Protein Bar & Kitchen Menu

In 2009, we opened our doors at a very small Chicago storefront with a very big idea. Instead of fast food, we’d serve fast fuel: shakes that were delicious, nutritious, and protein-packed.
It was a success from the start but quickly became something even bigger… a game changer. We saw what was happening and got excited. Let’s keep going. So we discovered quinoa and expanded the menu to serve a full selection of high-protein salads, wraps, and bowls customizable for all diets. Every body loved it. The all-day power of protein grew in popularity. We all started eating, feeling and moving better. It’s all good.

All these years and successes later, we never forget where we came from.

Health-minded local chain for smoothies, salads, burritos & more in an upscale fast-food format. Based on 226 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery

Protein Bar & Kitchen 60606

Address:
235 S Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60606

Phone: (312) 346-7300

Website:

Hours

Sunday	Closed
Monday (Labor Day)	Closed Holiday hours
Tuesday	7 AM–7 PM
Wednesday	7 AM–7 PM
Thursday	7 AM–7 PM
Friday	7 AM–3 PM
Saturday	Closed

Breakfast
AM Mexicali Bowl Black beans, cheddar, kale, salsa, spicy tomatillo lime sauce, avocado, chipotle yogurt, whole eggs scrambled with organic ghee [330 cals, 22g protein, 9g net carbs]	$6.99
Bacon, Egg And Cheese Bowl Turkey bacon, cheddar, whole eggs scrambled with organic ghee [350 cals, 36g protein, 4g net carbs]	$6.99
Sunrise Spinach And Pesto Bowl Basil pesto, spinach and parmesan cheese, whole eggs scrambled with organic ghee [240 Cals, 20g protein, 2g net carbs]	$6.99
Side Of Eggs	$4.49
AM Mexicali Bar-Rito Black beans, cheddar, kale, salsa, spicy tomatillo lime sauce, avocado, chipotle yogurt, whole eggs scrambled with organic ghee [540 cals, 41g protein, 28g net carbs]	$7.99
Bacon, Egg And Cheese Bar-Rito Turkey bacon, cheddar, whole eggs scrambled with organic ghee [530 cals, 51g protein, 21g net carbs]	$7.99
Sunrise Spinach And Pesto Bar-Rito Spinach, nut-free pesto and parmesan [420 Cals, 35g protein, 19g net carbs]	$7.99
AM Mexicali Mini Black beans, cheddar, kale, salsa, spicy tomatillo lime sauce, avocado, chipotle yogurt, whole eggs scrambled with organic ghee [540 cals, 41g protein, 28g net carbs]	$5.29
Bacon, Egg And Cheese Mini Turkey bacon, cheddar, whole eggs scrambled with organic ghee [530 cals, 51g protein, 21g net carbs]	$5.29
Sunrise Spinach And Pesto Mini Spinach, nut-free pesto and parmesan [270 Cals, 19g protein, 10g net carbs]	$5.29
Almost Naked Oatmeal Organic oatmeal blend with banana and raw organic honey [360 cals, 13g protein, 54g net carbs]	$4.99
Overnight Oats Chilled oats, apple, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, chia, almond milk, topped with banana, strawberry, blueberry and hemp seed blend [370 cals, 17g protein, 60g net carbs]	$6.79
Peanut Butter & Acai Organic peanut butter, acai puree, banana and hemp seed blend [460 cals, 13g protein, 63g net carbs]	$5.99
Acai Bowls & Parfaits
Coco Azul LIINA blue spirulina protein powder blended with pineapple, banana and coconut water, topped with housemade granola, strawberries, blueberries and chia seed [350 calories, 15g protein, 43g net carbs]	$10.49
The Elvis Acai blended with organic peanut butter, banana and blueberries, topped with banana, chia seed, cinnamon and housemade granola [780 calories, 12g protein, 113g net carbs]	$10.49
Triple Berry Acai Acai blended with banana and blueberries, topped with strawberries, blueberries, chia and granola [510 calories, 4g protein, 91g net carbs]	$10.49
Chia Berry Greek Yogurt, housemade granola strawberries, blueberries, banana, chia seed and raw organic honey [330 cals, 17g protein, 43g net carbs]	$7.29
