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True Food Kitchen - Chicago, Chicago, IL

True Food Kitchen - Chicago

4.6
4.6
2567 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
  • Healthy
  • Innovative
  • Vegetarian-friendly
True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Chicago guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located in Chicago's River North, at the corner or N State Street and West Erie Street. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 204-6981
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    J.R. Luna
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    State & Erie
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    2 blocks north of the "Grand" Red Line stop on State street
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 2,567 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Chicago

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True Food Kitchen in Chicago offers a delightful blend of "amazing healthy food" and a "beautiful restaurant" setting. Guests praise the fresh, organic ingredients and "great fresh food" options, including varied vegan and allergy-friendly dishes. Enjoy the "great vibe" and attentive service, perfect for both social and professional gatherings.

2,567 Reviews
  1. Karl

    San Francisco

    257 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    257 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Nothing really changes at True Food Chicago. Only this visit was worse than previous visits. The edamame dumplings were tepid; nowhere hot or even warm. The dry meatloaf was atop a bed of burned/charred/half-cooked vegetables and the presentation looked as if was carelessly plated, which it was. Service? Awful. It started OK and then, the waitperson completely disappeared. Twenty minutes after finishing the meatloaf, I flagged down a different waitperson to order desert. The flourless chocolate cake arrived visibly singed, over-loaded with caramel sauce, and at room temperature. I sent it back. The replacement was 15 mins in coming and also singed. I was done. I asked for the check and I was gone. Disappointing visit but this seems to the standard at TFK Chicago.
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Karl. We are so sorry that you had a poor experience with us. We will try getting a hold of you to make it up to you.

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  2. Emily

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    So good!!! We split the Brussels sprouts, kale salad and roasted butternut squash pizza. Everything was delicious and I’d order it all again. Our server was great - personable and attentive!
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your fantastic review, Emily! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the Brussels sprouts, kale salad, roasted butternut squash pizza, and your server's personable and attentive service.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sam is a terrific server. Food was delicious- love the Fall menu.

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  4. Suchandre

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Team Dinner with Birthday Celebration - Great service and flexibility!! They allowed us to cut our cake there and provided plates and extra silverware!! Thank you!!
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded on 18 November 2024
    Thank you for your fantastic review, Suchandre! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the great service and flexibility during your team dinner and birthday celebration.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved the healthy and delicious food, menu variety, attentive service, and gluten-free options.
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded on 11 November 2024
    Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you loved the healthy and delicious food, menu variety, attentive service, and gluten-free options.

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  6. Norris

    Chicago

    48 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food has no flavor Thai noodle bowl had no spice. Soup was good.
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded on 11 November 2024
    Thank you for your feedback, Norris. We are sorry that you did not enjoy your Thai Noodle Bowl. Let us know if you want to give us another shot so that we can try to make it up to you.

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  7. Novak

    Chicago

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Ancient Grains Bowl id fantastic.
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded on 6 November 2024
    Thank you for your review, Novak! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Ancient Grains Bowl and our service.

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  8. Joanne

    Chicago

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant- so many good food options to choose from so able to try a new entree at each visit. Drinks are so good too…matcha lavender tea is amazing!
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded on 6 November 2024
    Thank you for your fantastic review, Joanne! We're thrilled to hear you enjoy trying new entrees and love the matcha lavender tea.

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  9. Gianna

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food always fresh and flavorful. Seasonal squash soup was excellent. The guacamole and chip to start with wine The chicken wrap and simple salad with chicken was a pleasure Our server Trevor was terrific Find myself returning more often
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded on 5 November 2024
    Thank you for your fantastic review, Gianna! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the fresh and flavorful food, especially the seasonal squash soup, and that Trevor's terrific service made your visit enjoyable.

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  10. Nicholas

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The gentleman seating people was not very accommodating. I walked into an empty restaurant and asked for a specific table. He informed me he could not sit me because it was a different servers turn. If it was busy I would understand that reasoning. Not a big deal, but definitely not an acceptable answer/remark to make. Server was fantastic and food was good. Will definitely be back and hope the host is more accommodating when restraunt is not busy!
    True Food Kitchen - ChicagoResponded on 4 November 2024
    Hi Nicholas. We are sorry for the beginning of your experience. We will make sure that our team is better versed on our seating accommodations. So glad to hear that you enjoyed everything else!

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True Food Kitchen - Chicago is rated 4.6 stars by 2567 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for True Food Kitchen - Chicago

1 W Erie Street, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    State & Erie
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    2 blocks north of the "Grand" Red Line stop on State street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    J.R. Luna
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (312) 204-6981
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.
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