“Somehow got lucky and got seated as we walked in. A quick summary:1.) Ordered Sen Cha tea, beef gyoza, and Monster ramen. Everything was cooked to perfection and tasted great. Only thing I didn’t like was the limited menu add on options compared to some other ramen places around Chicago.2.) Parking can be difficult to find in the area when it’s busy.3.) Service is top line. They refill waters/tea and clear dishes so fast. Dessert menu came immediately after the main course.“
“I enjoyed a late lunch with Hen Banh Da (Clam Salad) and Mi Quang. Clam salad was everything I imagined it to be and mi quang was underwhelming — lacked flavor and yellow rice noodles were overcooked; I had to add more fish sauce for flavor.Attentive service. I will try this place again and order other offerings.“
“Delicious little hidden spot. Great drinks and atmosphere. Mapo tofu was very spicy with real Sichuan that make your mouth numb. The lo mein noodles are top tier.Vegetarian options: Menu has some labels and some options to make item vegetarian. Some vegan options but ask waiter about egg.“
“A long overdue review. Noodlebird is one of the best restaurants in Chicago. Every dish is full-flavored, bold, and made with thoughtful and creative pairings. The smoked tofu is incredible, the curry is my favorite, the peanut noodles are so soft and delicious, and the veggie Mac soup is one of my favorites. The bakery is also one of the best in the city.The creative desserts like mochi doughnuts, banana caramel brownie (my favorite brownie ever), the egg tarts (a must if you’ve never tried), the passion fruit Masada, and so many more are the perfect way to end the meal.The service is top notch, timely, super friendly, and warm.Noodlebird deserves any and all accolades for its super-creative dishes, friendly service, intensely flavored food, etc.“
“One of the best dinner experiences I’ve had. It wasn’t just that the food was incredibly inventive, seasoned, prepared and presented; the staff were superb- the hosts, servers, and food runners were consistently attentive, friendly and informative without being intrusive. We really felt there was a sense of pride and purpose in crafting a unique meal experience. Sounds corny I know but I really can’t wait to go back!Dietary restrictions: Extensive options for my gluten free companion which meant we could all enjoy everything we hoped to order together“
“Very cozy asian-style noodle spot!I ordered a beef pad thai for lunch. The food was good, but it wasn’t until I added fish sauce and chili at home where all the flavors came out and molded together! I wish I asked for the condiments in-person. The beef was more on the hard side though, I wish it was softer. The portion was bigger than I expected but was the perfect size. I would love to come back and try other noodle dishes on the menu.In terms of service, I was greeted with smiles by the hostess doubling as a server as I walked in the door. Very attentive and very kind. She knows her customers very well. The food came out quick and I was able to get a good meal in while I was in-between classes.The music was great it contributed to the ambiance. I loved the fact that I could also hear the wok sizzling in the background as they were cooking.Parking: There’s a side street that’s not paid but it’s difficult to find parking. Sheffield is paid parking.“
“We live very close by and were so excited to discover we have one of the tastiest Thai spots in the city within walking distance. Only give the atmosphere 4 stars because it's a teeny tiny restaurant but it's comfortable and when the weather is nice, their patio is cute! But we typically do takeout since it's so easy and close by. The owners and everyone who works there has always been friendly and kind. Highly recommend.Vegetarian options: Many dishes - noodles and curry - offer a selection for the type of protein so many can be made vegetarian with choosing the option of either tofu or just vegetables.Kid-friendliness: Friendly and allowing of children. My 3 year old daughter loves the chicken satay!“
“The people were so friendly, very talkative..it reminded me of how Greek families of old ran their own businesses. The food is amazing in look, style presentation and taste. Alot of selections and the first time I tried the coconut ice cream with strawberries my tongue was in love. Love this place.“
“Ever since they opened we go out of our way to frequent this place. We have other Thai places within walking distance from our condo but a short drive yields better quality Thai food and wonderful service. Ambiance: The place is super clean which is a plus. If the front of the house is immaculate, I would think the kitchen is the same. The food is amazing. Tiger Cry is amazing and they give a nice size portion compared to other places. Sweet/savory marinated thin slices of beef char-grilled is wonderful. Don't hesitate on the fried shumai- Fried shrimp shu-mai, served with light sweet and sour sauce. Awesome finger food. You can't go wrong with any of the curry dishes. This last round we had the Gaeng Masaman - Masaman curry and potatoes sauteed in coconut milk with peanuts and chicken. Great flavor. So many selections but all have been great! I love the fact you can choose the level of spiciness for each dish depending on your preferences. We go full-tilt hot as hell spicy and it does not disappoint! Pricing is a bit lower than your average Thai places and portions are more generous. 3 dishes for 2 people yields leftovers! Owner is friendly and I can tell he loves what he does and is looking out for the diners. This is the place you want to make sure thrives. Go pay them a visit.“
