Great food! I really like that they will accommodate those with dietary restrictions, but that doesn't mean that you lose any flavor. All the sauces are vegan and they're delicious. All the veggies were so fresh. Will definitely be back. read more

So the service here was pretty solid. I have a lot of food intolerances and the people working here helped me navigate the menu to avoid trigger foods for my IBS. I ended up ordering rice noodles with chicken, the golden miso sauce, bean sprouts and bell pepper. I was really excited for it but it ended up being bland, like it was missing some key ingredient. I thought at first it needed salt, but the food made me quite thirsty, so it probably had enough salt. Not sure what it was that was missing but it was something crucial. While I was very happy with the service, I can't give this place more than two stars since the food was just so bland. I hope they figure out how to fix it because this place has great promise (nice atmosphere, cool idea for cuisine, good service). read more

Very friendly staff and patient walking customers through the options. I got the creamy cashew with noodles and it was actually really good! It was a little hard to find due to some construction going on but other than that would definitely recommend this place if your looking for a healthy quick bite. Portions are a good size. read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Creamy cashew, Rice Noodles, chicken, egg, mushrooms, edamame, and carrots. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is THE place for high-quality, fast, delicious stir-fry. And it's ALL gluten-free!!! So many choices. I love the chopsticks wall art. The food is tasty and enough to fill me up. They have a nice beverage selection of artisan teas and sodas. You cannot beat the price or convenience in this area. The restrooms are clean. The folks working here are cheerful and enthusiastic about the food they sell. I've been here three times, and it will continue to be my destination in this area. (Besides, there's no money left after that "Hamilton" purchase for a fancy dinner!) read more

this place is a bit of a lunch obsession spot for me, in the loop on average your going to spend $12-$15 on lunch (unless you go to McDonald's or BK or Subway) and some are worth it and some are just ridiculously over priced, this place is worth it. Order online and pick-up, the line here is practically out the door during the lunch hour. read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Tahini ginger stir fry with steak and fried egg - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The decor was very clever with all the lights making it bright with a variety of light fixtures. The chopstick wall sign is really cool. I like how they have all the to go stuff on a table with easy access to the water. I was pleasantly surprised by the size of the restaurant because it seemed like it would be really small, but we were able to fit in our group of 7 with us getting in right before the lunch time rush. I really like this Asian choose your own meal very similar inn style to Chipotle. I went with the Live Bright Salad and that was really tasty. I like that I could have gotten my salad raw or cooked, and got it raw. The portion was a good size and the price was very reasonable. The staff was friendly and made sure that someone came by to check and see how we liked the food. read more

too bad it's far from my office but it is a great place to grab a guilt-free meal with fresh ingredients. It's like chipotle meets some stir fry joint. I had the stir fried chicken with the spicy coconut sauce with red cabbage, onions, sprouts, broccoli. I opted for the a bed of greens as the base.. so it probably is an odd combo to get stir fry over salad but I am watching my diet and it was delish. read more

If you aren't getting the extra veggie with creamy cashew and then drowning that mf-er in Sriracha, you aren't doing anything in your life. Trust. This place is the way, the light and the truth. Pro-tip: 10% off with your student I.D. read more

I was thoroughly impressed by the fresh & flavorful food here. Similar to Chipotle's build-your-own model, Brightwok serves stir fry with several vegetable, meat, and rice options. They also have a couple pre-determined special bowls, one of which is the "healthy bowl" that I ordered. It was delicious! They use a generous amount of meat and veggies, and though it was stir fry it was far from greasy or oily. The environment here is clean, open and bright, which is an inviting alternative to some other places downtown. I would for sure come here again if I lived in Chicago or was there to visit! read more

Came here during lunch rush one afternoon and couldn't have asked for better service! The place was packed when we got there but the staff was a well oiled machine and got my co-worker and I in and out in 15 minutes. This was a fantastic lunch, I highly recommend the make your own stir fry bowl with the creamy cashew sauce! Really great spot if you are looking for a healthy stir-fry option, everything is super fresh. This place has a great little vibe as well! read more

Let me start this by saying, I want one of these to come to Michigan! We were in town for a family wedding and my cousin recommended we try Brightwok since it was close to the hotel and one of his favorites. I can 100% agree with him, this place is unlike any other I've been to and is absolutely delicious. All of the fresh ingredients mixed with the amazing flavorful sauces was amazing. In my opinion, if you happen to find yourself near one of these restaurants you should definitely try it! read more

We tried to find a healthy place to eat in Chicago. The place is super clean, friendly and very good!

