Vegan Restaurant

Merienda Café

0 (0 reviews) · $$$$ · grayslake · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
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Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.

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What an adorable spot! Food was outstanding but get here early! They’re a not so secret local hot spot so they have limited lumpia (but it’s totally worth it). If you haven’t stopped in you have to…Filipino food is something that needs to be experienced and Merienda Cafe is the place just the place to do it. Try everything once the menu once. Cannot wait to be back!

What an adorable spot! Food was outstanding but get here early! They’re a not so secret local hot spot so they have limited lumpia (but it’s totally worth it). If you haven’t stopped in you have to…Filipino food is something that needs to be experienced and Merienda Cafe is the place just the place to do it. Try everything once the menu once. Cannot wait to be back!

Excellent food and drinks. The Ube Milk Cap was so good, and the Tocilog was wonderful. I was worried it would be too sweet but it was very well balanced in flavor. A friend had the Tofu and it was amazing, it had almost a vinegar/pickled flavor to it that I loved. I was only visiting from out of town, otherwise I would already be planning on stopping back in.

Excellent food and drinks. The Ube Milk Cap was so good, and the Tocilog was wonderful. I was worried it would be too sweet but it was very well balanced in flavor. A friend had the Tofu and it was amazing, it had almost a vinegar/pickled flavor to it that I loved. I was only visiting from out of town, otherwise I would already be planning on stopping back in.

I love this place! I came with my family for the first time, and their service was absolutely excellent. Their food and pastries are so yummy as well. Their ube pancakes are to die for!!! I literally set my alarm early to come as soon as they open on weekends lol.