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    True Food Kitchen

    4.4 (424 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Charese M.

    I was so excited to try this place, only to be a bit disappointed. The location is beautiful inside and creates excitement about the experience you're going to have. We walked in around 10:30 in the morning and it was pretty calm. I expected for it to be packed, no! We were seated immediately. As we looked over the menu, we were greeted by our server. She was sweet, but she seemed clueless concerning what was good or how to make us believe a dish was good. Unfortunately she lacked people skills . We ordered what we assumed was good and honestly, it was good, but it wasn't memorable. I don't even remember what I ate. The special made drinks were very good! I would go back for those, but the food is a no no for me!

    Wild-Caught Tuna Poke Bowl, GF
    Stephanie S.

    I love that they have so many fresh and healthy options here. I had the pink dragonfruit lemonade and the poke bowl and my husband had the korean noodles. Both were delicious! The servings aren't huge but that's why it's healthy haha. It's a well designed space too, modern and organic feeling. Service was quick too. Recommend!

    Chicken tenders 1/2 order
    Joneice B.

    Been meaning to try this farm to table restaurant. We were out in Oak Brook to hike some of the preserves with our pup and needed to return an item at retailer located near True Kitchen. I called and they have a dog friendly patio. We made a reservation and table was ready as reserved. We sat outside under a nice umbrella. The day was perfect. We were served by Alivia and she was so friendly and welcoming. Our dog even fell in love with her warm demeanor. We started out with drinks. My husband grabbed juice based non-alcoholic refresher before moving on to smoky old fashion. I grabbed the passionfruit margarita but asked for it to be spicy. The drink presented well but the rim was so salty and the tequila was not plentiful. My husband enjoyed his old fashion. For brunch I had the rancher's hash and it was delicious. I had the eggs cooked over-hard and nothing to complain about on this breakfast. The only thing is that the dish came with sourdough toast and the bread was so hard and had no butter. I should asked for some butter but I was hungry so I ate it. We also grabbed chicken tenders (air fryer) with the slaw to go. The slaw was good and the tenders were okay but I think they were slightly burnt so they were very dry. All in all this was a positive dining experience. I would come back for that breakfast hash and to try other dishes. It is nice to have fresh made foods. The veggies, the cheese and even the salsa were delicious and custom.

    Smoke Show Old Fashioned
    Andre A.

    If you're looking for clean eating, this is a place for you. The entire menu is made fresh in house. Started the visit off with a drink called the hangover RX. This was a necessary drink. It has coconut water and a few other juices. They are all fresh squeezed. . The burger was cooked great and didn't give me a heavy feeling that I usually get. A+

    Burger
    Selma L.

    Really cute place to stop and grab a bite to eat. The service was great and it was very clean with nice decor. We tried the pizza and the burger. The seasonal pizza was tasty and had great flavor. Ample Topping and cheese. It was a nice portion size. The crust was a little hard to chew but the flavor of the pizza made up for it. It was nice if you like fresh and unique pizzas!! The burger was our favorite thing we ordered. It was juicy and all the topping and condiments worked well together. The salad was also fresh and had a nice dressing. Overall pricy, but the quality was there and we enjoyed our food!!!!

    He likes his food

    Fantastic food with great environment my buddy had a birthday and they treated him wonderfully. Keep up the great work. Extremely friendly and deserves raise.

    Teriyaki Quinoa Bowl, V GF
    T O.

    Mediocre food at an expensive price. I just don't understand why it has all these great ratings. I left hungry because of the small portions. I wasn't impressed by the service either and don't care to return.

    Masha K.

    I got the pesto and added chicken. Tastes unique and it had hints of middle eastern spices in it! I like the ambiance and the service. Would recommend!

    Plant based cheeseburger
    Ayad F.

    Great place for clean eating. Spacious. Clean and well maintained. Friendly service. Comfy booths. Food is delicious and filling. Vegan and gluten free options available.

    Meatloaf
    Leslie A.

    Came here for Sunday brunch to celebrate Father's Day and glad I made a reservation because when we arrived, the place was absolutely packed to the gills We got a great little booth and the server was absolutely fantastic and super friendly We ordered just a handful of dishes and everything was super tasty to our surprise quite frankly. Our group definitely sometimes thinks that healthy is not necessarily tasty and that fresh is sometimes a little too clean however, this place did not disappoint and everything from drinks, which I forgot to take a picture of of cocktails, as well as the fancy coffees, the food were delicious. This is definitely a must stop again and clearly on the weekend the reservation is needed I think this is a great addition to the mall. The pricing is very fair considering the other food options.

