Spirit Elephant

Spirit Elephant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Shayda VIP

   Chicago2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined today

   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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   Mindy

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   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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   JamesC

   Chicago6 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   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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   Karen

   Chicago13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   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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   Cassandra

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   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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   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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   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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   DeborahB

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Highly recommend. The food was amazing and we met the assistant general manager, and he was awesome as well.
   

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   karen

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 6 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I've eaten at Spirit Elephant many times, most recently with 3 omnivores who hadn't visited before. We all had a fantastic meal - i forced myself to try something new instead of reordering a tried and true favorite. Everything was great - of course we started with cauli wings, then had a bourbon burger, forbidden bowls, red curry and carrot cake. Next visit I'm trying the ribeye. The carrot cake was the best I've ever had in my life - pineapple and coconut and a very fresh citrus. The cocktails were also very special - my friend was amazed at the lilac beauregard transformation and we all hope the ranch water makes the jump from specials to full time menu. This was obviously my suggestion but my friends are now fans - and part time vegans!
   

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    Sheri

    Chicago37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Fabulous food.. hard to believe it's all plant based. Service is so good and friendly
    

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