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Soul Prime, Chicago, IL

Soul Prime

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

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 21 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 545 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
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Soul Prime is a cozy gem in Chicago offering "delicious food," "excellent service," and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the "collard green dip" and "fried green tomatoes." The ambiance is vibrant, with a homely feel and attentive staff. Despite a few service hiccups, it's a "must-visit" for soulful dining.
545 Reviews
  1. Kirk

    Detroit2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I really enjoyed Soul Prime. The service was a ted bit slow, but I would definitely come again and enjoy dinner and a cocktail at the bar.

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  2. Crystal

    Chicago2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I recently visited Soul Prime Restaurant and while the food was decent, my overall experience was marred by several issues that I feel compelled to share. Firstly, the wait time was excessively long, which was quite disappointing. I understand that restaurants can be busy, but the delay seemed beyond reasonable. Secondly, I encountered a frustrating situation with the billing process. I left a tip in cash, only to later discover that a service charge had been added to my bill without my knowledge. When I asked the waitress how much I would be charged, she only provided the total for the food, omitting any mention of the service charge. Despite requesting a receipt multiple times, I was never given one, which added to my frustration. Upon calling the restaurant to speak with the manager, I was refunded the cash tip I had left, which was a small relief. However, I am still dissatisfied because the waitress was not forthcoming with the full details of my bill. I feel deceived and cannot justify supporting a business that operates in this manner. I work hard for my money and expect honesty and transparency when dining out. Unfortunately, Soul Prime Restaurant fell short in these areas. Based on this experience, I will not be returning and cannot recommend this establishment to others.

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  3. Lissa

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is always awesome. I highly recommend the peach cobbler waffles and fried chicken wings. The peach lemonade and the grits.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and the customer service was exceptional.

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  5. Sean

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days 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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  6. Taylor

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was beautifully made. Chef Royce knows her stuff !

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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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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 545 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

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Booked 21 times today
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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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