Best Healthy Restaurants in Harwood Heights
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Boon Cafe' (Fusion Restaurant)
A fusion-forward, veggie-friendly menu where the burger play is a real draw.
Notable Picks
A fast-casual, fusion-leaning spot with a strong vegetarian bench and a burger offering that gets outsized attention. The best burger experience here is to order one signature burger-style item plus a single loaded side—keep it focused so textures stay crisp.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chapli burger, Loaded fries, Falafel
What Makes it Special: A fusion-forward, veggie-friendly menu where the burger play is a real draw.
8.1
A fast-casual kebab and shawarma spot in the Forest Preserve/Harlem corner plaza where freshness and sauce-driven flavor do the heavy lifting. Order bowls or wraps when you want a clean, filling meal that still feels bright—then add falafel for a crunchy side play.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma bowl, Kefta kabobs, Falafel wrap
What Makes it Special: Fast-casual bowls and kebabs built around fresh prep and sauces.
Worthy Picks
A build-your-own fast-casual counter that’s strongest when you treat the burrito as a balanced assembly project—grilled protein, rice, beans, and one punchy sauce rather than a pile-on. It’s a clean, efficient option inside the mall when you want something customizable that doesn’t eat like pure grease.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken burrito, Steak burrito bowl, Cilantro-lime sauce
What Makes it Special: Custom burritos and bowls that stay clean and sauce-forward.
7.8
A small European deli-market stop that shines when you treat it like a prepared-food counter: hearty sandwiches and grab-and-go staples over browsing everything at once. It’s a practical cheap-eats option for quick lunches that still feel specific to the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Meatball sandwich, Pierogi, Cabbage rolls
What Makes it Special: A deli-market lunch that’s filling, fast, and locally specific.
7.7
A build-your-own fast-casual setup inside Harlem Irving Plaza that prioritizes customization and clean, assembly-line speed. Best for bowls and burritos when you want control over toppings and heat, with a reliable grab-and-go flow for mall days.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrito bowl, Barbacoa burrito, Chips and guacamole
What Makes it Special: Customizable burritos and bowls designed for fast, consistent mall-area meals.
7.6
A small counter spot built around poke bowls that also turns out a tight list of sushi rolls at budget-friendly prices. It’s best approached as a quick, two-item order—one roll plus a bowl or gyoza—so you get fresh, clean flavors without over-ordering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crunchy Roll, OMG Roll, Spicy Killer Roll
What Makes it Special: Poke-first counter service with surprisingly solid rolls at low prices.