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    The food is delicious with great vegan options and the staff is super friendly. We are looking forward to going back soon!

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    Ask the Community - True Food Kitchen

    Do you have outside seating for people with their dogs?

    It's mid-November now and I didn't see any outdoor seating today when I was there.

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    Alter Brewing + Kitchen - Crispy shrimp tacos

    Alter Brewing + Kitchen

    4.0(191 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Stopped in to try their beer and to watch some World Cup matches. Was impressed with service at the…read morebar even late (no food service), and loved the beers. Tried a mixed flight of IPA, Pale Ale, Sour, and a Stout - all were good and unique in the genre. My absolute favorite was a full pour of the King Balaton, sour cherry with a jammy and complex taste. Balaton is a Hungarian cherry, and I once had a great wine by a Michigan wine maker with the same, so I'm gonna say the Balaton cherry should be a Midwest tradition. There were plenty of TVs showing the World Cup matches, so I could keep up with the action. I look forward to more visits, and to try their extensive beer and food menu.

    Cool ambience in this brewery type restaurant. Neither of us had any beer that day, maybe next…read moretime. I was surprised to learn that they had a gluten-free bun for me to have with their grilled chicken sandwich. The bun did not fall apart like a typical gluten-free bread sometimes does. The sandwich also had avocado and bacon on it. The coleslaw was very good. The waitress was great. Good service and happy to help me with my gluten-free options. My husband had the spinach strawberry salad, which he really enjoyed. We went on a Saturday afternoon and there was a pretty good crowd there. The noise level was not bad at all. There were several families there with children and it looked like they had kids meals available although I did not look on the menu.

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    BBQ Brisket Mac

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    Coa

    4.2(68 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    I was at this place for my friend's wedding welcome reception. First of all, this is a perfect…read moreplace for a special occasion. They have a beautiful patio over a view of lovely garden. Food they had was excellent. Their cocktails were great as well. As far as staff goes, I only dealt with bartenders. They were all so nice and friendly, listened to my request and made a perfect cocktail.

    My party of 4 celebrated a few birthdays (including me!). Originally our reservations was at…read moreanother tapas place, but unbeknownst to us the first place we chose closed for the night for a staff function. Having been to COA before, my brother and I suggested it which worked out even better than expected! First the service was top notch from beginning to end. Our server was Ana, who was kind, super attentive, and made some excellent recommendations that was delicious. The food is exquisite in and of itself. We ordered several hot tapas in addition to a mixed paella and three skirt steak tacos. A couple of the tapas only had three servings and seeing as how we had 4 in the party, she upped the amount to 4. Now that's called dedication. During the course of the night, one of the member's of my party had a slight accident. Well management (Carlos and Kim) was on top of it from the get go and GRACIOUSLY took care of us throughout the night, making sure our service was OK. Hospitality like this is rare because you don't see many members of management walking table to table to make sure their guests are having a good experience. And Carlos did that throughout the night. Come for the food, stay for the experience. You won't be disappointed!

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    Coa - 2026b1/2 Slab of Jalapeno Peach BB Q Ribs with Cajun Fries (even if you don't eat spicy food this is delicious)

    2026b1/2 Slab of Jalapeno Peach BB Q Ribs with Cajun Fries (even if you don't eat spicy food this is delicious)

    Coa - Vieras A La Plancha (sea scallops, saffron cream, aioli, and saffron rice). Outstanding!

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    Vieras A La Plancha (sea scallops, saffron cream, aioli, and saffron rice). Outstanding!

    Seasons 52 - Wood-Grilled Filet Mignon served with broccolini, Yukon mash, red wine and mushroom sauce.

