Healthy Restuarants In Evanston, Illinois

Find the Best Vegetarian, Vegan, And Natural Food Sources

Jan 29, 2009

Dining out becoming synonymous with grease, grease, and more grease? Try eating out at these healthy restaurants for a change.

Evanston boasts some of the healthiest--and certainly most creative--restaurants and eateries in the Northshore area. Check them out your next night on the town. Then you can splurge on dessert.

Blind Faith Cafe

Try a host of international vegan dishes at this quaint restaurant. Opened in 1979, it offers sit-down dining, cafe, and bakery with plenty of tasty treats. May I recommend the tiramisu?

Life Vegan

Try a vegan spin on American comfort food. Plus, all of the meals are made from scratch and won't bust your budget.

Argo Tea

This chain of teashop/cafe throughout Chicago offers vegetarian and vegan items, which are labeled on the menu. Side salad items, parfaits, and baked goods are vegan, and drinks can be made vegan upon request.

Simple Gourmet

This American-style restaurant boasts salads, sandwiches, and desserts, all of which are available for take-out. You can also dine outside for a fun atmosphere. Offers ovo, lacto, and vegetarian items.

Flat Top Grill

Create your own stir fry with choice of vegetarian protein option such as seitan, faux meat, tempeh, and tofu. Most sauces are vegan and labeled. Will cook vegetarian stir fry on separate grill upon request. This buffet-style restaurant offers beer, wine, and cocktails, too.

Wild Tree Cafe

This co-op buys fresh organic foods, and has some specialty vegetarian and vegan options. It is now serving fair-trade coffee from Brazil.

Prairie Joe's

This fun and laid-back diner serves American, Mexican, vegetarian, and eclectic items. Take your pick.

Mt. Everest

The head chef specializes in northern Indian and Nepalese cuisine, with plenty of vegetables, meats, and seafood items to share. Feel free to order your dish mild, moderate, or spicy. Everything can be made to your specifications.

Jamba Juice

The smoothie of all smoothies, this corner shoppe has fresh fruits, non-fat yogurt, and more. You can also eat around any dairy or gluten allergies, or a vegan lifestyle. With random juices like wheatgrass, its no wonder it's a favorite.

Pita Pete's

This casual fast food eatery offers healthy options like stuffed pitas, salads, and seasonal soups. Perfect for lunch.

Kuni’s Japanese Restaurant

Japanese food, specially sushi is known for its low fat, and high vegetable and protein content. At this casual sushi joint, guests hail the rolls as the biggest they've ever seen--or eaten.

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