Simply Our Story

Simply Soups, Salads & Sandwiches is a beloved, Black-owned, woman-owned business that's been serving Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood since

2007. After dedicating 19 years to a popular pizza restaurant, founder Anissa drew on her experience and vision to create a space where the community could enjoy wholesome, delicious meals.

Specializing in layered, hearty soups, fresh salads, and perfectly grilled paninis, Simply Soups, Salads & Sandwiches is all about quality. Each dish is made with fresh ingredients, sourced and prepared daily, and complemented by freshly delivered bread every other day. Customers can wash down their meal with a Simply Specialty drink, like the ever-popular Caribbean Iced Tea or Pineapple Lemonade, which have become mainstays that keep customers returning year after year.

For 17 years, this Bronzeville staple has offered the community more than just a place to eat-it's provided a warm, welcoming space where fresh, flavorful options are met with tradition and care.