I can't believe I haven't written a review about this place. I used to live in the neighborhood, and I walked here 2-3 times a week. I love the Bronzeville Salad with Turkey and ranch dressing. The service is amazing and the wait isn't long at all. I would recommend calling your order in ahead of time because it gets busy during lunch. This place is a GREAT addition to the Bronzeville area. They defiantly have a repeat customer in me!
Review Source:I stopped in here for lunch looking for an alternative to greasy fried foods. The inside is clean and cozy. I ordered a cup of clam chowder and a chicken Cesar salad. The guy behind the counter was super rude and acted as if he was annoyed by having to take my order. I got home and began to eat my food.My soup was okay. Â and my salad was fantastic until U got to almost the end and discovered two bugs in my food! they obviously don't wash the lettuce. disgusting!!! I will never go back here again
Review Source:I decided to patronize a business in the area and am VERY HAPPY I did!
Highly recommend it!
I wanted to get a well rounded experience, so tried multiple things. I had the Jerk Chicken wrap (toasted) which was AWESOME! I also had the tomato soup the man suggested. He gave me a sample and I was sold, very thick and tasty. And then, I tried a smoothie. I asked what type of orange juice they would use in it (as they have several with OJ as key ingredient) and It was Deans. Personally, that's a cheap/lower grade OJ that I wouldn't serve at home, so I was a little disappointed. The sand which and soup made up for the Deans though and it may be just a personal thing. lol
I will definitely be back as that wrap and soup ROCKED.
A couple other things, I got there right around opening and the man working was very friendly and working hard, but he was alone. So it got busy around 11:30 and a little backed up. Shortly after a lady (owner I think) showed up, which helped.
Yummy Yummy. This is one of my favorite sandwich shops in Chicago. Their panini's are awesome. I like the fact that you can watch your food  being freshly made. The place is clean and the staff is very friendly. The only drawback is that this place is usually crowded, but its well worth the wait.
Review Source:This is hands down my go-to spot for sandwiches, soups, smoothies and more!
Paninis: The Reuben, The Spartan and The Tuscany are divine. Always fresh ingredients. Not subway fresh. Fresh, fresh.
Smoothies: Tropical Breezer and Weight Watcher blended to heavenly perfection.
Salads: Chicago and Bronzeville (need I write more?)
My girlfriend and I have been patrons of Ain't She Sweet Cafe for years now, beginning with its previous location on 45th and Cottage Grove. This place offers a menu chocked full of outstanding wraps, salads, paninis and smoothies that are great in the summer or winter (honestly, Chicago only has two seasons.) We certainly enjoy going here and I encourage anyone who's on the fence to give it a try. There are an inordinate number of places selling burgers, gyros, chicken, and chicken gyro burgers every 20 feet in Bronzeville. Support the business that stand out and offer quality options that are healthy and delicious.
Review Source:I've only been here twice, but both times have been great! Their service is good; they are quick with making the sandwiches; and you can get Belly reward points! Â I visited today and tried and the Chicken Cesar wrap; it was delicious! Â The chicken was tender, the lettuce was fresh, the flour wrap was nice and soft, and the dressing was great! I'll be back!
Review Source:cute cafe! The food is reasonably priced. Great service. Loved how the place was decorated with the different artwork.
I had the jerk chicken wrap....and it was the bomb! It was kinda on the spicy side, just how I like it :)
The smoothies are very good too. I tried the weight watchers drink with a little honey. It wasn't too sweet and not too heavy. I would definitely buy that drink again.
Overall, I had a great experience. Can't wait to go back and try more of the food!
My favorite thing on the menu is the chicken Cesar wrap. It's delicious!!
The tropical breezer smoothie is also a  MUST TRY!!!
I actually think this place is a bit pricey after becoming a frequent visitor but even still it's one of the best restaurant's in the area. Therefore, I think it's worth it to splurge.
Very impressed by this location. I have been here and been blown away by the food. You have to try "Da Steve" it has to be one of the best darn sandwiches in the city. Only problem is that people know about this place and it can get packed really fast. But it is worth going to and trying. Also they have gluten free stuff for you health nuts.
Review Source:One of my favorite neighborhood spots.  I loooove the Caribbean Jerk Chicken Wrap.  I could even have it spicier, but know that most people do not like things as hot as I do.  The smoothies are also very good, especially the tropical breezer.  The smoothies are not the most healthy because it's not all just fruit.  They are made with  syrups and fruit juices.  If you're not calorie counting, they hit the spot.  I go at least 2-3 a month for lunch or dinner.
