The Chicago Diner Menu with Prices 2026

GYROS

Pita bread, sliced seitan, onion, tomato, lettuce, and tzatziki.

Pita bread, sliced seitan, onion, tomato, lettuce, and tzatziki.

BUFFALO WINGS

Breaded seitan strips tossed in our special recipe Buffalo sauce served with ranch, and celery.

Breaded seitan strips tossed in our special recipe Buffalo sauce served with ranch, and celery.

THE RADICAL REUBEN️

Corned beef seitan, onions, peppers, sauerkraut, vegan or dairy cheese, Thousand Island, on marbled rye.

Corned beef seitan, onions, peppers, sauerkraut, vegan or dairy cheese, Thousand Island, on marbled rye.

LARGE SHAKE

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patien

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patience.

THAI CHILI WINGS

Spicy chili-lime marinade, Sriracha-ranch, and sesame seeds.

Spicy chili-lime marinade, Sriracha-ranch, and sesame seeds.

SPICY CRISPY CHICKEN

Spicy breaded chicken-style seitan, ranch, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, on a wheat bun.

Spicy breaded chicken-style seitan, ranch, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, on a wheat bun.

SMALL SHAKE

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patien

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patience.

CAESAR WRAP

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, house made croutons & your choice of wings, spicy chicken or crispy chicken, wrapped in

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, house made croutons & your choice of wings, spicy chicken or crispy chicken, wrapped in a flour tortilla. Served with your choice of side & a pickle spear.

CUBAN SANDWICH

Grilled marinated seitan, fried yucca root chips*, peperoncini, melted cheese, mayo, and mustard on crunchy ciabatta bre

Grilled marinated seitan, fried yucca root chips*, peperoncini, melted cheese, mayo, and mustard on crunchy ciabatta bread.

CAESAR SALAD

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, artichoke hearts, sundried tomato, croutons, choice of spicy or crispy chicken-style sei

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, artichoke hearts, sundried tomato, croutons, choice of spicy or crispy chicken-style seitan, or grilled tempeh strips. GF option avail.

BBQ WINGS

Breaded seitan strips tossed in a sweet and savory BBQ sauce served with ranch, and celery.

Breaded seitan strips tossed in a sweet and savory BBQ sauce served with ranch, and celery.

S.U.V. (STRAIGHT UP VEGGIE)

Toasted whole grain bread with melted vegan or dairy cheese, avocado, sprouts, tomato, onion, lettuce, and Creole mustar

Toasted whole grain bread with melted vegan or dairy cheese, avocado, sprouts, tomato, onion, lettuce, and Creole mustard. GF option avail.

THE RADICAL REUBEN️ (Burgers & Sandwiches)

Corned beef seitan, onions, peppers, sauerkraut, vegan or dairy cheese, Thousand Island, on marbled rye.

Corned beef seitan, onions, peppers, sauerkraut, vegan or dairy cheese, Thousand Island, on marbled rye.

CAESAR WRAP (Burgers & Sandwiches)

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, house made croutons & your choice of wings, spicy chicken or crispy chicken, wrapped in

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, house made croutons & your choice of wings, spicy chicken or crispy chicken, wrapped in a flour tortilla. Served with your choice of side & a pickle spear.

GYROS (Burgers & Sandwiches)

Pita bread, sliced seitan, onion, tomato, lettuce, and tzatziki.

Pita bread, sliced seitan, onion, tomato, lettuce, and tzatziki.

SPICY CRISPY CHICKEN (Burgers & Sandwiches)

Spicy breaded chicken-style seitan, ranch, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, on a wheat bun.

Spicy breaded chicken-style seitan, ranch, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, on a wheat bun.

CUBAN SANDWICH (Burgers & Sandwiches)

Grilled marinated seitan, fried yucca root chips*, peperoncini, melted cheese, mayo, and mustard on crunchy ciabatta bre

Grilled marinated seitan, fried yucca root chips*, peperoncini, melted cheese, mayo, and mustard on crunchy ciabatta bread.

THE ORIGINAL DAGWOOD SANDWICH

An oldie but goodie, our Original Dagwood is back! A hoagie roll stuffed with corned beef-, Italian beef-, and bacon-sty

An oldie but goodie, our Original Dagwood is back! A hoagie roll stuffed with corned beef-, Italian beef-, and bacon-style seitans topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, pepperoncini, Dagwood sauce, and choice of cheese. Served with a pickle and your choice of side.

CAJUN BLACK BEAN BURGER

Black bean patty, sautéed onion, mushroom, spinach, tomato, fried jalapeño, Teese® cheddar, and Creole mustard.