    Seasons 52

    4.1(1.1k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    The atmosphere was classic, traditional steakhouse, with the expert kitchen on full display. Our…read moreserver was prompt, engaging and helpful. We started with some lobster bisque and a lump crab cake appetizer. The bisque was sublime. The crab cake was mostly crab and paired with a delicious mustard sauce. My only complaint was that I wanted more. Having recently experienced a subpar upscale chain restaurant steak dinner at another restaurant, I was gun shy to order a steak, but was rewarded with one of the most tender and tasty cuts of beef in the Chicago suburbs. The literal topper was the red wine reduction...so good! My companion ordered (and shared!) the grilled scallops. A generous serving of tender, succulent scallops on a bed of delicious risotto. The combo made a great surf and turf experience. Desserts at these types of restaurants can be so overwhelming that even the thought of sharing seems like too much. But here, we had perfectly sized portions and a wonderful selection of treats to cap a great meal. We each ordered a different treat and it was the perfect amount. We are looking forward to bringing friends and family to return visits. Soon.

    Hubby and I went to dinner at Seasons 52 on Saturday, which we haven't been to in a long time. I…read moreforgot how much I enjoy this restaurant. We sat in the bar and had a great server named Shawn. Shawn was engaging and provided great service. I'll definitely request him next time I visit. I wasn't drinking that night, but hubby solo'd it with a bourbon cocktail called a Paper Plane. He said it was very tasty, especially on the hot day. We shared the ahi tuna tartare to start. The tartare was a stack of tuna with tropical salsa and avocado. So fresh. It came with a basket of crispy lavish bread, I hope when the restaurant switches their recipe that they will continue making a seedless lavish for those who can't do nuts or seeds. Hubby had the wood grilled tenderloin salad for dinner. I had to get a taste of that tenderloin because it was cooked perfectly. It was so tasty and seasoned well. I had the wood grilled Idaho rainbow trout, swapping out the asparagus for carrots. The trout came with a dill mustard sauce which I nixed and just squeezed fresh lemon on the fish. The fish was moist and smoky. Of course, we had to get the little dessert shooters to end the meal. Hubby had the Belgian chocolate s'mores, which was ridiculously decadent. I had the more conservative raspberry cannoli dessert. These tiny sweet treats are delicious mini indulgences. I love them because you want something a little sweet at the end of a meal but don't want a huge dessert. I think they're perfect. I like Seasons 52 because every item on the menu has the calories listed. Their food is always very good and the service is top-notch. When I ordered the tuna appetizer, a manager came over right away and asked me about a seed allergy because they noticed I said no nuts and seeds on my reservation. They really pay attention to their customers needs. I highly recommend Seasons 52. Ask for Shawn!

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    Seasons 52 - Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops served with broccolini and mascarpone risotto.

    Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops served with broccolini and mascarpone risotto.

    Seasons 52 - Cedar Plank-roasted Salmon with seasonal vegetables, marble potatoes and dill-mustard sauce

    Cedar Plank-roasted Salmon with seasonal vegetables, marble potatoes and dill-mustard sauce

    Seasons 52 - Seasons 52 has a wide selection of varietals on our wine menu

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    Seasons 52 has a wide selection of varietals on our wine menu

    Protein Bar & Kitchen - Our Superfood Salad is delicious, nutritious and protein-packed!

    Protein Bar & Kitchen

    4.1(194 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $

    Visited Protein Bar & Kitchen for weekend lunch. I like that they are nestled slightly away from…read morethe mall to avoid crowds. The inside was quite large and mostly had people stopping in for pick up orders and smoothies. Their menu offers the same ingredients in burrito or bowl form as well as salad or wrap form. The menu clearly outlines the item's protein, fiber and caloric counts to also consider. While most items have a recommended protein, you can switch it out for another choice. My husband and I each got a Mexicali Burrito; his with chicken and mind with tofu. It was a good sized portion and ingredients were fresh & well mixed inside. I did get a huge kale steam in my burrito but fished it out. While I thought the flavors were good, it didn't leave me craving to come back. I did leave feeling full but not weighed down like most fast casual spots.

    I was out and about this weekend and needed some fuel but didn't want something that was going to…read more(1) take a long time or (2) make me feel sluggish the rest of the day. Protein Bar & Kitchen did just the job. From salads, bowls, and wraps, there are so many fun, filling options that all incorporate quality ingredients. I ended up trying the buffalo bowl which was good! I had just the right amount of spiciness but wasn't overwhelming. I typically ask for the sauce on the side but forgot this time around and it was actually perfect - they didn't overdo the sauce but it was enough to highlight the flavor. I wish they had one closer to home since I would be a regular!

