Vegan-friendly
Ovo
Chinese
Asian
Asian vegetarian restaurant est. 2020 the inner court of Chinatown Square Plaza, on the northwest corner of South Wentworth Avenue and South Archer Avenue in Chicago. Menu is mostly vegan, offering dumplings, soup, salads, noodles and rice dishes. Serves juices and desserts. Open Mon 11:30am-9:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:30am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10:00pm, Sun 11:30am-9:00pm.
88 Reviews
First Review by lilbungirl
RyanMajka
Points +48
Amazing - Edit
I bought a whole bunch because I was super hungry and then took it on the train back to the hotel about 30 minutes after ordering.
Read moreI got the salt and pepper shitake mushroom
The mongolian soy beef
Taiwan noodle
Orange tofu
Fried oyster mushroom
And even while mostly cold and being trekked across Chicago, the food is the best we've had in Chicago.
Gotta try it.
It also marks non-vegan options rather than the other way around, so much safer for allergen concerns.
Pros: Food is amazing even while cold, Service was fast and very polite., Definitely got my money's worth
Cons: There isn't one in Omaha , Not enough advertising for them, It wasn't packed like it deserves to be
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Theolodis
Points +544
good food - Edit
We really enjoyed our food here, even though it wasn't easy to choose, because at first sight it wasn't obvious what food is or isn't vegan.
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MichaelHaeuslmann
Points +118
Delicious, quick, fair - Edit
Lovely vegetarian hen in Chinatown. It's very obvious what isn't vegan (most things are), the food is simple and yet delicious and fairly priced. Will definitely come back to try more of the menu.
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FroadEatz
Points +1637
Big love for Veggie House - Edit
If you are in or near Chinatown don't miss out on Veggie House!
Read moreWe got take away and ate it in Ping Tom Park. The orange tofu appetizer was so delicious. The tofu was crispy on the outside and pillowy soft on the inside. The pot stickers were crispy and had scrumptious filling. The Singapore noodles were tasty. I'm not sure what the mock crab meat and mock bbq pork were made out of. Maybe tofu? The sesame balls were really good too. The toasted sesame seeds were a nice touch.
We will definitely come here again next time we're in Chicago!
Pros: Delicious , Most items are vegan, Dishes containing dairy or egg are clearly labeled
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Richmonddoc
Points +128
Great veggie options! - Edit
Great variety, and lots of stuff I hadn’t seen in other restaurants!
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EricVeganMunich
Points +64
Really good and Large portions - Edit
Some vegan options available
Read morePros: Large portions, Some vegan options
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madeline.lock
Points +74
Pretty good! - Edit
I love Chinese food, so it’s great to have a place in Chinatown with lots and lots of options for us veggie folk.
Read moreI got the spicy dumplings and the Taiwan noodles. Both were good, dumplings were not super spicy but had good flavor. The noodles were yummy and I really liked the marinated tofu in them.
My only complaint is that the dumplings came out lukewarm. They still tasted good, but would’ve been much better if they were nice and hot. Overall, a good spot though and I will definitely try them again.
Pros: Lots of options, Good flavor
Cons: Lukewarm food, A little pricey for what it is
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Philhower
Points +288
Good food. Reasonable price - Edit
All vegetarian, mostly vegan restaurant in Chinatown. Everything can have tofu. We had curry vegetables and tofu which was wonderfully spiced and full of fresh veggies and tofu. Also had eggplant dish with tofu. That sauce was nice and the eggplant well cooked. Had frozen veggies in it which was a little turnoff. Up charge for brown rice.
Read moreService was quick and friendly.
Pros: All veggie so huge choices, Great sauces
Cons: Some frozen veggies in one dish.
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marta❄️
Points +102
Mongolian soy beef 5/5 - Edit
I’ve had Veggie House both dine in and take out. In both cases the food is fantastic (though I always ask for extra veggies!) The restaurant is small and nothing fancy, but always great 👍
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SPK32
Points +93
Food is good service a little slow - Edit
The food was really good but the food came out very randomly.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-16
Pros: Good food, Great options, Very accommodating
Cons: Food came out at different times and a little slow
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bridie81
Points +51
So good! - Edit
One of those meals where you can’t wait to be hungry again so you can eat your leftovers!
Read moreKids loved the wontons and fried tofu (spicy sauce on the side), adults loved all the spicy food (dumplings, tofu).
Can’t wait to go back
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gravelj2
Points +78
Can't wait to come back - Edit
Got takeout twice and thought it was just alright as a vegan option in the area. Then I stopped in one day this winter and learned that this place makes incredible food and I was completely mistaken! I can't wait to come back!
Read morePros: Food is delicious
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RocketGomez
Points +389
Tasty food, efficient service. - Edit
Note that Apple Maps will direct you to the back side of the restaurant. When we arrived we were confused and thought the restaurant was closed. You just need to go around to the other side of the building.
Read morePros: Good food, Good service
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Ashvegan02
Points +180
Great Food! - Edit
This place has amazing food. It was not expensive too.
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lalupitagomz
Points +584
Best place I've been to - Edit
I loved the Kung Pao Plant Based Chicken!!! It was really tasty and the texture and taste of the "chicken" was one of the best I've tried. I will definitely visit again when I return to Chinatown! I also ordered the Mapo Tofu; it was good as well, but not very spicy.
