When @JLgoesVegan came to Chicago yesterday and asked if anyone wanted to go to dinner at Karyn’s on Green, I jumped at the chance. See, I have a hubby who doesn’t like to eat out and so I don’t really go anywhere. Let alone to a swanky vegan joint like Karyn’s. Now, I’ve been to Karyn’s Cooked (Green is way better IMHO), and I’ve gotten take out from her raw cafe (I like Cousin’s better) but I LOVE Karyn’s on Green.
This will mostly be pics with captions but here are my overall thoughts:
Food: mostly excellent, see captions for details
Friendliness and quality of server: awesome, the guy really knew his menu and was very nice but it was harder to get attention as the crowd poured in, get there early
Wine list/drinks: fab, way more options than many bars, although curiously the water said the scotches were not vegan
Poshness: yeah, well, you could eat here in jeans but it is a really, really nice restaurant, Sunday attire would not be out of place, great date spot
Quality of leftovers: except for the maki roll which wilts the next day, everything was peachy keen nuked in the nukebox
Noise level: very good, before the band started (if hearing is an issue for you, don’t go on Wed. nights), talented band but it definitely put a damper on my ability to have a conversation
Now, to the food:
I would definitely like to go back but could probably only afford it once a year or so. But do let me know if you need a date. Especially if you’re buying ;-}
All of this food looks amazing! I’m slightly jealous — even though I’ve only been there once, KOG made a great impression and is easily one of my favorite restaurants. We’ll be outside of Chicago for two days in November, and I’m hoping we can sneak in a quick bite to eat at Karyn’s before we return home. The barbeque seitan with cornbread stuffing and braised collards sounds particularly appealing, especially since we will be nearing Thanksgiving.
September 6, 2012 at 9:45 pm
If I’m ever in Chicago, I’ll get in touch. I’ve been wanting to try Karyn’s on Green.
September 7, 2012 at 5:02 am
Nice recap! I’m so glad we got to see one another, get caught up, and FEAST!
September 7, 2012 at 11:11 am
All of this food looks amazing! I’m slightly jealous — even though I’ve only been there once, KOG made a great impression and is easily one of my favorite restaurants. We’ll be outside of Chicago for two days in November, and I’m hoping we can sneak in a quick bite to eat at Karyn’s before we return home. The barbeque seitan with cornbread stuffing and braised collards sounds particularly appealing, especially since we will be nearing Thanksgiving.