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    True Food Kitchen

    4.4 (430 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    karina k.

    True kitchen is in 2 locations in the Chicago area. One is downtown and one is at Oak Brook. It's in the central location at Oakbrook Mall and you can just drive into the mall and you will see it. You don't have to walk inside the mall to get here. It's full of healthy food and choices as well as vegan desserts. For example, we had vegan chocolate cake with vanilla bean ice cream. They found the food to be very tasteful and not salty and done with health in mind. I enjoyed all the dishes. I also really like the ambience and the green color couches and the artwork. And there's also a nice bar you can sit at to eat and drink.

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    Patti L.

    This place was nice, busy and clean. The restaurant is open in design. Decor was simple. The food is clean and offers vegetarian options. Our table most ordered the grass fed burger. I had a couple bites and it was very good. It was moist and tasty. The arugula was a nice touch. I ordered the ancient grain bowl. It was very good. Wish there were more vegetables. There was snap peas and sweet potato and onions. The onions could have been cooked more. I would eat here again.

    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!!!!

    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

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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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    Beatrix - Chimichurri Steak & Eggs*

    Beatrix

    4.0(619 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    •$$

    Reservations recommended here because of crowds. I met a friend for happy hour/dinner. They have a…read morelot of drinks and appetizers as well as beef and vegetarian burger on menu. I had a margarita on happy hour menu and it was tasty. For my entree, I got the chicken enchiladas. They were presented very nicely and very flavorful. Since they are known for the caramel pie, I got a slice of that as well. Tasted like caramel candy with the texture similar to pumpkin pie. Service was friendly. I hear their brunch is also amazing as well.

    Not the experience I was expecting. I had high hopes and unfortunately everything fell short. The…read morehost was not accommodating at all. I requested our group to be placed in a corner since we were dining in with 2 kids and an infant who would be sitting in a stroller. She had said they were fully booked and a different party needed the table I was eyeing since they would be coming in with 3 strollers. I was there from 9am-11am on a Friday and it was not packed nor did a family use the table I wanted while I was there. No one came in with 3 strollers either. Aside from that, I was trying to be helpful so the stroller wouldn't get in the way of customers and wait staff. The host basically made it harder for them, not me. I started with the hazelnut oat mocha and this was delicious. This was the highlight of my time there. For food I tried the Shakshouka and it was not good. The pouched eggs were not cooked. From my pictures - it looks like the eggs were cracked in the dish and the chef called it a day. I didn't chance eating it, I ate the pita it came with and left very hungry. I'm giving Beatrix a generous 2 due to the space being beautiful and my latte being great. Unfortunately this is not a spot I'll be returning to.

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    Seated at the bar as we were walk-ins on a busy Saturday morning

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    Alter Brewing + Kitchen - Main Bar Area.

    Alter Brewing + Kitchen

    4.0(199 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Takes reservations

    Tasty beer and delicious food! We ordered the shrimp tacos and Reuben sandwich. Both were very…read moretasty, but personally, the Reuben was my favorite of the two. We also tried a few of their beers, and they were all enjoyable. The atmosphere was very trendy and inviting, and we had amazing service. It's also a great, spacious place to host an event, such as a birthday party or office gathering. They have a HUGE TV in the middle of the bar, which was perfect for watching the Bears game! Definitely will be back to try more of their beers!

    Recently stopped in for the first time to have dinner with a friend and had a good experience…read more We ordered the cheesesteak eggrolls and bang bang cauliflower for apps and they both were amazing! The cauliflower tasted just like orange chicken lol highly recommend them! We also split the alter prime burger and thought it was so nice they separated the meal into two plates for us so we didn't have to do that ourselves (which we wouldn't have minded either). Burger was 10/10 - cooked perfectly! We both ordered beer flights and opted to have lighter options. Overall, we loved the beer but the orange hwip was prob my favorite! Tasted like a pineapple orange juice lol very delicious! Our server was very nice and attentive too! The only "issue" (wasn't really a big issue!) was that I wanted a booth and they said the booths were all reserved, but there was a whole other side that wasn't in use during the entire night we were there (several booths) and they didn't offer those. Not a huge deal but there wasn't an option to reserve a booth or else I would've made sure to do it. We had a great time overall! Food was delicious and service was great. Will def be back (hopefully in a booth lol).

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    Main Dining Room.

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    Private Dining Room.

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    Comfy booth seating.