Honey Granola Parfait Greek Yogurt, housemade granola, raw organic honey, banana, strawberries and chia seed [310 cals, 16g protein, 37g net carbs]	$7.29
Beverages
Coffee	$2.29
Hot Beauty Brew Latte Vital Proteins collagen, vanilla whey protein, espresso protein, almond milk and locally roasted coffee [170 cals, 31g protein, 6g net carbs]	$7.29
Iced Beauty Brew Latte Vital Proteins collagen, vanilla whey protein, espresso protein, almond milk and locally roasted coffee [170 cals, 31g protein, 6g net carbs]	$7.29
Iced Coffee	$2.29
Keto Coffee MCT oil, grass fed ghee and locally roasted coffee [140 cals, 1g protein, 1g net carbs]	$5.79
Matcha Latte Matcha, MCT Oil, Raw Organic Honey and Oat Milk [130 cals, 0g protein, 17g net carbs]	$5.79
Bottled Water	$2.79
Culture Pop – Strawberry Rhubarb	$2.99
Culture Pop – Watermelon	$2.99
Culture Pop – Wild Berry	$2.99
Cold Brew	$4.99
GT’s Gingerade	$4.99
GT’s Trilogy	$4.99
Health Ade – Pink Lady	$4.99
Health Ade – Tropical Punch Tea	$4.99
Heywell Lime	$4.99
Heywell Mango	$4.99
Heywell Strawberry	$4.99
Simply Orange Juice	$2.79
San Pellegrino	$2.49
Spindrift – Grapefruit	$2.49
Spindrift – Raspberry Lime	$2.49
Spindrift – Mango Black Tea	$2.49
Blended Drinks
Blue Heaven LIINA blue spirulina powder, Greek yogurt, banana, pineapple, organic agave and oat milk [350 calories, 15g protein, 43g net carbs]	$8.99
Jokes Acai’d Vanilla whey protein, acai berry, banana, blueberries and Greek yogurt [420 cals, 20g protein, 74g net carbs]	$7.99
PB&J Vanilla whey protein, organic peanut butter, blueberries, strawberries and organic agave nectar [330cals, 21g protein, 23g net carbs]	$7.99
Wrigley Peeled Chocolate whey protein, organic peanut butter, banana and organic agave nectar [520cals, 26g protein, 34g net carbs]	$7.99
Perk Espresso whey protein, chocolate protein and house-made cocoa malt [190cals, 24g protein, 11g net carbs]	$7.99
Hippie Oats, banana, organic peanut butter, cinnamon, vanilla whey protein and almond milk [580 cals, 28g protein, 61g net carbs]	$7.99
Avo Matcha Vanilla whey protein, matcha green tea, avocado and organic raw honey [240 cals, 15g protein, 27g net carbs]	$8.99
Keto Shake A specifically designed keto shake — Peanut butter, avocado, MCT oil, strawberry, spinach, kale, vanilla whey protein and almond milk [530 calories, 18g net carbs, 27g protein, 40g fat]	$8.99
Berry Good Vanilla whey protein, strawberries, blueberries, agave and banana [200cals, 15g protein, 28g net carbs]	$7.99
Ging & Juice Orange, pineapple, mango, carrots, ginger, vanilla whey protein and almond milk [190cals, 16g protein, 29g net carbs]	$7.99
Tropic Thunder Pineapple, strawberry, mango, coconut water and lime [170 calories, 2g protein, 40g net carbs]	$7.99
Zenergy Matcha green tea, avocado, raw organic honey and oat milk [300 calories, 3g protein, 43g net carbs]	$8.99
Berry Banana Strawberry, blueberry, banana, organic agave and oat milk [330 calories, 4g protein, 60g net carbs]	$7.99
Mango Cure Mango, banana, strawberry, orange, lemon, ginger, honey, cayenne and Flu Fighter vitamin boost (vitamin c, zinc, echinacea) [250 cals, 4g protein, 60 net carbs]	$8.99
Lean & Green Pineapple, celery, cucumber, lemon, spinach, parsley, organic honey, coconut water and multi-vitamin boost (vitamins a, c, d, k, b6 and b12) [180 Cals, 2g protein, 43g net carbs]	$8.99
Hot Beauty Brew Latte Vital Proteins collagen, vanilla whey protein, espresso protein, almond milk and locally roasted coffee [170 cals, 31g protein, 6g net carbs]	$7.29
Iced Beauty Brew Latte Vital Proteins collagen, vanilla whey protein, espresso protein, almond milk and locally roasted coffee [170 cals, 31g protein, 6g net carbs]	$7.29
Iced Coffee	$2.29
Keto Coffee MCT oil, grass fed ghee and locally roasted coffee [140 cals, 1g protein, 1g net carbs]	$5.79
Matcha Latte Matcha, MCT Oil, Raw Organic Honey and Oat Milk [130 cals, 0g protein, 17g net carbs]	$5.79
Coffee	$2.29
Entrees
Summer Pro Bowl All natural chicken, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, kale, almonds, riced cauliflower and avocado crema [560 calories, 29g protein, 14g net carbs]	$11.99
Japanese BBQ Salmon Bowl Salmon, roasted Japanese sweet potato, roasted mushroom, red cabbage, Japanese BBQ sauce, organic quinoa, tender greens, toasted sesame seeds and toasted sesame dressing [690 calories, 33g protein, 60g net carbs(contains gluten0]	$13.99
Mexicali Bowl All-natural chicken, corn, black beans, cheddar, warm kale, salsa, spicy tomatillo lime sauce and chipotle Greek yogurt topped with PBK Guac and cilantro [600 cals, 39g protein, 44g net carbs]	$10.99
Carnitas Bowl Lean braised pork, salsa with tomato, corn, poblano pepper and black beans, PBK Guac, cotija cheese, adobo sauce, pickled red onion, lime, Greek yogurt, cilantro, organic quinoa and green onion [560 cals, 31g protein, 53g net carbs]	$11.29
Spinach & Pesto Bowl All-natural chicken, nut-free pesto, baby spinach and parmesan [690 cals, 39g protein, 42g net carbs] Immunity Boosters: Spinach, quinoa, garlic	$10.29
Buffalo Bowl All-natural chicken, blue cheese, celery, rainbow carrots, green onions, and traditional Buffalo sauce [400 cals, 29g protein, 33g net carbs]	$9.99
Spicy Chick’n Bowl Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, black beans, PBK guac, salsa roja, organic quinoa, crunchy corn, and spicy chia dressing with lime wedge [630 calories, 29g protein, 47g net carbs]	$10.99
Black Bean Bowl All-natural chicken, quinoa, black beans, fresh salsa and cheddar cheese [600 cals, 44g protein, 56g net carbs]	$9.99
Salmon Caesar Salad Salmon, parmesan crisps, grated parmesan, tomatoes, romaine, kale and yogurt Caesar [490 calories, 42g protein, 8g net carbs]	$14.99
Cobb Salad All natural chicken, turkey bacon, sliced avocado, hard boiled egg, blue cheese, romaine and yogurt ranch [530 calories, 45g protein, 12g net carbs]	$11.99
Peaches & Greens Salad Abbot’s Butcher plant based chick’n, peaches, fresh mozzarella, almonds, arugula, tender greens and balsamic vinaigrette [540 calories, 24g protein, 10g net carbs]	$11.99
Sonoma Salad All-natural chicken, organic quinoa, arugula, romaine, grapes, pickled onion, organic rainbow carrots, toasted almonds, green onion, goat cheese and balsamic vinaigrette [510 calories, 27g protein, 31g net carbs]	$11.29
Superfood Salad Organic roasted tofu, organic rainbow carrots, chickpeas, PBK Guac, baby spinach, kale, pickled red onion, celery, organic quinoa, hemp seed blend and house-made creamy chia dressing. [510 cals, 21 g protein, 37g net carbs]	$10.99
Southwest Salad All-natural chicken, black beans, organic rainbow carrots, PBK guac, cheddar, roasted corn, tomato, organic quinoa, romaine, tender greens and cilantro lime dressing [620 cals, 40g protein, 50g net carbs]	$11.29
Kale Caesar Salad All-natural chicken, greens, PBK Guac, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, crispy parmesan crumble and Caesar dressing [420 calories, 39g protein, 12g net carbs]	$11.29
Carnitas Bowl Biggie 2x Lean braised pork, salsa with tomato, corn, poblano pepper and black beans, PBK Guac, cotija cheese, adobo sauce, pickled red onion, lime, Greek yogurt, cilantro, organic quinoa and green onion[720 calories, 47g protein, 53g net carbs]	$13.79
Mexicali Bowl Biggie 2x portion of all natural chicken, roasted corn, black beans, cheddar, warm kale, salsa, spicy tomatillo lime sauce and chipotle Greek yogurt topped with PBK Guac and cilantro [700 cals, 56g protein, 43g net carbs]	$13.49
Spinach & Pesto Bowl Biggie 2x portion of all-natural chicken, nut-free pesto, spinach and parmesan [850 cals, 58g protein, 43g net carbs]	$12.79
Black Bean Bowl Biggie 2x portion of all-natural chicken, quinoa, black beans, fresh salsa and cheddar cheese [600 cals, 44g protein, 56g net carbs]	$12.49
