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Join us October 1-31, 2026 for an entire month of BRAND NEW vegan options all over Springfield, IL!

During this time, restaurants throughout the Springfield area will feature special vegan menu items. Diners have the opportunity to go out, enjoy meals, vote, comment, and post photos of the delicious vegan meals they have ordered.

📸 Help support our hard working chefs and their businesses! Win a prize and enter our raffle by sharing your food photos! Submit Google reviews 👉 — we’ll post, tag you,  and shout them out! 🙌🍽️

Connect with other diners during the event through the Springfield, IL Vegetarians and Vegans Facebook group

The Springfield Vegan Chef Challenge is sponsored by the Navigator Wealth Strategies. 

At Navigator Wealth Strategies, our services are designed to be comprehensive, helping clients navigate the full spectrum of financial decisions that come with each stage of life. From retirement planning and investment management to tax strategies, estate considerations, and major life transitions, we work to bring every piece of your financial world into one coordinated plan.

Lemay Mushroom Operations is a prize sponsor. They are a gourmet mushroom farm based in Springfield, Illinois. They are offering 50% off to Springfield VCC chefs who purchase mushrooms for the event.

Scroll down for a list of restaurants and menus in alphabetical order.