Brightwok Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

1. Brightwok Kitchen

8.0
21 E Adams St, Chicago, IL
Asian Restaurant · The Loop · 24 tips and reviews

CarolCarol: Definitely my new favorite lunch spot in the loop. Very fast service and the food is AMAZING! I loved the St. Adam's teriyaki sauce and the veggies are so fresh

Christian T.Christian Trapp: #1 lunch spot in The Loop!

Carolina G.Carolina Guerrero: Great healthy option, Free Wifi and it´s only a short walk from Millenium Park

The South Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

2. The South Garden

8.5
111 S Michigan Ave (at E Adams St), Chicago, IL
Garden · Grant Park · 7 tips and reviews

Joseluis A.Joseluis Avalos: Great 1st date lunch spot.

Shannon R.Shannon Rodehorst: Beautiful place to eat lunch and enjoy the outside!

Jamila C.Jamila Cabahug: There are a lot of pebbles, so make sure to shake your shoes out. Great place to relax and read a book in the shade!

Panes Bread Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

3. Panes Bread Cafe

8.7
3002 N Sheffield Ave (at W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Café · Lakeview · 70 tips and reviews

Patrick B.Patrick Baskin: Amazing sandwich place (pasta is great too), cheap and definitely one of the best lunch spots in Chicago

Playbook A.Playbook Advisory: Place your order by phone for faster service...great lunch spot

Linda F.Linda Felter: Best sandwiches in Chicago. Try something different each time - Don't limit yourself!

Doc B's Fresh Kitchen River North is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

4. Doc B's Fresh Kitchen River North

8.8
55 E Grand Ave (Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 34 tips and reviews

DKFDKF: Wok bowl was very tasty while still being healthy! Great lunch spot.

Carlos H.Carlos Hevia: Great place. They do what everyone else does. They just do it better...and at a great price...and in the center of the city. Beat that.

Rishad T.Rishad Tobaccowala: Order the chicken paillard . It's tasty and healthy ( delicious salad surrounds chicken). Balance it with the fries. They are real good!

Naf Naf Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

5. Naf Naf Grill

8.0
326 N Michigan Ave (btwn E Wacker Pl & E Upper Wacker Dr), Chicago, IL
Middle Eastern Restaurant · The Loop · 57 tips and reviews

Peter O.Peter Opoku: Best lunch spot on Michigan ave!!

John K.John Khuu: My fast food go-to work lunch spot. They really got to ease up on the portion control though. Used to be much better about it. A little more please.

Christopher E.Christopher Edwards: Their fries are really fresh potato chips. And so good. One of the best Mediterranean places I've been. Don't let the fast casual chain appearance scare you.

Flying Saucer is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

6. Flying Saucer

8.8
1123 N California Ave (at Haddon Ave.), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Humboldt Park · 34 tips and reviews

Nick G.Nick G: Excellent breakfast and lunch spot. Veg and non-veg friendly. Cash only. Our little hidden gem.

Aaron C.Aaron Ceplina: Oh man the food was amazing and very affordable. I'll be back many more times.

John H.John Haro: Love it- remember CASH ONLY

Ain't She Sweet Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

7. Ain't She Sweet Cafe

8.5
526 E 43rd St, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Grand Boulevard · 36 tips and reviews

Mark B.Mark Brouch: The jerk chicken bowl is spicy and delicious! Best lunch spot in the neighborhood.

Lizzie S.Lizzie S.: Margo, the owner, is just the nicest! Family-run place. Great for lunch, try the Spartan panini and don't forget to get some Sweet Potato Cheesecake from Jimmy Jamm.

Claudia C.Claudia Cheres: Tomato spinach bisque is good

Joong Boo Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

8. Joong Boo Market

8.8
3333 N Kimball Ave (at Kennedy Expy), Chicago, IL
Supermarket · Northwest Side · 44 tips and reviews

Elise C.Elise Catalanotte: Kimchi, soups, dumplings, awesome cheap lunch spot

Kirb T.Kirb Torres: Awesome restaurant hidden in the back of this market, but the best part is the fish, veggie, & frozen food selections for affordable prices. If you live on the Nside, you have to visit.

Cristina D.Cristina Dordas: Hidden gem restaurant at the corner of the supermarket. Excellent korean food for less than 10$!

Avli is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

9. Avli

7.7
702 N Wells St (Huron), Chicago, IL
Greek Restaurant · River North · 5 tips and reviews

Matt K.Matt Knust: Great lunch spot with outdoor seating

Stacy B.Stacy Bo Bacy: Cute date spot. Great service with Greek servers that are very attentive and helpful with recommendations. Take advantage of their happy hour every weekday 2:30-5:30pm on drinks and small bites.

TheOutOfTownerTheOutOfTowner: The lamb-beef meatballs, the charred eggplant spread. The food was average. Burger tasted like a pita. The halloumi avacado salad was terrible! Too sweet. All in all, okay experience. Not rushing back

Norman's Bistro is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

10. Norman's Bistro

8.6
1001 E 43rd St (at Ellis), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · North Kenwood · 42 tips and reviews

David W.David Weathersby: Wonderful lunch spot

Angie M.Angie Milton: Salmon croquets and braised collard greens were wonderful. I plan to try the gumbo next go around.

Ron W.Ron Willis: The Cajun Catfish was on point with the Red Beans and Rice. Great combo!

Brown Bag Seafood Co. is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

11. Brown Bag Seafood Co.

8.1
340 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Near East Side · 25 tips and reviews

John S.John Shrimp: Fresh and pristine seafood at an affordable price point doesn’t have to be a rare catch. This casual lunch spot reels in diners with an assortment of fish, shrimp, lobster rolls, and more.

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: The Powerbox features spinach topped with a blend of quinoa, brown rice and lemon vinaigrette to accompany your choice of seafood such as crispy shrimp, lemon whitefish or the fish of the day. Read more.

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Love their lobster roll special on weekends. Have tried almost everything on the menu & enjoyed everything!

Raymond's Tacos is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

12. Raymond's Tacos

8.3
2406 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Heart of Chicago · 33 tips and reviews

Brian W.Brian Ware: Good steak and chicken tacos! Great lunch spot!

Juan R.Juan Ramirez: You have to absolutely try the Asada tacos they are nicely seasoned and have that flavor that you know is authentic - try the burritos and chiles Toreados!!

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Getting cheese on your tacos at Raymond's will result in slice of American placed between two corn tortillas that is grilled until oozing and golden.

Beatrix is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

13. Beatrix

9.0
519 N Clark St (at W Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · River North · 233 tips and reviews

Carol F.Carol Fowler: Great business lunch spot or meet girls after work.

ISC C.ISC Chicago: Huge portions, popular Loop lunch spot

Josh W.Josh W: I alternated between the braised pot roast/egg sandwich & fluffy lemon pancakes. Great sweet and savory combination. Washed it all down with the blueberry Tom Collins cocktail. All delicious 👍.

Bernie's Lunch & Supper is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

14. Bernie's Lunch & Supper

7.9
660 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · River North · 22 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This flavorful lunch spot offers an incredible midday menu, which includes filling options like a juicy steak salad and a delicious cheeseburger with optional "thieves-thick" bacon. Read more.

Jordi F.Jordi Fakiani: All the dishes are amazingly crafted & presented - but the ones I really enjoyed were: #1 Jamón Serrano + cheese piece of bread, #2 the oysters & #3 the chocolate + marshmallows + ice cream desert :-)

SejalSejal: The beef tartar, lamb and roasted chicken were great. As was the potatoes bravas and corn. The pork confit was meh in comparison. We ordered all of the desserts for our party and loved the avocado ice

Hendrickx Belgian Bread Crafter is one of The 15 Best Places for Lunch Spot in Chicago.

15. Hendrickx Belgian Bread Crafter

8.3
100 E Walton St (btwn N Rush St & N Lake Shore Dr), Chicago, IL
Bakery · Streeterville · 63 tips and reviews

Victoria U.Victoria Unger: This place is so under the radar and it's my favorite lunch spot downtown. Everything tastes so amazing and fresh. Made in house daily. Can never resist the chocolate almond croissant-delicious.

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: Try the mini goat cheese éclair: a classic choux pastry shell filled with a divine savory mix of whipped goat cheese, olive oil, thyme and pistachios drizzled with honey. Also available as a sandwich. Read more.

Ben M.Ben McLaughlin: Everything here is absolutely amazing and hand made... Best kept secret in the Gold Coast