This cozy, womxn-owned café in Chicago serves wholesome, plant-based dishes, from colorful smoothies to indulgent raw desserts, perfect for a quick healthy bite.
"The Gold Coast restaurant offers a wide variety of raw vegan fare to go along with packages to provide food and drink for a full week of meals. Drink in the water of a freshly cracked coconut or try one of their juices or smoothies like Crimson Love (red cabbage, apple, ginger, lemon juice) and Cinnamon Crunch (banana, cinnamon, hemp seeds, granola, almond milk). A sampler platter offers a great option to try Chicago Raw’s food, providing a garden burger along with ravioli and mock meatballs. Order online through DoorDash." - Naomi Waxman, Samantha Nelson
"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
"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. Just be aware that everything here is expensive." - adrian kane, john ringor
"All raw everything. That’s what’s happening at Chicago Raw—fully uncooked, 100% plants. Try something creative, like a garden burger with “the ultimate ratio of seeds and vegetables without an ounce of oil or nuts,” or just eat a basic kale salad with lemon dressing and avocado like we often do." - sam faye, adrian kane, veda kilaru, john ringor
"All raw everything. That’s what’s happening at Chicago Raw—fully uncooked, 100% plants. Try something creative, like a garden burger with “the ultimate ratio of seeds and vegetables without an ounce of oil or nuts,” or just eat a basic kale salad with lemon dressing and avocado like we often do. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation
