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Protein Bar & Kitchen

Protein Bar & Kitchen

Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant and Gluten-Free Restaurant$$$$
The Loop, Chicago
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    Brian C.
    "Just get the Wrigley Peeled and be amazed."(3 Tips)
    David J.
    "Their Buffalo Chicken quinoa bowl is tasty and healthy!"(2 Tips)
    Tristan T.
    "Make sure you get a punch card - buy 10 yummy yummy bowls/wraps/etc, get a..."(2 Tips)
    Adam A.
    "Crackberry is an amazing start to a healthy day!"(2 Tips)
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  • Jesus N.
    Jesus NunezMay 6, 2016
    Great concept, delicious Food! Try the protein bowls, they are really good!
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsMay 13, 2013
    The Buffalo bar-rito, with its standard all-natural chicken, like all menu items that come with meat, can easily be made vegetarian by asking for tofu instead.
  • Lisa C.
    Lisa CunninghamOctober 26, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    The best bar-ritos and chili bowls. A great option for eating healthy in the loop. Armando is excellent, great service and quick with recommendations!
  • Aishwarya S.heart icon on user image
    Aishwarya SharmaJuly 1, 2016
    Their signature salads are great. Ava mocha drink taste awesome!!!
  • Steve L.heart icon on user image
    Steve LindseyJune 14, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Go for the original barrito if you're looking for a clean, heavy meal. Tons of protein and carbs.
  • David J.heart icon on user image
    David JefferyMay 19, 2015
    Their Buffalo Chicken quinoa bowl is tasty and healthy!
  • Ric G.
    Ric Gruber JrApril 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing food and healthy alternative ESP for the reasonable prices for DT. Gluten free and vegans, this is the place to be!
  • Ninah R.heart icon on user image
    Ninah RandolphJuly 23, 2015
    The Millennium Perk smoothie is really good. Also try the chicken chili
  • Anthony F.
    Anthony ForesterSeptember 23, 2011
    When you order a shake be sure you tell them what size. They don't ask and assume you want the large one. (tell them at the register too!)
  • Todor K.
    Todor KrecuApril 14, 2011
    Great story about Protein Bar on the Medill School news site at:http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id=184843 Read more
  • Abi W.
    Abi WorthingtonJune 26, 2013
    The spinach & pesto quinoa bowl with tofu instead of chicken is amazing!
  • Stephanie S.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie SimonAugust 23, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    There's always a line out the door. Don't be discouraged; it doesn't take that long.
  • Andrew K.
    Andrew K.October 16, 2016
    One of the advertisements on their window.
  • AJ M.heart icon on user image
    AJ MalcomAugust 19, 2014
    Black bean bowl with tofu. The flavor is mouth watering.
  • Nigel R.
    Nigel RoweSeptember 18, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    This is the original store. All the others were built upon the experimentation done here.
  • Joanna R.heart icon on user image
    Joanna RandazzoJune 17, 2016
    Spinach pesto with tofu is delicious
  • Anthony T.heart icon on user image
    Anthony TAugust 8, 2014
    Try the Wrigley Peel shake. It's delicious.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoNovember 2, 2011
    Healthy options—try the quinoa chili—are the rule, rather than the exception at this quickie spot Read more
  • Nick D.
    Nick DiCosolaOctober 17, 2014
    Serving size continues to get smaller. That bowl of pesto is barely half full...
  • David K.
    David KollerAugust 12, 2013
    A little pricey, but love the vegan original
  • Kat P.
    Kat PummillFebruary 14, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Guest wifi password is "almond milk"
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoOctober 19, 2011
    Healthy options—try the quinoa chili—are the rule, rather than the exception at this quickie spot
  • Andrew K.
    Andrew K.October 16, 2016
    On Franklin, south of Adams Street.
  • Justine
    JustineNovember 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Come by 11:30 to beat the lunch rush!
  • Steve S.
    Steve SabinJuly 28, 2010
    The line in the morning can be long. Employees sometimes seem more concerned with other things than the customers waiting in line. The smoothies are pretty good and there are not any alternatives.
  • Tristan T.
    Tristan TannerAugust 25, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Make sure you get a punch card - buy 10 yummy yummy bowls/wraps/etc, get a free one!
  • Jason G.heart icon on user image
    Jason GilmoreMay 15, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    DRINK the Commiskey Coca Malt w/egg protein and organic agave nectar
  • Travis F.
    Travis FinanMarch 26, 2013
    Try the meat smoothies.
  • Shane O.
    Shane O'ReillySeptember 16, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    One of the best places to grab lunch in the loop
  • Mia G.heart icon on user image
    Mia GCJanuary 3, 2015
    Smoothies and Bar-ritos 🌿
  • Kimmy
    KimmyDecember 23, 2010
    One on only a few restaurants in Chicago that carry Synergy brand Kombucha tea!
  • Ruthie M.
    Ruthie MayMarch 20, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Always an insane wait at lunchtime. Go at your own risk.
  • Kate
    KateJuly 16, 2012
    This location does not have the pressed juices available
  • Brian C.
    Brian CMay 20, 2011
    Just get the Wrigley Peeled and be amazed.
  • John O.
    John OrtegaNovember 30, 2012
    Wrigley Peeled all the way!
  • christopher m.
    christopher madsenJune 16, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Bar-ritos may be my new favorite food. Delicious with beef.
  • Adam A.
    Adam ArenaDecember 14, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Crackberry is an amazing start to a healthy day!
  • Chazamm
    ChazammMarch 13, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    $10 for a Salad! Go Fork yourself
  • Cindy H.
    Cindy HJune 13, 2013
    Vegan options
  • Girl...Get a Life
    Girl...Get a LifeJuly 7, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The sweet potato tortilla chips are a must
  • B M.
    B MillerJanuary 30, 2010
    Great chili of all types...perfect for a cold Chicago day.
  • Xavier P.
    Xavier PrescottDecember 1, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    the Original Bar-itto is amazing.
  • christopher m.
    christopher madsenMay 12, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome chili's (beef or chix ), try DaBull wrap too.
  • Meghan O.
    Meghan O'ConnorDecember 1, 2011
    get a punch card!
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    The draw: made-to-order blended beverages with nutrition boosters like the "fat burner." Read more
  • Marisa
    MarisaApril 14, 2011
    Satisfying my quinoa craving!
  • Michael C.
    Michael CattanachJune 6, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Protein Shakes are awesome Read more
  • Mana I.
    Mana IonescuFebruary 5, 2010
    Try crackberry remixed!
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