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Can't believe it's not meat

Vegan Burgers, Philly & Hot Dogs

Vegetarian

$$$

Top tips

  • Plan on takeout or pickup: this location has little to no indoor dining and only a few sidewalk tables.
  • Good to know: Check the final price before ordering; reviewers report add-on charges for vegan substitutes and other surcharges.
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  • Try the Big Mik, a frequently praised vegan burger with its own sauce.
  • The vegan Philly cheesesteak and Philly cheesesteak egg rolls are popular picks; some reviewers say the sandwich can be messy to eat.
  • Fries and some vegan items have been described as salty, so consider requesting sauces on the side.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Burgernamed in 11 reviews

People also mention sandwich, smoothie and fries.

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Also banana pudding, chocolate chip cookie, cookie, fried shrimp and gyros.

Good for

Praised for attentive service, beautiful interior and friendly service.

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Also praised for good value and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Brunch, lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This Hyde Park counter-service spot serves vegetarian and flexitarian comfort food, with vegan versions of favorites such as the Big Mik, Philly cheesesteak, and Chicago-style hot dog. Reviews describe it as primarily takeout, with only a few sidewalk tables; order pickup and text alerts are available, and some diners flag add-on charges and inconsistent wait times.

Vegan menu

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Can't believe it's not meat · dine-in · 14 dishes

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1368 1/2 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–21:00
Tuesday
11:00–21:00
Wednesday
11:00–21:00
Thursday
11:00–21:00
Friday
11:00–19:00
Saturday
16:00–22:00
Sunday
11:00–21:00

the food

4.2 out of 5. Spinach Rating

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eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Basic understanding
protein
seitan, vegan burger, vegan chicken + 4 more
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