Chicago Raw
Vegan restaurant · Near North Side ·
Smoothies, plant-based foods, and raw vegan fare offered
Smoothies, plant-based foods, and raw vegan fare offered
"After 16 years as a pillar of the city’s vegan scene, the River North storefront will close on Sunday, November 30; founder Polly Gaza thanked loyal customers for years of support and highlighted the community built around plant‑based food. In the meantime, bulk orders of fan favorites—from raw desserts to garden burgers and pizza crackers—are available through Thursday, November 20, and a recipe book is planned so fans can make the signature dishes at home." - Jeffy Mai
"All raw everything. On one hand, Chicago Raw has serious entrees like a garden burger made of “the ultimate ratio of seeds and vegetables without an ounce of oil or nuts,” which sounds a little extreme. But we do like the kale salad with lemon dressing and avocado, and the smoothies." - sam faye
"In a city known for its pizza and hot dogs, RAW is a healthy and wholesome exception. No matter what your views on veganism are, you are sure to find delicious take-out food, energizing juices and superfood smoothies. For health conscious individuals who want to commit to a healthy eating regimen without the hassle, RAW even has a takeout/delivery program that provides a week’s worth of food hand selected from their plant-based, organic menu." - One Design Company
"Even if you don’t eat a lot of vegan or raw food, you should know about Chicago Raw. Because it’s objectively great. Everything on the menu is - unsurprisingly - vegan and raw. So you’ll find grab-and-go options like collard burritos, spinach lasagna, or a sampler platter where you can try a little bit of everything. There’s a small counter where you can dine in, and the food is so healthy that if you come here you won’t need to eat another vegetable for at least a week." - adrian kane
"Chicago Raw is (unsurprisingly) a 100% raw restaurant. Everything here is vegan, and even if you’re not keeping a raw diet, the food is worth seeking out. They have a pad thai dish that’s fantastic (it’s made from kelp noodles), and ravioli made with shaved turnip and cashew cheese. There are two locations, one in River North and one in the French Market, and both are open for carryout and delivery." - adrian kane