Brightwok is fantastic all around. Fresh ingredients, incredible sauces, reasonable prices, and a sense of mission make this a must-visit in downtown Chicago. Pro Tip: Get the fried egg on top of your bowl. read more

Not the best noodles I've ever had, although passable. Miso soup comes with raw kale rather than seaweed, which isn't my favourite combination. Rice noodles are a bit soggy and overcooked, I tried the curry coconut base and it was spicy but pretty bland compared to the usual Thai places. read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Rice noodles with egg, miso soup and oolong ice tea - not bad - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've eaten here four times during our two visits to Chicago. I love it. My husband loves it. My son loves it. The service is impeccable. The food is perfect. The place is very clean. I want one of these places in L.A. more than I can even explain. Gluten AND dairy free. (My husband and son are neither, but they think this place is the BEST!) Noodles, rice, or mixed greens topped with your choice of proteins and veggies, all stir-fried together. Then, if you desire, you can top it with a friggin EGG or fancy mushrooms or grilled pineapple. We ate here three times then ordered take-out once. And it's great both ways. I could go on and on. Did I say how much we love it here yet?? ARE YOU LISTENING TO ME????? read more

This is my favorite restaurant in the city. I love how it's gluten free and vegan friendly! The people that work there are so nice and they never get my order wrong. So happy that this restaurant exists. I may or may have not eaten here three times in the past week! Haha read more

I always have an inspiring meal at Brightwok, and have eaten here dozens of times. Tahini ginger is the best sauce and everything is fresh and prepared to perfection! Recently, I had a great experience with catering for a large group. The team at Brightwok was prompt and professional, provided everything we could have needed, and was excellent with allergies - they included an allergy guide and signs with allergy warnings for our guests. My colleagues loved the food and presentation, and we will definitely order catering from Brightwok again! read more

My friend and I came and ordered two separate bowls and they were wrong on the spice level. I told them and the girl seemed annoyed but said they would remake them. We got the "new" ones and as soon as we took the first bite they tasted brunt! Mine more than my friends. I think they just took the ones I returned and recooked them with the correct spice level. I was trying to ignore the taste but it was honestly unbearable. It tasted as if I was eat coal. read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Burnt edamame - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Food was great! Had a rice bowl with chicken, veggies, crispy egg, and coconut curry sauce. It was very fresh and flavorful. I appreciated that they asked about spice level. My favorite thing was the sweet potato fritter--deeelicious! In case you're from out of town like me, this place does not accept cash. read more

This place is great. The build your own noodle bowls are fresh, made of wholesome ingredients like fresh veggies, tofu and tahini. All things that make a great noodle bowl. I wish this place had a location in Maryland. I can tell it is a popular site by the crowds on a random Tuesday afternoon. read more

I don't know where the positive reviews are coming from.....they fooled me into coming here. It literally has no business serving Asian food or stir fry to say the least - the blandest and most unoriginal and appetizing bowl. Even Chipotle or ShopHouse is more palatable and that speaks volumes considering their caliber. I wouldn't waste $15 here. $3 extra for a tiny flavorless (what's point of that tagashi powder or whatever) overcooked egg and normal white freaking mushrooms - why should i pay more for that?! I kind of feel this is what happens when you puke bao wow, chipotle and protein bar all in one establishment....."health" meets Asia assembly line up style. I guess I only have myself to blame for expect semi-decent fried rice - its glorified fried rice and they even screwed that up - you can't screw up fried rice - its literally the easiest dish on the planet. I got the Thai Basil Soggy/Mushy Rice bowl with Tofu and the extra egg and mushrooms making it extra hot with a green iced tea $2.5 (sucked) and tried to give it a great shot - I was so hopeful and excited to finally have a place in the loop meet my asian cravings- this is sadly not that place. I literally had to hurl after my meal- I felt repulsed eating it and was mad at myself for expecting more and I wouldn't have minded the ridiculous price if it was good! Do yourself a favor and don't come here. Go anywhere else instead. Literally. read more

