50 Best Chinese Restaurants near Northfield

“Over 20 years ago I started eating at their original Lincoln Park location. Today, their delicious food keeps me coming back time after time. It helps that the restaurant is staffed by the nicest people in the world. When I call for pickup they know my order (lad nar with chicken and Japanese gyoza) and they have it ready in ten minutes. Ten minutes!“

“This brings me back to the hutongs of Beijing! Monkey King Jianbing is worth the drive up to Skokie! Every Jianbing I’ve had is delicious, with the right balance of spice. They also added Shou zhua bings, think Chinese taco, which are amazing as well! I love this place!“

“This is definitely some of the better dim sum I’ve had. I’m not sure what it’s called but my favorite one is like shrimp amd egg and it’s a little toasted. And the custard tart is so good. The crust is so flaky“

“I had a craving for some good halal Mexican food, and my friend recommended this place! I wasn’t sure what to order, but the worker Shayaan gave me lots of options and told me what he recommended! I had a great experience, and the food was delicious! Will be making this my regular spot!“

“Amazing food and fast!! My friends and I really enjoyed dinner at Sun Wah!!“

“Very friendly atmosphere on top of their great food.“

“I been going to this restaurant since 1989… original owners are still there. Food is tasty and full of aroma. I take family here when we have visitors. I live an hour away now so I make sure I stock up. Portions are perfect! I Recommend a 100%“

“Best dumplings I’ve ever tasted!“

“The best restaurant in uptown 👍👍“

“This place caught me off guard all across the board. The building is unassuming but it’s fire in those walls. The portions were huge of course. The general tso and sweet and sour were crazy. We got the egg rolls too. 45$ including the tip. I’m so full that when I got home I didn’t reach for any sweet snacks. Just go in there.“

“This restaurant has been in business for OVER 20 years! The food is one of a kind. The neighborhood is not much to boast about but this place has been serving the people with the best Chinese food in the area. Heads up, they take cash only

Kid-friendliness: No“

“I absolutely love this place. I’ve had 2 other Cantonese restaurants I can say I’ve enjoyed and honestly Hunan Star is by far my favorite now. Pan fried noodles, veggie fried rice, sweet and sour chicken, Mongolian beef. All amazing. Do yourself a favor and grab this when you are in Evanston.“

“I always order takeout or have them delivered to the house fast delivery usually within half-hour from ordering

Vegetarian options: I like my veggies but I'm more carnivore ?

Dietary restrictions: Build your own meals it's up to you to order and eat the right portions for your meals enjoy ?

Parking: First come first serve if your lucky to find a spot close great if not then your walking a little distance could up and down the block or across the street“

“Hands down some of the best Chinese food in the city. I’m talking from the suburbs to China town.“

“Been going to this place for 5 years. Place is always fantastic, service is always good and professional. Love the food.

Dietary restrictions: You can always tell them if you want to cut down on salt for some dishes. Such as msg, sauces, and having your food at a certain spice level. Really helped me a lot.“

“The food here is fantastic“

“The best food around!
I am a FAN of chinese food, but no where around suburbs and chicago will you find such FRESH food! Veggies are perfectly done, meat is perfectly cooked! Sauce is amazing taste! I had their Happy Family Dish , Chicken fried rice and Khan Pau Chicken .
Please try this place!

Parking: Plenty of safe , free parking“

“Really love the Chinese food from here. Orange chicken is on point !!! I also enjoy their chili oil. Their egg rolls are crunchy, so I love that. The Beef and broccoli is also pretty good as well as their lo mein. I also order their catering trays. A must for parties!!!

Parking: Small parking lot for a quick pick up to go!!!“

“We order for pickup from En Lai a few times a month, and their food is always fantastic. My faves are their Orange Chicken, General Tso's, and their chicken with cashew nuts. They give us lots of rice, and the orders always have a ton of meat and veggies. Make sure to come hungry, because you will have a lot to eat!“

“So, Im a very picky person especially with my food but I will try anything onetime if I don't like it I will never purchase it again. I have to say after reading the reviews it's definitely a must buy. Im literally addicted to this food as of right now. It is soooooo good and always fresh. The service is quick and the lady at the front desk is always so kind and respectful. I would recommend anyone to go get a bite. Thank you for your service and good original food.“

“Best in the biz in the neighborhood.“

“For me, this is THE best Korean-Chinese spot in Chicago. Sure, there are places like Yu's Mandarin, Chef Ping, Great Sea, Great Beijing, etc but they don't focus only on Korean-chinese food like Lai Lai do, hence in my opinion, Lai Lai serves the best Jajangmyeon and Jjambbong.

Now, Jajangmyeon comes in many varieties, but most people aren't aware of the differences:

Regular Jajangmyeon: All ingredients are stir-fried, then water and starch are added, resulting in a familiar starchy texture with added sugar or salt.