I wish the hours were longer, but maybe with more traffic and business this will change with time. Â I do think sometimes a meal can be slightly expensive depending on what you get, but nothing unreasonable.
The customer service is generally great. Â The faces are friendly and the owner when she's present is always pleasant. Â
Definitely a place you want to try. Â I have taken sooo many people here and they have all really liked it!
I live in the area and there aren't too many other thriving businesses so it's absolutely shocking that I've never been here. But it's true. Now that I've sampled the amazing food, however, I hope to become a regular!
I came here with a friend because she works in the area and she had a Groupon burning a whole in her pocket. I was more than happy to help her spend her virtual dollars. So we mosied on over during lunch.
The scene: The restaurant is very nicely decorated with local photographs and art work. There's a nice mix of music playing on the sound system at just the right volume. It's sunny and friendly. The place was packed around noon but the line moved quickly and seats became available quickly.
The process: You grab your drinks from the cooler, order and pay at the counter, and grab a seat. All the magic happens right in front of your eyes. In a perfectly clean, orderly kitchen with pleasant employees. It's like a happiness factory!
The eating frenzy: We ordered a jerk chicken wrap and a veggie panini. A friendly man brought us the food and a small bag of chips. We split the order so we each could have a taste. And then the pigging out began. I bit into the panini and experienced vegetarian heaven. But then...the jerk chicken wrap. Sweet heavenly goodness, this was amazing. Like pure joy, right in your mouth!
The moral of the story: I've wasted enough precious time not knowing about this jerk chicken wrap of the Gods. You should not make the same mistake. Go now!
Nice Store..Ok Sandwiches..A-OK salads. I purchased 3 groupons to this place, expecting to have some decent food, but what they gave me was just OK, nothing too fancy, or shall I say nothing that I couldn't prepare myself. And the time it took to get my food...Too long! I have one more Groupon to redeem, hopefully this one will atleast save this business on my "tried, but not going back list."
Review Source:Today was my first time trying this place and let me tell you the food was excellent. I had the jerk chicken wrap (on spinach wrap) my daughter had the grilled chicken cheddar sandwich and I got a chopped salad to go. Service was excellent , I plan on using them for girls get together.
Review Source:Everything here is absolutely delicious. I was surprised too because both times I went my friend and I had Groupons. The tomato bisque is out of this world and the veggie sandwiches are also to die for. It's in a location that can be hard to find, so make sure to keep an eye out for it!
There are several tables inside and it's cute enough that it makes for a great lunch date with a friend or your significant other. The prices are good for what you get and the staff is lovely. I believe they make their soups from scratch which, right off the bat, had me crawling back for more.
Try this.
I had heard a lot of good things about this place and I confirmed them today--it is a gem. Â Nicely decorated with unique art pieces, even the bathroom, which means a lot to me--I think you can tell a lot about a restaurant from the bathroom!
The food was good--creative and fresh cafe food. Â I had the fiesta salad. Â I've never had a salad that had so much fruit on it and somehow it worked. A tad sweet for my taste but that is just me. My kids shared a veggie panini and seemed to enjoy it. I was impressed that they managed to get broccoli into the sandwich mix. Â My dad had the jerk chicken wrap and said it was delicious--my husband recommended the wrap from his earlier visit. Â
These are only suggestions, not complaints: the waitstaff could be a little more inviting/instructive. Â It was our first time so we didnt know and there were no signs about where to sit or order, if they bring it out or if they have you pick it up at the counter. Â Its pretty obvious that you order at the register but the two guys behind the counter sort of hung back in the open kitchen and took my order from there. Â That was a little awkward but then he came out set our table and brought our food, which was a nice touch that I wasn't expecting--I thought it was a pick up deal. Â
Anyway, charming spot. Â Even my dad who doesn't like trying new things liked it.
We were running a financial aid workshop for our students (Chicago Scholars) at the Urban League and they recommended this place for lunch. I brought our staff and guest speaker here and we enjoyed it very much. Bright, open space, with good sandwich variety. We all enjoyed our selections. The jerk chicken got a rave. I had the Spartan, which was good.
