Fancy Plants Cafe

Fancy Plants Cafe 100% Vegan café in Chicago, with Dark Matter Coffee, wonderful pastries, and thoughtful cooking.
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07/20/2026

IT’S BEAUTIFUL OUT AGAIN!

It feels great to sit on the patio again for a morning coffee. Last week was pretty devastating for Fancy Plants to close up for A/C repairs, after fixing the giant glass window at that. If you love us, show us some love!
The Cafe is in better shape than ever, and our garden has grown so beautifully, but we still need to get our business mojo back.
We have some awesome specials, and even more awesome staff to take care of you.

FPC is on UberEats too, if you’re in the office. :D

We hope you have a good week,
❤️ you guys!



This Wednesday is our New Edition Vegan Cheesemaking Class!For several months I’ve been testing out variations of Fancy ...
07/19/2026

This Wednesday is our New Edition Vegan Cheesemaking Class!

For several months I’ve been testing out variations of Fancy Plants cheese recipes, refining what I know, and trying some new techniques as well. As recently as 2023, people have discovered that you can make coagulated cheese with melon seeds (?!) and I’ve been eager to test it out. Using melon seeds is an absolute game changer for vegan ricotta, I’m super excited to be a curd nerd, show you the technique, and where to get the seed kernels.

We’ll be making Cultured Cashew, Fancy Plants Mozzarella, Melon Seed Ricotta, Cashew Tofu Ricotta, and our signature Burrata.
Plus, you’ll get to eat Ricotta Toast, a Greek Feta Salad, and Eggplant Parmesan.

100% of these Cheesemaking Class Sales will go towards helping Fancy Plants Cafe, after we had to close last week due to the A/C going out. It’s fixed now! The cafe is in the best shape ever. But it was devastatingly costly, but fortunately, we can have fun cooking our way out of the problem.

This Wednesday class is half filled up already, and if there’s more interest, I’ll even do one Thursday! No dinner this weekend, as I have an event.

If you’d like to come to this Vegan Cheesemaking Dinner & Class, simply follow this link: https://www.exploretock.com/fancyplantskitchen

Thank you so much for your support; your signing up for a class helps pay the cafe repairs.

Sincerely,

-Kevin

This Wednesday is our New Edition Vegan Cheesemaking Class!For several months I’ve been testing out variations of Fancy ...
07/19/2026

This Wednesday is our New Edition Vegan Cheesemaking Class!

For several months I’ve been testing out variations of Fancy Plants cheese recipes, refining what I know, and trying some new techniques as well. As recently as 2023, people have discovered that you can make coagulated cheese with melon seeds (?!) and I’ve been eager to test it out. Using melon seeds is an absolute game changer for vegan ricotta, I’m super excited to be a curd nerd, show you the technique, and where to get the seed kernels.

We’ll be making Cultured Cashew, Fancy Plants Mozzarella, Melon Seed Ricotta, Cashew Tofu Ricotta, and our signature Burrata.
Plus, you’ll get to eat Ricotta Toast, a Greek Feta Salad, and Eggplant Parmesan.

100% of these Cheesemaking Class Sales will go towards helping Fancy Plants Cafe, after we had to close last week due to the A/C going out. It’s fixed now! The cafe is in the best shape ever. But it was devastatingly costly, but fortunately, we can have fun cooking our way out of the problem.

This Wednesday class is half filled up already, and if there’s more interest, I’ll even do one Thursday! No dinner this weekend, as I have an event.

If you’d like to come to this Vegan Cheesemaking Dinner & Class, search for Fancy Plants in the Tock reservation app, or simply click the link in our bio!

Thank you so much for your support; your signing up for a class helps pay the cafe repairs.

