Imperial Restaurant
$$ • Chinese, Dim Sum, Vegan Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Imperial Restaurant
Customers' Favorites
Crispy Fried Taro Dumpling w Chicken
Chicken Sticky Rice in Lotus Leaf
Siu Mai Shrimp and Pork Dumpling
BBQ Pork Buns w Abalone Sauce
Siu MA Park & Shrimp Dumpling
Char Siu BBQ Pork Turnovers
crispy shrimp dumplings
Bai Yun Chicken Feet
Steamed Chicken Feet
Sticky Rice Cake
Imperial Restaurant Reviews
273 ratings
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Best dim sum setup in Chinatown hands down. Stopped in for lunch with a buddy and sat right near the big live fish tanks. Ordered the shu mai, crisp pan-fried turnip cakes, baked barbecue pork buns, and a pot of hot jasmine tea. Everything came out super hot and crazy fresh. Cart staff and servers were moving fast and kept the tea refilled the whole time. Top tier spot if you want legitimate dim sum.
Worth the trip to Chicago. Must go to when we're in town.
Very busy place wait party of six, enjoyed the classic dim sum and Ala carte chow fun noodle, offer jasmine tea. Remind me of NYC Chinatown dim sum
Hours
| Monday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 8AM - 9PM |
Imperial Restaurant is known for its incredible dim sum, with shrimp dumplings, Siu Mai, and shrimp with lobster sauce being standout dishes. The restaurant offers a traditional banquet hall-style setting with efficient service and comforting dim sum options. Customers have praised the very good har gow and kway teow, and some have even found water spinach (kangkong) not on the menu. The turnip cake has a great texture, although it can be a bit bland, and the rice rolls, dumplings, and rice noodles are also enjoyed. During busy times like Chinese New Year, the wait to be seated can be long, especially during holidays and weekends, but the overall experience remains worthwhile. While service may sometimes be slow, the delicious food more than makes up for it. Vegetarian options are limited, but efforts are made to accommodate dietary needs. The sesame covered balls are highly recommended, though dishes like fried turnip cakes and mapo tofu without pork may not meet everyone's expectations. Visitors often share entrees family style, making it a great spot for large groups of 6 or more. The rice rolls are freshly steamed and delicious, sometimes with fried dough sticks wrapped inside. The taro cake has a refreshing texture and the perfect sweetness, while the hot congee is tasty and well-seasoned. Some dishes, like xiaolongbao, may not meet expectations if reheated, but the friendly staff and clean environment enhance the experience. Overall, visiting Imperial Restaurant offers a satisfying dim sum experience with a touch of authentic Hong Kong style.