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Welcome to Soul Veg City

Soul Veg City is your go-to spot for plant-based soul food on Chicago’s South Side. Find us at 203 E 75th Street, open daily—11 AM to 6 PM on weekdays, and from 10 AM on weekends. We serve vegan and vegetarian Southern classics in a laid-back space filled with local art. Dine in, take out, or get delivery—it’s all easy. Stop by and enjoy real food made fresh, right in your neighborhood.

A New Era of Vegan Soul Food in Chatham

Fresh, healthy vegan soul food and American classics—made with care and served with pride. For over 40 years, Soul Veg City has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood, setting the standard for plant-based dining. We’ve reimagined our space with a brand-new deli, a convenient carryout counter, expanded menu options, a selfie wall, updated seating, and an inviting outdoor patio. Come experience the best in vegan soul food and classic comfort favorites.

A Plant-Based Paradise

There are thousands of edible plants in the world, and a great many of them are on the menu at Soul Veg City. We've been cooking exclusively with plants for 42 years – longer than any other restaurant in the Chicago area. In fact, our owners grew up eating nothing but plants, and have been preparing wonderful plant-based foods since they were children. For years, this place was know as Original Soul Vegetarian, but now to to lead Chicago into the future, we have become Soul Veg City.

Simple, Honest Food Made Fresh Every Day

At Soul Veg City, we serve fresh vegan meals made from scratch every day. Our menu includes hot sandwiches, soups, salads, and juices made to order. We use simple ingredients and bold flavors—no extras you don’t need. You can dine in, pick up, or order delivery—it’s quick and easy. Our portions are generous, our food is honest, and we keep things real. Just good plant-based soul food you can count on.

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Skip the third-party apps and order straight from us. It’s fast, simple, and saves you time. Just head to our website, choose your favorites, and place your order for pickup or delivery. You’ll get fresh, plant-based soul food made with care—no middleman, no extra steps. Support local and get your food the easy way.

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Real Food, Real Flavor

See what makes our food stand out. Our gallery features real dishes made fresh in our kitchen every day—simple, bold, and 100% vegan. No filters, just honest meals served with care.

Chicago’s Premier Plant-Based Catering Service

Soul Veg City's catering service has been preparing and serving wonderful vegan foods for thousands of events across Chicago and beyond for several decades. Now we are expanding our catering operation, thanks to a new state-of-the-art 2,500 sq ft commercial kitchen, so we can accommodate more and larger events. Our friendly and professional staff will ensure that your event will be a time to remember.

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More to Love: Visit Vegan Now 2 Go

Craving more plant-based options? Check out our sister spot, Vegan Now 2 Go. It’s fast, fresh, and fully vegan—perfect for when you need a quick, no-fuss meal on the go. Same commitment to real ingredients and bold flavors, served up with convenience in mind. Explore the menu and order online at vegannow2go.com.

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What our guests are saying

Soul Veg City is a wholesome establishment and has quality delivery services. The cusines were neatly packaged and secure. The cusines have a soul food vibe and the ingredients are fresh. This is a recommended spot to try for vegetarian and vegan communities as well as those looking to try something new.

Antwuan M.

First time here & the workers was welcoming and nice! Food is great! Smoothies fye ! I got the citrus detox one , very refreshing. Definitely highly recommend if you want some healthy vegan and soul food options!

Tay T.

I got the combo at an event and it was SOOO GOOD. The food was so flavorful and delicious. The mac and cheese is definitely a favorite of all the vegan macs i’ve tried. The greens were tasty. The ribs were great. Can’t wait to try more from their menu!