Solid place, plenty of vegan options! Boyfriend got an iced coffee, rated it 5 stars I got the sweet tart smoothie & added the super greens boost & vegan protein :) very filling! Place has tons of seating & very cute white modern tables. Music is a bit loud. Happy to see protein bar is still around cos I was first here at this location in 2013! Cashier was very sweet. You could work w the WiFi if loud music doesn't bother you. Thanks protein bar! I was so hangry before my smoothie - now I'm happy again! read more

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Quick stop the pillow little grub in the tub. Burning up some carbs walking around the city lakefront. Easy order, walk up to the counter. Friendly service with a smile I ordered the side on which is organic, roasted tofu, romaine, peanuts, carrots, red onion, green onion, and brown rice with a very scrumptious carrot ginger dressing. Healthy, grub, good protein, and fiber and low on the net carb - again good delicious grub to fill my hungry tub! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Saigon bowl - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My first protein bar meal did not disappoint! I have been wanting to try protein bar for a while so I downloaded the app and was given a free entree promo to try it which was an awesome incentive! I ordered on the app and got the Japanese bbq salmon bowl, and added some kale and tomatoes for some extra veggies. I wasn't sure what to expect from the portion or freshness of the salmon but was actually impressed by the size of the fish and the fullness of the bowl. The dressing on this bowl was fabulous and it was a well balanced and fresh meal. Full price this came out to about $16, so definitely one of their pricier bowls. I'm excited to come back to try more! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Japanese BBQ Salmon Bowl (added tomatoes, carrots, and kale) - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very speedy. I get the same thing every day and they are very consistent. Lots of indoor space. They give a lot of avocado if you order it. As the cheapest salad option in the loop, I'll keep coming back read more

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I ordered the Very Berry smoothie without the agave syrup and it was perfect! I also ordered a bowl and the dressing, balance of flavors, all was great! read more

I'm in town visiting the Leo Burnett building for work, and a coworker recommended this spot for lunch - I loved it! The price is what I expected for a health-food restaurant. My salad totaled out to be about $12 with tax - but I felt the portion size matched it since it comes in a big bowl. We ordered online for pickup and it was ready on the shelf at the exact time we asked! Super easy to run down between meetings. I ordered the Harvest Salad, and I highly recommend it. It's packed with toppings and high protein to keep you full. My favorite parts were the goat cheese, brussel sprouts & roasted butternut squash - like fall in a bowl! I just wish the goat cheese was crumbles instead of a big dollop. Overall, this is a great little lunch spot that's not too overpriced. If I'm back, I'd love to try some other dishes! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Harvest Salad - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Overall would recommend for affordable fresh healthy food. Love that the menu on grub hub includes macros and calories. I definitely want to come back! Did a grub hub order here and it was ready as I arrived. Quick and friendly service. It felt like a fast casual place more so than a dining in ambiance but you certainly could sit and eat your food. Also, visiting in from NYC, the prices were very good for the quantity. I hopped in during my lunch break and it was quick and painless. I got a Ging & Juice shake which was actually amazing! The tang from the ginger combined with the pineapple acidulante and sweet vanilla protein powder was perfection got this with a Cobb salad and asked for seeds, arugula and rainbow carrots on top which was free. Note that the online menu is different than what they have in store/on grub hub. read more

I ordered the green goddess wrap, spinach and pesto bar-rito, as well as the perk smoothie from Postmates. I was really satisfied with everything - the items were all tasty yet healthy. I appreciated the restaurant providing the macros on the menu as well and loved knowing I was getting my protein in. I would come again! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was craving something healthy for lunch but didn't want to spend an arm and a leg- so I decided to try Protein Bar! WHAT I ORDERED: I got the Summer Carnitas Bowl which was perfect! The flavors were great, and the pork was extremely tender and delicious! I didn't expect the quality of the food to be as good as it was for a fast casual place! VIBE: I ordered to-go and it couldn't of been easier. My order was ready exactly when I scheduled it, and it was still warm which isn't often the case with to-go orders! I was very pleased. read more

