50 Best Salad Restaurants in Chicago

“Server and food were wonderful. HVAC system was loud and blowing down on our table like we should be flying a kite. Had to move to another table. After that all good but still annoying to listen to the loud HVAC system. Would eat there again. Service and food are 5 stars.“

“Amazing breakfast spot that was a random find while in the area. Great service and really cute atmosphere. Kids meals are free with adult purchase & the portions of my son’s teddy bear pancakes were huge! Actually portions of everything is huge. The churro French toast was incredibly delicious and included as a side to my omelette…small upcharge well worth it!! If ever in the area again it will be a must to to revisit!“

“Absolutely incredible first experience, can’t wait to try all the different arancini!“

“The team at this Just Salad is wonderful, always kind, hardworking, and the food is great.

That said, the lunch rush (especially 11:30–1) has become really tough. Today my 11:18 AM pickup order wasn’t ready until 1:15 PM because the ticket got lost in the shuffle — it only got made thanks to the cashier repeatedly flagging it to her manager. Several other customers were in the same situation with missing or delayed online orders, while the line stretched 25 people deep.

I’m sharing this in hopes corporate can help limit or better manage online order volume during peak hours, or add more staff support. The in-store crew is doing their best — they just need backup.“

“Fue una gran sorpresa, porque al entrar a el restaurante te sientes como si estuviese entrando a una casa, con muy buen gusto en la decoración, cómoda y cozy ! El servicio fue muy bueno, profesional y acogedor. Comí la hamburguesa con papitas fritas trufadas y me encantó.  recomienda este restaurante para almuerzo y cena. “

“It was great , very friendly!“

“Enjoyed the Christmas pop-up, very festive and the food is fantastic!“

“Best chicken sandwich I ever had! The chicken soup was also amazing!“

“The espresso drinks are the best in Evanston. My new favorite place to come and work remotely on a weekday morning.“

“I tried the pizzas last night. We had 4 different kinds and they were honestly soooo delicious! Can’t wait for you to open! This is GREAT pizza!!!“

“One of the best local restaurants 🔥🔥“

“Hands down one of the best restaurants in Chicago. It’s rare to find a restaurant where every dish is so flavorful and on point but Elia does it so gracefully! Amazing atmosphere and great service - Ebrar made our dinner experience so enjoyable. Can’t wait to go back!“

“On the evening of July 5 my wife and I tried Avaspi on Belmont Avenue in Lakeview for the first time. It will not be the last! I love lamb and am quite particular as to how is it prepared. The “lamb delight” menu item was the best lamb I have ever had in a restaurant: tender, succulent, and prepared to perfection. The side salad accompanying it was not your ordinary side salad! My wife and I both enjoyed the Mixed Meze appetizer plate. Each of the five items was quite good but the muhammara was to die for. We ended our meal with tea, baklava and kubralice. The décor and ambience were refreshing and relaxing, and the service was outstanding. The pricing was very reasonable. Please give it a try. We do not think you will be disappointed.“

“Delicious food, great service!“

“Good salads and smoothies, and now they have avocado toast. Tons of variety, order one of their salad concoctions or create your own. It is in my office building so it's convenient, the employees have been friendly (I usually go at less busy times). And they have an app you can use to pay and then get a credit when you spend a certain amount. This is a nice option to have for lunch or dinner.“

“Their Chicago deep dish was fabalicious !! Oh and their margaritas are awesome!“

“Great place, but what’s up with these half filled salad bowls?“

“The food and service were AMAZING. Will most definitely be coming back here again!“

“Awesome service, line behind me, but Malachi handled it very well. I can tell he serves with a passion. Explained the ingredients after letting him know I was avoiding the sugar.

The food is celestially delicious 😋. I ordered the garlicky chicken shawarma bowl. He kindly offered me another salad in place of the rice which was, kao, broccoli, and feta cheese mixed with jalapeño.

Definitely sticking to this place.“

“The concept for the menu is a unique trip along the Pan-American highway with stops at various Latin countries. Each dish and drink is thoughtful in its ingredients and presentation. The jicama salad was refreshing, but not at all plain. The pastel de choclo was a wonderful surprise of a warm dish. The frozen el arenal was seriously dangerous in how delicious it was, I can’t recommend it enough. The atmosphere was beautiful and the music was perfect. We are so thrilled to have this gem in the neighborhood and can’t wait to see what they do in the future!“

“I never have complaints when I eat from BIBIBOP! My food is always fresh and delicious. Whether it's the Salmon, chicken, steak or Korean Barbeque, the proteins are tasty. Being able to load up on veggies, toppings and sauces of my choosing from the generous offerings is a big plus in my book. I like to choose the sweet potato noodles as my base and work from there. They also offer rice bases and veggie bases. They are totally vegan, vegetarian and gluten free friendly. I highly recommend BIBIBOP for lunch or dinner on the go. Download the app and place your order for super quick in-store pickup. The points from ordering in-app add up really quickly for free tasty rewards. If you enjoy lighter fare with lots of flavor, make a trip to BIBIBOP. You won't be disappointed.“

“I love the Lobster roll so yummy! Worth every penny!“

“The food did not miss!!

Came to BROWN bag seafood for a quick bite before checking into my hotel. Inquired with the host about food recommendations. She recommended the lobster roll or the fish and chips. Giving such a great description of the lobster roll I went with it. I was not disappointed. The tater tots were cooked to perfection and the lobster roll was delicious. Definitely try some of the boss sauce as well! Even left with some Swedish fish!

