Kitchfix

A co-​worker turned me onto this after I was complaining I’d gained weight after moving to Chicago from LA. I know how to cook healthy, but I also work 12 hour days so it’s nice not to take the time at the end of my day, and they take the planning and guess work out of the equation. I’m only in my first week, but have been having their meals for lunch and dinner since Sunday. Everything I have had has been flavorful and filling without making me feel overly full or getting hungry an hour later. I think the prices are reasonable for full homemade meals with fresh veggies and a good portion of protein — $ 8.95 — $ 13.95 I think for the medium size. The salads have been great as well. My goal is to do it for 6 weeks to assist in getting back in shape, but I am pretty sure I will continue to order at least one meal a day going forward.

I was a mess this year, and I gained 25 lbs. I lost 15 lbs in the last 45 days, and I credit Kitchfix with a lot of it. I have been eating their meals every M-​Th. Then, I’ll eat my (still healthy) own food F-​Sun. I do weights & cardo every other day. The biggest piece of this is the fact that I know exactly what calories and macros (protein especially) that I am eating from Kitchfix — AND the food is really good, so it’s really not a «diet» at all, unlike like Seattle Suttons (ick) or My Fit Foods (not a fan). This food is basically restaurant quality. Some dishes are better than others, but it’s really good overall.
All of the dishes that have some kind of shredded beef are really good. They got this down perfectly. The salads are good — I never really liked kale, but I do now. They had trout once that tasted exactly like the salmon pagliaci at Mia Francesca. But, that one didn’t come back on the menu yet. Their sloppy joe is really good too.
They usually have 2 kids meals (a burger and chicken) — which are good high-​protein snacks.
The prices can get a little expensive… but I guess that’s the price of convenience. To eat 1600 calories a day & 130 g of protein (on avg) for 4 days, I was spending $ 100 – 140 per week. I supplemented some of my own food and protein shakes. Not cheap at all.
I wish the menu varied a little more. In 6 weeks, I repeated a lot. I probably had the sloppy joe every week. It’s really good — but it gets old.
Some things they should improve (a lot of this is with the website) –
— I don’t know the calorie and macro counts when I substitute something. So, exchange rice for cauliflower rice, but how many calories did I save? What about changing almond crusted chicken strips for regular grilled?
— Your cart will empty if you change or date (or sometimes just randomly — if you go and come back). This is annoying particularly if you’ve made modifications.
— Coupons don’t work all the time, and you can only use one per order. So, I got charged for «free cookies» because I already had a $ 10 off coupon that time.
— The order tracking worked once and then stopped working. This isn’t a big deal, but it appeared once and then never came back.
— Sometimes the chicken is really rubbery… nowhere near as bad as My Fit Foods — but it happens sometimes and I can’t figure out why.
— I couldn’t sign up on a PC. It only worked on an Apple. (Browsers didn’t matter).
— They need more high protein items that don’t have many other calories.
— Snacks that aren’t so full of carbs (the kids meals are great for this).

For fresh, prepared meal delivery, Kitchfix is the best I have tried so far… and I have tried at least 4 other services. What I love about Kitchfix is the convenient pick-​up option at their kitchen on Grand. Plus, their delivery fees are reasonable ($ 6) and they offer convenient evening/​night time slots so you can actually be home to get your food!
I love the quinoa bowls, almond crusted chicken strips, beef & kale chili, shredded beef, and the pork dishes. None of these upset my stomach — they all seem really clean.
I have ordered from here at least 8 times and have another order coming tomorrow! can’t wait!

I heard about this place from the owner of my crossfit gym nearby, and saw that there was also a Groupon deal that I took advantage of. I have had 3 meals here that have been pretty good. I had a pork dish, fish dish, and a chicken quinoa dish. They were flavorful, but I felt like I was eating a hearty and healthy meal. I love the story behind the business, and the staff is always so friendly with a smile. It’s the little things that go a long way, especially when you are tired and ready for the day to end.

The food is delicious and I don’t feel gross after I eat it. Fueling my body and feeling good about it. Win.
I used to be Paleo-​ish at home but I commute 3+ hours a day so I dont’ have time to cook during the week. This is a perfect fix for me. Won’t work for everyone, and it’s pricey, but less expensive than ordering takeout 3 days a week.

