True Food Kitchen
Farah Ali · 328 Google reviewsTrue Food Kitchen — well-regarded mediterranean in River North. Order the Flourless Chocolate Cake. Polished but not pretentious. Jasmine Anwuli Michaels: "I also got the honey roasted carrots which were phenomenal" [$$]
What 2,767 diners keep saying
What 2,767 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Thank you Joy for a wonderful dinner! Great atmosphere.”
“Great lunch spot. The food was great and healthy, additionally there are lunch happy hour options. If in the area, worth stopping by.”
“Highly recommended True Food Kitchen for diners with or without dietary restrictions. The selection and quality of gluten free and vegan options is unrivaled but the food is so good you’d never guess it’s allergy friendly. We’ve eaten at True Foods across the country and never been disappointed. We received exceptional service and recommendations from our server Gerard and really enjoyed the overall vibe of this restaurant. There’s something for everyone at True Food!”
“We ordered this Margarita Pizza and it was delicious. Best pizza we had, in a long time. If you are in Chicago, you must try True Foods.”
“Incredible from start to finish; if you're looking for healthy, look no further. True Food Kitchen absolutely exceeded my expectations. The food was fresh, flavorful, and left me feeling energized instead of weighed down which is something that's not always easy to find when eating out. You can truly taste the quality and intention behind every dish. I do want to note that there are quite a few menu items that include tree nuts. I have a tree nut allergy, and while that initially gave me pause, the staff handled it extremely well. They were knowledgeable, accommodating, and made sure I felt comfortable and safe with my selections. I had no issues at all and never felt limited in my choices. If you're someone who prioritizes healthy eating but still wants food that actually tastes amazing, this place is a must. Great atmosphere, thoughtful service, and food that delivers on both flavor and wellness. I'll definitely be back.”
“10/10 Service from Zoey! She made the experience amazing. I didn't get a picture of the food. This place is legit! As first-timers here, we contemplated coming many times and even ordering on Uber-Eats. I'm so glad I waited until actually experiencing the full array. This is a great environment and great service and the food is healthy, delicious and doesn't make you tired. I got the non alcoholic hot toddie, and grass- fed burger w/ fries. My girlfriend got the kale aid and the chicken tenders. If you are thinking of coming here! please do it. You will not regret.”
“This is an update to any previous reviews I have given True Food. I came here for lunch today -- solely because I was in the neighborhood and was hungry. My expectations were low since previous experiences have been lackluster and over priced. WOW. It's a new day at True Food. My server Gavin, was downright happy I was here and sitting in his section. My water was kept filled, he hit the right note of engagement. The menu has changed and now features a super trio-lunch special. Great drink, salad and chicken sandwich (highly recommend the chicken and the chopped salad), all for around $20. It was ample. Two people could have split this. Not having a second person, I managed just fine without them. If you had stayed away from True Food, believe me: this is a new everything.”
“Got their avocado toast and scrambled eggs and house coffee! Chilli oil on avocado toast had a nike kick. Totally loved it Wife got a dish with panang curry - we tried that in vegas as well, absolutely delicious!”
“Delicious vegan options! We loved the edamame dumplings and cauliflower appetizer in particular.”
“We had lunch here yesterday and it was a wonderful experience. The host who greeted us was incredibly kind and welcoming with us and our little one. Our server was also very friendly, attentive, and professional. The food was excellent — fresh, tasty, and very healthy. We’ll definitely be back soon!”
“It was very quiet when we went for Sunday brunch. I ordered the pancakes and they were rather burned and tasteless and came with very little toppings, but the server did bring more when I asked. Our overall experience was fine, but nothing special.”
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