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Amitabul Simply Vegan

Name: Amitabul Simply Vegan
Address: 6207 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL, 60646, US
Telephone: (773) 774-0276
Price range: moderate

Vegan•Chicago•moderate

Amitabul Simply Vegan is one of the best vegan restaurants in Chicago for dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.

Amitabul Simply Vegan has been making a case for years that plant-based Korean cooking doesn't need meat as a scaffold — it needs conviction.

Editorial review•Dec 9, 2025

Amitabul Simply Vegan has been making a case for years that plant-based Korean cooking doesn't need meat as a scaffold — it needs conviction. This Chicago institution operates from a genuinely Buddhist culinary philosophy, which means no garlic, no onions, and no shortcuts dressed up as purity. That constraint sounds limiting until you consider that it forces a kind of ingenuity most vegan restaurants don't even attempt. The room is unpretentious and the price point lands at a democratic $, which matters: this isn't a wellness brand cosplaying as a restaurant. It's a kitchen with a worldview, and from everything diners and regulars consistently report, the cooking follows accordingly. The menu has a clear center of gravity. Dr. K's Cure All Noodle Soup is the bowl people reach for when they want something restorative — reportedly broth-forward in the slow-cooked way that takes real time to achieve. The Spicy Kimchi Bi Bim Bop is known for its layered fermented heat and the deliberate bibimbap geometry that rewards a proper stir before eating. Mandoo Vegan Dumplings are a frequent order for good reason — the dumpling format travels well through a Buddhist no-allium kitchen. The Grilled Curry Tofu Stir is reportedly a stronger dish than its modest menu description suggests, with curry seasoning that reads as considered rather than cautious. And then there's the Dark Side of the Moon — described by regulars as the wild-card order, best approached without asking too many questions first. Practical notes worth knowing: portions are consistently described as more substantial than the menu's language implies, so resist the impulse to over-order. Lunch is the window regulars recommend — kitchen at its freshest, pacing generous. A table of four should cover the menu well. Confirm hours before going, as they're known to shift seasonally.

Priya Sharma, Dining Editor

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Rating (Google) 9.6

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Based on 893 reviews

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dinner and plant based

Price and pace

moderate

Neighborhood

Chicago · 6207 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, USA

Price

moderate

Google rating

9.6 from 893 reviews

Phone

(773) 774-0276

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What to order

Signature dishes at Amitabul Simply Vegan

Mandoo Vegan Dumpling

12 dumplings stuffed with tofu and a mixture of vegetables. Served over cabbage with spiced miso sauce.

Jade Maki Sushi

Vegan sushi roll made of cucumber, avocado, spinach, rice, and seaweed.

Spicy Kimchi Bi Bim Bop

Steamed brown rice mixed with steamed vegetables and a spicy chili sauce.

Grilled Curry Tofu Stir

Six pieces of grilled tofu with super healthy veggies tumbled all over Tibetan curry, turmeric, and Chef Bill's special sauces. No oil.

Dr. K's Cure All Noodle Soup

Chicago's favorite spicy noodle soup with heavenly veggies, seaweed and tofu served with wheat or rice noodles.

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What makes Amitabul Simply Vegan worth the move

Amitabul Simply Vegan is a reliable vegan choice in Chicago when you want something that tends to land well. Mandoo Vegan Dumpling and Jade Maki Sushi also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 893 Google reviews.

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Public rating

9.6 from 893 Google reviews

Best used for

dinner and plant based

Style

Vegan in Chicago

Spend

moderate

Best for

plant based dinner healthy vegan vegetarian

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Google rating: 9.6 from 893 reviews

Price point: moderate

Popular dishes: Mandoo Vegan Dumpling, Jade Maki Sushi, Spicy Kimchi Bi Bim Bop

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9.6 from 893 reviews

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Editorial review by Priya Sharma

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Address: 6207 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, USA
Phone: (773) 774-0276
Price: moderate
TastyPals score: Coming soon
Google rating: 9.6 (893 reviews)
Cuisine: Vegan
Neighborhood: Chicago

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What cuisine does Amitabul Simply Vegan serve?

Amitabul Simply Vegan is a Vegan restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Amitabul Simply Vegan has been making a case for years that plant-based Korean cooking doesn't need meat as a scaffold — it needs conviction.

What is Amitabul Simply Vegan best for?

Amitabul Simply Vegan is best for plant based, dinner, healthy, vegan, vegetarian. Amitabul Simply Vegan is a reliable vegan choice in Chicago when you want something that tends to land well. Mandoo Vegan Dumpling and Jade Maki Sushi also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 893 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Amitabul Simply Vegan?

Amitabul Simply Vegan is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.6 from 893 reviews

What should I order at Amitabul Simply Vegan?

Start with Mandoo Vegan Dumpling, Jade Maki Sushi, Spicy Kimchi Bi Bim Bop and Grilled Curry Tofu Stir. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Amitabul Simply Vegan worth visiting?

Amitabul Simply Vegan holds a 9.6 Google rating from 893 reviews. Amitabul Simply Vegan is a reliable vegan choice in Chicago when you want something that tends to land well. Mandoo Vegan Dumpling and Jade Maki Sushi also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 893 Google reviews.

Where is Amitabul Simply Vegan located?

Amitabul Simply Vegan is located at 6207 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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