Handlebar, American restaurant in Wicker Park, Chicago, US.
Handlebar is a restaurant in Chicago that serves vegetarian and plant-based versions of American dishes, ranging from breakfast options to sandwiches and hearty bowls. The space features a casual dining area indoors and an open beer garden where customers can sit outdoors.
The restaurant opened in 2003 with a focus on responsible business practices from the start. Fair-trade coffee and recycling systems have been central to its operations since the beginning.
The restaurant draws people interested in plant-based eating and offers a meeting point where diners explore creative takes on American comfort food classics. The space functions as a neighborhood gathering place for those seeking both good meals and a welcoming social environment.
The restaurant operates with weekday hours starting later in the morning and weekend service beginning earlier, staying open into late evening each day. Plan your visit by checking the specific opening time for your chosen day, as these vary throughout the week.
The menu unexpectedly combines traditional recipes with plant-based ingredients, creating dishes like Fried Chicken Benedict and BBQ Mac & Tot Bowl that visitors do not encounter elsewhere. These creations demonstrate how familiar comfort foods can be reimagined without animal products.
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