Kale My Name

This is one of our favorite restaurants in this city! We usually order to-go about once/week. The food is very good and fresh - our go tos are the cauliflower wings with buffalo, fried mushroom oysters, guacamole, and taco salad with avocado. We unfortunately aren’t able to go and sit down to eat, but whenever we go pick up, all of the staff is super friendly. Also really appreciate the owner’s activism and integrity. Will continue to go back!!

• We were not greeted when we entered nor were we told that we had to seat ourselves. • The waiter did not automatically introduce himself or attempt to take our order until he was asked. • The food took about 30 minutes to come out; though I can allow some grace because there was a large table in front of us (the only order in front of us). • The waffles are so thick, flavorless, and heavy/dense that they are unenjoyable. My sister equated the flavor to dish soap. However, in my personal experience they tasted healthy (which isn’t a problem but they taste like nothing). They are not worth the calories. • The cauliflower wings were also flavorless. They were fried to my liking though. • My mother said the wrap she had “was not worth the calories.” It was lacking something; perhaps it was flavor or sauce. • We didn’t even finish our food before we left. A waste of money! I would not even feed this food to my dogs. *There is also NO parking!* This restaurant only gets two stars because the decor is nice.

This has become a we-have-to-go place when we are in town. The fried mac and cheese balls with ranch dressing are a stand out! Everything is so delicious. The service is excellent and friendly. A very relaxing vibe.

I’ve been mostly for takeout after work. The food is very filling, and their burger is very satisfying (especially as a skeptical non-vegan). Smoothies have been divine. Visited for Northside restaurant week, and they’ve always delivered the goods!

Every time I come here, the food and service is amazing. The servers make sure to check on you often and the food is delicious and fair prices with large portions. Highly recommend eating here for any occasion.

This place is a hidden gem! Every dish we tried was fresh and full of flavor. The lentil soup was comforting and well-seasoned, the Ajvar with pita had a lovely smoky richness, and the Chicago burger was delicious. All around, a great meal with thoughtful preparation and quality ingredients.

First off let me just say the FOOD IS INCREDIBLE and the vibes are always right whenever I come here! The owner Nemanja is so sweet and welcoming. The servers are very attentive as well! Me and my boyfriend will be back !

I was here back in June 2023 for an event, the staff was so nice and welcoming. I am a meat eater but honestly thought everything we ordered and ate was delicious. Would 100% recommend

This was my second visit, parking was available both times though we got lucky this time. I'm not from Chicago but I've been surprised how quiet this area has been both times. Food was excellent. I got the Italian seitan wrap with fries and garlic kale. The wrap was delicious. Good flavor, satisfying mouth feel. The fries are pretty solid. Kale is quite garlicky, probably a bit strong for most people.

Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing but I wasn't feeling this place at all. I got the brunch burger, which in retrospect, sounds weird as hell, but I was hungry and thought I might as well try it -- like, they wouldn't have it on the menu if it was bad, right? I should have gone with my intuition; it was weird as hell. Just a straight up hodgepodge. Plus the potatos it came with were greasy and soft and tbh I could tell by the color of them that they weren't going to be good. My friend got the scramble which she also didn't like. The vibe of the space is okay, not really bad, good or coherent. Worst thing of all to me was the prices -- I really didn't like what I ordered so paying a whopping $20 for the dish really stung. The service was friendly, but I wouldn't go back.

I came here for the vegan afternoon tea and recommend it! For $35/person, you get organic hot tea, oat milk, monkfruit sweetener, lemon, avocado toast, ajvar and pita, drink (you can pick between smoothies, mocktails, cocktails, kombucha, lemonades, wine or beer) and tea party chocolate toast. They even give you a small trunk of afternoon tea hats that you can use for free during the experience! You have a limit of 2 hours, and reservations are required. The service was excellent, and our server was really attentive.

Looking for nutritious yet tasty food, check out this vegan place in Chicago's Albany Park neighborhood. Kale My Name has a range a flavorful and filling items like - Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower wings - Award-winning lentil soup - Fried oyster mushroom veggie wrap with french fries Plenty of seating and friendly service. Perfect place to catch up with a friend and you don't feel rushed.

