Protein Bar Blog

The wait is nearly over! After countless hours of planning, training and perfecting, Protein Bar River North will be opening tomorrow morning at 7am! Here are 5 reasons we LOVE the new location.

1.) New hours—Now you can get your protein fix 6 days a week. Monday-Friday 7am-8pm AND Saturday-9am-4pm.
2.) Raw Juice Menu—Last we revealed our exclusive Raw Juice menu. Greenberry? G.Lo? What will your favorite be?
3.)Sweet interior—More seating, sleek designs, eating healthy

Protein Bar River North is just 5 days away! One of the most exciting aspects of this new store is the addition of the Raw Juice Bar. The Protein Bar team worked hard to develop the best recipes with the freshest produce. All of our juices were designed to help you cleanse, detoxify, and get the nutrients you need. Below is the official juice menu—watch for additional items and seasonal treats in coming

In honor of National Vegetarian Week we asked Protein Bar Intern (and passionate vegan), Erin, to give us a few tips on how to eat like a veghead, without sacrificing taste.

Being a “veghead” in Chicago is no uncommon thing – with health experts consistently rallying in support of a plant-based diet, Protein Bar has been one of the best options I’ve come across for quick, healthy vegetarian (or

Protein Bar River North is opening in just 1 week! Think about it, this time next week you’ll be able to enjoy a fresh Bar-rito or salad at this new, gorgeous store. The decor is stylish, modern and just screams HEALTHY!

Over the next few days we’ll be live tweeting/blogging from the new store—giving you updates, posting photos and dishing out all of the behind the scenes scoop.

The opening of River

Next Tuesday we’ll introduce Chicago to Protein Bar River North—today we introduce you to Katie, the powerhouse who’ll be running the show at this new location. Katie is River North’s General Manager and couldn’t be more excited to bring healthy (and delicious) food to the neighborhood. Stop in next week and say hello!

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I am from the beautiful Minneapolis, MN. I

The wait is almost over! Only 10 days until Protein Bar River North opens it’s doors. What sets this location apart? First thing we’ve expanded the seating area AND will have outdoor seating, because who wouldn’t want to eat their Bar-ritos al fresco? We are also introducing a Raw Juice bar, where we’ll be juicing delicious fresh fruit and veggie combinations. In the coming months expect even more features including new menu items, detox programs and better-for-you beer and wine

Protein Bar turns 2 today! To celebrate we’re sharing our “Top 5 Customers”. These are the folks that support us rain, shine or Chicago blizzard—not to mention each of them possesses an admirable passion for food, fitness and the Protein Bar brand. Sincerest thanks for your support! We promise to keep the healthy (and delicious) food coming!

Top 5 Customers 

1.) Ken Leonard—He loves Protein Bar

See Mike. See Mike’s bike. Steal Mike’s bike by entering our Sweat in Style giveaway.

Head over to 352 N. Clark St. (the future home of Protein Bar River North) and snap a photo in front of our contest sign.
“Like” us on Facebook and upload the photo to our page (tag yourself too!)
The photo that receives the most “likes” by opening day wins this stylish ride.

Below are our front-runners. Love them? Click

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
Born and raised in Nashville, TN. I moved to Chicago with four friends on a whim two years ago. The first time I saw my apartment, I was moving furniture into it. Very happy with that decision.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
About a year.

Biggest Passions?
Experiencing new passions. Passion come, passion go.

If you had to describe yourself in one