I got the morning mexacali scramble for breakfast. It was pretty good when I put a ton of hot sauce on it. It is nice that I can choose to get this with egg whites only. It was the right size for breakfast and they gave an ample amount of guacamole. The price point for breakfast is nearly $6 so it is steep for a quick breakfast. I would only get this for special occasions or if i was really hungry. If you use the ritual app to order this you get a few dollars off. I really do not like the smell of protein bar...everytime I pass it has a weird distinct smell.. read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - mexacali bowl partially eaten - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Was traveling for work so this place was key keeping up with my protein goals! Food was healthy a tasty! Vibe was very chill

Incredible price for the quantity of salad. I always like eating here on my lunch break. It's super quick and inexpensive.

Armed robbery. Paid over $17 for just a carnitas bowl and a tiny bag of skinny dipped almonds and on top of that my bowl was half empty (pictures attached). This is an insult to your customers and you are taking advantage of the inflationary environment to not only jack your prices twice the rate of inflation but ALSO serve smaller portions! And you guys still have the nerve to ask for a tip for counter service! Hope these bad practices eventually catch up to you once customers say enough! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Peaceful environment and great food! I stopped in during spring break week while in the area at 'Harold Washington College' which sits on the other side of N. State St. I took several minutes looking at their huge menu on the wall which consisted of a variety of vegetarian foods. That prompted me to question the employee at the register on what he recommends trying. I believe his name is Kenny, but my receipt says Carlos. Kenny recommended the 'Black Bean Bowl' because of what it had in it and also what I had the taste for. I visited this location 10 minutes until close and the employees did not have a problem with me staying until I finished which allowed me to relax and enjoy my bowl. For the employees recommendation, I'am not only a fan of Protein Bar & Kitchen, but also a fan of the 'Black Bean Bowl' and will most definitely stop in again for another round while at my college campus. As for this location it deserves nothing less than five stars because of its location in the tourist & Chicagoan heavy Chicago loop, and also the employees professionalism. Enjoy, Thomas G read more

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This is my new go-to spot. First order (of many) I tried: - Quinoa chili (veg chili, cheddar & Greek yogurt) - Market (celery, apple, kale, parsley, spinach) raw juice Since then, I've tried a couple salads and three of their smoothies, which were all good. True, the lettuce was a bit wilted in one or two of them, and that was a bummer, but it is also hard to find non-wilted lettuce outside Northern California. Opportunities for improvement: use non-GMO, organic produce (because I'm not sure if they do). Also, perhaps tone down the sugar in some of the smoothies? But, kudos for posting this detailed nutritional info, when almost no one else does! :) read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Fruit Loop'd smoothie with whey protein & almond milk! - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Too many chicken options.. But that's just me being selfish. More veggie options pleaaaase :) Really good, healthy protein (obvi) heavy options for about 6$. A nice warm bowl is perfect post workout, esp on those chilly days.... The salads just sound unappetizing in this weather haha Food comes out quickly but I'd stay away from their juices n smoothies since they don't use organic produce... Not worth the cost. There's an outlet by the table across from the restrooms and a few near the tables by the entry for obsessive phone users that are always lurking for open outlets :P read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - The bowls are crazy filing. Totally worth 6$ - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love Protein Bar! Always stuck to the Bar-rito's and Buffalo was my favorite. Why? This was the only food where I felt like it was properly portioned. Eating the entire bar-rito doesn't bloat me and feels rather satisfying, clean, and lightweight. I never thought I'd say that about food... read more