Gan Jajang: Cooked with just oil, it tends to be more oily and has a stronger "fire" taste from longer stir-frying, often more salty.

Uni Jajang: Ingredients are minced, so the dish lacks visible ingredient shapes and texture but brings out most flavor.

Sam seon Jajang (precious ingredients from sky, land, and sea): Originally with expensive items like shrimp, abalone, and pork, now often substituted with squid and cheaper ingredients.

Tray Jajang: Essentially +2 portions of Sam seon Jajang without the expensive ingredients.

I mention this because in Chicago, there are very few places offering these varieties, and even fewer doing it well. No one specializes in it quite like Korea, and the closest I've found to matching Korean taste is regular Jajangmyeon from Lai Lai.

I can also go on about Jjambbong and the chicken as you see on the picture but perhaps on another review...“

“Very happy that found this place has reopened. We used to come here for lunch and dinner, there is no other Asian restaurant in north shore we feel good to enter to eat. The menu with varieties and many Asian popularities dishes. Think this may be comparable from south Canal street China Town and the best one in the north shore neighborhood.

Parking: there is plenty free parking spaces.“

“I ordered the egg foo young and kung pao pork dinners, plus pot stickers. All were good, and I was very happy with the portions for the price. I just wish I'd known that there were cashews in the kung pao pork. It's difficult to see the ingredients in their online ordering options. I hope they get a real website with menu information one day. The pot sticker skins could have been thinner as well.“

“Thank goodness this place exists. This is your classic Chinese-American take out joint and the food is simply delicious. We ordered two dinner specials and a crab rangoon app - generous portions, hot, fresh, and tasty. Specifically, there is an element of “wok hay” (a Cantonese phrase denoting smoky aroma and flavor) present in the cooking that makes it 5 stars for me.

Don’t expect any level of “service”; that’s not the point here. This is a mom and pop shop operated by weary food industry veterans. Just pick up your plate, quit yapping, and enjoy what you ordered because you won’t regret it.

Friend chiming in: Regarding the service, the woman is lovely. You get everything you need and neither more or less, perfect in my opinion.

Parking: Small parking lot but easy to navigate“

“Best chicken wings in the whole city! The spicy sauce has a nice kick.“

“This was my first time in Glencoe to watch a show at Writer’s Theater, and I stopped by this place for a meal before the show. It seems to be the only Chinese restaurant in the entire town and also one of the few places both open at night and relatively affordable.

My friend and I ordered the Walnut Shrimp Special and Sauteed Green Beans. We were told it would take 30 minutes, so we sat inside to wait, and the food came out right on time and piping hot. You can’t dine in the restaurant though, as they don’t have a dining license.

9 times out of 10, Chinese takeout will always hit for me, and Shanghai Garden was no exception. The green beans were flavorful and well-sauteed. The walnut shrimp had a nice crispy texture, tangy taste, and also came with broccoli and crispy noodle pieces.

The portions are large for the price and they also included a large box of rice with our order. For just $15 per person, we had a good amount of leftovers. Overall great value, tasty food, generous portions, friendly service— I would love to return if I’m in the area again!
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Price (relative to peers): 4.5/5
Food: 4.5/5
Ambience: N/A

Overall Value: 4.5/5“

“Second time ordering. The food is absolutely delicious and they deliver pretty quick. Two and a half years looking for good Chinese and I found it. Five Stars.“

“My Mom and I were looking for a new (new to us) Chinese-American restaurant. Palace Cantonese surpassed all expectations. Every plate we had was delicious and food was hot. The service by Calvin was outstanding.

We entered the restaurant and were the only ones during this late lunch time. We sat in the comfortable and cozy booth (firm for what my back needs). Right away, Calvin brought delicious hot tea and water. The Fried Won Ton, which is hard to find without meat, was perfectly fried, not soggy. The cup of egg drop soup was a generous portion, more like a medium bowl. The veggie egg rolls were large and tasty. The Chicken Szechuan, was like a kung pao chicken and very flavorful. I loved the touch from Calvin bringing extra peanuts without us asking. He also asked if we needed more tea even though our steel carafe was half full. At similar restaurants, I’ve not seen that service.
The final touch was receiving 2 almond cookies (plus fortune cookies), which my Mom and I love.
It’s my new favorite restaurant which I will be patronizing every time I’m in Chicago.