I will definitely be back.“

“Best veggie Egg Rolls ever. It was my first time here so I played it kind of safe and got Cashew Chicken. It was excellent , large portion, with just a hint of spiciness ( which enhanced flavor). Tried the Coconut Milk Ice Cream. Good but unexceptional. Over all excellent and reasonably priced for what you get.“

“Family friendly restaurant with food choices for everyone but the made fresh pasta was the best part!“

“Spectacular place!!! great for venues. Food is great. People are great and the ambience ir wonderful.“

“Found metal in my food and the staff was Very Rude about it!“

“the best food in town 😋😋😋“

“Best GF Pizza I have ever had and I have been GF for 15 years! Highly recommend!“

“Got The Dogzilla and The Lord Byron burger, both Byron's style. Staff was very nice and quick and the food was great. If you're ever in the area, make a stop here. It's worth it. Awesome place and good food.“

“Wonderful all around. Great service. Great food. Nice decor. Perfect street parking“

“I went here first time and I was so impressed. Great good. I ordered fish n chips and they brought out malt vinegar even without me asking. We ordered salmon platter. It was phenomenal. Wow. Definitely recommend this place 10/10“

“There’s lots of options to choose from (more on the sweeter side). Heads up, this is a grab and go bakery, therefore, there is no indoor seating (only a bar to stand at outside). They will also not heat up the pastries :/

The hot fudge babka $6⭐️4/5
It did not really taste like it had chocolate… it was still delicious, but it tasted more like an apples strudel and banana bread mix—yummy but not chocolate babka lol

The smoked ham brown grainy mustard + Gruyère croissant ($7.50) ⭐️2/5
This didn’t hit it for me :/ If you know you love gruyère cheese, then I say give it a go, if you’re unsure, probably try something else?

Update:
Hot fudge croissant ⭐️3.5/5
A bit on the drier side and I felt that they skimped on the chocolate a bit. But it was a delicious pastry

Blackberry cheesecake danish ⭐️3/5
This was yummy and an easy to-go eat. I wish there was a bit more cheese tho

Banana bread cold brew ⭐️4/5
Idk how they do it, but this legit tastes like banana bread in a drink. Perfect for the fall season.“

“Hands down the best deep dish pizza to ever exist“

“Excellent Deep Dish Pizza!“

“I love the combination of healthy, quick, and relatively inexpensive that Pockets offers. Everything is whole wheat (pockets, pizzas, calzones) and baked in-house so always super fresh. Combine that with the numerous healthy ingredients and you have a winning formula for busy professionals looking for a nutritious option on the go. Don’t ever change Pockets!!“

“Every salad and sandwich has been amazing! You can tell everything is made to order. It tastes so fresh. The service is impeccable too!“

“The salads are usually GREAT!
Three times now, however, one of the ingredients is not being THOROUGHLY washed. I bite down on what feels like sand grinding between my teeth -- not good. It feels like dirty lettuce. PLEASE wash the ingredients thoroughly!“

“Amazing!!! Just loved the food.“

“Outstanding service and a great Chicago stop!

Stopped into Brown Bag Seafood Co. while in town for work and had an excellent experience. The food was fresh and delicious, but the service truly set this place apart.

Charlie and James were awesome—super helpful, friendly, and welcoming. They made great menu suggestions and even took the time to point out cool places to see around Chicago. It felt genuine and made my visit even better.

Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for great seafood and top-tier customer service. I’ll absolutely be back when I’m in the city again.“

“We love Marrakech! Authentic Moroccan food and the tea is our favorite part ❤❤❤“

“I had a lovely todo italiano sandwich. The bread was had a great crust giving it a good contrast to the fluffy but chewy body. Prices are affordable, and they have a selection of baked goods along with their breads. They do take tap to pay and cards.“

“The crispy potatoes are phenomenal, their sides are great. First time trying their Greek yogurt ice cream and it was awesome. What made it one of the best experiences though was the service, people came to check on us, they asked how our experience was, and the birthday dessert was perfect.“

“I love thai food and have been to many different places. This Thai restaurant has to be by far one of the best restaurants and food I had ever had. The customer service was phenomenal; the main server was highly attentive and polite. I loved their pad thai; literally tasted perfect compared to other pad thai dishes from other restaurants. My friend and I ordered their pork pot stickers as well, and they were absolutely divine. The dough was almost sweet and it paired well with the sauce and pork given in the dish. Do not even get me started on the chicken satay. The marinade and peanut sauce for this appetizer exceeded my expectations. Super juicy and flavorful. Overall the food plus the atmosphere was amazing; if I could I would give this place more stars. Thank you Rice and Noodles Thai Food!“

“I ordered the gluten free deep dish stuffed pizza and let me tell you, BEST GLUTEN FREE PIZZA I HAVE EVER HAD. CRIED TEARS OF JOY BECAUSE IT WAS THAT GOOD. 10/10, CANNOT RECOMMEND ENOUGH.“

“excelente la Deep Dish pizza“

“I had an amazing experience at Shawarma and Grill! The service was absolutely top-notch from start to finish. As soon as I walked in, the staff greeted me with genuine smiles and made me feel welcome right away. They were attentive without being overbearing, and made sure everything was just right throughout my meal.“

“♥️♥️ the best sandwichs and the best service ♥️♥️♥️“

“Great food, nice place I really enjoy the night“

“After a game at Wrigley, we decided to take a short walk for dinner and landed at Giordano’s, where they lived up to their longstanding reputation. Our server, Taylor, was the best ever.“