Sincerely,

-Kevin

Wake up your weekend with one of our new Cereal Lattes! Your choice of Cinnamon Toast (espresso!) and Fruity Flake (matc...
07/18/2026

Wake up your weekend with one of our new Cereal Lattes! Your choice of Cinnamon Toast (espresso!) and Fruity Flake (matcha!)
Both are part of a balanced (and fancy) breakfast. :D

Fancy Plants could use some business this weekend, as we had to close this week to fix our a/c! The air is mostly cleared in Chicago, and our a/c is blowing cold.
We have Potato Rosemary and Sundried Tomato & Spinach Frittata Specials for $8 each!

We ❤️ you guys and your support for Fancy Plants Cafe! See you this weekend.

Ok, NOW our A/C is working again! 4 days and $500 later, and now it’s in the 70s in Fancy Plants Cafe! So now it’s groov...
07/17/2026

Ok, NOW our A/C is working again! 4 days and $500 later, and now it’s in the 70s in Fancy Plants Cafe!

So now it’s groovy, and we have frittata too!
Come try the Sundried Tomato & Spinach, or the Potato Rosemary! They’re on UberEats too!

We’re hoping to be extra busy this weekend so we can pay off our A/C fix.

We ❤️ you guys!

FANCY PLANTS IS OPEN!We fixed our A/C!Being closed to make repairs is expensive, come show us some love today. :DWe have...
07/15/2026

FANCY PLANTS IS OPEN!

We fixed our A/C!

Being closed to make repairs is expensive, come show us some love today. :D
We have croissants, breakfast, and Big Shoulders Coffee cold brew.

But Thank You to Kyle of DryHop Brewers for loaning us a ladder! Lakeview East

Have a great day, and I hope you guys keep us busy! We’ll be here for you…

If you have a choice, go to the beach today!Our a/c went out, and it’s 100 degrees in the cafe. I think I can fix it tod...
07/14/2026

If you have a choice, go to the beach today!

Our a/c went out, and it’s 100 degrees in the cafe. I think I can fix it today. Maybe it’s just a capacitor? Hopefully see you tomorrow!

Brûlée Cherry Tiramisu?! This dinner combines some of our friend Miyoko’s newer cheese recipes, with   fruits and veggie...
07/10/2026

Brûlée Cherry Tiramisu?!

This dinner combines some of our friend Miyoko’s newer cheese recipes, with fruits and veggies.

Saturday and Sunday 5:30 seatings are all sold out, but there’s 6 more spots this Saturday at 8:00! Sound good? Here’s the menu:

1) Miyoko-Style Butter with Publican Bread. Fancy Plants Wine Marinated Feta, Rosemary Olives, and Marcona Almonds

2) Sweetcorn Gazpacho with Almond Parmesan, Scallions, and Crispy Shallots

3) Miyoko-style Watermelon Seed Mozzarella Caprese: Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil, Arbequina Olive Oil, Balsamic.

4) Spinach and Ricotta Filled Cannelloni: Roasted Pattipan Squash roasted in Fermented Pepper Paste, Nasturtiums

5) Cherry Tiramisu: Vegan Marscapone, Fresh Cherries

If you’d like to come to this dinner, find Fancy Plants in the Tock reservation app, or simply click the link in my bio.

Follow Kevin Schuder for essential vegan cooking, dinners, and recipes.

Thank You!

I’m addicted to snacking on these high protein Vegan Frittata!  We wanted to craft a grab and go nutritional powerhouse,...
07/10/2026

I’m addicted to snacking on these high protein Vegan Frittata!
We wanted to craft a grab and go nutritional powerhouse, that has 12 grams of protein per portion and carbs and good fats to balance.
These are as well, and I think these are tastier and more elegant than our previous quiche.

Right now we have:

Potato Rosemary
Spinach & Sundried Tomato
Mushroom & Cheese

What’s more is they’re only $8 each. Grab a few to take for your weekend, and let us know which one you like best!
We’re going to be honing in on making these healthy high protein frittata the best they can be, and we know the Fancy Plants family will give us some good feedback. Thank You, and stay cool!

FYI: We are back in croissants! Sorry, we were out for 1 day.

Sincerely,

-Kevin & Team

07/04/2026

YES, WE ARE OPEN FOR THE 4th!

