Essential Kitchen Cafe

Vegan Cafe, Fully Vegan, Juice Bar

Outstanding for vegans chevron_right

★ 4.7 · $$ · Hours

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the Egg Roll Bowl with tofu scramble and almond butter satay sauce" "Try the Egg Roll Bowl with tofu scramble and almond butter satay sauce"
"Enjoy freshly made juices and smoothies after workouts"
"Order meal plans in advance for convenient healthy eating"
"Special orders accommodate allergies and gluten-free needs"
"Consider their catering services for events"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  cake, egg roll bowl, blueberry pie bar cake — popular (×2)
egg roll bowl — fan-favourite
blueberry pie bar — fan-favourite
tea — fan-favourite
smoothies — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, healthy options, many vegan options friendly staff ×5
healthy options ×5
many vegan options ×5
fresh ingredients ×2
clearly marked vegan
 

Essential Kitchen & Cafe is an organic, all-natural vegan cafe located within the Condell Centre Club fitness center, offering whole food, plant-based dishes with an emphasis on health and flavor. Popular for its juices, smoothies, bowls, sandwiches, and gluten-free options, it caters to dietary restrictions and provides meal plans and catering services. The atmosphere is casual and wellness-focused, with positive recent reviews highlighting the chef's knowledge and the inventive, hearty menu.

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Hours

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Sunday Closed

Monday 6:00 am-3:00 pm

Tuesday 6:00 am-3:00 pm

Wednesday 6:00 am-3:00 pm

Thursday 6:00 am-3:00 pm

Friday 6:00 am-3:00 pm

Saturday Closed

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INSIDE CENTRE CLUB
1405 Hunt Club Rd
Gurnee
IL 60031

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Spinach Rating

star 4.7

out of 5

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star_border Good service

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External ratings

star 4.8 (41 reviews)

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star 4.88 (8 reviews)

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Vegan Friendliness

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Outstanding for vegans

Vegan Options

abundant

Protein Options

tofu, nuts, almond butter

Menu Clarity

excellent labeling

Staff Knowledge

Very Knowledgeable

Warnings info

No warnings

Essential Kitchen Cafe

Spinach Rating

Vegan Friendliness

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