I happened to be in Chicago for a long layover and decided to take the train into the city between my layover. Being vegan I naturally jumped on yelp to find somewhere to grab a bite and found Chicago Raw I was pleasantly surprised Raw vegan food isn't always my favorite but their selection was pretty good and they had some free samples out all of which were pretty good I really enjoyed the food it's a small place and not a sit down spot but a good place to grab lunch on the go or a vegan meal in general. Definitely recommend it. read more

I love Chicago Raw!! Every time I walk in there's a friendly face greeting me and the food is always so fresh and good. Every time I walk in there in the mornings I see the delivery man unpacking all of the fresh juices/food for the day. The owner truly cares about the fresh quality of the food that is being served and clearly cares about health over all. This is an amazing place to go if you're looking for fresh plant based foods/juices :) read more

Raw food is not cheap...but that's because it's filler/preservative free. That being said, everything I've gotten here is delicious and totally worth it. It's not the kind of place I have daily, but I love to pick up their raw crackers, garlic stix, breads, kale chips, nacho chips, kitchen sink cookie, and on and on. Their mock tuna sandwich is awesome, as is their zucchini noodles w/meatballs entree. The collard burrito is delicious, the pumpkin seed pate they fill it with is so good. I love to cook and prepare raw foods, but sometimes it's better to leave it to the experts, and they totally hit it out of the ballpark w/flavors and creativity. All the entrees are easily 2 meals as well. read more

I had the tiramisu and ravioli. Both were really good. My main beef with this place is that its marketed as a restaurant but it's really not. The food is primarily pre-made and pre-packaged same day, and the service is counter-based. Chicago Raw as a good place to go when grabbing something on-the-run . For a sit-down dinner not so much. read more

We had raw for dinner. Here are what we had; Raw sample platter $13 Egg salad $8 Sweet potato $14 Overall, very very salty....need lots of water afterwards Raw sample platter has chocolate minty dessert, garden burger, cheese ravioli, spagetti. Overall 3 out of 5. Again...all salty Sweet potato pancake...oh....taste was not pleasant...I am sorry but just not good. Too much spinch barely taste sweet potato. Egg salad. This was the best overall...but ok and salty. I am glad we tried more of it today...but I am not sure if I will try more of the salty food. Feel heathier eating veggie raw food but not sure of the salt. read more

Dan is awesome! The pad thai noodles are a must have, the tiramisu was light and delicious, and the breakfast muffins were surprisingly filling. Add to that fantastic customer service and you have the recipe for a place that cant be beat. Dan was super gracious and stayed open past closing hours so I can complete my purchase, and helped me out with a receipt for expense reporting later; true customer service. See y'all next time I'm in town! read more

This place has changed my perception of vegan food. I am obsessed with the raw pizza! So so good

Worker was friendly but smoothies are extremely over priced for how small they are and only come in one size. got 2 smoothies, didn't like either and when we tried to return one for an exchange or refund, they wouldn't allow it. read more

suuuuper fresh raw vegan in Chicago... i usually suspiciously eye the raw salads they have at my local juicery bc the food items have a much lower turnover rate, so they aren't as fresh, but here they prepare everything daily! the salads are large and filling, and the lasagna and the mint square are heavenly as well. as a vegan who makes raw food 50% of the time, i imagine that raw veg food is pretty hard to make taste good in an industrial setting because of crispy things getting soggy/importance of fresh produce, etc. but they manage amazingly here! just check the ingredients list under each item u will gasp at the healthy whole foods superfoods that they use to concoct these raw masterpieces :O read more

Tried this place based on the rave reviews and the fact that I'm trying to get more vegan food in my life. I tried the Signature Sampler Plate (Spaghetti and meatball, garden burger, ravioli, key lime dessert), tuna pate, and Polly's brownie. The spaghetti was delicious--so was the key lime dessert and Polly's brownie! Tuna pate was a bit spicy for me but I can see how others would like it. My gripe is that the garden burger and ravioli were both too salty. I liked the idea, and I think they would taste good, but the saltiness made both inedible. Another gripe was the service at the store. The girl at the counter was texting when I walked in, looked up long enough to say hi, and went right back to her phone. Didn't ask if she could help me, or if I was looking for anything in particular. I'm not expecting the red carpet, but if your food is lacking in certain areas, make sure your customer service is on point. Debating whether I'll be back, but I'm questioning how this has 4+ stars overall. read more

The service is great and the food is always awesome. Bgabs is definitely a great place for food and the chance to talk with the owner who is hella nice. Love the vegan cheese fries Thank you Bgabs. read more