I mean, what else are we gonna do, march on the capital and demand a more equitably designed economy and equal rights? (yes)

Come say hi! We’re here for you!

WHO WANTS TRUFFLE CORN ARANCINI!Our 5-course Seasonal Vegan Dinner is all booked up this Sunday, and Saturday we just ha...
07/03/2026

WHO WANTS TRUFFLE CORN ARANCINI!

Our 5-course Seasonal Vegan Dinner is all booked up this Sunday, and Saturday we just have 4 spots open at the 5:30!

This meal would be great with a chilled fresh sake, or even an Italian Verdicchio or Pinot Grigio.

Here is the menu:

1) Summer Truffle Sweetcorn Arancini: Fried Risotto ball filled with Sweetcorn and Truffle Brie, Truffle Corn Fondue, Herb Oil, and Shaved Truffle

2) Melon Fennel Gazpacho: Fennel Cashew Crema, Korean Chili Flake, Smoked Daikon Prosciutto

3) Tomato-Daikon Salad: Komatsuna and Tatsoi Greens, Hishio-Koji Dressing, Black Sesame

4) Phoenix Bean Peking Yuba Buns: Tofu Duck, Smoked Eggplant Spread, Cucumber-Pepper Summer Slaw, Cilantro

5) Peach-Blueberry Almond Cake: With Sweet Lemon Whip

If you’d like to join us, find Fancy Plants in the Tock Reservation app, or simply click the link in our bio.

See you this weekend!

This weekend Fancy Plants has a Cheddar-Jalapeño Bacon Scone Breakfast Sandwich with Aioli! $9!We also have our Firecrac...
07/03/2026

This weekend Fancy Plants has a Cheddar-Jalapeño Bacon Scone Breakfast Sandwich with Aioli! $9!
We also have our Firecracker Lemonade made with cherry syrup, sparkling lemonade, and butterfly pea flower tea.

America is weird right now, so let’s Celebrate Chicago!

We beat the heat! Join us on the patio and get some breakfast!Croissant Sandwiches, Lox Bagels, Breakfast Burritos, and ...
07/02/2026

We beat the heat!

Join us on the patio and get some breakfast!
Croissant Sandwiches, Lox Bagels, Breakfast Burritos, and Quiche!

Not to forget Big Shoulders Coffee

Happy Thursday!

This Saturday July 4th and Sunday the 5th, Fancy Plants is featuring a festive 5-course dinner that features Illinois su...
06/29/2026

This Saturday July 4th and Sunday the 5th, Fancy Plants is featuring a festive 5-course dinner that features Illinois summer produce and koji fermentation, inspired by Italian and Asian dishes. This dinner would be amazing with a chilled fresh sake, or even an Italian Verdicchio or Pinot Grigio. We’re going to go big with bright, smooth summer flavor.

Here is the menu:

1) Summer Truffle Sweetcorn Arancini: Fried Risotto ball filled with Sweetcorn and Truffle Brie, Truffle Corn Fondue, Herb Oil, and Shaved Truffle

2) Melon Fennel Gazpacho: Fennel Cashew Crema, Korean Chili Flake, Smoked Daikon Prosciutto

3) Tomato-Daikon Salad: Komatsuna and Tatsoi Greens, Hishio-Koji Dressing, Black Sesame

4) Phoenix Bean Peking Yuba Buns: Tofu Duck, Smoked Eggplant Spread, Cucumber-Pepper Summer Slaw, Cilantro

5) Peach-Blueberry Almond Cake: With Sweet Lemon Whip

This 5-course dinner is an all inclusive $65c and if you’d like to join us, simply find Fancy Plants in the Tock Reservation app, or simply click the link in our bio.

See you this weekend!

Notorious D.O.G. is BACK!It’s time for our annual ‘Vegan-Bacon-Wrapped-Hot-Dogs-in-front-of-Fancy-Plants-Cafe-for-the-Ga...
06/27/2026

Notorious D.O.G. is BACK!