This place has been on my list of vegan restaurants to try for months! I finally made the visit and ordered the Italian seitan wrap with fries and a side of chipotle sauce (not pictured). It was fulfilling! I recommend adding the chipotle sauce onto the wrap for a flavor taste. The sauce with the fries were good a well. Nice spot to work from home, if possible.

Located on the north side, I came here to celebrate my 30th birthday with a high tea celebration! It was a great experience. Even though there were a couple of snafus with the reservation, they still accommodated my party and allowed us to do the tea package. The tea was good, and since all the rest of my party are meat eaters, they were still able to enjoy some of the vegan foods. Everyone loved the avocado toast. I even got to meet the owner, who happened to be wearing purple, and he made sure I got a picture with him before we left. The service was a little slow, and we had to remind our waiter that we wanted to add additional food outside of the tea package. Street parking was available, which was great and didn't take long for me to park. The tea package comes with tea, an additional complementary beverage of your choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), avocado toast, red roasted pepper hummus, and a sweet Nutella strawberry banana toast. The atmosphere is versatile--you could come dressy for a brunch with friends or super casual. The TVs displayed videos of the owner talking vegan shop with another vegan food influencer.

Finally, a vegetarian spot not only that it's actually delicious. I got the season wrap, which was pretty good, but I think the fries stole the show. Service was nice and fast. And the ambience was very modern. Can't wait to go again.

The menu is expansive, the place is comfortable, and the service is great. But I think I ordered poorly. I ordered their tofu scramble ($19), which ordinarily comes with rosemary potatoes and toast. They were out of potatoes, so they replaced them with black beans. The scramble was poorly seasoned, lacking salt and any sort of real flavour, and the black beans were almost entirely unseasoned. This was a real let-down. Again, maybe I ordered poorly, and this dish really needs a makeover, but the food was really flavourless.

Great vegan food! We split cauliflower wings - we asked for two diff sauces but didn't realize it wasn't going to tossed in the sauces. I think it would have been better if so, maybe bc we asked for two they didn't toss? Not sure. The wings itself were really great. I had the "chicken" sandwich. It was great! I got the garlic kale on the side but it was way too garlicly. My husband got the veggie burger but it was a little soft. Oyster mushroom wrap was great! Would go back esp if you have someone that is vegan or doesn't eat meat!

Nachos so good. Fries so good. Service so good. You should eat here if you like fries and/or nachos.

We have been wanting to get to Kale My Name for a while and finally made it in on a Sunday afternoon. We lucked out with a nearby parking space on the side street which was also free. The staff at the restaurant were friendly and efficient. The dining room is colorful with green, brown, peacock blue, and purple elements. We decided to try a few appetizers. We ordered the Buffalo cauliflower bits, the empanadas and the ajvar and pita. We enjoyed all of it but if I went back I'd definitely order the empanadas. The potato filling was delicious and the outside was fried up nicely. It also came with a creamy dip on the side. The waiter was a bit too efficient and assumed we didn't want anything else so he brought us the bill. I was thinking about getting a slice of the vegan cheesecake or pie but decided perhaps it was a sign that I should skip dessert. So we did. If we are in the area we'd stop in again.

I don't mind being vegan I stop by For dinner Menu is excellent I try buffalo coliflower Was really good comes with home-made ranch dressing some kale and carrots Cider beer And greek salad adding fry oyster mushrooms Sooo good Huge portion, so I got leftovers Service was good I be back for more kale

Ordered delivery today (chicken sammie for me, salad for the missus) and holy forking shirtballs! This place is aaaahhhmazing. Kale My Name, you have earned a raving fan.

Finally got to try this place during my visit home to Chicago. It's been on my list since I heard the LA one closed and I never got to try it there. To start, parking is fairly easy on a side street. My friend has a soy allergy so I was glad to see that they had many soy free options on the menu as well. I ended up getting the taco sampler and my friend got the veggie burger. We both enjoyed our food for the most part. I only wish there was a bit more seasoning in the food which I think would've kicked up the flavor a bit but otherwise it was good. Service was friendly and it wasn't too crowded on a Sunday afternoon. I definitely plan to come back next time I'm in town.