“This place has amazing quality food that matches their service. Absolutely loved the spicy chicken Pad Thai and the basil fried rice. We also enjoyed the savory Thai Custard. The people are genuinely nice and it’s such a cute place inside. You’re going to love it!“
“To start: edamame, Xiao Long Bao, scallion pancakeShared meal: orange beef, dan dan noodles, cashew chickenEverything was so delicious! We wanted a bit of heat and were able to get great dishes and control the spicy level. This place is worth trying to find parking.“
“-1 star because the place smells like cigarettes and my brisket was wayyyy too fatty with not much meat.4 stars because the food came out fast and the broth was pretty good. Wanton (pork/shrimp) was one of the best wanton I ever had. Waitress was friendly and was very patient with the next table who arent Chinese and had a LOT of questions. Their beef shank is very tender and well marinated so I definitely recommend that over brisket (pictured). Price is on the low side. I will visit again :-)Side note: I was very thirsty after this meal.“
“We heard the place had great noodles and they did not disappoint. The waiter was great, he was patient and explained the entrees. Our food came out quickly. The ramen and noodles were delicious. The shrimp tempura had a light crispy batter. We have been back several times to eat here. There is plenty of indoor parking“
“If my childhood was a restaurant, it would be this place. Nothing like eating fried rice surrounded by baseball memorabilia and toys with Thomas the tank engine playing on the TV (I'm not joking, it was). Service was really good and the owner was incredibly friendly. Just remember that they take CASH only, but I think they have an ATM so it's no biggie.“
“One of the best experiences I've ever had dining. Jimmy the owner is an absolute legend and made us feel like family from the second we walked in. If you're a local from the city or thinking about visiting from the suburbs please make the trip. We'll be back very soon!“
“Visiting from Dallas and this food is awesome! The flavor is bold - the right amount of spice and garlic. I think this is the best Kung Pao we have ever had. Can’t wait to eat here again because everything going to other tables looked amazing!“
“6 of us went , all ordered different entrees & all agreed it was the best "_____" we ever had.ordered potstickers, egg rolls & greenbeens for the table & they're the best in the city. Jimmy (the owner) has been doing it great since the 80“
“Very quick I like that you can create your personal noodles as you like, pretty quick service with food so hot that it sautéed my tongue blue-rare, the crab ragoon so creamy and crunchy at the same time.Vegetarian options: They give vegetarian options for each part of the process of the noodle customization“
“Absolutely amazing. I was blown away by the flavor. Like no other Thai food that I have experienced. Beyond 5 stars. I was spellbound. If you like Thai food, you need to give this place a try. It's a shame I don't live in Chicago, because I find myself daydreaming about it and wanting to fly across a quarter of the country JUST to eat here!“
“A relatively newer restaurant in Chinatown with reasonable prices and portions for the price. They have a large menu so there are many different Chinese dishes to choose from and you can order from an iPad at the table which makes it a little easier, though the server will confirm your order. And you can get complimentary tea if you want! Typical Chinese restaurant vibes, located in the New Chinatown side near Tiger Sugar. They have boba drinks here too. Definitely worth checking out!“
“Hello to all who read this review. It pains my heart to leave this review. This restaurant use to be one of my favorites, but since the old owners are no longer running things I have to say that my recent visit was a waste of money. I ordered some soup and basil egg rolls and the egg rolls tasted like frozen food, the chicken inside of the rolls were very dry with no taste to it. I didn't taste the basil like I use to, I didn't finish it, I tossed it out. The soup was not like I'm accustomed to. Wasn't sour at all, wasn't spicy at all, and too many DAMN mushrooms in it!. I was furious and through all of it out. Stick a fork in me I'm done with Ben's noodles.“
“quick and casual spot for food and drinks. they have an extensive list of bubble tea/fruit drinks. I usually go for their fresh fruit freeze cause I think it's their specialty, i love anything with mango in it. I got the beef with tomato sauce for food and it was good, the portion size was big and I ended up taking half to go.“
