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 Hidden Chinese treasures |
2411 South Wentworth Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 225 8898 |
It is worth straying a few quick blocks from the bustle of Chinatown's epicenter to get to the Evergreen, a pleasant eatery that avoids the cliched dragon-and-phoenix décor of most Chinese restaurants. This is a comfortable family restaurant that carries a touch of class. All your favorites are tasty and served steaming hot, like comfort food should be. But what makes the Evergreen a real find is its many dishes that are excitingly different, yet still accessible. Try the lightly fried spice-salt soft-shelled crabs, the steamed pork with Chinese mustard greens and the revolving array of simply prepared fresh Chinese vegetables that burst with flavor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bustling Pan-Asian eatery |
2129-A South China Place Chinatown Square Mall Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 326 2088 |
This Chinatown phenomenon draws a crowd of urban professionals, ivy leaguers and college students eager to partake of the 160 Asian dishes offered on the comprehensive menu. Basic fare and some specialties top the list. Noodles loaded with veggies, seafood, chicken, pork or beef seem to overflow on every table. The shrimp dumpling soup is noteworthy. Your wallet will not suffer here; prices are very reasonable ($15-25). Extremely courteous and friendly servers circulate at lunch and dinner, and specialty drinks complete your meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dim sum specials |
2225 South Wentworth Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 842 1404 |
Traditional Chinese fare takes a back seat to some of the best dim sum in Chinatown. Relax in this simple, elegant place, with private booths and red lanterns, offering an excellent variety of classic cooking. The dim dum offerings are fresh and cooked to order. Try any of the overstuffed dumplings, plump and oozing. The fresh pork buns cannot be beat. Traditional dishes are also available - everything from wonton soup to sweet and sour pork. Portions are large enough to be shared. Enjoy a satisfying lunch for under $10 and dinner for under $15. Service is cordial and very helpful. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mulan rules |
2017 South Wells Street Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 842 8282 http://www.mulanrestaurant.com/ |
If you've not visited Mulan, make reservations right away. Delectable Asian food combined with impeccable service in a plush setup leaves nothing else to be desired. Chef Chan brings home only fresh catch from the sea—something many chefs have claimed to do in the past. But the proof is in the tasting. The chef combines salmon, sturgeon, shrimp, cheese and lamb with a host of spices and ingredients, to create innovative and tasty preparations, ideal for a light snack or a full meal. Whether around for lunch or looking for a romantic spot, Mulan scores high marks for service and food. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Southeast Asian favor |
2201 South Wentworth Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 326 6888 |
One of the more recent additions to Chinatown, Penang features Southeast Asian culinary delicacies from Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia, among others. Dining here is a delicious adventure, and the staff is always eager to make recommendations: spicy coconut-bas ed beef rendang, sea bass baked in banana leaves, a yam pot filled with stir-fried morsels of meat and vegetable. The appetizers are equally tantalizing, especially skewers of charcoal-grilled satay and crisp-fried roti canai served with curry dipping sau ce. Entrees range from $10-$15. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic Chinese cooking |
2131 South Archer Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 328 0848 |
This Archer Avenue eatery has a loyal following who spare no effort to eat here. Don't dally, because the early diner gets the dim sum. Always crowded, this place has no problem filling seating for 500. The menu celebrates standard Asian fare but the portions are incredible. Try steamed, stir-fried or sauteed chicken, beef, pork or seafood with lots of optional ingredients. Bring friends and feast for under $20 per person. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Dine Like Al Capone |
2110, S. Wabash Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 328 1198 http://www.room21chicago.com/ |
While dining at Room 21, you expect Al Capone and his entourage of Chicago mobsters to come strolling in. In fact, this South Loop spot was once a Capone-owned speakeasy and saloon. Now, the famed designer/restaurateur Jerry Kleiner has renovated the classic prohibition era hangout into a unique, exciting dining experience. The decor proudly displays an extravagance inspired by the old Chicago vice district, and the menu features upscale American favorites. The bar and wine menu are also fully stocked. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Polynesian delight |
2217 South Wentworth Ave between W. Cermak and W. 22nd Place Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 842 4444 |
This upstairs dining salon is decked in potted plants and Polynesian décor. Window-side tables and booths accommodate the flood of loyal followers. Appetizers and the large selection of soups, dumplings and pu-pu platters entice diners. The Royal Pacific Phoenix, a main dish, boasts Polynesian origins and couples beef and chicken with sautéed broccoli. The myriad of noodle and rice dishes in a variety of sauces is almost overwhelming. Opt for house specials. Service is likeable and solicitous in this comfortable place to dine with family and friends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood specialist in Chinatown |
2414 South Wentworth Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 United States +1 312 842 6500 / +1 312 225 7060 |
You will find a large, sparse, brightly-lit restaurant with a giant Buddha sculpture to greet you as you enter. This description probably fits many a Chinatown restaurant, but, if you are in the mood for seafood, this place aims to please. With holding tanks of live lobsters and crabs - and a menu featuring two pages of underwater specialties - you are in for a treat. And diners take heed: if it SAYS spicy, it MEANS spicy. The prices are modest. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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