Excellent lunch spot by the office. Get there early, because the line will stretch to the door.. but no worries, they're fast! Can't wait to go back to try my own creation. read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Lots of reasons I am a fan of this place. Tasty & healthy food. Very convenient location. Very positive vibes from the upbeat staff. Somehow, I like that the owner works on the line with his staff. Pick a sauce and how spicy. Pick noodles, rice, or salad. Pick a meat or tofu. Pick 4 veggies. Personally, I get Thai Basil sauce, double meat chicken, and double noodles with broccoli, pineapple, bok choi, and green peppers. Yummy. read more

So happy with this addition to the Loop! Tasty, quick, fresh, healthy food (errm, I hope it's healthy and not just one of those things you *think* is healthy but then you find out for some reason the rice has 6000 calories or something). Good stuff! The portions are great, the staff is really friendly, and it's one of my new favorite lunch spots for sure. I tried the other new, similar place (How Do You Roll) recently and this place blew it out of the water - much bigger portions and way tastier for the same price. read more

1. Very clean and positive area to have Lunch / Dinner. 2. They are open late. 3. Fresh / Local produce. 4. Entrepreneurs from the local Chicago Area. I love to support new start up restaurants with fresh and innovative ideas. 5. Every single sauce on their menu is amazing. 6. Their space is welcoming and vibrant. Their design is positive. 7. As soon as you walk in, you receive a smile from everyone and a friendly welcome. 8. Brightwok accommodates all diets and restrictions. 9. Before I walk in, they have a blackboard on the street with a cute welcoming message of the day. I love reading it before I enter. 10. Your eating future is not bright if you don't try Briightwok! :) read more

This is a long overdue review. I love this place! Everything on the menu is so tasty and I love that the restaurant is gluten and dairy free. I usually get the build your own bowl and often get a slice of their magic cake! I wish they had more locations read more

I met my friend here for a quick dinner and had low expectations of the meal. Gluten free Chipotle-style noodle bowls? Hmm. With an uninspiring menu of sauces, I opted for the BBQ sauce (a special of the month), noodles, veggies, and chicken. Friends, IT WAS SO GOOD. Mind you, this type of dish is not rocket science and I make something similar at home quite often but if you're in the loop, follow a gluten free diet, and wanting more than a salad, Brightwok is an excellent option. read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Noodles, chicken, and vegetables. Also, the cake (which tasted more like a gf bread to me) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Amazing food. Love all the options and how the sauces are all vegan. Very filling yet not heavy if you choose to have rice or noodles as base. The staff are always very nice and I love what the company stands for (organic, sustainable, health etc. ) read more

Great fresh ingredients! What a great concept! I got the Kick'n Panang and a drink for less than $15. Not bad for a lunch in downtown Chicago! I definitely recommend this place to anyone in the area. read more

A good stir fry in pretty much no time. We got here before the line started really forming at noon, which gave me only a little time to decide. I got a chili coconut curry bowl with chicken, as well as broccoli, bok choy, sprouts, broccoli, and pineapple. Basically, the most Asian bowl I could possibly think of. I also grabbed a side of edamame, since I'm a fan of some soybeans boiled in well-salted water. About that; they weren't actually as salty as I hoped they would be, despite the dusting of salt on the skins. I hope they add more salt to the pot. For the bowl, I requested medium spice and got a 2.5 / 10; if you're looking for heat, ask for it hot, and may be super hot. But the vegetables themselves were uniformly chopped well and tender-crisp. The sauce was excellent and creamy, while the chicken was slightly dry and fortunate to be accompanied by the sauce. I fully intend on coming back, though, because there's nothing else like this in the Loop and I got a pretty good deal for the food I got. Plus, their iced coffee is sourced from Stumptown (Portland), which I fully intend to try someday. I think Brightwok Kitchen will settle down quite nicely in the Loop. read more