“I came here once to try it out. We did a mix of 2 pork and 2 beef baos. The baos were a good size and they were flavorful. Meat was fresh and bun was soft. I honestly forgot what my main entree was but it was very decent. Broth was savory not watery. Meat and egg were delicious. Noodles were soft and a little chewy. Service was good. There were plenty of tables to eat. We did paid street parking. Prices were okay.“
“On this visit we were celebrating a birthday. Follow us on this joyous occasion!First of all, this location is in the Chinatown Square Plaza. If you have never been, this plaza is huge and celebrates the Chinese culture showcasing their food, arts, crafts, fashion, etc. It is an electrifying experience walking around!JoyYee Plus is located in the second floor of the plaza. It’s an awkward location, but we overlooked it because we were excited for the experience. The restaurant is neat and modern with modern seating and furniture and some Manga paintings on the walls that make it exciting to walk into. But that’s about it for ambiance. No music or staff interaction other than the waitstaff.The main reason for the visit was the Shabu Shabu offering and the choice meats available. The menu is large and with some incredible options covering all food groups and menu choices! I wanted to order one of each! ?We ordered Mango Crab Rangoons, Japanese Fried Calamari and Chicken and Pork Potstickers. They were fantastic! The Rangoons were so crispy and tasty! The calamari had a good blend of all pieces and done in a lightly battered finish which allowed more of the calamari flavor to show through than the oil trapped in the batter. The potstickers were good too.We also ordered Truffle Oil Egg Fried Rice with Bulgugi Ribeye and CrawfishFried Rice. Both were EXCELLENT! The Truffle oil ribeye Wes soft and buttery and very flavorful. The crawfish were plentiful and I asked for it made Spicy and was just right.For the Shabu Shabu we ordered Kurobuta Pork Belly, Premium Short Ribs, American Kobe Eye Kalbi, American Wagyu Chunk Ribeye and Australian Wagyu Beef. All were cut thin, meat was good quality and had good marbling and looked amazing!The broth was lightly spiced and complimented all the cuts perfectly. I wish the waitress would have told us more about the sauce station available ($2 per person) so that we would have experienced all the flavors with all the great cuts.Deserts were good but the person who made them took 20+ minutes to produce. The fresh Mango Sunday was really good.All in all, it was a great day. The food was great, but the place lacked the trained service to make it great. Will we be back? Definitely! Their food is worth the trip. But their service has to improve for it to be a great place.“
“I work in the West Loop and Sumu has become my favorite sushi spot over the past 5+ years. This was originally the second location for Butterfly Sushi, which is still open on Grand. This location kept its sushi menu but added the ramen focus, which provides additional options - thus their new name. Food is always fresh and their service is always impeccable. Whether dining in or takeout (pickup or delivery), it is always a 5 star experience in every way. Highly recommended!“
“First time ordering and it was decent. The veggie egg roll were good but the sauce was thin and watery. The fried pot stickers were good. The paid Thai was what you would expect and the fried rice was good. I will try again and try other things too.“
“New spot in the neighborhood! Restaurant’s decor is simple yet very roomy, an ideal spot for those who dislike to be enclosed or squished. It’s family owned restaurant so the atmosphere was very comfortably and quiet.Food was phenomenal, fresh and delicious! But most importantly reasonable priced. The service was friendly and fast. We had Pho and broth was rich and aromatic filled with lots of toppings. We also had Bo La Lot which was beautifully presented. Then we also had Bun Cha Ha Noi, amazing and authentic. Bun bo hue was delicious. I can say that all dishes taste great. It’s must try restaurant!“
“I’ve been here at least twice because of the great taste of the chicken soup. It’s a large bowl with great flavor for only $11.99. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the service was good too.Parking can be a challenge because it is in China town. Be sure to fed the meters when you park on the streets. The meter maids frequent the area often.“
“[FOOD] Drunken Noodle - Taste was great but the noodles were way too soft to the point that it kinda just fell apart. Maybe the chef was just having a bad day. Green Curry - The beef was mid but the curry and their version of naan is bomb. [SERVICE] Standard. [PLACE] It's like a medium sized restaurant, not too big or too small. Located on a busy street mainly meant for students and the locals. [VERDICT] I would get the curry again and maybe try other noodles. I know it's a fusion place so I can't expect the best but I am satisfied enough to come back again. 4/5“