I brought my mom here for the first time on Mother's Day. She saw the name and thought we were eating salads ha ha ha to her surprise we had an amazing meal. All of the food was absolutely delicious. I wish I had taken more pictures of everything. I even ordered three sandwiches to go as I had a road trip the following day. I wish I had taken pictures of those things, but my son and I enjoyed.

A friend of mine said he really liked the food here, so we came by. The interior is very cute and we were greeted and seated right away. My friend said the last time he got the oyster mushroom sandwich and it was too salty but he wanted to try it again without salt. I ordered the lentil soup and cauliflower wings. When he ordered he said "I'll get the oyster mushroom..." and paused a sec looking for the word (English is not his first language). The server asked "wrap?" and he corrected her and said "burger." She repeated it and left. I got my soup, which was good, and shortly after I I finished, the cauliflower wings arrived. His food did not arrive until mine was nearly finished. When it finally did, it was the oyster mushroom wrap. We flagged down the server and thought she would take it back and they would pop it on to some bread and call it a day. It does appear they remade it from scratch, which was nice, but it took 10 or 15 minutes before it got there. I had long since finished. He thought it was OK. The wings were tasty, but I think they may have been overcooked as they fell apart when you tried to pick them up with a fork. They were also drowning in sauce, so the combo made them pretty mushy. I pulled them out onto my plate to keep them from getting soggier. I would try them again but I would get the sauce on the side. It's a little expensive for what it is (more than Chicago diner or Handlebar, which are both definitely more consistent), but I'd go back since there are a few things I want to try yet. A lot of people seem to like this place so I must be getting the wrong things. Though one could argue that everything on the menu should be the right thing.

The customer service was great. I had the potato empanadas. They were amazing. There was a nice flakiness to the empanada. The Mac and cheese balls are amazing. This was my fist time trying vegan macaroni. I would definitely get that again. My main entree was a jackfruit wrap. I didn't like it. I am not a big fan of jackfruit. But I wanted to give the wrap a try. I probably should have went for the Italian seitan wrap. I wish that they had better French fries that were not shoestring. But if you are looking for a vegan option give this a try.

I haven't actually eaten here yet. I strolled by on a Saturday morning, hungry, interested in the menu. I walked in to a completely empty restaurant. Stood by the door for a minute or two, then walked around trying to find someone. I ended up waving to a man in the kitchen to say hello to let somebody know there was a customer, then sat down. I proceeded to sit for several more minutes, the kitchen man walked by me and then exited the restaurant. By then I was pretty certain there didn't seem to be any urgency to ensure I'd get service, so I walked out. Throughly bizarre experience. Real shame cause the place seems cute.

mushrooms... oyster mushroom wrap is one of the best things i've eaten in a long time!!!! wrap grilled to perfection, kale side seasoned to perfection.

My first time trying out plant-based vegan food. There are many food items on menu for you to taste. I ordered the cauliflower wings and waffles (waffles, savory fried cauliflower wings, served with margarine, maple syrup, and buffalo sauce on the side). Mac and cheese balls and lavender limeade. Generous portions of food and the prices are very reasonable. Amazing customer service and the food is not far behind. Exceptional and attentive staff. Nice energy. Nice playlist of music playing. Just in case you want to eat outside. There is a nice size patio in the back where you can eat and enjoy some fresh air. Cozy and relaxing chill place to come and enjoy some good vegan food. The CEO of Kale My Name was presented. He was so down to earth and well grounded. He took time out to go around each table to greet the customer. I even exactly was able to take a few pictures with him. Delicious food, top notch service and great vibes. Nice photo op of the bright colorful neon Kale My Name on the wall over the couch.

Vibe- chill. When I visited there were a lot of international people! Food- beyond burger was delicious. Couldn't tell apart from any of the three tacos. The sauce o on all three are the same Service- on time service. Fast.

Táquenos are good. Mini sliders are good. Oyster mushroom chicken wrap kinda bland but ok. Mac and cheese balls not great. My issue is with the service- I saw the server cleaning the silverware with his bare hand. Literally wiping the fork with his bare hand before wrapping it in the napkin. Not sure who needs to hear this but NEVER EVER wipe a fork with your bare, unwashed hand then give it a customer. That's so gross for so many reasons. The two servers also didn't acknowledge us for 10 mins but greeted the two tables that came in after us. I had to go up and ask for my silverware from my server. She said they were busy which is fine but the two tables that came in later got their silverware and waters first. Waters sat empty.