Black bean patty, sautéed onion, mushroom, spinach, tomato, fried jalapeño, Teese® cheddar, and Creole mustard.

PORTABELLO TRUFFLE MELT

Marinated mushrooms, arugula, tomato, onion, white truffle aioli, and Teese® mozzarella, on ciabatta. GF option avail.

Marinated mushrooms, arugula, tomato, onion, white truffle aioli, and Teese® mozzarella, on ciabatta. GF option avail.

BUDDHA'S KARMA BURGER

Curried sweet potato-tofu patty, grilled pineapple, sprouts, onion, and chimichurri sauce. GF option avail.

Curried sweet potato-tofu patty, grilled pineapple, sprouts, onion, and chimichurri sauce. GF option avail.

SMOKED TOFU CLUB

A double decker club with thinly sliced smoked tofu, seitan bacon, lettuce, tomato, and house-made vegan mayo. Served wi

A double decker club with thinly sliced smoked tofu, seitan bacon, lettuce, tomato, and house-made vegan mayo. Served with your choice of side and pickle.

S.U.V. (STRAIGHT UP VEGGIE) (Burgers & Sandwiches)

Toasted whole grain bread with melted vegan or dairy cheese, avocado, sprouts, tomato, onion, lettuce, and Creole mustar

Toasted whole grain bread with melted vegan or dairy cheese, avocado, sprouts, tomato, onion, lettuce, and Creole mustard. GF option avail.

THAI CHILI WINGS (Appetizers)

Spicy chili-lime marinade, Sriracha-ranch, and sesame seeds.

Spicy chili-lime marinade, Sriracha-ranch, and sesame seeds.

BUFFALO WINGS (Appetizers)

Breaded seitan strips tossed in our special recipe Buffalo sauce served with ranch, and celery.

Breaded seitan strips tossed in our special recipe Buffalo sauce served with ranch, and celery.

SPICY CHICKEN QUESADILLAS

Extra large flour tortilla stuffed with our spicy crispy chicken-style seitan, sautéed onions & bell peppers and vegan o

Extra large flour tortilla stuffed with our spicy crispy chicken-style seitan, sautéed onions & bell peppers and vegan or dairy cheese. Served with salsa fresca & sour cream.

NACHOS

Seitan chorizo, black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeño, guacamole, vegan sour cream, Teese® nacho, chips*, and salsa. GF o

Seitan chorizo, black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeño, guacamole, vegan sour cream, Teese® nacho, chips*, and salsa. GF option avail.

BBQ WINGS (Appetizers)

Breaded seitan strips tossed in a sweet and savory BBQ sauce served with ranch, and celery.

Breaded seitan strips tossed in a sweet and savory BBQ sauce served with ranch, and celery.

ONION RINGS

LARGE WAFFLE FRIES

POUTINE

Hand-cut fries*, Teese® creamy cheddar, gravy, and green onions.

Hand-cut fries*, Teese® creamy cheddar, gravy, and green onions.

CHANA MASALA LETTUCE WRAPS

Boston lettuce filled with curried garbanzos and kale, topped with jicama. GF

Boston lettuce filled with curried garbanzos and kale, topped with jicama. GF

SMALL WAFFLE FRIES

LARGE SWEET POTATO FRIES

CHIPS* and GUACAMOLE

House-made salsa cruda, guacamole, and tortilla chips*.

House-made salsa cruda, guacamole, and tortilla chips*.

LARGE HAND CUT FRIES

SMALL HAND CUT FRIES

SMALL SWEET POTATO FRIES

SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP

Everyone’s favorite party food! Our creamy, spinach artichoke dip is served with toasted ciabatta crostini. GF option av

Everyone’s favorite party food! Our creamy, spinach artichoke dip is served with toasted ciabatta crostini. GF option avail.

JALAPENO FRITTERS

8 house-made JalapeñoCorn Fritters served with Creole Mustard dipping sauce. GF

8 house-made JalapeñoCorn Fritters served with Creole Mustard dipping sauce. GF

COUNTRY FRIED STEAK

Battered seitan filet, country gravy, mashed potato, and sautéed veggies.

Battered seitan filet, country gravy, mashed potato, and sautéed veggies.

THE SOUL BOWL

Grilled tempeh strips or blackened or scrambled tofu, quinoa, flashed greens, mashed sweet potato, black beans, chimichu

Grilled tempeh strips or blackened or scrambled tofu, quinoa, flashed greens, mashed sweet potato, black beans, chimichurri. GF

ORANGE CHICKEN STIR-FRY

Breaded chicken-style seitan, broccoli, carrots, and orange sauce over steamy jasmine rice, garnished with sesame seeds

Breaded chicken-style seitan, broccoli, carrots, and orange sauce over steamy jasmine rice, garnished with sesame seeds.