“So far this is my favorite sushi place in Chicago. The food is phenomenal and reasonably priced. The service is fantastic as well.One small thing: every now and then I’ll get a plate with some very pretty artwork on it made from the sauce. I don’t always get it, but I really appreciate whoever is taking the time to make it!“
“Don’t let the name fool you. This place is as authentic as anything you’ll find on Argyle. They have all the usual dishes but come here to try something less common. I had the crab rangoon and liked their homemade version of this typical guilty pleasure dish. Then I had Bún Riêu which was light and flavorful. It’s attached to a Filipino grocery and seafood store, and some other Filipino and Asian food stalls, restaurants, and bakeries so there’s lots to explore and taste.“
“Great Thai spot downtown to grab a quick lunch. Stopped in on a Thursday afternoon, and there were quite a number of tables filled up. Still was able to grab one relatively quick. Had the lunch special, Spicy Drunken Noodles + Fried Tofu appetizer. For the price, it's a great lunch and filling, especially when you consider what's around. Definitely recommend it if you're feeling spicy!“
“Got some yummy takeout from here and will definitely be back for more! Online ordering provided a lot of modifications and pictures with each item. The inside was very clean and empty. We tried the baby egg rolls, veggie egg rolls, miso soup, pad woon sen and chow mein. Everything tasted great and similar to other thai food we've had before. We also tried the butterfly lemonade and thai milk tea with tapioca boba. The butterfly lemonade was good as long as you like butterfly pea flower. The boba wasn't the best but the thai tea was yummy! Looking forward to trying something new next time.“
“This place has great lunch specials, and for a little more, you can do the same for dinner specials. They have huge fried chicken wings that are so good, very crispy but tender and juicy. The delivery people are Lee's Wok staff, and I've never had an issue with the delivery. This is not a place to dine in, so there is not much atmosphere, but really, this is a pick-up or delivery place, but it's worth it.Vegetarian options: They can make almost anything vegetarian. I'm not a vegetarian, but I love the veggie egg foo young.Parking: This is part of a lot with several businesses, but you can find parking since most businesses there are pick-up and go.“
“I hadn't eaten here since the revamp and rename of the place. Not sure if they're owned by new owners, but my friend and I were glad to have eaten here. It's small and could sit a small amount if folks plan to stay and eat, but lots of people order takeout. It seemed popular the night we went because there were many takeout orders. Everything was made to order, so be prepared to wait a little. The wait was well worth it! I had the panang chicken curry with rice, and my friend ordered the basil fried rice. Both were tasty and had the right amounts of flavor and spice. We also order gyoza soup and tom yum soup, which were perfect on a cold day. For drinks, I had the lemonade while my friend had the Thai iced tea. We ended dinner with mango sticky rice with a side drizzle of condense milk, and it was amazing! I highly recommend this place!“
“Chef Son might just be the kindest, warmest, and loveliest human being on this planet. Dining here with his hospitality really just made the day brighter and sunnier. And of course, food he cooked was really good. Definitely coming back and recommending to all of my friends.“
“Underrated Thai place in the North Side. Fantastic Coconut Chicken Curry. Best peanut sauce I've ever had anywhere!The one knock is though there is seating, it tends to be a takeout place and the atmosphere can be a bit stale. It is better in the summer when they can move chairs and tables outside.“
“This place is awesome! I don’t know why this place has not gotten famous yet since the potato noodles are so delicious and authentic. 土豆粉 and 黄焖鸡 are so good - I have ordered delivery and had dine in experience, and the food just hit the right spot!!“
“So this place got the best Crab Rangoon in the city and that I ever had quite frankly. It taste so good and I’m mad other restaurants don’t make it like they do! The Crab Rangoon is so good from here that I never order anything else. I tried the wings and they weren’t bad. I’m curious how the shrimp fried rice is. But I’ve always just made this place my go to spot for Crab Rangoon. No other restaurant compares to how good it is. Please try them.“
“Super cool place. It's a part-Vietnamese restaurant and part-convenience store with Asian snacks. It's in a pretty hip neighborhood. The pho broth was decent but wasn't as flavorful as other pho broths I've had. Still tasty. The thing I liked is that they used slightly thicker pho noodles. The salt & pepper fried chicken skin was a little bland, but fried perfectly. It went well with the hot sauce. My favorite dish was the Hainan chicken. It was poached to perfection and tasted delicious with the 3 sauces. The rice was addicting and the side soup made sure things weren't too dry. 4/5 for food, service, and environment.“