Brightwok Kitchen – Chinese
The air hums with the rhythmic clatter of woks and the sizzle of high-heat cooking, drawing diners into a vibrant space where fresh, wholesome ingredients take center stage. Guests craft their own culinary journeys through customizable bowls, where the deep warmth of Kickn Panang curry meets the earthy richness of sweet umami mushrooms and the satisfying crunch of garden-fresh vegetables. It is a celebration of mindful eating that never sacrifices bold flavor, offering an energetic atmosphere where every steaming bowl delivers a balanced, fire-kissed experience.
21, East Adams Street, Chicago, IL, 60603 +13125830729 https://brightwok.com/0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Hot Bowls
Fresh off the wok signature bowls.
- Everyday Eat Right - $12.95: Thai basil, brown rice, ABF chicken, onions, broccoli, peppers, carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Earth, Curry and Fire - $13.25: Chili coconut curry spiced hot, white rice, organic tofu, kale, onions, carrots, peppers, crispy egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Crunchy Crave - $13.25: Creamy cashew spiced medium, brown rice, grass-fed steak, kale, bean sprouts, broccoli, carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Umami Mushroom - $16.2: Adams St. Teriyaki, rice noodles, grass-fed steak, carrots, peppers, onions, zucchini/squash, premium mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kickn Panang - $11.75: Thai cashew curry, white rice, organic tofu, zucchini/squash, carrots, broccoli, onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Healthy Sesame - $12.95: Tahini ginger spiced medium, mixed greens, ABF chicken, zucchini/squash, carrots, edamame, peppers Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- A Sweet New Year - $14.45: CJ's BBQ, brown rice, ABF chicken, carrots, edamame, zucchini/squash, purple cabbage, sweet potato fritter Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Build Your Own Hot Bowl
- BYO Bowl - Veggie - $10.65: 1 sauce, 1 base, 4 veggies Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- BYO Bowl - Tofu - $11.75: 1 sauce, 1 base, organic tofu, 4 veggies Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- BYO Bowl - Chicken - $12.95: 1 sauce, 1 base, ABF chicken, 4 veggies Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- BYO Bowl - Steak - $14.45: 1 sauce, 1 base, grass-fed steak, 4 veggies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Cold Salads
- The BWK Chop Salad - $13.15: Thai lime vinaigrette, kale and cabbage, ABF chicken, corn, scallions, edamame, tomatoes, rice crouton, half an avocado Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dreamy Tahini Greens - $12.95: Tahini ginger, mixed greens, organic tofu, glazed sweet potatoes, carrots, edamame, peppers, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Brussel Hustle - $13.15: Plum vinaigrette, shredded brussels, ABF chicken, quinoa, purple cabbage, jicama, mandarin oranges, sunflower seeds, half an avocado Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Backyard Korean BBQ - $13.35: CJ's BBQ, quinoa, grass-fed steak, purple cabbage, charred broccoli, corn, tomatoes, sweet and sour pickles Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Loaded Sweet Potato Fritters - $4.25: Black pepper, scallions, chili spice, teriyaki Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet and Sour Pickles - $3.75: House pickled cucumbers, sesame seeds, wasabi-soy dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sinful Banana Chips (Small) - $4.25: Korean BBQ spice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sinful Banana Chips (Large) - $6.75: Korean BBQ spice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Roasted Spaghetti Squash Side - $4.15: Warm roasted squash, special spice blend Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Crispy Egg - $1.5: Togarashi spiced egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free
- Premium Mushrooms - $1.75: Portobello, Crimini, Shiitake Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sweet Potato Fritter (Single) - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Extra ABF Chicken - $3.95 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Extra Grass-Fed Flank Steak - $5.65 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Extra Organic Tofu - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Extra Veggie or Base - $1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Extra Sauce Ramekin - $1
Desserts
- Magic Cake - $1.95: Homemade cashew butter, dairy-free chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Local BWK Ginger Beer - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Curated Iced/Hot Teas - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Johnnie Ryan Colas - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Joe Teas - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Coconut Water - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Waiakea Water - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Spindrift Sparkling Waters - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ito En Oi Ocha Green Tea - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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