Read morePros: Just about anything can be made vegan, Nice environment, Great customer service
Cons: Gets busy in the later hours of the day
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LauVeggies
Points +272
Really nice food - Edit
Everything we ordered was delicious! (Mapo tofu could improve though, it didn't taste like mapo tofu haha), very nice portions and informal-comfortable ambience.
Read morePros: Lot of options, Very good flavour , Located in China Town
Cons: Staff has no idea about anything on the menu, Waitress hadn't tried anything from the menu
ShedCake
Sold on this. I'll be eating there tonight.
Read moreLauVeggies
You won't regret it!! 😁 have a wonton soup for me 🤭
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Piggy
Points +406
I've Never Tasted Chinese Food so Delectable - Edit
The Kung Pao Tofu is ✨️incredible✨️, the mixed veggies and string beans are filling and tasty, and in addition to those, nearly everything else on the menu is craveable. You've gotta try it!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-02
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VeganPauline
Points +59
Super fresh and delicious - Edit
Some of the menu items are unusual but delicious!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options!, Everything is served so fresh! , Very clean!
Cons: Nothing
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DavidDainko
Points +416
Simply Outstanding - Edit
5 stars just for the tofu alone. A billion stars for everything else. Wonderful, fabulous, marvelous, (insert synonym)
Read morePros: Everything, The entire menu , The most tender tofu you’ve ever had
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SarahIsAVegan
Points +86
Veggie Food in Chinatown! - Edit
Since going vegan, I really haven't had any Chinese food, so I was very pleased to find a dedicated vegetarian restaurant in Chinatown! The place is small, clean, and bright. They don't bring out hot tea (green tea, in this case) automatically, you do need to order it. I ordered the wonton soup, Mongolian Soy Beef, and Singapore Noodles (with BBQ "pork" and veggie "shrimp"). Everything was very tasty! The menu does, helpfully, tell you what items contain egg or dairy. I will definitely come back!
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AutumnG
Points +569
Go go go! - Edit
OMG! I have missed good take out since going vegan, and this place blew my mind! They had all the classic Chinese rake out dishes. Everything I got tasted exactly like what I remember prior to being vegan. I got sweet and sour chicken, vegan salt & pepper shrimp, wonton soup, and bean paste dessert rice balls. Everything was heavenly and wish I had stuff like this where I lived. I will definitely be back when I'm in the Chicago area again! Heck, I'd travel just for this food! I love that it's located in Chinatown too, which is a very cool area! The menu labeled what wasn't vegan/had egg & dairy.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Huge portions!, So tasty!
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AustinSimms
Points +726
My New Favorite Vegan Chinese Restaurant! - Edit
Out of 5 vegan-friendly dining spots, Veggie House was the vegan dining highlight of our trip! The vegan shrimp alone would have made our trip to Chicago worth it and I also loved the wonton soup, mushroom "chicken" sweet and sour dish, and the sesame rice dessert ball topped everything off. If you're looking for an authentic full-menu Chinese restaurant as a vegan or vegetarian, then this is the place to try. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Vegan shrimp!, Authentic
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trenityw
Points +1028
Good Comfort food - Edit
Best fried rice with shrimp and barbecue pork that I’ve ever had
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andyjng
Points +5987
Wonderful Vegan Chinese Spot - Edit
It is so wonderful to see another vegan friendly Chinese spot in the city.
Read moreTheir menu is a mix of vegetarian/vegan dishes that are served family style. Aside from the obvious culprits like dairy and eggs, you should be able to get a mix of vegan dishes if that is your desire. We checked with our server just to make sure.
We ordered a few dishes including their Spicy Dumplings, House Fried Rice, Kung Pao Tofu, and Mushroom Medley. Everything was super flavorful and not too salty, and came in massive portion sizes. My favorite dish was definitely the tofu but I love any dish that uses this amazing soy product.
I saw that they had sushi in the photos but we didn't see anything like that on the menu. They must have taken it off but if it ever returns, you bet I'll try to come back to try it once more.
Service was super attentive and we were taken care of very well. It also never got crowded even on a Sunday afternoon, which I attribute to folx not realizing how amazing and delicious going plant-based could be!
Pros: Excellent portion sizes for family style
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Tortuga
Points +43
Great Asian Alternative - Edit
Touch less menu provides many options for vegetarians and vegans alike. Highly recommend and looking forward to returning to enjoy the Hot Kimchee with Faux Seafood Noodle Soup on a cold winter's day.
Read morePros: Menu is clear and indicates which items non-vegan , Atmosphere is simple, warm and inviting, Upscale restaurant for going out
Cons: Little bit salty
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jadaruss
Points +2089
Very tasty - Edit
I loved the vegan orange chicken and I’m so happy that there’s a vegetarian restaurant in Chinatown. Will definitely keep coming back.
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RochanaChaturvedi
Points +52
Delicious vegan food in Chinatown - Edit
loved the taiwanese noodles and kung pao tofu. The place has a nice ambience, friendly polite staff.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
Cons: Wanton soup was bland
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