Kitchen Mouse

Vegetarian Vegetarian Cafe, Vegan Options, Bakery

★ 4.8 · $$ · Hours

BrunchBreakfastLunchFamiliesCoffee/TeaKidsWork/StudyTakeoutRelax

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the chilaquiles with tofu scramble and cashew cheese" "Try the chilaquiles with tofu scramble and cashew cheese"
"Arrive early for the widest selection of vegan and gluten-free pastries"
"Enjoy the kid-friendly play area for families dining with children"
"Expect moderate to long wait times during peak brunch hours"
"Note that some dishes include real eggs as an optional ingredient"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  pancakes, pastry, sandwich pancakes — popular (×7)
pastry — popular (×6)
sandwich — popular (×12)
coffee — popular (×8)
chilaquiles — popular (×7)
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly service, cozy atmosphere friendly service ×15
cozy atmosphere ×19
 

Kitchen Mouse is a casual vegetarian cafe in Highland Park known for its vegan-friendly modern American dishes and bakery items, including popular tempeh reuben, chilaquiles, and gluten-free baked goods. The space features indoor and outdoor seating with a cozy, colorful decor and a play area for kids, creating a family-friendly vibe. Though most dishes are vegan or can be made vegan, real eggs are offered as an option, and prices are mid-range with some guests noting it as a bit costly for certain items.