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    Protein Bar & Kitchen - Great way to cater is with a Protein Bar & Kitchen do-it-yourself acai bowl bar

    Great way to cater is with a Protein Bar & Kitchen do-it-yourself acai bowl bar

    Protein Bar & Kitchen - Smoothies and protein shakes are great healthy options at Protein Bar & Kitchen

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    Smoothies and protein shakes are great healthy options at Protein Bar & Kitchen

    Phase Three Brewing Company

    Phase Three Brewing Company

    4.4(137 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$
    Kid friendly
    Private events

    I always enjoy supporting local restaurants, and this Asian fusion restaurant did not disappoint…read more Convenient parking lot next to the restaurant. Our server, Maddie was so fun, energetic, helpful, and very accommodating. It was a nice touch that the manager came to check on us and offered a taste test of their stouts; Eunoia Batch 21 and What Could Be 35. So good!! Phase Three Brewery Company in Elmhurst, a must-visit for anyone who appreciates unique, well-crafted beers. Their house brews paired perfectly with the food and are worth the visit on their own. I had the Day Drift, Blood Orange, Calamansi, so refreshing!! I should have ordered the 16 ounces!! The Shanghai Lumpia was delicious, crispy, golden, and packed with flavor. The Duck Corn Dogs were another standout, perfectly cooked, tender and moist. The banana ketchup added a layer of flavor. I originally came for the adobo, but unfortunately they had already sold out. Instead, I ordered the Double Dip Korean Style Fried Chicken Sandwich, and I'm glad I did! The chicken breast was incredibly tender, juicy, and savory--absolutely delicious. To finish, I had the Ube Cheesecake. Rich, creamy, and wonderfully decadent without being overwhelming. Needless to say, I'll definitely be back for that adobo I missed and, of course, to enjoy a few more of those amazing craft beers.

    We have been to Phase 3 : Elmhurst several times and we love it!…read more The first time we visited, it was just for beers. The beers were excellent, and the food looked and smelled so good that we vowed to come back! We've been back twice now and loved it each time! You can't go wrong with their beers! Their flagships are solid and they always have a healthy number of experimental brews. Best of all the worlds! This time we both got IPAS and loved them all: Trail Trip, West Coast Pixel, and Swells! Trail Trip was my favorite because I prefer non-hazy. For dinner I got the double-dipped fried chicken sandwich with a side of fries. YUM! Bursting with flavor and deliciousness! The spicy gochujang sauce is divine! And super filling! My husband did the OG Burger, Fries, and 10 oz beer for $15 Monday/Tuesday deal. He loved the food, drink, and the deal! The space is so clean, open, and inviting. The front dinning area is spacious enough with plenty of seating and the bar, but there is also a fantastic outdoor space. The servers will all friendly, helpful, and professional. Things can move a little slowly, but it is worth the wait! On busy weekend nights, they do have online reservations, so that can be a good way to secure a spot! Next time we are in Elmhurst, we will definitely be back. We love Phase 3!

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    Phase Three Brewing Company
    Phase Three Brewing Company

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    Blanco Cocina + Cantina

    Blanco Cocina + Cantina

    3.7(358 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$
    Catering service
    Takes reservations

    Stopped in for a quick business lunch with a colleague. Turns out they have a daily lunch special…read morethat is perfect. Drinks are included for $16. You have a choice of queso or guac as a starter, both are small. Chips and salsa are also gratis. After that you have a choice of two items from a list of about 8 or 9 items. I had the chicken quesadilla and tostada. Upgrade to add bean and rice for a buck. My colleagues fish taco wasn't worth the extra $2 according to her. I thought everything was fresh and delicious. More lunch than both of us needed, I'd pass on the rice/beans in the future. Service was good. Attentive but everything was her favorite on the menu, not very helpful. Seating in indoors or out. They have TVs for the World Cup and a full bar. Highly recommend for lunch and we will be back.

    The short rib enchiladas were really good, and the queso was great too. It had almost a…read morefondue-style feel, which I liked. Service could definitely use some work. My server was pretty slow and seemed distracted, sometimes gone for 20 minutes at a time. I basically had to lock eyes with him just to get his attention. He was a younger guy, so hopefully he tightens that up. Also, if someone notes in their reservation that they're bringing a baby and a car seat, it would make more sense to seat them at a booth instead of in the middle of the restaurant, especially when booths are open. Overall, I'd say it was about a 7/10 experience.

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