Best service ever!!! We LOVE Kitchfix and it is worth every penny because they do not make ANY compromises on your food. Every ingredient is organic and wholesome as can be and it is DELICIOUS. I swear my body is singing with thankfulness after each meal but it can feel the nutritious goodness. Can’t recommend enough

So far I’ve been really pleased overall with Kitchfix! I was looking for a meal delivery service that offered pre-​prepared meals since I’m terrible at meal prepping and remembering to pack a lunch everyday. I wanted something that was healthy, reasonably priced and would keep me from ordering take-​out!
I’ve been ordering from them for two weeks now and it’s been really convenient. The customer service is top notch. My only complaint about the delivery service is that you have to be home in order to receive the meals since they can’t leave them, due to not using the insulated delivery bags anymore.
As far as the food goes, it’s been hit or miss. Disclaimer: I’m not paleo nor gluten-​free, just a gal who tries to eat healthy, so the recipes aren’t always up my alley. For instance, I’d like to see more vegetarian options that aren’t just salads, but I understand that’s not really their thing since they seem to be geared towards athletes and people with dietary restrictions. If you fit into one or both of those categories, the selection probably won’t be an issue.
What I’ve ordered so far:
Grass-​fed beef and kale chili — very good!
Spicy autumn squash soup — not my fave
Spicy kale chips — skip. good but definitely more expensive than the ones you can find at the grocery store.
Cashew yogurt w/​fruit — great if you’re not a traditional yogurt fan but need a quick breakfast!
Vanilla almond cold brew — skip. I was super stoked about this one but it didn’t have much flavor.
Mexicali chicken — tasty!
Kale Caesar salad — not a fan. too many chewy sundried tomatoes, not enough anything else.
As you can see, it’s been about half and half, but I think it’s kind of a trial and error process to figure out what you like since they seem to repeat most of the recipes. It’s so convenient that I will probably keep ordering from them and hopefully I will find a few staple meals to get me through the work week!

It’s ok. If your paleo this is the spot for you! If your watching your fat you may not be able to enjoy more than a couple bites of anything. If I could give 5 stars just for the cookies and good I would. Coffee drinks not so much. If I’m in the area id definitely go back for the paleo cookies!

A friend sent me a few meals from kitchfix as a get well soon gift while I’m recovering from a surgery. It was such a lifesaver for me to have well composed meals that I know are healthy and that easily allow me to keep track of my macros — plus everything tasted really great! It’s a brilliant concept!

I have ordered Kitchfix a few times, and every time the food is delicious. I need to get more disciplined in eating a Paleo diet and I think Kitchfix can be a great support in this endeavor. I know the chicken is a simple preparation, but it is the best chicken I have ever had. I love the chicken tikka masala, the gluten free blueberry waffles are the best I have ever tasted. I always travel with Kitfix granola in my carry on, and when I share it at a meeting, people love it. I am not a fan of spicy food, so there are certain things I stay away from on their menu – but all in all the food is great. The breakfast options are excellent, as are the salads, juices, muffins, granola and chicken broth. Thank you Kitchfix for caring about the quality of the food and the health of your customers!!!

