Vegan
American
Organic
All Raw
Raw, vegan, gluten-free restaurant in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago. Replaced the previous Thanks Jordan Vegan Cafe in fall-2013. Offers food preparation classes. Open Tue-Thu 11:00am-4:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm. Seatings available until 3:30pm Tue-Thur and 5:30pm. Fri-Sat.
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928 S State St (at downtown), Lockport, Illinois, USA, 60441
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Last update on 16 Jan 2024 by kmunik8
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Added by delicesnepal on 20 Feb 2014
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47 Reviews
First Review by widgetoc
AnnFromIllinois
Points +783
Filling and fabulous! - Edit
I was a bit skeptical of raw main dishes, but this place changed my mind. We had pizza bites, collard wrap, southwest burritos and almond butter pie. All excellent. (Special shout out to the burrito and the pie.)
Read morePros: Delicious , Great, fast service
Cons: Too far away from where I live
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mcmeow
Points +38
Great food - Edit
food was great, i got alfedo noodles with ranch salad, and i took home lasgana with salad. i usually dont eat dessert but i ordered some almond pie and tasted good. would go again!
Read morePros: pasta and dishes, chill service, comfty chairs
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CarrieBCadieux
Points +31
Delightful! - Edit
First experience with raw vegan dining and loved by all, omnivore included. The waitstaff and chef were as amazing as the meals. Picture worthy, but too busy eating. Worth the 1.5 hour drive!
Read morePros: ambience, charming old building, helpful waitstaff explanation and sauce samples, TOTALLY Vegan menu!
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VeganSTL
Points +26
Worth a Return Visit in Less Than a Week - Edit
The Healthy Sins Vegan Cafe in Lockport, IL was SO GOOD, we made a return trip in less than a week. Traveling and finding restaurants on the road presents many challenges for me because I am not just following a vegan lifestyle, I am healing cancer and eat organic, non-GMO, at least two raw meals each day, and don't eat "fake" vegan processed foods, sugar, or processed flour. It can be tough to enjoy eating away from home.
Read moreThe Healthy Sins Vegan Cafe covered all the bases AND the food was delicious. We stopped on a whim on the way up to Michigan and it was so amazing, we stopped on the way back home to St. Louis.
The first trip we were a little cautious - ordering lunch portions just to try it. My husband had the Cheesesteak with a side of fruit and I had the lasagna with a side salad. WOW! It was so delicious that on the way back, we sampled several new full portion dishes (nachos, pizza, burger). My husband is not as strict and indulged with the Almond Butter Pie; he said it was scrumptious! My only regret is that we don't live nearby, or eating here would be a weekly treat.
The food was fresh, filling, and unique. I have been vegan for 7 years and eaten at vegan restaurants around the country. The Healthy Sins Vegan Cafe is among my top three choices and there was no worry, just pure relaxation, because everything is organic, fresh, and gluten free. We will be stopping in again in early fall!
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-25
Pros: Friendly and knowledgeable staff., Great vibe - very nice aesthetic., Owner stopped at our table to chat - wonderful!
Cons: We don't live close by :-(
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JMello
Points +38
Great place - Edit
Great menu! The nachos are my fav…..and the open face burger. And the deserts are crazy
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JenniferPooch
Points +239
High Quality - Edit
Happy Cow didn't specify this was a 100% Raw Vegan place, so it was definitely different from what I expected, but everything was delicious and the meal definitely filled us up, despite being Raw. I got the "Pad Thai" and we both shared a plate of nachos as an appetizer. I also highly recommend trying their assortment of hot tea. Raw isn't really my thing, so I don't think we'll add this to our vegan restaurant rotation, but the ingredients were obviously fresh and I would go again during the summer- maybe just not the winter!
Read morePros: Very friendly, knowledgeable staff, Diverse, creative menu
Cons: The fact that it's 100% Raw wasn't clear online, Expensive
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BradleyWallace
Points +233
Raw Vegan Food - Edit
We went to Healthy Sins and got the nacho appetizer and some tea to start off. I got a Philly cheese steak which came with a salad and a fruit medley. My fiancee got the pad Thai which used zucchini noodles which also came with salad and fruit. Everything was delicious. I asked some questions about how they made the food and the server was very knowledgeable and helpful.
Read morePros: Friendly and helpful service , All Organic
Cons: Everything is served cold, Expensive
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jordnpurp
Points +188
Healthy treat - Edit
I have absolutely loved this restaurant. The food is so flavorful, fresh, and varied. Each time I've tried a new dish it just makes me want more, and their dessert are incredible!
Read morePros: All vegan and raw unique dishes, Amazing desserts, Many different flavors
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freiburgermsu
Points +67
Loved by the whole family - Edit
My family is not often keen on vegan and gluten-free food, and were very skeptical about raw food, but my family GORGED at this restaurant. The meals were hearty, despite being raw and not containing legumes, which is a common vegan protein. The desserts and chips+guacomole were particular favorites. This restaurant is an exception gem is Lockport.
Read morePros: Menu breadth and grain-free options, creative and original recipes, Flavor
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Jaszey
Points +24
Yummy - Edit
I love great raw, vegan food & they didn't disappoint. I found this hidden gem using the Happy Cow app. Read the reviews & decided to try it out. They had me at nachos with almond "Taco meat"❤ I also tried the Thai pizza, salad, & a bite sized brownie. Delicious 😋
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-08-04
Pros: Great variety of food & desserts, Worth the drive
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MelvinSchantz
Points +16
Quick Lunch - Edit
Stopped in for a quick lunch and had the white sauce lasagna it was awesome.
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MorganDouglas
Points +137
My favorite restaurant - Edit
I have been coming here occasionally for a few years and I’ve loved the food every single time. This is one of my favorite vegan restaurants. The food here is so good. We need restaurants like this everywhere.
