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Fare

433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607
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Fare 7.7
West Loop Gate
Inside the From Here On food hall at the Old Post Office, FARE serves build-your-own bowls, salads, and breakfast plates with a focus on whole grains and vegetables. It’s a go-to for nearby workers looking for a lighter, quick-service American-adjacent lunch option.
Must-Try Dishes: Green goddess grain bowl with roasted vegetables, Chicken and brown rice bowl, Avocado toast with seasonal toppings
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.5 Consistency: 7.4 Food Quality: 7.8 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Food hall stall focused on customizable bowls and salads with cleaner ingredients.
Who should go: Office workers wanting a fast, vegetable-forward lunch.
When to visit: Weekday lunch hours before the biggest rush from nearby offices.
What to order: Build-your-own grain bowl, chicken and rice bowl, avocado toast.
Insider tip: Order ahead online during peak lunch windows to skip the food hall line.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Garage parking is available at The Old Post Office with paid hourly rates; limited metered street parking nearby.
Dress code: Casual and work-friendly — office wear, athleisure, and jeans are all common.
Noise level: Moderate to lively during peak lunch — conversations are possible but expect food hall background noise.
Weekend wait: Typically little to no wait, but offerings may be limited compared to weekday peak hours.
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes during peak office lunch rush; often no wait outside peak windows.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — multiple customizable bowls and salads can be built fully vegetarian.
Vegan options: Yes — plant-based combinations are easy to build using grains, greens, and veggies.
Gluten-free options: Yes — many gluten-free bases and toppings are available, but this is not a dedicated gluten-free kitchen.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual daytime meetups than a traditional date — it’s a counter-service spot inside a busy food hall.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — seating is shared within the food hall and first-come, first-served.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — casual, open seating works for families, though it’s busiest during weekday lunch and doesn’t have kids-specific amenities.
Best For
Better for: Health-leaning, customizable bowls that are quick, consistent, and lighter than most nearby lunch options.
Skip if: You’re looking for a sit-down restaurant, table service, or a more atmospheric dining experience.