I haven't eaten processed foods in over 4 years, so it's really challenging to dine out. So when I found out about True Food Kitchen I was super excited. There are not enough places that focus on real ingredients that highlight the taste of the actual food without drowning in sauce, salt, and oil. So far I've only eaten here once but that is enough for me to be hooked. I can't wait to explore more of the menu items and the juices! Thank you True Food Kitchen for making it easy to dine out without having to worry about what is in the food! read more

True Food Kitchen is my go-to when I want to eat healthy, yet still indulge. Their food is so fresh, creative, flavorful and unique, and the ingredients are always high quality. I've loved every meal I've ever had there, but my absolute favorites are the chopped salad, the edamame dumplings, the charred cauliflower, the ancient grains bowl, the spaghetti squash casserole and the prickly pear tea, but I will be going back soon to try even more options (the Korean noodle bowl and corn tortilla soup are calling my name). As a vegetarian, it's so refreshing to have so many high quality vegan and vegetarian options, while my husband can still get a great burger, steak or fish. I also think it's one of those rare places where you can go for brunch, lunch or dinner, and the vibe is equally good. This spot is great for everyone from families with kids to couples to groups of friends for brunch or a night out. read more

Although it took about 90+ minutes for our table (we were told 45 minutes when we walked in without a reservation), the food is always worth the wait. Our party had everything from the flatbreads, the pad thai (with various proteins), the guac appetizer, and the sea bass....all of which were phenomenal. We were a bit disappointed in the service (more so the of lack of communication from the the two hostesses in the front), but we entertained ourselves with a bottle of wine at the bar (or two). It is conveniently located next to Barry's so I'm sure I'll be back for a post workout meal with friends. read more

The first time I visited a True Food Kitchen was in Atlanta, Georgia and I loved it. So you could imagine my excitement when I moved to Chicago only to find there's one here as well. I've already been twice in one week! It's become my new obsession. The staff is friendly, the decor is beautiful and the food is amazing, I mean what more could you ask for? I'm sure you're wondering why I would give such an awesome place 4 stars instead of five....the price! My friend and I both ordered the honey lemonade, two salads and the mushroom pizza and our bill was close to $80! However you get what you pay for. Ingredients are organic and they don't use refined sugars so I'm willing to pay for good quality food and not crap. I wouldn't recommend a family dinning here because your bill is going to be way over $100. However if you're out with friends and wanna get some awesome food swing by True Food Kitchen! Oh and the brunch is pretty good too. read more

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Nice surprise find! Great ambiance, good food options for vegans, and friendly staff. Ancient grains bowl is a must try item! read more

True Food Kitchen - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Excellent, healthy and fresh options at True Food Kitchen. Wished there were more of these restaurants around the city!

So delicious!!! I am a vegan but my niece is not and we were both blown away. We both had pizza and it was the best vegan pizza I've ever had by a long shot. She raved about her non-vegan pizza and ate more than I'd ever seen her eat. The lettuce cup app was also fantastic. I the atmosphere was great and our waiter was excellent. read more

One of the best food experiences in my life. As one of my friends would say, "its like eating a hug". Great service great fooddd!

The manager did reach out to me and apologized for the experience. We are very excited to try it out again!

There's no guess work as to what goes into the food, it's straight forward sourcing which makes for an amazing meal. The shakes are amazing, as you can taste the ingredients. There is minimal seasoning which I prefer as it allows you to taste the ingredients. I would recommend this place for a healthy meal. I will say it's a bit pricey but you pay for the ambience and ingredients. Also there's a patio! read more

Staff is friendly. Food is good. But the place is infested with fruit flies. Very over priced. This is my second time eating here and both times I was not impressed. LYFE kitchen is better food wise. read more

Very allergy/dietary restriction friendly! And delicious! Service was friendly and a good speed considering how busy it was. Fun drinks and creative seasonal menu! read more

Oh my god! The quinoa Johnny cakes and avacado toast with egg. Perfect brunch for 2. This was place is lovely, so well designed and just feels good to be in. Loved it here. read more

