At Vela, we celebrate the vibrant, plant-forward flavors of Mexican cuisine. This Chicago Restaurant Week, we’re excited to present a carefully curated vegetarian dinner menu for just $45. Our three-course meal highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients and traditional techniques, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience for vegetarian guests.
First Course – Vegetarian Starters for Chicago Restaurant Week
Begin your meal with one of our flavorful vegetarian starters that bring a mix of bold tastes and textures:
Entre-Mezze – A vibrant selection of small bites, including sikil pak (pumpkin seed dip), creamy guacamole, smoky salsa tatemada, and crisp tostadas and tlayudas. This platter offers a taste of Mexico’s diverse culinary traditions.
Quinoa Avocado Salad – A nutrient-dense combination of corn, heirloom beans, tomato, avocado, jicama, and kale, dressed with a refreshing cilantro lime vinaigrette. This salad is bright, fresh, and packed with flavor.
Second Course – Hearty Vegetarian Entrees
For the second course, guests can select from the following satisfying and flavorful vegetarian options:
Tlacoyo – A hearty, blue corn masa base filled with a rich mushroom medley and Oaxaca cheese. Served with refried beans and salsa verde, this dish is earthy, savory, and comforting.
Taco Gobernador (Vegetarian Substitute) – This dish is reimagined with grilled seasonal vegetables and Oaxaca cheese, nestled in a warm corn tortilla. A plant-based twist on a Mexican classic.
Dessert – Sweet Vegetarian Endings
Finish your evening with one of our decadent vegetarian desserts:
Oaxacan Churros – Crispy, golden churros served with chocolate pot de crème, mole madre, and a dusting of cinnamon. A dessert as rich in tradition as it is in flavor.
Pistachio Dos Leches – A luscious pistachio sponge cake soaked in caramelized milk, topped with strawberry jam and Basque whip. This dessert perfectly balances nutty and sweet flavors.
Join us at Vela during Chicago Restaurant Week and indulge in our thoughtfully crafted vegetarian dinner menu for just $45. From bold appetizers to indulgent desserts, our plant-forward menu promises to delight. Reserve your table today and enjoy the best vegetarian flavors inspired by Mexico City at Vela.