Delicious. Nutritious. Convenient.
That pretty much sums up Kitchfix. My search for a healthy meal delivery service may have come to an end already after trying Kitchfix. I received my second order last night and have already placed another order. Ordering is simple, the customer service is excellent, and everything that I have tried has been absolutely delicious, and I love their focus on organic and local (when possible) ingredients.
Ordering was simple. I put in my zip code, select a delivery date and time (I’ve only tried home delivery), and then choose my meals and size of my meals, and finally pay for my order. Done! There are a few options for how to receive your meals — home delivery (currently $ 6, though the website lists home delivery as $ 10, so I believe this is a current special offer), picking up from their kitchen (free), or picking up from one of their hubs ($ 1 — various gyms around the city serve as hubs). Home delivery costs the most, but it is also the most convenient, though I do plan on trying hub pick up soon to save a little money. The only hitch with home delivery is that you must be home to accept your delivery, so it is important to choose a delivery day/​time accordingly.
Kitchfix’s customer service is some of the best that I have seen. Last night, I got a text message from the delivery driver to let me know that he was a little early (I chose a 7:15pm-9:15pm window for delivery, and he was already in my neighborhood at 6:45pm). He wanted to see if I was home and wanted him to go ahead and deliver my food or it I would prefer he come back during the requested time. I was home and happy to have my food early, and I was impressed that he would take the time to check in with me about it. I also love that they allow you to customize your meals. They offer a variety of customization that you can make to each meal — just check the box. If you want something that isn’t listed, then you can always contact them to see if it is possible. They also have an in-​house nutritionist who is available to take questions or talk or help you select meals based on your nutrition goals, but I haven’t utilized that service.
The meals themselves are fantastic! Everything that I’ve tried, from the pork al pastor that I enjoyed for lunch today (pastured pork slowly braised with pineapple and spices with sauteed veggies, brown rice with cilantro and spinach, tomatillo-​pineapple salsa, and grilled red onion) to the paleo sloppy joes (grass-​fed beef sloppy joe sauté with kale over roasted sweet potato «buns» and almond crusted cauliflower) has been delicious and incredibly flavorful. In addition to meals, they also offer some snacks and beverages, and the menus change a bit week to week, so there is always something new to try. The meals are fresh and never frozen, so they recommend you eat them within four days of delivery, but they offer directions for freezing if you need to keep them longer, as well as the information about how to heat each meal — microwave, stove top, or oven.
All the nutrition information, including all ingredients, is available online during the ordering process, so it is easy to see exactly what you are getting. There are three sizes to choose from for most of the menu items — medium, large, and pro. For my first order, I ordered two medium meals and two large meals. Upon unpacking the bag, I was sure that the large meals would be the best for me because the medium meals just looked so small, and I was sure that I would still be hungry after eating the medium meals. I was wrong. The medium size meals are perfect for me. They leave me feeling full and satisfied and are the perfect portion size for me as long as I am eating regularly throughout the day. The only time I was still hungry after eating a medium meal was when it was already 2pm and I hadn’t had anything else to eat that day, having missed breakfast and having been too busy at work to stop for a snack.
It is a little pricey and not something that I can afford on a regular basis, but I will definitely turn to Kitfix on days/​weeks that I don’t have time to cook for myself. There is no minimum order — so I can order only or two meals if I choose. I love that there is no commitment — this isn’t a subscription service, so you don’t have to worry about being charged when you aren’t planning to or skipping weeks you don’t want delivery. You simply order what you want when you want it.

When I was in high school many moons ago I did Jenny Craig and after a few months of eating the most disgusting food that shouldn’t even be qualified as food I swore off any sort of pre-​made meal/​diet plan ever again. I learned to cook healthy and couldn’t fathom eating anything as disgusting as the meals made by JC ever again.
Now here I am in a happy relationship with a pre-​made meal delivery service.
My love affair with Kitchfix began with a GiltCity deal. I had been meal prepping hard and becoming overwhelmed with balancing working out/​cooking/​work/​social schedule, so when I saw the deal on GiltCity for Kitchfix I decided to take a chance. I expected the worst and was instead surprised to be blown away by the company. This is NOTHING like the horror of Jenny Craig (I shouldn’t even compare the two).
Getting meals: You pick your meals on their easy to use website and have options for how to receive them: pick up from a hub (gym) for $ 1, pick up from their kitchen yourself (free), or have it delivered directly to you for $ 6. I’m lucky enough to have a hub a block away from me so this is super convenient. I order twice a week for pick up twice a week.
On to the food: It’s fresh. No frozen meals. No weird ingredients. Very flavorful. Very similar to how I cook for myself. There are different portion sizes depending on your fitness goals. Different meals for different diets (Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian). Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner options. Snacks. They always have new stuff on the menu so you don’t get bored.
Commitment: One of my favorite things about Kitchfix is that it is not a subscription based meal plan. I can look at my schedule for the following week and order for myself based on how I know my week is going to go. I may need 1 meal, I may need 15. I’m able to be flexible which is what keeps me coming back for more.
Health: As far as I can tell they are using very good ingredients. On their site it says meals are mostly organic and locally-​sourced. Free of gluten, corn, soy, and processed nasty stuff. They have a nutritionist you can call if you have any questions about tailoring a diet that works for you. (For free !! ?? wtf)
Pricing: Very reasonable for what you’re getting. Worth the $ to take the stress out of meal prepping a few times a week. I’ve gotten 3 freebie coupon deals from them now which was totally unnecessary but much appreciated.
Cons: I’m having a really hard time coming up with any cons. The only thing I can think of is that they could offer more vegan/​vegetarian options.
I’ve gone from curious GiltCity deal buyer to loyal customer. I think this company has a ton of potential and I hope they keep doing what they are doing and have great success! Thanks for making my life easier. :)

I am so impressed with Kitchfix. The website is simple and intuitive to use, and the prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. I love the fact that I can order just the meals that I want, specify my exact delivery window for home delivery, and the convenience of their delivery bags (being able to keep them, and just bunch them all together to return all at once, rather than having a bulky cooler in my front closet all the time).
But most importantly… the taste. Wow. This is the tastiest healthy food I have ever had. The quality ingredients really come through, and the preparation is excellent — wonderfully seasoned, perfectly prepared, just plain good food. It is SO much better than I would cook for myself, and SO much healthier than most restaurant or marketplace food.
The selection is not huge, but what they do — they do well. I’ve been ordering for five or six weeks, and can already tell that it is making a difference in my energy level and overall feeling of well-​being.

