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Soul Prime, Chicago, IL

Soul Prime

4.4
4.4
506 Reviews
$31 to $50
Soul food

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
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.

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What 506 people are saying

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

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Soul Prime is a culinary gem offering "incredible food, drinks, and service." This cozy spot features "delicious soul food," including standout dishes like the fried chicken and short rib tacos. Guests enjoy a "great vibe and ambiance," with personal touches from Chef Royce and her "friendly, attentive staff."
506 Reviews
  1. TenishaA

    Denver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. Everything we ordered was excellent.

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  2. Elana

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and so was the customer service. I plan on visiting in the near future.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We were seated promptly at 5 p.m. A table of three and we ordered two fried green tomatoes, two buffalo shrimp, a salmon Caesar salad, muffins and a side of Mac. All the food came out separately and at 6 p.m. we were still waiting for food. The lettuce was no good and from the hard stalk of the lettuce, and the man and cheese was horrible. We waited 30 minutes for napkins and extra salad dressing and with 3 lemonades after the removal of the salad and Mac we paid $168. Totally overpriced and over rated. The people next to us was sending their food back.

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  4. DrewC

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the absolute pleasure of dining here for the first time and they did not disappoint! From excellent staff/service - to really good cocktails (bartender was phenomenal) to an actual dining experience of soul food elevated through the stratosphere - everything was seasoned on-point and absolutely delicious! Had the bone-in short ribs, hot honey fried chicken, collard greens dip & fried tomato’s, each dish was well-portioned with mastery level flavor profiles - so very impressed with Chef Royce and everything she’s done here! If I could give 10 stars I would! We’ll definitely be returning!

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  5. Briana

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience from the moment I entered the restaurant. I was greeted right away by the host. Once seated the server Karen was extremely pleasant and offered good recommendations. The appetizer and food come out and was delicious and hot. I’m definitely going to be back soon!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    My husband and I attended Prime for our 8th anniversary last night. The place is very small. It may be able to sit about 25 and you will be very close. If you are trying to have a conversation or an intimate time this is not the place. Due to it being so tight it was extremely loud and ai could barely hear my husband speak. The staff was nice and although it took a while the food was really good. The server explained that it would be about 25 minutes for our appetizers and it took about another 30 or so for our main course to come out. With all that being said with a little more space and more prompt service this place would be awesome

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  7. Brian

    Chicago2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very well seasoned. Everything looked appetizing. My issue was with the service. The space was very small, & though rather busy, there were at least 3 servers. Our server was either overwhelmed or disinterested in checking in on.our needs. It took a full 20 minutes to get water, initially. Another 5 or so minutes to get appetizer orders taken, then he didn't ask for drink orders so we had to flag him down for that. Additionally, we had to ask another server for appetizer plates & flatware once the apps arrived.

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  8. Shaunta

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing my first time and I will definitely be back the chef is so friendly and welcoming she even gave me a free banana pudding for my bday I will definitely be back

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  9. Andrew

    Rome3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the service was excellent. It’s a little loud in the small dining room but pleasantly buzzy, both comfortable and elegant. The room was way too warm, however: maybe turn the heat down a bit? Otherwise excellent, though a wee bit pricey.

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  10. Felicia

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing dinner experience everything was delicious. I will definitely go back

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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 506 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Soul Prime

1969 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614-5008

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  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Soul food
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
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