How stoked was I when I discovered a Protein Bar about 30 steps from my hotel in Chicago. I had been at a Washington, D.C., Protein Bar one time for a smoothie and I wanted to go back to try something new. My co-worker and I agreed on Protein Bar for dinner and were both very pleased. I had the Superfood Salad, which was excellent -- healthy and tasty. My co-worker had one of the sandwiches, which she said was delicious. Now I need to schedule more business trips to Chicago, just to make my way through the Protein Bar menu. read more

I was famished so stopped in for a light bite. The menu features creative vegan choices and well documented macros. Food was tasty and cheap. read more

I've seen Protein Bar throughout the city several times, but I never ventured in until recently. I"m a fan! To start, the menus here are very well laid out, and perfect for the hungry customer looking to satisfy not only their appetite, but to also meet their macros/caloric goals! The ingredients of the different food options here are laid out, along with a few alternatives/substitutes. In addition, I thought it was super helpful to see not only the calories of each dish, but also the protein content! Maybe this only appeals to a certain audience, but it was definitely a plus in my book! The Korean BiBi-Q dish I got was pretty tasty, although it tasted pretty similar to what I would have expected from reading the ingredients on the menu. I LOVED the avo-matcha smoothie, though (and have since tried to re-create it on my own)! It was creamy, refreshing, sweet, and fresh. I didn't expect myself to like a chain restaurant so much, but I was very pleasantly surprised with my experience today! read more

Overview: A hit-or-miss location for one of my lunch/quick dinner staples. The good: I love protein bar's menu, so usually I leave a satisfied customer. The prices aren't the best, but that's the loop for you. Always filling and every option I've ever had is tasty. And, of course, it's on the healthier side which is nice. The not-so-good: It's either hit or miss with this location. Sometimes I've been and they are friendly, the food is hot, and the wait is short. Other times, it's the exact opposite. Otherwise, it's your typical protein bar, so overall it's good stuff. Atmosphere: 7.5/10 Service: 8/10 Food: 8/10 read more

This was a good find after staying out so long in the sun watching at The Lions Clubs International parade at State Street. Found this one at the corner and al the healthy stuff you can find. I ordered their ne drink Ginger Juice and so good. All the staff, special mention to Los, were all helpful. Great healthy place! read more

For the most part I love protein bar. I love that almost all their smoothies can be made vegan and they have decent vegan options. It's really nice to be able to find vegan options with so much protein! However, this time I was a little disappointed by my smoothie order. The Big Date shake ended up being pretty bland (first time ordering it). It also wasn't blended very well, but I didn't mind too much because there were only a few small chunks of dates, which are delicious in any form. However, I really didn't like the cacao nibs in it--they were super hard and impossible to chew. Good thing they were small because they weren't pleasant. Normally I like cacao nibs; I know why these were so hard. I won't order this shake again, but I do want to come back and try the candy cane shake!! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Big Date Shake (vegan and also finished-I was hungry!) - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had bookmarked Protein Bar after hearing about it on an online food blog. When I finally made it out to Chicago, I knew it would be a must stop. We stopped by this location on our first day in the city. I love the interior design-- similar to Veggie Grill in CA. The menus were clearly placed on large TVs. The staff was friendly and helpful during our decision process. I ended up going with the Millennium Perk Smoothie with almond milk and vegan protein. The smoothie was perfectly executed. It was balanced with the coffee and chocolate flavors and definitely not too sweet. The next day, we sampled the Fruit Loop'd Smoothie, The Red Line Smoothie, and the Santa Fe Breakfast Burrito. Again, all the items were delicious! The burrito was a tad salty, but it was still filling and healthy. Overall, I was very impressed with the concept and I wish we had a Protein Bar in the Bay Area! read more