It’s time for our annual ‘Vegan-Bacon-Wrapped-Hot-Dogs-in-front-of-Fancy-Plants-Cafe-for-the-Gay-Pride-March’ event.
These things are incredible, here’s the deal:

Notorious D.O.G. Popup at Fancy Plants Cafe!
Sunday, June 28th
10:00 - 4:00pm (or whenever we sell out)

Tijuana-Style Bacon Wrapped HotDogs $8!
Topo Chico or Mexican Coke $5!

2 dogs and a drink: $20!

Tijuana-Style means Bacon-Wrapped, with (optional) Griddled Onions and Jalapenos, with many different sauces. We make our bacon from sliced, salted, cured, and smoked daikon radish.

When I lived in San Francisco, bacon-wrapped hot dog carts were ubiquitious.
Especially in the Latin/Hipster neighborhood I lived in for 4 years, the Mission District.
Every night, at bar close, all of Mission Street would smell like griddled onions and jalapenos and bacon.

I hope to see you at the Pride March!
Come hang with me, and you’ll get a good view from the side street.

-k

HAPPY PRIDE! It’s always a fun weekend, with the patio, the parade, and even the notorious_dog.chicago vegan hot dog car...
06/27/2026

HAPPY PRIDE!

It’s always a fun weekend, with the patio, the parade, and even the notorious_dog.chicago vegan hot dog cart. :D

Come say hi this weekend!

We’ll be here making your coffee.




Coffee & Breakfast.Fancy Plants Cafe has got the croissant breakfast sandwich and Big Shoulders Coffee you need to start...
06/24/2026

Coffee & Breakfast.

Fancy Plants Cafe has got the croissant breakfast sandwich and Big Shoulders Coffee you need to start your day.

LAST CHANCE to make your reservations for our 5-course MidSommar feast this weekend! Dinner and service is $59!Father’s ...
06/19/2026

LAST CHANCE to make your reservations for our 5-course MidSommar feast this weekend!
Dinner and service is $59!

Father’s Day (Sunday!) has 2 spots left, Saturday at 5:30 is SOLD OUT, and we have 6 spots left Saturday at 8:00.

Fancy Plants is celebrating with an inspired menu meant to showcase early summer produce, from Strawberries, to Sweetcorn, Early Girl Tomatoes and Poblano Peppers. This dinner can also be gluten free by request!

We ❤️ these weekend dinners, and the amazing people who come through. So without further ado…

Le Menu


1) Cashew Burrata with Seared Early Summer Squash, Garden Herb Pesto, Figs, Toasted Squash Seeds

2) Pomegranate Glazed Eggplant: Steamed Eggplant, brined in Verjus Herb Broth, Dried and Glazed in Pomegranate Molasses, served with Togarashi

3) Chilled Early Girl Tomato Gazpacho with Grilled Cheese Bites

4) Poblano Pepper- Filled with Blistered Sweetcorn, Garlic-Serrano Cheese, & Scallions, Served with Rancho Gordo Rio Zape Beans, Zapallitos-Tomatillo Sauce, and Spiced Coconut Tomato Fenugreek Sauce

5) Paula’s Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Vacas Ice Cream, Sorrel, and Pink Peppercorn

If you would like to come to this dinner, search for Fancy Plants in the Tock reservation platform, or simply click the link in our bio.

See you this weekend!

THIS WEEKEND WE’RE FEATURING A VEGAN SAUSAGE ROLL! Is it British? Is it French? Or is it just 100% Chicago?The filling i...
06/18/2026

THIS WEEKEND WE’RE FEATURING A VEGAN SAUSAGE ROLL!

Is it British? Is it French?
Or is it just 100% Chicago?

The filling is made with our Housemade Seitan, some Sausage-Style TVP, and plenty of tasty herbs from our garden.
The Vegan Sausage Roll will be available Friday - Sunday at Fancy Plants Cafe!

Have a wonderful , and we ❤️ you Chicago!



Address

613 W Briar Place
Chicago, IL
60657

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17738571588

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