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    Free Flow Kitchen 1623 Simpson Street

    American Southern
    Open now11AM - 4PM
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    Small Plates
    Breakfast
    Sandwiches
    Soup & Salads
    Entrees
    Sides
    Sweets
    Drinks

    Featured Items

    • Salmon Croquettes

      A Golden, crispy patty made with tender Atlantic salmon, fresh herbs, served over rice with Cajun gravy.
      $19.00
    • Fried Wings

      Six whole wings served with a choice of side and a dipping sauce.
      $16.00

    Small Plates

    • Avocado Toast

      Smashed avocado on toasted sourdough, topped with scrambled eggs, feta, and tomatoes. Add your choice of protein.
      $12.00
    • Roasted Cauliflower

      Oven-roasted cauliflower served over a smooth red pepper hummus, finished with a drizzle of vibrant pesto sauce.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $13.00
    • Comfort Roll

      Sweet potato and greens with turkey wrapped in a crispy wonton wrap.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $5.00
    • Artichoke Spinach Dip

      Indulge in a hot, creamy, and cheesy appetizer that blends spinach and artichoke hearts together..
      $11.00
    • Cauliflower Bites

      Crispy Cauliflower bites tossed in Thai chili sauce topped with green onion.
      $11.00
    • Chicken Snack

      4 wing or 3 tenders tossed in your choice of sauces.
      $6.00

    Breakfast

    *served with choice of fruit, house potatoes, grits, toast.
    • Build Your Omlette

      Start with farm-fresh eggs and add your choice of cheese, meats, and veggies for a tasty, protein-packed start to the day.
      $10.00
    • Chicken and Waffles

      Belgian waffle served with a buttermilk fried chicken thigh and choice of breakfast side.
      $16.00
    • French Toast Platter

      3 thick slices topped with powdered sugar, whipped cream, and butter. Add fresh berries or peach cobbler.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $14.00
    • Kids Platter

      Fluffy, golden pancakes stuffed with sweet blueberries or fresh strawberries. Served with your choice of 2 breakfast sides.
      $10.00
    • Pancake Platter

      Fluffy, golden pancakes stuffed with sweet blueberries or fresh strawberries. Served with your choice of 2 breakfast sides.
      $14.00
    • Green Glow Veggie Sandwich

      Two eggs, spinach, tomato, avocado, and cheese on toasted bread.
      $10.00
    • Morning Flow Sandwich

      Two eggs, melted cheese with your choice of protein on toasted bread.
      $10.00
    • Breakfast Bowl

      Your choice of creamy grits topped with 2 eggs, spinach, tomatoes, avocado, and a pesto drizzle. Add protein for an additional charge.
      $12.00
    • Short Stack

      Three fluffy pancakes add fresh fruit for an additional charge.
      $6.00

    Sandwiches

    * Served with choice of fries or side salad.
    • Po Boy

      Sautéed cajun shrimp or fried catfish piled high on toasted French bread, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and spicy mayo sauce—choice of side.
      $15.75
    • Chicken Salad Sandwich

      Shredded chicken mixed with dressing, sweet craisins, celery, and/or red seedless grapes, all piled onto a buttery croissant. Optional walnuts add a satisfying crunch.
      $14.00
    • Tuscan Chicken

      Grilled chicken topped with mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, drizzled with our signature pesto mayo. Choice of side.
      $14.50
    • 3 Cheese Grilled Cheese

      Cheddar, Mozzarella, and Pepper Jack melted on buttery panini bread, and grilled to golden perfection.
      $13.00
    • Mediterranean

      Crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onions, and mixed greens layered with creamy hummus and tangy feta cheese on toasted bread.
      $13.00

    Soup & Salads

    • Chicken Salad

      $14.00
    • Corn Zesty Lime Salad

      Corn kernels, feta cheese, tomatoes, red onions, tortilla chips, cucumbers over Arugula. Paired with Cilantro lime dressing. An explosion of flavor and freshness in every bite.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $13.00

    Entrees

    *Served a choice of two sides and cornbread.
    • Catfish

      Catfish styled your way with two brunch sides.
      $20.00
    • Fried Wings

      Six whole wings served with a choice of side and a dipping sauce.
      $16.00
    • Pork Chops

      Two tender pork chop fried. served with choice of side and a piece of cornbread.
      $19.00
    • Shrimp Basket

      9 shrimp fried or sautéed served either one side.
      $19.00
    • Salmon Croquettes

      A Golden, crispy patty made with tender Atlantic salmon, fresh herbs, served over rice with Cajun gravy.
      $19.00
    • Honey-Glazed Salmon

      Atlantic Salmon marinated and grilled to perfection. Drizzled with Maple and Garlic. Served with Cauliflower Garlic Mash and Sautéed Spinach.
      $22.00
    • Pasta Bowl

      pasta tossed in a creamy pesto or Tuscan sauce and served as a hearty bowl with a side salad. Add your choice of protein for an additional charge.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $12.00
    • Shrimp & Grits

      Indulge in a classic Southern Shrimp and Grit Bowl. Sautéed shrimp and smoked sausage served on creamy grits with eggs (your choice), topped with Cajun sauce, and served with a breakfast bread.
      $21.00
    • Smoked Jerked Wings

      Smoked jerked wings served with your choice of sides two and cornbread.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $20.00
    • Chicken Salad Sandwich

      Shredded chicken mixed with dressing, sweet craisins, celery, and/or red seedless grapes, all piled onto a buttery croissant. Optional walnuts add a satisfying crunch.
      $14.00
    • Smothered Wings

      $17.00

    Sides

    8 oz sides.
    • Candied Yams

      $5.00
    • Coleslaw

      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.50
    • Collard Greens w Turkey

      $5.00
    • French Fries

      $4.00
    • Mac and Cheese

      $5.00
    • Potato Salad

      $5.25
    • Red Beans and Rice

      $5.00
    • Rice and Gravy

      $5.00
    • Side Salad

      $5.00
    • Spaghetti

      $5.00

    Sweets

    All desserts are the same price.
    • Free Flow Peach Cobbler

      $7.00
    • Pop’s Carmel Cake

      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.00
    • Madam T. Pound Cake

      $8.00
    • Doc's Banana Pudding

      $7.00
    • Doc's German Chocolate Cake

      $7.00

    Drinks

    • Badge Brew Coffee

      $4.00
    • Hot tea

      $2.50
    • Orange juice

      $3.50
    • Bottled Water

      $2.00
    • Canada Dry

      $3.50
    • Lipton Bottled tea

      $3.50
    • Soda

      $2.50

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    MondayClosed
    TuesdayClosed
    Wednesday7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Thursday7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Friday7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    At Free Flow Kitchen, we serve up comfort food with a fresh twist — hearty, soulful dishes infused with global flavors. From creamy grits and crispy catfish to vibrant vegetarian plates, everything is made with care and served with community in mind. We’re more than a restaurant — we’re a gathering space. Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast, lunch, or weekend brunch, you’ll find a warm, welcoming atmosphere where good food meets good people.

    Location

    1623 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL 60201

    Directions

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    Boston, MA 02210

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