I really want to give this place another chance, because I think I just didn't enjoy the specific items that I ordered. I came with a few friends and we got: - Kale Taco Salad - Empanadas - Mac Balls I will probably come back and get a burger or one of the wraps lol. Maybe that will work better for me? If you're vegan, I definitely suggest checking out these restaurant. PARKING: lots of street parking available!

My brother recommended this restaurant knowing I have a-lot of diet restrictions and mainly eat vegan. First, the restaurant is fairly easy to find and street parking is ample. The restaurant is very cozy and would be a great place to hang out with friends over drinks and appetizers. I was quickly greeted by a friendly and high energy employee. Ordering is pretty easy as it is online menu accessible via QR code though I needed some help because I am click happy. I had a difficult time choosing because everything sounded so appetizing! So I finally settled on the greek fries and jackfruit tacos (see pics below). Well, I had couple of fries with their homemade aioli dipping sauce! Yummo! Then the tacos came out and devoured them as the seasoning was perfect and the jackfruit was moist and the texture fantastic! I did order couple of things to go to share with my brother! He agreed....sooooo good! Even though he ate later at night. Last thing, the cold press was extremely refreshing on a hot humid day. This is a must try gem!

10/10. amazing service, cute ambience, and the food..... wow the best vegan food i had in chicago love this place soooo much & can't wait to come back here

Kale My Name left me with mixed feelings. While I appreciate their dedication to vegan cuisine and the evident effort in crafting flavorful dishes, it just wasn't my personal taste. The variety on the menu is impressive, and the commitment to plant-based ingredients is commendable. The restaurant has a trendy vibe, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. It might not have been a perfect match for my palate, but for those embracing the vegan lifestyle or seeking a healthier dining option, Kale My Name is worth a try.

Delicious food!!! Super cute tea party was going on and everyone was dressed up. Great portion sizes and had more for later, the breakfast burrito was 10/10. Wide variety of foods to eat, definitely has something for everyone. Friendly and attentive staff as well.

Fabulous large, casual patio area is perfect for nice weather. Food is excellent. We ordered nachos before our burgers and we were full before the burgers came out.

We opted for a variety of apps and that was a great choice. Lots of food and lots of leftovers. It was all amazing. Seriously, fantastic food. And super quick service. We were kind of in between lunch and dinner time so the restaurant was super quiet. I would like to go back during a busier time to see what the feel of the place is like. Order the cauliflower wings you'll thank me.

I drove from far to come and visit this restaurant. I was very excited to try a new vegan hotspot in the city, so my friend & I made the drive last weekend. The ambience is super cute, there was ample parking nearby. Entered the restaurant, and we were told to sit anywhere. Waited around for a while until the waitress finally came to take her order. We have the cauliflower wings & jackfruit wrap. It was ok. I liked the wings but the wrap wasn't my fav. I think I need to go back to make a better overall judgment of the place.

The sauce on the breakfast burrito - AMAZING! Also loved the kale in the burrito. The portion wasn't too big, which was nice. The staff were very busy but did the best they could with what they had. I also enjoyed the dragonfruit smoothie I got. A fantastic place for vegans and non-vegans alike

The food was incredibly good, especially the Venezuelan appetizer that was similar to cheese sticks. I can't remember exactly what it was called. The service was really friendly. It was easy to park and get to.