Afterwards I decided to have some ice cream and ordered two scoops (about $3.00) which came out like five, scooped by the owner herself, who was very nice and clearly involved in running the place. A nice local spot.
Haven't been to the new location yet, so this review is based on the old Cottage Grove location. Â Cute space (we hosted a baby shower), the owner is very nice, the staff appropriately chatty.
I absolutely LOVE, 'Da Steve'....you should try it for yourself.
Its a simple sandwich shop that doesn't try to do too much.
I like this place. I've been a few times and the sandwiches are good and you get a huge sandwich for what you pay. My only gripe is that I really like their smoothies and I usually get the same one every time I go but each time it tastes different from the last. So far it has been the BEST when the owner herself makes it. YUM!
Review Source:Excellent! The service was great and the sandwich was big and delicious ! I would recommend "da steve" with extra hot peppers. Â I will definitely be returning there soon. Â Also the prices are great, check out the lunch specials. Â The sandwich was excellent but not the absolute best food I have ever ate HOWEVER, the service+price+taste combo easily pushes this into the 5-star zone.
P.S.
My wife loved  the smoothie with a passion!
I stopped in for lunch today Groupon in hand. The proprietors made the right decision there as I will be back and will be recommending this spot for our school's catering rotation. I really enjoyed the Jerk Chicken Wrap. It had lots of chicken, fresh veggies, and a good (if modest) kick. I accompanied this with their raspberry lemonade Grove Mixer, slushy type thing. This was very light and refreshing on this hot humid day. The place is spotless and well decorated, a very inviting boit. The staff was, without exception, friendly and conscientious. Next time...the Chicken Caesar Wrap and the soups sound tempting come cooler climes.
Review Source:I love this place. Â What a wonderful addition to the community! Â
I eat lunch here probably once a week. Â It's as diet-friendly as you want it to be. Â The ingredients in the salads, sandwiches and smoothies are always fresh. Â In these colder months, I especially enjoy the tomato spinach bisque. Â
If you find yourself in the neighborhood, definitely pop in for a treat!
My aunt's baby shower was hosted here. Â I really liked the space for a venue. Â I have a good friend getting married soon and this would make a perfect place for one of her showers. Â I'm definitely going back to try the food very soon. Also, the owner was on hand to answer any questions we had about the art on the walls and the venue.
Review Source:This place is a wonderful local cafe owned and run by wonderful local folk. Also, they support local artists. They really are a community oriented establishment and not another corporate franchise. They do a really good job too. Â I will always prefer to give my money to places that are really supporting and engaging with their local community.
Additionally, they do have fantastic food. The sandwiches are HUGE. I mean really huge. Like 6 inches tall. and so delicious. It really is the perfect south side lunch spot.
I was recently in Bronzeville with a friend to attend to a work event. Â I would ordinarily never notice this little sandwich shop since it's easy to drive right past (and I'm never in the area) but my friend made me stop in. Â Yum! Â The sandwich I had, a turkey BLT, was fantastic and huge. Â And I mean really, really big. Â It was delicious and super fresh. Â Honestly, the food here was fresher than anything I've had at any Subway. Â The owner is very health concious and uses whole wheat and turkey bacon. Â The inside is super cute also, with exposed brick and lots of art from local artists including paintings of our Pres, Barack Obama. Â I grabbed a free chocolate covered strawberry on my way out...yay!
Review Source:I love this place. Â One of my favorite spots in Bronzeville. Â Ms. Strotter is a gracious and giving host. Â You often see her behind the counter greeting customers and taking orders. Â The food is excellent. The art on the walls are all from local artist in the community. Â The exposed brick is a nice touch. Â I love all of the food. Â The vegetarian wrap and egg salad sandwhich are my favorite.
Review Source:I think this cafe/sandwich shop/ice cream parlor is so cute. Â You could easily drive right past and never notice this place, but it's definitely worth stopping in if your in the area. Â I like to bike over to this cafe for lunch on the weekends. Â Their salads are nice, fresh, and simple, just the way I like them! Â The club sandwich is huge, and the wraps look so tasty (friends said they were good, but I haven't had one yet). Â I also really like their smoothies because they are not yogurt based (they'll add it if you want). Â Â The only bad thing is that the food does not come out instantly. Â They have to prepare everything, so it takes a lot longer than fast food. Â But I've discovered that you can easily call in advance, place an order, and pick it up! Â
If you are ever in the Bronzeville area you should check it out!
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