Classic Buffalo Bowl Biggie 2x portion of all-natural chicken, blue cheese, celery, rainbow carrots and traditional Buffalo sauce [650 calories, 50g protein, 62g net carbs]	$12.49
Southwest Salad Biggie 2x portion all-natural portion of all natural chicken, black beans, organic quinoa, PBK Guac, tomato, cheddar, roasted corn, carrot and cilantro lime vinaigrette [760 cals, 54g protein, 46g net carbs]	$13.79
PB&J Biggie 2x portion vanilla whey protein, organic peanut butter, blueberry, strawberry, organic agave nectar, almond milk [400 cals, 32g protein, 26g net carbs]	$8.48
Carnitas Bar-Rito Lean braised pork, salsa with tomato, corn, poblano pepper and black beans, PBK Guac, cotija cheese, adobo sauce, pickled red onion, lime, Greek yogurt, cilantro, organic quinoa and green onion [750 cals, 46g protein, 70g net carbs]	$12.29
Buffalo Bar-Rito All-natural chicken, blue cheese, celery, rainbow carrots, green onions, and traditional Buffalo sauce [520 cals, 42g protein, 41g net carbs]	$10.99
Mexicali Bar-Rito All-natural chicken, corn, black beans, cheddar, warm kale, salsa, spicy tomatillo lime sauce and chipotle Greek yogurt topped with PBK Guac and cilantro [780 cals, 61g protein, 53g net carbs]	$11.99
Spinach & Pesto Bar-Rito All-natural chicken, nut-free pesto, baby spinach and parmesan [670 cals, 47g protein, 39g net carbs]	$11.29
Spicy Chick’n Bar-Rito Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, black beans, PBK guac, salsa roja, organic quinoa, crunchy corn, and spicy chia dressing with lime wedge [750 calories, 41g protein, 55g net carbs]	$11.99
Black Bean Bar-Rito All-natural chicken, quinoa, black beans, fresh salsa and cheddar cheese [640 cals, 49g protein, 56g net carbs]	$10.99
Salmon Caesar Wrap Salmon, parmesan crisps, grated parmesan, tomatoes, romaine, kale and yogurt Caesar [650 calories, 54g protein, 24g net carbs]	$15.99
Sonoma Wrap All-natural chicken, organic quinoa, arugula, romaine, grapes, pickled onion, organic rainbow carrots, toasted almonds, green onion, goat cheese and balsamic vinaigrette [690 calories, 41g protein, 48g net carb]	$12.29
Peaches & Greens Wrap Abbot’s Butcher plant based chick’n, peaches, fresh mozzarella, almonds, arugula, tender greens and balsamic vinaigrette [710 calories, 37g protein, 27g net carbs]	$12.99
Cobb Wrap All natural chicken, turkey bacon, avocado, hard boiled egg, blue cheese, romaine and yogurt ranch [700 calories, 58g protein, 29g net carbs]	$12.99
Kale Caesar Wrap All-natural chicken, greens, PBK Guac, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, crispy parmesan crumble and Caesar dressing [590 calories, 52g protein, 28g net carbs]	$12.29
Southwest Wrap All-natural chicken, black beans, organic rainbow carrots, PBK guac, cheddar, roasted corn, tomato, organic quinoa, romaine, tender greens and cilantro lime dressing [730 cals, 52g protein, 58g net carbs]	$12.29
Superfood Wrap Organic roasted tofu, organic rainbow carrots, chickpeas, PBK Guac, baby spinach, kale, pickled red onion, celery, organic quinoa, hemp seed blend and house-made creamy chia dressing. [670 cals, 34g protein, 54g net carbs]	$11.99
Chicken Chili Bowl Classic chili packed with all-natural chicken, organic quinoa, beans, tomatoes and spices topped with cheddar cheese, Greek yogurt, and green onions [400 cals, 32 g protein, 38g net carbs]	$9.49
Chicken Chili Cup Classic chili packed with all-natural chicken, beans, tomatoes and spices. Topped with cheddar cheese, Greek yogurt, and green onions [180 calories, 14g protein, 18g net carbs]	$5.29
Tomato Soup Cup Signature tomato basil soup topped with crispy parmesan and sprinkled with parsley [220 cals, 15g protein, 16 net carbs]	$3.49
Tomato Soup Bowl Signature tomato basil soup topped with crispy parmesan and sprinkled with parsley [220 calories, 15g protein, 16g net carbs]	$6.29
