve got to try this” shared plates. The staff are amazing and this is a place where it’s okay to be loud and boisterous and joyful. Thanks to Maria and the crew for a great experience (and excellent customer service mailing me back a pair of prescription sunglasses I left on the table!). Looking forward to a third visit in November!“

“Delicious and awesome service!“

“Excellent food, wonderful quiche and soups. Always a win!“

“Great food, great service. Feel like I am at home in my momma's kitchen eating the best pancakes in the world.“

“So amazing! Waiter, Charles was awesome and so was greeter, Elizabeth Food and drinks were amazing! Ambience also amazing! New favorite restaurant! I can’t say enough good about everything!“

“It’s the best plate to grab a wine and snack.“

“We've been going there for awhile and lately it just seems like a better place! Best service, food quality is better, drinks are great, and very reasonable!“

“Healthy choice, no added sugar, smoothies are so good. Kids love it !!“