Chicago, IL, USA
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USA for vegan & vegetarian travelers
United States
Vegan Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Vegetarian Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Best For: Dedicated vegan restaurants, grocery stores
Challenging Because: Rural areas have limited options
🥗 What to Eat
- Vegan burgers and comfort food
- Buddha bowls
- Tex-Mex veggie options
- International cuisines
🚫 Watch Out For
- Dairy-heavy sauces
- Hidden meat broths
🗣️ Survival Phrases
- I am vegetarian: I don’t eat meat
- I am vegan: I don’t eat animal products
🧭 Veggie Trip Tip
Urban centers are paradise — plan ahead when road-tripping or visiting small towns.
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