The Chicago Diner

3411 N. Halsted, Chicago, IL
The Chicago Diner in Boystown. Vegan before vegan became a “cool” thing.

BBQ Wingz. Marinated BBQ seitan strips with ranch dip and celery sticks. Very tender and tasty chunks.
*Seitan is wheat gluten; The Chicago Diner also offers a gluten-free menu.

Black Bean Burger. Handmade spiced black bean patty with grilled onions, peppers & melted cheese, avocado slices & salsa on multi grain bun.
The burger was very tasty, but it crumbled as I picked it up, and the multi grain was a bit hard. Using a fork and knife, however, this meal was still delicious. I tore it all up!

This Pumpkin Ice Cream with “chocolate” chips was very good and well spiced.
We also enjoyed a generous slice of Carrot Cake with walnuts. The texture was nice and fluffy; well moistened.

The atmosphere at The Chicago Diner was very cozy and inviting.
Prices are average.

Cosi

Cosi

Vegi Muffaletta: Grilled eggplant, chopped green olives, banana peppers, green onions, olive oil, provolone, parmesan cheese & shredded romaine.

Pretty tasty; generous eggplant.

Cosi is a popular place for lunch here in Chicago. Expect it to be very packed from noon until 1PM or so.
Luckily, there are several locations around busy, Downtown Chicago as well as across the nation.

Even as a corporate franchise, Cosi is known to serve healthy, tasty sandwiches in a contemporary, social environment. The most distinctive trait about this cafe eatery is the open-flame hearth and their variety of flatbread sandwiches.  Ask for fresh bread.

Also serves simple Breakfast and Dinner plates.

Sandwich with chips/carrots and drink average from $6-7.