I've had a problematic relationship with Kale My Name over the years. I wasn't that crazy about the food, which is kinda important in a restaurant. We vegans really want to support vegan establishments, but I'm not willing to pay good money for okay food. And there was the time I showed up at a lunch hour, wanting to order to-go food, and I was told they could only take an online order. Standing there in front of the staff wasn't sufficient. I left and went to another restaurant that was very happy to see me and take my order in person. But in the last year, a good friend moved to a condo about four blocks away from Kale My Name, and she became a big fan, even though she is not vegan. So much so that every time we get together for dinner, she wants to go to Kale My Name. I was very pleasantly surprised to find a marked change for the better in the quality of the food and service. Things have definitely improved. The buffalo wings are 100% delicious. The portion is designed for sharing. I've ordered it as my entree, and I couldn't finish it. The lentil soup is another goodie. There are many places, mostly Middle Eastern, that make good lentil soup, but they often use a chicken broth. The version here is plant-based and completely filling and warm. I really like it. The mac 'n' cheese balls are a guilty pleasure. Best to share them, because they are filling. I recently had them as an entree, and I could only eat two of the four. They reheated well in the toaster oven the next day. The empanadas are okay. The flavor is good, but they are dry. Best to dunk them in some kind of salsa or sauce. The Greek fries are good and perfect for sharing. The two sliders are okay. Not much flavor. It's great that all the sauces are vegan. Making them vegan does nothing to diminish the flavor. The ranch is particularly good. For desserts, the vegan cheesecake is excellent. And cakes from Pie Pie My Darling are available. In case you didn't know, Pie Pie My Darling makes killer cakes. You can't go wrong with one of those. And they only stock four restaurants in town, so it's almost worth a special trip here to get the cake of the month. The restaurant has a nice patio in back. The big advantage is that it is in back, and not along the street. You're not swallowing exhaust from the 78 Montrose bus while you're eating. Service is still spotty. You may have to wait a while to order your drinks, make your order, get your order, or get your check. Or maybe not. I think sometimes staffing is a little thin, so it's a good idea to plan for a relaxed pace. I wouldn't come here if I was in a hurry. You may have noticed I order a lot of appetizers. That's because portions are large, and I'm not a big fan of reheating. I still want to try the nachos, and maybe split a wrap with my friend. There is a limited but satisfying list of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Bottom line: I am perfectly okay when my friend (again) wants to go out of her way to eat at Kale My Name. (We saw a movie at the Century at Clark and Diversey, a place surrounded by restaurants, and she insisted we go way over to Montrose and Kedzie to Kale My Name).

Love this restaurant and always come here on my birthday. The food is amazing and fresh and the service is good. The restaurant floor and bathrooms are clean and I would definitely recommend the mocktails.

This place has some of the best vegan food ever. I specifically love the tequenos and the kale pamesan wrap. I think they have items on the menu that are actually meant to be vegan. However I do wish they had another location more south or more central to downtown because it's way to far from me to eat here regularly.

Kale My Name is my new favorite place!!!! I kept seeing so many good things on the menu then the Southern Super saved the day and had all the fixings I wanted! Garlic Kale was the perfect texture. Fried cauliflower wasn't heavily breaded. Mac & Cheese ball was probably the best out of the entire box. I wish there was more than one but next time I'm getting a full order. The fries were a bit over cooked and soggy by the time they got to me but I did delivery so I guess that's what happens. I tried about 5-6 different sauces because I'm a sauce girl and I'm officially addicted. The awesome sauce and garlic aioli were spot on. And did I mention they have so many gluten free & soy options!!!! Which is sometimes hard to find at these vegan spots. It's a win for everyone!!! I'm telling all my friends to travel to Chicago for this because it's worth it!

Always great food and service. I'm not vegan, my partner is, and we both really like eating here. I recommend the burger or their salads. I'm not a huge fan of vegan cheese but if you are I'd get the Mac balls.

There is nothing better than a veggie or vegan restaurant that makes you forget youre not even eating meat or any of the other bad stuff. Id passed by Kale My Name so many times and seen different events going on there and finally decided to stop and give them a try - LOVED IT!!! Ive had a chance to try the cauliflower buffalo wings, fried avocado tacos, greek fries, italian seitan wrap, and the homemade tinas veggie burger - everything delicious! The fried avocado tacos really surprised me. I love avocados and them being deep fried with the salsa was simply delish! The buffalo cauliflower wings were SO GOOD! Cauliflower can be ANYTHING! I was so skeptical about them, but they are breaded and fried and then tossed in buffalo sauce - PERFECTION!!!!! Besides that, they have good drinks, deserts and the service is super personable. There is plenty of street parking (paid and unpaid on the side streets, but watch for permit parking), so pull up and grab a bite!