PIEROGI QUIESADILLA

Sauerkraut, mashed potato, green onion, Daiya® cheddar, mushroom, tomato basil tortilla, and dill sour cream.

Sauerkraut, mashed potato, green onion, Daiya® cheddar, mushroom, tomato basil tortilla, and dill sour cream.

AVOCADO TOSTADAS

Black beans, quinoa, onion, bell pepper, lettuce, tomato, and avocado on a corn tortilla. Served with chimichurri. GF

Black beans, quinoa, onion, bell pepper, lettuce, tomato, and avocado on a corn tortilla. Served with chimichurri. GF

THAI BASIL STIR FRY

Tofu or tempeh, brown rice, veggie mix, in a spicy Thai garlic sauce with fresh basil, garnished with sesame seeds (can

Tofu or tempeh, brown rice, veggie mix, in a spicy Thai garlic sauce with fresh basil, garnished with sesame seeds (can be made mild by request). GF

QUINOA CHILI BOWL

Spicy vegetable bean chili with cumin, chipotle peppers, and quinoa, with jalapeño corn fritters*. GF

Spicy vegetable bean chili with cumin, chipotle peppers, and quinoa, with jalapeño corn fritters*. GF

TRUFFLE MUSHROOM LENTIL LOAF

A soul-warming blend of mushroom and lentil casserole topped with a white truffle mushroom sauce. Served with sautéed ve

A soul-warming blend of mushroom and lentil casserole topped with a white truffle mushroom sauce. Served with sautéed vegetables and roasted potatoes. GF

SCRAMBLED TOFU DELUXE

House recipe scrambled tofu, sautéed cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, and kale. Served with seasoned quinoa. GF

House recipe scrambled tofu, sautéed cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, and kale. Served with seasoned quinoa. GF

LARGE SHAKE (Shakes)

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patien

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patience.

SMALL SHAKE (Shakes)

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patien

Best Vegan Nosh Winner, Chicago Reader. All shakes are scooped by hand and blended to order. Thank you for your patience.

CAESAR SALAD (Soup & Salads)

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, artichoke hearts, sundried tomato, croutons, choice of spicy or crispy chicken-style sei

Romaine tossed in vegan Caesar, artichoke hearts, sundried tomato, croutons, choice of spicy or crispy chicken-style seitan, or grilled tempeh strips. GF option avail.

CHICKEN RANCH SALAD

BBQ or Buffalo-style seitan, ranch tossed salad mix, tomato, onion, bell pepper, and cucumber. GF option avail.

BBQ or Buffalo-style seitan, ranch tossed salad mix, tomato, onion, bell pepper, and cucumber. GF option avail.

TACO SALAD

Southwest dressed salad mix, tomato, onion, corn, black beans, cheese, jalapeño, chorizo-style seitan, tortilla chips*,

Southwest dressed salad mix, tomato, onion, corn, black beans, cheese, jalapeño, chorizo-style seitan, tortilla chips*, avocado, & vegan sour cream. GF option avail.

QUINOA CHILI BOWL (Soup & Salads)

Served with two jalapeño corn fritters*. GF

Served with two jalapeño corn fritters*. GF

QUINOA CHILI CUP

Our cup of chili is topped with one jalapeño corn fritter*.

Our cup of chili is topped with one jalapeño corn fritter*.

SOUP OF THE DAY – Bowl

SOUP OF THE DAY – Cup

GF GRILLED ASPARAGUS SALAD

Serrano vinaigrette tossed with mesclun mix, grape tomatoes, red onions, red bell peppers, garbanzos, grilled asparagus,

Serrano vinaigrette tossed with mesclun mix, grape tomatoes, red onions, red bell peppers, garbanzos, grilled asparagus, & seedless cucumbers. GF

GARDEN SALAD

Salad mix, tomato, sprouts, beets, cucumber, and choice of dressing. GF

Salad mix, tomato, sprouts, beets, cucumber, and choice of dressing. GF

DONNIE'S PEANUT BUTTER PUCK

Peanut butter cookie cup stuffed with creamy peanut butter and filled with ganache.

Peanut butter cookie cup stuffed with creamy peanut butter and filled with ganache.

2 CINNAMON ROLLS

NOW available all day! Our cinnamon rolls are served a la carte. House-made with frosted swirl topping.