Parking: Restaurant in small strip mall.“

“We Love Hunan Spring!! Please re-open SOON!!! ❤️❤️❤️“

“This has been our go to dinner restaurant for many years now. The place is small but the foods are always excellent. We love the salt & pepper (S&P) Japanese tofu, S&P fish fillet, S&P cuttlefish, shrimp fried rice, & walnut shrimp. Great small family restaurant with reasonable price. Highly recommended.“

“I had the orange chicken and crab Rangoon. It isn't your typical Chinese takeout. When you walk in you may think so, but the food is definitely above the normal Chinese takeout. It was crispy and the sauce was great. The crab rangoon were huge and had a lot of filling. I will be back for sure.“

“It’s a great go-to place where I often pick up on Tuesday nights. The food is ready 10 to 15 minutes after I order it over the phone. The lady who takes the order and gives me the food to-go is unfailingly pleasant and always smiles. We love their Mongolian beef, and enjoy their egg rolls, hot & sour soup and wonton soup. Never a bad meal. All delicious with generous portions and a fair price.“

“This place is the best in the area! The beef is tender, the sweet and sour chicken isn't dried out, their salt and pepper shrimp is phenomenal! They have Taiwanese mai fun that are one of the best I've tried! Their egg foo young is savory and full of veggies! Beef chow fun is delicious! I can go on and on! I highly recommend ordering from here! The owner is super friendly too!“

“Really reasonable must try“

“This is the ONLY Chinese kitchen ive been going to for YEARS. I have referred countless of people to this restaurant because the flavor never misses. Orders always right, food is always hot, and comes out quick. Sure service is a bit rough but none of that matters when you’re hungry and ready to eat. Would give this place 6 stars if I could.“

“Always delighted to find Teochew restaurants in the US and it’s always an automatic 5 stars. Double Happiness is a real no frills hole-in-the-wall serving authentic food that tastes like home. The menu is written in English, Vietnamese, Thai 🙂‍↕️, and Chinese - love to see it! The real star of the meal for me was the fried garlic oil (wish I snapped a pic)… just perfection, I kept reaching for scoop after scoop… it’s a must-add to every dish… trust.“

“Absolutely fantastic food!!“

“Friends don’t sleep on Dai Yee’s Asian Kitchen… it is soo yummy 🤤“

“BEST CHINESE FOOD IN ILLINOIS“

“The food here is sensational. I ordered the orange chicken and it was around $8. That is an incredible price. My mouth was watering before I had my first bite. The food was so good I had to edge and I could barely control my urges. I 100% recommend and I will be coming back:)“

“Our Family has been going to Lucky Wok for years. Cannot say enough about how fast the team is to get you what you need and address any issues you may have with your order. So glad they are so close and so diligent with their service. Can't say I've seen this level of service since I used to go to old Orange Garden on Irving 25 years ago. Congrats on the having an amazing team.“

“I was the last customer of the night I got there right before closing the lady was so nice my dinner was great I will definitely go back.“

“WOW! We loved take-out from ChinaTown Restaurant in Morton Grove. We tried:-lechón kawa li: crispy, delicious, addictive-scallion pancake: delicious, great to dip in a sauce-beef/chinese broccoli chow fun: delicious combo of crunchy broccoli with tender beef. Delicious wide noodles.-egg rolls: good! but compared to other dishes, not my favorite.A great value-we'll likely get five servings out of this. It's not a fancy place, but I liked to see, when we picked up our food, how the team at the restaurant worked together.Check them out!“

“I come back. Then on the day I call to get my order that you said I could pick up when I decided to come back to get. You act like it never happened. And at some point in the conversation said that I called the wrong restaurant. China Kitchen staff I wish y'all all the best. And please try to be more truthful when dealing with your loyal customers.“

“Joy Yee is an absolute gem for Asian cuisine! The menu is extensive, with everything from bubble tea to delicious noodle dishes. I loved the vibrant flavors and generous portions—perfect for sharing. The service was quick, and the food came out fresh and hot. It’s always busy, but worth the wait. Highly recommend if you’re in the mood for authentic, tasty Asian food!“

“I want to thank Tony for bringing the finest and most delicious Szechuan cuisine to the North Shore. I live downtown and have visited his restaurants in Chinatown and Michigan Ave. The food is exception each and every time I go to either location. When the "coming soon" sign popped up in Highland Park, I could not have been more thrilled, considering the food at our local chinese restaurants refuse to raise the bar on their food. There is no better Szechuan restaurant in the Chicago area or beyond. The food, the staff, and the service are all exceptional and executed with perfection and passion. This has been the most anticipated opening on the northshore for a reason. Lao is simply unbeatable. I love it love it LOVE IT!!!!!“

“Peppercorns Kitchen is my favorite restaurant in Evanston! The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The service is friendly and attentive. The menu offers a good variety of authentic and fresh Chinese dishes at reasonable prices. Would highly recommend the dan dan noodles. It is a must try for anyone looking for a good Chinese restaurant.“

“The best chinese restaurant in the area and Mongolian beef is charred, more Korean way and is so yummy. Only major bummer is that their portion sizes when dining in have dramatically gotten smaller over the past few years and we've been coming here for a long time.“

“I LOVE Little Lans. I’m so happy to be in the area, I won’t go anywhere else for Chinese food or sushi! I highly recommend checking out their new sushi menu. I feel pretty lucky to know about this place, I’ve been a huge fan since my first visit in 1996.“