Dining with us often?  Consider a meal plan...

Let us take the time and guess work out of "what's for dinner." Those of you who dine with us
often may be interested in this amazing deal:
 
With the purchase of 10 meals for $185.00 (plus tax), you will also receive 2 complimentary fresh pressed juices of your choice
from our menu. Daily specials are available at an additional charge. We keep track of your purchases. Pick up one
day or all at once. Dine in or carry out.
 
Call us at 815.838.4626 or stop in to sign up for your meal plan!

 
** PLEASE NOTE that this plan is for individual use only and is not transferable. No expiration date. **

Let food be thy medicine!

The Vegan Café is located in the heart of downtown Lockport amid the wonderful State Street shops and just a stone's throw from the I&M Canal. The Café has a laid back, friendly atmosphere and offers a wide variety of raw, organic, vegan, and gluten-free fare. Stop in for a full meal, grab a quick snack to-go, indulge in a dessert, or just pop in for a cup of coffee or tea and a chat.

Our Vegan Cafe is based on "Celebrating Life." We strive to provide awareness that raw living foods and plant-based diets can aid in the healing of all diseases. Let food be thy medicine! 

Our menu is completely raw, non-GMO, gluten free, non-GMO, organic, refined sugar-free, hydrogenated oil-free, peanut-free, and whole food plant based.  In addition to our main menu, we almost always have daily specials. Item availability may vary based on seasonal ingredients. 

We cater to many health issues and concerns. Please ask if you have specific needs. We have food for everyone!

Final seating is 30 minutes prior to closing. We also offer carry-out! Call ahead to place your order and we'll have it ready to go when you arrive.

Dining with us often? You should check out our meal plans! 

Questions? Comments? Please get in touch! You can contact us via email, Facebook, or in person.

We look forward to seeing you!

PHONE

815.838.4626

Location

928 S. State Street
Lockport, IL60441

Please place final orders 30 minutes prior to closing.

*****CURRENT HOURS*****

OPEN FOR INDOOR DINING AND CARRY OUT

Sunday and Monday - CLOSED

Tues - Thurs 11am until 4 pm

Fri - Sat 11 am until 7 pm
Please place final orders 30 minutes prior to closing.

Sun closed; available for
private parties

Marguerite Baltages-Ruminski, 

Owner of Healthy Sins Inc. and The Vegan Café

Marguerite purchased the Vegan Café in September of 2013. An avid believer in the power of raw, plant-based diets, she has poured heart and soul into making the Café her own!

Marguerite is first and foremost the owner of Healthy Sins Catering. For more on catering by Healthy Sins and the Vegan Café, please visit the Catering & Parties pages.

 line-up of Raw Food Prep Classes

The Vegan Café

Introducing our
Classes

Raw Food Prep Classes

The Vegan Café

The Vegan Café

Raw Food Prep Classes

To register, Zelle $30.00 payment per class per participant to rum96@comcast.net. Please include your name, phone number, and date of class.

Registration closes 5 pm the Wednesday before each class.

****PLEASE NOTE****

Because we purchase ingredients for classes fresh, and based upon the number of participants, no refunds or credits will be given if cancellation is received within less than 48 hours of class. Thank you for understanding.

Contact Marguerite at 708/227-7177 with any questions.

Thank you!

Raw Food Prep Classes

Catering and parties

Healthy Sins, Inc. was "born" in June 2007. We've spent the last several years creating and perfecting recipes that allow you to stay true to your diet while still enjoying great flavors.

Just like our motto states:

“Catering sinfully delicious cuisine for a healthy lifestyle.”

We specialize in a full range of catering services to help you host a
successful event from start to finish. Not only can we suggest menu
options but, upon request, we will set up, serve and offer clean up
services in the comfort of your own home or office. Sit back, relax, and
enjoy your event—leave the rest to us!
 
Menu changes seasonally. Please contact us by email for a full catering menu detailing vegan and non-vegan fare.

Having a Private Party?

The Café is available on Sundays to host your private parties! Be it a bridal or baby shower, birthday or graduation party, or business meeting, we have you covered. We are able to accommodate parties of up to 45 guests. In addition to our raw vegan fare, a full service catering menu will be available to satisfy all palates.
 
As mentioned, the menu changes seasonally. Please contact us for details and pricing.

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Our MEAL PLAN is like having your own personal chef! For 185.00 plus tax, you’ll receive 10 thoughtfully prepared meals and two complimentary fresh pressed organic juices. Enjoy them as you dine-in or carry-out - whatever fits your lifestyle. Choose anything from our menu, give us a call, and we’ll prepare everything fresh for you. You can order 1 meal at a time or several. We will log the number of meals, as well as the dates, of each pick-up.

Because our ingredients are organic, to ensure freshness, we recommend ordering up to three days worth of meals at a time. We can also ‘deconstruct’ your meals and place ingredients in individual containers. We provide instructions on how to assemble your dinners. There is a nominal fee associated with this service.

There’s no rush - your meal plan never expires!

The plan is non-transferrable and for individual use only.

Marguerite Ruminski is the owner of Healthy Sins, Inc. ~ The Vegan Café in downtown Lockport, the area’s only raw vegan café outside of Chicago.

Marguerite was born and raised on the Southeast side of Chicago. Her 40 years in the workforce has included a successful career in the areas of Sales, Customer Service Management, Environmental, Health and Safety Compliance Management, as well as Graduate Instructor at Purdue University.  She also holds a Master’s degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Purdue University.

After receiving a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in 1997, Marguerite sought to change her lifestyle in order to manage her health. She chose to leave her Corporate position to follow her passion for cooking and opened a catering company.  Healthy Sins, Inc. was then established.  

Over the years, Marguerite has catered hundreds of private and Corporate events, including the prestigious monthly Chicago CEO Roundtable meetings.  In September 2013, Healthy Sins, Inc. purchased The Vegan Café.  Already focused on healthy food and lifestyle, the café was the natural addition to promote health and  wellness through diet.

Following her MS diagnosis, Marguerite was advised by her physicians to immediately begin treatment.  However, she chose to try a holistic approach first through dietary changes.  Now, over 25 years since her diagnosis, and to the amazement of her medical team, Marguerite has been able to positively manage her health through food and exercise, without the use of disease modifying drugs.  She has proven that ‘food is thy medicine’ (Hippocrates) to be true. Although this worked  to manage her condition, it strongly advised that individuals consult with their doctors before making any changes.

The Vegan Café is raw, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, organic, refined sugar-free, hydrogenated oil-free, seed oil-free, peanut-free, whole food plant based, and 100% delicious!