My second time here was a much better experience! Our server Trevor was super attentive and friendly. I ordered the Mediterranean chicken pita and my friend ordered the T.L.T. I'm not usually a huge fan of kale salad but it was really yummy! My Mediterranean chicken pita sandwich really hit the spot. I love that they added grapes in the sandwich. The lighting and decor are really lovely. It's a nice cozy place. My only issue is that the portion sizes are pretty small. I had to eat more after I left. Otherwise it was a really nice experience and my friend and I had a wonderful time. read more

Excellent service, Beautiful Decor, Friendly Staff always smiling, & to my surprise the freshly made healthy food was wayyyyyyy better then expected. Try the Ancient Grain Bowl with Tofu it's fire!!! Will be back again for sure! read more

We were visitng from out of town and we usually enjoy the location in Newport Beach but our experience here was very lack luster. The vegan spaghetti squash pizza was very mediocre and the service was extremely slow. Our server seemed like his head was in the clouds and I was confused with some of our interactions. I have a feeling that this was an unusual occurrence for this location so I'm reluctant to leave an average review. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago and was surprised to find that it was a chain. Especially enjoy their apps/shareables including the edamame dumplings, charred cauliflower and guac as well as their bowls. Only downside is the slow service since the place is packed during most dinner times read more

From now this is my favorite spot for breakfast and lunch! I am a person who enjoys healthy/unprocessed food and friendly/light atmosphere and this place has both! We came here for lunch on weekend and got a table immediately; there are always many people, but they always should have place for two as the restaurant is huge. Food: "Garden scramble" (from breakfast) was amazing! Fyi, "garden scramble" and "Ancient grains" are almost the same, the difference are the presence of egg in one and peas in another. Service is very friendly, I would say like an atmosphere in general. Ideal place for family brunch. read more

I went to True Food Kitchen with my boss for a lunch and we were so impressed. The restaurant is beautiful on the inside. It has a very open feel with several different types of tables to accommodate different parties for guests. We both had bowls that were served with delicious vegetables. My boss ordered the key lime pie for dessert and it was to die for. SO GOOD. I highly recommend this place for lunch if you are in the River North area. I'll be back. read more

Visiting for work and this place was perfect. Great atmosphere, amazing food and service. I had the turkey burger and it was amazing. Really reasonable prices for the portion size. read more

I read the reviews of True Food and was excited to try it out but it just wasn't that impressive. The chicken salad I ordered didn't come with chicken, you had to add it on which is the weirdest thing to me - don't advertise it as a chicken salad if the chicken is actually an add on. The two friends I was with were also unimpressed with what was considered add ons given the item descriptions/names. Gave three stars because the hospitality was great, as was the vinaigrette that came with my salad. read more

Wonderful lunch spot that serves up food that is both delicious and healthy. I tried the seasonal salad that was absolutely wonderful. The butternut squash pizza is also a great option. They offer a ton of fun cocktails that I am looking forward to trying next time I visit. read more

I love this place. LOVE YOUR MOTHER. I was lucky to find it as soon as they opened in 2016. I have introduced many of my friends to True Food Kitchen. I have since visited locations in Santa Monica and El Segundo, California simply because my Chicago TFK is so awesome and I miss it when I'm not in Chicago. read more

I came to Chicago for work and didn't want to eat crap all week. In my search for healthy eats, I found True Food Kitchen. What a great place!! I've had four meals from here in a week and everyone has been good, if not great! I've had the Herb Hummus, Ancient Grain Bowl, Guacamole, Seabass, Organic Kale Salad and the Seasonal Vegetables. Their ancient grain mix is so yummy!! Wish I had one of these back home in NJ. Definitely has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants. read more

Came for lunch and was impressed by their chicken sausage lasagna dish. It was very tasty and was also a very healthy dish. Service was friendly. Would definitely recommend trying out this place if in the area. I will be back. read more