Kale my name is a 100% plant based restaurant located in the Albany Park. They have a main menu which is available everyday, and a bunch menu available Friday-Sunday. The brunch menu is amazing. I got the jackfruit lox it comes on a everything bagel w/ cream cheese, tomato, red onion, jackfruit, kale and rosemary potatoes. The jackfruit lox was amazing! I also got the cauliflower wings with waffles. That's too was delicious. For my drink I got the piña con nada their non-alcoholic version of piña colada. I appreciate they have a mocktail and cocktail menu. The inside is pretty they have several tables, bar, and a section for tea parties. Their Kale My Name neon sign is great for photos. If you are looking for a great brunch spot this one is definitely going to be my go to.

I had high expectations for this place, considering all of the "best of" awards they've been dominated for. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. My first turn off is that they only have a QR code menu. I get it- it's more convenient for the restaurant, but to me it feels lazy. When I'm sitting down at a restaurant I don't want to be forced to scroll on my phone, it's much better experience to read a proper menu. Also makes it easier to view everything at once. It didn't help that the menu felt extremely all over the place, I didn't find the options to be that great. They felt random. Our waitress didn't help much either. She didn't have much to share in terms of recommendations We ordered the chips and guac to start. The chips were a bit stale and the guacamole was absolutely flavorless. Tasted like it was store bought. The buffalo cauliflower was pretty good! I ordered the cheese sticks which themselves were excellent. However, the sauce they came with did not match. Would have been better with some sort of red sauce. Overall everything was just okay. Nothing terrible and certainly nothing to write home about. I hope they can take time and really perfect their dishes, perhaps add a few more comfort entres.

I had their jackfruit burrito. It was about $15 and came with fries. It was good at first but definitely needs more flavor after eating half of it. It's very mushy. The fries were soggy so it wasn't very appetizing. Also got the empanadas. It's very crunchy which was interesting. It was good for vegan empanadas.

I was so excited to finally try Tabitha Brown's restaurant-- I was not disappointed! I've been such a fan of her vegan recipes online, I just knew this vegan spot would hit different. Flavor was there! Texture was scrumptious! I'm not vegan but I love eating vegan food here and there. My whole group loved what we got. I ordered the greek fries and the two sliders! Highly recommend. Also, huge portions... I was stuffed! Excited to try the LA location as well. Such a wonderful first experience!

I've never left a yelp review... never thought I would.. until I walked in kale my name. I'm not even vegan but sweet mother Mary Joseph those sliders absolute quality!! Then I had the Pina colada... I almost cried... one of if not the best I've ever had guys a magician back there with that blender went down like water! The vibes are great staff are chiller than a banana in the fridge. This place is electric! Can't add a photo because I ate it all maybe an update in the future.

10/10 Atmosphere ------------ Beautiful decor with great lighting! With the right publicity it could easily be a day party spot, Sunday funday bar, or a date night evening lounge! Food ------ 10/10 would recommend the vegan Empanads and Tequenos (AKA mozzarella sticks). Everything was fried goodness! The chicken and waffles were good but the chicken could use more seasoning. We weren't really a fan of the burger texture. The Greek fries were also just okay.

If you like fried subpar food this isn't a bad spot. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. I was disappointed because it was a birthday surprise to me and I expected something more elegant and better options for vegetarian/vegan lovers.

Came here with my vegan bestie on a Wednesday for lunch around 12pm. Only about 3 other groups were in the restaurant (but I didn't check on their patio) and the server was so welcoming and friendly. I am not a vegan, but love trying new things and supporting a more plant-based life. We had the tequenos and Buffalo cauliflower for apps. The tequenos tasted like real cheese to me - crisp on the outside and gooey cheese inside - very yummy! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and didn't have that heavy breading other places use. She ordered the Greek salad. The tofu on there looked delicious! I had the Italian seitan wrap with fries. The wrap had tons of flavor from thr mushrooms and sun dried tomatoes - i really enjoyed it. Overall theme - their portion sizes are huge. We had half our entrees and apps to take home fot leftovers, which I never complain about. Would definitely come back!

great food but called today to adjust an order that I had incorrectly placed online. I called 11 times no answer, you lost a customer. That is just so unacceptable as a business like come on

I got a burger and fries. They were quite good, but not exceptional. Solid food. The X Market is a cool location too.

I want to thank the manager Nemanja, for helping to resolve the issue for me pertaining to my previous order. He made things better. And I do enjoy the food at this restaurant.