Delicious vegan treats!! It actually tastes really good and not just in a vegan way if you know what I mean. Like I would actually get this if I weren't vegan like myself. Please give this a shot. Almost convinced me to try being vegan, but I remembered all the places and things I like to eat and that thought ended after 2 seconds. read more

The ravioli is to die for, but the real star of the show is the customer service. I loved learning about the creation process of the food at Chicago Raw and the owner's passion for sustainable local business. Expensive, but worth it for the experience. You'll be full for hours! read more

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The owner was amazing. Knowledgable, personable and just a pleasure to chat with. The food was heavenly!! Just what I needed to fuel my Chicago tourist walkabout. I even took a few goodies for the plane ride home. read more

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I got one of their raw carrot muffins last night, couldn't wait till morning to enjoy it.......this morning, when I took a bite of it, it tasted as I imagine acrylic paint would taste like (pretty disgusting)... Then I looked at the inside of my muffin and saw white mould around walnuts YAK! I hope I'm not gonna get sick from that bite of my "special breakfast" today read more

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This is my second time at Chicago Raw and they did not let my down...the tuna (I swear it must be fresh out of the sea) hits on point. The garden burger is a favorite hands down and I'm so happy I purchased two samplers (you will not want to share this)...the lemon square turned me on and the Mousse au Chocolate is my new boyfriend ...if you can't tell I'm your new best friend Chicago Raw, I will be back. #youmakevegan/rawlifeeasy read more

I had the spiritual grapefruit and it was quite yummy although I was disappointed by the size for the price. They should at least have various sizes available. I also had their apple pie and it tasted quite yummy and fresh. Staff was quite friendly and they had a couple of samples for you to try for free. read more

I love raw Vegan, I am one of those people who can't eat it everyday, I wish I could though. We had the raw pizza, and the zucchini noodles and for dessert Carrot cake and a chocolate brownie. So delicious! If you love raw, definitely come here! read more

Today I had the raw "Spaghetti and meatball" with zucchini noodle. It was very good, I will have it again. Have had the raw pizza before. Everything is freshly made and prepared with taste. Also plus that they stay open kinda late for a vegan spot. read more

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actually the worst açai bowl I've ever had. here's why: 1. The açai bowl wasn't made fresh and instead was pulled right from the fridge. half of it was already liquid, while the menu says it should be a thick sorbet. 2. the protein powder added is so chalky and evident in the bowl, making the base not enjoyable to get down. 3. The bowl given is only 1/4 filled with base and 1/4 toppings. look, I understand and appreciate the raw and fresh ingredients used, but for the price/taste/presentation, this fell short for me. read more

I bought their signature sampler ($13) to bring back to my hotel for lunch: raw ravioli, spaghetti with Meatball, and garden burger plus little dessert. If you've never tried raw food, this is probably a good introduction. Tastes different than traditional ravioli or spaghetti cuz it's raw vegan...but it was really good. Seems pricy maybe but I was really full. Service was very friendly and helpful. This is carry-out only. I'd return next time I'm in Chicago. It would be nice to have some outdoor seating. Maybe next year? read more

Everything here is worth giving a taste, especially the ravioli and muffins. It is important to remember that although this food is very healthy and responsibly sourced, many of the cheeses and sauces are nut based so they can be heavy in fat if you overindulge! I will always recommend this cafe to anyone looking for a quick bite or wanting to try something new! read more

This place was so good, I went twice during my weekend stay. For breakfast on Friday I had the "egg salad" sandwich, which kept me satisfied without feeling heavy. For dinner on Sunday I had the chili croquettes with couscous and hummus that so positively delicious, I would have purchased every last container of it had I not needed to be on a plane back to NY in the morning. I also had the raw brownie, which was like a delicious pudding treat. Honestly, I would love a place like Raw Chicago in New York - great food, great selections, great service, great portions, great price. There is no vegan or raw place I've tried in NY that has all of these qualities; raw food here is normally very expensive, with extremely small portions. But I have an official go-to spot in Chicago! read more

It's difficult to find raw food that tastes as good as it is healthy. Raw Chicago accomplishes just that. The green juice, garlic sticks, and hummus were my favorites. I wish there was a place like this in my hometown. read more

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RAW YUM. Super fresh and filling raw delights! I'm fairly new to raw fine dining. (other than juice, apples and salads) My experience here was amazing! I went a little overboard wanting to try as much as possible. I sampled the empanadas, which were slighly spicy but perfect. Fresh beet and ginger juice...had a great kick and a parfait type cup with apples and cashew cream. It was to die for. I also tried a truffle and and the falafel hummus sandwich. ALL SO GOOD. The group I was with was surprised we were all so full for the seemingly small portions. For the labor and love that goes into these beautiful raw foods, the price is worth it. Bonus - Populace Coffee is super. Chicago Raw sells the beans and the brews. read more

The food tastes fantastic, and everything is all natural. They even have carry out options because you will want to take some home.

