Fab Review: No Bones Beach Club

No Bones Beach Club is a vegan restaurant in Wicker Park but also in Portland and Seattle. It originally began as a food truck in Seattle but now have expanded into Chicago. Vegan food isn’t all about boring salads. Their motto is “just because it’s vegan doesn’t mean it sucks” and I couldn’t agree more.

I am not vegan but I do enjoy trying different foods. Vegan food when done right can be very creative with unique flavors. No Bones Beach Club takes classic food like tacos and nachos and puts a vegan spin on it. You won’t even miss the meat.

{Ambiance}
The entire space is bright and colorful with palm tree decorations throughout. When you first walk in, you feel like you’ve stepped onto a beach, far away from the Windy City. You’ll notice a surfboard with instructions written on it to place your food and drink order with the bartender at the counter. After you order, you can grab a seat at one of the high top tables, small tables, or at the bar.

The entire space is extremely colorful with playful decór. From faux palm trees to decorative pineapples and neon signs, the space is designed to transport you to a tropical beach. The neon painted walls mixed with the gold decorative accents create the perfect chic and modern beach vibe.

{Food}

Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
Buffalo Cauliflower Wings have been a recent favorite of mine and I must order them anytime I see it on a menu. So when I saw they offered it, it was a no-brainer for me to order. No Bones Beach Club really blew this dish out of the water. The fried cauliflower was tossed in a tangy but slightly sweet coconut buffalo sauce. The cool house-made ranch it was paired with balanced out the spiciness of the buffalo sauce.

Crab Cakes
The Crab Cakes were veggie and parsnip cakes made in-house with Old Bay Seasoning. The Old Bay Seasoning really gave it that extra flavorful kick.

Jackfruit Flautas
When I took the first bite of the Jackfruit Flautas, I was surprised that the taste resembled the flautas my mom makes me at home. Even though these were vegan, they still had that familiar flavor with a good crunch and crisp. It was also topped with a savory and creamy avocado sauce and fresh lettuce and tomato.  

Beer Battered Avocado Taco
The Beer Battered Avocado Taco was my absolute favorite. It was served in a thin tortilla with generous portions. The avocado was thickly sliced and fried. The taco was topped with cilantro slaw and a spicy chipotle sauce. If you love spicy dishes, you need this taco in your life.

Piña Colada
The Piña Colada had me dreaming of warm summer days. The first sip of the Piña Colada made me feel like I should be in the sun laying on a beach. It was made with coconut milk, which made it tastier than a regular Piña Colada. For now, I’ll just be counting down the days until summertime Chi.

Banana Ball Sundae
There is a sign when you walk that reads “don’t forget about dessert.” Listen to the sign… you won’t regret it! I ordered the Banana Ball Sundae and it was such a great decision. Literally one of the best desserts I’ve ever had. Pieces of ripe banana were covered in toasted coconut and topped with Coconut Bliss ice cream and house-made coconut whip. The coconut whip was creamy but not too sweet with a subtle hint of coconut. Seriously, do not forget about dessert. 

FAB TIP: Happy Hour specials available Monday and Wednesday-Friday from 4-6 p.m.

{Experience}
Not only does No Bones Beach Club successfully execute excellent vegan food, but it also does a great job at creating a fun, tropical beach vibe. I have been a fan of vegan food for awhile now but they really do succeed at making vegan food not boring. While it is a fast-casual restaurant, it is also a great, laid-back spot to grab tropical cocktails and just hang out. Whether you want to take a vegan friend out to dinner or friends who aren’t vegan, there’s something for everyone!

{Location}
No Bones Beach Club
Wicker Park || 1943 W North Ave, Chicago, IL

{Price Range}
$$ ($11-$36)

{Fab Rating: 4 Fabs}

Where is your fave spot in the city for vegan food? Share below.

Eat, Eat, Repeat,
Lisette

Note: This meal was not complimentary. The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the writer.