Plant Based with Abbot’s Butcher
Spicy Chick’n Bowl Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, black beans, PBK guac, salsa roja, organic quinoa, crunchy corn, and spicy chia dressing with lime wedge [630 calories, 29g protein, 47g net carbs]	$10.99
Chick’n Tinga Bowl Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, PBK guac, corn and black bean salsa, plant based feta, pickled red onion, quinoa, tinga sauce, lime, cilantro; and microgreens [540 calories, 24g protein, 55g net carbs]	$11.99
Buffalo Chick’n Bowl Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, buffalo sauce, celery, organic rainbow carrots, organic quinoa; and chia drizzle [400 calories, 22g protein, 31g net carbs]	$10.99
Chick’n & Winter Vegetables Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, roasted butternut squash and brussels sprouts, baby spinach, riced cauliflower, balsamic vinaigrette; and microgreens [520 calories, 21g protein, 15g net carbs]	$11.29
Spicy Chick’n Bar-Rito Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, black beans, PBK guac, salsa roja, organic quinoa, crunchy corn, and spicy chia dressing with lime wedge[750 calories, 41g protein, 55g net carbs]	$11.99
Buffalo Chick’n Bar-Rito Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, buffalo sauce, celery, organic rainbow carrots, organic quinoa; and chia drizzle [590 calories, 37g protein, 51g net carbs]	$11.99
Chick’n Tinga Bar-Rito Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, PBK guac, corn and black bean salsa, plant based feta, pickled red onion, quinoa, tinga sauce, lime, cilantro; and microgreens [720 calories, 39g protein, 74g net carbs]	$12.99
Greener Goddess Salad Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, plant-based feta, mushrooms, organic rainbow carrots, chickpeas, shredded brussels sprouts, green onion, crispy quinoa; and green goddess dressing [430 calories, 22g protein, 20g net carbs]	$11.99
Vegan Harvest Salad Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, plant-based feta, roasted butternut squash and brussels sprouts, apples, pickled red onion, organic quinoa, green onion, toasted almonds; and balsamic vinaigrette [560 calories, 20g protein, 35g net carbs]	$11.99
Chick’n Verde Salad Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, black beans, grape tomatoes, organic rainbow carrots, corn, PBK guac, organic quinoa, cilantro-lime dressing; and cilantro [500 calories, 26g protein, 44g net carbs]	$11.99
Vegan Harvest Wrap Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, plant-based feta, roasted butternut squash and brussels sprouts, apples, pickled red onion, organic quinoa, green onion, toasted almonds; and balsamic vinaigrette [730 calories, 35g protein, 50g net carbs]	$12.99
Chick’n Verde Wrap Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, black beans, grape tomatoes, organic rainbow carrots, corn, PBK guac, organic quinoa, cilantro-lime dressing; and cilantro. [620 calories, 38g protein, 52g net carbs]	$12.99
Greener Goddess Wrap Abbot’s Butcher plant-based chick’n, plant-based feta, mushrooms, organic rainbow carrots, chickpeas, shredded brussels sprouts, green onion, crispy quinoa; and green goddess dressing [600 calories, 35g protein, 37g net carbs]	$12.99
Sides & Snacks
Chocolate Almonds	$2.99
RXBAR Chocolate Peanutbutter	$3.49
RXBAR Mixed Berry	$3.49
Trail Mix	$2.49
Mid-Day Squares – Peanut Butter	$3.99
High Protein Brownie	$4.49
High Protein Cookie	$3.99
Mera Brownie	$3.79
Mera Choc Chip & Coconut	$3.79
Mera No Sugar Cookie	$3.79
Project 7 Sour Bears	$3.49
Unreal Almond Butter Cup	$1.29
FSTG Multi Grain Chips	$2.49
FSTG Sweet Potato Chips	$2.49
Lesser Evil Popcorn	$2.49
Late July Jalapeno Lime Chips	$2.49
Outstanding Cheese Balls – Chedda	$2.99
Apple	$0.99
Banana	$0.99
Hard Boiled Eggs (2)	$2.49