Read morePros: A variety of vegan options
Cons: Expensive, Does not have breakfast options, Does not open until closer to noon
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sanderadio
Points +381
Incredible food! - Edit
Although I thought I wasn’t so fond of raw vegan, this place is awesome! Cucumber slices with all sorts of cheeses and meats. Yummy! My taco salad and bf’s burrito were amazing too. And the desert was incredible. Sort of pudding pie with chocolate. One of the best vegan desserts we ever had. Plus everything made and served with so much love: should go here more often, although it’s a 1 hr drive
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Sunheji
Points +20
Da’Varius experience - Edit
Plates are made with gloves & fast serve
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katarzyna-kw
Points +32
Nice, different, unusual - Edit
We don’t live around here unfortunately but it’s worth a drive! The taco salad and southwest Mac and cheese were really good. The desserts are sooo good! It’s a nice change of pace to have all raw.
Read morePros: Very satisfying, Large portions, Amazing desserts
Cons: Pricey but that’s understandable
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SuperMats
Points +26
Wonderful! - Edit
Absolutely brilliant little raw vegan place in Lockport. Exquisite food and the people who work there are just amazing and very friendly. Highly recommend!
Read moreThey've just reopened since March, so go in and order something!
Pros: Lots of vegan options, 100% raw, Creative and delicious dishes
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MichaelTelesky
Points +1049
Amazing raw vegan food - Edit
So glad we made the trip from Valpo to Lockport to try Healthy Sins Vegan Cafe. So impressed with the creativity and flavors put into the menu. Tried the nachos and garlic Parmesan bites or appetizers, both great but the nachos were amazing. I had the cheesesteak sandwich and it had so much flavor. Was blown away with the salad dressings too, ranch, smoked bacon and garlic ginger. The serving sizes are vey generous. Can’t wait to go back and try even more!
Read morePros: Variety, Healthy raw vegan, Super friendly owner
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Veggurly
Points +101
Pretty nice for a vegan place! - Edit
It’s all raw of course. But it does taste pretty amazing! I had their almond butter pie which is amazing but for a whole pie it over $100! I had their daily cheese cake too (which was mango) and it was delicious. But quite pricey for what you get which is why I don’t go very often.
Read morePros: Yummy food, Nice vibe, Nice staff
Cons: Pricey for what you are getting
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SarahCryer
Points +20
Unique Experience - Edit
First time eating raw vegan and the flavors were delicious, though the food was a little pricey overall. The entree names don't seem to represent the actual food very well. My mom got the mac and cheese and I got the cheesesteak. Both were good but not what we were expecting based on the titles. The nachos were AMAZING. Cute little hidden gem in Lockport.
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Krissycakes
Points +20
I’m so grateful to have this place! - Edit
I don’t even know where to start with how amazing this place is! I’ve been a customer since 2015 and this place has done more for me than simply providing a delicious dining experience but they’ve been there for me to provide me with nourishing raw foods to help me heal when I’ve struggled with my health. Do not skip their almond butter pie! It’s unbelievable! ❤️
Read morePros: All Raw, Delicious foods and deserts , Everything is gluten free
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KellyB3
Points +162
First time - Edit
Great food and customer service for carry out during partial lockdown for covid19. First time eating all raw. Delicious but some too salty for our taste especially the Thai pizza. Maybe it was on accident. Favorites were the nachos and turtles. Will be back again!
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Noons
Points +30
Awful but raw - Edit
Only had desert but it was full of coconut oil and overall disappointing.
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JocalynnLambert
Points +37
Delicious - Edit
Lovely volunteers, tasty food and the variety of dishes is great.
Read morePros: All raw and vegan
Cons: Pricey and small location
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Jdwfpbno
Points +33
Raw doesn’t equal healthy - Edit
Very high fat stuff. Seems like they serve raw so they don’t have to invest in a kitchen.
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HAWKBL8
Points +125
First Raw food experience - Edit
Very nice little restaurant in Chicago suburbs. I was surprised it was not only Vegan, but Raw food only. While I generally prefer my lasagna warm this was delicious. In fact everything I tried (except my wife's Jicama Fries- sorry those need to be warm or at least less crunchy) was delicious.
Read morePros: All Vegan restaurant
Cons: A little high., Need to be more clear they are completely Raw Food
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samantatrojan
Points +32
Raw Nachos! ✨ - Edit
I come here for the raw nachos every chance I get and you should too! So yummy and creamy and guilt free! 😝 I literally crave these nachos!
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lai.9292
Points +371
Delicious but pricey - Edit
I’m visiting family from Portland, Oregon and have heard that this little gem in Lockport was worth a go for the best raw vegan grub in Illinois! Super cute space, even if we happened to visit during a bought of construction.
Read moreMy issues were service and quality. The hostess we saw was a self proclaimed carnivore (why would she tell us this, as an ethical vegan I was pretty thrown off) and she knew little about the menu, processes, and ingredients used in the food. She couldn’t answer any basic questions about raw vegan food when my brother was asking. She wasn’t friendly either! She acted as though we were an inconvenience even though we were the ONLY people there at 4 pm. She forgot to bring water and ice after reminding her, we found a hair in our fruit salad, and she didn’t even say goodbye when we told her thank you.
I’ve worked in the vegan food industry for years now and am so so bummed that my short visit to Illinois showing my family vegan food had to be with that lady. :(
The food was good though! It was just hard to enjoy the experience with the lack of service. She had medium brown shoulder length hair, probably mid twenties.
the portions are small also. I really won’t come back to this place. I understand that raw vegan food often takes more time with different processes but all the raw vegan places in Portland are way better all around.
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