Vegan
American
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
Catering
Fusion

Small chain of vegan restaurants originating from Southern California. Offers a menu of sandwiches, veggie burgers, bowls, salads, and others. Order at the counter and food is brought to your table. This one est. 2011. Reported closed September 2023.


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38 Reviews

First Review by ·X·

rjmarciniak

Points +649

Vegan
22 Jul 2023

Best Vegan Fast Food Chain

Native Foods is my go-to for vegan fast food. Everything I have had there has been good, and the price is pretty reasonable. It certainly does not have the most healthy options, but for a quick burger, wrap or other typical fast food item, it can't be beat in Chicago.

chale91

Points +136

Vegan
01 Apr 2023

Fast Food for the Vegan Soul

We stopped by while waiting for a flight and I’m glad we did! I got the cauliflower po’ boy, my husband got the BBQ brisket burger, and my sister got the BBQ chicken salad. There was a misunderstanding over my sister’s nut allergy and the staff quickly fixed it. We wish there were more locations around the country so everyone has access to it!

Pros: Entirely vegan, Huge variety, Large portions

DavidDainko

Points +200

Vegan
30 Jan 2023

Vegan Fast Food

The title except up your expectations by 1000. Absolutely wonderful

LeSurrealisme

Points +86

Vegan
21 Dec 2022

Vegan Burgers and Fries

This place is great for vegan "junk food"--huge burgers and delicious fries! Very filling. I always complete my meal with their lavender lemonade and oatmeal creme pie!

sopmetzg

Points +16

Vegan
15 Dec 2022

Quick and good!

Amazing food! Good rewards system through the app. All vegan food. Healthy options like salads or burgers and fries!

Pros: All vegan, Quick

Cons: expensive for fast casual

Scotty-O

Points +226

Vegan
03 Dec 2022

Nice place good food

I had the special which was a Jalapeño Chick’n burger in a maple donut bun, it was good but didn’t pack a punch as I expected, potato salad is very tasty and it’s not a bad price, all in all I’d go back.

Pros: Good Choice , Super clean , Pleasant staff

Cons: Not as flavoursome as expected

KaitlinBaumgarten

Points +710

Vegan
19 Sep 2022

A little bit of everything

I used to go to this chain all the time growing up, but they got rid of their Portland branch a few years ago, so I was excited to try it again! Had a lot of similar menu items as I remember, and a bunch of new stuff. All kinds of food.

Pros: Vegan spot

Cons: Service a little funky

MirandaLund

Points +25

Vegan
03 Sep 2022

Great Vibes

Awesome vegan food! Whole place is 100% vegan. Reasonable prices. Orange Cauliflower bowl was so good! The Chicken run ranch was also phenomenal! Great cookie for desert! Nice staff, quick service, fun decor, highly recommend.

philipadrian

Points +104

Vegan
03 May 2022

Beautifully Crafted and Delicious

The menu has a nice variety of food styles and influences. Convenient location for public transit, close to some very popular neighborhoods and events. I’m not always a fan of meat substitutes, but they do make everything in house and fresh. I had the cauliflower chickpea shawarma which was wonderful! I’ll be back and ready to explore the menu more!

triinm

Points +85

Vegan
08 Feb 2022

Delicious food

Really loved the tofu fried rice with orange cauliflower.
The peanut butter parfait was ok but nothing special.
The French sandwich was ok but the fries were small that came with it. #Veganuary

Pros: All vegan, Quick service, Delicious recipes

Cons: Expensive, Not very cosy

KadiHarmon

Points +6153

Vegan
21 Dec 2021

Love Native foods!

I first discovered Native foods in Chicago and have visited many of their locations over the years. You really can’t go wrong here. They have such a selection and everything is super yummy! Definitely my favorite vegan chain!

DiamondLtu

Points +289

Vegan
24 Nov 2021

Still dreaming of that sandwich and nachos

So good, got chicken bacon ranch sandwich soo good. My boyfriend enjoyed his burger too, a must go place if you are in the area

katelveg

Points +17

Mostly Veg
06 Nov 2021

Great options and staff

We stopped here before a show at the Vic. I got a bowl and soup and my bf got a meatball sandwich. I thought the food was great and the dessert (peanut butter option) was also tasty. The lady at the counter was friendly and open to sub quinoa for the jasmine rice. She also gave candid feedback about selections - for example if spicy. Overall great find with a very casual (order at the counter) vibe.

Pros: Great options!, Delicious desserts and potato soup!, Loved the staff!

Cons: Under renovation so not a fun vibe , A little slow

geok

Points +50

Vegan
21 Aug 2021

lots of variety

great options for everyone! all around delicious!

Pros: all vegan, lots of variety

soyboy420

Points +52

Vegan
17 Aug 2021

Everything here is incredible

Go here all the time. Everything I’ve ever had is fantastic. You should eat here

EmilyGildersleeve

Points +38

Vegan
14 May 2021

Favorite vegan spot from my vacation

Came to Chicago for a 4 day vacation and ate all vegan the whole time. This was our favorite place!!