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

    Coa

    4.2(73 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    We had a 10/10 experience at Coa! The Drake Hotel may look a bit underwhelming from the outside,…read morebut don't be fooled--once you step inside, it looks and feels every bit as luxurious as you'd expect. The restaurant is located downstairs, where we were greeted warmly and seated right away. Our server was an absolute delight--friendly, attentive, and wonderful throughout the evening. We started with guacamole for the table, which was incredibly fresh and delicious. My husband ordered the paella, which takes about 35 minutes to prepare. Our server suggested putting the order in early, and we were so glad he did. I ordered the Gambas al Ajillo and Chicharrón de Ribeye, and both were absolutely delicious. I loved being able to enjoy a little surf and turf and try two completely different dishes. By the end of the evening, we were far too stuffed for dessert--which I now regret! I guess that gives us the perfect excuse to come back soon. We absolutely will!

    Coa is a lovely place in The Drake hotel in Oak Brook, IL. The outside area is so nice and inside…read moreis fun too. Staff is super professional and accommodating. I love tapas and this doesn't disappoint. Is it the best I've ever had? No, but it's quite good. Whatever you do, get the Seared Sea Scallops. The spicy saffron crema,m sauce is literally to die for. My date and I were using the sauce for our bread. It's one of the best sauces I've had. Great spot for a date night. Recommend!

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    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!

    Phase Three Brewing Company

    Phase Three Brewing Company

    4.5(147 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    •$$
    Kid friendly
    Private events

    A brewery with a Filipino inspired menu, I'm in! This was the perfect spot to relax and spend time…read moreoutside on the patio. Their menu often changes but consistently includes pretzel bites, wings, salad, burgers, sandwiches (and a banh mi), and big plates. Pork Lumpia $14 - Tasty filling and beautifully wrapped. Pork Adobo Bowl $22 - Good flavors and variety in this bowl. I was sad to have missed the ube flavored beer, but the strawberry whip I tried was interesting. They have their own parking lot which can get packed at peak times. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026

    I have been wanting to try this place since I saw that their menu offers Filipino cuisine as well…read more I made reservations online for a Saturday dinner. We chose to sit in their outdoor area because the weather was beautiful. For this visit, I've tried: Armadillo eggs- I like the crunch of the crumbs, the flavors were good, but the filling was too heavy Kalbi Short Rib bowl- this was my daughter's dish. it was just ok The Nuremburger- this was the burger of the month (September). It was delicious; the fries were great as well The Smoky Ghost- if you like spice, this is the burger for you. I tried one of the Seltzer; it was okay. My daughter ordered the Raspberry Lime Cola; it was good, although it was a little too sweet for me. Service was friendly and prompt. Our server was very attentive and efficient. The indoor dining area was super loud, so we made a great choice by sitting outside. I wish they had more options for Filipino dishes. I only saw the lumpia appetizer and the beef sisig entree. Maybe next time?

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    Phase Three Brewing Company
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    Blanco Cocina + Cantina

    Blanco Cocina + Cantina

    3.7(361 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    •$$
    Catering service
    Takes reservations

    We celebrated a friend's birthday here at 3:00pm for happy hour, and it turned out to be a…read morefantastic experience from start to finish. One of the best surprises for anyone with a gluten sensitivity is that all of their happy hour drinks are gluten-free, which immediately took the stress out of ordering from the separate menu. While the menu does not explicitly mark items as gluten-free, the staff is extremely knowledgeable, and we discovered that a great variety of happy hour options can easily be made gluten-free. I kicked things off with the Roja sangria before moving on to the frozen trio. Although the Paloma was not freezing properly at the time, the bartender was wonderfully accommodating and expertly crafted a custom margarita using those delicious Paloma flavors instead. My trio featured the coconut agave margarita, a Paloma made with the classic margarita base in guava passionfruit, and a spicy mango margarita. For food, we started by splitting the dip trio, paired with chips that are safely made in a dedicated fryer. We also ordered tacos on corn tortillas, sampling both the chicken pastor and the traditional carnitas, and every single bite of the food was delicious. Although they do not carry any gluten-free desserts, the server offered the birthday girl one of her choosing. Between the accommodating service and the stellar food and drinks, the entire gathering was a huge success.

    Love this place! The food is made from scratch in house, even the corn tortillas for the tacos!…read more Our waitress was super sweet and the place was lit just right for a calm and relaxing dinner. We loved the food and everything tasted so good. Will certainly come back.

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    Blanco Cocina + Cantina
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