We live in in Indiana and always come here when we visit family. This is the best raw food ever. Great friendly and informative service. Highly recommend. read more

Got the kale salad with orange slices on top twice. Yummy for on-the-go kale fix - would like slightly less dressing on it, but the freshness is awsome. Their garlic stix took a second to get used to, but now I"m actually addicted to them. Here on Chicago vacation and staying at a hotel nearby- and I loved just picking up treats from here on the way to other destinations. People are super nice and helpful -- and very enthusiastic about their wares. P.S. Would be nice if their garlic stix were in a ziploc or were resealable. ;) read more

BLISS! Little quaint Vegan store. My friend and I were in town from DC and Dubai. The lady helping us was a sweetheart attentive and super patient! Loved her energy and spirit! Open a location in DC and Dubai! Oh and everything tastes better than the other.. The green smoothie, reddish cabbage ginger drink, the sampler, cookie carrot cake, brownies.. Literally we bought EVERYTHING! read more

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Love this place! Great smoothies, salads, deserts, snacks, juices, supplements & skincare products!! So far my favorite purchases are: -coconut water -all-in-one superfood smoothie -garden fresh salad -mock tuna pate sandwich -garden burgers -ride the wave -tiramisu -truffles -protein powder (product) -green protein alchemy (product) -arcona men's productivity face scrub (product) This should be your healthy go-to for any Chicagoan in the river north area. read more

Great options and friendly staff. I tried the tiramisu and it was fantastic! Like many raw restaurants, it is a touch expensive. But that is often the tradeoff for multiple high quality ingredients. read more

Definitely a solid raw joint. Not the best Ive had, but okay. Its extremely expensive, and hit or miss when it comes to the entrees. pros: -desserts are ALL amazing -always samples of things - definitely try the hummus and "breads" . - empanadas, salads,all super delish !!! cons: -raw veggie burger is totally disgusting . like beyond disgusting -many entrees are just "blah" and are bad mishmashes of tastes -no juices that don't involve sugar - most / many of the dishes even entrees have ADDED AGAVE . why???? as someone with glycemic control issues this is totally ridiculous and unncessary. Any raw place that adds sugar just doesnt get it read more

This place has some delicious food! I ordered the collard burrito, raw rolls, and spinach lasagna. I'd say the burrito and rolls were yummy favorites, but they were all really good. My only complaints are that it's a bit pricey for pre packaged foods, and it can be a bit inconsistent regarding the freshness of the foods, but I guess that's to be expected. If you're looking for a quick meal that'll leave you satisfied and feeling good, this is the place for you! read more

This place is full of vegan delicious food, saladas, juces, ice cream, raw chips. Dont give it a 5 star because its not a resturabt is more like a vegan grocery store, lots of protein products, kind of a little market, but there is no actually a confortable place to sit down and have lunch. read more

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I haven't logged into Yelp in five years. I don't even have the app on my phone. This place was so incredible and Yelp did such a solid introducing me to it that I had to pay it forward!!! The owner/operator was so sweet and offered to even heat the tumeric and ginger elixers i bought into a hot, delicious tea that is totally curing me of illness. If I lived in Chicago I'd go here every day in winter for that! Go here, go here, go here. The best. read more

Absolutely delicious and healthy Staff is really welcoming Definitely coming back again read more

It's a real raw place with a focus on quality, delicious food. I had a sampler. Ravioli shells with thinly sliced turnip soaked in lemon juice and the turnip tastes just like a noodle. They make everything from scratch every morning and a huge variety is available. I'll be back. read more

If you like raw food, I really liked this place. Their desserts are amazing. Food is expensive. Premium prices. But you are getting whole raw food alternatives. read more

This place is AMAZING!! You MUST HAVE the apple pie. Did I say you must have the APPLE PIE!! The acai bowl is great. And get the carrot muffin for a snack later. The kale chips look amazing but next time will grab these! read more

One word: amazing! Key lime pie. Apple pie. If you had to get anything here, you must at least get one of the above. This place is awesome. Polly is super knowledgeable and friendly. My husband and o spent over an hour enjoying our delicious treats but also enjoying a conversation with the super wonderful owner. We live in LA and Dallas but LOVE Chicago and will for sure be back here every time we visit the Windy City! read more