Tiger Lily Café, located in Chesterton, IN, shines as a notable vegan restaurant, attracting diners with its inviting atmosphere and diverse menu. Many patrons, like Vivian Williams, rave about the delicious salads, deeming them worthy of regular visits. Family outings, as shared by SD Cunningham, yield delightful experiences—dishes spanning both traditional and vegan flavors received high praise, especially the hearty vegan burgers and addictive tater tots.Jennifer Shima notes the generous portions and vibrant flavors that make every meal a pleasure, while the friendly staff contribute to a welcoming environment that makes you want to return. Even unexpected finds, like the brownies highlighted by Chicago Cameraslinger, exceed expectations, and the comforting crunch of the grilled cheese sandwiches adds another layer to the café’s charm.Despite occasional hiccups, such as a stale marble cake, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction and eagerness to return. Tiger Lily Café is celebrated for not just its food but also for its family-friendly appeal, making it a cherished stop for both the local community and passing travelers.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Tiger Lily Café
Vivian Williams
May 30,2025
I ordered the salad a couple of times and it is delicious! I will be eating here all the time!
SD Cunningham
Apr 20,2025
Family of 5 ordered off the traditional and vegan menu. All the food was amazing! Highly recommend traditional Italian beef!! The bread is awesome! Ordered a marble cake and a vegan brownie. The brownie was delicious, but the marble cake was hard and stale. I've been here several times, and this was the first time I ever had an issue with anything I've ever purchased. I will definitely be going back, probably several times! Cute place, and the people that work there are so helpful and super nice!
Chase Lewis
Apr 16,2025
Everything we tried from both the traditional and vegan menu was amazing. Vegan burgers were huge and the tater tots were heavenly!
Jennifer Shima
Apr 5,2025
We saw their billboard when we were passing through on the highway and thought we’d pull over and try! Huge portions, very flavorful, nice folks working there, cool atmosphere. Loved!
Chicago Cameraslinger
Apr 3,2025
A handyman told me this place had great brownies and we happened to be in the area that day so we stopped in for lunch. Worth it! Hearty sized sandwiches and the grilled cheese had an amazing crunch! Everything tasted great! I didn't even realize it was connected to an indoor playground until after we were done, it still had a quiet cozy vibe. We were the only ones eating at a time when kids are generally in school, though, so your experience may vary from ours.
Autumn McNoodles
Mar 23,2025
Best vegan menu in the area!! Everything is so good but the pub sandwich is what we return for. Vegan milkshakes, bakery items and full vegan menu as well as a traditional. Totally worth the drive. Only open wed- sat 10-6pm so def call first or check fb. Everything I've tried here is amazing.
Leina Eleina
Mar 10,2025
This is our annual stop during the Indiana Dunes Birding Fest. We can always count on good food (both the traditional and vegan options are fabulous!) and good drinks. The cafe is cozy, friendly, and clean. We love the people who work here and how warm they are. We've yet to have a bad experience.
Brad F
Mar 7,2025
Lovely family run restaurant with delicious, healthy food.
Reviews For Tiger Lily Café