Vegan
Delivery
Take-out
Asian
Korean
Vegan restaurant offering buddhist Korean cuisine menu with dishes like savory pancake, rice noodle soups, dumplings, kimchi, and its signature Dr. K's soup. For dessert, there's ginger tea with ice cream and maple cookies. Open Wed-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm. Closed Mon-Tue.
114 Reviews
First Review by mollypitcher
Numerius
Points +32
Whole food in a relaxing Buddhist atmosphere. - Edit
The atmosphere of this restaurant is so calming and peaceful, and the food is really whole, healthy, and delicious. Be aware that the spicy really is spicy when ordering! 😊
Read morePros: All vegan, Whole food made from scratch.
Cons: Wish it was closer to my house!
Guest
ljr
Points +40
Amazing Vegan food! You must get here! - Edit
I love Amitabul! I've been a fan since it opened at its former location. Worth the trip every time. I adore Yin and Yang, Tibetan High Moon, Sweet Curry Noodle and the spicy Kimchi Maki rolls. The owner Bill is very nice and always helps me order soy free. I love how he turned this out of the way, neighborhood location, into a comfy vegan nook filled with Korean Buddhist art and special touches. I love that he kept the vintage booths. and that he puts a before meal inspirational narrative on each table. I'm a huge fan of this place.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-11-12
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DavidSchlomer
Points +50
Too good to miss - Edit
Great place!!! Lists what foods have a small amount of sesame oil, most have none!!! Excellent whole food plant based eating. Worth the visit
Read morePros: All vegan, Mostly oil free, Excellent tea
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Commensal
Points +108
The Best - Edit
Hands down my favorite restaurant of all time. I've been going for I think close to 25 years. The food is always amazing. Bill and everyone else working there are so kind.
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Phthisis
Points +151
Excellent vegan Korean food - Edit
Amitabul never disappoints. Excellent and fresh tasting food. It can be difficult to find restaurant food that is flavorful and filling that is not cooked with oil - most of their dishes are made this way. Ample portion sizes as well.
Read morePros: Plenty of healthy options , Discount for paying with cash
Cons: Some dishes taste similar too each other
Guest
Cdalcant
Points +38
HCLF Vegan restaurant, food good, owners well... - Edit
I appreciate that there is a restaurant where I can find oil-free foods to satisfy my HCLF vegan diet. The foods are pretty good, but I will say the sign on the door that says "Nobody wants to work anymore!" is pretty offputting.
Read morePros: virtually fat free, no oil, not bad tasting
Cons: lack of staff appreciation, ignorant approach to staffing shortages
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Aashpatel
Points +120
Blessed tasty food! - Edit
This place is a quiet haven that feels comfortable and safe. The food is very tasty and they can twist it to your needs.I had the Seaweed Miso Soup and Maha Pyogo and both were amazing! I will be back for sure. All dishes are vegan.
Read morePros: Only vegan options, Friendly staff, Tasty food
Cons: None - period
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ScottCline
Points +3693
Very good- all vegan - Edit
I enjoyed the dumplings, the Buddha Bop and the Kimchee Tofu Stir Noodle. Everything was delicious but we especially enjoyed the dumplings and Buddha Bop.
Read morePros: All vegan, Relaxing atmosphere
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Hodzic_fam
Points +1812
Great Food, Great Vibe - Edit
Owner was really nice and provided great recommendations. Loved the food and the environment.
Read morePros: Fresh ingredients , Lots of options, Good portions
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frenchfries4life
Points +1150
Healthy Korean food - Edit
If you've ever wanted vegetables in your pancakes, this is the place to go. Also really recommend the date tea. I'm not much of a tea drinker usually, but it was super yummy.
Read morePros: Healthy, Unique menu items
Cons: Styrofoam containers
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McBernstein
Points +246
Delicious & as spicy as you like! Pancakes are yo die for! - Edit
Never had Korean food… absolutely delicious & vegan fresh!
Read morePros: All vegan, Fresh & delicious , We’ll priced
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healthytothemax
Points +135
Super Healthy Food That Tastes Good - Edit
I honestly don’t know why I don’t come here more often especially since this is one of the few places that I can a get a super healthy vegan meal that is full of veggies and whole grains, and I have tons of options. No vegan fast food here.
Read moreI ordered the Energy Pancakes which came with 3 sauces that I really enjoyed dipping into. I also ordered the jade make sushi. The flavor was perfect and the sauce wasn’t overly salty. Just really healthy food that tasted good and felt good too.