Have been ordering here for a few years now and it is truly amazing. Packed with flavor and tons of nutrients, it’s great for this busy mom to keep her SAHH full while running around with two toddlers. I think the service is wonderful and we’ve never had any issue that wasn’t resolved immediately! Give it a try.

The food is incredible! So good that I have tried to replicate some of the meals on my own. Love the variety and the convenience. So glad there is a company doing these meals and doing it so well. I would highly recommend it to anyone just looking for some good food that just happens to be healthy!

I was very curious about Kitchfix — my gym is a pickup hub and I noticed advertising around several shred415 locations. After checking out the website and reading Unilocal reviews I decided to give it a shot. Ordering is very easy and their are several hubs for pick up. Good weekly selections and a variety to choose from. We’ve liked pretty much everything we’ve tried. I found the large portions to be enough for two of us with either an extra side salad or veggie prepared at home. Heating is easy and quick & every item is labeled with nutrition info.
Kitchfix also takes some of the guesswork out of eating Paleo. Some recipes are labor intensive and it is great the Kitchfix exists when you are busy or pressed for time. I will continue to order for those weeks when we need an easy dinner fix!

I have been ordering for several months and love it. High quality, healthy and tasty food. There have been a few missteps along the way (they are a new company so not too surprising) but customer service is top notch and they always make it right. If you are busy, health conscious, and willing to pay a little extra for tasty quality ingredients, then this service is for you. The nutritionist jenny is great and accessible too if you have any questions.

I’d probably still order from Kitchfix even if it wasn’t super healthy, simply because it’s freak’n delicious and so convenient! And I don’t think the cost per meal ($ 15/​large and $ 12/​medium) is really that much more than you’d pay to make these dishes yourself… Assuming of course you actually had the time to do and were an amazing chef! Chef Josh & team use top quality ingredients (local, organic, grass fed, etc) and nothing we’ve ordered has lacked in flavor or freshness. It’s clear that a lot of thought and TLC goes into the food they send out.
And a little note about portion sizes, since that’s the one thing which concerned me prior to ordering due to remarks in two of the only non-​five star reviews on here… The two star review actually claimed that the average adult would need to eat several large portions (2 – 3) to be satisfied. I’m not sure what their typical meals look like, but those would be some pretty unhealthy portions in my opinion. The large meals are in the 500 calorie range, which is in line with what the average adult male should be consuming per meal, unless of course you’re super active or weight training or something (but that’s not average). I’m not looking to 1,000−1,500 calories down my gullet in a sitting.
I have not only found the large portion to be filling and totally satisfying, I’ve also not had a problem with the amount of protein provided… It’s been just right. The same can be aid for my wife, who orders medium portions, and typically just barely finishes them without being too full.
If you’re looking for a prepared meal delivery service in Chicago and care about the kind of fuel you give your body (and simply like tasty food), give kitchfix a shot… I highly doubt you’ll be disappointed!

I was gifted some Kitchfix meals and am completely thrilled. I have tried fresh meal delivery programs before, none have met my standards for taste and quality. I tried the first of my gift meals and was blown away. The Shredded Paleo Beef BBQ was OUT Of SIGHT! The paleo cornbread was scrumptious, the kale coleslaw unbelievably tasteful, crunchy, and good– and this is coming from someone who never climbed on the kale train.
I also had a Paleo berry yogurt. Incredibly filling!
Another entrée in my bunch was the almond chicken strips with sweet potatoes and greenbeens. The chicken and sauce were very flavorful, the beens– crunchy, just like I prefer!
I’m impressed!

My boyfriend and I have been ordering CJK for the last 6 months. Not only have these meals kept us on a healthy track, but they have also reignited our love for veggies-​Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, sweet potato… oh my!
I typically order a large portion which leaves me satisfied (something that took getting used to since the food is rather light). I do wish they would deliver to gyms closer to Logan Square but that’s a minor detail…