50 Best Salad Restaurants near River Forest

“One of the better Panera's. The staff always makes sure to get things right even when there are issues not caused by them. I've had a few delivery issues from drivers and the store made sure it got sorted out and got me new food or a refund very quickly. If there ever are issues with the order, Panera will make it right.
Special thanks to the manager on 7/5/26 1pm, she helped resolved an annoying issue quickly from a messed up delivery.“

“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!“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“Love CAVA! The build-your-own bowls are amazing, the pita dishes are delicious, and everything feels fresh and healthy. Cute spot on Milwaukee Ave, but be prepared if the line is long, because it's popular for a reason!! Would deffo come back :)“

“First time having dinner here and it was so good. Fast service and nice atmosphere. Looking forward to coming back!“

“Tasty Charcuterie boards and salads and sandwiches along with an interesting wine selection.“

“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“

“This is like an Asian Chipotle where you can make your own rice bowl. It's a gluten free restaurant for those with allergies or medical needs. The food is delicious and the staff were so friendly. Don't miss out on the miso which is tasty and comforting. Great spot for families, casual meals or pickup to take home! We will be back.“

“Highly recommend! Good food that 3 generations of Desi immigrants approve of, from those born in colonial India, to post partition Pakistanis, to American-Born little ones. Suits all palates.

All food was good but saag paneer in particular was the bomb. So was nihari (authentic!). Elachi chai was great , too. Very clean, down to the bathroom. Kind service.“

“Excellent Deep Dish Pizza!“

“This is an amazing & food is always good! They just added outdoor seating so our puppy could join us.“

“the best food in town 😋😋😋“

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

“I tried Ekiben for the first time after driving by the other day. I ordered a roll and donburi to go and immediately loved them seeing that the food came in paper container, not plastic! Both rolls and donburi were excellent. I’d definitely recommend this place to anyone who likes Japanese food!“

“This morning was our 1st time there for our Family’s Annual Christmas Morning breakfast/lunch. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the service was fantastic.“

“This is everyone favorite vendor at our display! They bring the energy, they bring the excitement, and most of all they bring the most amazing Greek food!!!“

“I went after work (9/10/26) around 11 pm, the girl who took my order was super sweet and so nice. Everything I order was warm and tasty. Sometimes it’s not what you order is the way they take care(welcome)of you. Thank you again.“

“My family and I love this place. You can’t go wrong with anything you order. Great service and family atmosphere too.“

“I recently reached out to Mindy's for a birthday cake for my sisters birthday. The process was incredibly smooth to get my order in and confirmed. The woman who replied to my email request was kind, understanding and knowledgeable as she walked me through the whole process. They were clear up front about not doing heavy design work but since it's Mindy's, everything is always so good that I was here for the flavors not necessarily design. Then they suggested fresh flowers to lift the cake up and admittedly I had no idea how it would turn out. Well let me tell you all, this was the prettiest, best tasting cake I've ever had before. People stopped me as I was walking out with it to admire it. The people at the restaurant we hosted the party at wanted to know where it was from. Cakes are honestly such a center piece of a party and this cake did not disappoint. Mindy and her team are some of the best, most talented people around. Come support this shop whether it's for a bagel or a custom cake. Thank you, Mindy. Thank you Mindy's team!!“

“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.“

“Not sure why Google calls this Asian Fusion. It’s a Kyrgyz (Central Asian) place, and the food is very, very good. Atmosphere is adequate, but the food is excellent, and I have spent several months in Uzbekistan before. The plov (rice pilaf) is excellent and reminds me of my time in Central Asia from decades ago.“

“we have gone here 2x in the last 2 months - the 1st was for carry-out and it was fantastic - the 2nd was for dine-in lunch specials and it was fantastic.“

“Pizza was ok, nothing to write home about. I got a slice of sausage, slice of pepperoni, some wings and a cream soda. Wings were also ok. I wouldn’t choose salad dressing as a dipping sauce but hey what are you gonna do. Good crunch on the crust. I bet if I ordered a whole pie and asked for extra sauce well done I would like it more.“

“Cute little spot that is more than worth the effort to seek out. Wonderful staff all around and then there is the food. Simple menu with lovely flavors that leave you full and happy you made the choice to dine there. Everything is fresh and made with love ❤“

“I had a great experience at Mix Mex Cue. The food was fresh, flavorful, and served quickly. My favorite item is definitely the Quesabirria—it's perfectly cooked, cheesy, and full of rich, authentic flavor. If you're visiting for the first time, I highly recommend ordering it. I'll be back for more!“

“I really liked this place. It's very clean, the service was very polite. I had the chicken shawarma wrap and dolmas. The dolmas were pretty standard but good. The chicken shawarma was seasoned very well and the wrap wasn't messy! I'll be back to try their hummus and baba ghanouj.“

“Love this place and go back as many times as I can. Brett and Kaz are the nicest and always keep it fun as it takes me a while to decide. Food is really, really good! And I love that it's all GF which makes it my go to. Really well priced and honestly much better quality than other fast food chains. The self-serve miso make it a no brainer to come here honestly!“