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Chris Flanagan

A top 3 go to lunch option in downtown chicago. And #1 spot when looking for a healthy option! App makes ordering and pick up simple. Never a long wait and items are prepared consistently the same. Staff is always friendly. I usually take it to go. There are a few tables for dine in thought if desired, nothing fancy but always clean.

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Margaret Hahn

Great place for a healthier lunch downtown. I appreciate that you can order ahead online and pickup. I love the southwest burrito and the southwest salad. The food itself has changed over the years and is different than it was 7 or 8 years ago. That said, it is still my go-to when I need lunch while I’m working in the office downtown.

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Norma Renteria

I just wanted to congratulate the great employees at The Protein Bar on Franklin in Chicago. Every time I stop by they are always happy and very helpful. Kudos! to Oscar, María, Eli, and Monse. Keep up the Great Work!! I give them 5 stars for excellent service and delicious food.

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Emma Husar

I entered the establishment. Two gentlemen glanced my way, the rays of their souls outstretched to me like a kindly neighbor. “Pick up?” They asked in a harmonious unison. “For Emma.” I replied, anxiously awaiting this $4 thirsty Thursday delight — I had The blue dream this time (I recommend subbing spinach for pineapple).

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Susan A Gescheidle

This place never fails. I get protein shakes about three times a week and mix up flavors and variety and haven’t tired of them. The Keto, Hippie, and Wrigley Peeled are my favs, and are nice and thick. Fill me up and delicious and healthy!

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Brian Collender

Great food. Had the Mexicali bowl as well as buffalo chicken salad and chicken chilli

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Keith K.

Fast service, good portion size, and fresh ingredients made for a tasty lunch. Would eat there again. Only issue is the need to cross the street to Willis Tower for a public restroom to wash your hands.

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Daniel Lanning

I mobile-ordered a smoothie. The store gave an exact time the smoothie would be ready. The smoothie was ready upon that time. Prices reasonable for the area.

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Fernando Calderon

I’ve been coming to this location for a long time. The food is always on point from taste to temperature. The location is very clean, people are always mopping floors and wiping down eating areas.

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Joselyn Monroy

I usually just get shakes from here on my way to work. I always use the app because I think it’s more convenient. My order is always ready by the time I get there, and it doesn’t matter who it is, they always hand me my order with a smile. Thanks guys.

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