Best Smoothies And Juice Bars In Chicago

Smoothies and Juice Bars are the perfect destination for healthy meals on the move. Some specialize in nutrition supplements, protein additives or squeezing juice from vegetables. Great brunch locations also serve customized fresh juice and gourmet smoothies. Whatever the time of day or meal, these are places to try for fresh and delicious smoothies or juices. - Jeff Rapp

Jamba Juice

Multiple Locations
www.jambajuice.com

Jamba Juice is the original, large scale commercial Juice Bar operation. Jamba offers free nutritional "boosts" to any classic smoothie. In addition, they have expanded to offer snacks and breakfast, including hearty and delicious steel-cut oatmeal.

Jubilee Juice & Grill

140 N Halstead St.
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 491-8500
www.jubileejuice.com

Jubilee Juice is a local healthy juice bar and grill serving fresh drinks and sandwiches in the West Loop. If you need that extra strength, try some of the fresh squeezed carrot, celery, broccoli or beets.

Meli Café & Juice Bar

301 S Halstead St.
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 454-0748
www.melicafe.com

Meli distinguishes itself as not just a juice bar, but also a breakfast and lunch destination. A full service juice bar and hand crafted smoothies (banana maple crunch, island breeze, etc) accompany any great meal of french toast or eggs benedict.

Orange

Multiple locations, for more info check their website
www.orangerestaurantchicago.com

Orange is one Chicago's most popular, decadent brunch choices. They specialize in fresh ingredients and "frushi" (fruit sushi), but make sure to customize your juice selection featuring 18 different ingredients.

Protein Bar

235 S Franklin St.
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 346-7300
www.proteinbarchicago.com

The concept: too many carbohydrates are bad, you need more protein. Each signature drink contains either vanilla or chocolate protein, with various ingredients to fit your taste. In addition to drinks, the menu includes bowls, wraps and other healthy options for fuel on-the-go.

Jeff Rapp is a Chicago native currently living in the Lakeview neighborhood. When he is not eating and writing, Jeff enjoys skiing, mountain climbing and running. Follow Jeff on Twitter and you can find his blog at jjrappeats.blogspot.com.