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Soul Vibez - Chicago

4.41,332 reviews ·Opens at 1 tomorrow
Every single dish was amazing, perfectly portioned, and packed with flavor
Stephanie McGrewStephanie McGrew · 126 Google reviews
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Soul Vibez - Chicago — clean, consistent soul food in River North. It gets busy, and that's part of the appeal, and good for vegetarians. [$$, patio]

🌱Vegan & vegetarian friendly — real options, not one sad pasta.
☀️Patio — a River North classic in summer.

What 1,332 diners keep saying

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226 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
River North
Today1-9PM
Sun11AM-9PM
Mon–Fri1-9PM
Sat9AM-5PM
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What 1,332 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Tiphanie Morris
Jul 2026

Fantastic food, environment and staff!!!

Tiphanie Morris

Tiphanie Morris

3 reviews on Google

Review photo by Shelia Carson
Jul 2026

First time in Chicago and TikTok finds suggestions one of the best places to visit. Yes everything about it was amazing.

Shelia Carson

Shelia Carson

5 reviews on Google

Review photo by Leah Gray
Jul 2026

Derrick was amazing they sang Happy Birthday to me 😍😍

Leah Gray

Leah Gray

22 reviews on Google

Review photo by riah kalani
Jul 2026

Food was amazing!!! Only thing is it’s hard to get a reservation 😫😫Needs a bigger place!!!

riah kalani

riah kalani

1 reviews on Google

Review photo by Pamela Jones
Jul 2026

The best food in the loop! Beautiful peaceful place with fantastic customer service 👌 🙌🏽 ❤️

Pamela Jones

Pamela Jones

35 reviews on Google

Review photo by Shiontay Pryor
Jul 2026

Great food clean atmosphere friendly staff and all around great vibe

Shiontay Pryor

Shiontay Pryor

28 reviews on Google

Review photo by StylePop Cafe
Jul 2026

The food was absolutely amazing!! Everything was flavorful. The server was super nice and personable and transparent. We got our food and drinks quick. Can’t wait to come back!

StylePop Cafe

StylePop Cafe

14 reviews on Google

Review photo by P Jones
Jul 2026

Absolutely delicious and beautiful 😍 I will definitely be returning 😋 thanks Scott for your kind service during my visit. You guys have it going on in the building! If you're near the Chicago loop please run don't walk to this fabulous eatery! You won't be disappointed 🫡🖤🤎🩷🤎

P Jones

P Jones

752 reviews on Google

Review photo by Ms. Savonnah Gladden
Jun 2026

Came to visit Chicago for the first time. Happy we found this place. Drinks were amazing too. Ordered vegan fish.

Ms. Savonnah Gladden

Ms. Savonnah Gladden

5 reviews on Google

Review photo by Alfred Williams
Jun 2026

First time at Soul Vibez when I say no complaints none whatsoever everything was so nice from sitting outside to the weather was so beautiful I enjoyed every bit of definitely will be bragging about this restaurant.

Alfred Williams

Alfred Williams

336 reviews on Google

Review photo by Reginae Tree
Feb 2026

10/10 food is delicious! Service was good. Heads up for out of town visitors it’s a small place make a reservation so you don’t leave a bad review 😂 but overall I was impressed with food quality and taste.

Reginae Tree

Reginae Tree

4 reviews on Google

Review photo by Ashley Fitch
Jan 2026

LIT!!!! It Was Such A Great Experience! We Got In Quick. The Food Came In A Reasonable Amount Of Time. The Drinks Were Strong. The Service Was Amazing. Malcolm Was The BEST!!!! Will Be Returning!

Ashley Fitch

Ashley Fitch

4 reviews on Google

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