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Soul Prime, Chicago, IL

Soul Prime

4.4
4.4
539 Reviews
$31 to $50
Soul food
1969 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614-5008

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
A new concept created by Chef Royce. It's soul food restaurant offering an elevated experience. We are located in the historic Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. Join us for lunch and dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and brunch on Sunday. If you don't see the seat you want available online, please give us a call. We will be happy to make you a reservation.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross street
    Armitage and Halsted.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    8 - Halsted,73 - Armitage,Armitage Brown Line stop--4 blocks away.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 539 people are saying

Soul Prime reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Soul Prime in Chicago offers a cozy and vibrant atmosphere perfect for soul food lovers. Known for its "excellent food" and "amazing staff," standout dishes include the "collard green dip" and "fried green tomatoes." While some find it pricey, the "welcoming ambiance" and "delicious flavors" make it a must-visit spot.

539 Reviews
  1. Sean

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Food Was Delicious, Customer Service 🔥,And The Atmosphere Was Phenomenal 🫱🏾‍🫲🏽🙌🏽💪🏽 I WILL BE BACK

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  2. Paula K.

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience, staff was amazing, the music was on point AND the food was spectacular. We enjoyed the experience!

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  3. Octavia

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was simply perfect, the collards were the best I’ve ever tasted. Portion very generous- we took home lots of leftovers!

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  4. daunjell

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and drinks were very good. It’s small and cozy, everyone was nice and welcoming.

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  5. Josh

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a solo lunch here the other day and the staff were extremely friendly and professional. The Collard Green Dip is amazing and a must have before you make your entree choice. The location, food and vibe is a 10/10. Will be back in the future!

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  6. Lynette

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, it was a very good experience. The restaurant is smaller than expected, but the atmosphere was warm and inviting. No seemed to mind sharing information on their selections. The fried green tomatoes were thinly sliced, seasoned well, and fried to perfection. I could have omitted the lump crab. The short rib tacos were a little salty and oily for my taste but eatable. Lastly, I had the smoked salmon Cesar salad. The flavor was great. If I have it again, which means I will probably return, I'll ask for pieces of salmon instead of flakes. The corn muffins were delicious!

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  7. Gregory

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have patronized several restaurants in Chicago, but I must say that Soul Prime is a cut above the rest. Thank you for the wonderful experience. We will definitely be back soon.

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  8. Jamilla

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very tasty, however the price was way to high for basic soul food. Good vibe, but very small inside. The Staff was very pleasant and on point with water.

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  9. Neferti-ti

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and exceptional service. I will definitely go again soon

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  10. Stephanie

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good. It was just a little late coming out .but I will go back ....

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FAQs

Soul Prime offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 526-3049.

Soul Prime is rated 4.4 stars by 539 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. Lincoln Park

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Soul Prime

1969 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614-5008

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Armitage and Halsted.
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Soul food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    8 - Halsted,73 - Armitage,Armitage Brown Line stop--4 blocks away.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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