Pros: Delicious meatball sub!

GothDad

Points +16

Vegan
04 Mar 2020

AMAZING Food (But...)

I deducted one star because Native Foods is not transparent about their nutrition info. As a chain restaurant with standardized recipes, they have the ability to release nutritional information, but choose not to.

That said... The food is AH-MAY-ZING. The number one benefit of this restaurant is its vegan "junk food." If you miss pleasure-centric foods like a brisket burger topped with onion rings and fistfuls of vegan cheese, Native Food ensures you can still treat yourself. (And don't forget the moan-out-loud desserts.) That said, they also have amazing, tasty healthful dishes like Buddha bowls and your standard chickpea/quinoa/kale concoctions.

The atmosphere is very relaxed. This is a counter service place, meaning you order at the counter rather than receive table service. (Remember, in the U.S. it's still standard practice to tip $1-2 per item when ordering at a counter.)

I've tested this place on my non-vegan significant other, who gave it two thumbs up and came back for more without my prompting.

Pros: Delicious "junk food", Relaxed atmosphere, High protein options

Cons: No nutrition info

saraspit22

Points +25

Vegetarian
02 Aug 2019

Vegan Fast Food

This is my go to vegan “junk food” or takeout place. I love the seasonal dishes - the fact that the menu rotates is huge! Also, their desserts are delicious and they have a great rewards program. One downside is that the food does not travel well.

Prince10245

Points +32

Vegan
25 Jun 2019

Spicy Food Found

This place specializes in spicy cauliflower. They have some of the best that I’ve ever had and could ever make. They also had a nice recipe on the wall for kabobs. I also had the Buddha bowl which was great as well.

Pros: Lots of options, Quick, Friendly

EmilyHappyHealthy

Points +70

Vegan
22 Mar 2019

My go to vegan joint

I get takeout from Native Foods about once a week. If you go fairly often it is worth getting the app as it makes ordering easy & you earn points. I LOVE the Thai Brussel sprouts, get them with a side of ranch. My go to is the twister wrap with sweet potato fries or the Buddha bowl. I will admit I have tried a few things that are just okay like the soul bowl & mac n cheese. Overall good vegan food with changing seasonal options.

Pros: app rewards

barneyfan666

Points +48

Vegan
07 Mar 2019

mediocre

my food was pretty good. however, my girlfriend’s food came out much cooler than my own. as if it was cooked completely before mine was started. the “seasoned” fries are pretty bland.

ryanwhatt

Points +625

Vegan
17 Dec 2018

Reuben was great

Had the Reuben and the twister wrap and both were really well done. Full of flavor. Staff was really friendly too.

gemmamay101

Points +57

Vegetarian
23 Aug 2018

Best burger

Would highly recommend for fast food vegan food. Delicious!

Pros: Everything vegan , Delicious , Lots of options

MaxB

Points +25

Vegan
29 Jun 2018

Great service

Not only is the food delicious, when my order took longer than expected the chef apologized, gave me a free cookie and refunded the cost of my meal. She didn’t have to do that. I was surprised and appreciative. Best vegan food in Lakeview!

Pros: Great service , Delicious food

DosaGuy

Points +22

Vegan
16 Jun 2018

Another great vegan option in Chicago

100%, no guilt vegan! It was late on a Friday night and they were about the close. I had just ridden 9 miles on a Divvy bike long the lake and was STARVING! Lost track of time so I had to scramble to find somewhere (vegan of course) to eat. Happy Cow provided several good options but this one stuck out. The woman at the register who took my order was super chill and helped me pick something ( I was confused because everything looked great). She suggested the “Soul Bowl” which was BBQ fried ‘Chicken’ (tofu), beans, veggies and cornbread. OMG... it really did taste like fried chicken, the BBQ sauce was great and the cornbread really did taste like freak’n cornbread!!!

JayOcto

Points +42

Vegan
03 Mar 2018

Great customer service

The people working are always sweet and always remember me when I enter the restaurant. It makes me feel comfortable and at ease. GF options too. Make sure to check out their oatmeal cream pie!

Pros: Gluten Free Options, Oatmeal Cream Pie

Loki_D_Wolf

Points +16

Vegan
25 Feb 2018

Felt Welcomed

Milton and Sam took care of me!

First time here. I walk in between auditions. Also a little hungover from the night before. I decide to have their chicken and waffles. Waffle machine down?! Oh no! No biggie. 😊
Milton learning of my condition recommends their BBQ bacon cheese burger. I accept the recommendation. With the dill potato salad in the side. DELICIOUS! And, for the flip flop tummy Kombucha (thanks Milton, that really helped).

Sam brought out the food. And it was quick! She was friendly and sincere with not just myself but with all the surrounding customers. Found out she's from New York. They lost a good one to Chicago. 😉

There is plenty of seating in a open like space. Atmosphere was nice and clean.

Overall, it was a wonderful experience. The food was great and filling. And the service was impeccable.

I highly recommend!

Pros: It's all vegan! Common like dishes and great for t

Cons: None to me. Pricing was to be expected. Nothing re




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