NOW available all day! Our cinnamon rolls are served a la carte. House-made with frosted swirl topping.

GF VANILLA CHAI CHEESECAKE

Creamy vanilla cheesecake flavored with Rishi® Masala Chai adding warmth of ginger, cardamom & cloves, in a traditional

Creamy vanilla cheesecake flavored with Rishi® Masala Chai adding warmth of ginger, cardamom & cloves, in a traditional granola crust.

1 CINNAMON ROLL

NOW available all day! Our cinnamon rolls are served a la carte. House-made with frosted swirl topping.

NOW available all day! Our cinnamon rolls are served a la carte. House-made with frosted swirl topping.

BANANA SPLIT

Fresh banana hugs three scoops of ice creams including vanilla, chocolate, and cookie dough. We then top it with chocola

Fresh banana hugs three scoops of ice creams including vanilla, chocolate, and cookie dough. We then top it with chocolate ganache, chocolate chips, whipped topping, and Luxardo® brand cherries.

1 Scoop Cookie Dough Ice Cream

1 Scoop Vanilla Ice Cream

CARROT CAKE

Cinnamon layer cake with raisins, walnuts, and vegan cream cheese frosting.

Cinnamon layer cake with raisins, walnuts, and vegan cream cheese frosting.

1 Scoop Chocolate Ice Cream

GF TRUFFLE MUSHROOM LENTIL LOAF

A soul-warming blend of mushroom and lentil casserole topped with a white truffle mushroom sauce. Served with sautéed ve

A soul-warming blend of mushroom and lentil casserole topped with a white truffle mushroom sauce. Served with sautéed vegetables and roasted potatoes.

GF BUDDHA'S KARMA BURGER

Curried sweet potato-tofu burger with a gluten-free bun with chimichurri sauce, grilled pineapple, sprouts, and sliced o

Curried sweet potato-tofu burger with a gluten-free bun with chimichurri sauce, grilled pineapple, sprouts, and sliced onion.

GF S.U.V. (STRAIGHT UP VEGGIE)

Toasted gluten-free bread with melted vegan or dairy cheese, avocado, sprouts, tomato, onion, lettuce, and Creole mustar

Toasted gluten-free bread with melted vegan or dairy cheese, avocado, sprouts, tomato, onion, lettuce, and Creole mustard.

GF THE SOUL BOWL

Grilled tempeh strips or blackened or scrambled tofu, seasoned quinoa, flashed greens, mashed sweet potato, black beans,

Grilled tempeh strips or blackened or scrambled tofu, seasoned quinoa, flashed greens, mashed sweet potato, black beans, chimichurri.

GF NACHOS*

Chips*, beans, tomato, onion, cheese, guacamole, jalapeño, sour cream, and salsa.

Chips*, beans, tomato, onion, cheese, guacamole, jalapeño, sour cream, and salsa.

GF PORTABELLA TRUFFLE MELT

Marinated mushrooms, arugula, tomato, onion, white truffle aioli, and Teese® vegan mozzarella on gluten free bread.

Marinated mushrooms, arugula, tomato, onion, white truffle aioli, and Teese® vegan mozzarella on gluten free bread.

GF SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP*

Everyone’s favorite party food! Our creamy, spinach artichoke dip is served with tortilla chips*.

Everyone’s favorite party food! Our creamy, spinach artichoke dip is served with tortilla chips*.

GF CAESAR SALAD

Caesar tossed romaine, grilled artichoke, sundried tomato, with grilled tempeh.

Caesar tossed romaine, grilled artichoke, sundried tomato, with grilled tempeh.

GF WAFFLE FRIES* LARGE

GF TACO SALAD*

Mixed greens tossed in Southwest spice dressing with tomato, onion, corn, black beans, cheese, jalapeño, avocado, sour c

Mixed greens tossed in Southwest spice dressing with tomato, onion, corn, black beans, cheese, jalapeño, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips*.

GF QUINOA CHILI BOWL

Spicy vegetable bean chili with cumin, chipotle peppers, and quinoa, with jalapeño corn fritters*.

Spicy vegetable bean chili with cumin, chipotle peppers, and quinoa, with jalapeño corn fritters*.

GF THAI BASIL STIR FRY

Tofu or tempeh, brown rice, veggie mix, in a spicy Thai garlic sauce with fresh basil, garnished with sesame seeds (can

Tofu or tempeh, brown rice, veggie mix, in a spicy Thai garlic sauce with fresh basil, garnished with sesame seeds (can be made mild by request).