“This is the real deal. A must try gem in Forest Park, IL. Thank you for making my son's birthday so special. I can't wait to take my family to dine out at your place.“

“Food was good as hell frfr and u get a lot with the chicken Alfredo and broccoli 🥦“

“Delicious and reasonable sushi. We order for takeout and it is always freshly prepared.“

“This is one of the best family-run restaurants in Des Plaines. Sunrise Grill has been serving the community for 18 years, and you can taste the experience in every dish. Chef Jose cooks with passion, and Sylvia’s hospitality is unmatched. Ask the staff for their recommendations—they’ve never steered me wrong!“

“Always friendly and smiling, hard working owner and staff, besides the great food!“

“amazing staff, incredible food, and prices are great. definitely better than your local pizza place, check them out“

“The best goulash and meat products.They do smoke the sausage and salmon here. Steaks are high quality, aged well.

Vegetarian options: Stuffed peppers with rice and vegetables, delicious cabbage,Feta goat cheese .

Parking: They have free parking on the side, and paid parking right by their entrance.“

“A small celebration was planned at Giordano's in Willowbrook for my nieces' Baptisms. My Hubby and I walked in early with balloons and flowers, two hours early, in fact. Yet this did not faze anyone there. They could not have been nicer. "You're a little early..." "We came to decorate." Stephanie showed us to a sunny corner of the restaurant, all set up for the expected 20 guests. She offered us an ice-cold beverage. Several hours later, the party was in full swing, with a wide variety of fantastic pizza spread out among the many tables. It was served after a delicious and very fresh Caesar salad. Yum! All of our many favorite flavors/crusts were represented, which kept Stephanie busy serving the tables. The pizzas were hot with crispy crusts. The mostaccioli had stretchy cheese with an almost creamy texture. It had a little kick, too. Fabulous! A dessert table followed the pizza, which was just right. We never felt rushed, and so stayed to visit a while longer. This Willowbrook Giordano's was super clean with a cheerful, efficient staff. Thank you, Stephanie and Manager Patrick. We will return!“

“The food has been great and the service, too! Prices good Generous portions!“

“deliciosa comida el ambiente es de lo mejor y la atención es excelente definitivamente ya soy su cliente #1“

“The steak tortas are absolutely magical. Been to this restaurant many times now and frankly this is some of the best Mexican food I've ever eaten. And the staff here are the sweetest. This is very much a family run restaurant where they put their heart and soul into everything they do.“

“Great food, great service, and many vegan options - Thank you!“

“Not too bad. Food was decent. They’re still fixing up the inside to bring in some gambling games but otherwise bright and clean.“

“Great pizza! Moved into the neighborhood and was trying to find a good local pizza joint. I found them via advertisement in the weekly ads. Business is always very professional and kind.“

“I love it 😍 El México a Chicago“

“The food was good, but portions were small or less than most places.
The atmosphere was quite simple and plain but comfortable . The place was small and clean.
Service was order and pickup to your table.
Many carry outs while I was there.

Parking: Street.

Wheelchair accessibility: Acceptable.“

“This little shop is the perfect addition to west town! It’s very modern but cozy inside with a 4-5 tables. I’ve been a few times for both dine in and takeout. The staff is super friendly with great suggestions and happy to make modifications. In the morning I’ll get a banana fosters latte but half sweet which is just perfect. It’s got a lovely banana cinnamon mix. For lunch I’ll get the shawarma salad with chicken, the rice in a nice touch that makes this feel more like a meal than just a salad. I’ve had the gluten free treats and they are definitely on the healthy tasting side. All in all love this place and will be back again and again!“

“This food was surprisingly good. It was my first time visiting. The drink my friend got was weak though and there was a customer inside while we were eating talking way too loud and vulgar for the small space of the restaurant. The chef knows how to cook, at least the one that was there that day. Also the salsa and chips were phenomenal or maybe I was just hungry! Overall it was worth the trip.“

“We had an absolutely amazing experience, and Victor truly made our evening exceptional. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly attentive, intuitive, professional, and genuinely made us feel taken care of throughout the entire meal.

Victor made sure everything we ordered was exactly right and that our food was amazing. He checked in at the perfect times, paid attention to every detail, and made sure we were happy with everything without ever making us feel rushed. His service was warm, polished, and very natural.

You can tell Victor genuinely cares about the people he serves and about giving them a great experience. His attention to detail and the way he took care of us really stood out and made our dinner memorable.

The food was wonderful, but Victor’s service is what made the experience truly special. He is an excellent server and absolutely deserves recognition for the level of care and professionalism he provides. We will definitely be coming back and hope to have Victor take care of us again.“

“We were attending an event in the Ravenswood area and just stumbled upon Farm Bar. It turned out to be a wonderful surprise. The place was very quiet and the decor was understated. The farm to table menu was very tasty and rather inventive. For appetizers, we had rhe Wisconsin cheese curds and the Corn dip. Both were irresistible. For entrees, we enjoyed the Grilled Trout and Baba Ganoush, the Maitake mushroom, the Campanella with corn and crab and the Pork Ragu and Papadelle. Our server was wonderful. Pricing-wise, we thought everything was a decent value, if there's still such a thing nowadays! We'll be back.“