Pretty good Chipotle style Asian fast food. The prices are reasonable until you get drawn into choosing steak as a protein, adding on both mushrooms (which should just be a vegetable) and a fried egg (which is worth it). It gets really busy and smoky during lunch time. Show up about 20 minutes early for little to no wait. read more

Brightwok has been highly hyped about not only on Yelp, but in my friend circle. I decided to give it a shot after being staffed on a client across the street. I came during the weekday lunch rush - the line moved very quickly and the staff on the prep line were extremely fast and efficient. Nothing drives me more insane than an apathetic person preparing my food during prime time lunch rush! I did like the ability to choose from fresh ingredients and being able to see my food being prepared. The entire process was smooth and fast, and the end product pretty tasty. My only slight gripe about this is that it is a little bit overhyped. I don't see it as being significantly better than a place like FlatWok, but I may give it another try with one of the more unique sauces. Side note - the drinks here looked really delicious and interesting. Will definitely try my next time in. read more

Incredible quality, for a change! I'm so happy to get a quality product at a decent price. Also, all gluten free?? What a break from life for someone with Celiac disease. Once I found this online, it was a no-brainer for lunch delivery. I mentioned it was my coworker's birthday in his order and they made a big deal out of it when it arrived. I love it! He had to work through his lunch so I'm happy there was something he could have for the day. Also, the food is incredible. Did I mention that? read more

Line curling around the seating at 1pm on a weekday was a little worrisome but the great smells emanating from the open kitchen, clean and bright interior, and plentiful tables and chairs convinced me to stick it out. Ordering process was straightforward, staff was cheerful despite being at the later end of the lunch rush, and food was fresh and substantial while still being pretty healthy. A very strong addition to the Loop work lunch options. read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Cashew chicken on brown rice with bean sprouts, edamame, broccoli, and sweet corn - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I started ordering from them right when they opened because I was on a "bowl" kick. Doc B's expensive WOK bowls were emptying my bank account and I took a chance here. From my first order to my most recent, you can absolutely tell every ingredient they use is fresh, organic and not filled with anything but wonderful nutrients. But what's better is that you don't assume it's so good for you because it's SO TASTY!! My favorite bowl is brown rice, teriyaki glazed steak (cashew sauce with chicken is great too!) and broccoli, pea shoots and onions. If you're a morning gym-goer, this is a great fuel up the night before. read more

I was working downtown on a blue moon and ran into this place on the way to the train as a hopefully quick lunch, which it was. Great, lively well-decorated large space with a lot of family style seating. The ginger flavoring was great, stir fry with chicken, you can choose from different fry sauces, proteins, and add-ons. Hit the spot, if you have a lot of picky food preferences and sensitivities this is a good place for you. I need to come for dinner sometime! read more

Brighwok Kitchen provides good healthy food. The dishes have lots of veggies and flavor.

Decor is clean and bright - sparsely decorated and very nicely done. Staff is super friendly too. We split a stir fry with the chili coconut curry sauce (spice level hot) and a side of sinful banana chips. Definitely will come back! The hot was good level hot and the banana chips were a good mix of spice and sweet. It was also plenty of food to split one bowl between two of us for a light dinner. read more

OMG! I wish it hadn't taken me this long to discover this place. Tired of subways, mediterranean and chipotle for lunch during weekdays, this place is a treasure. Chilli coconut curry is the best in my opinion! read more

I had a steak with a cashew sauce and noodles and vegetables. It's was delicious, mainly because the tender beef streak pieces which were really great! I liked the concept that I can see my food being prepared and choose my own vegetables. I came in today at 12:45 and the place was packed so I actually had to wait quite some time until I got to order my food and get to eat. Nice place and would definitely recommend! read more

Brightwok Kitchen - Steak with noodles - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois