LIL VEGGIE EATS

Your Guide to Vegetarian Eats

Category: Chicago

  • And The Best Bagel Spot in Chicago Goes To…

    I’ve found my favorite bagel place in Chicago. Corey’s NYC Bagel Deli tastes so fresh and always revives me after a long night. Their bagels always hit the spot, and they have a sweetest employees.

    Their garlic and herb bagel is packed with flavor. I like to order one toasted with lettuce, egg, tomato, cream cheese, and avocado. This bagel sandwich is under $10, which makes it a bit cheaper than others in the city. Whenever I stop in to order a bagel sandwich, I always get some extra garlic and herb bagels to take home with me.

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  • Some Merry Moments from Christkindlmarket 2023

    I was able to eat my way through both of the Christkindlmarkets this year, and they did not disappoint. I went to the Wrigleyville location on a Wednesday around 5pm and there was barely anyone there. I visited the downtown location on a Tuesday around 8pm and it was very crowded. Here’s all the delicious plant-based snacks I enjoyed while wandering around the Christmas Tree.


    PuffyHouzz has a plethora of mini pancakes with different toppings, and I tried The Santa’s Favorite Puffy, which was covered in strawberries and Nutella. It was the perfect sweet treat to start off my evening there. The collectable mug this year is an aqua blue showing snowy a night at the downtown Christkindlmarket.


    Whenever I see a La Boulangerie booth I have to get a croissant – they’re the best in the city.

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  • Late Nights in Lakeview: Where to Stop for Vegetarian Cravings

    One of the best parts about living in a city is getting delicious food when the midnight hunger strikes, and Chicago has some great plant-based options to try. Here are a few of my favorites after a night out in Lakeview.

    You can’t beat a late night Golden Apple trip, and y’all know I love a classic diner that always serves breakfast. I tend to order their chocolate hip waffles or pancakes, and the hash browns were the perfect savory side. There’s not many plant-based lunch or dinner options, so I usually go here when I’m craving breakfast food. So thankful for this 24-hour diner in Lakeview.

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  • Five Lakeview Breakfast Spots with Plant-Based Options

    I’ve lived in Lakeview, Chicago for a few years now, and I’ve found some incredible breakfast restaurants and coffee shops in the area. There’s so many delicious vegetarian options in the neighborhood, but here’s a few of my favorites.

    Sam and George’s have 29 skillets to choose from on their menu, and The Spartan with sautéed tomatoes, onions, green peppers feta cheese on top of hash browns is my go to. If I want something sweet, I order their yummy chocolate chip pancakes as well. This family-run restaurant is one of my favorites in west Lakeview, and I always leave feeling full and happy.

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  • My Vegetarian DoorDash Favorites

    We live in an age where I can get delicious food from my favorite restaurants delivered right to my door in Chicago, and I’m going to take advantage of that. I use DoorDash when I have a craving because I get a free DashPass membership with the Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card I have.

    The Elote quesadilla from Seoul Taco is one of my favorite indulgences to order for delivery. It’s packed full of flavor and spice. Their kimchi fried rice and churros are fire too. I always recommend this place for a tasty takeout meal.

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  • Pick Me Up Cafe is as Delicious as it is Cozy

    Pick Me Up Cafe is diner heaven. The restaurant features fun colors and a menu offering breakfast all day. You really can’t beat the selection of veggie options at Pick Me Up. This spot has options for vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free, and carnivores, so everyone can find something delicious to eat here! Here are a few of my favorites:

    One of the best breakfast dishes in Chicago is The New Yorker. A plate of perfectly-seasoned potatoes topped with red peppers, mushrooms, pesto, goat cheese, and an egg is everything I could ask for in a breakfast dish. And there’s nothing better than a toasted bagel with cream cheese as a side.

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  • A Food Shoot – Stan’s Donuts

    The early bird gets first pick at Stan’s Donuts. My New Year’s resolution was to create more food photos, and I loved making this set for my favorite donut place in Chicago.


    I started this blog so I can take more photos of food as well. I think most of the photos I post on here will be taken with my iPhone, but I decided to pull out my camera for these shots. Check out my photography portfolio here.

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  • Brunch at Beatnik West Town

    One of the best places to enjoy brunch with friends is Beatnik in West Town. The atmosphere of this restaurant is so warm and unique and the wait staff are always fun and friendly.

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