GF VANILLA CHAI CHEESECAKE (Gluten Friendly)

Creamy vanilla cheesecake flavored with Rishi® Masala Chai adding warmth of ginger, cardamom & cloves, in a traditional

Creamy vanilla cheesecake flavored with Rishi® Masala Chai adding warmth of ginger, cardamom & cloves, in a traditional granola crust.

GF WAFFLE FRIES* SMALL

GF HAND CUT FRIES* LARGE

GF AVOCADO TOSTADAS

Black beans, quinoa, grilled onions and peppers, lettuce, tomato, and avocado slices on corn tortillas with chimichurri.

Black beans, quinoa, grilled onions and peppers, lettuce, tomato, and avocado slices on corn tortillas with chimichurri.

GF SCRAMBLED TOFU DELUXE

House recipe scrambled tofu, sautéed cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, and kale. Served with seasoned quinoa. GF

House recipe scrambled tofu, sautéed cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, and kale. Served with seasoned quinoa. GF

GF CHICKEN RANCH SALAD

BBQ or Buffalo tempeh, ranch tossed salad mix, tomato, onion, bell pepper, and cucumber.

BBQ or Buffalo tempeh, ranch tossed salad mix, tomato, onion, bell pepper, and cucumber.

GF GARLIC GINGER FLASHED GREENS

GF SAUTEED VEGETABLES

GF CHIPS* and GUACAMOLE

Corn tortilla chips with house recipe salsa fresca and fresh guacamole.

Corn tortilla chips with house recipe salsa fresca and fresh guacamole.

GF MASHED POTATO w/o gravy

GF SWEET POTATO FRIES* SMALL

GF CHIPS* and SALSA

GF GUACAMOLE 4oz

GF HAND CUT FRIES* SMALL

GF STEAMED VEGETABLES

GF GUACAMOLE 2oz

GF JALAPENO CORN FRITTER*

Gf jalapeno corn fritter item is made in a shared fryer

Gf jalapeno corn fritter item is made in a shared fryer

GF QUINOA CHILI CUP

Spicy vegetable bean chili with cumin, chipotle peppers, and quinoa, with one jalapeño corn fritter*.

Spicy vegetable bean chili with cumin, chipotle peppers, and quinoa, with one jalapeño corn fritter*.

GF GARDEN SALAD

Salad mix, tomato, cucumber, sprouts, and beets.

Salad mix, tomato, cucumber, sprouts, and beets.

GF BREAD

GF YUCCA CHIPS*

GF BALSAMIC BRUSSELS SPROUTS

GF SWEET POTATO FRIES* LARGE

Mac 'n Teese Large

Mac 'n Teese Small

Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Mashed Potato and Gravy

Sautéed Vegetables

Tortilla Chips

Jalapeno Corn Fritters* GF

Side of Bread

Yucca Chips

Soft Tortilla

Garlic Ginger Flashed Greens

Steamed Vegetables

KIDS CHICKEN FINGERS

Crispy chicken-style seitan fingers & steamed green beans. Choice of BBQ or ranch dipping sauce!

Crispy chicken-style seitan fingers & steamed green beans. Choice of BBQ or ranch dipping sauce!

LARGE MAC 'N TEESE

KIDS QUESADILLA

Two corn tortillas with choice of vegan or dairy cheese. Served with steamed green beans an salsa fresca.

Two corn tortillas with choice of vegan or dairy cheese. Served with steamed green beans an salsa fresca.

SMALL MAC 'N TEESE

JUST COOKED

Steamed tofu cubes, brown rice, and steamed green beans.

Steamed tofu cubes, brown rice, and steamed green beans.

KIDS GRILLED CHEESE

Whole grain bread with choice of vegan or dairy cheese. Served with steamed green beans.

Whole grain bread with choice of vegan or dairy cheese. Served with steamed green beans.

ICE CREAM SUNDAE

LAVENDAR LEMONADE CRAFT SODA

ICED RISHI️ CHAI LATTE

Vegan.

Vegan.

GINGER ALE - BOYLAN BTLNG CO.

ICED PEACH BLACK TEA - COLUMBIA ST. ROASTERY

ICED - COFFEE - COLUMBIA ST. ROASTERY

CREAM SODA - BOYLAN BTLNG CO.

LEMONADE

BLACK CHERRY SODA - BOYLAN BTLNG CO.

COLA - BOYLAN BTLNG CO.

ORANGE JUICE

Diet Coke

LA CROIX️ SPARKLING WATER

COFFEE - COLUMBIA ST. ROASTERY

RISHI️ CHAI LATTE

Vegan.

Vegan.

HOT TEA