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Protein Bar is located at the bottom of the Renaissance Hotel (where I was staying while in Chicago). I noticed the long lines during lunch and decided to try it out. Menu consists of smoothies, bowls, wraps, chilis, and salads. Thinking that a bowl would be more like a quinoa based - I ordered the Black Bean Bowl. SO DISAPPOINTED. It was literally a bowl of black beans with a sprinkle of cheese and quinoa. I could have made this myself by heating up a can of black beans at home! Could not bring myself to eat this after a few bites. Luckily I had ordered the Southwest Chicken Salad ($9.99) to-go also. The portion size was big, the salad was hearty and filling with ingredients like black beans, quinoa, and avocado. My only complaint would be the super spicy salad dressing. Luckily I got it on the side! But unless you like spicy flavors, ask for a different dressing! The best part of my Protein Bar experience was a smoothie! I ordered the Millennium Perk - which contained chocolate and espresso protein, milk, and cocoa malt. It was a delicious, creamy, chocolately, and lightly sweetened icy treat! I would definitely be back for just their smoothie! All-in-all, Protein Bar was a great way to get a healthy, hearty, and quick lunch! read more

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I have often hear mixed reviews about this place as some say its great and others say it ok or it sucks. I checked it out for myself as my office moved nearby. I usually go to lunch around 11:30 to avoid any lines so the place had not filled up yet. I wanted to go with one of their bar-ritos so I chose the Capone. The Capone includes chicken, spinach, marinara, cheese and quinoa. Quite messy, but was pretty good. I tcame back a month later and got the Original Protein Bar-rito. Very tasteless as it was like eating air in a solid form. The OPB includes chicken, black beans, quinoa, cilantro & cheddar cheese. Weak and I was mad I spent money on it I will possibly go back, but will not get the OPB. People here seem pretty nice as well read more

I did a juice cleanse (I know: what was I thinking), and although I was finished, I found myself hankering to wash my biscoff and donut pocket (see my review on Stan's Donuts) down with some micro minerals. Luckily, there was a Protein Bar located downtown near the corner of Michigan and Randolph. There were five cold-pressed juices to choose from, so I went with the greenest and least caloric: the Market (kale, romaine, spinach, celery, apple, ginger, cucumber, parsley, lemon and lime). The drink was just what I needed. I'm glad to know that Protein Bar is there when my stomach needs a break from my self-indulgent binges in the Windy City. read more

I am so happy that this Protein Bar location finally opened! I visited the restaurant for an early lunch with a colleague. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted. We ended up ordering the Original Bar-rito. During the entire ordering process, I was highly impressed by the friendliness and professionalism of the staff. One associate suggested to enjoy some Cholula sauce with the Bar-rito. Great suggestion! The bar-rito was delicious. It tastes healthy, but not in a bad way. What a welcome change to myriad of unhealthy burrito joints. I love the way they wrap the bar-rito and the flavors were wonderful. The size of the dish was perfect, and left me feeling full and happy. I will definitely be back! Probably too often... read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Dis-gus-ting! This place had gone downhill and the quality of food is terrible. I used to love all the healthy options that this restaurant offered, but lately the veggies in the salads are simply rotten. I ordered a salad with avocado and was horrified when I brought it into my office-not only the entire avocado was brown, it had rotten moldy spots. I decided to give it another chance and ordered a Hi-Fi smoothie which I used to like a lot. Well, it was not even half-blended. Large chunks of pineapple and unblended kale leaves made it impossible to drink through the straw. I mean, chunks a few inches big! Come on, Protein Bar--I used to like you, but I am going to Freshii from now on. read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Can you even call this a smoothie? I tried to eat it with a fork and then threw this entire $8 creation into the garbage. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I love this fast food place. Healthier salad options, great wraps and smoothies, all done to the same standards as other locations. Friendly employees, too. This is a good location--close enough to State Street and close enough to the theaters so you can grab a quick bite before a show. My favorite is their spinach pesto burrito with extra spinach. Extra great! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The Avo-matcha protein smoothie is really good if you're a fan of matcha or the green tea frap from Starbucks. It is almost identical to that. But obviously with more wholesome ingredients and is a healthier option overall. The only downside is the price - $6 for a small smoothie is a bit ridiculous. I may return to try somethings on the menu. The staff is helpful and fast with the drinks. read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Avo-Matcha small - $6 - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The amount of love I have for this place is sort of ridiculous. We stopped in for a quick bite before a Cubs game during our trip to Chicago, and then literally ended up coming back for a meal or snack every day during our trip. I am trying to convince my brother in law to open a franchise in Tampa, I loved it that much. My love for Protein Bar may be magnified by the fact that there is nowhere in Tampa to get fresh raw juice (Hi-5 = amazing) and quinoa bowls. The smoothies are awesome too. Try to the quinoa chicken chili or the buffalo chicken bowl. Both were tasty and extremely filing. Obviously I am a fan. If anyone opens a location in Tampa I will be your biggest supporter! read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Quinoa chili! - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The pumpkin smoothie I ordered tasted like birthday cake. I couldn't taste any of the pumpkin. If you want a sweet smoothie, it tastes fine, but it's not worth $8.00. read more