The only complaint, which confuses me, is that they use styrofoam containers. So much good going on here - I totally don’t get why these are still being used. #Veganuary
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EbullientErin
Points +44
Amazing oil free stir "fry's" - Edit
They steam saute most of their dishes and label the ones that do contain oil. Finally a vegan place that's actually healthy. Perfect for WFPB eating patterns (who are flexible on salt, miso is a thing 😉). We eat here every chance we get. Love this place.
Read morePros: Oil free options, Descriptive menu, Delicious
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Xyla
Points +53
Grateful for this gem - Edit
Casual and comforting. The ginger citron tea is delicious and healing. It's rare to be able to eat at an Asian restaurant without having to navigate past a meat laden menu. I felt safe here.
Read moreI will need to order soup next time since a regular patron who sat next to our table raved about it and had our server show it to us. The secret Mr. Scott soup.
Dumplings, chop chae and mung bean dessert were scrumptious.
The Bruce Lee lamp made me giggle and it was wonderful to see the wall of fame -- a testimony of all the lives they enhanced.
Pros: Dishes labeled oil free or low oil, Many options all vegan menu
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TheVeganWerewolf
Points +247
Nice Place - Edit
The food was good and the atmosphere was very calming. The service was also outstanding!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-12-13
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VeganAmy75
Points +58
The food here is so tasty and good for you too. - Edit
I love this place. Their soups are the best. My favorite soups are 9 Ways to Nirvana and Dr Ks Cure All noodle soups. Yum.
Read morePros: All vegan, Healthy , So tasty
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AaronStreeton
Points +810
I loved it - Edit
No fake meat which is nice. Lots of flavour and tonned of options!
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SethPerry
Points +18
Healthy vegan! - Edit
I will definitely be back to try more of their dishes! The dumplings were really good and come with a spicy sauce I used to make my veggies even hotter. I do love extra extra spicy!
Read morePros: All vegan, Has spicy items, Healthy food, diet friendly
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MeloneyKuber
Points +38
Yummy - Edit
My first experience was great! Food was very tasty. I work in Rosemont and took the drive to this sweet little spot. I will absolutely continue to try other dishes as this is the closest vegan restaurant to my office.
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sandaagain
Points +148
Delicious food, great service (visit in 2019) - Edit
[This review is from a visit in late 2019]
Read moreMy group of 9 women from a conference held down the road walked into this place with only having called ahead 20 minutes earlier to ensure we could be accommodated. The service was very good, and the food was even better. The restaurant wasn't packed but they were doing a good amount of business and they managed to keep up with demand quite well. I would love to go back and try more of the items on the menu, everyone at our table seemed very happy with what they tried!
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Piggy
Points +406
Nice atmosphere and healthy foods - Edit
I loved dining here! It has a cozy feel inside and the food is all very healthy. I would highly recommend it.
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Laurrior
Points +212
Amazing vegan Korean food! - Edit
Went years ago and still talk about how great the food was! Loved all the things our table ordered, everything for flavourful and delicious. Even the non-vegans were very satisfied. Will come back next time I'm in Chicago!
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DaveytheHeAtHeN🤘
Points +188
AMAZING FOOD AND SERVICE! - Edit
Great place very zen atmosphere, staff is very friendly and food came out quickly and was AMAZING!
Read morePros: All vegan, Large portions
Cons: A little up there in price but large portions , So worth it
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JuxtaposeFoto
Points +98
Healthy Delicious Vegan Meal - Edit
Amitabul is one of a kind. Food are cooked with no oil or very little oil. The owner is wonderful and the staff provides great service. The food is very delicious and healthy. Try the soup and drinks, they are out of this world good.
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tomtheplantsman
Points +868
A Wonderful Meal - Edit
I really enjoyed my meal and am already looking forward to another visit! Got the kimchi tofu noodles, a savory pizza pancake, and some spring rolls. Everything was fresh, delicious, and filling.
Read morePros: Great Food, Reasonable Prices
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Noodlegirl
Points +348
Fantastic and healthy - Edit
Amitabul, which meaning Awakening in Korean, has been serving healthy vegan fare in Chicago not far from O’Hare airport for 30 years. I fell in love at first sight. The Menu looked amazing. Selected the kimchi tofu noodles and they were spicy and tasty. I can’t wait to return to this serene but alive restaurant where my heart lies.
Read morePros: Many interesting dishes and fresh juices , Interesting art work, lots to explore , Serene, alive, well cared for
Cons: None
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SummerLee
Points +1677
Delicious dining - Edit
We went in for dine in service. They lit the candles in the shrine just for us. The service was fabulous. For 2 people we ordered the dumplings, energy nut , and kimchi pancakes. That was too much for us so we had left overs. Nice big portions and healthy dining options. I thought it was interesting they have meal plans on the menu.
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