Gene's Bistro
American Bistro, Braised Mushroom Bowl
Vegan options
Poor vegan options ★ – · $$ · Restaurant · American, Comfort Food
Popular tips: "Try the braised mushroom bowl, but be aware the quality may vary"
Must-try: braised mushroom bowl, bowl
Praised for: generous portions
Gene's Bistro at Midway Airport has a limited vegan selection centered mainly on a braised mushroom bowl. The venue is casual with mostly bar seating and a bistro atmosphere suited for quick meals between flights. Reviews highlight inconsistency in the vegan dish quality and advise not to rely on it if short on time.
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MDW Terminal, 5700 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60629
Vegan Friendliness
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- VEGAN OPTIONS Few · 2–3 dishes
- MENU Poorly marked
- STAFF Basic understanding
- PROTEIN mushrooms, almond slivers
Some users reported inconsistent vegan claims on the menu.
Others mentioned vegan options aren't always available.
A few noted staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
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