This place is the healthy way to start my day! I enjoyed a Wrigley Peeled with vegan protein powder! Hooray! Not every smoothie bar offers vegan protein powder as an option and they do! Happy day! I even added spinach and removed the agave syrup and it was so smooth and tasty. Another breakfast was the Mexicali scramble on a bed of kale. So good!!! The folks here are awesome and friendly, too. This is my fave healthy breakfast spot away from home. read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Mexicali Scramble - yum!!! - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very nice protein packed selections that make for good post-workout food or healthy choices---a little smaller appearing in portion sizes but the density of the items makes up for this. Retro/spaceship decor is fun, including the donut shaped communal table. The sodas are non-traditional and are refreshingly good with free refills. The only downside is the price: you are paying more for the specialty items, so this will keep me going there frequently. read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Cool table - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Been here a few times now. Always get it to go. The bbq burrito (called a bar-rito) was much better than I thought when my boss dragged me into this place the first time. Now I'm dragging my colleagues into this place even though I still can't pronounce the name of that main ingredient - Quinoa . one word - yummy I heard the salads are lame but the steak and bbq chicken burritos are worth a try. Drop a star because there aren't many choices for sides. Speed of services is a little faster than typical for the loop. read more

YUM!!!!! I had the Red Line and it was "smack your mama" good. The Southwest Salad was also a big hit with several in my party. The black beans with Quinoa was also delicious. My biggest complaint about this place is how wasteful they seem to be of resources with all the plastic and paper ware. Let's be more careful with our resources and use dishes for dine in that can be washed and reused. The food and drink was a hit and I only wish there was a location closer to my home. read more

I love Protein Bar. It is rare to find places that offer healthy vegan and non-vegan options. I think their menu is pretty evenly split between meat, vegetarian, and vegan options. I'm the type of person who knows what I like and will stick to what I like. I don't like trying new things, so I can only tell you about the Vegan Original Bar-rito and the Vegetarian Chili. Bar-rito's are so interesting. The way I describe them to my friends are that it's like panini meets burrito. I usually struggle with burritos because I run out of tortilla before I run out of food content, but bar-ritos are easy to eat, thankfully. I'm not sure what brand of vegan cheese they use but it doesn't have that plastic kind of feel or taste to it. Their vegetarian chili is really good too. I don't remember what meat chili tastes like, but the seasoning tasted pretty on point to me. I docked a star because it is kind of pricey for what you are getting. But, I guess I can argue that with all that protein and fiber, I'm usually full for a long time, so I save money on the snacks I would have been eating. read more

Their barritos are quite amazing. The service is efficient and the food tastes great and it also makes you feel great because of all the health advertising that they imbue into your soul. read more

Protein Bar & Kitchen - Original Bar-rito. Quinoa-filled goodness. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food taste great and so do the drinks but the portion sizes they provide definitely don't match the price they're charging you. Other than that they're pretty fast and always friendly and willing to help fix any mistakes with your order. read more