Varied menu, reasonably priced, tasty food and good wait staff. It is a little noisy and the restaurant was only about 1/2 full but we could carry on a conversation. They can customize anything so good for allergies. read more

Horrible, inedible food. Waiters are misinformed. Atmosphere and attitude is so fake LA. All these pseudo healthy menu items and nothing with any taste! Would be great if you could just get real, good tasting food without having to try too hard! read more

Being vegan is hard sometimes when it comes to finding a place to have a truly amazing dining experience but this spot did just that. The food was delicious. Our bottle of wine was perfect. The atmosphere is minimalist inspired, beautiful and inciting. I loved my time here at True Food while visiting a Chicago. The shiitake lettuce cups are a must. The squash pie with coconut whipped is mouthwatering and the serving size is huge! read more

Nice casual spot with healthy options and good service. Definitely try the edamame dumplings, they are amazing. For the main dish I usually go with the Ancient Grains bowl. read more

Nice relatively new place with high ceilings and good music which they don't blast. Portions are pretty generous. We had the Mediterranean Quinoa Salad for a starter. Also, the main meal we had the Moroccan Chicken dish which was also very tasty. I split both of these dishes with my wife and we were full. Also, the menu has many items that are gluten free. Great food, good service at a reasonable price. read more

Totally blown away by this place!! It is by far my new favorite restaurant. Amazing menu. I can't even say enough good things. I am a self proclaimed health-nut, and never knew such places like this existed. Amazing cocktails, delicious menu, such a cool vibe from the atmosphere and ambiance. My only complaint is that the closest one is 3 hours from my home! Come to Indy, True Foods!!! read more

Cool atmosphere, great service, amazing food and tons of vegan options. Would definitely go back! The seasonal menu had a lot of options.

True Food is an excellent addition to the River North to satisfy your healthy meal need post work out. Located next to Barry's Bootcamp and ~1-2 blocks away from Studio Three, True Food has become my regular go-to place to get healthy meal. Teriyaki Bowl and Ancient Grain are my favorite although the price tag isn't for made for your daily meal. I would certainly recommend True Food to get your meal post work out. read more

Good concept . Great atmosphere . Menus is full of healthier options , but portions very small and everything is pre-made. I was kind of disappointed. It's better option but quality isn't there... we ordered cauliflower it little saggy , tasted okay but you can tell that it is not freshly made. Not sure if I go back.. there is so many other better options. read more

I love this place and can't wait until they open one up in my hometown. Everything there was fabulous, even the service! Love it!

Cool place! Nice atmosphere, great staff, and fantastic food. Glad I chose to grab a bite before heading back to Indiana!

Last meal in Chicago after a 4 day vacation. Just my wife and I. We ordered a mostly vegan meal and the highlight was the butternut squash pizza with almond ricotta cheese. Home made with fresh ingredients and great flavor. I also recommend the mixed drink specials. And last but not least, the service was incredible! read more

I was excited to try this place as I live right down the street. Ordered the quinoa burger which just crumbled when I picked it up. Chicken salad was fine but much smaller salad than you can get down the street at sweetgreen. Overpriced. read more

Food is great. Service not so much. Every one is nice and friendly but sooooo slow. My meal came out before my wine. They seem understaffed for waitresses/waiters. Hi Christina F. I'd be happy to DM you except I see no way to contact you or Scott via your message. read more

While in Chicago my husband and I stumbled upon this place. At first we thought it was a healthy fast-food place (like Sweetgreen) but were pleasantly surprised when I came in. The space is enormous and very pretty! We got seated right away and our waitress started taking our drink orders just a couple of minutes later. We shared one appetizer and the main dish. Instead of bringing additional dishes, the food came already divided- which I thought was very nice. We had the Moroccan Lentil Soup (Daily market Soup), the Herb Hummus and the Spicy Panag Curry...Everything was incredibly flavorful and ultra fresh! We will definitely go back to this place when we're back in Chicago! I highly recommend it! read more

True Food Kitchen - Beautiful space - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois