Favorite Lunch Spots

We have favorites that we always go to for lunch. If you are ever in the Loop or realize that one of these chains is near the place you work, check them out as they are wonderful!

- Freshii- located in the Equinox building across the street. I recommend the Warrior Chicken Bowl. (who cares that I cannot say warrior that well?!) The food is made with whole grains and they are the better version of Protein Bar, which I think takes like cardboard. I would call ahead because they have a funny system of ordering off the menu where you have to grab a clipboard and write or check off what you would like to eat. This causes major issues for anyone who is not privy to the system and for anyone who is, they get ticked waiting. Plus, it is not very green writing on a piece of paper at every order 


- Au Bon Pain- French bakery and restaurant that has a variety of soups and delicious sandwiches. The bread is always fresh and the desserts are fabulous if you are in the mood. You can go at lunch without a huge crowd and the staff is always helpful and friendly.

- Roti- Mediterranean sandwiches. You can get on pita bread or gyro-style. I love their fresh couscous and dill and yogurt sauce. Roti used to do punch-cards. I am not sure if they still do this as I don't frequent it as much as they changed their bread and it is not as divine), but they used to have a frequent diner's card that you could use to get a free sandwich after a several purchases.

- Potbelly's- This is one of our favorite go-to's when no one can make up their mind. I always get their chicken salad salad that has what else but chicken salad on a bed of greens. They have dried cranberries and their famous bread for croutons. Also, you can get their chocolate shakes that pack in a lot less calories for the same flavor as their malt chocolate shakes (almost). At noon we have to wait about 30 minutes in line so we always fax or call over our order and go right to the front! 

- Rosebud Theatre District- A must have when you are willing to spend about $15-$20 on lunch. We typically will order when someone buys for us like a client or wholesaler. Their chopped salad has baby shrimp and chicken. They also give you bread and parmesan cheese with olive oil to dip it in. We always carry out and they are prompt and on time. Once they forgot to give us an item and I was already a block away and I heard a waitstaff calling my name and running after me. That is service.

- NYC Bagel- This is the chain's second location and I am sure they will have many more. Probably not the healthiest for you, but their sandwich bagels are tasty. They always have fresh Boar's Head meats and include greens, onion, cucumbers and mayo/mustard on any bagel if you order a sandwich. I would go in there because the guys are cool and if you tip, you get a nice "thank you!" shout out by all of them.