Healthy Restaurants in Chicago
Updated weekly · Last refresh: September 7, 2026
Chicago's healthy-eating directory currently tracks 12 restaurants with published nutrition data, spanning national fast-casual chains and dedicated high-protein concepts. Protein House posts the highest protein numbers of any kitchen in the set: its Thai Monster Bowl runs 733 calories with 80g of protein, and its Muscle Builder Burger comes in at 892 calories with 77g of protein — both ahead of every other dish we track in this city.
For a leaner protein-to-calorie ratio, look at the grab-and-go counter items: Whole Foods Market's Hot Bar Rotisserie Chicken Breast delivers 35g of protein for 185 calories, and its Hot Bar Turkey Breast Slices carry 33g of protein for just 155 calories. Chick-fil-A's Grilled Chicken Nuggets (12 count) land in similar territory at 200 calories and 38g of protein, making it one of the more efficient picks among the chain options we list.
One ordering tip worth using across these menus: dressing and sauce swings calorie counts more than protein counts. True Food Kitchen's Chinese Chicken Salad drops from 700 calories to 490 calories in its no-dressing version, while protein holds essentially steady at 36-37g. If you're tracking macros, ask for dressing on the side or skip it, check whether a salad is listed with a no-dressing option, and let the protein number — not the plate size — decide what you order.
Editor's Top Protein Pick
Protein House's Thai Monster Bowl is the highest-protein item we track here: 80g protein, 733 calories.