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Spirit Elephant, Winnetka, IL

Spirit Elephant

4.8
4.8
1628 Reviews
$30 and under
Vegan

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00 pm
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Vegan, Cocktail Bar, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00–15:00 Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Spirit Elephant offers both catering and event services. Our beautiful venue is the perfect backdrop for your very special occasion--and our events team is dedicated to ensuring it all runs smoothly and seamlessly so that you and your guests can relax and have a wonderful and memorable experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Spirit Elephant offers both catering and event services. Our beautiful venue is the perfect backdrop for your very special occasion--and our events team is dedicated to ensuring it all runs smoothly and seamlessly so that you and your guests can relax and have a wonderful and memorable experience.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Winnetka
  • Cross Street
    Tower Rd and Gage St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Hubbard Woods Train Station off the Metra Union Pacific North line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dominick Thompson Book Signing

    USD 75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    7 May 2025 only
    5:30 pm
    We are so excited to announce another wonderful cookbook launch event! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring author, Dominick Thompson, whose path in life and the plant-based space are nothing short of incredible. It will be an evening of delicious food and engaging conversation as he shares his inspiring story and discusses his cookbook, Eat What Elephants Eat (your ticket includes a copy of his book). Enjoy mingling, a buffet featuring Spirit Elephant's delicious offerings, as well as one of Dominick's signature recipes, along with light beverages. The evening will be capped off with an inspiring speech from Dominick, followed by the opportunity to have your copy of Eat What Elephants Eat personally signed. Dominick Thompson is a prominent advocate in the ethical vegan and No-Meat Athlete movements. An Ironman triathlete and social entrepreneur, Dom reentered the workforce after his imprisonment and went on to compete in endurance races, including marathons, triathlons, and ultra-races. He eventually became an executive at a leading healthcare company, where he saved enough to launch Eat What Elephants Eat, an online nutrition and wellness program that offers subscribers a personalized, plant-based meal plan with daily meal recommendations.
    Dominick Thompson Book Signing photo
  • Patio Kick-Off Party!

    USD 50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    30 Apr 2025 only
    5:30 pm
    Patio season is almost here and we are here for it! Join us on Wednesday, April 30th, for a Patio Party, to officially kick off the outdoor season. Celebrate with us and enjoy our new Spring/Summer menu offerings, along with a patio-themed cocktail and mocktail. We'll also be featuring live DJ, Leja Hazer, spinning Jazz, Funk, and Blues on vinyl to set the perfect vibe. Bring your friends for fun, upbeat and festive music and special food and drinks--we can't wait to see you there!
    Patio Kick-Off Party! photo

What 1,628 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Best Ambience

  • North Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • North Suburbs

    Innovative

  • North Suburbs

    Healthy

  • North Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spirit Elephant offers an exceptional vegan dining experience that's both delicious and inviting. With "amazing food," "fantastic service," and a "warm, soothing atmosphere," it's a favorite for both vegans and non-vegans. The menu features creative plant-based dishes like cauliflower wings and carrot cake, making it a "go-to" spot for special occasions.
1,628 Reviews
  1. Gemma

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Yummy food. Wonderful asst general manager. Thank you.

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  2. Salina VIP

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were wonderful as always! Thank you!

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  3. Tracey

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I am never disappointed with Spirit Elephant. I went here for my birthday dinner and had a another great meal. They have really great cocktails and food. You would never know it was vegan. I had the meatloaf and potatoes for the first time and would highly recommend.

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  4. Shayda VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress got my order wrong which was a bummer but didn't want to say anything. Dressing on the fall salad had an odd aftertaste--probably pine nuts and a lot of vinegar mixed? Not sure.

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  5. Mindy

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous dining experience! The food, the service and atmosphere were fantastic including beautiful live jazz music! Even those who aren’t vegan will enjoy the food at Spirit Elephant. The menu offers something for every desire. This is a great “special occasion” restaurant.

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  6. JamesC

    Chicago7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for my daughter’s birthday as she is vegetarian and gluten free and they have so many options for her. The food was delicious and even those that are not vegan enjoyed their food. I felt it was a little overpriced and yet, I would go again.

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  7. Karen

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved everything about our meal. The server was attentive but not pushy, and we had a very leisurely evening with our friends. The food was outstanding. The ambience was fun and upbeat, but we were still able to talk. We'll frequent Spirit Elephant.

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  8. Cassandra

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Experience was one of the best in years for a restaurant. The service was impeccable. The food was great! Spirit Elephant is THE place.

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  9. brad

    Phoenix3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, it did not disappoint! And I am a meat eater!!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my “go to” place for the BEST vegan food!! Jordan, the Asst. GM is so nice and hands on. LOVE this place!!

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FAQs

Spirit Elephant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 348-9000.

Spirit Elephant is rated 4.8 stars by 1628 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Spirit Elephant

924 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093-1719

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Tower Rd and Gage St
  • Area
    Winnetka
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00–15:00 Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Vegan, Cocktail Bar, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Hubbard Woods Train Station off the Metra Union Pacific North line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Spirit Elephant offers both catering and event services. Our beautiful venue is the perfect backdrop for your very special occasion--and our events team is dedicated to ensuring it all runs smoothly and seamlessly so that you and your guests can relax and have a wonderful and memorable experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Spirit Elephant offers both catering and event services. Our beautiful venue is the perfect backdrop for your very special occasion--and our events team is dedicated to ensuring it all runs smoothly and seamlessly so that you and your guests can relax and have a wonderful and memorable experience.
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